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The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1886-12-25
FARM AND FIRESIDE.


Make new paintings of horseradish
at least every two years Prairie
Farmer.
hen manure when kept dry loses
little strength with age. The prudent
farmer does not allow it to go to waste.
N. E. Farmer.
Be sure that the ground floor in
the poultry house is enough higher than
the surrounding ground to keep it per-
fectly dry. Damp floors are very pro-
ductive of disease. N Y. Examiner.
Rose Cake: Three cups of flour,
two cups of white sugar, one cup of
sweet milk, one-half cup butter, whites
of four eggs, one teaspoon cream OF
tartar, one-half teaspoon soda; flavor
with lemon Of rose, and sprinkle red
sugar between layers as you fill the
pan.-GOod Housekeeping.
Biscuit: One quart of flour, two
heaping teaspoonfuls of baking powder,
well st rred in the flour; onc-half tea
spoonful of salt and one tablespoonful
of lard well mixed into the flour; add
one coffee cupful of sweet milk or
water; mix and bake in rather hot oven.
TO edo Blade.
For burns apply white of egg and
and sweet oil, equal parts, beaten to-
'gether. You may know the fire is out
when the burned flesh turns red and
quits running water. When the fire is
out scorch linen rag, grease it with
mutton tallow, and bind it on to heal
the burn. Chicago Nea0s.
-Ifhogs have been kept in a healthy,
growing condition through the sum
inner, As they always should be, upon
good. nutritious food, the process of fat
tening should now be commenced in
earnest by the providing of a supply OF
heavy food, fed in such quantity as will
supply the demand of the animals and
keep them in state of complete quiet.
San francisco Chronicle.
Buttermilk mullins have but to be
tried to become q standing winter dish.
Beat hard two eggs into quart OF
butte rmik. stir in flour to make q thick
batter. about quart, and lastly tea
spoonful of salt and the same of soda.
Bake in hot oven in well CREASED
tins. Mullins of all kinds should only
be cut just round the edge, then pulled
open with the fingers. -UOntreal VT
ness.
In order to render paper as tough
as wool or leather. says the New York
SUI, a plan has been devised which. it
is said, efectlally accomplishes that
purpose-namely. by combining chlor-
ide of zinc with the pulp in the course
of manufacture. lthas been found that
the greater the degree of concentration
of the zinc solution the greater will be
the toughness of the paper, and that it
is thus serviceable for making boxes,
combs, etc.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1886-12-25
Suffering Womanhood.

Too much effort can not be made TO bring
to the attention of suffering womanhood the
great value of Lydia E. Pinkhams Vcgeta-
Bile Compound as remedy for the diseases
of women. Such an one is tho wife Of Gen.
eral Barringcr, of Winston, N. c., and we
quote from the Generals letter as follows:
"Dear Mrs. Pinkham: Please allow me to
add my testimony to the most excellent
medicinal qualities Of your Vegetable Com
pound. Mrs. Barringer was treated for
severa. years for what the physician called
Leucorrhma and Prolapsus Utcri com
bined. / sent her to Richmond, Va, where
she remained for six months under the
treatment of an eminent Physician without
any permanent benefit she was induced
to try your medicine and after reasonable
tune commenced to improve and is now
able to attend to her business and consid-
ers herself fully relic0ed." General Barrn-
ger is the proprietor Of the American Ho-
tel, Winston, N. c., and is widely known.
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1nvalid.' Hotel and surgical Institute.


This widely celebrated institution, located
at Buffalo, N. Y, is organized with full
staff of eighteen experienced and skillful
Physicians and Surgeons, constituting the
most complete organization of medical and
surgical skill in America, for the treatment
of all chronic diseases, whether requiring
medical or surgical means for their cure.
Marvellous success has been achieved in the
cure of all nasal, throat and lung diseases,
liver and kidney diseases, diseases Of the
digestive organs, bladder diseases, diseases
peculiar to women, blood taints and skin
diseases, rheumatism, neuralgia, nervous
debility, paralysis, epilepsy (fts), sperma-
torrhea, impotency and kindred affections.
Thousands are cured at their homes through
correspondence. The cure of the worst
ruptures pile tumors, varicocele, hydrocele
and structures is guaranteed, with only a
short residence at the institution. Send 10
cents in stamps for the Invalids' Guide
Book (6S pages), which gives all partfcu-
lars. Address Worlds Dispensary Medi-
cal Association, Buffalo, n. Y.
A SERIES of practical talks to girls has
begun in Boston. With our girls the most
practical talk is the proposal Il hiladelphia
Call.
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Petroleum, It's source and Productions.

