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Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1888-01-16

The president has 10000 imported
cigars to consume before next fall
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1888-01-16

George Fordham, the jockey, left a
personal estate valued at more than
300 600,
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1888-01-16

Light Artillery IN ActIon-A Crisis in
BattIe-A Terrible Boomi Boomi of
Cannon--Charge of the Enemy-Horrors
of War,
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1888-01-16
Three PecuIiarities

Hoods sarsaparilla, the great blood purifier
and regulating medicine, is characterized by
three peculiarities, namely:
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07
ELECTION NOTICE.

BY virtue Of the authority vested in me by
in pursuance Of the proclamation If his Ex>
reiIency, Samuel d. McEnery, Governor OF
the State E Louisiana, I do hereby give pubs
lie notice that there will be IN election held
in the Parish of Richland, State Aforesaid, OH
Tuesday, The l7h day Of April, 1898.
it being the first Tuesday following the third
Monday Of said month, commencing 1t
O'Clock .. m. and ctosin: ~ O'Clock r. m.
o. the said day. for the purpose Of elscting q
Governor, Lieut.. Governor, Secretary OF State,
Attorney General, State Treasurer, Auditor Of
Public Accounts, Superintendent Of Pubic
Education, TWO Senators, one Representative,
one Judge and District Attorney tos the 9th
Judicial District, one Clerk, one Sheriff and
one Coroner; and on the sstne day one Mag
istrate and one Constable shall be voted for IN
each ward by the qualified electors Of ,hs
ward IN q sePerate box, provided an1 kept
for that purpose.
The election will he held ut the time above
specified aud at the following named polling
places, to- wit:
First ward-Delbi and Midway;
Second ward-Rsyville;
Third ward-Cirsrd;
Fourth ward-Alto;
Fifth wsrd-Retlmouih;
Sixth wsri-HOldiness;
Seventh wzri-1 bo,nsson's
G. WILSON WRIGHT,
Returning Odiees.
Rayvillv, La, March 10Th. 1888.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07
SUCCESSION SALE.
Succession If Abe Thompson,
9Th Els Court.
Provisional Account and Opposition
No. 1924.

Bv virtue at J u,iyncn, in the above named
ease ordering ne To sell enough Of TIA, prp
ty OF the Estate of Abe Thompson tn pay the
debt. thereof I will offer tor sale at the East
DIOR Of The Court House IN Rayvilr. on
Saturday, April 9TH, 1855,
10 the highest taiier for cash AZ not less than
It's appraisernsn, the following described prop
er,y bcIon.ing to sad estate, towi':
lst The Home Place, n"se particularly
described Is Frac,r.nai 5 W % SEC north Of
the River aud \ W or Sec %; Sc ar Of
5 w 9r and west halt Of S W 1r oi sec %,
5 + Gr oG T. az Sec 81. all nj Sec % fract
y bait Of y W ~ OF SEC 80, I. prot Eqr
of Sec -. f. ha!fofS F. qr OF Sec 20 u N
Of Range 6 Fast containing 1919 IL acres,
more or less.
"a. The Oliver Place, comprising all Sec
- : wqroi wqr Sec 81, han of n r qr
81 See 81. s ~ aud : half If w ar Of
y aud " ~" sec -. IN II \ 81 II
f. 81 containing isCj 81 acres, more u less.
Rayviile, La Mar. 81. IASS
i.-6tIAd NJ ID. THOMPSON,
Adm'x.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07
Weekly Weather-Crop Bulletin
Ofthe Louisiana Weather Sereice.

