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St. Landry clarion. (Opelousas, La.) 1890-1921, 1891-02-14

Philosopher" inquiries why Mardi-
gras does not come in the same month,
nor on the same. date every year. Being
always the same day in the week it can
not always be the same day of the
month It is the last Tuesday before
Lent which ends with Good Friday, the
last Friday before Easter Sunday. The
determination therefore Of Easter Sun
day fixes the particular Tuesday for
Mardi- -gras. Easter Sunday, we believe,
is fixed according to the moon and
Af course Mardi-gras varies with it.
St. Landry clarion. (Opelousas, La.) 1890-1921, 1891-02-14

Last Saturdays Democrat and Cou-
rier contain an "open letter" signed by
the publishers of those papers, adj
dressed to Sheriff Fontenot, offering
to publish the tax sales for very
small sum. This is a bright idea. 1t
is singular it never occurred to them
before, or that they did not put it in
practice; last year, the year before,
and the year before that. How much
then might have been saved to the
suffering delinquent taxpayers. Is it
too late to refund now what was charg-
ed too much for advertising tax sales
! in those years gone by? This idea
might be extended. Let the Sheriff,
Recorder and others forego their costs /;
let the parish and State remit the
delinquent taxes and then the parish
and State and officials will be popular
with those who do not pay their taxes.
But the law does rot require the tax
collector to let out the publication OF
tax sales to the lowest bidder, and the
tax collector has not called for bids to
do that work. The law does require
that police jury and town council
printing be let QUITO the lowest bid
der on certain conditions therefore
the tax sale printing and the municip-
al printing are not parallel cases. II
the object is to make the tax collector
unpopular with delinquent taxpayers,
that is the fate of an official with
those against whom he has to execute
the law but in this particular the de-
linquents can easily avoid the costs OF
advertising, as well as other costs, by
complying with the law and paying
their taxes. TO publish tax sales at
ten cents piece, is, as the boys say,
too much sugar for a dime"
St. Landry clarion. (Opelousas, La.) 1890-1921, 1891-02-14

The law requires that the parish
printing be let out by the police jury
to the lowest bidder. Has the present
police jury of this parish ever COM
piled with the law? Bids were ad-
yertised for by that body, in 1888; but
no lowest bid was offered, but instead
joint proposition by the proprietors
of two papers proposing to do some OF
that printing for certain sum. Was
the acceptance of such proposition a
compliance with the law?
St. Landry clarion. (Opelousas, La.) 1890-1921, 1891-02-14

The Alexandria (La.) Farmers vi
dette, the organ of the Farmers Union
of this State, says:
One or two papers in this State seem
astonished at the idea that the Farm
ers' Union has made common cause
with the antis in opposing the rechar-
tering of the lottery. 1t could not be
otherwise, and an alliance offensive and
defensive is the natural outcome. With
the Farmers Union there is no poll
tics in this contest. 1t is in the order
of the very cardinal doctrine OF its or
ganization to oppose such a measure.
1t is monopoly of most monstrous
kind-felt in heavy manner to-day
and certainly not to be endured and
tolerated in the future. So long as the
Union has voice to speak it will con-
denim it; SO long as it has ballot to
give it will cast it against this hydra
headed monster. Yes, the ants and
the Unions are fighting in parallel lines
on this vital question.
St. Landry clarion. (Opelousas, La.) 1890-1921, 1891-02-14

Mr.. Editor.-The grand ball given
by the o. P. L. & d. Association, on
Mardi 8 as night, proved boon to
the treasury, and afforded much
amusement to the immense crowd,
old as well as yonng participated until
a late hour. We apologize for our
music on that occasion, which was due
to the inexperience of the committee
appointed to fill that part OF the pro-
gramme, however we shall see in the
future that no such errors are made. 4
We have been informed that agents
OF the lottery are working on the
negroes OF our parish to get them
committed and organized to vote for
the lottery amendment. Will our peo-
pie submit to this? Will our people
remain passive and permit Radical
institution and hireling advocacy cap
ture and control the eolored vote of
our parish? Is the parish of Lincoln
"a White Mans government and shall
the voice of our people be heard and
respected in the coming election? ? Pond
er these worlds, and resolve to do your
duty. A few thousand votes now is
better than millions OF bullets, much
blood and many lives in the future.
There is a war hotly raging even now
between the poor people and the
money power. Forwarned is to be
forearmed. Let MS be true to our
cnInrS and fiohf vallianfIys n the eaI1Sn.
St. Landry clarion. (Opelousas, La.) 1890-1921, 1891-02-14

