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Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1886-05-29
THAT Haunting Lie"
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The danger of having matter In tyne
floating around newspaper Office, when
not intended for publication, was never
more foreibly illustrated thaHin tho
case of the poem, Tear Down that
Haunting Lie, printed in The Tribune
just before the war. 1t attracted uni
versas attention and animadyersion.
4 well known Abolitionist who had
written the poem had asked that 1t be
put it type, and that a few slips be
struck off for his personal use. This
was done, but the type was not distri-
buted, and was left on a galley among
other articles.
A few nights afterward as Sam Walt
ers, the night foreman, was making up
the first side of the paper, he found
himself destitute of matter to fill q little
space in the form. He measured the
space with string and then searched
the galleys for an article to fill it, He
found the poem, Tear Down that
Haunting Lie.' Tho Haunting lie was
the stars and stripes, which the author
cursed, because it hoated over land
where human slavery was tolerated.
The poem exactly filled the space de-
sired, and the foreman slapped it into
the form. About 10000 papers were
printed and distributed before the MS
take was discovered. The page of type
was then taken from the press and the
poem lifted out; but it was long time
before The Tribune recovered from the
shock that its unwilling publication
produced.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1886-05-29
Malaria Attitudes.
Medical Journal

While malaria belongs chiefly to low
lying districts, it may, under favorable
conditions exist at great elevations. On
the Tuscan Apennines it is found at a
height of 100 feet above sea level; on
the Pyrennees and Mexican Cordilleras,
5000 feet; on the Himalayas, 6,400
feet; on the island of Ceylon, 6, 500
feet; and on the Andes, II, 900 feet.
Under ordinary circumstances, however,
a certain moderate altitude affords i'm
munity from malaria. The elevation of
entire security is not positively known,
but 1t has been approximated as fol-
lows: In Italy, 400 to 500 feet; in Cal
ifornia, 1000; in the Appalachian chain
of the United States, 5000 feet; in In
dia, 1900 feet. In any of these re-
gions malaria may drift up ravines to
an indefnable height.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1886-05-29
Dc INVESTIGATED Toadse
TNaw York panar

The house of a prominent resident of
Schenectady was for long time infested
with reaches and water bugs. Last fall
a domestic, hearing that toads would
drive away the vermin, caught three
ordinary hop toads and put them in the
kitchen. Not a roach or a water bug
can now be found in the house. The
toads have become domesticated, and
show an attachment for the servant.
They stay in the kitchen and never
wander about the house. The family
are greatly pleased with their vermin
hunters, and intend to keep them in
their kitchen. They are very clean in
their habits, and no objection at all can
be found to their presence.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1886-05-29
Exchanged

Says late German writer: ''To
make music has become decided form
of disease. AS one had the measels in
former time, so one has piano playing
now. am convinced that what many
persons call talent is but some fault Of
diet. A well-nourished, sensibly-
trained child never dreams of such a
thing. Talent is rather exclusive
element, and does not dwell in all
streets. To carry on an art, without
possessing Northumberland !
will even go farther--an indisputable
vocation, is just about as foolish as to
attempt to train a walking-cane to bear
flowers"
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1886-05-29
Shape OF the Shoe.
IChicaqo Tirnes1

Scientific experiments show that walk
ing or running depends very much upon
the size and shape of the shoe, and that
strength and endurance as well as grace
fitness in this exercise cannot be gained
without a sensible and well-fitting style.
Low heels increase the speed in walking
and make the step longer, and soles
longer than the foot, if they are not too
long, make walking easier.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1886-05-29
Description OF a Journalist.

He was only 2s years old, and, with
his heavy head, was a thoroughly mod
ern young man; he had no idea of not
taking advantage of all the modern con-
veniences He regarded the missive of
mankind upon the earth as perpetual
evolution Of kilograms; everything to
him was very much thesame, he had no
sense of position or quality; but the
newest thing was what came nearest sx-
citing in his mind the sentiment OF re.
spect.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1886-05-29

Oysters live TO the ago of from twelve
to fifteen years. According to Mr.
Henry Lee, the naturalist, the bivalves
feed on monads-the most minute form
Of marine life.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30
LIST OF LETTERS
Married.

