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The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26
PROVISION CROPS.
The Things Which Produce Feeling OF
Comfort on the Farm.

Comfort on the Farm.
The farmers generally are so nearly
supplied with home-raised bread and
meat, and are generally in so much bet
ter condition than usual, that 1t may
appear inappropriate to dwell upon the
Importance of making the most liberal
arrangements for an ample supply OF
every thing that can be proiltably
grown at home. But experience and
observation have taught us that at
lust such juncture as the present,
when corn and forage, bacon, ETC., are
comparatively abundant and cheap,
and especially when the market
price of cotton has been better
than usual, and promises to main
tain it's tone, many farmers
forget past experience and commence to
enlarge cotton areas and reduce the size
of corn and oat fields. Planting less
corn, they commence stinting their hogs
-"hedging'' against possible Dad
YEAR, for corn. To use a Methodist
word, they ''backslide;;" TO- use still
stronger biblical phrase they return to
the ''wallow." 1t is the big corn and
oat harvests, the plenty of sleek, we'll
fed horses, the smoke-house filled with
bacon and lard-these give the feeling
of comfort and satisfaction, OF independ'
ence and prosperity, which does moi
generally follow big cotton crop-ano
a short supply of every thing else. We
therefore urge every farmer to hole
fast and persevere in the purpose to bt
;ndapendent. Let us hold on to the ad
vance already made, and redouble on
efforts on the same lines that have here
tofore brought profit, satisfaction ant
comfort. Don't pitch the corn and othe
provision crops on the assumption tina
it will be good for corn it may not
On the other hand don't count on an
advance over the present price OF COZ
ton; it may be lower. Whatever other
may do, every farmer should pursu
the course that eXperlence-ofte
severe tcacher-has shown
he the best in the long rul
Provide for plenty of grain and forag
for horses, cattle, hogs and fowls. DE-
termine to make plenty of those thing
that you can produce and must eltht
produce or buy, or live in discomfort. l
be able to say, II never bought sac
: of flour or pound of lard or butter
, nv life" is not commendable in farm
err who habitually lives on corn brea
fat Western bacon and sorghum siru
and forces his family to do the sam
, rather than either produce the f1ou
butter and lard on his own farm, or b.
7. them in the market.-Southern Guilty.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26
The Spanish Peanut.

The introduction of the Spanish pea
nut into the South is proving very
blessing. 1t is very early, prolific, easy
of cultivation, easy to harvest, and eX-
cecdingly fattening. Bacon ought not
to cost Southern farmer more than
three or four cents per pound, raised at
home, if he will avail himself of natur-
al advantages, and escape the cholera.
We advise every farmer to get seed OF
this new variety in time to plant in
April and May, and again in June and
July.-DiXie Farmer.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26
CONE DOWN WITH ALL HANDS.

this 1t hos thri
nd of lost by a se
sacrificed 10
cent OF al
recocle
fact if there were remedy But there is DE- fles 1ae
them many Whom Tie oocos
have ciyen seeing believing then the ta "oss
this kind ought TO convince the moe
sent According medical authorities m Jx
all its myriad no remedy
has ever been found equal Golden Medical NE
Ii afflicted OH
nnl too ate For lingering coughs the "Goen Medical discovery
absolutely uneqmd remedy ,.. co,u,d;vo EoI
Splitting Of Blood h9F Breath Il is
benefit time and given far trial IN n enme ~ WHICH
WORLDS MEDICAL ASSOCIATION froprieo' " ~ NAM
Buffalo, N Y
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

If you have, you'll agree that the finest
nicture of the Great Cataract ever presented
to the public is the splendid water color by
Charles Graham, purchased by the Michigan
Central and reproduced in accurate fac
smile. A few copies may still be had for
fifty cents each by addressing, with postal
note or money order, Mr.. Q. W. RUGGLEs,
Gen Pass. u Ticket Agt., Michigan Central
Railroad, Chicago, Ill.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26
xonsumption Surely Cured.

