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Evening journal., 1888-07-12
Wilmfnrton Hnrhor.

Repairs are being made to Bush's
wharf to-day.
The schooner Thomas J. Clayton
came up TO Moore's shipyard last
night.
The steam barge s. ]. Fleming Of
Quinton, n. j., is at Moore's shipyards
for repairs.
The monitor Amphitrite, launched
several years ago by The Harlan and
Holliugsworth Company, has been
removed 70 the lower wharf, where the
machinery will be completed previous
to giving the engines dock trial,
Evening journal., 1888-07-12
ne FeIitn me River.

James Il. Morgan almost lost his little
son yesterday. Mr.. Morgan was fishing al
Delaware City. while the little boy was
playing on the wharf. Suddenly the
former heard a splash. and looking around
saw his son in the river. He was ilshed out
with much difficulty. Mr.. Morgan says
the boy's fishing days are over, for a time
at least.
Evening journal., 1888-07-12
A sIIghtR RIre.

An alarm Of fre was struck from box Al,
near the Market st. bridge, about ~ l5
O'Clock today. The fire departments turned
out With its characteristic promptness and
found lime bin at the jackson Lime and
Coal Co.'s yard on fire from Stacking lime.
A plug stream was turned on and the fire
extinguished. The damage is slight.
Evening journal., 1888-07-12
The summary
LKAGUE.
ASSOCIATION
Locnl anortinr News.

The Quicksteps went 70 Seaford to-day
on the 80 train. They intend to paralyzs
the Seaford boys.
The next league game will be played on
Saturday in this city at the Union street
grounds between the Wilmington aud
Americus teams.
There will be an important meeting Of
the Wilmington Wheel Club ct their
rooms this evening. All the members are
requested TO be present
Evening journal., 1888-07-12
LaIIy,s sale.

Two more desirable houses for persons
in moderate circumstances could hardly be
offered than those to be sold by Thomas r.
Laliy at 5 O'Clock p. m. on Saturday next
They are located at Sls Orange st. and 7o7
Poplar st.
Evening journal., 1888-07-12
DIED.

NoRNy.- On July Q, 1883, EIlwood R. Norny,
aged "a years.
Relative ves and friends Of family are respect-
fully invited 10 attend funeral services at his
late residence, near Odeess, Del on Thursday,
Jolly 12 at D m. lnferment at Laurel Hill
Cemetery, Philadelphia. Friday, at2p. m.
SNYDER. .-on July 10, in this city, Thomas
J. Snyder.
Evening journal., 1888-07-12
cut Prices.

L. Heiss, Merchant Tailor, No.
East 3D. St.. viii clear out the balance
of his Spring and Summer pants and
suitings at COST PRICE.
Evening journal., 1888-07-12

Parker q Stanley. harness. trunks, eraz
slliaE bags and all kinds Of horse equip
m@nkA= knsern<za@ E@xs=== wc<ks, 9 W
Cxx. ID and Orange ssa.
Evening journal., 1888-07-12

The Pleasant Valley Wins Com
pany's champagns 10 undoubtedly the
best American wine in this market,
P. Piunkett q Co.. zo8 and l10 Market
It.
Evening journal., 1888-07-12
WILMINGTON Clearfnr Hou.e.

The exchanges OF the Wilmington banks
at the Clearing House to-day we're
sl27, 192 u and the balances s27. .565.75.
Evening journal., 1888-07-12
MARRIED.