Petroleum, It's Source and Productions,
This title indicates to some extent the
character and scope of the new Hold ay
Annual for 1887, by 50 A Man." which is
now in press and will be ready, ON or
about the 10Th inst, for delivery by the
Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Railway. 1t
is to all intents and purposes a GIFT to the
friends and patrons of that road. The sub
ject is ably handled, and discussed in a
clear, colloquial vein that will captivate
adults and youth alike, although especially
dedicated to the Boys and Girls of Ameri-
ca" 1t embodies q vast amount Of scien-
tiic and practical information, is profusely
illustrated with diagrams, sketches and
full page engravings from original draw
lngs true to fact and nature-with beauti-
full and striking design on outside cover,
printed in colors. 1t is book that will
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something choice, elegant and valuable,
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The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1886-12-25
Pains and Aches

inVarious pi fts of the body, more particularly in
the back, shoulders and Joints, are the unwelcomt
indications that rheumatism has gained foot-hold
and you are lin for it, for "a longer or shorter
period. rheumatism is caused by Tactic acid in the
Diood, and is cured by Hoods Sarsaparilla, which
eraGicatcs every impurty from the blood, and fills
itwith richness and health.
i had been troubled for some time with poo1
appetite, particularly in the morning, and also had
frequent attacks of rheumatism. L commenced
taxing Hoods Sarsaparilla, aud now my appetite Is
tne best and the rheumatism has entirely left me. ;"
=. ARENS, 1904 Emerald Avenue Chicago Ill.
My wife has been troubled with rheumatism 70,
along time, and her blood has been cry poor Last
spring she had scrofua sores. l got her some Of
Hoods Sarsaparilla, and on taking it she began to
improve right away She Is not In the least troubled
oy rheumatism now, and the sores are all healed"
AxSRY RANSOM, Mt Vernon, O.
Hoods SarSapariIla
Sold by all druggists. 81; six for g. Prepared
py [. /. HOOD Co, Apothecaries, Lowell, Mass.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1886-12-25

The question how many yards
make a foot?" was sprung on school
teachers convention in Ohio recently.
and thirty four teachers handed in their
answers three" with the proud con-
sciousness of having knocked the spots
off of old mathematics in the first
round. Detroit Free Press.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1886-12-25

State regulating the sale and use OF the
many poisons resorted to by women in
their desperation to obtain beautiful COM
plexions, while there exists in DR.. Harter's
Iron Tonic every requisite necessary to ac-
oomplish the object without iniuring the
health or endangering life.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1886-12-25

THE vital question: "What is q sausagei'
is being discussed before Nebraska court.
1t is believed the jury will disagree.-NoT-
rtStowU Herald
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1886-12-25

CHECK Colds and Bronchitis with Hale's
Honey of Horehound and Tar.
Pixies Toothache Drops Cure in one minute.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1886-12-25

For THROAT DISEASES, CoUGHs, CoLDs,
"Broaon'S bronchial TrocheS." Price 25 cts
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1886-12-25

LAWN party is pleasant enough until it
begins to rain. Then it becomes q forlorn
party.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1886-12-25

Delicate diseases Of either se1
radically cured. Send 10 cents In stamp.
for book. Address, Worlds DispensarJ
Medical Association, Buffalo, N. Y
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1886-12-25

Why is sugar made in the old style prefer
able to that made in the new stylei Be-
cause it can't be beet.-The Whip.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1886-12-25

IF afflicted with Sore Eyes use DR.. Isaac
Thompson's Eye Water. Druggists sell it Csc.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1886-12-25

THE man that ought TO suit you we'll
your tailor Whitehall Times.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1886-12-25

You would not, perhaps, expect it, but 1t
is fact, that well water will sometimes
make people sick.-BoSton Post.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1886-12-25

SICK and bilious headache, and all de-
rangements Of stomach and bowels, cured
by DR.. Pierces Pellets"-or anti-bilious
granules. % cents vial. No cheap boxes
to allow waste of virtues. By druggists
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1886-12-25
The Duty of state legislatures

