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The Opelousas courier., 1890-06-21

The Ansriican Cultioator considers
that can evident desire prevails among
the various European Governments en-
gagged in colonizing Africa to treat the
native inhabitants more humanely than
savages have usually been treated by
those desiring their territory. The
Portuguese pretensions to a slice of this
~unoccupied continent have been set
aside, mainly because that country
sought d foothold in both North and
South America during the past three
centuries. Tx conference of European
nations to prevent the continuance of the
slave trade, and the pledge of the British
East Africa Trading Company to prevent
the sale Of Intoxicating liquors to the
natives, ore encouraging outlooks for the
future Of the Dark Continent. II this
can be done, commerce will make she
civilization of Africa more hopeful than
civilization has ever before been to
people accustomed only to barbarism and
knowing no other way than the barbaric
ia i've
The Opelousas courier., 1890-06-21
sELECT sIFTINGS.

rhs svan ia the longest-lived bird.
The thrush is audible about 4''o IL
the morning. ~
The Photographic art was practlceo oy
Eovptians 1000 B. c.
a hear was recently killed in Ash 81
land, Washington, that welgheo 0oo
pounds. ~.
At q wedding at Lancaster, Penn, tne
groom was presented with a ceine
by his father.
po+atoes are natives of Chilli Feru'
- Mt known what European dis
covered them.
A hotel in Chicago furnished a snatp
razor to those of the guests who oesife'
shave themselves.
Germany is the only civilized country
in the world wherein murderers are s'li'
beheaded with an ak or SWORD.
A mathematician has calculated thaI
the dead are in the minority after all, sucn
is the rapid growth of human popu'a-
ton.
A plea was made to the children TO
contribute an egg each for a hospl1al la
Harrisburg, Penn, and the result was q
collection of 5000 eggs.
Marshall Pass, ON the Denver & no
Grande Railroad, 10, 1851 feet above the
sea level, is the highest point crossed by
q railroad inside the limits of the United
States.
The Oldest living college graduate IN
he limited States is Amos F. Parker, who
graduated from the University OF Yer
mont in 1913. and is now nlnety-elght
years of age.
Among the exhibits at the convention
If the Western Packers Canned Goods
Association, in Indianapolis, were Two
cans containing beef soup, part OF a loe
prepared for the United States navy In
1919.
Oscar futile, of Santa Cruz, CAL,
was splitting kindling wood when ne
tackled a large piece of redwood. he
found a ive-cent piece OF 1850 lodged IN
the centre of the limb. 1t was blackenea
by the sap.
A piece of pink coral thirty feet long
and nine inches in diameter at one END,
with branches projecting about four feet
on all sides, was recently obtained on ths
coast OF Japan. It's value in a prepared
state would be about SIS ,0OO.
There is a boy by the name of Smith
living at Hartford, N. Y, who has but
one leg, the other one having been ampu'
tated close to his body. With n crutch
and one skate, he can skate as fast as any
boy of his age. With two clutches, be
can run much faster than his playmstes
He is fourteen years old.
In 1871 a mar living at Porterville'
Cal, set q slip of ivy at one end of hi
store. To-day it covers the whole build
ing and has climbed upon a large oaE
tree. The first occupants were a pair o
mountain ~linnets, who were not disturbed
and their descendants still breed there ii
immense numbers. They sing as well a
the German canaries.
The largest library in the world is the
Bibliotheque National, in Paris, founded
by Louis XIV. In it are 1,4O0, 900 vol
umes, 300, 900 pamphlets, liz, 600 man
uscripts, 800, 900 maps and charts, ant
$50, 900 medals and coins. The collec
ton of ~engravings exceeds 1900, 900
and they are bound in 10000 volumns
There are about 100, 900 portraits.
The Opelousas courier., 1890-06-21

!, "Of all the accidents which occur
daily in a large city, perhaps burning is
the most alarming" says the London
Hospital. 1T is well to remember thaAa
in severe cases the shock due to the
fright as well as the burn is the first
thing to be considered. If medical help
is NOT. obtainable at once. the best thing
TO do is to wrap the burnt person up in a
blanket, put him in a warm place with
hot bottles to his feet, and give him a
little hot brandy and water or something.
The easiest applications to procure in an
emergency with which to cover up thu
wounded parts from the air are -four o.
salad OIL"
The Opelousas courier., 1890-06-21

upon the announcement to Queen
Christina, of Spain, recently that the
name of Alfonso, the baby King, had
been registered for the 100Oth time, as
having been conferred upon a Spanish
child in baptism, she sent the t%housandth
child, the son of a clerk, a complete lay.
cite, a silver cup, q case with knife, fork
and spoon, and a savings box containing,
besides a handsome nest egg, a paper on
which was written with her own hand,
tsTo the thousapdth Alfonso, from q
woman whom twH6 Alfonsos have made
happy"
The Opelousas courier., 1890-06-21