To TIE EDIToR:-Please inform your
readers that have a positive remedy for
the above named disease. By its timely
use thousands of hopeless cases have been
permanently cured. shall be glad to send
two bottles of my remedy FREE to any OF
your readers who have consumption If they
will send me their express and post Office
address. Respectfully, T. A. SLocuM, NJ e.,
ISL Pearl street, New York.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

WHY not save your clothes, by using the
most economical soap, Dobbins' Electro.
Made ever since 1864. Try 1t once you
will use it alpaus. Your grocer Keeps ~ OF
will get it. Look for the name, Dobbins.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26
catarrhal Deafness-Hay Fever-A Ne"
Homo Treatment.

Catarrhal Deafness-Hay reverb ne"
Home Treatment.
Sufferers are not generally aware ina that
these diseases are contagious, or 1nao .ites
in IN the I lining membrane of the nose and
nnssachian tubes. Microscopic research,
h hoWever, has proved this to be fact, and
the result of this discovery is that simple 9s
ramedv has been formulated whereby
Catarrh, Hay Fever and Catarrhal Deafness IN ess
permanently cured d IN fr at home by the
patient once in two weeks NV
N. B.IThis treatment is not snuff or an ar
ointment; both have been discarded 1y
reputable physicians as injurious: a p pam IN
receint Of three cents in stamps to pay
hostage by A. II. Dixon & Son, cor. OF >, Joh mn
and King Street. Toronto, Canada.-C"''s
tan Advocate.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

If you are suffering from Malaria, ask
your druggist for Shallenberger's Antidote
for Malaria. If he don't have it, and tells
you he has something just as good, don't be-
Heye him, but send one dollar to Dr. A. T.
Shallenberger, Rochester, Penn'a, and get
the Antidote by mail. A few doses will re-
is in the form of pills, but is not a purga-
tive. 1t not only destroys Malaria, but is
an excellent tonic.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

81 HAVE been occasionally troubled with
Coughs, and in each case have used
BRowN's BRONCHIAL TRoCHEs, which have
never failed and must say they are Sec
ond to none in the world. Felix A. May,
Cashier, st. Paul, MINI.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

MUsrnotb be COMPOUNDED with common cath
artic or purgative pills. Carter'ss Little Liv-
erPills are entirely unlike them in every re-
spect. One trial will prove their superiority.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

For the few who have sworn off there
are many who are swearing right on
Hutchinson (Kan.) News.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

TRUE charity-raising the wind 1or cy-
,,ore sufferers. j ournal.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

KNOW the composition of, and have pre-
scribed Bulbs Sarsaparilla, and 6eheve II
an excellent preparation Tor producing cangsi an
err it the best article of Sarsaparilla in use.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

DON'T hawk, and blow, and spit, but use
DR.. Sage's Catarrh Remedy. OF druggists.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

DON'T Wheeze and cough when Hale's
Pixies Toothache Drops Cure in one minute.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

WHEN you think your children have have
worms, ask your druggist for DR.. Bulls
Worm Destroyers and do not take any
other. They taste good and are always sure.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

NEVER fail to cure sick headache, ofte
the very 1irst dose. This is what IS SAID D
all who try Carter's Little Liver Pllls.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

THE letter killeth, but the telegram IS
fifty per cent worse for people with weak
hearts-Burlington Free Press.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

$500 PR1zEs-Case School Of Applied
Science offers five $500 prizes on entrance
examination For particulars address fresl-
dent Staley, Cleveland, o.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

The best cough medicine is Piso's Cure
for Consumption. Sold everywhere. 2oc.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

THE professional wrestler has d good
many turning points in his career.-Phlla-
dAlnhia Innlicec.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

IRISH walters on the lookout for quarter
presumably hail from Tipperary-Pitts-
burgh Chronicle.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

QUEER, isn't it, that politician should
absorb liquids to make himself solid with
the boys2-Washingto Capital.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

THE human race is run on the COURSE S;s o.
true love, as q general thlng'-le@as oii'-
inpS.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26
CATARRH.

