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The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1895-06-22

Miss Benella Brown, after an
absence of over year spent IN Ala
bama, returned home Oh Saturday
evening aud will spend the summer
with her parents, MIR. aud Mrs. b. F.
Brown.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1895-06-22

Robert Towns, of Wintcr6eld, one
Of the best colored planters in The
parish, brought to our Office on Mon
day two cotton blooms. lie says they
were taken from his field on Saturday
last.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1895-06-22

As less z on j. g. P. Coats thread.
and freight prepaid on orders for 20
dozen or over. White is doing this.
Can't be beat. This is saving freight,
and at the same time the small
merch ant can make an order for exactly
what Nos he actually wants.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1895-06-22

G. d. Benton & Co. OF Bnnch's
BEND. sent us in on Tuesday q halt
dozen cotton blooms, from the field OF
Nelson Blackwell on. tho Glen Mary
plantation.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1895-06-22

We were glad TO receive eaii 90
Saturday last from Master John N'9'ls-
yonery. son Of our old frisna and
comrade in arms during ,Le ~ Q ~
p.easautncss," Mr.. Thos. +. MOI
cry. of Lake Providence, La. .eA
audria Democrat.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1895-06-22

Miss Susie Taylor, the sccoInpl'sa4,s
teacher Of the Cottoa Valley schcos.
is attending the commencement exlsS
cises at jefferson Davis CoEese
Webster Signal.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1895-06-22

When a merchant has a good honest
article to sell, he likes critical custo-
mers, particular people, for whom only
the best is good enough. That's the
way we feel. The B U G X S X l N
BREECHES are so good, SO strong at
every point, that we like TO cell them
to people who appreciate a good pair
of pants. We make these pants with
the idea of pleasing the most particu-
lar buyers, then we please everybody.
We guarantee the fit and stitching.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1895-06-22

Mrs. j. w. Pittman returned from
Birmingham. Ala, on wednesday
morning. Mrs. Pitiman's mother ac-
compained her, and viii remain tor
sometime in our town.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1895-06-22

Cotton seed is bringing q good
price, and every agent who comes
along gives from 80 cents to dollar
moro IMAM The last one. Seed is
demanding a good price, and no care
full how you sell.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1895-06-22

Leaving balance on hand :....s $40 %
Respectfully submitted.
Robt Nicholson,
II. X. Barwick,
G.. A. Voelker,
Finance Committee.
The board then adjourned.
P.D. QUAYS, President.
YANCEY BELL, Clerk.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1895-06-22
Lake Providence, La, June T.

Lake Providence, La, June IL, 1895.
To the Hon. Police Jury OF East
Carroll-We the COMMITTEES on Fin
ance, recommend the payment OF the
following approved claims. and that
the Parish Treasurer be authorized to
warrant for same
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1895-06-22

First it rained awhile an then
1t started out to pour;
And presently it rained again.
And then it ralned some more.
Washington Star.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1895-06-22

Job work neatly executed at this
Office.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1895-06-22
Lake Providence, June ls, /

The following report OF the Finance
Committee was read and adopted:
Lake Providence, June 12, 1895.
To the Hon. Police jury OF East
Carroll-We. the Committee on Fin
ance, recommend the approval of the
following claims, presented at this
m getting.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1895-06-22

Chew Baseball tobacco. For sale by
j. w. PITTMAN.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1895-06-22
MATHESON'S LANDING.

the public generally that have y
joining Purd where will general Receiving ana W.
will VIII
liver goods at all hours MY kp with and are as o
& Cornoa bran&c 90
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Horses barrels
on
tLumbe flour an ISL '''
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Liberal alscouh d. a. ;aaa 70 g PETER MATHESON
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1895-06-22

We have examined report of the
Treasurer and Tax Collector, find both
correct and recommend their approval.
The Treasurer's report shows
pa,anoe ON hand $4Os1 SO
From which deduct claims rec commended
paid this meeting. 1890. -...--....... oo'i VI
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1895-06-22