For a long time the stealings by the
operatives in the diamonds mines of
South Africa were, it is estimated, one
half of the production. Very stringent
regulations have of late been put in
force, and, although the loss from this
source has been greatly reduced it is still
believed to amount to $3.50, 900 a year.
The Opelousas courier., 1890-06-21

In the opinion of the Washington Star
Emin Pasha as a plain hired man at $4,000
q wear in Africa is in no wise such an in
teresting figure as Emin Pasha as an un'
known quantity in the problem of Africa
with all the world following Stanley in
his search for the living X.
The Opelousas courier., 1890-06-21
From Steward TO SOVEREIGN.

The Helen w. Amy arrived at San
Francisco, Cal. from the Caroline Islands
a few days ago bringing information that
when the ship touched at the Caroline
Islands the steward, John Smith, be-
came enamored of q native Princess
named Lepop, and declared that he in.
tended to leave the ship. He did 50,
and shortly afterward married the dusky
Princess, and they now reign over che
island,
The Opelousas courier., 1890-06-21

Six hundred men are now digging the
railroad tunnel under the St. Clair River,
at Port Huron, at the rate of fifteen feet
each day. More than 1900 feet of the
tunnel is now ready for trains on the
Michigan side, and 300 on the Canadian.
Ths remaining 4000 feet win probably be
finished before the rear is out.
The Opelousas courier., 1890-06-21
A PRIVATE'S WOES.
PUNIsHMENTs IMPOSED ON UN-
Gle SANS SOLDIERS.
The DOG Observation-Disclosures Day
at n Western Military Post
Carrying Logs in the
Bull Ring"

"Don't talk to that fellow. He's &
dog robber.'"
In the v~ernacular of the barracks g
"dog robber'' is n common soldier who
performs mental duties for an officer
The more self-respecting soldiers look
upon him as worthy only of their con
tempt, and he is ''sent to Coventry" by
every member of the company.
The Opelousas courier., 1890-06-21
ssFor the hundred wears or more of on

ssFor the hundred years or more of oul
country's history, the dogs have been afte.
the sheep" exclaims the Prairie Farmer,
s'but now for the first time the census
will be after the dogs; they will be &C.
counted for the same as the horses, cat
tie, sheep, swine and other animals or
the farms, and in cities and villages a:
x,aIl -
The Opelousas courier., 1890-06-21
NEW SHAVING SALOON

HAVING recently built aud refurnished
u throughout, my Barber Shfp, am
aow prepared, With increased facilities, to
perya the puslie In hrst-class style in my
sew QaaTt0s between Brand and Moriar'tv's.
Shav1ag, Hair Cutting, Shampooing, &C..
3ouD In the highest style of the art. Give
oe Q call. 4. a BODEMULLER.
The Opelousas courier., 1890-06-21
G. D. STEWART.

CONTRACTOR, CARPENTER AND BUILDER
viii contract for che erection OF buildings
Of all kinds, furnishing all material Il desired.
Work done promptly and ct reasonable ratas.
Orders through the poskofflce given prompt
Having special facilities for Obtaining LuM
ara AZ REDuUED RATES, I win give my
psAgons tas benefit @ the same.
The Opelousas courier., 1890-06-21

Phoebe Earl Gibbons, the lecturer, de-
MES that the Friends are dying out. She
,ays that there are to-day IA, 900 Hicksite
and $4,000 orthodox Friends, making
l10, 900 followers of George Fox.
The Opelousas courier., 1890-06-21
A. p. Mcneil,
ARCHITECT AND BUILDER,
OPELOUSAs, LOUISIANA.