WE suppose it is King Gambrinus, to
whom we hear occasional reference as mis-
royal jags "-Binshamton Leader.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

TIE amanuensis seconds his employers
efforts by making minute OF his remarks
Hotel Gazette.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

WHEN a man is under cloud the silver
lining is generally on the other slde.-fhll-
adelphia Press.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

LOVE is species of intoxicatio9n that
swells the heart instead Of the head-bos-
ton Courier.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

AMAN who owns q goat has only to earn
his bread; he has his butter for nothing
Rochester Post.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

THE model husbands are the men VIII
never marry.-Fond du Lac Reporter.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

A MAN may not go to prayer-meeting, but
Influenza will bring him to his sneeze.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

Ask your dealer for ''Tansill's Punch"
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

THE undertaker's favorite exercise Is
boxing.-Yenowine News.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

The remedy is DR.. Pierce's Golden Med
ical Discovery 1t cures coughs, relieves
asthma, checks bronchitis, purltles the
blood, heals sores, eruptions and unslgnIly
nimnles and is without a rival for all the ills
that spring from a disordered liver. All
druggists.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26
11ape You Seen Maj ara?

A BREACH Of promise suit begins with one
of the parties being non-suited by the other
-Binghamton Republican.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

Sufferers from Catarrhal troubles shoulo
carefully read the above.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

A "sHoRT'' speech-"Lend me quarter
till Tomorrow. "-Pittsburgh Chronicle.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26
v,..s. Who SUPPLIES Flags for schools7

They are mostly sold by g. W. Simmons
g. "a Oak Hall, Boston, Mass, at special
rates. Enquiries are sent to them from all
parts Of the country.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

HARK! to the sound of humanity's Walls;
Millions of people with aches and with ais.
Headaches and humOrs. merciless n0od.
weakness of lungs and disorders OF biooo.
Yet there's n helper that certainly saves.
ThJusan 0 people from premature graves.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1890-02-26

The Twenty fifth Reunion Of WAR
VETERANS of the GRAND ARMY
OF THE REPUBLIC, takes place in
BOSTON NEXT AUGUST. The visi.
tors will number over o hundred
thousand and the occasion will be
memorable one in every way: The
Posts throughout the United States
are moving in the matter OF RE-
UNIFORMfNG, and this notice to
the officers and members of all G. a.
r. POSTS is to call attention to the
fact that our new G. a. R. Catalogue
is ready and will be sent to any ad-
dress on application. We should be
pleased to take your order.
G.. w, SIMMONS g. CO.,
Oak Hall, Boston, Mass.
rraAME THIS lime write.
The Russellville Democrat., 1890-02-13


 would be his interest often longsd to tell him of them M was so unusual, nowadays, for me to receive as much notice as they had bestowed on me that 1t was not easy to forget them 1 However, since leaving the old castle was destined for sudden changes of scene; and before becoming really ao- customed to Mfr. Janvier's elegant mod ern chambers, i. together with his other belongings, was packed, and we learned that New York, Jacks home, was our destination.
 It seemed he was taking every thing with him except his valet; so the latter, as consolation for losing so good a situation, soothed his injured feelings by calmly stealing the contents of one | trunk, and alas! was among the pur- Joined property, and was turned wrong side out and rolled so tightly that it was impossible for me to know any thing of my whereabouts for some days.
 
