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The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

NOTICE.-U. S Land Office, New Orleans
lV La, Feb. H., 1893. - 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 Judge of the District
Conrt, ut Opelousas, La, on Wednesday,,
March 90, 1893, viz:
stephen johnson.
who made HomesteadSEnt No. 9763 for the
NW4 Sec 8, TIP. 3, s r, ! west, Lou
isiana Meridian.
He names the following witnesses to prove
his continuous residence upon. and cntiva'
ton of, said land, viz: Zenon Mnrcantel,
David Johnson, VIM o. Johnston and Jasper
Peters all of St. Landry Parish, La.
CHAS. c. PALFREY,
Feb. lS. 1898 ct Register.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18


The entertainment of the Opelousas
Female Institute on the evening of
March 10th, was both interesting and
amusing, and we regret was not more
numeroIsly attended. The elaborate
programme was carried out in most
creditable manner. especially when we
take into consideration the very short
time it had been in rehearsal. The
differentGoles, with scarcely an excep-
ton, were admirably executed and
evidently to the satisfaction and enjoy
ment of the intelligent audience pres
ent. The object of the entertainment
was to raise funds for the purchase OF
an organ for the school, and We would
lave been pleased to have seen "A large
attendance on the occasion. We hope
the faculty and scholars of the Opelou
sas Female Institute will consent to
repeat the performance, when we trust
their efforts will be better appreciated.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

NOTICE. There will be divine servI-
ces at the Presbyterian church on Fri
day, March 18th at 7:30 P. NJ, and Sat
urday, March 18th, at Ii a. m. and 7:3O
D. M, and communion services Sunday,
18th at Ii a. m. The Rev. DR.. j. II.
Nall, the Presbyterian Evangelist from
New Orleans, will assist in the services
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

Did you ever hear of the Olivier
Chilled and Steel plow? If not, go
and consult your neighbor who uses
one, he will tell you what they are.
Jos. Bloch keeps constantly full as
sortment. He is the only agent in this
parish for them. Go and get one
They are doing fine work, are light
draft and are cheaper than any other.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

A Teachers Association was tenn
poralily organized here last Wednesday
by the election Of Mrs. NJ. NJ. Hayes as
president and Miss Gabrielle Hebrard
secretary. This is Il move in the right
direction and cannot fail to prove ii
great benefit aud assistance to all en-
gagged in the important vocation Of ed
ucation. 1t is proposed to form a per
manent organization at "a meeting to~be
called fer that purpose shortly,
and to which all teachers in Opelousas
aud neighboring localities will he in
vited to participate.
Mr. Fl I'll. Hargrove, who has dev"t-
ed man. years to the subject of rdu-
cation, was present at the meeting
Wednesday, and impaired much valu
able and practical information on the
subject to those present. There is no
doubt that Teachers Association will
prove of great assistance to the teach
ers and immense benefit to the cause
Of education generally.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

Upon the evenings of March 2lst and
22nd there will be lectures at the parish
courthouse by the popular w. c. t. U.
speaker, Mrs. Wells. We bespeak for
her large attendance upon both oc-
casions and feel sure that her audiences
will not go away disappointed.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

If Mr. j.. P. Trosclair meets with
proper encouragement he will intro
duce street sprinkler in Opelousas
Those thinking favorably Of the pro-
iect are requested to leave their names
at this off ce.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

We hlave received The first numbe Of
Evangetine, the new paper just started
in St. Martnsvjlle as the successor of
the Reueille, recently destroyed by fire.
Our friend, Carlos Greig Esq, is ed
tor and publisher. 1t is published in
french and english, neatly printed and
well filed with interesting reading and
local news. We wish friend Greig full
success in his new venture.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

Our friend DR.. w. w. Duson now at
the Die Allegemeiues Krankenhaus,
VIII--London Goss--6, Vienna, Aus
tria, has acquired half interest in the
Shute drugstore. which will now be
conducted under the firm name of
Shute & Duson,--onr friend Jos. E.
Estorge still snpervises the mixing de-
partment.
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The B r. Allocate saws +:

Hon. a. J. Lafargue of Avoyelles for ap-
praiser, Col. T. Sambola Jones of East Baton
Rouge for consulship, and DR. Robert NJ
Littell of Stn Tammany for Inspector of
Drugs, are among the latest applicants for
Federal positions in Louisiana.
The DR.. Littell referred to is doubt
Iess onr worthy towusman, not of St.
Tammany, but coroner of st. Landry,
who is fully qualified for the position
of Inspector of Drugs.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

CEMETERY BENEFIT = The Steam
Merry go-round will give benefit for
the public cemetery on Wednesday,
March 22d, evening aud night, for.
sUhite people only. All white people
cordially invited
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

The special meeting of the Police
jury was called for last Thursday TO
choose delegates to represent st. Lam
dry in the Immigration Convention,
which meets in New Orleans next Tues
day. The list of delegates will be
found in the proceedings in another
cnlnmn.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18
NONSTABLE'S SALE.

