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The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-07-22

II Whitworth Female College and Con-
servatory of Music and Art, Brook
haven, M iss., stands in the very front
rank of Southern institutions of learn
ing. With its handsome brick. build
ings, beautiful situation and remarka-
bly, healthfnl surroundings it is admir-
ably adapted for home. Add to these
every advantage that money can pro-
cure or ambition suggest for The higher
education of young ladies'. aud it be-
comes school most desirable for them.
President L.. T. Fitzhugh spares no
personal effort for the success of the
College and for the we'll being of those
entrusted to his care. The whole of
his time is given to education, and
particularly to the institution over
which he has presided with such signal
success for the past elk years. With
it's well-earHed reputation for thorough
and honest wort-its eommodous,
steam heated buildings and ample
gronnds--its wonderful health record,
and the splendid facilities it furnishes
in the departments of Literature,
Science, Art, Elocntion and Music
parents can not make mistake in de-
Gliding to send their daughters to Whit
worth. Read advertisement in today's
paper and write to Pres Fitzhugh for
catalogue.
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F ST. LANDRY, La, JULY %, 1898.
Excessive Executive Patronage.

1t is manifest to every intelligent
person that there exists many evils
which can be eradcated by proper
legislation which may now be enacted
without necessity of any constitutional
amendment. The greatest of these
evils finds its source in the extensive
patronage in the hands of the execu
tive. The existence of this evil seems
to be recognized by many of our legis-
lators, if we may judge from the mum
ber of bills introduced at the last ses
sion, looking to an abatement of the
cause of it. For obvious reasons, the
proposed legislation did not bear fru-
ition. Following close upon the cleo
ton, the friends of the administration
resented it as an attempted slight on
the executive, and rallied to man
against it. The friends of the propos-
ed legislation had chosen an inoppor-
tune time for the Inauguration of their
reform. But at the comming session
will be the proper time to press the
matter. The friends of the administra-
ton will not be able to give as rea-
son for opposing any legislation on the
subject that it is an abridgement clfi
prerogatiyes of the executive. The ex :
ecutive patronage is undoubtedly res
ponsible for much of the political ex-
element, turmoil and bitter feeling
which now characterize our party can
vases. Petty positions of police jn-
rors and school directors, and judicial
and other high positions are bartered
in advance by local leaders as condi-
tions for the support of tbs or that
man for governor. Men are ,placed in
these positions after the election not
on account of any peculiar fitness which
they have to fill them, nor yet because
the people of their wards, parishes or
districts desire them, but because this
or that hencfman of the successful
candidate for 1he governorship wants
their appointment as q reward for ser
vices rendered. AS result of this
false and undemocratic system of civil
service, we bave in many instances
men put in It,wer to tax the people
and spend their school funds, and 9th
,erwise to determine questions closely
concerning their welfare, whom the
peopleswould repudate if given voice
for any Office in their gift.-TIibo
deaux Sentinel.
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Capt. Tom Adams is spoken of 10 connee
ton with the Presidency of the Alliance. Capt
Tom recognizes the mistake the Alliance
made in the past, and that his efforts. either
as private member or as leader, will be di
rected to the work of building the unions up
again to their former strength and usefulness
on the right foundation.-fB. b. r. Capital Item
"Captain Tom," perhaps, emerged
from the last campaign with vslH 'hIe
fund of priceless experience an! ii is
safe to assume, that in the futn'r, he
will neither sdaDee with the bear y for
a partner, nor will he become "A party
voluntarily or otherwise-to any more
" Lafayette compacts' '"-Alexandria
Democrat.
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Opelousas Rice Mill.

