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The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

Land Ofice at Mitchell OAK ), Sept 24, 1885,
Notice 10 hereby given that the following named
- ha on and 70 s
aeid proof will be made before Clerk Dist. Court
ct Brnle Go. OAK, at Chamberlain, on Nov. o,
1881. at O'clock p. M, viz; Henry Y. Wallace
p. He names the following Witnesses to prove
his continuous residence upon, and cultivation
q said land, via: H. y. Lake, j. W. Miller, ". A
NhMl6 and De Witt Mo Connell all OF Mmball.
u. Il. Goo. B. Eyeritt, Reg.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08
Newspaper gossip has it that Secretary
Lamar will be married before snow dies.

One of F.. P. Roe's latest stories is:
He Fell in Love With His Wife,
These sensational novelists are always
conjuring up the most impossible events.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08
lIaek Wsrd, Any: I. y

! Land omCe 81 Mitchell, Dakota. sept. !, 1886
Notice i heEeby given that the following g-named
tIal proof in support Of his clain, and that
Bxid proof will be made before Clerk Of the Dist.
Oonrt at Chamberlain. Dakota, on October 10,
3dB66 for the NEA Section "a, in Township I0a-R.
"a W. He nnmes the Following witnesses to
prove he aontin9ogs residsnSs ypou and and cult; =;
P. o.. and Charles Sayoi, Robert Noakes, Rob-
EFT Noakss, Jr., xll Of kimball b. T. P. o.
Goo. b. Everitt, Register,
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08
Marx Ward, Atty.
land Oifrna nj Mitchell EAlxOta Sent 49, 1895

a 0AlK W6fu, htty, .l--.1. '..l77
Land Once at Mitchell Eakota, Sept 1a 1885,
Notice is herehy given that the following
named scttler has tiled notice Of bis intention to
make 6ual proof in support Of his claim, and
that said proof will be made before Clerk 81 the
lsistnct Court at GhSrn bsrlain Dakotn, on Nov
stsmher eth 1883 1T O'clock p. M. viz; John Ham
the following witnesses Il, prove his continuous
residence upon, and cultivation Of, said land,
Viz: David frseland, ]. P. Bullis, sVm. Boyd, w.
Htseland, all Of Kimball D. Z.
Geo. q. Everitt Register.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

The Fargo Argus sagely remarks that
it is neither wise nor prudent to mix re-
ligion with politics. and that the minis.
ter who does SO will find himself in hot
| water
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08
SUMMONS.
Territory Of Dakota In the Dist. Conrt in
Ind Judicial District. and fpe Brule Co.
Lewis a. Foote
william s. Willis and
q. n Earu,,ann

Tl Ths p. territory Of Dakota sends greeting,
tenda1ts. You are hereby summoned and re-
aSaiisSd e annxsr tho complaint, in this acticn
4. D. 1853 in the Office Of the Clerk OF the Dist.
Court within and for tho County OF Brnie. Terri
10Y q Dakota, at the Court House in the City OF
serve copy nt your alswer On the subscribers at
their ofhcs on Heck avenue in the City Of Cham-
nsssisin Dakota Territory within thirty days
tho day OF service. II you fail to answer the
complaint within that time, the plaintiff will
complaint. ~ -
Dated at ohsmheslain D. \. this 18th day ct
aS Goqdykoontz Porter, Plaintiffs Attys.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

A man in Hendricks Co.. Ind. killed a
big water snake. the other day. and upon
opening it found live frog, inside: Out
of sheer curiosity he cut open the frog
and found sbfg black beetle. also alive,
inside of it. 1t is to be regretted that he
investigated no further. Had he opened
the beetle he would, in all probability,
have found sea serpent.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

Closing out the entire Stock 1t
Mens-W Womens-Misses g. Ch,ldrens
Boots and Shoes regardless of cost.
To make room tor the largest and
best Stock of Clothing that ever
landed in Kimball.
ls.tf u. f. Robinson.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

The new navy of the United States,
which has been authorized by congress.
numbers eighteen ships Of all classes to
cost in the aggregate something more than
500, ,OOO, 900.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

The latest novelty at the seaside re-
sorts is little lockct made of sea shells
about the size of a silver quarter. which
fssworn on neck chain. The girls keep
thelrsbathing suits in them.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08
sHERIFF's SALE,
TscssasSFs cea.s !; Gf blo'.. Ds'.'ta' |ss,
Robert II. Mcclellan, Pl'f,
Henry b. Farran nef,t.

