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The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02
A Million Friends.

A friend in need is friend indeed,
and not less than one million people
have found just such a friend in DIR.
Kings New Discovery for consump-
ton, coughs and colds. If you have
never used this great cough medicine
one trial will convince You that it has
wonderful curative powers in all dis
eases Of throat chest and lungs. Each
bottle is guaranteed to do all that is
claimed or money will be refunded. -
Trial bottles free at any drug store.
Large bottles SOC and 81. 81
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02

On special application another teach
ers' examination day is appointed for
June 18th and 10th, 1894. Mt Colfax. =
All teachers Of schools in Grant parish
are respectfully requested to assemble in
Colfax on June 16, 1894, and form them
selves into a Teachers Association. pre-
paratory for more efficient work in the
way of Teachers Institutes, or otherwise.
w. L. RICHARDSON,
Parish Superintendent.
Colfax, La, May 8, 1884,
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02

The board of Trustees of the
Rapides Camp Ground met at the
camp ground on Tuesday, May LIST.
1t was decided to commence the
Camp Meeting on Saturday August
18th and continue 8 days. Quite a
number of able divines will be in
vited to attend. DR.. j. L. Wilson
j. w. Swami were nominated and
elected as members of the board in
place of B. M. Lyons and ]. I. Nc
Ginnis, removed. The board adj
journed to meet June 18th at Eden
school house. Boyce Enterprise.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02

Several parties from Colfax at
tended Sam Jones' lecture in Alex
andria last Wednesday night among
them the better half of ye CHRoN-
1cLE editor. In addition to Mrs.
g. the party was composed of
Messrs. ]. H. McNeely, Columbus
Carnahan, G. H. Teal, J. L. Haw-
kins, Jno. A. Williams and w. L.
Shackelford.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02
Election mo-. school Trustees.

Notice is hereby given that an election
will be held in the Colfax High School
room, on Saturday, June 2, 1894, be-
tween the hours of 8 and 5 p. M, to elect
three Trustees for the Colfax district and
High School. All white male citizens.
legal voters, having children of schoola-
BILE age living within the three-mile limit
of the Colfax High School district, are
entitled to vote. and are requested to come
forward and take part.
By order of J.. F. KELLY,
President Board of Trustees.
w. T.. RICHARDSON, Secretary.
Colfax, La. May "a, 1894.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02
Estrayetl or Stolen.

A Sorrell Horse, with white star in his
weeks ago when he went of, but may
have lost them. Branded l. ". the well
known Isaac Varnell mark. This horse
is known TO large Dnmber of the citi-
zens OF Grant parish, having been owned
by mo for the last IA years, and constant
ly used while was deputy sheriff.
A suitable reward will be paid for bin
or for information Of location.
8. NJ. LACROIX.
Colfax, La, May 4, 1894.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02

Complaint is made that the steam
horse man runs his machine on
Sunday. OF course this is wrong;
but he could not do 80 if people
were not found willing to violate
the Sabbath.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02

Rev. ]. E. benson filled his reg
ular appointment last Sunday, at
IL a. m. He was accompanied by
Rev. Mr.. Howard. of Mississippi,
who filled the pulpit at night.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02

Mr.. Thos. Hickman and Mr.. w.
P. Guynes have both reported with
in the past week, and they say the
Legislative lobby is now clear.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02

We made the error last week, of
announcing the exhibition OF the
Colfax High School for June Goth,
whereas it is to take place on the
Odd of June.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02
Bucklen's Arnica Salve.

The best salve in the world for cuts,
bruises, sores, ulcers, salt rheum, fever
sores, letter, chapped hands, chilblain,
corns, and all other Skin eruptions, and
positively cures piles, or no pay re-
quired, 1t is guaranteed to give per-
feet satisfaction. or money refunded.
Price Csc per box, at all drug stores.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02

The secretary of the EIkhart Carriage
and Harness Mfg. Co., of Elkhart, Ind,
informs us that their prices will be lower
for 1894 than ever. He wishes US to ask
our readers not to purchase anything In
the line Of carriages, wagons, bicycles or
harness until they have sent cents in
stamps to pay postage on their LIZ page
catalogue. We advise the readers Of this
paper to remember his suggestion.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02

