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A HOME
OR A FARM FOR ALL.
Special Attention Invited to the
Following List Of Bargains
In Lands, Ranches, City
Residences, Farms,
building Lots 1!

We represent solely every piece Of
property advertised by us, and we claim,
without fear Of contradiction, that we
have the largest and most diversified
list Of property In the Southwest; that
our facilities for showing property are
better, and we give more advertising
advantages to our clients than any other
firm In this city. We are prepared, at
all times, to accompany buyers to any
portion Of the State where we offer
lands, and advise all wishing information
to call or write for our Circular List OF
Bargains just out by
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12
The SOutherm CuIfiYafor.

We have received the September
number of this valuable journal, and
find that it continues to improve, and it
is certainly doing a good work for the
farming interests of the South. It's
popularity is unprecedented and we
must think deservedly SO. Farmers in
all sections are availiDg themselves of
its help and instruction. All questions
connected with the business and inter-
ests of the farm are fully and intelli-
gently discussed in answer 70 direct
inquiries many suggestions are made
as to the management of the details of
the farm. Legal questions bearing
upon real estate, contracts and other
practical business matters are discussed
from time to time, and the smaller in
dustries, dairying, bee culture, etc,
are properly prominent features. The
prize essay in this number, on "Inten-
sive Farming is fine reading and con-
tains many valuable suggestions. This
we understand, is to be followed by
other prize essays on important sub
jects and farmers will do well TO avail
themselves OF the instruction given in
this valuable paper by sending E:l50 ia
the Cnltivator Publishing CO., Atlanta
Ga.
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12
JUDICIAL ADVERTISEMENTS.
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DUBLHC SALE.
10TH SCHOOL SECTION.

By virtue of the power in me vested by law,
and i'll pursuance to an order emanating from
the Honorable 0. B. Steele, Auditor of Public
Accounts for the State of Louisiana, will pro-
coed, at the Court House door in the town of
Opelousas, La. on FRIDAY, October 10th,
1885, to sell at public auction. through duly
qualified auctioneer, the following described
property, tO-wit:
The 10th efficiently section in township 8
eight south range one east, situated in the
Parish of st. Landry, La.
Said property will be sold on the following
terms and conditions, to-w.t: ITO tone-tenthl
thereof to be paid cash on day sale. The bal
ance in nine equal annuol instalments from
day of SALE represented by notes of like
amount, bearing, each, eight per cent yearly
interest from date of sale, till paid, to be exc
cuted by purchaser, with personal security, in
solido-said notes to be made payable to the
Auditor OF Public Accounts, and shall be Sc
cured by special mortgage on the land sold.
In the event OF the purchaser neglecting or
refusing to pay any of these installments, or
interest at maturity, the mortgage shall be
forthwith closed and the land resoId. The in
terest on the whole Of the notes to be paid an
nually.
The above prpe1ty will be sold in lots, ac-
cording to plat which will be exhibited on
day of sale. w. A. ROBERTSON,
sept 1885 Parish Treasurer.
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12

The following complimentary notice
of the Opelousas Female Institute is
from the Lake Charles Echo of the 5th
inst:
We are in receipt of catalogue of
this most excellent Institute for young
rated school on Monday, September I,
1885, under the immediate supervision
of those most excellent and highly ac-
complished instructIesses, Mrs. M. NJ.
Hayes and Mrs. NJ. A. Davis, with a
corps of competent assistants. Among
the names of the trustees of this Insti-
tnte we find some of st. Landry's most
worthy citizens, and we hope for its
success, and would advise those of our
people who desire to give their daught-
ers the benefits of thorough education
that this Institute is just fitted for the
purpose,
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12
A Remarkable Escape.

Mrs. Mary A. Daley, of Tunkhan-
mock, Pa, was afflicted for six years
with Asthma and Bronchitis, during
which time the best physicians could
give no relief. Her life was despaired
OF until in last October she procured a
Bottle of DR.. Kings New Discovery,
continuing its use for q short time she
was completely cured, gaining in flesh
so lbs. in few months.
Free Trial Bottles of this certain
cure Of all Throat and Lung Diseases
at M. p. Young & Co.'S, Drug Store.
Large Bottles 500.
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12
these are solid Facts.