Plans, Specifications and Estimates fur
Hished for all manner OF buildings, on the
most reasonable teras. Contracts taken for
ell kinds OF work, In brick, IRON, stone and
wood. NJ Ateria! furnished for repairs and
construction IL desired. Plantation and
country work attended to with dispatch. AL,
work first class and satisfaction guaranteed
Orders dfrscted to T. o. Bog 81 win recajv
Dsompt attention. jaSte
The Opelousas courier., 1890-06-21

wnIEe new states are sprlnging up In
the far West, California is getting ready
TO celebrate the fftieth anniversary OF
her admission into the Union.
The Opelousas courier., 1890-06-21

george M.Plllnfan las offered t erect
. monument to commemorate the massa-
ere of 1912 at the point in Chicago
where il has been definitely ascertained
sEhas Fort Dearborn stood.
The Opelousas courier., 1890-06-21

Our Government has determined that
no more Indians shall be allowed to join
circus companies.
The Opelousas courier., 1890-06-21

he says, and promptly expresses his
willingness to atay in the ''bull ring" a
week if they will only point that nozzle
avay from his face" All through the
night he and his luckless comrades
stumble along with their heavy burdens
under the watchful eyes of the officer and
his squad, and it is only at daylighsthat
their weary tramp is ended and they arc
ordered to their quarters .-Ne@ York
Journal.
The Opelousas courier., 1890-06-21
:
Female Institutes
ope1ousAs, ST. LANDRY PARISH, La

This institution is undenomi9atioaasl. p.ae
sieaI and progressive. Discipline Urn ma adaaissIasa,.
p vsi9 I 'n" Methods Of training and eult, WIZ st,sl
khorongh. Toe curriculum prepares s'aELN
pupil for University or practical IT, g., 4. : np, ].
a sns,esssa and nd D sad Q eom seo o6i fasa' Fasronas md Y
soiedeeda Of For ri further particulars oppvLE Nun
""'~ MRS. NJ. NJ. HAYES, Prlncipsach Of H.
Or Rev. F. w. LEWIS: First Ass,stanstre all drss
Feo &c, NeWo az
The Opelousas courier., 1890-06-21

The latest measure for recruiting the
United States navy provides for the
enlistment of only native-born Ameri-
cans.
The Opelousas courier., 1890-06-21
SAMUEL NJ. r +. = sss1s = |

BRIO US toA sahrgs
Every description Of brick 1Ink'd Pas'ss
short notice, aud at most modeaySH ssuaa
Construction OF chimneys, tomb
white washing q speciality. y. raes
lsin's grocery, opslousas. re. MS We
The Opelousas courier., 1890-06-21

Ir1CItd, IN n
DIR. a. y. 1n9REGARD
ARLY,
Office corner of Landry and Tn Ba 1Hfa'n ms 81 y,
OPELOUSA5, La. vn in tba ny naat
He uses the new local ana be presen ssa I
"Cocaine" in painful operations
extra charge. res; La. Nat BIZ
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18

A car load Of spring wagons and
buggies from the mxnufactory of III :,
w. Spaulding, of Grinneil. Iowa, ar
rived in Worthington on Tuesday by
the Burlington freight, and MIR. Spauld.
ing's agent will offer for sale the en-.
tire lot on reasonable terms. The goods
delivered when sale is made. AS to
the reliability of this establishment,
and their manner OF doing business,
the following testimonial from the
prominent business men of Grinnell,
will he sufficient to inspire confidence
in any community. Call and see the
agent at the Worthington Hotel:
GR1NNELL, Iowa. March s, 1890. !
This certifips that II. w. Spauidipp
has for many years been manufacture
ing Spring wagons and carriages in OUR
csty and is personally known to us as
perfectly responsible and in every way
reliable. From small beginning years
ago, he has, by square and honorable
dealing built up the large carriage
business in the state. His spring wa.
CONS and carriages which are used in
this vicinity more than all others, have
been thoroughly tested for many years
and are acknowledged to he the very
hest in use. He is financially responsi-
BILE and any agreement made by him
will be strictly carried ont. No
stronger warranty than this guaranty
could be desired.
CRANER, STEEL & AUSTIN.
Mfgs. Randolph A eaders.
.s.s.-s NJ. SNYDER,
President Citezens Bank.
J. r. GRINNELL.
e. r. MORSE, Mavor.
]. Fl. PATTON,
Clerk Of Dis Court powes!leik 20,
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18
Bring samples of your best grain and
vegetables to the fair,

THE MOBILES COUNTY FAIR.
There is no more helpful institution
in American civilization than the ju-
diciously conducted and we'll sustained
county fair. Such fair is both an in.
dication Of, and u meaus to progress
and thrift. Here are exhibited the best
stock, machinery, soil products, and
the latest born conveniences to tighten
the farmers toll and secure for him
the largest yield of profit.
The good fair gives the farmer bet
ter knowledge of the condition and the
progress of Agriculture. in all it's de-
partments, than he can acquire from
any other source. The best things in
his line are set before him for inspec-
tion. He may see many things
he does not need, and some things his
judgment may disaprove. But he will
be none the worse for having seen
them. =. :. - {
Do not stay away because the fair in
your own county is not Il Worlds
Fair, a State Exposition, or a Corn
Palace: Despisc rot the day Of good
beginnings in a new county where all
are beginners. DO not neglec ct it be-
cause it may not he equal to what you
have seen in farther advanced and
more porn'ons places. Come and Lelp
make it better.
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18
THE CORN PALACE.