On NJ lday last, everything haino ;n
cap ptdI order, T. j. Thompson Eso
set his ttchinery in motion in the rec.
nlar orS 'r of business. His mill has
oeen at work ever since and that toe. sat.
istactorliy. Out of the first rice millad
oy him, lie paid us, and many Others
The very pleasing and substantial com
piiment OF a goodIy size sack of it. =
The article is beautiful and leaves
nothing TO- be desired. except that he
may be abundantly rewarded for his
timely and necessary enterprise. We
appreciate his rememberance of ma.
coming as it did, in quantity 80 SUBJ
stantlal and in a manner characteristic
of thorough bred gentleman.
. We have heretofore spoken DC his
mlii, and we trust not without effect.
We saw in it an avenue of escape for
many of our rice producing friends.
from the cruel necessities of the pre.
existing order of things. Here at Mr..
IAompson's mill, rice planters can
have their rice milled at fair rates. and
can then place it on the market them
selves. Ii they would not like to do
this, he will pay them the ruling rates
tor it, and they can thus avoid the paw
ment of commissions to merchants.
he has our best wishes for his success.
Remember that competition is the
life of trade and that a temporary
benefit, may become the cause of q
lasting injury by crushing it out
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Are You Going to the Worlds
Fair 2

The object Of the Chicago Renting Agency
is to provide quarters for Worlds Fair visi-
tors in hotels and private residences at rea-
sofable rates. 1t is estimated that l5,00O,0 600
people will visit Chicago during the Fair. and
the question of, how such a number is to be
cared for, is already II serious Que, Chicago
will, as usual, prove equal to the occasion,
and there will be room for all, But where
can go?" is asked by the visitor. Read our
answer. We are thoroughly established in the
renting business and have room in private
residences, lodging houses and hotels in all
parts of the city, besides q number of places
under our personal supery yision. We claim to
be in position to serve the public in an en-
tirely satisfactory manner. Our experience
enables us to make better selections than you,
Every room will be inspected and guaranteed
just as represented. You run no risk of get
ting into places of questionable reputation.
This Company is Incorporated with
a capital of 100000, and will have an
agent in each county or parish in the
Union.
The undersigned having accepted
the agency for the parish of st. Landry,
is prepared to give all necessary in
formation and complete all arrange
ments for those visiting Chicago. No
charge will be made for our services.
Letters of inquiry should enclose u
stamp for reply. We are prepared to
issue membership certificates free If
charge, which insnres lodgings to the
holder on arrival in Chicago without
unnecessary delay or expense.
Particular attention is called to the
fact that this Company is not offering
quarters in any but permanent build
ings and private residences, aud that
every room offered will be inspected
and guaranteed.
Further information furnished on ap-
plicati0n Call on or address
LEoNCE SANDoz,
Courier Office, Opelousas
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II PROPOSALS.
U. S. Court House and Post Office, }
Custodian's office,

OPELoUsAs, La, July 22d, 1893. }
Sealed proposals will be received until IL
o'clock noon, Monday, 3lst inst, ut this office,
to furnish all labor and material required for
and to repair the plastering, and kalsimine
the walls and ceilings of the Post Office
working room, the rooms of the Post Master,
Internal Revenue Collector, District Atty,
Marshal, Judge, Clerk Grand Jury and the
Court room also Post Office Lobby, the Hall,
lower floor and stair way; and the Hall
second floor. Pure plaster of Paris must be
used and two coats kalsimne must be given.
The work must be done in first-class man
ner and the best material must be used The
furniture and carpets of each room and loca-
tion, must be removed, if necessary, to pre-,
vent their injury or damage and replaced by
the Contractor at his cost. You are requested
to call and examine and to ascertain from
this Office the necessary work that is to be
done, that you may bid intelligently.
Each room, Postoffice Lobby, Postofice
working room, the hall, lower floor and stair
way and the hall, second floor, must be bid
for separately and the whole aggregated in
amount.
The right to reject any and all bids is re
served by the Treasury Department,
~ JULES l.. CHACHERE,
July ~, 1893. Custodian.
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Personal.