ELREs-wALL.-stA Asburv NJ e. parson-
age. on July ~, by the vi Bryan Charles
II Elmes and Mary e Wall, both OK .hls ci y.
RINNER-SCOTT.-O July 10 at Asbury N.
=. par onaxe, by the R.v J f Bryan, Frank
Minner and Annie Hcott, both Of this ely
Evening journal., 1888-07-12

The beat -four IN The. city l. called Z.
& g. sold by Nichols. Ooh cad King.
Evening journal., 1888-07-12

We have concluded to give
our customers, for the month
of July, Carpets, Mattings,
Oil cloths and Curtains at
the following prices The
reasons for SO doing are our
own:
Per yard.
Be 1o-wire Tapestry Brussels, three
standard makes, reduced from Si0O te 80
Tspestry Carpets reduced from .05 70 40
Tapestry Carpets reduced from ~ 10 so
apestry Carpets reduced FROM .s5 10 90
Tapestry Carpets reduced from 80 TO 6s
Best Body Brussels reduced from 125 to 110
Good Body Brussels reduced frsm 10 to .7s
Three-ply Ingrains reduced from 100 to .9p
Extra Super Ingrains reduced from rs to so
Extra Super Ingrains reduced from 80 to 4s
Rag Carpets reduced from 50 to 30
Rag Carpets reduced from 40 20 3e
Best Grade on Cloth reduced from 80 to .4e
NJ dlun Grade on Cloth reduced frsm 40 to so
Cheaper Grade Oh Cloth reduced frozn 80 70 %
Stair Oil Cloth reduced from .1s 70 .0S
Stair Oil Cloth reduced from .1e 70 .Os
Best Coco Matting reduced from .9s TO 80
Straw MattinRs reduced 10 and fBc on the yard.
Parisian Curtains, per pair, TO
duced from sla0o 70 $500
Parisian Curtains, per pair, re-
duced from 1900 to roo
Parisian Curtains, per pair, 10
ouced from 200 30 AGO
Lsce Curtains, per pair, reduced
from 400 30 is0
Spring Roner Curtains, per pair,
reduced from eco to 100
Art Squares, all wool, reduced
from f8Oa 30 geo
Art Squares, all wool, reduced
from geo to 500
from 4SOtO 500
Smyrna Rugs, seInch, reduced
from 2Q8 30 $50
Smyrna Rugs, single door. re-
duced from 1000 rs
ottomans 75c per pair.
This is a bona fide sale and
the above prices are guaran-
teed.
Evening journal., 1888-07-12

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The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1888-06-09
Attention X. X. l..

For SprainS bruises, rheumatism, cuts
cramps, Inflammation swelling, burns
etc., ili man, and splint, ringbOne, wind
gall, epizOotic. scratches ETC.. in horses
Rangum Root Liniment is a sure cure
The king of Liniments" is the univer
sal verdict. Never fails to cure any all
ment that can be reached by an external
medical application. 80 cents per bottle
For sale by all druggists.
Mr.. Louis j. Voorhies. our active
young District Attorney has entered up
on the discharge of the duties of his Of
flee, and is busily preparing to make il
pretty lively for the offenders of the law,
at the next term of court.
His predecessor, Hon. G. III. Mouton.
an experienced and talented lawyer. will
devote his entire time to his large and in
creasing practice.
The contract for the Corporation cart
was sold to Alfred Jean Baptiste. he be-
ing the lowest bidder. for the sum and
consideration of two hundred dollars.
The contract for the printing of the
proceedings Of the Town Council was
also offered, but Il, the editors of this pa
per and the Reveillc who had agreed to
contract for same jointly, had entirely
forgotten all about the sale of this con-
tract. were not present and of course. no
bid was made. We will either contract
with the council in open session or charge
the legal rates for the publication of its
proceedings.
Mr.. Gabriel Gardemal. our new She
riff, qualified Monday and entered upon
the discharge of his duties the following
day.
Sheriff T. l.. BrOussard. and his chief
deputy, Mr.. \. V. Fleming. were efficient
and conscientious officers. and the pre-
sene financial condition of the affairs of
this parish. is due to the faithful and
wise administration of the above named
officers, and the taxpayers and the peo-
pie in general. owe them debt of sim
cerc gratitude.
Mr.. Gardemal the incoming officer. is
a young man of energy. pluck and in
telligcnce. born and bred in this town.
has the qualifications to make Il first class
officer. and will, we dare say, discharge
the responsible duties of his office, with |
honor to himself and to the parish of
Il. Mar,ir.
The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1888-06-09
Local Lights.