"THIs IS an age of wonders" said a man
as he made straw hat felt by touching it"
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1886-12-25

f. A CLARK, U. s Architect, eertifies to
the efficacy of Red Star Cough Cure.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1886-12-25

BEST, easiest 10 use and cheapest Piso's
Remedy for Catarrh. By druggists. 500
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1886-12-25

A MEAN temperature-Ten degrees below
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1886-12-25
100 Doses One Dollar
ELY'S
CREAM BALM

A God-Send Is
Hy's Cream Balm.
4 had cdtGrrh for !
gears. Ny NOSE
could bleed. !
thought the sores
ls0&td neper heal.
E'y's Cream Balm,
has cared nae.-1Hj-s.
III, a. Jackson,
Portsmouth, ". II.
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i
Jury having refused to indict the accused
he was discharged from custody and hi
bond scancelled.
State Is. Henry Collins; murder, til,
Grand Jury having returned mot trn,
bill" accused was discharged from Gus
tody.
State Us. Bill Ellis, information filed fol
shooting with intent to commit murder
case continued until next term and accused
remanded.
State Us. Westley Gauthreaux, ct al, muir
der; case as to Gauthreaux tried on Thurs
day aud jury verdict of Equity without
capital punishment rendered; case as te
Paul Joseph and Chas. johnson dismissed
by 1aolie pros.
State Us. Geo. Henderson Glover, man
slaughter; jury verdict Of not guilty.
State Us. Moses Williams, Ike Adams, Jr.,
and Adam Jones, shooting with intent to
murder; jury verdict of guilty; accused re-
manded for sentence. u
At the conclusion of business yesterday
afternoon, Judge Duffel ordered that the
court adjourn until Tuesday next, the 18th
inst.
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THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY.

The biennial session Of the General Az.
sembly OF this State opened at Baton
Rouge last Monday. The newly elected
members Of both branches were sworn in,
q lengthy message from Gov. McEnery was
received and read, and visit from Com.
modore Da Cana and other officers Of the
Brazilian frisate, accompanied by the Gov
ernor and his staff, was an agreeable Incl
dent Of the first days proceedings.
On the succeeding days of the current
been filled, standing committees appointed,
notices given OF the introduction of large
number of bills and resolutions--a good
many of which measures have been intro
duced and referred to appropriate commit
tees-reports Of State officers received, ard
other miscellaneous business transacted.
The Senate has organized as court of
impeachment to try Judge Fontelieu of
Iberia on charges preferred during the last
session of the General Assembly.
Speaker Ogden expressed the readiness
of himself and the other officers of the
House to retire if it was the wish Of the
Democratic members to have reorganiz-
alton, but it was decided to allow the pres
ent officials to remain in their positions.
Gen. j. Il. Brent of Ascension was
member of the first committee appointed
that to notify the Senate and the Governor
Of the organization of the House ready for
business-and has been assigned to service
on the Judiciary Committee and the Com
mittee on Public Works, Lands and Lev
ees, two of the most important Of the House
committees. -
The Governors message shall receive at
tention in our next issue, and we shall en-
deayor, as the session progresses. to keep
our readers Informed of the action taken
by the General Assembly upon all matters
of general interest and importance pre-
sented for consideration.
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Proceedings of Common Council,
Town Of Donaldsonville.
REGULAR MEETING.