The genial Major Frank Wharton of
Bayou Chicot, gave us an appreciated
call last Tuesday
Miss Addie Humble of Washington,
spent several days in town this week.
Mr.. Alvin Price, of the CoURIER's
Typographical force, has been enjoying
a weeks vacation with friends in
Lafayette.
Mr.. Howard Saint. and DIR. W. r.
Lastrapes, Of Shuteston, graced our
town with their presence this week.
Mr.. E. Denekamp, Grand Treasurer
of the Knights of Honor, visited our
town this week in the interest of the
Order at this place.
Hon. w. C. Perrault, returned home
this week, from business trip to the
Crescent City.
Mrs. M. K. Lastrapes, is spending
some time with relatives and friends in
Baton Rouge.
Capt. I'll. l.. Garland and lady,
departed on Thursdays train for a
visit to Waukesha, and the Worlds
Fair.
Hon. c. c.. Duson, and family are
rusticating at Sour Lake, Texas.
Mr.. E. Boudreau, of Sunset, visited
our town this week.
Edmond Quirk, ESQ.,, of Beggs, paid
our town visit Wednesday.
Mr.. c. D. Stewart, made business
trip to Sunset, on Saturday, in the
spko r,F S,n hus oF IL
tor there.
Prof. Marx Firnberg, is visiting
friends at Vile Plate.
Messrs. Phillip Zernott and Leon
Dupr6, of Washington were among the
visitors to our town ON Sunday.
Mr.. J. T. Skipper made business
visit to Alexandria on Saturday, return
ing Sunday noon.
Among those from our town and
surrounding country, who arc visitors
at the Worlds Fair, we may mention,
Hon. G.. L. Dupr6, E. P. Veazie and
lady, Misses Julie Bloch, Bielle
Hebrard, Marceline and Lucie Estorge,
Stella Truman, Leola White, Mr.. and
Mrs. j. MeyeI-S., Nathan Roos, and Mr..
A. Dimmick and family.
Owing to the absence of quite
number of our society bellies, and the
extreme warm weather, society has
been. at a standstill for the past few
weeks.
Miss Mary Littell, after IL pleasant
stay with friends in Washington, re-
turned home on Saturday to the
delight of her many friends.
Miss Nettie Keru,- one of New
Orleans pleasing young ladies is a
visitor to our town as the guest of Miss
Fannie Firnberg.
Miss Rachel Blum, of New Orleans,
is visiting Miss Esther Marks.
Cashier j. T. Skipper is now occupy
ing the Dr.. Robertson property on
Main street.
The charming Miss Lula Lott of
Mobile, who has been spending several
months with the family of c. j. Thomp-
son, Esq, returned home last Monday,
to the great regret of a host of admiring
friends. j
A party consisting of Louis Halphen,
F. L.. Sandoz, Ell. D. Larcade, Morgan
sandoz, Aug. Ducharme, Adam B1dd
and Louis Gosselin, left Thursday
evening last for sojourn of about ten
days at the Castor Springs.
Mrs. Arthur Veltin and children, of
Opelousas, arrived in Lake Charles
last Sunday evening on visit, and will
be the guests of Mrs. VIM. Lightly
dnring their stay here.-Lake Charles
Miss Helen Taylor left on last Sun
day for Opelousas, where she will
spend some time with friends and rela-
es.-Crowley Signal.
Mr.. Kenneth Baillio, a prominent
attorney of Opelousas and brother of
Mrs. John A. Williams, was in the city
Friday. 1t has been several years
since he visited his native town. -
Alexandria Democrat.
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The price of pork has ruled so high
this year that as an article of diet in
the South it "isn't in it," and the con-
sequence is that we. have managed to
get along without it. The high rail.
road rates to the Worlds Fair will in
all probability pan ont pretty much the
same way unless the railroads come to
their senses very soon. Those who
cannot afford to pay the heavy railroad
rates to Chicago, will make a virtue
of necessity, and spend their limited
cash and time nearer home this sum-
mer-and no one from the South will
care to be in Chicago in winter
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Mr.. Alphonse Ventre, a respected
citizen of our town, died at his home
ON Sunday last.
Though Mr.. Ventre had been more
or less indisposed for some time past,
none imagined that the end was 50
near. His remains were followed by a
large concourse of soirowing friends TO
the Catholic Church, where lie was in
tered.
He leaves widow and nine children,
seven boys and two girls to whom we
extend our heartfelt sympattlies.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1893-07-22