of the Louisiana Weather Serei0
New Orleans, March 3ls', 1888.
RAINFALL: The average rainfall during
the past week has been above the normal for
the corresponding week of former years in
all sections OF the State 1t ranged from LIS
to 2.7l inches in the Northern section, and
from 90 to 377 inches in the Southern
section, falling almost continuously from the
2lth to 2Sth. The south eastern portion OF
the State received the greatest, and the horth>
central portion the least rainfall during the
week.
TEMPERATURE: A deficiency Of several
degrees in the average temperature for the
week is reported from the northern and
western portions Of the State (,he region az
frcted by the cold-wave OF the 27rh), aud a
slight excess is reported from the 80 ,,h-
eastern portion.
SUNSHINE: The percentage Of sunshine Tor
! the State tor the week will not average 80
| per cent; being more Than GO per cent below
the normal in all sections except the extreme
| north eastern, from whence an average per-
ccntage is reported.
GENERAL REMARKS:
Tie weather conditions have been less
I favorable 10 farm wcr. during The pas; week
! than in ANY pric- week Of tie season. lie
excessive cloEd:ness and rainfall, and the
general c, oil weather KEEP, tie soil IN a sogyy
condition recess:;a'iig re-plowirg land in
several Of the parishes from which reports
were received, and practically putting stop
! 10 all seeding.
In the southern parishes the exceeding
! moisture and cool weather has been unfavor-
able to the growth O! cane ana corn, some OF
| the latter being reported damaged by cut
worms in Vermilon parish.
The rece crop is reported in 4 very good
condition. the wet weather bein: propi,ious
to It's rapid growth.
Garden vegetables are SOW 10 mature and
will require sunshine and temperature above
the average during the present week to pro-
duce Il ir results.
r. KERKAM,
Signal Corps, Director.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

PETQN.:L MENTION.

An extur,ion parry OF young PEOPLE
ehoper.sed by Mrs. NJ. W. Kc.lev. went out
to Ta,iu,a!, on the passenger train last Sun.
day; returning the same day. Among them
were Misses Hattie Purvis, Alpha Toer,
Bella Ea.on and Katie Garter; accompanied
by Messrs. H. Kahn, F. VI. Binion and J. w.
Sumnerlin.
Hon. f. G. Montgomery and bis family
cam. over from TaiIulsh ON Monday last.
The Judge is in attendance upon the District
Court, ami his family came Oh visit TO their
friends here. Hope they will ENJOY ,.eir
visit.
Mr.. and Mrs. ]. w. Simms left on last
Sundays train for New Orleans.
Jno W. Willis, Esq, from Winnsboro,
vas in town and called on us Monday.
f. overly paid US an apprecia,ive call
Tuesday.
u L. Ronsy and son, Of Madison parish,
have been in attendance upon the court this
week.
Jno. A. Hemler was in town on Thursday
Pleased to hear tina, Hon. n. L. Vickers was
better.
We were sorry to hear that Capt. II. +
vickers was quite sick. We missed him at
the la 5, meeting of the Police Jury. He is
usually very prompt and we thought by his
absence that something mus, be wrong.
Mrs., Agnes Abby. of Monroe, was in our
town on Thursday. Regret tina, we did no,
have the pleasure Of meeting her. Mrs. NJ,
saws she was agen, for some valuable attach
men,s to cooking stoves.
On Friday morning Mrs. Abby called on
US. Every family should have set Of those
stove pans.
Tho.. Jones came in town on Friday
morning.
C.. Wynn has been in our town this
week. Sorry to see uncle "iIamp' still in
bad hea lth.
Mrs F. E. Thomson and son and also
Mrs. Pri,chard wen, to Delhi last Thursday
Mrs. Thomas son went in tho inicres, Of some
land business.
Edie Justice says the rive, is falling.
Thanks for his subscription.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

An active brain, srarSling wit, cheerful
mind, bright eye. a robust body, pure nch
blood and vigorous bounding circulation,
add many charms 10 female society-ye', ali!
how few ladies can boast Of all these signs OF
health! While they remain victims TO those
terrible female complaints, they viii be cons
pcIled TO be mere feeble, delicate drones upon
society. You can be restored to heaith and
happlness by the use of English Female Bit
tors. m3l-lR
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07
A MAN OR WOMAN
VIVA. E. SMyTHE CO.,
) S0mernet ST., Boston.