The Belle of Anderson Whiskey is the
best, Audibert keeps it.
The white wash boom is over.
Miss May Dell Irwin of Lafayette is
spending few days i'm town.
Mr.. Charles Guirard has been nomlna-
ted Mayor of this town.
The proceedings of the Town Council
appear in this issue.
Delightful weather this week and the
crops are growing splendidly.
The saw-mill of Messrs. Gueriniert
Bros. commenced operations Monday.
B. Audibert is in love with the Belle
of Anderson.
Mr.. 4. V. Fournet. who succeeds HIM
self in the office of Clerk of Court. and
all the ward officers have qualified this
week.
DIR. Rudolph Mayer of Opelousas and
Messrs. Leopold Simon, l.. Bayhi. II. Z.
Logan of New Orleans were i'll town
this week.
The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1888-06-09
Now is the Time.

To use Hodges Sarsrparilla with lodi
de of Potash. the great purifier for the
blood, A certain cure for rheumatism
scrOfulous affections, and all diseases pc
culiar to females. RenOvates and invigO-
rates the system. Physicians recon-
mend it. Take no other. Rangum Root
Mndicine Co., Manufacturers, Nash
vile, Tenn. $l.0O per bottle. Sold by
all druggists.
Tomorrow night will take place a
grand entertainment for the benefit of
Father Jams monument. The Brass
Band of the Literary and Gymnastic
Club, and the famous String Band of
Breaux Bridge will furnish the music for
the occasion.
Mr.. and Mrs. Benjamin Durand had
the misfortune to lose on Sunday morn
ing last, at two o'clock. their bright and
lovely little girl, aged l3 mOEths and
10 days. Let the parents console them
selves fol their little departed one is now
one of the golden flowers of the King
dom of eternal bliss.
The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1888-06-09
E. p. O.

Don't waste time and money and un-
dergO needless torture with the knife
when Ethiopian Pile Ointment will af,
ford instant relief and certain cure in
every case of blind, bleeding, itching, in
ternal and external piles. Rangum
Root Medicine Co., Manufacturers, Nash
vile. Tenn. 80 cents and 81 per bottle.
Sold by all druggists.
Mr.. Henry Walters, the florist, presen-
ted us Tuesday evening, beautiful
flower of '.cereus cOlubrenius torch cac-
tus," night blooming. Mr.. Walters has
large variety of those beautiful and
rare flowers.
Mr.. John j. Burdin has just establish
ed a lumber yard i'm this town, on the
east bank of the bayou, and can furnish
any quantity of pieux. posts, boards and
shingles at very moderate prices for
cash.
Mr.. Armand Delavallade, of the firm
of LatOur & Co, spent some days in
town this week, the guest of Mr.. F. Rous-
seau. The firm of Latour 4 Co. sue
ceeds Mr.. p. G. Gilbert, in the commits
sioR business. See their card in another
column.
The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1888-06-09
"A Stab in the Dark

