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St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13
Congressional,


Hon. O. q. ProvOsty, OF Pointe Cou-
pee, is out as candidate for Con-
gress in this district. We now have
five, viz: Messrs. Cullom, Dupre,
Robertson, Coco and Provosty. The
district executive committee will meet
at Baton Rouge next Monday and fix
the date for holding the nominating
convention.
Col. Robertson returned to Baton
Rouge in the latter part OF last week
and reported every thing lovely in those
portions OF the district which he had
visited, and left shortly afterwards to
visit other portions. Judge Coco is al
SO making an active canvass, carrying
the war into Africa" as it were, and
making public speeches; we have not
learned their purport, however. Judge
Cullom has written a letter defining his
position on the demands of the Alliance,
admitting the justice of most Of them
but antagonizing the visionary sub
treasury plan; while Messrs. Dupre
and Provosty are about to plunge Cor
have already plungcO into the tlIickest
of the fray. And SO the fight goes mer-
rily on. No i'll feeling has developed 50
far. IuNt micur.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13
PRETTY SURPRISE.


A beautifully illustrated and charmingly
bound edition of Longfellow's Evangelnc,'
the most popular long poem ever published ny
an American author, and one OF the most IA
nous poems in the language, just published, is
a pretty surprise for book-lovers. 1t is in large
type, numerous and excellent Illustrations,
Very fine and heavy paper, gilt edges, remark
ably handsome cloth binding, with gilt title
ever before been published at less cost than
$50, and that is about what you might guess
the price of this to be, but it isnt-it sells for
mail. This covers only about the actual cost
of manufacture by the 100000, the publishers
object being, not profit, but to show the book
tions are not sold by dealers, but only direct ;
catalogue, over 100 pages, a literary curiosity
III its way, is sent for 2-cent stamp. Every
home in the land ought to have copy OF this
EyangcIiue, so charmingfy beautiful, as pro-
duct of the book making art Address, john
B. Alden, Publisher, 81 Rose ST., New York.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13
Sidewalks.

A plank walk is being laid on the
southern end, east side, Of Court street
the funds for the purpose having been
raised by subscriptions, mainly through
the efforts of Mr. 3. F. Meginley. 1t
will extend from that gentleman's resi-
dence to point near his store, IL dis
tance of six or seven blocks.
We hope that our City Fathers will
take a hint from this fact, and, real
izing that our citizensde not Object to
payfng for.such conveniences, levy an
additional tax OF at mills to be devoted
to improvements OF this and kindred
nature. This they can do. under Art.
200 of the Constitution, without the ex-
pense and delay of holding an election
to submit the question to the taxpayers
of the town, the present rate OF taxa
ton being only y mills while the Con-
stitution allows them to levy tax-of
10 mills. Most towns of any consequence
in this State have long since reached
this limit, and several of them have
gone far beyond it. We will never have
good sidewalks until the town requires
property owners to make them and
assists them to do SO. Such wide-awake
towns as Thibodaux and Donaldson
vile have already recognized this fact,
and they have secured an excellent sys-
tenn of sidewalks by paying out OF the
funds derived from taxation half the
costs of its creation and maintenance,
the property owners paying the other
half.
The building of sidewalks on the snb-
scription plan will end here. At least,
it cannot be expected to go much fur
ther. We know, too, by experience,
that our property owners, as q rule, will
not build decent sidewalks at their own
expense. While we have some pave
ments that would pass muster IN any
CITY, we have some-and in the centre
of town. at that--that would be a dis
grace to a FIJI village; and they will
remain so indefinitely under present
conditions. Then, let the enterprfsipg
gentlemen who contributed to the
building of this new. sidewalk say to
our Town Solons that they will approve.
sustain and endorse any action on their
part which will place our beautiful
town in the front rank which she ought
to occupy, and let the public spirited
citizens in every part OF town say to
them the same thing. With the back
ing and support of our best and most
citizens, the Council Will
move cheerfuIly forward in the path OF
the rank and file of our cltl-
will catch the inspiration, a
healthy and enlightened public senti-
ment will be promoted, and its life-glv-
ing current will seek many new chan
nels, improving, beautifyiDg and uplift-
ing our grand old town, which is the
dearest spot on earth to all OF us.
Let us shake off our lethargy, lay
aside our chickering's, join hands, and
take a step forward!
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13
yAUNT TO THE ROCKIES.