Malaria! Tho very mention OF It II
nightmare! Whoever has suffered from
this bUghting disease knows what a
dread scourge it is, and how It seems
almost impossible to eradicate it frcr1
,hc system. SMITHS BILE BEANS
viii most surely destroy HE germs Of
Malaria, and afford permanent relief
Dose, che bean. S5 cents per bottle.
Fer salo BY all druggists and dealers in
medicine. CT cent postp3id On receipt Of
price. 70 .ny Part Ct tie country.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

Madame Rsvere's Female Pills for women
nercr fails to always give speedy and certain
relief. Satisfaction guaranteed or money re-
turned. Sen; by mail, securely sealed, III
pain wrapper, for One Dollar: three boxes
for TITO Dollars. Particulars IN letter fol
four cents in postage stamps. Address
MRs. I. REVERE, box 2s3, Jersey City. \. j
jan2l-ly-3p
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

HoME testimonials are most rciisble. and II
you will send your nsme and address we
will send statements Of numbers Of the best
citizens Of Nashville regarding the wonder
full cures effected by the Ethiopian Pie Oint,
meni Il never tails. 81 cents and 81 per
bottle. Manufactured bv Rangum Root
Medicine Co. Nashville, Tenn. For sale by
all druggists m3l-lm
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

Dreams, roseats and beautiful as the blush
of morn, spring from health and vigor
Hideous appari,ious which Cypress the active.
mind in sleep, arise from dysp. psi. and indi-
gcs,ion. Morris Cascarine will Danish these
foes to rest, ap--4t
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

Positively the best remedy ever discov-
cred for all diseases Of man and beast that
can be reached by an cx,ernsi medical appl'-
cation, is Rangum Roo, Li,;ment. Ore trial
will convince. Manufactured only by
Rancu.n Rood Medical Co., Nashville, Tenn.
50 cents per Loule. For sale Ivy all drug
gisss. E3l I'm
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

AS APPEAL TO OUR SUBSCRIBERS w {
have very few if aCy dead heads on Our
subsc ip,ion lis, but how many have paid
beyond January ist. 1888, would surprise
them i they will Look AT their receipts Come
in friends, aud pay your subscription. If
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07
LOCAL. ITEMS.

The Capi;olian- Advocate was purchased
Wednesday last for $4,000 cash by the
Baton Rouge News Publishing Company, OF
which Capt John McGra,h will be manager.
Gen. Jasrreniski viii relinquish business and
Truth
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

When you fee, depress,d den'' dose your
self with mean bi,iers. Hodges Ssrsaparilla
renova,es and invigorntes tie syi,rU. and
cures al t!i.eases arising hCn an u, pure
Stale OF tue blood. 81 Per toule, six hotrle:
for s.. Manufactured hy Rareum Roo
Medicine Co, Nashville, Team. Sold by all
druggists n3l-ln
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

We are pleased TO announce 10 the edi-
toriai fraternity that the authorizes OF tie
Vick.bnrg and Shreveport, the Texas Facih"
and the Southern Pacific railways, have eX>
tended them the couresies Of their lines to
attend the annual meeting Of the Louisiana
Press Association, which will take place at
Opelousas on the Is, Of May prox. All who
desire to attend are requested TO so inform
the president of the association, at once
CaDi,oiian- Advocate.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

Candidates for Justice OF The peace and
Constable in each ward can get their tickets
printed by sending their names and Scots per
lCO, 20 us in time. Remember that nothing
but regular ticket paper will do under the
election law
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07
FINAL ACCOUNT.
Fcbr'y 4h, 1883 St

The State Of Lomi,iana. Parish Of Richand,
2.ih Disiric, Court
Successor Of p. S. Cooas, de"dsed.
Wherra~. Mrs w. A. Coons. Admx h,s
filed in The nt,rrr OF the Clerk of the srrwi
Cour, il, and for said parish "f Kirkland her
final acc1nut e the administration OF the
Above named succession.
Nav, therefore. unless opposi,i,n be made
thereto within ten days from the date hereof
the said final account will be homologa.ed as
the law directs.
JNO. S. SUMMERIIN
Clerk.
RayviIle, La. March 2lst, 1883, 2,
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07
HIDDEN TRE.7SCR E,