Messrs. C. M. Thompson, C.. N. Ealel
and p j. Lefebvr4 constitute Triple
Alliance against The sfnny tribe of the
classic DarbonI1e, which left here last
Wednesday, fully armed and equipped
fora successful campaign.
Since the above was put in type we
learn that Gle party was reinforced by
the addition of Messrs. s. Jos. Wilson,
Jos. Firnberg s.oal B. F. Meginly.
It is reported they have 40 abundant
supply of fish bait and snake medicine
along.
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The latest addition to OpeIousas'
musical organizations, the Mechanics
Brass Band, is gradually but surely
getting there" on melody. They
have been very assiduous and persever-
ing in their practice, and after wading
through the usual series of discordaut
sounds have emerged into what prom
ises to be first class Brass Band. If
they can succeed in preventing the
"Kid that manipulates the kettle
drum from getting away with himself
on that instrument they will be on the
fair road to success
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BURIED AL1vE.-Henry King an old
darkey while digging sand under the
banks Of Callahan Bayou on Wednese
day last came very near losing his Iife
The embanknieet suddenly gave way,
covering him mp under several feet
of sand. A few bystanders who took
in the situation Immediately set to
work digging him out, aud after lapse
of about 20 minutes succeeded in
bringing out the body. The old man
was unconscious for some time hut
finally came back to life.
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The wife of Francois Hollier, col,
living short distance north of Opeion-
sas, died very suddenly last Monday.
She was very large woman, and had
lust returned to the gallery of her resi-
dence from. the hen house a short dis
tance off. when she dropped to the
floor and expired the family immedi-
afelv ran to her assistance, but when
sIe was raised from the floor life was
extinct. Appoplexy is supposed TO
have been the cause of death.
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Sherrouse Medicine Co., Lint.
have used Dr.. Ifchenor's Antiseptic in my
family for several years, and for general
household purposes, l do not know of any
thing better ON the market.
w. M CULLoM.
Sherrouse Medicine Co., Lint.
[ have used DR.. Iichenors Antiseptic fre-
quently, and know it is a first-rate thing to
always have ready. We are seldom, if ever,
without it at my house.
r. w. JACKSON.
Sherrouse Medicine Co. Lint.
have used Dr. IichenOrs Antiseptic in my
family and on my stock, and l do not hesitate
to endorse and recommend it to my friends
and the public as being q most valuable
remedy.
JOSEPH BLOCH.
Sherrouse Medicine Co.. Lint.
have been using Dr.. Ifchenor's A7eicep6c
in my family for number of years, always
keeping q bottle of it in my house. as
we consider it indispensable. We use it with
excellent results internally, and for cuts and
bruises and rheumatic pains.
THOS. Il. LEWIS.
For any thing in the drng line go to
SHUTE & DUSoN.
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GHERIFF'S SALE
District Court, Parish of 81. Landry, No. 1880
NATHAN KOCH VS.. LEoroLp aoDcH

NATHAN KOCH VS.. LEoroLD GoDCHEAUx.
BY virtue of an order of seizure and sale
emanating from the Honorable the lith Judi
cial District Court, in and for the parish of
st. Landry, in the above entitled and num-
bered suit, and to me directed, / will pro-
ceed to sell at public auction, to the last and
highest bidder, at the front door of the
Court HOUSE s in the town Of opelousas,
10Th day of August, 1898, an IL O'Clock
"a. M, the following described property to,
wit:
One hundred aud sixty acres of land, all
open and cntivable, with the buildings and
improvements thereon, bounded north by
lands belonging to l.. Godcheaux, sonth by
lands of Bleloek and Perry, east by lands
of Perry, and west by lands of Trade Fisher,
being same property which the said l.. God
eheaux acquired from White Ward,
Terms.-Cash.
Seized in the above entitled suit.
T. S. FONTENOT
July s, 1898. Sheriff
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During a game Of base ball few
miles west Of Opelousas last Sunday,
two young colored men, Jack Blagas
and Alexis Gnidry, engaged in a shoot
ing scrape with pistols, and before
friends could interfere several shots
were exchanged.-result in Biagas
receiving a bullet 10 the, head, which
however is not thought TO be danger
ous, aud Guidry received three shots,
one OF which is in the abdomen and is
supposed to be fatal Biagas surren-
dered to the authorities Ind is now in
iail. z
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JUDICIAL NOTICES.
MEETING OF CREDITORS.
Clinton B. Andrus VS.. His Creditors.