As the first days of summer come, the 1ues-
ton naturally arises among tourists and pleas
ure seekers, where shall we spend our vaca-
ton If a map of either the IRON MOUNTAIN
ROUTE or MISSOURI PACIFIC RAILWAY is
at hand, glance over it gives you the answer,
I'm THE REGION OF THE ROCKIES
Your mind is made as to location. Now the
selection of the route is the next matter of inn
portance The IRON MOUNTAIN MISSOURI
PACIFIC LINES offer the choice OF two routes
famed summer resorts of Colorado, Utah and
the Rocky Mountains, via: Little Rock, Fort
Smith and the WAGNER ROUTE, and via
St. Louis, Kansas City and the " Colorado
Short Line :" Through Pullman Buffet Sleeping
Cars, st. Louis to Kansas City, Pueblo, Colora'
do Springs and Denver; Through Pullman BIf-
fet Sleeping Cars, via Missouri Pacific and Un-
ion Pacific Railways, st. Louis to Denver, Chey-
enne, ogden and Salt Lake City. For further
particulars, call or write Company's Agent ST.
and beautifully illustrated and descriptive
pamphlet.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13
"TOHLETTESn

For September is Il superb number of that
elegant Fashion journal. Each issue seems to
be more beautifu1than the preceding lit appears
TO he s.rowing in size as we'll, for it has now 20
pases instead of 16 as formerly, besides lsI d.
some cover yet the price, Is cents for single
copy, or S1.50 per year. remains the same. 1t is
quite evident the publishers are determined
that TOILETTES" shall be the favorte
Fashion Magazine i'll this country, and 1t is just
as evident that our lady friends are Of the same
opinion, as they are all buying 1t. All first
class book and news dealers have it on sale one
muuth in advance. Published by TOilettes
Publishing Co., 126 West 23d Street, New York.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13

One Of the most pleasant features OF
the recent press meeting at Alexandra
was the 13-mie drive around the
Horse shoe" and the stop at the hos
pitable home of Mr.. w. P. Flower. In
one Of the carriages forming the gally
bedecked procession were Gen. Nc
Grath, of Baton Rouge, who thinks that
his parish cannot be beat at raising any
agricultural product except rice; Mr..
Chanfreau, of Houma, who insists that
the soil of Terreboune is of incompara-
BILE and unapproachable fertility; and
the writer, who just actually knows
that the Empire Parish is far ahead OF
all the rest. 1t happened that this
writer had made the trip around the
Horse shoe last year near the close OF
long droutli, when he was astounded to
SEQ the crops along the entire distance
looking as fresh and as vigorous as II
they had been blessed with the most
favorable seasons. On entering the car
riage, he communicated these facts to
his companions, whose natural comment
was that il the crops in this section
thrived so well in a season OF drouth,
they certainly must be correspondingly
injured by the excessive rainfall OF the
preceding five or six weeks. But when
field after field of magnificent corn,
cotton and cane came into view, the
unanimous though reluctant verdict OF
the party was that the crops Of Rapldes,
or ut least those along the Horse shoe,
surpassed as whole anything they had
| ever beLeld. And the depression OF
| spirits which followed this unwelcome
convictions, SO humiliatiDg to the =" par
ish pride of every member OF the
party, was not completely relieved un'
til Mrs. Geiger, in her elegant ice cream
! parlors, and with the assistance OF sew
elal of the most lovely maidens III town
had with charming smiles and lavlsl
hands served the crestfallen trio will
the most delicious refreshments the es
tablishment could provide.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13
BELRsAIRE NaARCANTEI,
NOTECE!

LAND OFFICE AT NEW ORLEANS. La,
July Sth, 1892.
Notice is hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice of his intention
that said proof will be made before the Clerk
OF the District Court at Opelousas, on Monday,
August 22d, 1892, viz: EFAENNE BROWN,
who made Homestead Entry No. $3.50 for the
II W Sec. 35, TIP. 6, S r W. La. Meridian.
He names the following witnesses to prove
his continuous residence upon, and cultivation
of. said land, viz:
Rodolphe Savoic, Martin Miller, Joseph Ri.
chard and Francois johnson, all of St. Landry
parish, La. CHAS. G. PALFREY,
July IL. 1892 st Register.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13
TIRE CREEDE CAMP EXCITE.
HHENT.