J, Henry B. Farren. Deft.
Notice is hereby given, that BY virtue Of an
E&ooQkeOn 70 He directed and delivered and now
" MK hands. issued outOf the Clerks Office Of
Ehe second Judicial Dist Court Territory Of
!Dakots. IN and for the county OF Brule upon a
3nq1ement and decree rendered in said court in
Myos " Robert II. Mcclellan, Plaintiff and
ss1lqst Hegry y. Farren on the 22nd day OF Sept
ember A. y. l8SB. L have levied upon the fol-
lowing described Real Estate Of said defendant
to.vst: North y, West quarter (NW14) Of section
gamber Nine lal in Township number One Hun
dsed and 6ix l1uBl North of Range number Sirty
clgnt l9ol West OF the Fifth principle meridian.
containing One Hundred and Sixty acres lI,Oi
eccofding 70 thu United States Gov Survey and
hetnfns. And that l shall on Saturday the tif-
taentq gay VI November A. d. 1888 at the hour of
Uns O'Clock r. M, Of said day, at the (Sper,,
tas. aoass IN The City Of Chamberlain it bsins the
!ssa place rhere the Dist Court was held in said
county and Territory, proceed to sell ali the right
Htte and interest Of the above named Henry ID
Fefren IN and 70 the nhove described properly to
satlsty = said Jddgement. 6nd costs, amountina
H:l g Six AHndred and Sixty Nine D ollars and
Eslty oix A;snta together with all accfuing costs
9t SAT-. and interest on the same from the 22nd
DAY OF September 1885, at the rate of seven ner
cent, per annum at Public Auction. to the bpsr Pr
eet bidder for cash. - W WY 'As
Dennis Ryan. Plaintiffs Attorneys.
~ John b. Ryan.
v Sheriff of Hruie co. u. II
dated at Kin6al d. u. Oct 9th ls38.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

Don't buy your cloaks until you
have seen the entire stock we have
coming, they will be here in a few
days, prices way down, Harker 4
Bird.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08
Election, November 2.

I'm England the population doubles In
fifty years. England could expedite
matters by importing Brule county's
board of county commissioners.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08
sHERlFF's SALE.
coan,t rs,tito5y Q; MP :, Dakota ss.
Hsuben Kepner, Plaintiff

sHERlFFs SALE.
caa. Territory 4 & Dakota lss
Heuben Kepner, Plaintiif >
Gsbe E. Bchwindt and John B.
Long . copartnership under the
nrm name OF Schwindt and Long
Notice is hereby given, that by virtue Of a spec
n9X IN my hands, issned out of the Clerks Office
q the and Judicial Dist. Court, Territorv NJ
Dakota, IN and for the County OF Brule mon a
1gdRement rendered in said court in favor II ths
shove named Reuben Kepner. plaintiff and
Hgairst the ntoye named John n. Long defen
dant on the 2nd day of September A. d. 1854
q tho following described real estate of eaid
defendant. torMit: Lot in Block in the origi
n.l town 1T Kimball, .Brule county, IJakota.
Nnicn salo property was by me levied on and at
sacned by virtue OF . warrant Of attachment in
eAid above entitled action on the 18th day of
aASgust 1855. And that shalt on Tuesday the
ose q o'clock p; M Of said day. at the front door
q q the Opera house in the City Of Chamberlain,
s5 snss nelnR the place where said court was last
held IN said county and Territory. proceed To
sal All the right. title and interest which the
enIove named John Il. Long had on the 10Th day
9s august 1888 or has had at any time thereafter
~ dna 20 the above described property 70 sntisfy
Hanarea snd Thirty Two Dollars and Eve cents,
to9ether wtth all aocruing costs of sale and in
SSsioss on the same from the 22nd day Of Septem
nef 1sk6, at tho rate OF 7 per cent per annnm, Mt
Fapnc Auction, to the hlahest bidder for cash.
Aoysr + Brown >'''''
Plaintiffs Attofneys
John sl 3; Ran
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

A full line of 1'ricot dress flannels
to be sold at New York prices at l..
D. Bardin's.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08
THE KIMBALL GRAPHIC
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 1888.
BY G. r. TiNAs.sss,

II Virgins got all there was due him
ae would have to wear Q wig.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

