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The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-03-17
Perennial ana soc,etv.

Mrs ZereIda Wallace and granddaughter, Miss
Zelia Leathers have gone to Pitisburg.
Mr. r B. F. Peirce was called to New York
yesterday by the illness of Mrs. Peirce.
Mrs. Henry L. Smith and children have re-
turned from o seven weeks visit TO relatives in
Nobesville.
Miss Addie Carter will give company, on
Wednesday evening, to celebrate her birthday
anniversary.
Miss Jessie Hughes aud Miss Daisy CASTOR
have returned from a visit of ten weeks TO Mrs.
Robert Miller. at Canton, 0.
Mr. and Mrs. john Stephenson entertained q
few friends, on Wednesday evening. at progress
sive euchre, at their homo on North Meridian
street
Hon Stanton j. Pee1le was in Springfield.
H., on business, and while there inter-
viewed on the political situation by the Illinois
State Journal
has announced himself as candidate for SUI
preme Judge from the First judicial district.
He Is lawyer of very fine attainments
On the 1st of next month Joseph Tanning,
as clerk of the Board of County Commissioners.
With the departure of Mr.. Clinton all the Re-
publican clerks in the auditors Office are out
Cards have been issued to friends here by
Mrs. Mary Ga Clark for the marriage of her
daughter Mary to Mr.. Harry L. Gordon, of
Wichita, Kan at the Methodist Church South,
Mavsville. KY, Wednesday evening. the
2Stn.s
Miss Lavalette Davidson gave dancing
party, last evening at the Davidson homestead.
on East Market street. the parlors were taste
fully decorated with cut flowers and greens,
and. the music inspiring. The guests en-
Joyed the evening exceedingly, and departed for
home at late hour
SMr. and Mrs. Louis Gray gave a small card
party Thursday evening to celebrate the
birthday anniversary of the former. The floral
embellishment elaborate and very beauti-
fHl. and the host remembered with some
very handsome gifts, among them being silver
cigar Case, complete
In accordance with the desire of the hosnital
board of the Council, DIR. Oliver. experimenting
of the City Hospital, will go to New York to-day
to make thorough inspection of the hospitals
there in order that he may he better qualified to
recommend improvements contemplated here.
It is the intention of tbs board to establish
ambulance system, and add other improvements
as fast so the finances of the city will permit
The members of the Woman's Club enjoyed
one of the most interesting and delightful met
ings of the season, yesterday afternoon. THE
Effect of the Thirty-years War intellectual
Life in Germany" was read by Mrs. G. G. Fos-
ter tsWa1lenstein in Literature" was reviewed
by Miss Ritzinger. and the conversation
"The Social Effects of War, was led by Mrs
John A. Holman. The thoughts and talks
unusually good, and every one was enthusiastic
about both.
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A CHINAMAN'S DILEMMA.
A Law That Stands BefEeen.IIis Liberty and
Fortune of $40. 900 in China.

All Sue. the leader Of the Chinese population
of Indianapolis, thinks his countrgmen in
America are not treated they should be-
Nine years ago he left his home in the province
of Canton and came TO New York. Two years
ago he came to this city, and has since operated
the laundry at No. Ga East Washington street
He left in China father and brother, VINO
were quite wealthy. Soon after his departure
bis father died, and the estate passed into the
management Of the brother. A few weeks ago
the brother died, and An Sue becomes the only
heir TO the estate. valued at about 500 000 he
says AS he lett bis native country without per-
mission, he will be imprisoned when be returns
III he lis not az American citizen.
Yesterday he applied 90 Judge Howe 70 be natur-
allied, but his application refused, ms Under
the national enactment of 1881 no ChiHaman
become a citizen. lt was the Intention OF All
Sue to return to this country he got
possession Of his inheritance. but since the
fusal 70 naturalize him, he is undecided whether
DO will run the risk of going back after ME leg
ncy. or be ccntented with the small sized fortune
he hes accumulated here. He speaks English
huenty. aud says il is mis- desire TO become
genuine American citizen.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-03-17
BEFORE THE COURTS.

Anxiety 80 Know the Grand Jary's Action Re-
Iating the Recent Pfsze- Fight.
There were many visitors at the Criminal
Court room yesterday, anxious to find out who
were indicted by the grand jury, but they found
The court officials dumb on the subject. Among
others who were after information were quite
number Of persons who had r1ade themselves
lia@s 70 prosecution by attending the Treator-
Gayior prze-fght. 1t is known that in
dictments were returned il the case, but no war
rants were sent yesterday. Il is very
liably stated that only the principals were in
d1eted. but there is also runior that bill
was returned against John Morgan. who
oficiated as referee. There are still reports
being circulated to the effect that some indict-
m-nts wers returned in the tally-sneet cases
out there seems to be foundation for the re
port The warrants will all b. issued to day,
and then those who indicted will find it out.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-03-17
NEW ENTERPRISES INCORPORATED.
Additional Evidence of the Growing Activity
in Business in Indiana.