Crcede Camp promises to become second
Leadvlle The number of people going into
history of Colorado, except only during the
Leadville excitement. 1t is estimated that
now the townste is located, that
there will lie ten thousand people in tue camI
by July l. The new discovery Is only reached
by the Denver and Rio Grande railroad, and
there is no staging
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13
EVERY DEMOCRAT
Hrsnresscd i'm she National Ticket.

vMyO arm himself against the sophistrics OF the
III Republican party, every Democrat shoul1
read FRAUDS AND FALsEHOODS OF THE
REPUBLICAN PARTY, the latest, the largest
It shows the FALLACY of PROTECTlON, the
WEAKNESS of RECIPROCITY, the FINAN-
CIAL Mismanagement and WAsIEtuL ;E,o *
ccomnarison of the MILLS and MCKINLEY bills
is an EYE-OPENER to Farmers, Merchanlcs
and Laborers. Complete BioSraphles OF
CLEVELAND and STEVENSON, full report
Of the convention, the Party Platform and au
EXPOSITION of Democratic Principles. Nearly
600 pages, Price only sl.5O. Special Terms to
Democratic Clubs. BIG PAY to w, M9KkiNm a. r.
cents. Address H. j. SMITH d Co.,
2G3 Wabash Ave, CHICAGO, LIZ
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13

Hon. C. G. Duson had the road ma
chine in operation this week on the
road leading from town to the CALI
ham bridge, aud with five of his hands
and seven of his mules was doing good
work until the heavy rain on Thursday
morning put quietus on the business.
We have no doubt but that as soon as
the weather permits, our public spirited
friend will resume operations and nev-
or "let up" until that road is in apple
pie order" Let others follow bis COM
mendable example. ....."
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13
ONEZEME DEsHsOTEL,
NOTICE..
LAND OFFICE AT NEW ORLi

LAND OFFICE AT NEW ORLEANS, La,
July %, 1892
Notice is hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice of his intention
to make final proof in support of his claim, and
that said proof will be made before the clerk
of the District court at Opelousas, La, on Sat
urlay, Sept. 10, 1892, viz
LAsTAE LOUIS FONTENOT,
who made Homestead Eutry No. 140l3 for the
south of southwest /, southwest of southeast
shin ) south range east Louisiana Meridian.
lie names the following witnesses to prove
his continuous residence upon and cultivation
Of said land, viz: =
Uypollte Soileau, William Fontenot, Treville
Guillory and Julien ID. Guillory, all of ST. Ian
dry Parish Louisiana.
CHAS. G. PALFREY,
July 80 ct. Register.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13

The concert TO be given here next
week by the famous Owen Sisters, as
sisted ba Prof. r. Mayer, will he musi-
cal feasysucll as our people are not often
afforded, an opportunity to enjoy. 1t
will he worth more than the price OF
admission just TO listen to the strains OF
the old professors violin, while the per-
formances of the ladies, who are now
teaching music at Crowley, are spoken
of by connoisseurs in terms Of highest
praise. Don't fail to hear them.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13
LAsTAE LOUIS FONTENG
IMPORTANT TO LADIES.

FNNHE undersigned OWNS the patent right tor
III this parish for Smart's Swinging Trtadle,
the best and easiest device made for running a
sewing machine, 1t Is easily operated by any
one--a child years old can manage lh There
is no tat que in working it for any length OF
time and It can be attached to any sewing ma
chine. 1t will be put on your machine free OF
cost and if not found AS represented. taken
of and machine put back as found, without III
jury.
For full particulars apply to
Augs ops!oasas, La.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13
IOttSaS.

After several days of fine weather,
each shining hour of which our farm
ers utilized in. pulling and curing their
fodder, Il heavy rain fell on Thursday,
and we fear that much of the fodder
was ruined.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13

Armand Nelson was cut with razor
: in six places by Nat Clark on last Sun
day morning, on the little Teche or Ma
rie Croquant, and Nat got his arm brok-
en- by pistol shot fired by Armand.
The wounds are severe, but not danger
Gus. Dir. r. NJ. Littell patched up both
belligerents, who are cOlored.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13

After deadlock lasting several weeks
the police jury last Thursday elected
Mr.. Robert Chacherc parish treasurer.
! Bob had as-strong claims on the office
as anybody we know of on that side of
the house, and the public funds will be
safe i'm his hands.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13