Don't fail to look over Bardin's
large stock of dress and cloak buttons
before purchasing elsewhere.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

You will find the very best and
most complete stock of Dry Goods
and Boots and Shoes in town at Har-
ker and Birds.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

Il. NJ. Day believes that of the $50 del
egates at the Democratic convention 200
are in favor of prohibition.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

The acting Secretary Of ths Treasury
has made another call for sl5. 900, 900 o
bonds.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

Martha Washington's portrait graces
the new silver certificate. the first time
that woman's picture has graced Gov
erment security.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

Graining, painting, and exterior
and interior decorative work of all
kinds done by w. J. Brady. y
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08
Get Brady to do your painting.

invite all persons who do not
wish to attend Auction Sales to call
between Z and 10 a. IN. and purchase
goods at Auction Prices.
ls-tf d. 4. Robinson.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

Y The largest stock of Carpets in
South Dakota at Barkee's Furniture
Stora.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

just received at Bardin's com
plete line of latest style Jersies
direct from New York.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

Ladies and Misses Genuine Goa
le button Caters Selling at the
Auction Sale of ID. E. Robinson. latf
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

Barkee has the finest line of Furni-
ture ever brought to Kimball.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

w. J. Brady hangs wall paper IN
the highest style of tile art.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

Everybody call and see my new $500
Hanging Lamp. VIM. Meierstein.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

Buy your Dress Flannels of liar
ker & Bird.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

Calico only cts. per yard at Har-
ker and Birds.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08
{ 33LEGAL NOTICES.
y 9,unisp,,A!I Atty.

u. s. Dunlap, Atty.
81 Land Cifiics It MitnkslI y. =. Apg u, 1885.
Notice is hereby given that tile following named
esttlef hrs tiled n0tioe Of his intention to make
fiuAl prpod I'M support OF his claim, and that
aid proof VIII be made hefors Probate Judge of
HruiS CO. Dak. at Chamberlain D. r., on Oct. .,
is11, viH: VIM. Hlowers Hd.-No, 2S68 for the
NW1<-4-103s7. He names the following witness.
q u prove his continuous residence upon and
cultiyatSon Ot said land, wig: u. A. Forbes, +.
forheS. Lorenzo Wait and H. s. Dunlap of Brule
- - Geo. h. Eyeritt, Register
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

Buy your Flannels of Harker and
Bird; they knock 'em all out in price.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

Stamping of all Kinds at the Nor
ris s'Sistcrs.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

Lamps marked way down at the Ar
tesian Store.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08
Dyspepsia Cured.

II would be impossible for me to de-
scribe what suffered from Indigestion
md Headache up to the time 1 began
taking Ayers Sarsapariln. / was under
the cnre of various physicians and tried
great lnnny kinds OF medicines, but
never obtained more than temporary re.
lief: After taking Ayers Sarsaparila for
andmy stomach performed its duties moro
perfectly. To-day my health is COM
pletely restored. = Mary Harley, Spring
field, Mass.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

Rooms to rent. Enquire at this
office.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08

I have been greatly benefited by the
tones and invigorates the system, regulates
the action OF the digestive and assimiative
organs. aud vitalizes the blood. 1t is,
without doubt, the most reliable blood
purifier yet discovered. H. D. johnson,
$50 Atlantic ave-, Brooklyn. n. Y.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08
BUSINESS LOCALS.
Hero We Are Again

Here We Are Again.
Fox & Wiltse the Photographers are
in town again for 80 days. First class
work and satisfaction guaranteed. Call
and see us.
Fox e. Wiltse.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08
Failing Health.

Ten years ago my health began to fail.
was troubled with Il distressing Cough,
Night Sweats, Weakness, and Nervous.
by different physicians, but became so
weak that could not 60 up stairs with
out stopping to rest. My friends recon-
mended me to try Ayers Sarsaparilla,
which did, and nm now as healthy and
strong ns ever Mrs. f. L. Williams,
Alexandria, Minn.
have used Ayers Sarsnparllla, in my
family, for Scrofula, and know, il 1t Is
taken faithfully, that it will thoroughly
eradicate this terrible disease. / have also
prescribed it rs q tonic, as we'll as an alter
ative, and must say that honestly believe
It to be the best blood medicine ever
compounded. Nv. F. Fowler, d. D. S.,
n. D., Greenyille, Tenn.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1886-10-08
The First Sign

VI 11t1IHB He0ltn, WHctuef IN Ln6 1Ofm OF
Night swcats and Nervousness, or in o
sense Of General Weariness and Loss of
Appetite, should suggest the usc Of Ayers
Sarsaparilla. This preparation is most
effective for giving tone and strength
to the enfecbled system, promoting the
digestion and assimilation of food, rcstor-
ing the nervous forces to their normal
condition, and for purifying, enriching,
md yitaiizing the blood.
The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1886-05-01
To-Morrow.