NONSTABLE'S SALE.
18th Justices Court, Parish of st. Landry
No 1913.
Jos Bloch vs.. Claiborne Birotte.
BY virtue of u writ of fl. IA, to me directed
by the Hon. A. w. Dejean, Justice of the
Peace, 18th ward, in and for the parish of st
Landry, vii proceed to sell at public auc
ton to the last and highest bidder, on
SATURDAY Y, the 25th day of March, A,
d., lS93 at 10 o'clock a. m, on the premises
at plaquemne Point, in the parish of st.
Landry, the following described property,
seized in the above entitled suit, to-wIt:
One Wagon.
Terms-Cash v s. BOURQ UE.
Constable 18th ward Parish Of st. Landry
March Ii, 1893.
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NOTICE OF TABLEAU.
Probate Court, Parish of 81. Landry, No. $500

PFOb0Ee C0ltrI, PdrtSh Of 81. Landry, NO. J2UU.
ESTATE OF BELIzAIRE MARCANTEL, decd.
Whereas Melissa Bundick of the parish
of St. Landry, administrators of the above en-
titled estate, has filed final tableau Of
classification of debts and distribution
of funds of said estate, accompanied by her pc
ttion praying for the homologation of the
same;
tion and tableau has been ordered by an Or
der of court bearing date March z, 1893.
Now, therefore, notice is hereby given to all
persons interested to make opposition to said
tableau, in writing, at my Office in the town
of Opelousas, within the time required by law,
why said tableau should not be homoogated
and confirmed.
G. M. THOMPSON,
March II, 1893. Clerk.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

Baton Rouge has Ladies' Veteran
Aid Society, the object and purposes
of which are set fourth as follows, in
the Vanity Fair column of the Truth {:
1t will be the object Of the members
to take charge of the Confederate mon.
ument on the Boulevard and erect an
iron fence around said monument.
They will also assist the Confederate
Veterans Of Camp No. IL, in whatever
cause necessary. Thus this auxiliary
of one Of the noblest and most revered
organization, have laid out plan of ac-
ton which testities their patriotism
and charitableness characteristic of
Southern woman hood All wives and
dauhtrrs of Confederate veterans are
invited to join this association at its
next meeting.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

The name Of Gen. Leon Jastremski
has been mentioned as candidate for
u. S. Marshal, and certainly no more
worthy and competent man could be
found in this district for the position.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

The Ne,v York Family Story Paper
building was gutted by fire on the
morning Of February %, yet notwith-
standing the great loss and delay, the
New York Family Story Paper will be
delivered regularly to newsdealers and
subscribers as usual
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18
Personal.


Mr.. FL. III. Hargrove, general travel
ing agent and staff correspondent of
the New Orleans Picayune, was in
Opelousas several days this week in
the interest of the excellent journal
he Is representing, and incidentally,
working up the educational interests
OF this section. Mr.. H. is an expert
IN educational matters, having occupied
the onerous and responsible position
OF superintendent of public schools for
Caddo parish for several years which,
thanks to his indefatigable energy and
Intelligent management, have been
brought to a high state of perfection,
second to no other parish in the State.
DIR. V. X, Irien left for New Orleans
last Monday as delegate to the Grand
Lodge, knights of Honor.
E. j. Clements, ESQ, of Oberlin, was
in town Wednesday, looking in fine
health and spirits
Mr.. Jules Block of Praire Hayes, was
attending to business here Monday.
Judge A. NJ. Aucoin, representing
the N. 0. Brewing Association, was in
town this week.
We had an appreciated call last
Thursday from B. A. Guidry, Esq, the
popular Plaquemine Ridge notary.
Assessor M. L. Swoards, of Opelou-
sas, passed through the city Tuesday
on his way to Crowley Lafayette Ad-
vertiser.
Miss Aida Guidry of Opelousas, is
spending a few days in town as the
guest of the Misses Revilion.-Lafa-
yette Gazette.
Miss Marie Simon, bewitchihg and
winsome belle Of Opelousas, is sojourn-
ing in our midst, the guest of the
chaming Misses Felicie and Blanche
Durand st Martinsvile Evangeline
Miss Effie Young left for Opelousas
last Monday for two week'e visit
She will be greatly missed during her
absence by her host of friends Lafay
cite Advertiser.
Hon. C. c. Duson spent several days
in Crowley this week looking after bis
interests in this section.-C1owley Sig
nal.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

The Lafayette Gazette is new can
lidate for public patronage, the first
number of which Vas issued last Satur-
day ia our sister town of Lafayette, by
Messrs. C. A. Thomas and Homer j..
Mouton, both experienced newspaper
men. The Gazette is u column folio,
well filed with news and editorial
items. We wish our new confreres
anncnes
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