4 y
SO long IN the cedar chest that 8
about a FAINT, old time perHkns like
that Of pressed flowers, and we prize It
as relic sweet and holy.
On the title page is a steel engrav-
inc Of tombstone. broken shaft Of
marble inscribed. 10 the brave in
misfortune. The dedication reads:
"These Poems, the offspring Of Sothern
hearts, sung by Southern fresides and
Southern camp fires are affectionately
inscribed to the Southern Soldiers. !"
Collected by Emily v Mason, 1868.
Other works, those of Scott. Byron,
Coleridge, Edgar Poe. written thirty,
forty aa hundred years ago do not seem
old. They are fresh and in touch with
the life of to-day. But this little vol
ume, why is it unknown The songs
are beautiful even from a literary stand
point. They are beautiful but they
thrill with the hope of cause that was
lost, therefore they are unread.
Lee has surrendered" the death
wall of a nation sobs through oul
Southland. The gray moss OF ouI
cypress trees droops heavily over the
bayous. The ponderous rolling OF the
Mississippi chants requiem to the
lonely forests! The midday sun and the
mid light stars alike, look down upor
stricken people. The sobs OF the sol
dicrs. break hoarse through the dark
ness. and still, they swear.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1895-06-22

lots. Consign freight care Mathe-
PETER MATHESON.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-07-09
AILSA AND BRITANNIA Race in Half Gale-The Former the Best
 Boat.

Hunters Quay, July S.-The Britannia and Ailsa started in a race over the usual course this morning, the Ailsa crossing the line at 10:3012 and the Bri- tanna at 10 :30:25.
 The wind was blowing fresh from the south and both boats carried jack yard top sails. It was a dead heat 10 wind ward for the first mark. It was won derfully keen race both boats making a number of short tacks for the weather mark in the second. The Ailsa fully maintained her lead. and continued to be exceptionally well handled, Captain Jay beating Captain Carter at his own game of keeping to windward. The wind in- creased to half a gale and the sea became quite heavy. This was supposed to be the Britannia's weather, but the Ailsa nevertheless beat her. A heavy rain cloud completely obscured the boats on the eastern shores, but when the Ailsa disappeared from view she had her time allowance perfectly safe.
 Later-The Ailsa won. finishing at 3:46 0S.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-07-09
TWO OFFICERS DETACHED
Because They Couldn't Explain Serious Frauds
 ( h Their Department.
BUS vN TIE EMPLOYMENT OF LABOR
! 2. .oung and Vigorous Officer Who = aised Norfolk Navy Yard to First z Rank Is to Be Transferred
 to New York.

Washington, July S.-Secretary Herbcrt determined to detach Constructor Fer nald and Civil Engineer Asserson from the New York navy yard after carefully considering their explanations of the se- rious frauds practiced in their depart ment.
 Naval Constructor Francis T. Bowles, who has been at the Norfolk navy yard since 1886. and Civil Engineer A. G. Meno- cal, of Nicaraguan canal fame, have been chosen to succeed Fernald and Asserson, who will be given no further duty, but will remain under reduced pay without quarters awaiting orders. It has been predicted for some time that neither of the accused officers would be able to clear himself of the charges brought by the Knapp board, which began it's in vestigation last fall and reported numer- ous violations of the regulations relating to the employment of labor. Secretary Herbert has promised to make public this report and the excuses offered by Fernald and Asserson tomorrow
 Constructor Bowles who will report at the New York navy yard within the next two weeks, is a young and vigorous of corps only twelve years ago, being the first officer in that corps to pas through the naval academy and secure the advan- tages of a technical education abroad.
 He has made a remarkable record in the past nine years at the Norfolk navy yard, which was situated in a locality destitute of skilled labor when he went there. In spite of these difficulties and the disadvantages of youth he has sue ceeded in building the battleship Texas and cruiser Raleigh, and raising tie yard to a rank almost equal to that at San Francisco, which is the best in the coun- try
 The criticisms regarding political in- fiuence exerted in labor matters at the New York yard, which have been current for so many years it is declared will cease as promptly after he takes charge as they did at Norfolk when he went there. s4tse
 It is stated positively at the navy de- partment. -teis morning that no- steps have been taken to court martial either MT. Fernald or Asserson and probably none will be made unless the affected offi- cers demand a court of inquiry. The judge advocate general, while familiar with the matter. has not been called to consider the case officially.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-07-09
INCREASE TO WOOLEN OPERATIVES.
The Big 0lneyville District Will Soon Raise the
 Rate of Wages.