The Rockport Boouville & Princeton Rail-
road Company yesterday fled papers for in
corporation with the Secretary OF State. TIE
capital stock to be $3.50, 900. and $4,000 is
already subscribed The directors OF the COM
pany are John g. Eieenmann. Thos. P. Hardy,
Chas. Lieb, Elias e. Wesseer, Joseph s VIM.
Thos E Snyder Lew G. Lansbsry. Sidney w.
Stockney and Hiram NJ Logsdon. The length
of the new road is about fifty miles.
The Kokomo Wood Pulp Company also fled
articles of incorporation Their capital stock is
$780, 600, and the members of the board Of direc t.
ors are G. L. Wood, a H. Smith aud George P.
Wood.
Articles of buildinC loan and savings associa-
tions at Rensselaer,, Hammond and New Ross
were fled The capital stock of the first two
soria.tons is to be $500 600 each, and of that at
New Ross $50, 900.
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TrinI or the y,aducs Suits.

An effort Is being made &c obtain speedy
trial of the suits brought against the city by
property holders who claim additional damages
on account of the proposed building of the
Meridian street viaduct. The city is particularly
anxious to have the suits disposed of. 1t seems
certain that the Union RAILWAY Company will
not build the viaduct until the litigation is
cluded City Attorney Taylor has filed de-
murrer to the complaints pending before Judge
Taylor, holding that the Superior Courts have
jurisdiction IN the cases. and shat they should
have been appealed to the Circuit Court. Judge
Taylor has the demurrer under ad visement, and
will probably rule il to-day.
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The Court Record.

Room lion. N. Taylor. Judge.
Frances Deschler VS.. DIR. Denke Walter; on
note. Verdict for plaintiff for $206.
Room 2-Hon d. w. Howe Judge.
Conrad Bender VS.. VIM. Noble, mechanics
lien On trial by court.
Room 3-Hon Lewis @. Walker, Judge
Walter Kesler We. Oolitic Quarry Company;
for the appointment of a receiver On trial by
jury.
CRIMINAL COURT.
Hon William irwin. Judge
State va VIM. Fall aud Frederick Fifer
grand larceny. On trial by court.
State vs.. Henry Thompson: petit larceny.
Judgment on verdict and sentenced to work
house for four months.
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Indicted Prisoners Plead Not Guilty.

The Criminal Court docket has not been 50
crowded for many months as it is Over a
dozen professional thieves are awaiting trial;
Charles J. Martin, the notorious horse thief;
Jesse Roper and John Williams, for attempted
murd err, and Gus Williams, for murder. Ali
its last sitting arraigned yesterday morn
ing. and every pleaded not guilty. to
Williams. the murderer of Earden Venable.
The time of the court, yesterday, was taken I'D
in concluding the trial of William Fall and
Frederick Flfer. charged with grand larceny.
The argument was not concluded until in the
afternoon. and then Judge Irwin took the case
under advisement until this morning. The
days work concluded with passing Judgment
Henry Thompson, who was sentenced to the
work house for four months for stealing four
Ian robes
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Bits of Legal News.

Sylvester johnson has qualified as guardian OF
the minor heirs of John koehler, deceased, and
gave bond in the sum of 81. 200. He takes the
place of Florence K. Grieb, who recently re-
signed the trust
Jack Lynch and Dave Gbler. PRINCIPALS In q
prize-hght in Lynchs saloon. Wednesday
night. for the honor of being the champion of
Irish Hill," were arraigned before the Mayor
yesterday morning, but at the request Of the
police the Gaze was continued until they can
bring in all who were concerned in the fight.
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Locni News Notes.

Marriage licenses were issued yesterday 70
Robert A. Long and Mary 4. v. 0lker, Emanuel
Porter and Matte Curry.
Ell. Knippenberg while at home from Mon
taha. has arranged to erect this summer three
story block on the northwest corner Of Penn
evivania and Georgia streets. The block viii be
60x100 feet in dimensions, and be arranged Tor
one store
Building permits were issued yesterday to
Joseph Connolly for dwelling and stable. on
TO r. s. Mckee. for Mckee Il Branhams brick
business block. southwest corner of Meridian
and Georgia streets, to cost $50. 900.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-03-17
Pardon or john +. westward.

