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The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

New York Star: "Skllled laborers
have found profitable employment
in this country under great variety
Of tariffs, and under no system of
taxation were the complaints of la
Dor so bitter as they are to-day after
twenty-five years of war tariff"
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

Sunday last the day and night
was of equal length-each twelve
hours-the sun rising at $50 in the
morning and setting at $50 in the
evening.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

u The fourth quarterly meeting
far North BOssier Circuit will be
held at Collinsburg on October 23d
and oath. H.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30
Railroad Lands.

A II parties occupying lands of the Vieks
"A bnrg, Shreveport g. Pacific Railroad
Company, in Rossier parish, are hereby mott
fed that am now prepared to sell and lease
the same. A. X. THOMPSON,
Agent for ". S. & P. r. r. Lands in
Booster Parish La
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30
Queen aassi Crescent Route
Round Trip Rates.

The Queen and Crescent Route
have issued card giving Summer
Excursion Rates to all the principal
watering places and Summer Re
sorts, continuing in effect until Sept.
30. Tickets good to return until
Oct. 31st, 1886: We notice among
a number of others the folIovip.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

~ Hon. N. G. Blanchard, Demo
cratic nominee for Congress, and
other speakers, will address their
fellow-citizens of this parish, at Red
Land, on Friday, Oct. 8, at IL A. NJ.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

n A great many persons are
taking advantage of the low prices
offered by MIR. Julius A. Jacobs,
agent, Shreveport, as bis popular
store is crowded with goods.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30
Libra.

u Don't forget that Messrs.
Henry Drey fuss & Son, Shreveport,
win not be undersold, and offer you
the largest stock to select FROM
Call aud see them.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

n Last Thursday was the first
day of autumn. Summer ended
the night before at ten o'clock. At
that hour the sun entered the sign
Libra.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30
Lost o.. Stolen,

nne Black Mare Mule, Is or I6 hands high,
" branded w on shoulder; brand is dim.
When last seen, had on small bell, and there
was small cream colored colt about 1. years
old, with her. l will pay any one who will
deliver her to me at Knox Point, Louisiana,
the sum OF SIS.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

r. The chronic prophet of a hard
winter has not get put In an appear
ance. How about its
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

~ 1t is tineito SOW small grain.
A large grain crop is the farmers
friend.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

There is nothing SO sweet as duty
and all the best pleasures of life
come in the wake of duties done.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

Mclaren says the little sins get in
at the window and open the front
door for the big house-breakers.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

The juice Of a lemon in cup OF
strong coffee, without sugar, is said
to be a good headache cure.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

~ Tax Collector Wyche will soon
begin his rounds. Prepare for his
coming.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

Troubles are hard to take, though
they strengthen the soul. Tonics
are always bitter.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

Fools seek notoriety by their 3D.
dities.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

Ignorance too often mistakes con-
ceit for dignity.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

r Now is the time for a fall
hoom Turn out and start it.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

r. The cool weather will soon
hiring the ducks and geese South.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

Inquisitiveness is the creation OF
Incidence.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

Earnestness in good cannot stop
short of fame.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

OTCtHUIItT w HIle OUIpHtF 80 10
Under the new schedule, which
took effect on July II, 1886, close
connection is made at Vicksburg,
with Mann Boudoir cars, running
through to Cincinnati without
change. Those who contemplate a
trip are advised to communicate
with Mr.. I. Hardy, Assistant Gen
eral Passenger Agent, Vicksburg.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

e. We must all back up our
,ehool with one accord.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30
Wesleyan Female Institute
sTAUNToN, VIRGINIA.