Coxey, Brown and Jones are in
Jail, and the deluded men who fol-
lowed them are on the verge of
starvation. The lesson should not
be lost-Washington Letter.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02

DIR. a. r. Browne, the dentist, of Co
lumbia, Mr.. A. A. Goodwin, OF Alexan-
dria, and Mr.. Heman Smith and Mr. Comp
ton. of Boyce, were in Colfax this week.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02

We are sorry to learn that Mr..
B. G. Dean, at Paramount, contin-
ues quite i'll; also that his father
and mother are on the sick list.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02

The First Cotton Bloom.
FAIRxoUNr, La, June /, 1894.
Elitor Colfar Chronicle:
Find enclosed cotton bloom. It was
raised by Troup Manning, on the Kate
land plantation, and was pulled on May
8lst. Is this the first of the season?
Yours truly, JNc. RANDOLPH.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02

Mrs. Susie McNeely, who has
been attending commercial college
in Nashville, Tenn, for several
months past, is expected to return
about the 18th.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02

IF your appetite is gone moth
ing will restore IT more quickly
than &C. @. @. Certain Chill
Cure" the great Tonic and guar.
anteed Cure for Chills.
For sale by j. Kemp & Son.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02

Mr.. Vandy West, the man with
the Merry Go Round, will remain
at Colfax until next Tuesday, when
he expects to move his "steam horse
carousal" to Cloutierville. The
youngsters all vote him a dandy"
without a dissenting voice, and, if
he don't make haste and take his
circus away, he is going to bust the
community in the nickel business.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02

Judge w. L. Richardson, Attor-
ney w. G. Roberts, and Clerk w.
L. Shackelford, attended the Nor
NAL commencement exercises at
Natchitoches this week.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02

! Children Ike to take 90. o. G.
Certain Chill Cure" the pleas
ant and guaranteed cure for
Fever, Ague and Malaria-Bet-
ter than Quinine. Price so cts.
For sale by j. Kemp 4 Son.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02


LAND OFFICE AT NEW ORLEAxs. La,
April "A. 1894.
Notice is hereby given that the follow
ing named settler has fled notice OF his
intention TO mako final proof in support
of his claim, and that said proof will be
made before w. L. Shackelford, Clerk Of
the District Court, at Colfax. La, on Sat
urday, June 8, 1894, viz:
John b. Gates,
who made Homestead Entry No. IL 1854
for the east half Of northeast quarter,
section II, township 7north range west,
Louisiana meridian.
He names the following witnesses to
prove his coDtinuous residence upon and
cultivation of, said land, viz: Henry
Guynes, T. H. Thompson, Noah Corbitt,
L. d. p. Lotion, all Of Grant Parish, La.
g. Mod. BRUMBY, Register.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02

60. q. Q. Certain Chin Cure -
Is pleasant to take and harm.
less. Children like it. Guaran.
teed to cure Chills and Fever.
Largo bottles 90 cents.
For sale by j. Kemp & Son.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02
LAND FOR SALE!
BUY YOURSELF A HOME.


S36 of fine land, situated about four
miles below Montgomery, and fronting on
Red river for one-half mile. Fifteen acres
open land, balance wen timbered and wa
tered. Good stock range and convenient
tip good schools and churcees. Good set
Element and healthy locality. Ono now
dwelling house. WIN be sold ehesP and
on easy terms.
200 acres of fine Pine Land, well wa
tered and timbered. situated ON the Mont
gomery and St. Maurice public road. about
four miles north Of Montgomery, Grant
parish, La. Good neighborhood and con-
venient to schools. This piece of land is
well adapted to the production of corn
and cotton and anything usually raised
on Southern farm Title guaranteed.
Will be sold cheap and on reasonable
terms. Apply to NJ. +. MACHEN,
Real Estate Agent, Montgomery La.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02
DR.. W. A. Jones' wife has returned from
her trip to Bienville restored in health.

During the absence OF the clerk TINS
week, his brother, Mr.. Gus. Shackelford'
has acted as deputy clerk.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02
Notice of Final Proof.