!, posed by many, in tie shape OF knacS
for shor,>hand. You can learn. Send your
name and 6o,e Of yonr friends 10 J. {.
Adams, Jackson, Miss. for "EST-LE.SSON>
FREE. Msy-29-lsS7-ly.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

"Now, | tell you what I can do"
says y. KAHN of Rayville. |
have got the prettiest stock of
spring and summer goods in the
country, all selected styles.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

Last Sunday we rode down to the river
with our little BOY, and rode on the Era No
10 up TO the Check ferry. Capt Hamilton
gave MS iii excellent di:ner, for which he has
our thanks
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

"A prophet is not without honor save IN
his own country" Yet Morris Cascarine is
recognized at home rs an efficient medicine.
Ii rs mild in its effects, pleasant - take AMI
unfailiDg in lis action. ap7-4t
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

Headache is a common complaint. IL is
generally caused by deranged stomach, or
disordeE-d liver, Norri, Carcarine is the
remedy for these iils. apt
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

The 70 lowing attorneys have been attend
ir- c9ur, this week: Han c. J. Boatuer ans.
Col Thcs. O. Benton, of Monroe; Ca. II p.
Weii., Of Delhi; J. W. Willis. of u .EDs5s!,;
Judge Z. c. NJ; tsomerv, Of 1.l'2'.h.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

Land owners would do we'll 20 correspond
with Col. A. B. Cooper or the editor OF the
BEACON l they desire to sell, as the tide from
the north west seems TO lie turning toward
Louisiana.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

To CAYpIpArEs-Ve have ordered ten
thousand blank ,icke,s and will be prepared
TO print election tickets for candidates on
shor, notice Hand in your orders. It.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

There is no serpent so deadly with lis
pni,onous fangs, among human ills, a. con-
>t;pa;io,, There is no remedy more certain,
with healing in las wings, than MoHis' Gas
cstiue apt
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

The monthly reports of J. W. SiIums willI
appear weekly Til We get all The repoHs
published
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

When ihe blood becomes impure, iis pois-
oned ccndiiion results in boils, piuples and
SKIN err,ons. Morris Cascarne is the bes,
purifier. apT-it
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07
To the Afflicted.
r. F.. KERKAM,
Signal Corps, Director.

The public are notified that the undersigned
is prepared to treat Piles. Fistxia. Fissx,s,
Clrera,iom other rectal uo bes. And will
guarantee perfect cure inull cases Of piles
without the use OF the knife Otherwise fee
refunded.
Correspondence solicited and will be
strictly confidential.
r. NJ. MCCORMICK. ND.
l2m Office In. Rusionis.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07
GRAY EAGLE.

This Jacks services can 10 Obtained only
on the following terms: BIZ so for TEN
consecutive months TO produce one foal from
18th December tili 18th February each yess
not to be counted.
Positively no animal served unless IN seaso~
or a, the special request Of the owner.
When served once she aud the colt will
stand a. a pledge for the fee.
All fees due LIST Of December following
service.
Gres, care taken but M spCns,biIisy fos
accidents. $50 90 for Twin colts.
T W. McLEROY.
nS-Cm
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

Go to n. KAHN'S and ask him
for his S. 50 Ladies' fine French
kid shoes, the best you ever bought.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

Jno NJ. NunneryT wa= taken sick very
suddenly on Thursday cigh, ani mp TO til"
time Of going to pre- he seems TO be in
,r;-;cal c,-Iificn
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07
SEND YOUR BOYS & GIRLS
HIT. Lebanon College.
A HOME INSTITUTION.