Have any steps been taken to harmon
ize the two executive committees IN this
parish? We know Of no. reason why 1t
should not be done at once, and cannot
see why it should not be done without
the Intervention of the State commit
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13

at the instance of Councilman San
doz, a committee of three was appoint
ed at the last meeting of the Board of
Police to ascertain the cost OF survey
ing the town, in order to properly To-
cate the streets and sidewalks. A
good move, and one which we hope
will result in the improvement OF the
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13

STENoGRApHER.-A young lady de-
sires employment in Opelousas as Ste
nographer aud typewriter. Address
Stcnographcr, care DEMOCRAT, Ope-
lnusaS
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13

fine blooded stallion is offered Tor
sale cheap. See advertisement IN an
other column.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13

u. Roos & Son are putting down an
elegant artificial stone sidewalk on two
sides of their new two story brick store
which is almost completed.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13

At an election held on the nth for OF
ficers of Opelousas Social Club tho fol-
lowing were elected: J. L. Cain, Pres
ident Nathan Roos, 1st Vice -Presdcnt;
j. j. Thompson, I'd Vice-PresideDt; M.
DGpres, Recording Secretary; Eddie
l.. Loeb, Financial Secretary; $. l.. He
brard, Treasurer; Aaron S. Loeb, Hall
Manager
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13
NOTICE !.
UNITED STATES l.

UNITED STATES LAND OFFICE,
New Orleans, La, July %, 1892
Notice is hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice of his intention
to make final proof i'll support of Ills claim, and
that said proof will be made before the Clerk
of the District Court at OpelOusas, La, on
Saturday. Sept. 10, 1892, viz:
ONEZEME DEsHOTEL,
who made Homestead Entry No. 1lol3 for the
west J, of northeast and east of northwest l.
Section 3, township 5, south range ! cast
Louisiana meridian.
He names the following witnesses TO prove
his continuous residence upon and cultivation
of said land viz:
Hypolite Soileau, William Fontcnot. Trcvllle
GuillOry and Julien u. GuillOry, all of st. Ian
dry Parish, Louisiana.
CHAS. e. PALFREY,
July 30 st. Register.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13

FoR RENT.-The fine business stand
on Main street, under the Courier offlee
Possession given Immediately.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13

A lot of fresh and juicy hams at Me-
yinley's at low figures. Get one quick
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13

The Police Jury sat several days this
week and adjourned too late lor Us 70
publish the proceedings in this ISSUE.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13
n !. 49, - - ~ Z
DeImonico syrup at Meginley's.

Remember the concert next Friday
night. See advertisement.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13

Mr.. Remi Mornhinveg has removed
his jewelry store to his new stand
on Main street under the New Opera
House. He has fine stock OF jewelry
of every kind, and is prepared to sup
ply the wants of the public.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13

!. B. Sandoz has an extensive assort-
ment of buggies, carriages, &c.,-and his
p,iees are probably little lower than
the lowest. Better see him about it.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13
NOTICE.

vuvHE public is hereby notified that will not
be responsible for any debts that may be
contracted by my wife, Hermina Gallnt.
July 2a-bt tstDORE EREIE.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13

A good second hand bicycle can be
had cheap by applying at this ottice.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13

The Police Jury of Lafayette parish
has adopted the same plan for main
tanning the public roads OF that parish
in good order as that in force in Rap
ides since last year, and in the last issue
OF the Lafayette Advertiser appears a
notice calling for sealed proposals for
"the drainage, repair, grading and
maintenance of forty miles OF public
roads in said parish in first class travel
ing condition for four years." Suppose
our Police Jury would try the expert
ment here-on small scale, at least?.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13
NOTICE..
LAND OFFICE AT NEW ORLEANS, La,

LAND OFFICE AT NEW ORLEANS, LA.,l
July %, 1892.
Notice is hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice of his intention
to make final proof in support of his claim, and
that said proof will be made before the Clerk
OF the District Court at OpelOusas, La, on
Saturday, Sept 10th, 1892, viz:
RELHSAIRE NARCANTEI,
who made Homestead Entry No. 14Ol2 for the
northwest / of southeast /, northeast j of
southwest !, and east of southeast /, Sec. 8,
township south range ! east, Louisiana
Meridian
He names the following witnesses to prove
his continuous residence upon andscultivation
of, said land, viz:
Hppolite Soileau, William Fontenot, Treville
GullOry and Julien ID. GuillOry, all of st. Ian
dry parish louisiana
CHAS. c. PALFREY,
July 80, 1892 ct Register
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13
NoTIC<E

gWVfIE Office of the st. Landry Homestead and
Loan Association has been removed to- the
southeast corner room, second floor, FIRST Ma
tional Bank building.
z. u. ESTILETTE.
Iulv "a 1Sgl President.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13