Sometimes fails OF its murderOUs in
tent. The insidious and dasIardly at
tacks made upon the reputation Of Hos
letters Stomach Bitlers by persons who
seek to palm off cheap and fiery tonics
as identical with il, 0T''She same thing
under another ramc, Or equally as good,
i'll most instances react disastr0usly up
on the unprincipied traders upon pOpu-
lar credulity who attempt them, cOnve T.
ting their sprcUIati0ns into rrinous
failures. The Bitters is pure. whole
some and thorough medicine, adapted to
the to al cure and prevention of fever
and ague, bilious remittent, dyspepsia,
constipation, debility, nervousness and
kidney troubles. Its every ingredient,
unlike those in the limitations of il, is of
an ascertained standard of excellence.
and while they, by reason of their fiery
properties, react injuriGusly upon the
brain and nervous system, of both those
organs it is a sedative ard inyigOrant.
Refuse all these harmful limitations.
<~@~~.>.-z&>~
Oar capacity for affection is not to be
valued too lightly, and genuine love is an
article Of which there should be gener-
OUs supply in every well ordered house
hold; but the harsh, cold, unsympathetic
world is likely to do some giggling when
bride of month stands to the head of
second flight of stairs and calls down
10 her husband, who is in the hail below.
walter dear"'
'Yes, darling?"
You gone yet, lOve%
"No, pet"
Are you in hurry, sweetest?"
A little, precious"
Gould You come back here just for a
moment, darling?"
what for, loyey:'
"Oh, come and see darling"
I'm late nov" little grille"
"Only, for moment, dearest"
"Can'tyOu tell me where am, pet 2"
NO, sweetheart"
"All right, love; Pm coming"
''yOu dear old boy :"
you darling :"
This is bad case but. ten. to one. they'll
get over 1t Ill time.-Osyka Two States.
The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1888-06-09
I. |. N. G..

Don't suffer any longer, but use Tan.
ners lnfallible Neuralgia Cure, the only
infallible cure on earth for all forms oi
neuralgia and nervous headache. Ran.
gum Root Medicine Co., Manufacturers
Nashville, Tenn. 80 cents PR boz. Sold
10y all druggists.
Sheriff Cab. Gar,lemal appointed as
his Deputies, Judge J. o. Halphen and
MIR. william BOucvalt, and Mr.. Ado.phe
Bienvenu as Jailor.
We would suggest that the committee
in charge Of the erection of the statue of
Father Jan meet at an early date to see
about the pedestal.
Mrs. Paul Renaud of New Orleans and
Mrs. Jules Petetin of Grand Coteau are
spending a few days in town, visiting
friends and relatives.
The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1888-06-09
School Board.
Regular Monthly Meeting held on the
4th. day of June 1888.

isS Suioi -hohthiy 4hCctiuS Htiu Ou Tie
4th. day of June 1888.
Meeting was called TO order at IL M
Were present DIR. f. NJ. Thomas, Chs. Cute
kunst, l.. G. Gauthier, A. A. Dupre and Robert
Martin; absent j. L. Mouton and Dr. H. p Gull
beau.
On motion duly seconded J.. c. Gauthier was
chosen president pro TEN, the president being
absent.
On motion it was resolved that all the schools
where monthly reports fail to show, the required
average daily attendance of 2I scholars be and
are hereby ordered closed at the end of the
scholar month. Ii is ordered that the Secretary
give due notice OF these resolutions as may fail
to show the average attendance required. Here
after no schools shall be kept open without the
required daily average attendance
The motion of A. A. Dupre to pay Mr. n. Thi-
botleaux rent for building used as the school
house in 18th. ward was postponed until next
meeting to he held July 2nd 1888. with the re-
quest that Mr.. Thibodeaux attend said meeting
of the Board. On further motion it was resol.
we'd that Messrs. Gutekunst of the 2nd. ward and
a. Dupre, of 5th. ward make inquiries in theiI
respective wards for the location of permanent
schooihouses with the view of building same
and that they have made without cost to tn
Board specifications for school buildings with
capacity for the accommodation of 40 scholars.
On motion the meeting adjourned.
+. VI. Thomas, Sec'ty
The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1888-06-09
Town Talk Says.