LIND OFTICE AT NEW ORLEANS. La. I
April "a. 1894
Notice is hereby given that the follow
ing named settler has fled notice of bis
intention to make final proof in support
of his claim, and that said proof will be
made before W. L. Shackelford, clerk Of
district court, at Colfax, La, on Tuesday
June IL, 1894, viz:
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1894-06-02

We guarantee sc. c. G. Ger.
tain Cough Cure0 % cure
C0ughs, Colds, LaGrippe, Group,
WhOOping Cough, and all
Throat and Lung Diseases.
For sale by J. Kemp & Son.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1894-12-14
How Purple Became the Royal Color.

How Purple Became the Royal Color.
Purple was selected as the color for
royalty because Of its enormous cost and
rarity. The only purple known to the
ancients was the Tyrian purple, which
was obtained in minute quantities only
from Mediterranean species Of shellfsh
called the murex. In the time Of Cicero
wool double dyed with this color was
SO excessively dear that a single pound
weight cost thousand denarii, or about
$175. A single mnrex only yielded q
little drop Of the secretion; consequent
" very large numbers had to be taken
In order to obtain enough to dye even q
small amount Of wool. Among the ma
tions Of antiquity there were some with
whom it was death for any one except
the sovereign or supreme judges to wear
garments dyed with Tyrian purple
Upon the accession Of Julius Caesar a
law was passed forbidding any private
person to wear it. n @ ,,s
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1894-12-14
How to Attend 20 = Lawn.

The beauty Of q lawn depends largely
ON the neatness with which it is kept
Dead leaves, rubbish and refuse. Of all
kinds should be kept from disfguring
its surface. Lawn rakes are made Of
bent wire, which take up rything
which may be scattered oyer the grass
without in the least injuring its roots.
Is is done by an iron toothed rake. A
lawn mower is also necessary. For small
yards one with narrow cut will do,
but on larger grounds one with wider
swath is advisable, as it greatly expe-
dites the labor Of properly caring for
the lawn. ~ ~ ~~.y,
Do not spread coarse fertilizers over
the lawn, as the fertilizing properties
are dissipated and wasted In winter by
the action Of the elements. Very little
nutriment from it reaches the soil, and
10 . projection it ID valuelesa In the
spring scatter bone meal or some such
concentrated fertilizer over the soil as
soon as the grass shows tendency to
begin to grow. s..:. .~,. .,s r.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1894-12-14
HowTo PRESERVE PENCIL SKETCHES
Valuable Ones May Be Kept Indefinitely
by q Little Care at First.

Valuable Ones May Be Kept Indefinitely
by q Little Care at First
Pencil drawings may be rendered in
effaceable by very simple process.
Slightly warm sheet of ordinary draw
ing paper; then place it carefully on
the surface of solution Of white rosin
in alcohol, leaving it there long enough
to become thoroughly moistened. After
ward dry in current Of warm air. Pa
per prepared in this way has very
smooth surface. In order to fix the
drawing, the paper is to be slightly
warm for a few moments. This process
may prove useful for the preservation
of plans or designs when want Of time
or any other cause will not allow Of
craftsmen reproducing them in ink. A
simpler plan than this is to brush over
The back of the paper containing the
pencil sketch with q weak solution Of
shellao in alcohol. Chalk and pencil
drawings may be fixed, though not 50
thoroughly as BY the above methods,
by washing them with skimmilk or
with water holding in solution little
isinglass or gum. When milk is used,
great care must be taken that no cream
remains in it, as it would cause the
drawing to look streaky. An easy way
to apply these fluids is to pour them
into shallow vessel and lay the draw.
Ing fat upon the surface of the liquid.
after which remove gently and lay it
In an inclined position on white blot.
ting paper to drain and dry. 49,
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1894-12-14
QUITE s.lo ck'lN,o.