STEVENS -LANDRY.--At Thiborla.x. La,
On Wednesday. Jan. 90. 1885. Dr.. n. C. STEyEs5
to Miss ANNA LANDRY OF Ascension.
DR.. Stevens who came 10 Ascension naarly
two years ago, from Florida, and located him
self In Darrowylle for the practice OF his pro-
fession, has established an envlable reputation
as physician and publis spirited citizen, and
Is widely esteemed. His chosen bride is the
daughter of the late Mrs. Julien Landry. a
NEST estimable and attractive yaGng lady,
greatly admired By all Who know Ter. TIE
marriage took rlace At the residence of Nj
j. q. Landry. the brides brother anu the ca.-
pie have aiken I'll, their residence at the Doc
tors home II Darrowvite. where we hope they
will reap the choicest blessings that can attend
the union of loving hearts and hands.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

The Independent Rand has recently re-
cieved a number of accessions to its men,
bersl,ip and can now muster twenty play
ers. The new members exhibit c9mmen-
ttable degree of interest in the organization
and are making rapid progress in the acqui-
ST ton of musical knowledge. The band
meets for practice every Friday evening, in
the Court house,
Get bottle of Reeds Gilt Edge Tonic-a
splendid preparation-and free chance in
the drawing of fine eight-day clock, at
Maurin's Cheap Grocery Emporium.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

Mrs. Maria Proffitt, formerly Of Donald
sonyille, but for the past twelve years
-esident of Indiana, arrived ut the home OF
ter friend and relative, John d. Cantey,
ESQ, this morning, accompanied by her
.siace, Miss Fannie Miller, and intends re-
laaining here several weeks. Mrs. Profitt
has many old friends here who will give her
q hearty greeting and endeayor to make her
ssay pleasant She also proposes visiting
Texas before returning to Indiana.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

Some of the ladies of the Catholic con-
gregation are collecting subscriptions
with view of purchasing new vestment
for. their beloved pastor, Rev. Father Du-
bernard. We hope the charitably inclined
will respond literally to the request for
contributions, as almost everything con
nected with the decoration of the altar and
the serving of mass fell into sad state of
neglect during the long interval the church
was closed.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

We we're pleased to receive a call Mon
dsy evening from our young friend and
.conf1'ere, Jos. NJ. Heating, Esq, editor of
the Iberville Democrat, who was fortunate
enough to make an unprecedented flying
trip to Donaldsonville just in the nick of
time to attend the enjoyable entertainment
at Phpnix Hall for the benefit Of the Ma
poleonyills Fire Company. He returned to
Plaquemine on the Tuesday forenoon
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

The improved character of the weather
resulted in an increase of the attendance at
the skating rink during the past week, par
ticularly on Wednesday and Friday. We'd
nesday number of skaters appeared in
masquerade and the entertainment closed
with game of foot ball On skates between
teams headed respectively by Messrs. Chas.
A. Maurin and j. r. Walker, which resulted
in score of II to 10 il favor OF the Maurin
team. Prof Alexander gave exhibitions of
bicycling. skating on stills and fancy skat-
ing that excited the admiration Of the spec
tators. He gives his last entertainment
here to night, and will go to Plaqnemine
tomorrow where he proposes to inaugurate
series of his highly interesting assemblies
if a suitable hall can be had for the pur-
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30
q lL1N-E.

OF the Did Reliable Store. lonaldsonGi!le Ia,
sells HAMILTON BROWN SHOE OBS
OWN MAKE So so LADIES' SHOES.
COMBINING
Fashion, Comfort and Durability. II costs
nothing to try pair.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

Those splendid mems white shirts for ST
each at Kline's Old Reliable Store are the
best article for the price ever sold in Don
;4ldsonyille
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

Our genial friend H. Thompson Brown,
Esq, of the Manchac neighborhood, was
in town yerterday and favored US with his
usual agreeable call. We we're pleased to
see that he suffers no i'll effects from the
severe shaking up he received some weeks
ago when horse he was driving ran away,
demolished the vehicle and threw its occu-
nant ont.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30
Skitf ssfolen-ReWard.