The Sioux City Corn Palace opens
on Sept. 25th, and will he open until
Oct. 18th. This promises one of the
most beautiful rs we'll rs original Of all
structures ever produced by the archi-
tect's brain or the builders hand. Its
design is that of great Turkish
Mosque, elegant IN form, broad, lofty,
and Of grand, spacious dimensions.
A well written description of this
splendid and unique work of art snys
of it: Golden wheat. rye and millet
and barley are used in thousand ways
and not in geometrical patterns alone.
Landscapes OF astonishing beauty are
are done in natural colors by the fair
artists of Sioux City; but instead of
oils and water colors they are hay and
corn and grass. And they need moth
ing else, for their success is perfect"
It Is twice rs large as last years. palace
and will be filed with exhibits from all
over the country. Next to attending
your own county fair go to see the
Corn Palace of 1890.
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18

Rev. DR.. J. E. Roy, of Chicago pre-
scented the claims of the American Mis-.
sionary Association to q large au-
dience at the Congregational church
last Sunday, in most eloquent man.
ner. This society devotes its means to
what are called the freedmen, the In
dian. the Chinese. and the poor white
people in the South. 1t receives and
expends not far from half a million
dollars year, in maintaining schools
and churches among the classes We
have mentioned. DR.. Roy is a veteran
In the cause, and withal u very able
and forcible speaker.
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18

Chief among the attractions of the
fair, to the oang people especially, will
be the Fun" department under the
care Of Mr.. e. w. Smith, who, although
is one Of the "City Fathers very
digniiled body, enjoys fun exceedingly.
See program.
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18
Bring best samples of fruit to the
f.,;r
CENSUS FIGURES

The census returns for the First
Minnesota district were made public
on the 18th inst. The district contains
rs of the 50 counties in the state, and
their total population is 347, 141. Every
county in the list shows an increase
since the last census was taken, rang
ing from $50 in Dodge county to 6.691
in Winena. It will be seen that the
increase of Mobiles county in popula>
ton is 8 $40 since the census Of 1880.
The district complete by counties, with
the increase in each is given below:
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18
Come and see the best fair, the best
racing and the best amusements ever
put up in Southern Minnesota.

Judge c. w. W. Dow announces him
self in this issue as candidate for re-
election to the Office of Probate Judge
Ut Mobiles county. Mr.. Dow has held
the office one term and not only through
courtesy should he be nominated and
elected for second term, but also be-
cause he has shown excellent Judge.
ment and ability in the discharge of
duties of the Office. He has given uni
versal satisfaction aud should be re-
elected.
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18

Rev. Mr.. Mcintyre, the new Presby-
terrain minister. arrived last week with
his family. He occupied the pulpit in
the Presbyterian church Sunday. His
furniture arrived Saturday and the
family will occupy a part of the Dresser
mansion, on Second street.-Balston
Journal.
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18

STANLEY IN DARKEST AFRICA.
Mr.. Stanley's best and greatest work
has been placed In the hands of Mr.
j. 9. Clarke, of Worthington for cir
culation in Mobiles and Rock counties.
Mr.. Clarke will call upon you with this
work. Should any he passed by or
overlooked postal card will receive
attention.
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18
PETER THOMPSON.
BLOOM,

Report OF flrst month IT school end
ing Sept. II, In district u: Number of
scholars enrolled, 8; days attended,
l4'; minutes lost through hardness,
50. Average daily. attendance, Z 40.
Names of pupils who we've neither all
sent nor tardy, Anna Bertrand and
Nicolas Bertrand.
EVA BAXTER. Teacher.
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18

Mr. Edmond Bear. son of Esq. Beav.
living In Bigelow, was taken very sick
Sunday morning, his father nd mother
were called to his bedside, when they
left him he was better.
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18
RUSHMORE RI1SrI1NGS.