The Volunteer Fire Co. No. I, will be
rendered benefit, by the ladies. under
the direction of Mrs. de st. Laurent to-
morrow. We are told, and also note, by
the public announcement, that unusual
attractions will be offered for the amuse-
ment of all those attending the enter
tainment. A lengthy and varied pro-
gramme has Deen prepared, and nothing
has been left undone to make tomorrow
evening "a red letter day" in the annals
of the amusement line in this town. The
cause for which given should be sufi-
cient but as value for your money will
be given, we hope large crowd will be
in attendance.
The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1886-05-01
Nothing Dishonorable.

Attorney General Garland's testimony
in the telephone inquiry shows conclu-
sively that he has been guilty Of no dis
honorable conduct. 1t would have look
ed better had he not taken, when Sena-
tor of the United States, the Pan-Electric
stock rendered him, but the company was
not asking, and there was no reason to
suspect that it ever would ask for legis-
latiOn to promote its interests. In fact,
the circumstances we're such that it
could not be benefited in that way. As
attorney general Mr.. Garland had moth
ing whatever to do with bringing the
suit to test the validity of the Bell pa
tent.
The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1886-05-01
Weather--Cro

The fact is, this weather that we have
been having furnishes theme not quite
as agreeable as prolific. For, it assumed
so to speak, all kinds0f prOpOrtiOns-One
day, cool, clear, and bracing, the next,
sky overcast with threatening clouds,
which after frolicking would burst and
inundate 'the EARTH" Last Tuesday was
particularly a disagreable day-raiD, and
a heavy one, with strong wind blowing
from early morn till after close of day.
At this writing, mild pleasant day
we are enjoying.
The agriculturist in consequence, are
not in happy frame Of mind; some
see great drawback, others while not
so gloomy, are by no means satisfied.
After a hard rain like the one Of last
Tuesday, many are under the impression
that ground plowed but not planted will
necessitate re plowing, while some say
that by running the plOw in the middle
of the rows, planting and then cover,
will answer. But, be this as it may,
those with whom we have cOnversed have
mighty far off expression in their eyes.
However we can but hope for the best.
The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1886-05-01

Hon. Alfred VOORHEES,, Representative
from this parish, takes his departure TO-
morrow for Baton Rouge, where the Gen
eral Assembly of the State of Louisiana
cOnvenes next monday.
Str. A. Durio, towing a barge loaded
with lumber, passed bound up, last Wed
nesday evening. The DuriO was also
heavily laden with lumber. We believe
her cargo is destined for Breaux Bridge.
Mr.. Henry MOlaisOn. whose several
college friends in this town. will, we are
sure be pleased to learn that he is now
the river reporter of the New Orleans
Daily Chronicle. Until taking charge Of
his new position, he was second clerk OF
the Str. Warren. plying in the OpelOusas
trade.
In conversation with one Of our mer-
chants, the other day, he expressed the
belief, that why, and the wherefore Of
our trade depression was found in the
fact that the town is surrounded by cOun-
try stores. Hecounted fourteen. And
said that the trade which formerly came
here is being done at those places. Some
truth in this.
The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1886-05-01
A w orthy Move.

We understand that project is on
foot to ask the town council to make a
special appropriation for the fire depart
ment of this town. And should this be
for some cause, unfeasible, then the re-
quest will be made, for the council to
formulate an appeal to the taxpayers.
whereby they will be placed in a posi-
tion to express their views in regard to
the levying of special tax, yearly, for
the object above mentioned. We have
now three companies. and, we think, it is
rather too heavy an expense on the indi-
vidual members thereof, and wrong, to
expect them, out of their private funds
to provide for the necessary equipments.
While the members, or companies, have
asked no help, it is none the less but just
that the property owners should willing
ly contribute, or be taxed a mite towards
keeping the engines and appurtenances
in good working order. We advance an
opinion held by many in saying that
with a thorough. well-organized and
well-equiped department, insurance
would be greatly lessened, and the money
so saved would be quite sum. There
fore, we trust those who have this mat
ter in hand. will hasten to feel the pub
lie pulse, and be successful in their en-
deavOrs.
The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1886-05-01
THE MESSENGER.
The M. B. A. Entertainment.