The A-tak-a-pa Family and Planta-
tion Remedies for sale by all Druggists.
St. Landry clarion. (Opelousas, La.) 1890-1921, 1891-02-14

sUsTENANCE AND REFREsHMENT.
SEC. 8. Be it further ordained, etc. That
where lodging and eating are combined,
the license shall be based on the mum Der
of furnished lodging rooms for guests, as
follows, yizs
lst class hen said rooms are in num-
Der thirty or more, and less than forty five,
the license shall be one hundred and fifty
dollars.
I'd class-- When said rooms are In num-
ber fifteen or more, and leas than thirty,
the license shall be one hundred dollars.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-31
THURSDAY. DECEMBER 81. 1891.
our Corporate Limits.

We should like TO see the Chamber OF
Commerce take hold of the annexation
question and consider II as exclusively
as n has considered the matter OF city
sanitation.
The public ask for information. They
would like to hear expressions-such ex-
pressions ms come out only in debate
both from county and city people. Is
Richmond ready TO petition for the an
nexation of her suburbs? II so what su-
burbs does she desire to take in and upon
what terms? Do the taxpayers OF the
territory involved desire to be annexed
and mot the least importantly what will be
the exact position of Henrico with refer
ence to the movements
We are anxious TO see Richmond's limits
extended. At present we are furnishing
many of the facilities and blessings Of a
city government to several thousands OF
suburban people who do not contribute to
the expense, but we should make no false
move. Better wait two years longer than
90 to the Legislature asking for the pas
cage of q bill upon which we are not
agreed.
If the Chamber OF Commerce could take
up this subject and sift it thoroughly and
find out what we want and how and when
we should 60 to work to get it, it would do
q great public service.
With the Chamber suggesting and the
City Council endorsing and approving we
may reasonably hope to have our views
favorably considered by the General As
sembly. but If we 60 there in a hslf-heart-
ed, Unsupported way. we need not be sur
prised If we are defeated.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-31
CLOSED JANUARY LIST.

RICHMOND AND DANvILLE RAILROAD CoNPANY,l
FRElGHr DEPARThEST. +
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-31
Notes waited fcom Williamsburg.

Correspondence OF tne Hchihonu Dispa'cn-I
WILLIAMSBURG, VA. December 30. In
formation was received here last evening
of the death of Mrs. Louisa Petit, widow
Of William NJ. Petit. Mrs. Petit re- re-
station, in James City, and was ono of the
Oldest residents of the county.
Mr.. Robert G. Barlow Is lying very sick
at his home.
Treasurer, is at Warwick Courthouse visit
ing relatives. a..
Mr.. William Bloxton, of Bruton, dis
trict. York county, Is quite Ill with the
Mr.. John r. Couplsnd, of West Point, is
visiting bis sister. Mrs. III. J.. Hundley.'
Mr.. Joseph Bidgood. Jr., Is here spend
ing the holidays.
A telegram to-day states that the mo-
Their of Mrs. Lyon G. Tyler died last night
at Memphis, Tenn.
Mr.. and Mrs. T.. s. Hamlin, of Tazewell
Hall, are convalescing from severe at
tack OF the grip.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-31
Acommor.seuse remedy.

In the matter Of curatiyes what you want
Il something that will do its work while you
continue to do yours--a remedy that VIII
give you no inconvenience nor interfere
with your business. Such q remedy Is
Allcocks Porous Piasters. T.aese plasters
are not an experiment; they have been in
use for over thirty years and their value
has been attested by the highest medical
authorities. as well az by testimonials
rec uire no change of diet and are not af-
fectsd by wet or colo. Their action does
not interiors with labor or business. You
can toll and yet be cured while hard at
work. Thcy are 90 pure that the young
est. the oldest, the most delicate, person
OF either sex can use them with great
benefit.
Beware Of limitations and do not be de-
ceived by Misrepresentation. Ask for
Allcock' and let no solicitation or sxpla-
nation induce you 10 accept substitute
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-31


"The Question Of the Day" sthe title
Of pamphlet of s!yty-seyen pages. Just
Issued by Judge HrcHts. The question OF
the day 10 Of course the silver question ;
and this question Judge HocHEs has mas
tered Would that every thoughtful, in
teIligent. and truth-seeking monometallist
in the land had copy Of this little trea-
tise. He thoroughly disposes OF the
"dumping-ground" and other untensble
theories. We commend Judge HucHEs's
new pamphlet To universal favor.'
Whilst upon this subject let US say that
we were pleased to find the following can
did admission in the Cincinnati Comn'erc1d
Gazette:
"Alone. tho United States cannot safely adopt
such policy free coinagel.. But England Is not
ready TO eltcr into an International agreement
for unlimited silver coinage. although there is
etrong sentiment for the restoration OF the use
Of silver IN that county, and France and Ger
many win no, Join us In an enlarged use OF the
white metal until England is ready TO do so.'
Rather awkwardly expressed; but the
idea is that England, France. and Ger
many are likely to come to some agree
ment favorable TO bimetallists' views.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-31
Miss caldweir. brilliant reception.