Governor Gray yesterday pardoned John T.
Woodward, the lottery agent sentenced to the
northern penitentary in May. 1885. for taking
81 200 which one of his customers drew, and
appropriating it 10 his own His seutenes
for FIVE years. and he would probably
have received q credit OF fifteen months for
good time" his sentence would have expired IL
less than year. His health Is wrecked. an
parently both in body aDd mind and h@ will be
taken to Virginia. to his relatives. The latter
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-03-17
Disnlssal Of Three Gases.

Three important pending before the
Mayor we're dismissed yesterday morning. The
one against Jerry Collins charging him with
assault and battery with intent to kill Henry
Poohler, was dismissed because the grand jury
indicted the accused for assault The
case against Morris Grenwald, charging him
with assault, dismissed for similar cause,
and Edward Moore charged with robbing Will
Overstreet, 10 Woodlawn, was discharged be-
cause there vas not sufficient evidence TO hold
him.
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BIIN n
SPECIAL BARGAINS

Is pcs 40-inch Wool Suitings, 25c;
worth 40c.
90 pcs 36-inch Pin Head Suitings,
&c; worth 15c.
% pcs 22-inch Cotton Stripes, SC;
worth Sc.
Henrietta Cloths, all colors, 4sc;
worth 65c.
Henrietta Cloths. all colors, SIC;
worth 81.
Full line of Black Cashmeres (all
woody, 38c to S1.25.
80 pcs best French Satines Choice
patterns. Soc, worth 35c.
Full line of Zephyr and French
Ginghams on sale.
80 doz Kid Gloves, 69c; worth ST..
See our Table Linen. Towels and
Napkins; Table Linen from 15c per
yard up; Towels from &c up.
Full line of Spring Jackets from
$1.75 up.
See our Lace Curtains and Muslin
Underwear.
Money saved by seeing our new
goods this week.
w. T. w LIE Y 81 GO
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-03-17
VIII or James G. Douglass.

was heintenton to probate the will of the late
James G. Douglass in accordance with the decision
of Judge Sullivan. but the matter was delayed on
account of some objections interposed by Judge
Claypool, who thinks that the decision rendered
as IL was, after the close of the term of court,
cannot be put record as having been rendered
while court was in session. The objections
however, will probably not be sustained. and
tho will will be allowed TO 60 to probate within
few DAYS
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-03-17

Instruments fled for record in the recorders Office
of Marion county Indiana, for the twentyfour
ending at P. NJ, March 16, 1888, as furnished by
Elliott 8 Butler abstracters of titles Room g. tna
Building.
John J. Moore to James Welsh, part OF s
lots 95 90. 81 and SO, in Patterson,s
Harry m Il trustee to Geo wash
ington, lots Il and Is in square
VIM. waiiace. receiver, to VIM. Berteis-A
mann Pa 80 lots OTIS ! u 10 BE. t. 17.fHas.
ways subdivision of lots II and AZ in
a. Y. F1etcher's fourth Brookside adj
Chester hester Bradford to John j. Hetzei, lots
6. 2; and 8 10 Metzgar's subdivision
of block p, in Henderson's additionito
Netta Z. Fast to Christian A. sehradsr.
part of lot IS. in Bradshaw g. Buffers
College Corner addition to Indianapolis. 100000
Mary 2. Lingenfelter ct al TO AlbertH
west half of the northwest quarter Of
section 30 township ID north. range
James George to Jane S. Forest part of
the west half of the northeast quarter of
section 1, and part of the east half OF
the northwest quarter of section i,
:, township IA north, Of range 2 east LOO
Of l9s %, in TndIsaapoiis, 100000
VIM Wallace, receiver. to Anna Wright,
addition to Iedianapolis 2o5.oo
Keith lot 5 in Kelley q Routon's
subdivision, etc, in Indianapolis $500. 100000
Jonas +. johnson to Frank II. Rupert
lot 20. in Ruddell & yintons Park
Place addition 70 Indianapolis. $4,000
Austin j. Watts to Jeremiah sutton, part
of the southeast quarter of section Is,
township II north, of range east 225.O 90
George ". Moore ct al. 70 Calvin r.
DAVIS lot 403. In Fletcher ct ais sub
division OF oudot 90 IN Indianapolis 10000
Chas L. Pearson to Chas. S. Grant. lot
Is IN square IL. in S. A. Fletcher,
1r.'s northeast addition to indianapolis. $1,000
Anna II. Hicks 70 Eilenor clark, lot 4.
dianapoIis ...---..-...--.---.---.-. 1880
Conveyances IS; consideration -.-----.sI4, 10000
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-03-17
That kwfnl Clear.

sFHowe dreadfully that cigar Smells" ex-
claimed Dobbs to a companion. "Why it's an
awful smelling thing" No no; it's not the
cigar that SMELLS" was the replv stWhat is it
then2' 5"Wny. it's your nose that smells; that's
what noses made for" Ryan, the Halter,
has an slegant line of fashionable hats.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-03-17
MINOR CITY MATTERS.
Te-Dax,a Doinrs.