M duly InfACost Hsr.
Il was about 9 O'Clock IN the evening,
ana the West Side cable car ratified and
lurched along. The passengers were few,
and they cast half curious, half hostile
dances at each other. "A young couple
with child OF about year and q half
old attracted the most attention, however
sIsn't 1t disgraceful how young some
ueople marryp whispered the old maid
naasanoer to the mother Of seven
EST isn'k only that, my dear. married
when : child, 3 mere child, myself. But
look how carelessly she holds the poor lit
tie thing" =
The young couple, all unconscious, pur'
sued lively conversation.
'tShall you be able to 60 TO the dance
tomorrow ovenings" he asked.
. ''Oh, yes! don't intend to miss g 9 sin
Gle waltz either. Do sit still, baby.
1T suppose the hired girl will watch the
baby and like as not let the poor little
thing catch it's death OF cold, said the
mother Of seven in piercing whisper.
II only hope you will save one. OF two
for me-" grumbled the young man. The
ladies' opposite exchanged Significant wills
I'm try. Do hold him for little while,
George. He wriggles 50"
II would II knew how to take hold Of
him. It's worse than wrestling match. "
"A pretty fatherl'' groaned the old
maid. "No more sense Of responsibility
than kitten" They both looked disap-
provingly at the young man, who had
given the baby hts pocketknife 70 play
with. &r RI T..
Ia The mother Of seven caught his eye a
moment or two later.
"How old is the baby!' she asked, with
the air Of person about to administer a
dose Of good advice.
.I-why, I'm sure I don't know" he
stammered. "Do you, Millyi"
"Why, let me see About go months
old, / guess Yes, he was Q months old
when I made that lovely visit to Mtlwau-
kee." -" ...'- l.s.. ,'E45
s.''And left him to the care of servants
no doubt" whispered the old maid, de-
nghtfully Mortified. ..
''And how many teeth has he?" pursued
the mother of seven. "And what do you
give him to prevent convulsionsy ~ al
ways give mine"-
I'll don't know, I'm sure. George,
stop the car, won't you? 1t Is SO hot in
here that I'd rather walk the rest OF the
way" ~ s
dom It know how many teeth yourtown
baby has! Why, in my day young par
ents''- s9H
my own baby! Good gracious, madam,
he isn't mine. He Is my sisters child He
has been spending the day with me, and
now Pm taking him home. Oh, George,
will the car never stop" ..sa s
And very denoralized young couple
with a crying baby stumbled off, while
the old maid and the mother of seven look
ed out Of opposite windows with snli'
iestio air.-Chicago Tribune.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1894-12-14
How to Attend to Blankets.

Never wash blankets. Air them as
often as possible, and if possible for "a
hours. Shake them well whenever a
bed is vacated, and until put back on
the bed let them hang open wherever
they can best get the air. Once year
or less send them to the cleaner, and
they Will stand several years Of use if
treated in this way. Never turn down
bed coverlets and leave the blankets ex-
posed. The rough surface is q ready re-
ceptacle for dust, etc. Blankets, no mat
ter how we'll washed, become harder
and heavier. Lightness, cleanliness and
warmth without weight are the secrets
OF comfortable rest. =. :r
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1894-12-14
Hard "a, .say,y..

Z Even In the present age Of enlighten-
ment and progress there are always people
who are not as fully informed as they de-
sire to be. X g a rs SllE 4
An American who had spent much time
among the Indians Of this country found
himself during visit to England seated
at table next a genial and talkative won'-
an who seemed thirsting to hear all his
thrilling experiences. s5ssg..y
b And now about wigwams, :" sho said
anxiously at one point in the narrative
with which he was endeavoring to enter
tain her. t''Are they SO very venomous,
or have read exaggerated reportss''
ST have never known, y the traveller
gays, sswhat she thought she was talking
about, or what in my confusion I said in
reply .'-Y Youths Companion.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1894-12-14
How to Make Orange Chips,

Cut the oranges in quarters and care
fully squeeze all juice through q sieve.
Soak the peel In water, and the next day
boil until tender. Drain and slice the
peel put il into the juice. weigh as,
much sugar and put all together into a,
broad earthen dish. Place over the fire
at moderate distance, often stirring
till the chips candy and then put them
in q cold room to dry. They will not
be sufficiently dry in three weeks. #
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1894-12-14
HON 1p CARE @pH TsE FEET.