lVorrcsponoence OF the H,chnond Dispatch.l
AYLRrTs, December 2s.--On Friday last
o reception aud german was given by the
daughter OF Mr.. p. ID. Caldwell 10 honor Of her
guests, Miss Lindsay, Of West Point, and Miss
CALDWELL OF Richmond. II was one OF the most
elegant social occasions OF the season. Mira NJ.
NJ. Pulier. Of baltimore, who looked lovely 10 On
elegant gown OF green silk. white lace, ana dia-
mond ornaments, assisted In receiving. At 10
o'clock tempting and superb supper was
served.
Among tho gaesss were: Miss Lindsay. Of
West Point, tiue faiile and white lace; Miss
Susie Caldwell, Richmond, black china silk and
lace: Aiss Kents, OF Ricnmond, blue silk with
eruliHe Miss Woir, Of Lester Manor, blue silk,
pink trimming; Miss aergine leigh. Aylstts,
pink null and pearls Mss Alice Caldw ell ylsits
daughter OF host and hostess, looked lovely 10
willie siik. point lace, and diamond ornaments
with corshse bouquet OF lovely Marechai Neil
roses. There were also present; Mr.. ard Mrs.
4. ID. Moncure, Ar. ana Mrs. 4. 3. Pollard, Mr..
and Mrs A. ID. Minor, MT. and Mrs. r. .. kpps,
OF Richmond, Niss Campbell and the Mlssei
Louise and Rosa Pollard. Ameng the gentle.
men were: w. G.. Pollard, Hefn1on sizen, New
Yerk; w. w. Pollard. Baltimore. II. ID. Pollard
Washington. and MessrA PuIlsr. Moncure-
Ayisst, Pollard. hcane, and Campbell. aud man,
Others.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-31

load Of the richest and best educated me-
groes In this city. He would be glad 20
have the protection OF such a law. He
holds himself to be the superior 10 the ne.
gro. and shows that he does by all bis
words and actions. The negro. or the
contrary, constantly and persistently pro.
fesses TO believe that he is the equal VI the
white man. but just a. constantly and per-
s,stently proves by his actions that, as the
negroes :of Richmond say. be would feel
hpmiliated . II not allowed to rids in
the cara with men who regard him as their
inferior but whom he declares he holds to
be no better than the negroes.
Tho moral is that If the negroes desire
to be respected they must respect them
selves. They will always be liable to
humiliation" so lone as they force them
selves into unpleasant association with the
whites.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-31
Illuminating indeed.

II the Legislature of Virginia provides
by law that the whites shall ride upon
cars closed 70 tho blacks the same law will
provide that the blacks shall -ide upon
cars closed 70 the whites. In o word
every person viii De required to ride with
persons OF bis own rsce. But, strange "a
say. the negroes in Richmond declare tina,
suohs law would be humiliatipg TO them
They would feel Inundated if not per.
mitted to force their company upon the
whites,
Mark tho difference. The poorest or
husnblest white man in Richmond would
not consider II Illuminating" 10 be for.
hidden By law 10 ride in car with oar.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-31
New. Notes waited from weldon.

IIOrIe9UOnUtutt DIhptstDtI-I
Wyrpos. n. G., December 30.--Mr. Sand
ford Pepper. an old citizen or this county,
died at his homo last night.
Mira II. II. Christie, formerly Of this county
died al her husbands home, In Oxford, suddenly
yesterday. She had been sick with grip and was
m. Her remains we're bought down to-day.
Mr. r. J. Checks, whose critical illness was
mentioned IN this correspondence yesterday, is
better to-day. The remains OF his wife were
laid 70 rest this afternoon.
Mr. w. M. Hablistou, Of Petersburg, Va, pre-
sldent Of the Great Falls Company, and other
stockholders are here to-day.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-31