That Is too stupid?
That town talk is ridiculous.
That she had three visits Sunday.
That the girls say what nice dude.
That he now takes an air of impor-
tance.
That ''tOwn talk is slander, o. gra-
cious, what vision?
That she is i'm full luck, and controls
the tender affection of two widowers.
That the Iberia boy was again on hand
Sunday. Did you see him?
That an evening ride through the pine
alley is indeed pOetical.
That we shall have the pleasure to ad-
mire Miss ID. ii. on the stage Tomorrow.
That two of the disciples of Esculapius
are seriously exploring the matrimonial
market.
That the horns of celebration will an
nounce shortly that somebody has found
jewell.
That town talk is for the amusement
of the young people. DO you under
stand?
That it is wonderful to see the effect
of love and disappointment on ones
mind. We had an Illustration.
That he will soon be riding on Il by
cicle. we shall keep record of the
"downs" and the bumps
That the entertainment Tomorrow
will be grand affair. do not fail to at
tend, and take your girl.
That the knights of Justice, Lumber
and Agriculture succeeded each other
Sunday. Popularity.
That that beautiful sOngstress of La
fayette is gracing our society with her
pleasant andagreable company.
That Father Langlois says gentlemen
attending services out of church had bet
ter remain at home. Take notice.
That he went to Breaux Bridge to see
her; but on learning she had gone to
fishing party, was SO disappointed. that
we saw his gloomy face from here.
That we recommend the prescription
for the cure Of love, published in the Re
veille of last Saturday. Some of our
young folks need 1t bad.
That the widOwer delights a prone
made along the west bank of the Teche.
And greatly admires the spot where the
flowers bloom so fair.
That he is getting to be nervous since
he heard she would be back home on
the 10Th. The memories of that oak
tree are still verdant in his heart.
That the town will be made lively
this summer by visitors. at which time
it is predicted that the Mikado Club will
awake from its slumber, and spend those
$50 it has in the treasury.
When your girl goes back on you call
for the Belle of Anderson, at B. Audi
bert.
The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1888-06-09
Notice.

In conformity with resolution of the Police
Jury passed at the meeting held this day, will
offer for sale to the lowest bidder on the spotson
Saturday June 18th. 1888 at u o'clock NJ.
The contract for rebuilding bridge over Sproule's
canal in the First ward of the Parish according
to plan and specifications in my possession,
Work to be accepted by the Police Juror Of ths
Ward when executed f. Perard,
Prest Police Jury.
The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1888-06-09
Cleveland Nominated.

President Grover Cleveland was una
nimously elected for second term by
the convention at st. Louis, Wednesday.
Thurman will most probably be tho
choice for the e-Presidency.
The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1888-06-09

The Supreme Court of Missouri has
fixed Friday July 18th for the hanging
of Hugh M. Brooks, alias Maxwell, for
the chloroform murder of Arthur A. Prel-
ler, at the Southern Hotel St. Louis.
The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1888-06-09

Transient advertisements, - cents per
.nch for first insertion; 30 cents for each
subsequent insertion.
Official or legal advertisements, 81 per
IL inch for first insertions; and 80 cents for
each subsequent insertion.
Brief communications upon subjects
of public interest solicited. No attention
will be given to anonymous letters.
The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1888-06-09

Who Wishes a Bargain?
strong and substantial peddling
Hack, two Horses and the entire outfit
for sale. Address mt this office for fur
ther lnf0Tmaiions. dee 3
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-01-01
Fashions Fancles.

Special to the lndianapolis Journal.
NEW YORK, Dec. 31.-.The flower customs Of
the winter are prettier because simpler than
those of past years. A single pink rose or . bis
white rose pinned high On the corsage takes
the place on all ceremonious occasions of the i'm
mense flower gardens that have dishgured
womens dress. A half dozen sprays Of lilies OF
the valley, or bunch of white violeta or spray
of white orchids much floral adorning as
good taste or the best custom allows
The big spraw1ine chirography or the girl ct
the period has had it's natural result in big,
sprawling paper. The latest in fashionable
stationery is sheet some three or four lbciteS
wide and from twelve TO eighteen inches ii
length. according to the taste OF the writer n
loops and curves. This awkward club-lika
sheet requires revolution in writing desks to
accommodate it. 1t has satirical inscription
in gilt letters at the top. "Just few worGs."
and for its very oddity and outre character is for
the minute all the rage.
gradually to the tightly buttoned wrist.
The glove of the winter is a Suede kid in any
one Of the tan shades, ranging from the bright
hue of Guinea gold to the dull brown OF faded
leaves. It is usually embroidered on the back,
each branch from quarter to third of an inch
in width. Novelties in gloves-uudesirable,
odious but fashionable novelties-combine the
with tailor gown having, for instance.
contrasting fourchettes in lavender. white or
gold according to the relief color iISthe braid
ing on the gown. Gloves of neutral colors, gray,
stone and old buff, rank next to the tans and to.
black gloves for dress wear.
tinues to be worn well forward on the top of the
head and quite wide. The bang If allowed. il
very short, and small curls on the temples are
preferred E. p. HEAroN-
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-01-01
Preferred His steak Dead.