 The next time I saw the light the condition of my surroundings the quail ity of my neighbors, the indescribable litter of innumefabls articles made me look forward with joy for any change. An American artist wandering into the old curiosity shop appreciated me at the first glance, aud in few hours was being packed for an ocean voyage, and we next saw the light in New York studio. The first day after we were all settled in our new quarters John Marble, my new owner, gave a reception, and what gathering of pre- possessing people it was. l won't ac- knowledge that the men were any su- perior to my contemporaries of two hundred years ago, but the graceful girls, the wonderful women, the lovely ladies, the charming children who thronged the studio that afternoon fair ly made my threads thrill! And imagine my delight on recognizing the two beau- tiful girls by whom had been so much admired a few months previous in the old castlel I assure you it gave me great qualification to sec that the recognition was mutual.
 soon learned that Beverly Campbell, who had made the sketch of me, and Jack Marble were cousins, and Maud was the name of her inseparable friend, the writer of the valentine verse.
 The two girls were frequent visitors at the studio, as Miss Campbell had agreed to pose for a painting which Marble hoped to finish in time for the spring exhibition; and they showed their usual good taste in utilizing me for background.
 could see the full effect of the paint ing in the mirror as it progressed.
 There was Beverly in an artistically draped robe of charming tone, gracefully seated on pile of cushions, touching the light guitar, making harmonious contrast to my rich coloring. Who could blame the artist--though certain carp ing critics did-for making the old tapestry too prominent?
 
 The work was undeniably great suc- cess. and in the spring exhibition 1t was hung on the line and received fatter- ing notices from the press and praise from the public, notwithstanding the fact that I was pronounced ''too pro nounced for a suitable background
 Before the first private view was over the painting had a little card stuck in the corner marked Sold"
 l was there, too, in reality, as well as by proxy in the painting Marble had loaned me to the decorating commit
The Russellville Democrat., 1890-02-13


 tic over my rich eoloring, made many fattering personal remarks-in fact, made quite a study of me. It gave me an opportunity to criticise him, and l will acknowledge that though perhaps not up to the men of my day, he was a fine specimen,
 will pass over my experience of the next few weeks There was a sheriffs sale, and was ruthlessly torn from the walls of the grand old hall. Soon I found myself enduring the miseries of life in London auction-room. I can never forget the horror of befag paved over by hundreds of Imappreciative
 ands of ignorant people. This expe- rience was wearing upon me and was growing threadbare and tsttered, when one day in walked Jack Janyier How my heart went out to him. Surely he, who had shown so much appreciation of me in my days of affiuence, would not pass me by now. But how to attract his gaze among this heterogeneous mass of mat ter? l tried to wave at him as he was passing near me. He looked up and recognized me at once. had made no mistake in estimating his character The purchase was soon made, and l was sent to his rooms.
 Almost the first thing I saw, tackled on the wall in my new quarters, was the familiar sketch Of myself, with the valentine verse. Ohl if he only knew the attractiyeness and charm of the two girls whose united work was displayed on Inc valentine, how much greater
The Russellville Democrat., 1890-02-13
,s N. pow.r .f saxrsssiv4nss

More Is accomplished in this world nl. ways by the suggestions of motive ana force than by the impositions of form and rule. He who believes in suggestion has trust in the vital powers of things. The whole world is waiting to start n 70 far higher action than any thing yet T one could only touch its springs Inis is the beauty, this must be tho qnle' satisfaction, of the lives cf those ooscura and patient workers who build notnins themselves, but who suggest the neeo and wish of building to other mlnos greater than theirs. Think of being the school-teacher of Shakespeare, or Milton or Pascal; and yet only a few anti- quaries know tho name of either Sure iy there are last that shall be first Surely this power of suggestiveness must always be the teachers wiaest ana best Phillips Brooks.
The Russellville Democrat., 1890-02-13