We take pleasure in calling attention
to the card of Mr. T. G.. Chachere,
Architect, 10 another column. Mr..
Chachere is DO stranger, being "to the
manor born, and most of our readers
are already aware of his capabilities as
an architect. IF you should need any
thing in his line give him call.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

We learn from reliable source that
0pelousas can secure the establishment
of an oil mill by paying bonus of $3,-
900 and furnishing the necessary land
on which to build
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

st. Landry's pro rata of the appor-
tionment Of public school funds recent
ly made is the largest of any parish
ip the State outside of Orleans, being
$4 ,276.05,
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

Keg beer, fresh from the Brewery ,
transported on ice and delivered ice
cold, in kegs, half kegs or quarter kegs.
Leave your orders with FL. Crawford,
at the cold storage warehouse.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

EPISCOPAL CHURcH.-There Will be divine
service in the Church of the Epiphany" on
the I'd Sunday in the month at IL O'clock a.
m. and on the 4th Sunday at $3.50 p. m, the
Rev. A. R. Price officiating.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

Our new rice mill is going up with a
rush. The machinery has arrived and
is heing unloaded from the cars ready
to be put in the building as soon as the
same is ready to receive it, and it is
very likely that the mill will be in full
operation within sixty days, as
originally intended, Notwithstanding
sone delay in starting the building.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18
T. G.. CHACHERE
= ARCHITECT =
March 49, 1898.

NOTICE.
OFFICE ST. LANDRY HoMEsT'D & LOAN ASSN,
Opelousas, March 10, 1893. 5
An election for eleven directors of the st.I an
dry Homestead & Loan Association will be held
at the office of the Association on Monday, the
Goth March, 1899. nnder the sup tT1 si0I Af Mes
SIS. ). J. Thompson, Henry L. EstOrge and Remit
Mornhinveg. The election to be by ballot an
to commence at 7:30 o'clock y. m. and to close
at o'clock p. IN.
L. ID. ESTILETTE,
March H. 1898 President.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

Having recently made important ad-
ditious to my dairy stock, | am pre-
pared to furnish choice fresh milk to
families twice day, delivered at domi
Gil. H. CRAWFORD, Jr.,
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An alarm of fire last Sunday night at
about 7:30 o'clock promptly brought
9nt the entire fire department, but the
Ere was extinguished before the en-
gInes arrived on the scenes The
alarm was caused by a bed in negro
cabin near the residence of Mr.. j. Mey y
ers, having taken fire. No damage
was done except the burning Of mat
trRss
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18
PraiseWorthy.

We learn from an entirely reliable
source that, the Rev. Mr.. Abbott,
(colored) of the NJ. E. Church Of
colored persons, in this town, has been
exhibiting an active interest in the
improvement of the Protestant ceme-
terry grounds in Opelousas. That lie
has prevailed on some of his colored
friends to repare there on Saturdays
and assist in removing obstacles.
preparatory to the erection of wire
fence around the graves of their dead
This is highly commendable and lauda
BILE, in both the Pastor and his friends.
A certain portion of the premises, is
taken up by the graves of their depart
ed friends and relatives, and it is very
becoming in them to assist in protect
ing and beautifying the place.
Mrs. Gray has been indefatigable in
her efforts. Much patience has been
required and practieed in doing what
has been done. She is still persevering,
and is now near enough through, to
see how,,~What remains to bcs may be
done.
The colored people deserve much
praise. They have contributed some
money, and are now working gratis,
under the direction Of their good Pastor
Mr.. Abbott. The work is equivalent
to meney, and we repeat it, the colored
people are deserving of much praise
for what they have done, and are
continuing to do.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

BAPTIST CHuRCH.-Opelousas, Oh the lst
and 2nd Sundays of every month.
REV. PHILLIPS, Pastor.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

The music of the ssaw and hammer
and trowel may be heard all over
rtown--and on the suberbs.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

Our planters are generally well
advanced with their farming Corporations,
and the plows are kept moving.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

A refrigerator car loaded with beer
from the N. g. Brewing Association,
was received Wednesday and stored in
the cold storage warehouse of the com
pany, recently built on the Whitworth
property near the railroad on Landry
street.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18
SALE.