CELEBRATION OF ST PATRTCK's DAY-street
parade O'Clock p n: addresses by Ex-Governor
Porter and Senator Voorhees,, Masonic Hall. $50
o'clock r. N.
MEETING OF REPUBLICAN TOWNSHIP COM
MITTEE, Criminal Court room, 7:30 o'clock P NJ
GRAND OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES, johnson s. Sla-
wins Minstrels. afternoon and evening.
THE MUsEUM--sA Cbeckered Life" afternoon
ana evening.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-03-17

New restaurant Just opened by Charlie Miles.
10 North Illinois serves meals for 20c Lod e.
ing rooms in connsction. Opposite Bates House.
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have been impCrtuning the Governor to release
him as have some OF Woodward's friends in
this city The prison officials also thought it ad-
vlsable as be not likely TO live long.
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Injured While Trying to Protect Another.
John Moriarity, living on South West street,
met with serious accident yesterday while en-
gaEed with other men in repairing the T. & st.
T. railroad bridge oyer Little Eagle creek. west
pt the city. He thought derrick about To
tail On a telow-laborer. and 10 cot a guy
rope. Instead the derrick fell on him. breaking
hia leR and lnhcssnR other injuries He was re-
moved 70 the Gify Hospital ~ Kregelo.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-03-17

CENTRAL location-hest care given boarding
horses by Horace F. Wood. % Circle street.
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IF you want to buy. sell exchange you
property. read Vinnedgev Sheridan Il Co.'S ad
They are full of business and reliable
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-03-17

HARRISON & ABRAMS. city bill posters Bill
boards in all prominent parts of the city Of
fce Journal Building. Good white paste for
sale.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-03-17

= Spring Style Hats.
All styles. at lowest prices. 'sSeaton's Hat
Store" % North Pennsylvania street
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Have

Your bill posting and distributing done by Har-
bison Abrams, the city bill posters. Office
Journal Building. Good white paste for SALE
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A Little Early Yet,

Little Early Yet,
But thought we wonld call your attention to the
New Perfection Refrigerator, of which out
sold every other make in this city last season.
q good deal. Don't buy until you have our
assortment of over TWENTY-FIVE different pat
terms HILDEBRAND & FUGATE.
81 South Meridian street.
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Real Eatate Transfers.

Instruments fled for record in the recorders Office
of Marion county Indiana for the twensyfour hours
ending at P. NJ. March 6, 1888. as furnished by
Elliott & Butler abstracters OF titles Room g. Etna
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A FULL Inc d bookcases It VIM. =. Elders
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oonveyanee. IS. eonsidsration. So. 4o2 o
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Don't Buy Until Yon See
The sAiaska" Hardwood Refrigeraters: antique
finish produces better results with less ice than
any other. Also have full line m & D. :" wrought
steel Ranges Call and send for circular.
WM FL. BENNETT & SoN. 80 s. Meridian Sc.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-03-17

Strictly First-Olass.
We have more styles than any other house in
the city. and employ none but the very best cut
tiers. who stake their regulations on their gar
ments. Our tailors strictly first-class. and
our work Is our best recommendation.
KAHN q Co.. Popular Tailors.
IA Washington street
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-01-07
Saturday. January 2, 1888,
OEEIC/4L DIRECTORY.
STATE OFFICERS.


G"yeTnor: S ID. Mcrnery, of Onacli;a.
Lieut. Gov. Clay Nntitck. Of Lafourcin.
!.rc as State. O.rar Arroyo, Of Plsgnrn.ncs.
Aoj Fah Acct, o L. Steele of Unon.
sr,tc Trea-'.gcr T.. A. Burke OF Orleans.
Any Gen y. j. Cunningham Of Na,c!l,oches.
SEpt ~ prD iii W. Easion, OF OrIcaus.
UNITED STATES SENATOR'S.
RI Gibson Of Orleans J.BEus,is OF Orleans
JUDGES OF TIE SUPREME CoUIT.
{ hcif Jreire Et.w Rermndez, Of Orleans.
Associate T.. y. Poche, Of ST James.
G.. T. Fenner Of ORLEANS.
II. B. Todd If Mor.hou-c.
d. B. Watkins Red River.
CIRCUIT CT. OF APPEALS IND T.
A. A. Gnnby, of Ouacbira,
T. L. Clinton Of ST HELENA.
CONGRESSMAN 9Th District.
&. Newton Of Morehouse.
DIsTHIcT JUDGE 27th Jud District.
E.P. Williams Of Richland.
=. II. Tolcr Dist Any
PARISH OFFICERS.
e. e,x Of Court Jno. S. Snnuerlin.
S ,rih Lem Scot. Assessor Geo. {. Purvis
p.n,er Wiley 2. Vaughan.
punish Treasurer, J W. Simms.
J.. scott Returning Officer.
POLICE JUEoRs.
President. c. =. Balicnr; Mcnbers, S. Ster
D. o. Edwards, n. +. Vrk-r-, Vim. A
Bnn.hlon, e.. A. Macs, J. J.. Stokes.
Clerk of the Police Jury, Jno. +. Loveless.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-01-07
White Primaries.