was spent In Jnrvier's room. and khere the valentine verse on my sketch had caused quite commotion with Jack Marble, as the writing of his cousins friend, Maud, was at once recognized. Then Janvier told the story in detail, of his "Tattered Taiismanic Tapestry as he called me; of where he first saw me and found the valentine sketch, and of being robbed by his valet on the eve of his departure from London. So they had great deal of talk of the property that one had lost, and of the valentine the other had never received A sub ject which seemed of mutual interest. Janvier agreed to give up the yalen- tine whenever he could obtain posses sion of the tapestry. The artist advised him, as the tapestry was now owned by the charming Beverly, to begin suit.
 That afternoon, as the janitor was cleaning the studio, he suddenly re- membered me, and hastenea to have me sent to my fair owner.
 It was just before dinner when arrived. and was temporarily hung in door, way between the hall and the reception room, where the two charming girls, Beverly and Maud, duly admired me.
 Dinner was hardly over when two callers were ushered into the room. As they passed me felt thrill of pleasure through every thread, and in my ex- citement nearly fell off tho hooks! It was the two Jacks, and Mir. Janvier was carrying large envelope.
 As the young ladies entered could hold on no longer, and fell right on the neck of my new mistress and wrapped around her so she would have tripped and fallen but for the a1ertness of Jack Janvier, who caught her in his arms; and felt that I had finally brought them together-yes!-clos togetherl
 During this act Jacks envelope had dropped and the familiar sketch and valentine verse were quickly recognized and seized by the other Jack and Maud, between whom very interesting scene ensued; but was too much wrapped up in my own affair to give them much at- tention, as Janvier was evidently fol- lowing the artists advice, and was be- ginning his suit.
 From this time his calls were regular and frequent. l was re-hung permanent ly, and had the pleasure of observing the progress of the suit. It was very in- teresting case to me, as l was the only witness.
 The case was on about year. They never seemed to tire of discussing me, and seemed to appreciate my agency in bringing them together; but in regard to my ownership they never could agree. He finally made the case clear to her, that there was only one way by which they could both own me-and the minister arranged that
 And now I am the permanent back ground for the most charming family tableaux you could find anywhere, and enjoy the consciousness of being thor oughly appreciated. I am not vain, but they do say I grow handsomer every year.--Will Phillip Hooper, in Demor- ests Monthly.
The Russellville Democrat., 1890-02-13
DOMESTIC CONCERNS,

Preserve eggs fresh by oiling with | soft brush all over, and packing in q jar with plenty of bran between the layers. A thrick brown paper should be tied over the jar when full. -One egg and one large piece of toast cut out with biscuit cutter, then gar nished with bread points. make pretty dish for convalescents who are just re- covering their appetite.
 -To clean brass by acid dip. make the brass clean from all grease or var nish by dipping in hot strong solution of potash and rinse in hot water, then dip in strong nitric acid for few sec onds and then in hot water. If tho color is not clear at first dip again.
 D-Fruit acids seem to be especially needed by the human system. Fresh fruit is the best, apples in any form being particularly wholesome; but in the absence of the fresh article, canned or dried fruit must be brought into requisition. Health demands it, and it is more economical than to pay doctors bills.
 "A writer in the Pacific Rural Press keeps table grapes for several months in a perfect condition by putting then in boxes of perfectly dry, sharp sand in a cool, dry atmosphere, the punches stems up and not touching each other. Fine charcoal hc prefers to sand, but the sand is cleaner. He says that saw-dust is the worse material that can be used.
 -Jellied Swee threads: Parboil pair of fine fresh sweetbreads Put them be- tween two plates to cool. When cold, cut them in slices. Have some aspic jelly melted, dip. each slice in it. Cut some aspic jelly in small squares, form in circle in dish, arrange the slices of sweetbreads on this, fill the center with chopped celery; pour mayonnaise round and garnish with aspic jelly.- Yankee Blade.
 Mothers should remember that the diet of children needs especial care during the winter. The lack of fruit and green vegetables is liable to pro- duce sluggishness of the alimentary system and disorders of serious nat ure. Those who live in the cities can procure celery and lettuce nearly all winter, and should do so, with as largo a proportion of fruit as can be afforded Others who live in small towns and the country will have to depend on the va rious vegetables, apples and canned and dried fruit
 Egg Gems: Mix together chopped cold meat and bread crumbs, in equal quantities. If liked, tiny bit of onion, about as large as ten-cent piece, gives a nice flavor, chopped up very fine and added to the meat and crumbs. Season with pepper, salt, spoonful of melted butter, and enough milk to just wet it and bind it together nicely. Have some gem pans we'll greased, and fill with the mixture; then break an egg carefully on the top of each, season it with q little salt and pepper, and sprinkle some fine cracker crumbs on the top.-Bake eight minutes -The Housekeeper.