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The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1890-07-26
Letter from the People.
ST. MARTINvILLE MESSENGER.

Mr.. Editor:
l see published in your issue Of the
10Th. instant an incorrect account Of
what took place in front Of my house on
the night of the 18th. instant. As you
have no doubt been misinformed, l hope
that you will do me the justice to pu-
blish my statement of the facts as they
are.
Some time ago two dogs belonging to
one of my neighbOrs were found dead in
his field. Being on bad terms with this
neighbOr | was of course accused Of hav-
ing killed them. Although innocent
and protesting against this false and
malicious accusation, was warned that
on the night of the 18th. instant, an at
tack would be made upon myself and
family at my home near st. Martinville,
by a set of men styling themselves "Re-
gulators" but who should, with more
propriety, be called Jayhawkers.
Taking advantage Of this timely warn.
ing, and family prepared to resist this
attack and at the same time informed
Sheriff Gariemal of the threats made to
me, and called upon him, In his official
capacity. for protection in case Of needs.
He gave me the assurance that he would
be on hand with his posse on a moments
notice, il necessary.
At about ~ o'clock p. m. a set OF
armed men, abOnt nine In number.
(whose names have procured from good
reliable white men) gathered on the pu.
blic road, in front of my dwelling which
is about 215 acres from the road, and
then commenced the attack, by firing
(what Judge to be) four rife shots at
my house, very fortunately wOunding no
one. Immediately sent a message to
Sheriff Gardemal who came on the pre-
misses with a posse. His unexpected
presence probably put an end to their
nefariOus design.
On Monday following my son and re-
paired at the Court room Of Judge De-
Blanc in st. Martinville, intending to
make affidavits against and have the
guilty parties arrested. Judge DeBlanc
refused to receive our affidavits unless
we come in court unarmed. This we re-
fused to do unless the Judge could give
us protection, thing which, according
to appearances, he was unable to do.
Before closing must say that l do not
wish to cast my blame upon the organi-
cation known as the "Regulators".
When it was first started it was comp0s-
ed of good and hOnOst men, men Of ex'
perience and property holders. They did
good work, and deserve some credit for
doing 80; but from the moment that
same broken down; politicians took the
lead in the organization. controlled It,
and determined to keep it up until the
next parish election to serve their pOliti.
cal purposes; nearly all the honest men
withdrew from it, leaving but Office
seekers, Office holders elected by theiI
buldozing process who expect that on the
Regulators train they will land safely al
the court next parish election.
And this ia the set of men who have
destroyed all business in this town and
neighbOrhOOd, ruined the credit Of OuI
planters. and still they are allowed to 81
unpunished. j. M. SALLES.
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Tho New Orleans Picayun' has re-
duced the yearly subscription '-ice OF
its Weekly from 81 SO to 81 ye-r. It's
splendid IS-page paper filed with the
best reading matter. Sample copy sent
free to any address.
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Public Building School Fund.

st. Martinville. July u. 1890.
Editor of the Messenger
Sir:-Herewith an account of the funds and
vouchers Of the Public High School Association
received By me and of disbursements made for
the association. Please publish same for the
information Of the Public viz:
CREDIT.
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A BARGAIN!
ia A1FHNT9

of high prairie land close to st.
Martinville, worth sl2 for sale at
$3.50 cash per arpent.
Address Il. Martin.
IL ~ 4. ~
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Transient advertisements, 10 cents per
nch for first insertion; 80 cents for each
subsequent insertion.
Official or legal advertisements, 81 per
1. inch for first insertion; and 30 cents for
each subsequent insertion.
VBrief communications upon subjects
of public interest solicited. No attention
will be given to anonymous letters.
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CONVENT Of MERCY.
St. Martinsville, La.

This Institute offers superior advanta-
ges to Parents desirOus of giving thier
children solid and refined Education.
Terms of tuition, Music ETC., moderate
SISTERS OF MFRCY
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c,Iumbus Harrison,

DEALER IN -
:,,a Family Groceries, Cigars. Tobacco
yi,ware, Hardware, Canned Goods
s'iap Liquors and everything
:eo j first class Family Grocery.
EAST SIDE OF BAYOU TECFE.
st, Martinville, La.
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s l12l,5.5
Balance on hand

Balance on hand $3.50
Besides this balance the Association has the
following notes and subscriptions yet unpaid.
viz: W. B. Eastin, $40; T. Daspit, s2s; James
Simon, $5; Felix vOorhies. SIS; J. o. Halphn,
Jr.. s.; g. Gsrdemal SO; L. W. Bienvenu, s.;
J. Clark, As.
Z. and U. Z. Respectfully,
II. MARTIN, Act Treasurer.
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J. w. ECkART,