The best blood purifier and system
regulator ever placed within the reach
of suffering humanity, truly is Electric
Bitters. Inactivity of the Liver,
Biliousness, Jaundice, Constipation,
Weak Kidneys, or any disease of the
urinary organs, or whoever requires an
appetizer, tonic or mild stimulant, will
always find Electric Bitters the best
and only certain cure known. They
act surely and quickly, every bottle
guaranteed to give entire satisfaction or
money refunded. Sold at fifty cents a
bottle by NJ. p. Young & Co.,
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12

Work for the reopening OF the Loui-
siana Central (old Crosse Tete) Rail-
road, commenced all along the line on
Monday. The track will rapidly be re-
duced to the standard guage and new
engines, coaches and other rolling stock
be placed upon it. AS for siy months
past trade and travel from the Bayou
Country has been diverted from this
city to New Orleans and Plaquemine,
this reopening of the Old Reliable
positive orders to recommence work,
there is little doubt of the fact, that
before October /, contractors will begin
building the new road embankment
from Lafayette to the Mississippi
river -Capitolian-A Advocate.
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12
Tuesday, September 29th, 1883,

Tuesday, September 29th, 1883,
the following described property belonging to
the estate of Melicia Bertrand, deceased,
to-wit:
l. A tract of land with the buildings and
improvements thereon, being the last residence
of deceased, situated at POinte aux-Pins, st.
Landry parish, containing fifty arpents Of land
more or less, bounded north by lands of Maree-
lin Lafieur, south by lands of Pierre Sylvestre,
east by lands of Charles Bertrand, ST., and west
by lands OF Henry McCaulay, Jr., and Charles
Bertrand, Sr.
D. A tract of woodland near the above des-
crbed tract containing twenty-five arpents
more or less, bounded on the north by railroad
lands, s0nth by the lands of estate of Ange
Bezas, and west by lands OF Charles Bertrand ST.
3. One lot of about thirty-seven head of
gentle horned cattle, one pair of work oxen
one saddle and harness horse, two gentle po-
MES, one American mare, one gentle creole
mare, five head OF wild mares and colts, twelve
head of hogs, more OF less one branding iron.
one tWo-Aorse wagon, one ox-cart, one buggy
and harness, lot OF plantation tools, one lot of
household and kitchen furniture and crockery-
ware one lot of bedding, one Howe sewing ma
chine, one lady's and mans saddle, one shot
gun, one lot OF corn, about one hundred barrels,
one arpent of growing sugar cane.
Terms and C0nditfOns.-All adiudicati0ns
under ten dollars payable cash ON day of sales
all adjudications OF movable property of ten
dollars and over payable in three equal install
ments, the first instalment January LIST, 1886,
the second lnStalment, January LIST, 1887, and
bne Ias6 1nsbainenG January ISL, 1888; the III.
movable property to be sold upon terms OF
credit, the one-half of the purchase price pay
able January 1st, 1887, and the remaining half
January LIST, 1888, all credit purchasers will
furnish their NOTES according TO above TERMS
payable to the order of the administrator Sc
cured by two solvent sureties, said notes 10
bear eight per cent. per annum interest from
| their respective maturities until paid and the
drawers to bind themselves to pay Ten PEI
cent. additional for attorneys fees IN case Oh
suit to enforce collection. The lands will re-
main special, mortgaged with vendors PRIV
of the principal. interest and attorneys fees
and the estate will retain its vendors privilege
upon the movable property to be sold upon
credit. MARTEL MlLLEh,
anr os-5t Administrator.
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12
sep12-5t
NOTICE
LAND OFFICE at New orleans, La, !