nGd OLAh MEEIING,
COURTHOUSE.
I Donaldsonville, La, May 8, 1888.
The Council was called to order at p NJ.
and the following of6cers-elect presented thei
commissions and wore duly sworn:
Edward n. Pugh. Mayor.
John SolozanO. Treasurer.
3. Samuel Leblanc. Secretary,
z. L. Carmouche, Assessor.
Joseph Thompson, Collector
4 Edgar Fernandez, Constable.
3. Lemann. Alderman first ward.
r, McG;ulloh, V. c. Gabrielle. Aldermen sec
JOS. Bradford, Noah Merritt, Aldermen third
| ward.
The Mayor delivered his message, in which hi
| clearly enunclated his views upon the present
| condition OF the town and earnestly solicitec
every member Of the Council to cooperate witt
him in order to institute and enforce q genera
state of reform. His remarks were received
! with unanimous approval by the Council.
| = I. Sam. Leblanc presented his bond, with D
p parlanl as surety. which was accepted. Mr.. LIE
piano then assumed the duties OF Secretary, re-
lieving MIR. J. j. Sullivan, who had been actina
| in that capacity.
Jos. Thompson presented his bond as Collec.
Tor, which was then and there fixed at $1,000
| with D: Variant. L. Wildand v. Maurin as sure
! ties. The bond was approved.
ward, having failed to qualify, Alderman Fred
Dunel, holding over, came i'll and took his seat.
On motion Of Alderman Lemann, it was re-
solved that the following salaries be paid the
| municipal officers for their entire term:
Mayor, ~ eor Treasurer. sI75; Secretary. $50;
Assistant Constable, $780,
The Mayor appointed tho following standing
committees:
Finance Committee-R. McCulloh, chairman
+. Duffel, N. Merritt.
Committee On Public Works-B, Lemann,
chairman; V. C. Cantrelle. Jos. Bradford.
On motion Of Alderman McCulloh, the fol-
lowing resolutions were adopted:
Be it yesoLved. That the ordinance adopted
June II, 1888. being ap ordinance for the estab-
lishment Of q police force for the town. be and
the same IS hereby repealed. Be it further
Resotved. That in addition to the Constable,
the Mayor be and he is authorized to appoint
an additional peace officer to aid and assist the
Constable in policing the town. the duties and
powers OF SAID officer to be the same as those of
the Constable, his salary not to exceed the sum
OF S5 per month, and to be subject to removal
by and at the discretion of the Mayor. Be it
Resolred, That the Mayor be and he is here
by authorized. on and for such occasions as he
may deem necessary, to appoint additional aids
to the Constable at price not to exceed 81 SO
for twenty-four hours service. Be it further
Resotred, That all ordinances or parts of Or
dinances in conflict herewith be and they are
hereby repealed. Be it further
Eesotsed. That this ordinance take effect from
and directly after its passage.
The Mayor appointed w. Fl. Thomas as As
slstant Constable, who being present. was duly
sworn IN and authorized to assume at once the
duties OF his office,
The Council adjourned to meet again on Tues
day, the 18th inst.
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Communicated
". Orange Blossoms.

| 1t Is with pleasure that the writer chronicles
the union IN matrimonial bonds of Mr.. Allan
| Guedry, son of Mr.. Joseph Guedry, to Miss An
gellne kodrigue. daughter OF Mr.. Telesphore
| Rodrlgue. by the Rev. Father Guedry of the
Diocese of Chicago, brother of our kind and
| popular friends Messrs. Joseph and Bienyenue
| Guedry.
The ceremony took place Tuesday evening,
the 18th inst. III the st. Elizabeth Church OF
Palncourtvllle. The fathers, Messrs. kodrisue
and Guedry, are highly connected, and are
among our most worthy and generous fellow
citizens. Mr.. Allan Guedry, the bridegroom,
has been acting in the capacity Of overseer on
his fathers plantation for several years, and
is much esteemed. intelligent and promising
young nan. The bride is one of the first bellies
of Lafourche society, and possesses many
charming qualities. The writer is personally
acquainted with both, and feels proud to own
such worthy ones as friends.
The following gentlemen and ladies served as
eroomsmen and bridsapaids, IN the order
named Mr.. Albert Guedry and Miss Claire Rod
rigue, sister of the bride; Mr.. Anatole E. He
bert, and Miss Alphonsine Guedry, sister of the
Bridegroom; Mr.. Armand Guedry and Miss
lrma Thiac of New Orleans; Mr.. Leo. Guillot
and Miss Marie Guedry. The bridesmaids were
richly attired in white satin. The bride wore
white satin de Lyons costume profusely
trimmed with costly lace.
About two hundred people had gathered at
church to await the arrival Of the happy couple
ana their escorts, and large number of car
rlases followed the bridal party.
After the ceremonies were over invited guests
and relatives to the number of nearly four hun
dred assembled at the brides residence to par
take of superb dessert consisting OF choice
fruits, all kinds of deiicacies chanpa ene
wines, ETC., after which all, yog.ng and old, en-
1oyed dancing to the lovely strains of music
until the early hours of the following day. All
returned home we'll pleased, and no doubt viii
eyer remember the grand reception rendered
them b " Allan aud Angelina"
wish of the writer. SOC.
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A terrible cyclone struck Kansas City,
Nc, on the 18th inst, demolishing large
school-house. an overall factory, portions
OF tae county court-h house and several other
buildings, killing some thirty persons and
wouading many more.
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Saturday, May Is. 1886.
Splendid stock of base balls, bats, masks
ETC., largest ever brought to Donaldson
vile, at Jngman's.