Matchmaker and Jeweller,
Main Street, New Iberia, La.
The leading repair shop in the Attaka'
pas.
All kinds Of Monograms and Badges
Diamond settings made to order and al
reasonable rates.
A full line of watches, clocks and jew
elry always on hand.
A select assortment OF genuine Meers
ehaum pipes, cigars and cigarette tubes
Russia leather cigar cases, fine tobacco
pouches etc. kept in stock.
Nv prices are moderate, give me call
The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1890-07-26
FOR DYSPEPSIA
y;se Browns IrOa BitterS.
Physicians recOmm,

Physicians recommend II.
All dealers keep II. sl.0D per bottle Genuine
Ls,t.sl, marx a.. co. .ci edlia:s onwrsr3e.
The weekly messenger. [volume] (St. Martinsville [i.e. St. Martinville] La.) 1886-1948, 1890-07-26

20 Gueriniere Broussard
balance due on their contract for
building public school house. 1910
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St. liartin1 lie. La.
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DR.. r. Il. Martin Of Breaux Bridge
Jos. A. Breaux, of New iberia
Total $1l:
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-01-29

application are left to the arbitrary prejudice
or caprice Of police magistrates. Under such a
law street cars, railroad trains. steam boats and
private carriages might be stopped and citi-
zen might be fined for preaching for shaving
himself or having his dinner cooked on Sunday.
Third. Such law would be a departure from
the fundamental principle of the institutions
OF this country, which recognizes the right of a
citizen to do as he pleases, provided he does
not encroach upon the rights of others; and il
empowers police judge to inquire into and
decide upon the conscientious beliefs Of any
citizen charged with doing or causing to be
done secular work on Sunday.
Fourth. The passage of such law is de-
signed. and in effect would be, an entering
wedge for a system Of aggressive laws tending
to subvert the secular character Of our govern
ment in derogation of the Constitution and the
religious freedom of the citizens guaranteed
thereby.
Fifth. The proposed law partakes of the most
offensive features of the early laws of New
olden time. known as 'blue laws" and is there
human progress.
THEY WILL KEEP UP THE FIGHT.
Before the audience dispersed G. Z. Fifield,
a member of the association, made vigorous
address in opposition to the bill.
There are number of representatives of the
association in this city at present, They are
circulating petitions for signatures of those OPP
posed to the bill and they intend to appear be-
fore the committees of Congress to oppose its
passage. A plan has also been determined
upon of holding public meetings in various
portions of the city to arouse public interest
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-01-29
SELLING CASH BARGAINS.

VERY BEST QUALITY FRUIT OF THE LOOM
BLEACHED COTTON, yard wide SIC.
LADIES' CLOTH DRESS GOODS, yard and u half
wide. pure WOOL cash bargain, 5Oc.
VERY FINEST QUALIFY LONSDALE CAMBRIA
yard wide lUc, value l21{c.
TkEC0 CLOTH DRESS GOODS, wide double fold.
nearly all pure 1ne wCoi : yards for ~.
DOUBLE WHITE WOOL BLANKETS, immense
size ll2 quartersI, extra heavy. bargain, 50
OUR tx IA HEAVY BLACk FRENCH SILK ut
81 Is special cash bargain; the quality the same
as our = l.1U SILK, but not quite wiuc
SuEEIlN, COTTON, excellent quality, immense
dOuOIe via Tn, only .1Jc.
HENRIETTA CAsHMERES,H NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.,
nearly yard and half wide All pure 1lue French
wool special bargain. 5Uc, true value, 75c.
DOUBLE WHITE WOOL BLANKETS, 81. so,
m 3f IA "a ~ p Si30 ", 80, is, $40. $3.50.
FIN FKENCH BkOADCLOlH. SIC, 81
,hOiA. FRENCH SERGE elegant dress goods. wide
double width pure wool. cash bargain ). 12c.
CARRIERS Cash store,
I'll MARKET SPACE.
VALUABLE PR SENTS for Cash Customers
Select one of the following presents with purchase
OF 80: pair oi Large-siZe DGnask Towels worth IS
cts. Hall Dozen Fire DaIask Napkins, worth Zoe
u pair OF silk Embroidered Corsets 15c.
Select one of the following presents with purchase
of $40 or more: Large-siZe Handsome Bridal Quilt
worth 81 90; Dozen Fine Danask Napkins, worth
SloO, or two Pairs Of Large size Fine Daiask Tow
els, worth 30. jall
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-01-29
DISTRICT GOVERNMENT.
ALLEY WAYS IN SQUARE 17s.