Providence, R. l., July 7.--Wages in the wooden and worsted industry all over the state will be increased during the pres ent month from 71s to 12 per cent. In some factories the increase will affect only the weavers for the present. but in other departments the increase will prob ably follow by the middle of August. A leading mill owner stated last night that the promises made operatives in the lat ter part of 1893, when the cut in wages was made, were about to be fulfilled. Int increase will also affect the big Olneyville factory district in this city. The mill owners, it is learned, have made better rates on light weight cloth work, the manufactu of which will begin during the present month. This assures higher wages to operatives in this locality. Smaller mills all over the state will at once follow the lead of the Olneyville mill owners in making the advance. Tho formal announcement of the Olneyville increase will be made soon.
 Now. that the big, strike in the big worsted mills at Oneyyille is all over, the managers of the mills affiliated in the Managers club have agreed upon raise of wages to be made when the light weight goods are put on the looms about the 1st of August. Weavers will get an increase of 7h per cent, and in all de- partments of the mills half of the cut down of 1893 will be restored.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-07-09
CANOVAS IS sANGUINE.
Says the Cuban lnsurrecton Will Be Suppressed
 Within the Year.

Paris. July S.-The Gaulois publishes an interview with Senor Canovas del Castillo, prime minister of Spain, in which the Spanish premier is reported to have said:
 There will be no decisive operations in Cuba for the present. owing to the exactions of the climate. The insurrec- tion in Cuba is not due to white residents of the island but the work of foreign ad- venturers. Supplies of arms, ammuni- tion and money have reached the in Surgents chiefly from the United States. but these have recently decrease owing to the entirely proper and extremely en- ergetic action of the government at Washing ton."
 Senor Canovas expressed his gratii- cation at the unanimity of feeling throughout the Spanish nation in regard to the rebellion. and also expressed his conviction that the insurrection would be completely suppressed before the end of the year.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-07-09

prospects are bright for him landing at least a few of them. Every mail brings inquiries about Birmingham and the ad- vantages here offered for different lines of manufacturing.
 One letter that may be of general in- terest is the following received by Secre- tary Thompson yesterday:
 Trieste. via Carinthia, June 23,lS95. 'Fo the Chamber of Commerce, Birming-
 ham, Ala
 Gentlemen: Knowing that the inten- tion exists to try and export to Europe some of the coal and iron products of your state. I wish to call your attention to the possibility to do business at this port, as well as other ports in the Medi- terranean (Spain, Italy, Turkey. Asia Minor and Egypt) In a few months a new line will be started to run between here and New Orleans, Charleston. etc. which would enable you to get low freights. I should be glad to try and take the matter in hand. and would therefore ask you to be kind enough to give my letter to some of your more im- pertant coal and iron companies, with the request to quote prices and to give me all instructions necessary.
 Coal is sold here at 6k to 2 per cent above English prices. Expecting your kind reply, l remain, gentlemen, yours very truly,
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-07-09
THE FIGHT IS A GO.
Judge George Clark Says That There Is Noth- ing to Prevent the Contest at
 Dallas.

Waco. Tex, July S.-Judge Clark Of this city has submitted a long and eX- haustive opinion concerning the forth coming contest at Dallas between Cor bett and Fitzsmmons. He shows that the act of the legislature in 1891 is wholly imperative and that it's incorporation in the penal code of 1895 does not alter that feature for want of some court to try the offense. He also shows that the law was repealed by the revised statutes, which go into effect September of this year. This conclusion is that there is now no law upon the statute books of Texas pro- hibitins glove contests, and that upon payment or tender of the license fee pre- scribed for such exhibitions there is no lawful power in the state under present laws to interfere with the contest
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-07-09
EXCITEMENT IS INTENSIFIED At Meridian by the Confession of
 a Negro IN THE FARMER TRAGEDY Three Have Been Arrested and Another Is
 Trailed.
A SHORT sHslFT AND 4 LONG ROPE
Will Be the Portion of the Suspects if Their Guilt Is Established-Another Mur- der With Robbery as the
 Purpose.