A CYPHfbS SKIFF. painted green. with
ma lead-coiored guna ales. having the Initials
P. T., with compass aid square each 81 lie Of
the buw, and compass ard square inside and
outside at the stern, vas taKen from in front OF
the resit. 4ucu OF the 0rflaFsis 2aa EayGn La
fourche. a mile below DonaldsonFiiie. the night
of January .. A si:itabte reward VII! b. paid
for its recovery o. misunderstanding thereto.
The skiti las two pairs III roHocks.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

Complaint ia made that roaming cattle
are causing damage to the levees in one Or
two localities.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

The new levee in process of construction
at the Lacroix place is rapidly nearing
completion, and will be finished during the
coming week if the weather continues ia
yorable
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

Sweetmeats of every description at Mat
rims Cheap Grocery Emporium. The best
and cheapest in the market.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

Donaldsonviiic Lodge No. 1889, K. of H.,
contributed 50 80 for the relief Of the
knights Of Honor who lost their property
an the great fire at Galveston.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

Every purchaser of Il bottle of Reeds
Gilt Edge Tonic at Manrin's Cheap Gro
Gerry Emporium will be entitled to chance
in the drawing of handsome eight-day
n!c
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30
Died.

CUNNINGHANI-In New Orleans. on Tuesday,
Jan. Is. 1856. at $3.50 P. H.. SIBINA CUNNING.
HAM. youngest child of Edward Cunningham
and Mary a. Manning. aged % days
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

Mr.. Jos. Gonzales, Jr., the estimable
and intelligent young gentleman who has
for some time past been employed as clerk
in the store kept by Mr.. Ben. Palmer on
the Riverside plantation, above New River
Lane, will open store on his own account
at the old v. Paul Landry Stand, on New
River, about the 18th of February. We
wish him generous need of success i'll
the ENTERPRISE,
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

Choice Hams of all grades, from the fan
ey sugar-cured to the ordinary cheaper
quality, at Maurin's Cheap Grocery Empo-
rum.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

Smoke Ingman's Manhatta cigars; guar
anteed Havana filler; best 6-for-25cts. cigar
made.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30
Notice TO the Public.

DosALDsosviLLE. La. Jan. u. 1896.
We bog to announce that the death of la
w nlented senior partner, Mr. Joseph ton
dram, Sr, will not cause any change in the bust
ne s of the Arm of J O3EPH G02 DRAM & SONS.
Business will be conducted, Is heretofore, M
der same name. Thanking the public for past
favors and soliciting, continuance OF :h-ir pat
ruEase, we remain. Very respectfully,
JOS. GONDaAN L SDNE.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

MIR. John Magnify, one of the Oldest and
best known levee contractors in the State.
has been awarded the contract for building
the new Evan Hall levee III this parish, and
expects to begin the work during the COM
ing week. The leyee is to extend from q
point just below the warehouse of Messrs.
Mccall Bros. down to the elbow this side Of
the residence on Mr.. Godchaux's Souvenir
plantation, occupied by Mr.. Fulgence Bour-
geois, manager of that place, and the line
of the new embankment passes in the rear
of the dwelling house. Mr.. Maginty's rep
utation gives assurance that his contract
will be executed in an efficient and faithful
manner. He visited Donaldsonville this
week and we had the pleasure of meeting
him for the first time in twelve years.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

Get the dollar shirt at Kline's Old Relia-
ole Store. 1t ia the cheapest and best arti-
ticie of mems wear in town.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

A carload of Flour has just been added
to the stock of Maurin's Cheap Grocery
Emporium. Now is the time to buy -four
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30
LOCAL JOTTINGS.