The Anarchists in Chicago and Milwau
kee have been sat down upon with such ef-
feet by the authorities that they appear to
have crawled into their holes and drawn
ithe holes in after them, 5 ..4'
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HE EYE.-It is simply wonderful, the
reputation Hawkes. spectacles and eye
glasses have attained throughout the United
States. They are known from the Atlantic
to the Pacific, and the reputation is built
upon real merit. Testimonials from the
most eminent men of the country are given,
who have had their sight improved by their
use. All eyes fitted by s. S. Ingman, Don
aldsonyille.
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To alt who are suffering FROM tbs errors and
'ndiscretions Of youth, nervous weakness, early
decay, loss of manhood etc, will send n -ec;na
that Will cure you. FREE OF CHARGE. This areas
America. Send self addressed envelope 70 .hn
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Greece is finding it impossible to make
war against Turkey in the face of the united
opposition of the great European powers.
The ministry has resigned and the troops
will be brought back from the frontier.
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BASE BALL.-The Fortier Base Ball Climb q,
Donaldsonville was reorganized last night
at meeting held at the Crescent Exchange
and the following is list of the officers
and players:
i 1afargae, Honorary President.
70. Dalferes. Honorary Vice President.
f }pe 3. sMG abss Up Ptpas, slea.
]. L. Blum Secretary and Treasurer
dos. bradford. Manager,
PAUL Wutke, Captain.
naui Wr ntke Pies.s oNeli: Thomas Wartman.
=. Monter0, Geo. Richard. f. Fortier. Jos
Braud. AA- @AneA' 0finfsno
This list comprises an influential and eff
fipient corps Of officers and affords material
for team of players that will undoubted-
~ make splendid showing on the diamond
field this season.
No game of ball was played here last
Sunday on account Ct taa fremen's parade.
The Lees of this town go to Plaquemine
tomorrow, on the steamer Letcher, to play
their second game of the season with the
''guets OF that place. From present indi-
5aations there will be q large number of ex-
curslonlsts, Including party of ladies, &C.
companying the base ball boys, and a
highly enjoyable trip on Capt. Maurin's
staunch and pretty little boat is anticiDa-
ted. The st. Joseph Brass Band will 90
along also, and their line music will add
considerable interest to the excursion. The
Letcher is to leave the wharf ut Dam.
What's the matter with game between
the Fortier's and Lees for tomorrow week?
letter received from Shreveport this
morning informs us that the celebrated O.
4. club Is recognizing and will endeavor
to maintain its we'll earned reputation
during the season of 1886.
Since the foregoing items were nut in
type match game between the Lees and
Fort,ers of this place has been arranged
tor Sunday. May -, at Cleveland Park.
The first meeting of these two clubs this
year ought to draw large crowd, and we
should BE- glad to zee the ladies' make up
tiieir minds 70 patronize the sport more
literally than heretofore and siRnalize the
occasion of this match by filling the grand
stand 9 served for their special accommoda-
lion. Game begins at $50 P. x. Sdmis-
zion to park, 25 cents.
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70 Mr.. Oscar Billop the editor Of the
CHIEF is indebted for an invitation to attend
the commencement exercises Of the Law
Department of Tulane University, which
take place to-day at the Grunewald Opera
House, New Orleans.
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Aiss Mary E. Washington of the State
Normal School began last Saturday the
series of lectures and lessons to public
school teachers she has been engaged to
give at Ascension Academy, as announced
in the CHIEF Of the LIST inst. The subject
OF her first discourse was psychology, fol-
lowed by a preparatory lesson in the science
OF numbers, and both were highly interest
ing and instructive. The attendance of
teachers was not SO numerous as expected,
probably because number were not mott
lied IN time to permit them to be present,
but at to-day's lectures and those to be
given each Saturday until further notice
there will no doubt be larger audiences.
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Danger! Aneslected cold or cough may lead to
pneumonia, consumption or other fatal disease.
stronss PICTORIAL Pills will epre cold as by
mag magic. best thing for dyspepsia, Indigestion,