Founded in 1888. An Excellent Fscalty,
Thorough Instruction, Kind but Rigid Di,ci-
pin.
1t mas New, Large and Well-fnruished
Buildings.
II has an ABLE FACULTY of EXPERT,
ENCED TAECH ERS.
II is the most healihful location in the State
|, is ore Of Tie most moral communities in
the South.
I, helps worthy, poor young men and girls.
LIS terms are cheaper End more liberal than
those OF any other similar institution.
Itis only two miles from Gibbs Station, on
the V, s 4 ?. r. r., just neaE enough to
secure the advantages Of the railroad and
TO MSS its evils
Expenses (per tenn Of i've Months
Board, Including Washing, Lights &c. Saj.
Tuition Primary Department, $40
IN Academic SIS
" Collegiate $50.
Musical Az, 90 $50.
q" Theological Department, Free.
nS Payable at the Beginning OF each quar-
er.-Ra
Finally. the sale of intoxicating ,iquor is
prohibited by special Act Of the Legislature.
Address.
President, w. NJ. REESE,
Feby 1912 IN. Sit. Lebanon, La.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

Tie weather. this week was warm, lad
more the appearance Of May or juno than OF
April.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

Regular services OF Methodis, Episcopal
.hnrch ,Sou''-Second Sunday in each month;
Nev. J. + Patterson Z. &. Rayviile Circuit.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

Do you want nice straw hat
either for men, ladies' or children:
Call at y. KAHN'S.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

See the sales to come off to-day. Some
valuable property tor sale. :
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07
saturday, April 2, 1888.
Religious DIRECTORY.

ne first Sunday in each month is the day
'or The Bapis,s l., Rayvi!ie.
Rev. Mr.. Miles will preach here on the
first Sunday in each month.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

You will find me always ready to
show YOU ny stock even if YOU Go
not Duy. y. hHfN.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

Inc third SUNDAY in each month is She
oa' Tor the Preshy'erians, Rev D A. Camp
bell.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

Fee fur anne unring Parisi, officers: len
DOLLARS. in .Aduamce For district officers
$40 90 and for Congress SO o.. II circu-
II, letters and cards Of q personal character
Oh euts per line.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07
PROFESSIONAL CARDS.

NIL LlDDEI.L. tenders his Professional
..v;ce, TO the people Of Rayville and the
surrounding ne,shborhood.
The Doctor will 10 'o"nd AZ n's .''. :"
s,rmerly occupied by E. c. Montgomery, Q"
the pos,hess, corner OF the court nous :I"'. :.
or :, his residence in Rhymes aoan,o" "
N MY engaged. j7-8S-ty
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

Sou,hL'd-Read down Norhb'd Read up
Mol Nos Nos No ,
35am s 0CpmL CincinnauAr6 loans 42pm
10 l5smiJ ,05pnL Lexing'onL3 isam4 l5pm
L 25aml 2 3OsmLJunc nCiyL2 2sam3 lopm
5 3jpms 2Oam Ar rhatianoo2aL, l0prn9am
6oOpms 5OamL Cbai,snoaRaA6 ;0pms 30am
ii lopm3 3OpmBrm,nghainAr9 50am3 30am
4 l0amlo 5jpmMerijinnAr5 loan &c 30pm
Q 30am6 .5am Ar n o LILO 90 pm 00pm
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

Communication from Alto too late to ge,
in this Issue. VIII publish next week.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07
ANNOUNCEMENTS.
FOR District Attorn'
ANNOUNCEMENT.

To the Foiers of RicHamd:-l announce
.,v.elf az q candidate for the office Of D'''ric
Ai,orney for the 9th Judicial District SUBJECT
a, The ,e,sou Of the Democratic party.
Respectfully, Id E, NE"
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

w. are authorised to announce the name
up II. TOLER, the present incumbent, Tor
=. .,ec,,ou - District Attorney Of the 21'h
I.a;c;.t Di.,ric, Of the State Of Louisiana.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