Goods almost at your own prices at Mey.
er METERS, late NJ. Israel & Co.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

RINK REopEN1NG.-The skating rink at
Phoenix Hall is to be reopened during the
coming week, under the joint auspices of
the independent Brass Band and Phoenix
Fire Company, and with the prevalence of
good weather we shall look for series of
successful and enjoyable entertainments.
The band and fire company are both popular
organizations and we hope to see their
friends combine to encourage the project
they have devised for affording the lovers
of roller skating and dancing opportuni-
ties for passing many pleasant evenings at
the rink. We believe the first assembly is
to be held next Thursday. Further partic-
ulars as to prices of admission, charge for
use of skates and the programme of amuse-
mems will be given in our next issue.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

No better Wines, Liquors or Beer any
where than at Manrin' S Cheap Grocery En-
borium.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

For the benefit of the lovers of the NAN
HArrA Seen. cigars, will state that these
cigars can also be had at Royce Il Lang
becker's Barber shop, Mrs. Brunet's and
Mrs. Boudreau2's groceries. Ask only for
Manhatta. s. s. 1NGMAN.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

A proposition is pending before Lee
Lodge No. 6, A. O. q. W., to reduce the prop
osition fes from $40 to S., and it is believed
the adoption of this amendment to the by
laws will tend to secure number of access
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

SUBSCRIPTION sAaENcY-Assistant Post
subscriptions at publishers prices for any
newspaper, magazine or periodical pub
lished in the United States or Canada.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

Orders for the manufacture or repair of
cisterns, Juice tanks, etc, left at the Don
jacksonville post-ofice, will be given prompt
attention by, Henry G. Duke Of the X L
Cistern Mandatory. Best material and
workmanship combined with lowest prices.
Every purchaser of box Of Manhatta
free, AT INGMAN's.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30
Cheap Tony's Donation.

- - n =
The time is NEAR at hand when Cheap
Tony will donate smother of those splendid
Light Running Domestic Sewing Machines
to the holder Of the lucky number IN his
grand gift drawing. Encouraged by the
results of past donations, Cheap Tony will
continue to give away these famous ma
chimes to his patrons, each purchase to the
amount of five dollars emitting the Gus
toner to one chance in the drawing. 1t
must not be supposed, however, that the
prices of goods are enhanced to make up
for the donation, as Investigation will con-
vince the most skeptical that Cheap Tony's
prices are below those of any of his COM
petitors, while his goods will compare fa-
vorably in quality with any in the market.
His stock is splendid one, comprising
large array of dry goods clothing, notions
boots and shoes, hats and caps, groceries
and general merchandise, and affords bar
gains that cannot fail to suit all tastes and
purses. In short, Cheap Tony is still to
the front and proposes to stay there.
We have had on exhibition at the CHIEF
Office for several weeks a peculiar egg laid
by hen belonging to Mrs. Robt Maurin
of Assumption parish, and brought to us
by our friend Laurent Rodeillat, Esq. The
egg is about half the ordinary size and is
shaped something like a gourd, with the
smaller end Tapped over and adhering to
the main body. It is one of the most Curl
Gus specimens of hen fruit we remember to
have ever seem
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

sugar making season our industrious young
friend Mr.. Henry c. Duke resumed work
at his well known X L Cistern Manufac-
tory, on st. Patrick street, and is prepared
to execute promptly all orders for work
in his line. He makes Or repairs cisterns,
juice tanks, sugar coolers, etc, of all sizes,
guarantees the best material and workman
ship and invites comparison of his prices
with those of other manufactures. Send
for his price list, through the Donaldson
vile post-office, and give him trial order.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN.
Donaldsonville, La., Jan. 16. 1886.