A1tend - Them AsaidusaSly IhroaSh the
81 4 First Hot NaEsather.
The bouss and shoes for summer wear
should be . half size 1arger than those
worn during winter. H possible, shoes
should be worn in warm days, - they
leave the ankle fpee AM the circulation
better. Il II boots must he worn. they
should not be very high. and extremely
pointed toes and really highheels should
never even be thongh 0f by any one
who values peace Of mind and comfort
The leather for summer should be light,
but not too thin, and ha1wn in prefer.
ence to black. Nh. Is IS. +,
The evil effects Of tight lacing will
be very soon realized by the woman
who has tender feet. The undue COM
preston adds tenfold 70 the pain, and
very often the ankles, even Of young
girls who are silly enough to sacrifice
their well being for the sake Of having
q waist Of 10 inches, are 50 swelled and
inflamed by the end Of thu day that
they are utterly shapelesk +
Soak the feet well in tepid water to
which Q little ammonia has been added,
and as the water gets cold pour in q lit
tie more hot to keep up the tempera-
ture After drying the feet rub them
gently and thoroughly with the follow
ing mixture: Il I. 5.s.
Add one ounce Of the best linsoed oil
to the same quantity Of lmewater,
shake the bottle in which the ingredi-
ents are until mixture about the thick
ness Of cream is produced; then pour
in half dram Of spirits Of camphor,
shake again, and it lis ready for USE
The feet, after being rubbed. should
be wrapped in soft linen for q little
while and then powdered with boracic
acid before the stockings are replaced
In the event Of the feet and ankles be-
ing in q very indamed condition, after
soaking them, as have described, apply
an arnica lotion, which will soon allay
the discomfort. This is made by adding
40 drops of tincture of arnica to half q
.oupful of tepid water. Saturate q piece Of
lint sufficiently large to envelop the en-
tire foot with the lotion, cover it with
q piece Of oiled silk and rest for an hour
ar two ~ Sl.~ Il,
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1894-12-14
How to Mako Ordinary Cloth Waterproof

How to Mako Ordinary Cloth Waterproof.
In a pail Of soft water put half
pound Of sugar Of lead (the acetate OF
leaO and half pound Of alum. Stir
this at intervals until it becomes clear,
then pour it of into another pail and
put the garments therein and let them
stand for "a hours. Then hang up to
dry without wringing. Garments treat
ed thus can be worn in the widest storm
Of wind or rain without the wearer get
ting even damp. The rain hangs in glob-
ules upon the cloth, and cloth that is
waterproof is better and more healthy
than rubber goods. =, u: lAs. g.. -
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1894-12-14
He Followed Her.

A clever girl who could make sensa-
ton In society II fate had been little
more kind to her IN q material way lives
on side street and Is constant source
Of amusement and Joy to her little circle
Of friends. She is poor. She is compelled
70 turn and return her gowns, trim and
fetrim her bonnets and make all sorts Of
little sacrifices, and all because fate deoreed
that her father should be q quiet, unam-
bilious, conscientious, dreaming sort OF
Q fellow instead Of a busting, money
making, successful merchant. This girl
has brains and good looks, and, what Is
far better, originality, but she Is compell-
cd very often to walk because she has no
car fare. She amuses herself with all
sorts Of things that other girls seldom
think Of. Her latest exploit Is q class of
Cinnamon into whose wooden heads she
Is endeavoring to inject 4 faint idea of the
limitations Of the English language and
Incidentally the Christian religion. sA .
giving Ching Poi an object lesson on the
wonderful creations Of God. $5ssff
''See, Ching" she said, .'see this beau
tiful rose. God made this rose. He made
1t to look pretty and smell sweet. God
made all things, Ching. He made you,
and he made me. Now, tell me, Ching,
who made the roses'' g.s.1 f a
Ching grinned and said, God, he
makee lose. >, ..,s.s VIII" { r. &
That's right, Ching.s Now, why did
he make the roses" u @@E a&
ssl ''He makee lose to look pletty and
Slnellee sweet @#$s z si
"That' IS right. Who made you, Ching?.'
.sGod makee me. replied Ching He
makee me to look pletty and smenee
sweet. = 49, t,s.5fa, ~, Sa
She is endeavoring to teach the China
man few other things, but will let per-
sonal SMILES with the rose rest for awhile
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