Some time ago. when square us was subdi-
yided, certain proposed alleys were approved
by the Commissioners. After short period it
was decided to cut alleys. This
was done. the consent of the prop
erty owners at the time being OBJ
tanned according TO law. Their consent, how
ever, was never fled which was required by
law. The elimination of the old alley pro-
duced Riggs place. and last month Mr.. John
Selden requested that a new order be issued
confirming the former action of the owners
approving the subdivision in that square. The
matter was referred to the surveyor Of the
District. who reported that he was unable to
state whether the act approved July, 1882 re-
hting TO the closing of alleys. has been COM
Piled with. Capt ROssel, in his Endorsement
upon the papers for the action of the Commits
sloners. says that the alley ways originally ex-
istlng have been taken up and new alley ways
cut through. but as far the records of the
District go they do not show that the REQUIRE
nents OF the act of July 2, 1882, under which
this case comes. have been complied with He
recommends that the owners be required to
comply with the law. after which the new plot
can be put on record The Commissioners this
afternoon at board session approved his rec
OmmendatlOu-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-01-29
ANU SEMENTS.

Sale Of seats for Chas. Wyndham with his
own comedy company at Albaugh's next week
begins tomorrow morning.
"A Royal Pass at Harris Bijou next week.
Seats now ON sale.
Membership tickets for the Choral society
concerts IN sale at MetzerOtt's. 80. admitting
three persons for the season. First concert al
Music hail February H.
Tickets for the third concert, Bischoff course.
al Congregational church at Ellis music store.
Messrs Andres and DOerner. the eminent en-
semblc pIanIsts, make their first appearance in
Washington at the Universalist church 18th
and l. streets, tomorrow evening. Tickets al
Ellis.
Rev. John q. Hagen lectures at Georgetown
college tins evening at 1:ij on "A night S
work at the observatory"
Tickets for single lectures of the Stoddard
course on sale ut Ellis tomorrow
Concert by Mr. Ernest Markees Frau Prof.
Naumann and Mr.. Rakeman at Metzerott's
hail. 5l9 18th street, this evening. Admission
by card.
Tickets for the concert for the benefit OF
the Guild of the Holy Child. st. J ohn's par
ish. at GAR hall Friday evening, on sale
at DrOOps and MetZerOtts.
Hyde's star specially company from Hyde
Behmans Brooklyn theater at kernan's
next week.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-01-29
A ROYAL SCANDAL.
The Widow of the Duke D'AOsta to bt
Secluded.

Prince Napoleon has decided to imprison his
daughter Letitia in the castle of Prangino.
Before she married the Due D'Aosta Letitia
had formed an attachment for the prince of
Naples, heir to the throne. and AZ Roman
society is the most gossiping in the world
Prince Napoleon has determined to seclude the
princess for few months. Bitter recrimina-
tions were exchanged among the members Of
the princes family and at the funeral of
D'Aosta King Humbert treated Prince Napoleon
with marked GOODNESS. Prince Victor declined
to shake hands with his father, as he considers
him the author of the story current that
D'Aosta married Letitia only to save a public
scandal on account of her open Irritation with
the prince of Naples. Prince Napoleon is
furious and decleres that as head of the family
he will rule it with an iron hand. 1t is thought
i'll high Italian circles that the princess. being
now widow, will marry the prince of Naples
She is of a strongly developed southern tenn
permanent and poor. having only $500 yearly
income, but has been always accustomed to
have her own way. The Princess Letitia is
twenty-three years old and the prince of Naples
Is twenty.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-01-29
Condensed LOCALS.

The Light Guard. company c, fourth bat
TALON. Dong. has elected Sergeant George
A. Brewer second lieutenant and not George
A. Brown. as enormously announced.
The will of the late Martha McCutchen. be-
qucathng her estate TO her husband. Robert
McCu;chen, was flied today with petition for
probate.
Thieves stole a ton of coal from F. J. Haigs'
wOodsLed III East Washington the other night
Mr. Herbert II. Patten of this city. who is
now with the Booth Nodjeska company, has
signed with the Booth Barrett company for
the next season.
Grant Bowman. Peter Hunter and George
". Arlington. cOiOred escaped from the chain
gang yesterday and have not yet been captured
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-01-29