The report of President A. S. BUToRD, Of
the State Agricultural Society, shows that
he is 1.-THE right man in the right place"
When he took charge the affairs of the
society were in disheartening condition.
He got them in good order and at short
notice held q creditable far, which made
considerable sum of money. The
balance-sheet shows profit instead Of the
usual deficit. Now he no doubt desires to
retire on the honors that he has won, but
the society and the public will certainly
ask him to stay and win more honors.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-31

You would not suspect it
from the taste; there is cod
liver oil in SCOTS Emulsion.
It looks like cream it is
like cream. Cream is bits Of
butter covered with some
thing else-you do not taste
the butter. Sc0tt's Emulsion
is drops Of cod-liver oil COW
cred with glycerine..
Cream is an easier food
than butter, because it is in
bits. SCOTS Emulsion is cod
liver oil made easy; the
drops are'invisibly fine; they
do not resist digestion.
Will you read a book op
1t? Free.
scorr @ BOVINE, Chemists, ,,' South 9Th Avenue
New York.
Your druggist keeps SCOTS Emulsion Of eod-'vef
ol-all druggists everywhere do. o..
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-31

The anti-HnL papers of New York have
ceased abusing the Governor for the
present, and are now doubling whether
the State Court of Appeals knows any
more about law than HILL does about
politics. The Tribune, however, is trying
to accept the situation calmly, and 1t
blames the Republicans of one senatorial
district for nominating an ineligible man,
and those Of another district for care
lessness" in observing the election law.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-31
EXCELLENT WORK.
COTTON IS NO LONGER KING. .
Farmers Agree That They Must Diversity
Crops and Produce Their Own supplies

Farmers Agree That They Must Diversity
Crops and Produce Their Own supplies
Correspondence OF the Richmond Dispatcn.l
SCOTLAND NECK, n. c., December a.
The meeting called by the Scotland Neck
Alliance to consider the reduction o. to cue
cotton WIS well attended.
A large crowd assembled IN Temperance,
Hall, and persons of every profession and
calling in the community were pres
emit. The subject of producing cot
ton at q loss as realized by pres,
emit prices was thoroughly discussed. and
il was the unanimous opinion OF all that
the farmer can no longer plant cotton at
the present price. -.
The subject of rice culture was intro
duced and number of farmers who had
cultivated rice gave their experience with
it, and generally the crop and its returns
had been satisfactory, but in some cases
the lands seemed somewhat impover-
ished by the crop.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-31

The Religious Herald says that Hon. w.
L. WILSON of West Virginia. is still con-
sidaring whether he will accept OF reject
the offer of the trustees of Richmond Col
lege to become the president Of that insti-
tuition. As yet he has in no wise indicated
what his answer will be.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-31

Mr.. BLAINE practices reciprocity-which
is Democratic doctrine-snd leaves it to
other aspirants to the presidency lperhaps
we ought to omit the word "other"] to
preach protection to American industries.
"None but himself himself can parallel"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-31
NIITTELDORFERS
WI NEW GRANITE BUILDING,
Ri EAST BROAD STREET.


WRAPS, JACKETS, CAPEs FOR LADIES,
MISSES, AND CHILDREN.
Our stock has Just been replenished by very
large purchase and must be sold al a great sacri-
fee on original cost. handsome and useful
New-y ears present would be Que OF our bargains
in Fur-Trimmod Jackets and Capes. 3s6 new
Wraps must DO cold this week. Come and get a
bargain. Tans, Light Grays. and Blacks, all fur
trimmed. $500
DRESS GOODS, DRESS GOODS.
Great msrk-down sale In this department. All
Dress-Goods below cost TO close.
China Silks, - inches wide, In light and DARK
shades, at SIC, former price 81.
Black and COlored silk Faile at Soc. worth
S1.371s
CARPETS, CARPETS.
In this line We have pat the knife and they
must go. Ingram Carpets et 10, %, 20, 30, ~,
BRUSSELS NJ )duette, Velvet, and al other Carpets
reduced 1914 per cent. on former prices. Tapes
try. Velvet, aud Moquetie Rugs at low prices.
PoRTIEREs, LACE CURTAINS 10 real lace.
DAAAsK TABLECLoTH ana NAPKINS 10
match In all sizes. -.
TOWELS big Job from auction.
Blankets In white, red, and gray from 81 70
$40 for a ia California Blanket worth
$3.50.
HEAD-REsTs. SOFA CUSHIONS, sCARFs,
TIDES, COMFORTS at all prices.
KID GLOVES a. so, Toe, 81, s1.25, and sl-5O.
All the new shades an best goods.
UMBRELLAS 70. ladies and gentlemen-au
new goods and fancy handles.
FURS.
Muffs In Coney, Astraehan, opossum, Mink
Angora. Lynx. from 43c. % $500.
Fur Capes nc greatly reduced prices.
MATTlNGS and OIL-CLoTHS at closing prices.
COhSETS, C0RsETS.
All the most popular brands At 37l8c. TO $40.
Look at our l. G. Corsets at 47c. worth S1l1c.
GALES, WHITE GOODS, BLACK GOODS, CAS-
sIMERES, FIsANNELs, FURNITURE REPS.
CANTON FLANNELS, GENTLEMENS TIES,
sCAkFS. COLLARS, CUFFS, UNDERWEAR OF
all kinds-in fact, everything In our large store
has been marked down aud must DO sold.
Give us call before the rush and get some OF
the bargains. ID. i X. MlfTELDORFER.
do 27-Su. Tu&Th 217 east Broad street
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-31
HIS OWN SUPPLIES.