Meridian, Miss, July S.-(Special)-The excitement over the robbery and attempt ed murder of w. H. Farmer and his wifa has been intensified by additional arrests, which were made yesterday, and the re- ported confession of one of these parties.
 Detectives have been earnestly at work since the commission of the foul crime in an effort to run down the guilty par ties, and four negroes are now in jail charged with complicity in it.
 It will be remembered that two negroes, Joe Jackson and Henry Dubose, alias Sheppard, were arrested last week, but the condition of Farmer and his wife was such that they could not be carried before them for Identification. The guilt of these negroes has not been established further than that blood is said to have been found on the shirt worn by one of them.
 Yesterday a young negro man, Charles Burwell, was arrested, and it is said that he made a confession of guilt and i'm plcated Ed McElroy, a notorious negro about town and several others. The arrest of McElroy followed at once. There is still another negro who Is said to have had a hand in the dia bolleal deed. but as he escaped to Alabama his arrest has not yet been effected. He was located at Demopois, and officers left on this mornings train for that place with a view of bringing him back to Meridian tonight. When this negro shall have been secured it is thought the whole gang will then be in hand and if there should be no mistake in their identity their end will be sure and certain.
 Farmer and his wife are still in a precarious condition, but the attending physicians state that there is a slight improvement.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-07-09
ToRBERT IN TRoUBLE.
An Alleged Cousin of Henry Grady Charged
 With Embezzlement

New York, July S.-Edward w. Torbert. aged 20 years, who claims to be cousin of the late Henry W. Grady, was ar- raigned in Jefferson Market court this morning, charged with embezzlement.
 It is claimed that two years ago Tor bert and man named Floyd were con- ducting brokerage business at Columbus, Ga, and that Torbert misap- propriated $500 of the firms money and became a fugitive from justice. He came to this city, then went to the Cape of Good Hope and thence to Melbourne, Australia. About nine months ago he returned to this city and obtained posi- tion as conductor on the Broadway ca- ble road. A month ago he was recog- nized on his car by former Columbus acquaintance. The latter notified the Co., lumbus police and the New York depart ment was communicated with and put two detectives on the case. Torbert, however, had taken the alarm and re- signed and the detectives had long search for him. Torbert's lawyer de- manded examination and announced his determination to fight the extradition Droceedings
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-07-09
THE NEGROES HAGGLEO
And the Works We're Not Started Alter AL
 Possibility of Trouble.

tOSo'H"'NJ VI ''DNS'S'
 Sharon, Pa, July S.--Two weeks ago the laborers at the sharon Iron works went on strike for a 20 per cent in- crease in wages. Various propositions for a settlement have been offered and rejected. The management of the works have determined to put new men in the strikers places. and yesterday car containing twenty colored men was sidetracked within the plant. Simul- taneously with their arrival the new men began to haggle as to wages, etc, and as a result the works were not started this morning. The arrival of the negroes together with the rumors as to the coming of many more to take the places of the strikers, has created much feeling and some excitement. What may result with the arrival of the col ored laborers en route is not known, but 1t is thought no serious outbreak will occur.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-07-09
Another Murder.

Meridian, Miss, July S.--(Special) J. Another brutal murder was committed near this city last night and Lauder dale county's newly acquired reputation for lawlessness is correspondingly wid- ened. t3
 About o'clock this morning the her- ribly mutilated body of a negro mai. about 25 years old, was found near the East Tennessee, Virginia and Georgia railroad tracks, about half a mile from the depot. The man was in his stocking feet, having been robbed even of his shoes.
 An investigation revealed the fact that the man had been stabbed under each ear and at different places in his head. From the evidence before the coroners jury it is learned that the murdered ne- gro was named Erwin Banks. It was known that he had several dollars on his person and robbery is judged to have been the motive for the crime. There is no clue whatever to the murderer.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-07-09
HE WOULD STEAL
Says judge Chrisman of the Blind Tiger
 Keeper