kUSHMOkE RUSTLINGS.
Mrs. Lawrence, who has been visit
ing Mrs. B. Bedford, has returned to
her home in WatertOwn.
Mrs, Moorehouse, Of I.nverne, spent
the day with Mrs. Bedford, on Tuesday
of last week.
Mr.. and Miss. Sanders, 1T Pecatoni-
ca, ILL.,, are enjoying this iuvixarating
climate. They are the guests of the
Hotel.
Mr.. and Mrs. Judd, brother and sis
ter OF Mr.. and Mrs. j. e. Thorn, have
been making them u visit, rsturi,i: z
home on Monday last.
Rev. Mr.. JAMESON. of Luverne, was
in town on Monday, preaching in the
evening at the Presbyterian church, to
q large and interested congregation.
NJ. II, G. Mansel and Mr.. f. Fl. N.Y.
Illus spent Sunday at the Hotel. Mr..
Myths has recently returned from
Italy.
The recent severe frost has changed
the appearance III the prairie greatly,
reminding US If the fact that it is al
most time to prepare for our usual
siege of snow, ice, brizzards, etc.
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18

The Editor of the ADVANCE was
happily surprised last Saturday by re-
ceiving present from Miss Dele
Mccoy of very handsome pot of ele
giant fuschias, as beautiful specimen
of this most superb flower we ever saw
Many thanks.
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18
-EXCHANGED-

A Black Cashmere Shawl with Silk
Fringe, at Mrs. o. Bigelow's, the night
of the Social. Will the person having
the exchanged shawl please bring the
same to Mrs. AEON Forbes, and re-
ceive hers in return?
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18

Last Tuesday rs the ADVANCE man
was on his rounds lie called ut the
county attorneys office, and found the
following on his door: "At Ellsworth,
MIMI" Some one was jocular enough
to write under this: II wish you would
leaye word at which saloon I CAL find
you." Our county attorney is q tenn
perRnca man.
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18

Mr.. T. .. Huntley, Of the town of
11untley. McHenry county, Illinois
visited his former son.in-law, Mr.. ].
II. Cakes, last week, and returned
home on Monday. Mr.. Huntley is So
years OF age, but shows much of
the mental activity which charac terized
his younger days. He was the founder
OF the town which bears his name, and
has spent his days doing good, as well
% getting good for himself.
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18

W. ". Moore, of the Grand Oper>
House, DesMoins, 10 an early settler II
that part of Iowa. and has had q great
deal Of experience in his time. He says.
AT various times I have had acute at.
tacks of bilious collie and violent pains
in the stomach, and found nothing
that gave me relief like Chamberlsin's
Collie, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy.
Every person., he says "shoul0
have bottle". For sale By
CIV. Smith.
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18

Oh John, don't forget to take my want list with you
when you go to the fair.
Now there's new lamp, box writing paper, bottle
Casora for baby Second Reader for Nary Lace Pin for
Jcnnie Silver Watch for Jimmie and Box of Pills for
Grandpa. Why, John! You get all these things at
Smiths Drug Jewe]y and Stationery Store and you
the trouble of running around from place to another;
And Smith always sells the very best goods and cheaper
too than elsewhere Now, dont you go rambling around
any place else, but make bee line for Smiths and I'll
warrant everything will be O. X.
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18

The Seventh Day Adventists have
rented room in the old school house
and have it fitted up so that it makes
quite q comfortable place of worship.
They will hold regular services every
Saturday at p. m. Sabbath school at
3p. m. Services will also be held Sun
day evenings at 7:3O.
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18

The ADVANCE received calls from
number of the land excursionists last
week. Some of whom have come to
spend the winter In this country.
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18
NOTICE..

Those having cattle in the herd kept
by me are requested to come and take
them away by the first of October, 1
will not herd them any longer owing to
scarcity of grass. SIT
p. &. McCANN.
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18

We referred last week, by request OF
an officer of the Swedish Lutheran
Church to some young people disturb
ing the solemnity Of the Sunday wOr'
ship. hoping thereby to prevent re-
.curr.n nee of the same. These persons
were not connected In any way with
the congregation, but visitors who did
not understand the language In which
tue services were cond ucted. and their
levity was perhaps owing to thought.
lessness, rather than wish to be dis
turbers. 49,
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18

Mrs. M. Haddock, Of Curtis. Neb.,
sister of Mr.. G. W. W. and Geo. W.
Dow, Is visiting among her relatives
ju this village.
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18

Mr.. q. Peterson, q county commits
sloner of Waseca, Minnesota was in
town last week.
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18

The many friends of Mrs. Minnie
Bartholomew will be glad to know she
Is able to be about again, after her ILL.,
ness,
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18
For Probate Judge.

EDITION ADVANCE: As am q candidate for
re election IN the Office Of Judge Of the Probate
Court for Mobiles County, please announce that
fact % your readers through the medium 81 tie
ADVANCE. G. w. w. DOW.
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1890-09-18

Mr.. Saxon reports apple trees In In
dsks, Lake, Mobiles county. How is
that for high2