Children Cry for Pitchers Csstorla.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13
GRAND VOCAL AND INSTRUMENTAL
CONCERT
By the Talented Favorites, the
OWEN SISTERS
Assisted by
PROF. IL. MAYER,
LITTELLS OPERA HOUSE,
Friday Evening, August 10th, 1892

The programme will embrace the choicest
rems of Classic Music, Opera and Character
Songs. A. .
Admission Adults 50 cents Children % cents.
Tickets for sale at Littells and Bailey drug
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13
80 81 z iolIy tlsheTmen, CONSIST

4 barty Of Jolly fishermen, : consist
- Messrs z. III. Ealer, L. g. Chacheie,
p i Lefebyre, c. M. Thompson, b. r.
Mseinley, Jos. Firnherg, Ollie Thomp-
son and Raoul j. Payy, with COOKS
aud hos,lcrs, left for the Dafbonne OF
calcasieu river last Monday morning.
They we're provided with ratl'ns ioi
fen DAYS, but their commissary seemed
= think that the liquid refreshments
,aLan along were sufficient to last ali
ordinary crowd six months 50 there Is
mo- telling when they will return. Inc
nrovender for their horses was silippeo
Iy ,a,l from Lake Charles to oberiin'
on the recently completed H. =. W. .
G. RAILROAD, a point 8 or . miles i'o''
where they are eamped'
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13

NoTICE.-A loan of $1,000 will be of
fered to the shareholders OF the St. Ian
dry Homestead aud Loan Association,
oil Monday, August 18th, at their
Office over the First National Bank OF
#Opeiousas. Z. ~bAiLEf'
Aug. 9. secretary
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13

Some three months ago Mcssrs. j. u.
Chaehere and Edw. Dejean placed the
road leading east Of town to Wyble's
bridge in fine condition at their own
expense. Notwithstanding the almost
incessant rains of the past 60 days,
most Of this road is in very good order
now. lie we had mere men OF public
spirit like these, we would have fewer
bad roads; and il our road overseers
would address themselves to their work
Nth the proper spirit, so many fears
!. i, Nd not be expressed to-day that our
eannt,y friends will not be able to bring
tha;r nr,, suce to town this fall.
St. Landry democrat. (Opelousas, La.) 1878-1894, 1892-08-13
FOR SALE.

~ BAY STALLION GLAUcUs,"
~ 4years old this spring; over 16
hands high; sired by Manitlo,
wS#% 8son of Harold, sire of Maud s.,
AGrecord 2.0s4; dam a large Ken
A lucky mare Has been Ill tram
er's hands only so days and can 90 mile III
hetter than minutes and can show 24o gait.
Will he sold at a bargain.
Horse can he seen and price ascertaned hy
applying to J. +. Snydur Opelousas, La aus
Evening capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1888-1893, 1892-06-10
SUPREME COURT.
SALEM, June 8, 1892.


The Umatilla Irrigation company,
resp, VS.. The Umatilla Improve
ment company ct al, apps, appeal
from Umatilla county; judgment
reversed and the suit dismissed.
Opinion by Strahan, j. G.
The Umatilla Company, resps.,
VS.. jeremiah Barnhart ct al, apps,
appeal from Umatilla county; judg-
ment of the lower court affirmed.
Opinion by Strahan, j. G..
Stale of Oregon, resp, vs. e. p.
Rogers, app, appeal from Linn
county, judgment reversed and re-
manded to the lower court for fur
ther proceedings not inconsistent
with this opinion, Opinion by
Bean, j.
In this decision in the Rogers case
it is held that when the last legisla-
ture passed an act increasing the
powers of the state board of equali-
zation it repealed, by implication,
the Hoult law.
Morse VS.. Macrum; former opin-
ion modified and rehearing denied.
Opinion by StIahan, j. @.
Court adjOured until next Thurs
day, the 10th of June.