"Opens September I'D, 1886. One of the
" First SCHOOLS FOR YOUNG LADIES IN
THE UNION All Departments thorough =
Buildings elegant. Steam heat. Gas light
Situation beautiful. Climate splendid. Pupils
from nineteen States. All important advan.
tages in one greatly reduced charge. Board,
Washing, Lights, English, Latin, French,
German, Mnsie, for Scholastic year.. from
September to Jnne, $500. For Catalogue,
write to
REV. WIN. A. HARRIS, ID. D., President,
Staunton. Virginia.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

n The days of the sere and vel
Inv leaf are approaching.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

RED LAND, La, SEPT. 81, 1885,
Editor BOssier Banner Our es-
teemed friend, Mr.. s. 81. Cochran
has been made happy. 1t is a ten
pound girl baby.
This section Of the country re.
ports half crop cotton. Corn above
an average.
Health good.
Yours truly,
THOS. u. BARNETT.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

-Alloyer town Monday-mud.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

r. Bring along the small silver
certificates.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

R Begging and ties are in de.
mand now.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30
Texas and Pacific Excursion Rates.

The Texas and Pacific are now
selling excursion tickets, good till
October 81, to the following places.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

-,Possum and Eaters will soon
Ia riDe.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

r. The air felt decidedly fallish
Yesterday.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30
+" THE LEE BOOK.o
Memoirs Of Robert e. Lee,
By General A. Z, Long.

4 full History of his Military Service and
IN Campaigns, written by General Long,
from data collected while a member of the
personal staff of General Lee, and from letters
and material contributed by the family
Commended by the Cover nors of Virginia, and
North Carolina, and approved by the Southern
Delegations in Congress.
His private, Domestic and Personal History,
from information heretofore unpublished.
furnished by personal friends, companions in
arms, and leading men of the South, collated
and edited with the assistance of Gen1 Marcus
j. Wright
THE WHOLE FORMING a
Comprehensive, Accurate and Standard
MEMOIR OF THE INDUSTRIOUS SOLDIER.
Complete in one volume, about 700 pages,
fully illustrated with portraits, maps etc
Sold by subscription only For descriptive
circulars address,
J. M. STODDART& CO., Publishers,
622 L Street, Washington, D. c.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30
v. SHIDET,
Matchmaker and JeWelcr

Takes this method of announcing to q
i his old friends and patrons and EIA
the public general, that he will be sEasZ
found on Market Street, in Bogels new build.
ing, Shreveport, La, where he is prepared to
repair Watches, Jewelry, &c, promptly and
at moderate prices He also has on hand
Watches. Jewelry, Sc, for sale cheap for cash
Satisfac ton guaranteed.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

~ Winding up of the heated
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

Method is the right hand of bust
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

-Old Sol has crossed the line.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

z Practice only can burnish the
virtues into their glorious lustre.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1886-09-30

r. Last day Of September.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1886-02-11
Additional Amendments.

The following additional appointments have
been made under Gladstone's administration:
Chancellor for the Duchy OF Lancaster
Edward Heneage.
Lord Chancellor of Ireland-John Mash.
Attorney-General for .and-Samuel
Walker
Solicitor General for Ireland-The MacDer-
mot.
e,retary to the :Admiralty-John T. Hib-
bert.
Under Foreign Secretary-James Bryce.
Under Colonial secretary-Geo. Osborne
Morgan.
Unuer Secretary for India-Sr John H. X.
Shuttieworth.
United Secretary for Home Department
Henry Broadhurst
The appointment of Mr.. Broadhurst as un
der home secretary has caused sensation In
political circles, that gentleman being the
first workman that has ever risen to the min
istry. The appointment is taken as an indica-
ton that 1t Is Mr.. Gladstone's intention to
rely upon the masses against the influence OF
the aristocracy. The Liberal clubs are divide
in opinion on the subject, the Reform ami
Devonshire disappearing of the appointment
and the National Liberal enthusiastically APP
proving it,
The hostility Of the Wings to Mr.. Gladstone
Is very intense
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1886-02-11
II slping ClineIe .