Throughout all the discussion rs it was
agreed that the first and safest thing for
the farmer to do is TO raise his own sup
plies at home. II was remarked by many
that the successful farmer everywhere IS
the man who raises his own necessary pro-
ducts. A number of successful farmers in
the meeting gave as the reason for their
Independence and advantage in these hard
times that they had all the while raised
their OVID supplies.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-31
All OF the large cities are expecting small
pox this winter and are preparing therefor.

The New York TriJunes Albany cor
respondent grieves to have to say that
there seems TO be perfect understanding
between HILL and FLowEs. He reports
that the latter has not only taken HILLS
private secretary for his private secretary,
but has reappointed several members OF
HILI's staff.
The secretary in question is Colonel L,
s. WILLIAMS, who is bright and afable
young man, who knows exactly what his
business is and attends to ii with patience,
politeness. and marked ability.
The Tribune man thinks that FLOWER
will be an out-and-out supporter OF Hull
for the presidency. Very likely.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-31
CULTIVATION OF WHEAT.

Asa part of tina farm product to meet
this much-deserved basis the cultivation
of wheat was discussed. In this COM
munity for many years the wheat crop has
been neglected. A falling of IN the wheat
crop caused fouring-mills 10 be. less
profitable TO mill-owners,. and lack OF
facility to have It properly ground and
wheat to abandon it. But there was a
sort of tacit agreement reached that there
will be more wheat made here after this
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-31

The OBJECT OF this sale has been TO have
clean, fresh stock with which to begin business
January 1, 1892.
The week between Christmas and New Year
IA the harvest time for economical folks-pru-
dent buyers. Why; Because the holiday trade
hns left US with many remnants. You see, thero
ia no time In the rush to watch against remnant
making. Every piece is cut and the remnant
laid away. Now comes the overhauling. ou'
with the remnants.
You will find "short Lengths OF seasonable
DRESS GOODS, "Small and Odd Lots" " Broken
Sizes unused ana Tumbled" things. Don't
get tho idea that these are all imperfect goods
whenever they are 80 we II tell You.
IT Is A GENERAL SALE OF ALL CLASSES
OF MERCHANDISE AT SACRIFICE PRICES.
Reductions are the order Of the day-not one
but every department in our store is contri-
buting 10 their sale.
II you have needs in any particular line per-
haps your special bargain Is waiting for you.
ASK FOR 1T.
Remember. this is the last day OF this special
Remnant Sale.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-31

BY the law of Maryland, which, how
ever, is poorly enforced, every parent
must have his child vaccinated within six
calendar months Of its birth, and the vac
cination must be repeated until it is sue
cessful, unless the child is found to be in
susceptible. Teachers IN any school (pub-
lie or private) are forbidden TO receive any
person as scholar until such person has
produced the certificate of some prac-
ticing physician that such applicant for
admission has been duly vaccinated. The
penalty for violation of the law is $40 for
each offence.
Virginia ought to have good statute on
this subject. II State law is not to be
passed at this session OF the General As
sembly Richmond should ask for a special
act.
All OF the large cities are expecting small
pox this winter and are preparing therefor.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-31
DIVERSITY OF CROPS.

No formal resolutions were passed, but
the large attendance showed general in
terest in the questions considered. and the
discussions proved very clearly that the
farmers of this community have decided
that cotton shall no longer be- king, and
that home supplies will engage Their. first
attention and diversity of crops will fol-
low. MANY think that good was accom-
plished by the free interchange of views
and general experiences.
Ths Temperance Association at the
regular weekly meeting last night gave an
entertaining charade. 1t was managed by
Miss Eunice Mcdowell. one of the princi-
pals of the Female Academy, and was pro-
nounced a success.