SIZE. CONDITION HOPELESS CURED BY
The CUTlCURA REMEDIES IN TWO MONTHS
CIrRED ny cIrTfCI-R.
For three years was almost crippled with an awful
leg from knee down 10 my ankle the skin was
entirely gone and the flesh was one mass Of disease
Some physicians pronounced it incurabr. 1t had
diminished about onethird the size of the other and
was in hopeless condition. After trying all kinds of
remedies and spending hundreds Of dollars IRON
which got no relief whatever was persuaded to try
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-01-29
In The WINTER

rheumatism ia most because exposure to the
cold and wet drives the blood from the surface the
body and causes congestion of the liver and kidneys
These organs are thus unable to perform their fnc
uons OF eliminating the impurities and Tactic acid
which taken up by the blood and deposited in the
joints and tissues resulting the pains and aches
call rheumatism. Hoods Sarsaparllla has had great
success in curing this disease both chronic and in
hammatory. Acting promptly on the blood, it neu-
tralizes the Tactic acid expes all impurities and re-
stores the liver and kidneys to natural ton.
HOODS SARSAPARILLA
Sold by all druggists. 81 six for S. Prepared only
by c. HOOD CO., Apothecaries, Lowell, Mass
100 DOSES ONE DOLLAR
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-01-29

Miss Anna Van Schraeder, aged twenty. of
st. Louis said to be heiress to over S5O00 900,
took the veil in the Dominican convent in New
ark, Nj, Sunday.
President Won der Abe of st. LOUIS says none
of his deserving players can ever return to the
st. Louis club.
The grip was more deadly in Philadelphia
than epidemic smallpox. The deaths beyond
the average i'll four weeks exceeded 1000.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-01-29
W r. MosFs 4 SOSs


wish the public to know that they have one
room 5Ox100 feet each in which they design
anu execute the finest cabinet work and give
special attention to repairing old furnl-
ture. Their upholstery shop is also 50xlOO feet.
1t is run in a thoroughly systematic manner. so
that they are enabled to upholster and recover
furniture. using nothing but best labor and
materials. at the same price as you would pay
for ordinary work.
In this room there is a moth exterminator Tor
renovating furniture. All old furniture should
go through this apparatus before being reup-
holstered. II is the only sure method OF
Graduating the moth and its eggs. No damage
done 10 the finest fabrics or frames.
Their finishing shop Is most completely APP
pointed and their fnishers are thorough and
experienced
Goods taken on storage in 1106 st.
They have a thoroughly competent force of
furniture packers and movers and have packing
materials for sale.
W. b. MOSES 4 Sous. F and 18th SITS. n. w.
Furniture, carpets. upholstery goods, bed
ding, wall papers and fresco decorations.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-01-29
CITY AND DISTRICT.
ADJUSTMENTS TONIGHT.

ALBAUGH's.-'La Tosca."
NATIOSAL.-'The OOlah."
HARRIS BIJOU.-''The Fakir."
kERSAN's. -RentZ-Santley Burlesque.
WILLARD HALL--Carpenter's Mesmerism.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-01-29
THEY MUST HAVE LICENSES.
Judge Miller VIII Not Recognize a Dc.
post Left With the Commissioners.

In the liquor cases heard in the Police Court
facts have been shown that develop a differ
ence OF opinion between the Police Court and
the District Commissioners in relation to the
liquor business. When a saloon keepers de-
post is i'll the hands of the Commits
sioners 1t is generally conceded by the District
officials that the saloon keeper can continue
his business as though he had a license. In
the case OF Patrick Quirk. who was before the
Police Court this morning charged with violat-
ing the Sunday law. it was shown that Mr..
Quirk's application for license was rejected
and second application was made,
but has not yet been disposed of
by the Commissioners Mr. Quirk, like
many Others in the same situation has contin-
ued to transact business.
The District proved that liquor sold in
the defendants place on Sunday, but Mr.. Shil-
hngton. for the defendant, raised the point
that his client had no license
Judge Miller gave notice that unless a gen.
uine paper license could be proven he would
hold that the saloon keeper had no license. No
notice. he said, will be taken of the fact that
the 500 deposit is in the hands of the Com
missiOners. The charge of keeping q Sunday
bar was then dismissed and Mr.. Dumont filed
an information for keeping an unlicensed bar.
continuance of ten days granted. Under
the ruling of the court all persons who are
doing business under pending applications are
liable for keeping unlicensed bars.
RADCLIFFE, DARR Il Co., auctioneers. will
sell tomorrow (Thursday) mornings at 10 o'clock
at the lime kllns of the late Edward Cooley, at
9th and L streets northwest, all the horses,
wagons, carts. Office furniture, &C., belonging
to estate of the late Edward Cooley. This sale
should command the attention of persons in
search of fine live and running stock, as the
horses are among the finest of their class in this
M n rtSa md Larp
are OF the best workmanship. For particulars
see the advertisement
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-01-29