A combined effort was made at Seattle, w.
T., on the 9Th inst. to drive the Chinese out OF
that city. The Chinese quarter was overrun
by an infurated mob and the Chinese driven
from their homes Ike rats from a hole, AID
taken 10 the san Franisco steamer. The
captain, however, refused TO take them with
out pay and the roters were compelled to pay
sturase passage for each Chinaman
put on board. About 100 were put on be AID. So
determined were the rioters 10 put the Chinese
on board without payment OF passage that th
captain was obliged to station men wit
streams of h sc, and threaten To throw boiling
water into the crowd. An application was
made 10 Captain Gibbon, commandant at
Vancouver barracks, 150 miles distant, for
United States troops, but that officer had no
power TO act in the matter
without orders from President Cleveland.
The war department was informed by tele-
graph, but up to the morning OF the 9Th no
order TO send troops HAD been received by Gen.
Gibbons. During the day there was no blood
shed or incendIarism but the feeling against
the Chinese is so intense that but little woul 1
be necessary 10 prec. plate massacre OF every
Chinaman in the place. 1t is thought that the
Knights OF Labor are at the head OF the move
ment. The steamer was Ell. oined from sailing
with her unwilling passengers, and the officers
are determined to protect the Chinese.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1886-02-11
Enterprise" of Newspaper Re-
pOrterS.

A case OF news-stealing, says an old
reporter, and of an exasperating fla
grant nature, took place in Chicago
under my own observation, although
the indemnity of the perpetrator was
never disclosed.
A number of reporters had met at
an all-night saloon, after their work
was done, for a lunch and chat, as was
their custom when off duty. One OF
them boosted that his paper would
have tremendous scoop" in the
morning, on all the other journals. It
was the biggest kind OF big thing
there had been nothing so important
in months. With all their cleverness
the other reporters could not get the
remotest hint as to the nature of this
''scoop" which would astonish the
town that morning. Failing to dis
cover anything further, one reporter
quietly left and then rushed around
TO his city editor with the in
formation. He was sent back with in
structions to get the leaky reporter
"full" if possible, and then pump him
dry. This was rather hopeless ex-
pedient, however, owing to the late
ness of the hour. Anew reporter who
had only been on the paper q day or
two and was q total stranger to all
the newspaper men and printers in
town, was briefly closeted with the
city editor and then disappeared on a
mysterious errand. About A. NJ. he
returned. There was lively work in
the composing room for the next two
hours: That morning both papers
had the same sensation, identical in
language, the only difference being in
the headlines. 1t was several columns
long, and really important. That new
reporter had simply been detailed to
apply to the foreman of the paper
with the "scoop" for position. He
did so and then sat around the Office
for couple of hours, innocently
watching how they did things. When
he finally left he had the proofs of the
desired article in his pocket. He had
bodily stolen the scoop" which his
own paper had n time to rewrite and
so published just as 1t was. The paper
that was beaten never knew how it
was done. Presumably Chicago is
more civilized now and would scorn to
practice methods which none would
more heartily condemn than all
honorable newspaper men worthy
their profession.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1886-02-11
In the Confederacy's Last Days.

] Visited Mobile in March, 1865, on
official business, and, of course took a
week to do one days business in and
spend useless surplus of six months
pay. An invitation to dinner was an
event in a soldiers life to besought for
by patient strategy, and the dinner if
secured, treasured in memory for
months after, to be related, item by
item, to the boys in camp, who took
great pleasure in listeningto every de-
tail ofthe feast. The staple food was
corn bread with bacon and fourgravy,
but wealthy families had very few
wheat biscuits on the table at dinner
only. TWAS etiquette of home visit
ors to eat but one or two of these, on
the polite superstition that the guests
had such delicacies at home, but SOL
dier was urged and expected to eat his
fill. remember hearing an aside re-
mark made by one wealthy and hos
pitable lady to another about their
clergyman's daughter, who was then
visiting, or rather foraglng, amongthe
faithful. "She eats five biscuits, and
flour $500 a Darrell" The comical
ALTERATION in this indignant protest
caused it to stick in my memory.
remember buying pair OF red negro
brogan shoes in large store on Dau-
phin street for $3.50. 1t was the only
pair in the store, and the sole clerk a
boy of 10, was perfectly Indifferent
whether l took them or not. One
meal at hotelcost So, and no one got
as much as he could eat at that price.
A regular allowance of corn meal, cot
fee, oat meal, biscuit, fried bacon, and
in some cases fried chicken, were served
When consumed the walters reported
"all give out" Sometimes hog at
the table would take the last two bis
cults, holding one in reserve while eat
ing the other, but this was rare and
apt to be rebuked by some spectator
who was "heeled." The Confederate
soldier was usually gentleman, or
desired to appear o. such.-St. Louis
Republican.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1886-02-11
EAST.