The story is going the rounds of cowboy Of
the Wild West show, who went into q London
restaurant and ordered a steak, which was
brought to him exceedingly rare. He looked at
away at the meat OF course there was =
panic, and the police came about the time the
revolver had been emptied. What on earth
prietor. ssWhat do Imean, pardr answered thA
cowboy. Why pointing to the almost raw
steak. IT wanted to kill the---thing.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-01-01

ALL persons afflicted with dyspepsia, diar-
rhcea, collie aud all kinds of ndiRestions will find
immediate relief and sure cure by using ANGos-
TURA BTTrERs. The only genuine Is manufact-
ured by DR.. J. G. B. Siegert g. Sons
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-01-01

TIE marks Of premature age mAy be 81
fectually obIiteratei by using BuckinFhnm'9
Dye for the Whiskers. II colors rnttorxplY en4
always gives Satisfaction. e y sss .ss
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-01-01
FRANKLIN INSURANCE CO,
OF INDIANAPOLIS, IND.

Four good reasons why the people of Indiana
should insure in the Franklin of Indianapolis
1st. It is the Oldest, largest and best-known
Indiana company.
I'd. 1t pays the largest State and county
taxes of any Fire Insurance Company in the
State of Indiana. ~
Sd. It's assets all in Indianae Id consist
largely Of Indiana loans to counties Cities and
individuals, thus aiding materially to keep down
the rate of interest.
The franklin is represented in all leading
cities and towns In the State.
Indianapolis agency in companys building.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1888-11-01
Educational Meeting.

Educational Meeting. M =
A very interesting program has been
arranged fox an educational meeting at
Great Bend, Saturday Nov. Sd, viz:
Necessity Of thorough preparation,
~ IT. II. Reynolds
Discussion opened,
Mr.. johnson of Clafiln schools.
Address by C.. A. Swartz.
Discussion opened by J. B. Prose.
Busy work, by w. A. Strong.
Discussion opened by III. G. Bencke.
Daily Observations, by 8. Mayback.
Discussion opened by
Miss Mary Rearic&
The Symmetrical scholar, by
Miss Florence Poole.
Discussion opened by Rev. Watson.
School Room Rhetoric, by
Miss Ray B. Hustled.
Discussion opened by
Mrs. L. Baldwin and Prof. stryker.
Song by Miss Matte Fruit and others.
Necessity OF system in education
PROF G. G.. Wolfe.
Discussion opened BY
Rev. r. H. Ayars.
Our public schools from citizens stand
point.
Discussion opened by
Vim. Osmond, *. C. Sweir and
VIM. Hartman.
The Central Kansas Normal Orches-
ira will furnish all the music except
the above mentioned Song.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1888-11-01

THE days Of the g. o. p. are few and
full OF trouble. Its last dying effort APP
pears TO be to 60 smirch its name with
Questionable scheming and groundless
charges against everybody outside its
rapidly discriminating ranks as to blot
out the memory Of any good it has - .
party done in tho past It's death strug-
gle is hard, and like z Wild beast with
ing in agony from q fatal wound, il
snaps right and left-biting the air.
mostly.