Prc.inns TO the last meeting of the exe>
r,,i,e committee the Clarion urged that
Deu,rra,,c holy to order white primaries.
BIZ, the writer having talked to a majority Of
lis n.smbers concluded that it was waste OF
VOID, To appeal to them to then draw the
line Of de,narkaiion, as far as Democratic
untiinaiinns were concerned. However,
SINCE Warehouse has decided upon the Gus
hcrna,o'i al question, we are satisfied that the
ma ,rliy of the executive commlttee now
<, ow too plainly the disadvantages and even
the impurities which must necessarily exist
il the Democracy Of our parish so long as the
's!avish black" is entitled TO q number in our
party midst Naturally the negro is Of Radi>
ral persuasion and no one will, We think,
iare to deny tina, when he participates and
engages in Democratic assenb'ages II is
caused through intimation or his Ignorant
nature falls dupe to the politicians deceP~
ton. He anwiiingly, and Of course without
Interested motives, bows TO Democratic ALI
ance in submission.
Some would argue, who have more OF
political purpose than patriotism, than we
would be doing the negro terrible and dis
,ressing injustice by calling upon him to vote
with us AT the general election and prohibits
ing his participation in Democratic primaries.
Perhaps such arguments would be Significant
if the negro showed any pride or took any
interest whatever in the party ascenGency.
But he does NOT; and wheneusr he does, suf
flee us TO repeat, coercive measures are re-
sorted to or morey influences are brought IN
bear. These Influence, whether b. bribery
or coercion, makes him facter in our party.
lie holds III, balOnce Of poaef between
Democratic competitors. His corruption
niakcs bin the Object sought afer by the
politician, who regards not the rights and
happiness Of people but grasps readily hold
OF any means by wbci lie can further lis
own selfish canse. The negro :hen amaunts
merely to a bone of contention and rises up
in cur Democratic assemDlases to claim a
voice, which bespeaks discussions and we
helieve will finally prove TO lie the means OF
party disruption. We consci-ntiouslv believe
that it is all poppy cock" for any one to talk
about the ncgroes not voting with US at the
general election should we cast him ont OF
our party. Uncle Sambo has never and will
never. we think, as far as that is concerned,
riiiingly vote with us But we believe in
white men only selecting their choice to ill
the Offices of the lana and then, il it is
Necessary, tell Uno'c SanbO that lie mas go'
to go with us, (once instead Of twice. and help
us TO elect our candidates. We can certainly
d. WILTON, his aid in Democratic primaries
and il We can do so, would 1t NOT be better
and would j, not be Preferable to him? We
think SO, and therefore Ne appeal 10 the exe'
cntive committee that when it next convene:
TO give the negro question thorough consid
Grafton, and the resu, will he white prima.
ries 10 nominate our Parochial candidates
Tne party would then be more harmoniou.
and its principles of elections much purified
-Morchouse Clarion.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-01-07
PERSONAL MENTION.

Hon. II. +. Vickcrs was in town
Friday.
Mrs. Fannie Bledsoe and Miss
Bledsoe came in from Gibsland last
week.
We met on the train a Mr..
Mercer, brother to the one on NJ.
OWNS place, moving to this parish.
Plenty room for more.
7. NJ. Gwin was in town on
Thursday.
Mrs. NJ. Gwin was in Rayville on
Thursday on he, way to Minden.
r. L. Binion was in town on
Monday last.
Judge Hoyt, Capt. Wells and
several others were here at the
meeting Of the levee board last week.
From the proceedings it will be seen
that the acreage tax is reduced to ~
cent snstcad of two cents.
Mr.. Hodge, from Union parish
was over this week looking after
some land he owns here.
D. r. Mcintosh was in Rayville
on Wednesday.