Edward Crowl, the Cleveland young man
who was arrested few days ago on charge
Of forgery preferred BY his mother, has been
held 10 the grand jury in $1,000 bonds.
WEST.
Two sisters in prison at Madison. Wis, were
pardoned out OF prison ON the Sth inst, In or.
der that they might attend the funeral of
another sister, who, with her husband and
children was burned todeath near Mcliregor,
Iowa, few days before.
Austin, Texas, was the scene Of an 100000
fire Feb. Z.
The territorial supreme court of Utah sus-
tains III, decision of the first district court
In the case OF apostle snow, convicted OF I'M
lawful cohabitation. This decision of the
supreme court IS great bow to the hopes of
the Norman leaders.
Prof. Charles ID. Morris for 10 years pro-
fessor of Greek aud Latin In the John Hopkins
university, died on the eth inst
FOREIGN.
Loss by the food In Beleville, Ont, is esti-
mattel at Sl,J0J,0O0 The thermometer for
seveaal days stood y31< below zero. and the
suffering among the poor classes was beyond
description.
Lord and Lady Dufrerin received a grand
ovation ut Rangoon on the sth INST.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1886-02-11
DRESS PARADE

From the San Francisco News Letter.
Sharp shifting lines OF loyal light,
The bayonets flash firm files along,
Ger hearts whose patriot fires burn bright,
That muster near thousand strong,
With hands unframed TO martial deeds
But quick to learn the soldiers trade,
Her champions when their country needs,
Stanch freemen stand at Dress Parade.
A shortened service, shrunken line,
On soil fraternal blood has drenched
Flushed with the victor's CORY wine,
With patriot ardor still unquenched;
Another dawn brings battle-storml
Well knows each heart, all undismayed,
Thereafter many a manly form
No more shall stand at Dress Parade.
The final happy victory won,
Fresh garlanded with loyal thanks
Stand bronzed handful in the sun,
Remnant of thrice replenished ranks.
For songs oil peace and home they change
Familiar battle-music, played
Where death well knew the gamut's range
And last, glad, peace-crowned Dress
Parade.
A last-till granted their release
From LIES hard Marches sharp alarms,
And won those fields where perfect peace
Folds the war.weary in her arms.
Comradesl when meath the soothingsod
Or soon or late, we all are laid,
On shining sands, triumphant trod,
Wen have a glorious Dress Parade!
John $. AITCHEsoN.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1886-02-11
how to enjoy nothing, should I be ac-

cused?"
At her words slow light began to
dawn on my being A veil fell from
my eyes, and stood i'm terror at what
was revealed to me in my heart.
Remain, ah! remain; do not CO." i
cried with tears. "Give me back the
treasures did not prize; my eyes are
open to the true light. Give me back
love and illusion; give me back faith
and hope. Grant me to love for one
day only, to believe for one hour, and
whoever you may be, l will bless you
with my last breath"
"Alasl" said she, sit is | who must
die. Can you not see itY Look at me;
| have suffered deeply; l am but the
shadow of myself. An unknown dis
ease has long been consuming me; a
devouring breath has dried my bones
and drunk from my bosom the foun-
tain of life. The blood no longer flows
through my heart; touch my hand
and you will feel the cold moisture OF
death. And yet, if it had been your
will might still have had long days
OF life before me. 1t is you who have
slain me before my timel Ihave vast
ed my strength and bruised my feet
in following you. You did not leave
me time to bind my girdle afresh and
to revive the already dropping flowers
of my crown. In vein, when we came
to some fragrant bower of refuge,
some mysterious oasis, did l cry:
Here is happiness, my friend. Here
we must pitch our tent You con-
tinued your mad course, and dragged
me pitlessly over the burning sands.
Have you spared me an outrage,
sheltered my head from one tempest?
But loved you, and you turned to
call me by word or gesture, / rose and
flew in pursuit. To-day, my friend, is
the end; can do no more. My limbs
fail beneath me. Open your arms, and
receive me to your bosom; in your
heart received life, and on your heart
l wish to die"
"You shall not diel" i cried, opening
my arms to receive her. "But speak,
dear being, who are your"
81 am no more" she said, 81 was
your youth"
She had already vanished, and had
left in her place but a few withered
flowers which had fallen from her hair;
l picked them up, one by one, but in
them all | found not one which had
kept its fragrance.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1886-02-11
Transfer of Garfield's Remains.