EGGS for Matching from pure,
bred Plymoth Rocks, Wyandotts,
japanese Fur Fowl, Pit Game, Pckin
Ducks and Dcrbyshire Red Caps
imported.
Also am breeding Registered
Berkshire Swine. Pigs reasonable.
PRICE OF EGGs-Plymoth Rocks
and Pekin Ducks $I.5o per IS.
Wyandotts, Jap. Fur Fywl and
Pit Game $2.oo per IS
Address witty stamps,
all orders, w. F. WlNSTEAD.
jYl6-l2m Delhi. La.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

= r. @. il NOT curs-ali. bat : guar,
.c,nsv Of constant use has demons
sss o. I yos.d question that Tansr's !nisiii>
ss N..,,:.;, C.re 10 the only known 'n'alh-
.,e 49,. ~ al kiais Of neuralgia and ios
bio ~..I..le. 50 cent? peg box. Man
"e's0s ..s ~ Rsngun Root Msdieins Co
"sse a',,. rs.,es,ee. Sold BY ell drug
Nssas's's' m3l-lm
siss.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

81 8. REAZLEY, Offers his Profess
:on., s~rvices to the citizens OF Rayv,i'e'
-. h, found during the day at the Drpk
80. :, night. ss his residence. Ji4-y
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07
Women, Delays are Dangerous

The Season fer May has been received.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07
SUCCESSION SALE.

SUCCESSlON SALE.
State OF Louisiana, Parish of Richland,
9th District Court.
Succession of l. j. WtikersOn, Deed.
By virtue of a commission issuel from the
Honorable 9th District Court in and for the
Parish of Richland, said State and To me
directed, | will offer for sale, to pay debts, at
east door of Court House in Rayville, Parish
of Rchland, on
Saturday, April 7tb, 1888,
tue following described property Al public
auction TO the last and highest bidder, and
within the hours prescribed by law. 'c-wi':
An undivided seven-sx,een,h inteiesi Of
s. E. of $ F.. ! all N. f.. Sec 8, ives; If
Pp river; N Z. N. W. Sec. s, ard
i.ac:!,nal N. W. ! of N. w. Sec. 9, T. Is
\. r. East and S. OF 5. +. / See. S, T. Is
~ r. 6, East containing in the aggregate
(33I three hundred and thiriy.one acres,
more or less.
The foregoing property having been offered
for cash according TO law anu 10 bid having
been made il will be sold for what it Will
bring on a credit Of twelve months. the pur-
chaser to execute his twelve months bond
with approved security and special mortgage
and vendors privilege retained en- the proper
~ TO pay price.
The taxes amounting o.
ard cost amounting To-
will lie required to be paid in cash.
NANCY WlLkIERSON.
Adminis,Is,:x.
Febr'y 4th, 1883 St
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1888-04-07

Regular communications OF r. F. Mcclure
Loire Ne 200, F. Il A. Masons, third
d, Ss'ur''av in each month";. 5. Summerin
" ". w. I. Oliver, Secretary.
P. fsiyonr lodge No. -, Knights Of
Pyh as, eets every alternative Tuesday
night. LEN SCOTT. e. T.; !. N. Rhymes
X. of R.NS
Fergus County argus. [volume] (Lewistown, Mont.) 1886-1946, 1888-12-13

office. Mr. Bcrkin il still interested in
the welfare al the county. In his
official capacity hr has found the law
which prohibits the transfer OF mon
les from One fund to another. Il pos
tive injury. inasmuch a. one fund
may be pl.t horic and the her scant :.
and the county compelled to pay in
tere.t on its warrants drawn on the
latter. This law was II piece OF lunacy
which originated with Bill Sutherlin.
when he misrcpreprescnted Meagher
and Fergus counties III the last sc>-
sion of the legislature. Mr.. Brrkn
expects To spend some time in Helena
during the cession of the legislature
and will strive to have this obnoxious
law repealed.
| The new board meets next week
whea Mr.. John Mc'ourt. the newly
elected commissioner, takes his seat.
Politically there will be two republi
cans to one democrat; for the best
interests of Fergus county there will
be no division.