Back Ache, Kidney Pains and Weakness. Soreness
LAmeness Strains and Pain relieved one minute by
the CUTICURA ANTIPAIN PLASTER The first
and only instantaneous pain killing plaster ja9w&s
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-01-29
TRIAL FOR MANSLAUGHTER.
Trouble Between Children Leads to a
Fatal Conflict Between Two Men.

In the Criminal Court. Chief Justice Bing-
ham, the trial of Frederick Pinkney, col
ored, for manslaughter. in causing the death
of James Henry by stabbing him in the neck
May 27, has been in progress-Mr. T. C. Taylor
for the defendant and Mr.. Lipscomb for the
government.
1t is alleged that difficulty between chill
dren led to alteration between the men,
and that the accused used a knife infiicting
the following wounds on Henry: On the left
shoulder, on the left arm Extending to the
bone, taking a chip Off. over the left ear and
III the neck, the latter severing the carotid
artery and other important blood vessels. 1t
is claimed by the defendant that the deceased
was endeavoring to enter his house and he re-
PEELED him, as he had the right to do.
Matthew Carter. cOlored. was the first wit
ness to the occurrence examined. He testified
that the two men lived "A couple of doors apart
on Sd street near Pennsylvania avenue SOUTH
east. Witness at Henrys house when
Pinkney asked if he was the proprietor. Henry
was Ill the yard. Pinkney came back in a few
minutes and told Henry he wanted to see him
and they went out talking about the children.
Henry had a cOwhide in his hand saying that
he had chastised his children. They got into
dispute and Henry struck him (Pinkney) with
the cOwhide.
Yesterday several witnesses testified to the
good reputation of defendant.
The defendant went on the stand and insisted
that he had used no weapon in the melee except
the cowhide which he had taken away from
Henry, when the latter struck him with it.
After recess prayers were offered, and while
they were being discussed Mr.. Philip Hazel, a
juror, was taken ill and was removed to the
bailiff's room. When he recovered Dr. G. L.
Lloyd testified that the wounds on the neck
could have been made with a cOwhide. Coun-
sci then proceeded with arguments.
Chief Justice Bingham this morning charged
the Jury that if thew believed the blows on the
head of defendant deprived him of reason he
would not be guilty. II they found that he
was not i'll danger of great bodily harm when
he inflicted the wounds which caused death he
should be convicted.
VERDICT OF GUILTY.
The jury after over an hours elaboration
found verdict of guilty.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-01-29
Cattle Market.

At the Union stock yards yesterday 125 cattle
were on the market and all sold to butchers
as follows: Best sold from &c. to 415c. per
pound; good sold from $40. to 4c. per pound;
medium sold from SIC. to 31ac. per pound.
Common sold from &c. to Sc. per pound. Four
cattle shipped to Baltimore market. One hun
dred sheep and lambs on the market and sold
as follows: Old sheep sold from 312c. to 554c.
per pound; lambs sold from SIC. to &c. per
pound. Cows and calves sold from $40 to s45
each. Market for all kinds of stock was fair
THE SALE of elegant Japanese articles will
be continued at Dowling's tomorrow at IL am.
and 3 pm, when many of the finest pieces
will be sold.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-01-29
LOCAL MENTION.
The Weafher.

FORECAST TILL EIGHT AN THURSDAY.
For the District of Columbia. Maryland and
Virginia. warmer; fair. followed by light show
ers Thursday; southerly winds.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-01-29

The CHEAPEST FUEL in the market is Wash
ington gas light company's coke.
JOHNSON Bros Exclusive Agents
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-01-29

DR. +. II. RoscoE. the great clairvoyant, is
still giving marked satisfaction at 1706 L ST.
NV. Hours: IL to and to 8.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-01-29

GREAT CLEARING SALE
of books at BAUMs. Sale closes February 5.
Call at book department for price list.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-01-29

Buy Your Coal. Coke and Wood from JOHN
toN BROTHERS, the leading trim IL the Dis
tr,cr
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-01-29

SPRING STYLES Mems Fine Felt Derbies 81 so
and 81 Extra value. ~ L. LEWIS, 435 18th st.