LAND OFFICE at New Orleans, La, I
Sept 4th, 1885, s
Notice is hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice of his intention
to make final proof in support of his claim, and
that said proof will be made before the
Judge or clerk of court at OpelOusas, La, on
October 18th, 1885, viz:
JULES MEYER,
of st. Landry parish La. Homestead Entry No.
1921 for the Lots Nos. and or s w / of Sec.
II TIP 10 s r West.
He names the following witnesses to prove
of said land viz:
Jean P. Breaux. Adam IT, Meyer, Joseph L.
Trahan, and Louis Mayer all of St. Landry
parish, La.
C. B. DARRALL,
sept125t Register.
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12
NOTICE.
LAND OFFICE at New orleans, La, !
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LAND OFFICE at New Orleans, La, J
Sept. 4th, 1885.
Notice is hereby given that the following
to make final proof in support of his claim, and
that sai0 proof will be made before the Judge
or Clerk of Court at OpelOusas, La, on October
18th, 1885, viz
ADAM u. MAYER.
who made homestead entry No. 1926 for the
Lot B. Sec 5, Tp10, S RI W, La Meridian
He names the following witness to prove
his continuous residence upon and cultivation
of said land, viz:
Louis Mayer. Aurelien Clement, John P.
BreauX and Jules Mayer, all of st. Landry par
>ish, La
G. B. DARRALL,
sep 125t Register.
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12

Our energetic young friend Mr.. A. j.
Bloch, occupying the warehouse former
~ owned by Tom Isack & Co., has
shipped this season, 1000 pounds wool
800 dry hides, 400 sacks rice and other
produce in proportion. This is a good
showing for one part of the trade in
our town.
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12
merchants and Planters.

A meeting of the Merchants and Planters
"A Of this and adjoining parishes, is called to
meet in this town at Jacobs Hall, on Tuesday
the ed inst, at 70 O'Clock NJ. The object OF
the meeting is to devise ways and means to
obtain a reduction OF the high freight rates
now imposed us. Trusting that all feeling an
interest in this move will make 1t their duty
PHIL. JACOBS,
J. r. LAwLEss. Secretary, President.
Washington, La. Sept. 10, 1885.
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12

Jean Tome, resident of Plaisance
and most estimable and useful citizen,
we regret to learn, met with most
painful and serious accident at the gin
of Mr.. D. P. Lafeur, on last Saturday,
while endeavoring with a brush to
pitch the baud wheel. The brush was
caught between the band and outside
gearing, and both arms were causnt and
terribly mangled. The engineer in
stantly applied the crank but the mo-
mentum of the machinery could not
be arrested in time. When its motion
ceased, Mr.. Tome was PROSTATE on the
door with both arms wedged between
the drum wheel and floor, having been
forced into space of not more than
one inch. The attendants attempted
with hand spikes to prise away the
frame work, but were stopped by Mr..
Tonne under whose directions, and af-
ter the lapse of a quarter of an hour,
they succeeded in unscreWing the taps
and releasing him from his terrible
position. Drs. Haas, Debaillion, Il. ID.
s. r. M. Littell were Immediately sum-
moned, and after: consultation, con-
cluded not to amputate for the present.
His situation il critical.
+
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12

We have received copy of the
American Newspaper annual published
by Messrs. N. w. Aver & son, advertis-
ing agents of Philadelphia, Pa. It is
the most elaborate work of the kind
published, and an Invaluable guide to
oil advertisers. Price $500, carriage
paid.
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12

We are informed by MIR. w. c. Abbott,
the courteous and accommodating
agent at the depot, that be shipped, m
to Wednesday morning, so bales OF cot
ton and GIG sacks of new rice.
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12

The welcome rumor of a change of
schedule is an agreeable item in rail-
road circles. This is matter that we
earnestly recommend to the attention
of the management, and trust ere long
our citizens and the travelling public
will be freed from the Inconvenience
which now obtain in travel over the
Morgan Road.
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12

We commence the publication, IN
this issue of a story by Mr.. c. c. Post,
editor Of the Chicago Express, entitled
/" Driven from Sea to Sea, or, just a
Campin' which will be continued from
week to week until concluded. The
story is a good one, founded on fact,
and we think will be an interesting
feature to the paper. Don't fail to read
it from beginning to end.
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12
OF TABLEAU.
HIM. ANDRUs VS.. HIS CREDITORS.
No. 1882
| PROBATE DOCKET. DISTRICT COURT
! PARISH OF ST. LANDRY.