Donaldsonville, La., Jan. l6, 1886.
| have bought the STOCK OF GOODS.
look accounts and notes belonging to the late
firm of NJ. ISRAEL & CO., and will sell said
Stock Of Goods at astonishingly low prices, re-
gardless Of original cost. All parties indebted
to said firm are notified to settle their accounts
with ne without delay.
Respectfully, MEYER METER.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

81 90. A FINE WAX Doll, 81 90.
thirty inches tall, for one dollar. Sent to
any address on receipt OF price. Satisfac-
ton guaranteed. Only few left. Call on
OR address s. S. INGaIAs,
Opposite post Office, DonaEdsonv,lle.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

Fat robins served up on bGttered toast
steaming hot make a dish that would have
tempted the appetite of Epicurus in his
most exactiny mood, and that is what this
editor will have for dinner tomorrow,
thanks to our generous and thoughtful
friend Mr.. Pierre Blanc.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

CouRr ADJOURNED accordance with
the instructions Of Judge Duhel, trans
mitted in writing, the Sheriff yesterday ad :
journed the January term of court sine die.
The attorneys il tie suit of the Whitney
Iron Works IS. Gso. 3. Rsuss had been pre-
viously notified that the adjournment
would be ordered, hence they were not in
attendance to argue that case according to
assignment. Judge Daffel has returned
home after spending week in Nov Or
leans, and will proceed to st. James next
Monday for the purpose of opening the
February term of his court for that parish
Fifty sacks of Coffee inst receiyed at Man
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

At last weeks meeting of the Donaldson
vile Lodge, Knights of Honor, Brother
Jonas NJ. Bailey was duly installed in the
office of Chaplain, to which he had been
unanimously reelected. Being prevented
from attending the regular installation
meeting, his reinduction into Office was de-
ferred until last week.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

Mr.. Henry Cook, ST.. went to New Or
leans on the steamer Gay, Thursday night,
with fifteen hogsheads of sugar, being the
first shipment of his last seasons crop
The sugar was made during the first run
and was the poorest of his crop. It was
purchased by Mr.. z. Mulcarc at Al cents
per DOund
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

AcEEuEpc its CAUSES and CURE.
III EAT u Do by one who Was deaf twers-
z a IS eight years. Treated by NEST of the no.
~ ted specialists of the dry with TO benefit.
Cured himself in three lnoaths: ard slice then
hundreds IF others BIZ same process. A plain.
simple and successful home treat neaf. Address
r. s. PAGE. 12a East 25th St.. New York City.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

The earthwork Of the new bayou levee at
the railroad bridge was completed last
evening and tie plank revetment will be
finished in two or three days. Capt. Oar
ton has pushed this job with his accustomed
energy and TINT the character of the
work will prcvs satisfactory we regard as a
foregone conclusion.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

Fifty sacks Of Coffee Just received ut M;u-
rims Cheap Grocery Emporium. Best and
cheapest in the market.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1886-01-30

An exchange descants upon the effects a.
" cold and wet freezes. - Wonder il they
ever have warm freezes down that WAY?
, 1886-03-30
FOREIGN FLASHES.

Sir Henry Taylor, the dramatist, is
dead. He was SO years of age.
The Portuguese government has issued
n decree authorizing the free expectation
Of gold and silver coin.
Turkey has been testing some Of her
new Krupp guns. A number Of them
have burst and others have been found to
be worthless.
The suspension of the Panama Star
and Herald las been ordered by Gen.
Santo Domingo. The American consul
will seek redress by diplomatic means.
The rioters at Jumet. Belgium, placed
200 women in front of their ranks when the
soldiers appeared. The latter fred and
many women were wounded.
Louis Feltner was killed by Mexican
outlaws in Santa Clara Canon while en-
route from Jimulco to the silver mines in
the state of Durango. lie was formerly
a resident of Chicago. l.Ia .
, 1886-03-30

New York, March 2o.-It is reported
this morning that the strikers in St. Louis
would not go to work until they received
positive and official notice from Irons.
Powderly was called upon this morning
and found to be in bed. When asked
about the strike, he said: II have re-
ceived no word hat the men will not obey
orders. If they have not heard from
Irons, it is because there has been delay
in delivering the telegram sent last night
The men will certainly go to work, and
Irons will positively give them orders to
do So