Jackson, Miss. July s.--Judge Chrisman in his charge to the grand jury was spec ially severe on blind tigers, of which he said he understod there were a number in operation in Jackson.
 'The man who would sell intoxicating liquors on the sly said Judge Chrsman, 'is the meanest man in any community. He will steal and should be extermi- nated."
 The suit of a colored citizen of Clinton for $10,00O against the Queen and Cres- cen; railroad for killing his 10-year-old child, who was playing on the track, re- suited in verdict for the company
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-07-09
THE REPRESENTATIVES, BIG LOAN.
Ease of the Money Market Utilized to Eff :,
 Saving in Int es..

Philadelphia, July S.-It was announced this afternoon that the Pennsylvania Railroad company had placed with a firm of bankers in London 100000 sterling consolidated 31a per cent bonds, maturing in 1945, price not stated. s
 Inquiry at the office of the company elicited the fact that while negotiations have been in progress for the sale of the certifications, no notification of it being closed had been received up to the close of business, but it was momentarly ex- pected. It is understood the money is to be used to take up certain mortgages falling due January next, among them being $1, ,000,000 West Jersey first mort- gage sizes and several small loans on branch roads in the vicinity of Pittsburg. An officer of the company explained that the object in making the loan at this time was to reap the advantages of the abnor- nal ease of the money market and thnS effect large saving in interest payments.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-07-09
Jail Delivery at Asheville. M. q.

Asheville, N C., July S.--A special to the Citizen from Hendersonville N. G., says that the prisoners confined in the county jail there made their escape last night by breaking locks, cutting hole through the ceiling and then tying blank cts together and letting themselves down. Every effort is being made to apprehend them.
 Among those who escaped is Earl Wall drop, a United States prisoner. Sheriff Grant has telegraphed for blood hounds to put on the track of the fugitives.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-07-09
THE WIDOWS LOVE LETTER. A Package of Dynamite Said to Have Been
 Sent by Preacher.

Centralia, Wash, July s.-Mrs Matte Chambers, a widow, has received an in- ferna1 machine containing dynamite through the mails. It is claimed it was sent to her by Rev. B. F. Fuller, re- jected suitor. Fuller is now in Raleigh, N, C. The curiosity of the postmaster saved the woman's life He saw sand paper protruding from the end of the box and pried the lid off without ignit- ing the match. The police authorities are suyaotigatfng
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-07-09
THE BELL WILL COME SOUTH.
Opposition to Its Removal Disappearing Spec
 iaI Car to Be Built.

Philadelphia, July 8.-The opposition to the removal of the Liberty bell to the Atlanta exposition seems now to have entirely disappeared, and the bell will probably be started on it's southern journey September 15. The city coun- cils' committee having the matter in charge, the members of which will ac- company the bell to Atlanta, held a meeting today and appointed sub-com- mittees and arranged other details look ing to the removal of the relic to the south.
 a special car for it's transportation sim liar to that which carried the bell to Chicago two years ago.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-07-09
Capitalists Slow in Bidding.

Philadelphia. July s.-Bids were re- ceived by Mayor Warwick today for the per cent loan of $1, ,000, 900, which was re- gently authorized by the city council.
 There were but four bidders the amounts of the bids ranging from S23,- GOO to S60, 900, aggregating only S235 300, and it is evident that brokers and cap- italsts are not anxious to loan to the city money at per cent interest.
 The bids were accepted and the mayor will re-advertise for bids for the re- mainder of the loan.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-07-09
CHICAGO LEADS THE FIGHT. Call for Kickers Against Southern Railway
 and Steamship Association.

Atlanta, Ga, July s.-A call has been issued for representatives of business interests having cause for complaint against the Southern Railway and Steamship association to meet in this city on Monday next. The Fruit Crow CTS association is taking the. initiative. President Cunningham says a delegation from Chicago will be present. Chicago is making a fight on the association for alleged discrimination against Chi cago in favor of New York e-.sssfs