Whereas, H. NJ. Andrus, of the parish
of ST. Landry, syndic. has filed a tableau of
classification of debts and partial distribution
accompanied by his petition praying for the
homOlOgation of same,
And whereas, the prayer of said petition has
been granted by order Of court bearing date
September 8th 1885.
Now, therefore notice is hereby given to all
persons interested to make opposition to said
tableau i'll writing in my Office in the town of
Opelousas, within the time required by law
why the said account should not be homologa
ted and confirmed.
JAMES o. CHACHERE,
sept 1926 Clerk.
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12

BY virtue of an order of the Hon. District
Court, in and for the parish of St. Landry,
I will prOceedto sell at public auction to the
highest bidder, at the last residence of de-
ceased in Prairie Mamou, on
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12

The merchants meeting which was
to have been held at Washington, last
Monday, has been postponed until
Tuesday, 22d.
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12

We learn from the Times Democrat
that Col. d. F. Boyd, Louisiana Com
missioner to the American exposition
has made some important discoveries
in the State, among which we note a
fine bed of iron ore and one of superior
white marble in st. Landry parish.
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12

The rice crop of this parish promises
to be the largest ever made. All that
is required is sufficient good weather
to save it. A well-informed and re-
liable informant places the crop of
prairie Mamouth at 100000 bushels.
Our informant states that Mr.. Landry
Rougeau, Mamouth rice planter had
recently sent to Mr.. Olibe Manuel, of
Faauetaique, one head of rice contain
ing 400 grains, the latter having con-
tended that 300 was the greatest num-
Der produced by stalk. There are now
at work in Mamouth five steam thresh-
ers, one owned by Acduel Fontenot g.
CO., one owned by e. Miller Jr., s. CO.,
one owned by Hilaire j. Guillory and
one by Dan Rose.
Prairie Mamouih is now the promised
land, d domain in itself, having capa-
city to supply homes for the increase of
the native population of St. Landry.
and for others who come from a dis
lance with view of cultivating the soil
Large Enclosures of these lands fol
pasturage is not desired nor will it be
encouraged. At least that is the strong
sentiment among the people.
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12

We learn that several persons in
Bellevue have lost stock from the blind
staggers. Several cases Of Charlton
have also been reported in the parish.
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12

The rains since our last crop report
have been constant, with no present
prospect of dry weather. We think we
are within the mark, in reporting loss
of one half of the cotton crop in this
parish, in consequence of continued
wet weather. Rotten bolls, widowed
staple, and rust have all come together;
and to crown all, cotton selling at s, and
81 cents per pound! Verify, the for
tunes of the cotton planter are tickle
and disappointing.
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12
DUBLIC SALE.
ESTATE OF MELICIA BERTRAND.

No. 4641,
PARISH OF ST. LANDRY.
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12
PATENTS e oBrA b1.Iness ana n Il 4

q. s. Patent Office attended to for MODERATE
FEES Our Office is opposite the u. 8. Patent
Office, and we can obtain patents in less time
than these remote from Washington.
Send MODEL OR DRAWING. We advise as
to patentability free of charge; and we make
No Charge Unless We Obtain Patent.
When patent is granted drawing of your in
yenti0n, with Claims yonr name and address
will be published in the United States Patent
Office Gazette, paper of immense circulation
We refer here, to the Postmaster, the supt
of Money Order Div. and to officials of the u
S. Patent Office For circular, advice, terms
and references to actual clients in your own
State or county, write to
c. "A. SNOW 81 Co..
Opposite Patent Office, Washington, D. G.
nov 24-tf
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12

A jury term Of the District Court
commences next Monday.
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12