When the remains of the late President Gar
field were placed in the vault at Laktyie
cemetery Oct. q, 1881, they were encastd In
IN elegan. bronze casket, which was at that
time supposed to be proof against the raw
ages of time. This has proved 10 be mis-
taken idea. Foar years exposure TO
the open air has left marked traces Of decay
upon the beautiful burial case, and some
months ago IL was decided by the widow and
family OF tie late president TO have the re-
mains transferred TO a colin that, through
its unmistakable Stability, would set at
rest all fears as to the preservation of the
ashes of the deal president Hogan ~
Harris, undertakers, were given the contract
to furnish the new collin or sarcophagu
The new colin was taken to the cemeter, on
the morning of the 9th inst, where, besides
the uDdertakers, were assembled James X.
Garfield, son of the late PRESIDENT, and half a
dozen newspaper men, no Others being allow
ed within the gates. The transfer was made
without incident and at about 10 O'Clock the
lid of the sarcophagus was screwed, thus
shutting out from view forever all that remains
on eartn OF Chos most honored son.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1886-02-11
A Fiend's Work.

A terrible attempt upon human life was per-
petrated in EasI II. Louis on The night OF tilc
III inst Shortly after 10 O'Clock hre in "A
ehanty near the abroad tracks was discovered.
The glare OF light attracted the attention OF
AL the railroad men who happened TO be
out. They ran toward the place and as they
did so they heard snrleks, groans and cries
telling That human beings were Led there in
the hety cage unable TO escape. There was a
rush to the do r and il was forced in, when
two men staggered out and three oth:r men
were dragged out unconscious. The. races
Uf the victims were backed and long s rips OF
hesh peeled oil, presenting horrible s.gnt
There were seven men taken out OF the
BUILDING. They sad they had strolled into
the slanty in order to warm up, and were
SIT NJ around the siove talking when sudden
~ the stove seen. d to burst open am the
names went all about the room, enve.op ny
The men befor. they coulI turn toward thu
door. They could onIy Lett about WITH their
hands and struggle with eacl other in an
end, avot 'og,t to the exit. They grappled
with en- h other, and thus impeded their
escape, and 1t e.mCd an eternity before they
heard the cries OF those who came to TIE
rescue.
They remembered very distinctly that they
smelled coal oil as the flames burst around
them. Tue strange manner IN which the hre
started can only be,aecOunted Tor on the
ground that some wretch poured oil down the
chimney TO the stove. Near the back Of the
shanty, on the ground, was found tin can,
which had evidently contained coal OIL
he names of the un ortunate men are
Morris Mculynn, scott sanderson, james
Donohue, Joseph McGee, VIM. Gilkle, fred
Erickson and Pat Boyle. They are ali fear
fully burned, but whether or not any of them
are necessarily fatally injured cannot be known
ab yet.
IL is said the man who did the deed is
known as ne had grudge q gainst one of
the men and declared Tut recently that he
would get even II it took him years to do IT,
Near the back OF the shanty on the ground
was found q tin can that evidently had con-
tanned coal oil. Some OF the railroad men
who ran 10 the rescue of the imprisoned vic
Tins said that the hight OF the blazing shanty
disclosed to them the figure of a man beating
a hasty retreat, hut they dd not know at the
time OF the horrible circumstances attending
the origin OF the conhagration.