IstJustice's Court, Parish of St Landry,
No. -.
JOS Bloch vs.. Mannette Comeau and Honor6
Thibodaux.
BY virtue of q writ of fl. IA, to me directed
by the Hon. j. B. G.. Donate, Justice of the
Peace, lst ward, in and for the parish of St
Landry, 1 will proceed to sell at pub
lie auction to the last and highest bid
der, on WEDNESDAY, March ~, 1898
at IL o'clock a. M, for cash, at the office
of Hon. j. b. G. Donate. in the town of Opel
ousas, parish of st. Landry, the following
described property, seized in the above Gu
tit!Ga suit, towit: -
One American dun mare and colt, Un3
American black stallion, one hog.
Terms-Cash.
Il. Z. BROWN
Constable ist ward, parish of st. Landry
March Is, 1893.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

Remember that Shute & Dnson's
drug store is headquarters for every
thing in the drug line.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

The grand event of the season is the
ball by the 0. P, L. g. D. A. at Perro-
din's Hall, April 4th. Don't miss it.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

The fare for delegates to the Immi-
grafton Convention in New Oaleans
will be $665 for the round trip over
the Morgan road from Opelousas.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

NOTICE.-U: s. Land Office, New Orleans,
" La., Feb %, l893.-Notice is hereby Civ
en- that the following named settler has fled
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, on Wednesday, Aprl.i2
1898, viz:
Phoebe Ramdle,
who made Homestead entry No. 1882, for the
M of N e ! and NJ of w Sec. IL, Town
ship g. S r. west Louisiana meridian
He names the following witnesses to prove
his continuous residence upon. and cultiva-
tion of said land, viz: VIM. Randle, Eli
Clark, George Dockins and Ishmel Godfrey,
all of St Landry Parish. Louisiana.
CHARLES C. PALFREY
March A. 1893. Register.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

The cool weather in the early part
of this week was somewhat unexpected
after the very mild weather of last
week
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

A lot of fine white shirts just receiv=
ed at Bloch's, which will be sold to
suit these hard times. d,
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18
OPELOUSAS: Q
Church Directory.

PRESBYTERIAN CHURcH.-Services at One
lousas every Sd Sunday of the month at IL a.
M, and 7:30 p. m. At Bellevue, the first Sun
5ay of each month at ii a. m. and 1880 p. IN
REV. GEO. FRAZER, Pastor
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

What will Opelousas send to the
Worlds Fair at Chicago-don't all
speak at once.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

B. M. Hulse is still prepared to
negotiate loans on long time at
moderate rate of interest on improved
plantations.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

Don't forget, the first grand ball af-
Ter Lent will be given by the Q. 2. l.
s. D. A. on Tuesday, April 4th.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

Do not buy any -four until you have
examined both quality and price at
J. K. Sandoz g. Bro.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

Money paid for rent will pay your
dues and interest in the St. Landry
Homestead and Loan Association aud
the home will be yours.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

Why send off for your Illuminating
oils when You can have it delivered at
a t6ontant's notice, at the lowest rates
by leaving lnnr orders with Mason Nc
Bride, of the Waters Pierce Oil Co,
near the depot.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

S... advertisement of the N. 0. Brew
ing Asrocia,In,,. H. Crawford, Jr.
agent, in another cnlnmn.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

CoAL.-Pittsburg coal delivered any
where within the corporation limits IN
any quantity by j. B. Sandoz.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

FoR RENT.-The cottage on Main
Street, recently occupied by j. L. Skip
per, Esq. For Terms apply TO J. Mey-
cfs g. Co.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

Grand opening ball Of the season on
Tuesday, April 4th, by the o. P L. &
D. A. ut Perrodin's Hall Choice Mn-
sic i,y a popular orchestre.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

If you need any style of cravat,
collar, or cuffs. don't fail to go to
Bloch's. He is headquarters in that
line
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

JOS Birch HAS received lot OF nice
spring ,.lsahing call and see him Tor
atyle ANA low prices.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

Order Your eysters, crabs and fish
from Vilaseca ,pt1elivered at domiciI.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

Times are hard and money is scarce
bnt goods are certainly cheap at j. K
Sandoz e. Bro.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

Fancy paper and envelopes, albums.
toilet articles, soaps, perfumeries, etc.,
at Bailey's drugstore.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

Fon sALE-A peddling hack, as
good as new. will be sold cheap. APP
ply at this Office.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

GooD OPPORTUNITY TO INVEST
Opelouaas, La, has need of Good
Hotel Building and large Livery
Stable. | have the lots suitable, and
will sell at reasonable price, and on
long terms of credit.
Fl. L. GARLAND,
July 9 Opelousas.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

A very nice clean Rio coffee at 30 cts.
per pound at J. X. Sandoz & Bro.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

First class open kettle sugar at Al
cts. per pound, at j K Sandoz & Bro.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

Rayn", La., March l3.-HoD. F. F..
Pe,.odin, formerly District Attorney
of this judicial district, died here to
day with complication of diseases, in
the 5lst year of his age. The deceased
was, few years ago, the most in,
fluential politician in this section, and
mt one time, strong candidate for the
nomination Of attorney general.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

Prescriptions filled at all hours at
Bailey's drugstore.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-03-18

A good clean rice 8 pounds for 10
cents. at j. *. Sandoz s. Bro.