The Hebrew new year began Thurs
day September the 10th. Our Hebrew
merchants held religious services at the
Masonic Lodge on that day. Their
stores will also be closed to-day, and
services again held at the Lodge. This
period Of religious exercises is termed
the Rosh- Hashonah, in tie hebrew
fanrua.
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12

Our enterprising friend Mr.. P. S.
Cumming is enjoying the usual results
OF iudicious advertising. Judging from
the animated appearance of Mrs. Milmo
g Stokoe's lumber yard, our parish
must be improving rapidly. Mr.. Cum
mings also represents the Chalmette
Mills, a Home Manufacturing Co, in
the purchase of seed cotton. He will
exchange lumber for seed cotton g. cot
ton seed or pay the highest market
price for same. Mr.. G. is cheerful and
expects a large business this winter.
St. Landry democrat., 1885-09-12

the following described property belonging
the estate of Melicia Bertrand, deceased
tO-Wit
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1885-04-27
MP y,p1gs0s.s LONDON SEASON.

There was q CLEAN in Mr.. Mapleson's eye,
rs he leaned back In his chair Saturday afternoon
which beoken consciousness OF triumphs to
come Through the closed door Of HIS office Mile Ne
yadas limpid notes hoated IN a somewhat muifed
fashion az she sang In the farewell matinee 81 have
executed strategic movement" said the director Of
Her Majcstys Opera Company, which only the first OF
series that will result In prosperous London
season. All my artists, you know, had engaged
passage home on the various italian steamers
and had looked forward to feasting on macaroni
tive delicacies during the voyage. To-day, however
engaged passage the City OF Chester for 100 people
have told them to hold themselves In readiness 10
sail OH Thursday They are at their wits emu 10 know
what IL all means ready TO sail to the end OF tho
world under me, though they sail under sealed In.
structions have planned the whole thing out, ana
shall surely have "A grand London season
Is IL true that you have "a yet laid no proposition pc
fore the directors for future lease OF the Academy
Quite true. They have made no offer on their part
and have done likewise. should Ike very much how
ever TO play here next season. for like Mt LeHoy very
much. Besides being popular man. he Is upright, non
orablo and IDEAS OF bis own. Tomorrow k0 10 DOS
ton and when return hope TO IND things setted as 10
the lease" , . --,,
Madame Patti signor Nconi and the parrot occupied
carriage which left the Windsor Hotel between ana
O'clock yesterday afternoon They were on their way
TO the Grand Central Depot where az 43O O'CLOCK they
there will probably be her last IN this country Next
Saturday she leaves this city for Europe on the Auran
After rest OF weeks at her castle III Wates, sno
will possibly sing short season In Paris, though ~ Is
among the possibilities that she VIII sing III Lonuoh
first under Mr.. Maplcson's management
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1885-04-27
THE FIRE RECORD.
FLAMES IN MURRAY STREET.

Dense clouds Of smoke were seen pourin g out
Of the windows in the fourth and fifth floors Of the ve
story building running from No. 30 Murray-st to No.
SO Warren-st, a few moments past IL m. yesterday.
The IRE alarms brought altogether eleven engines. three
hook and ladder trucks and the water The flames
quickly from the fourth to the fifth floor and 1t
thought that the entire building doomed to de-
srction In the first floor is the establishment Of the
Latin & Rand Powder Company and there was much
excitement for time for fear that the flames would get
to the powder which is stored In the basement OF the
building Members OF the Fire Patrol carried tarpaulins
into the building aud covered the powder The water
tower deluged tho floor upon which the fire started
and 1t put before 1t spread below the fourth
floor Brown & Samson, printers and blank book manu-
facurers occupied the two burned floors and their loss
II estimated at 900. which is covered by insurance.
The damage to the third floor, in which is the Mutual
District Telegraph Companys Office Is slight r. d. We'd
die. dealer In China and glass and willy Wallach, sta
toner, the second floor and their goods were
covered by the Insurance patrol The damage to the
building Is 81 000 and is covered by insurance