District Court, Parish of 81. Landry No -
Pursuant to an order issued ont of the llth
Judicial Court in and for st. Landry parish,
in the above numbered and entitled cause,
on the application Of Clinton B. Andrus,
plaintiff in said snit, and Vincent Boagni,
provisional syndic, ameeting of the creditors
of Clinton b. Andrus, InsolVent, will be held
by Lucius G. Dupre, Notary Public of st.
Landry parish. at his office in the town of
opelousas, on Tuesday, the Goth day of
August, 1893, for the purpose of deciding
whether they accept the cession made by
said c. B. Andrus, eecting syndic, fixing the
terms of sale of the remaining property uu-
sold, and taking such further action in the
premises as may be legally advisable and
proper" Witness the Hon. w. c. Perrault,
Judge of said Court, this 10Th day, of July,
1898 C. M. THOMPSON.
July %, 1893. Clerk.
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The attention of Justices of the
Peace and Notaries is called to the
fact that We keep a large assortment
of blanks 10 stock, and win print to
order on short notice any style of blank
required. Give rs cali.
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NOTICE. -.

The St. Landry Homestead and Loan
Association having concluded to build an
office of it's own, all persons having for sale
lots in Opelousas suitable for the purpose, are
requested to send in full description of their
lots, with dimensions, location and the price.
Offers to be sent in sealed envelopes directed
to the Board of Directors of st. Landry
Homestead and Loan Association, Opelousas,
on or before the 7th August, 1893. The seals
to be broken at the regular meeting of said
Board on that day at p. m.
e. ID. ESTILETTE,
President st. Landry H. & l.. Assn.
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IL is blind policy for our citizens
whom we patronizs to send off for job
printing that they could just as well
get from us aud just as cheap, Yon
will hardly handle the money you send
away the second time, whereas if you
keep it at home you will get it back
Westlake News.
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The most recent journalistic venture
in Louisiana. is the Southern Pioneer,
published in New Orleans, in German,
and devoted to the interests of Ger
man immigration. We have received
Vol. |, No ].
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The regular annual meeting of the
Louisiana State Farmers Alliance will
be held at Lake Charles on Tuesday
August i next. The call says that
"the time servers and place hunters
may go to the rear if they wish. but
by all means let the true and tried men
of the order continne their onward
march, until the God-given rights of
labor are fully restored to all of our
Deoule.n
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The twin relics of barbaIism in this
country are white-eappers and lynch
ers. The community which suppresses
these curses viii be the first on The
upgrade to progress and prosperity.
Baton Rouge Truth.
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TO HORSE OWNERS.

For putting horse in fine healthy con-
dition try DR. Cady's Condition Powders
They tone up the system, aid digestion, cure
loss Of appetite, relieve constipation, correct
kidney disorders and destroy worms, giving
new life to an old or over worked horse. 25
cents per package. For sale by druggists.
j. Lasalle and Shute & Dnson.
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Mr.. B. F. Perley, an experienced GIN
wright, requests us to announce to our
readers the fact that he will attend to
all work that may be entrusted to him
in that line. He will work in st. Ian.
dry. June, July and August.
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People who have property for sale,
or who want to buy residence, a bnil-
ding lot, a small farm or plantation,
can be accommodated by calling on
g. j. Thompson, Opelousas.
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The Seventh District Association
composed of the Parish OF 81 Landry,
Vernon, Calcasien, Cameron aud Yer
million will meet in the Emmanuel
Baptist church 10 Goosport, Rev. Y.
W. Davis pastor, August 10 9, 1893.
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Mr.. Clement Hollier, who lives four
miles east of town has an oak tree re-
near Lis residence which measures 25s
feet lin circumference. This would give
ii q diameter of over z feet. The tree
seems perfectly sound throughout and
ID OF the white oak variety,
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The Caucasian asks: "Is it a wonder
that many decent, conservative people
look upon the socalled majesty of the
law and the trial by jury as travesty
OH justice, a farcical comedy winding
up tragedy 2" 1t is not, when Sim
fuence' can furnish witnesses who will
not hesitate to swear falsely and jury
boxes can be filled with men to acquit
culprits, regardless of their oaths and
the interests of society. 1t is the
moneyless, friendless man who feels
the vigor of tho law.
Old newspapers for sale at this Office
at 20 CENTS nnr hnn1ra6
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The St. Landry Homestead and Loan
Association advertise for proposals for
anitable lot in the town of Opelousas,
% which to build an Office See notice
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