Sunday the theatrical performance
given by the Mutual Benevolent AssOcia-
ton, of this town, despite the inclemency
of the weather drew a fair audience i'm
Duchamp's Hall, and we are told the re-
suit in financial view proved satisfac-
tory. The play performed was one act
comedy written by our tOwnsman, Felix
VOORHEES, ESQ. for the occasion, and we
must say that its success was so great
as even to OvertOp the highest expecta-
tiOns of our friend the author. From
the raising of the curtain to the end of
the play, the audience was kept i'm up
rOariOus merriment, and its appreciation
was expressed ty frequent applause and
quantities of bouquets were thrown on
the stage.
The play is entitled, L'hOtel du Lapin
Etripe,"-it is well written, well planned
and full of apt repartees and unexpec-
ted situations. In the cast was the au-
thor, whO as matter of course. rendered
his part admirably. Albert. in the cha
racter of Mrs. Bequette. Charley as ......
Dan, as Coco Labraise, and Edward, as
Cesaire, his friend, all four sons of the
author sustained their respective parts
spiendldiy, as was attested by the dea f.
ening applause with which they were
greeted. Mr.. Vavasseur MOutOn and Mr..
Alfred Hitter. as the travelling clerks,
were exceedingly amusing, and the cha
racters well played. Mr.. B. Pene, as
the cook. and Mr.. Alfred de Laureal, as
"L'homme presse," and Mr.. Lionel Gueri-
Mere, as the waiter, also deserve special
praise for their acting as it was as per-
feet as amateurs can reach. All told it
was big success. The Messenger warm
ly cOngratulates Mr.. VOORHEES,. on his
success. which by the way, is not his
first in that line, and we dare say that
every one present entertain ed the same
feeling.
The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1886-05-01
Local Lights.

The parish hotel has only one inmate.
The District Court has been in ses-
sion this week.
Died Saturday April Gath. Jimmy Re-
gis aged % years.
We have sort of and idea that shin
gle mill here would pay.
Ice cream. Sherbet, Soda water and
Cakes at Hebert's ladies parlOr.
They are talking Of organizing
Knights of Honor Lodge here.
The rains of last Tuesday caused the
Teche to rise considerably. 1t is now
bankful.
Always remember when you want to
buy the best to consult our advertising
columns.
Mr.. Desire BOucvalt has opened a
barber shop, in the rear Of Mr.. G. Four
nets coffee house.
Married at New Orleans, Thursday
April 29th. Louis L. Baker Of this town
to Miss Maggie Lewis Of New Orleans.
A colOred denizen was arrested and
brought before Judge r. DeBlanc, last
Tuesday accused Of stealing meat &c
from another gent. Of dusky hue, on the
Bancker place. little 13 year old black
chip was the main witness. little in.
terrogation elected this information
the boy said that he (the bOy) had stolen
the things at the instigation of the accu
sed, being promised two dollars for &c
doing. The accused denied all knOwl
edge of the theft. Both bound over t.
appear before the District Court.
The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1886-05-01
MAY.

Contributed.
Hail. bounteous May that dost in
splre
Mirth and youth and fond desire
Woods and grooves are of thy dream
ing:
Hill and dale both boast thy bless
ing"
Selected.
"The custom Of observing May day, or
the first of May, with floral and festive
ceremonies, is older than the Middle
Ages. and is probably the lineal des-
cendant Roman FlOralia, or festival
in honor of Flora, celebrated from April
% to May End.
"In England, the custom of going out
a-Maying is mentioned in Chancer and
Shakespeare. Before sunrise young peo-
pie went to the groves to gather flowers
and branches of foliage to adOrn the
village May-pole. around which the dan
cling was kept up. A queen of the May
the most beautiful in the village was
elected for crOwning.
IF this pretty custom ever was in vO-
que here, it must have fallen in "inno-
cuous desuetude," for our recollection
extends not to its remembrance"
However, its observance is on the ia.
pis, for tomorrow, when, should the in
tentiOns of the projectors be carried out
it will be novelty in our midst.