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The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12
Monopoly, not Capital, the OPP
preSsor.

Socialists fail to recognize the fact
that the oppression of labor comes from
monopoly and not fIom capital Capt.
tai Is just as helpless under present con :
dltlons to secure its just share of the
general product as labor is; and while
some capitalists enjoy monopoies and
employ them to oppress labor, it is not
as capitalists they have the power but
as monopolists. If we were to destroy
their monopolirs, us the single tax will
destroy them, they will be powerlcss to
oppress labor, no matter what combina-
ton hey might make, for labor being
the initial force and having free access
to land under the single tax, could cas-
lily reproduce capital and break down
any com mbination that might be formed
But such combination is impossible,
for the simple reason that capital is anx-
t'ous always TO be employed, or it will
waste just as labor starves, and such il
combination would involve the with
drawing from productive IE<4nstTics Of
large amount of capital. Certainly no
capitalist would care to Withdraw from
productive industry when the opportu-
nifty, us under the single tax, would be
open to employ his capital at IL fair le-
turn.-National Single Taxer.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12
% 49, .

Hon. c. C. Duson rounded ont the
first half century of his life last Mon
day. and the occasion ,Ns appropriately
celebrated. A dinner waIsiven at his
new home, on the site of thS old family
home north of town, at which his aged
mother and a number OF relatives were
present. This was the first time all the
family had been assembled there in
thirty years. and a very enjoyable time
was had. The Signal wishes Mr.. Duson
many recurrence of tie happy event
and that he may far outlive man's allot-
ted time Of three score and ten.-Crow-
ley Signal.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12
CHALLENGE,
To the Orners and Backers of the Stallion CasJ


To the Orners and Bachers of the Stallion cash
Item;
hereby challenge you to match the Stallion
Cash Item against my Stallion Victor Hugo, in
trottIng race to take place on any race track
and for any amount that you wish, not less than
$4,000. The said race to take place not sooner
than 1st OF Aug. nor later than September 18th.
acting on the defence as have heard q great
many mistaken rumors concerning the two
horses, one particularly, that have refused to
race the said Cash Item since our race in July,
95 Now il you intend raceing please accent
this challenge II not would like to hear from
You through the press OF your town. I will
also match my year old colt st. Patrick by
State on same conditions as stated above
G. W. SENTELL,
Per D. T. Halcomb
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

HNnw that the theatrical season is
about to open it is we'll for the ladies TO
bear in mind that the Dudenheirr high
hat bill! will be enforced. The ,heat,i-
cal manager is held directly responsible,
and of course will not admit il lady
wearing high hat. The law does not
prohibit the wearing of all lats-small
ones being allowed. A hat the size OF q
coffee saucer would be about regulation
size. These wee hats will make our
ladies look very swect-cxcert, perhaps.
the puftly ones.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

1t is nngainly enough to see cake and
coffee booths ahOnt the Court House
square. but when it comes to- having
one of these stands in the hall nf the
Court House building at the foot o. the
staircase, then we say that it il de-
tracting from the dignity that should
be maintained at such place.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12
Up to Date.

We have recently added, and will
continue to keep supplied with new and
improved type and printing material
cards, paper, envelopes, etc, and can
promptly execute any job printing re-
quired at the lowest prices.
Give US a call when You want ANY
THING in the JOB PRINTING line.
We can give you the best at the lowest
prices, aud it you will call and see sam
pies and get prices y"u will be con
vinced of that fact
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

James jackson was arrested for dis
turblng the peace of the town on Mon
day. Shortly after Constable Dejean
was prevailed upon to ielease Jacks son
on the promise that he would be quiet
and leave for home on the evening train.
Instead of so doing, he wended his way
to Mr.. Dejean's office abusing him, aud
was in the act of striking that gentle
man when a gentle tan Of the Consta-
b!e's stick spoiled Jacksnn's scalp; more
over he had to return to his quarters at
the Hotel Dtlafusse.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12
.~D3e

LosT-In OpeIousas, breast pin CON
sisting of gold bar with gold bird " ith
silver tipped wings and tail, aud holding
diamond pendant in its mouth. Finder
will he rewarded by returning same to
C.. j. THOMPSON.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

The public, especially Christians OF
all denominations, are hereby notified
that on Sept. IS. Sunday morning at II
o'clock, there will be services at the
First Baptist Church of this city, and
are cordially invited to attend. The
Pastor, Ed. A. L. johnson. will preach
npon a subject of deep interest: "The
Church." and all will he welcomed who
attend. Seats free.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

On Tuesday night some miscreant en-
tered D. Roos g. Sons are-bonse ad-
joining their store. lie found a buggy
therein, saturated it with coal oil and
act it ON fire, burning it to the ground.
The only wonder is that the fire did not
communicate to the warehouse, in which
event the large part of town would nn-
dnubtediy have been reduced to ashes.
We tlust that the would dincendiary
will be discovered, and made to feel the
power Of the law.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

On last Tuesday night horse attach
cd to DR.. Wm. Rays buggy ran off.
throwing him out of the vehicle ard
seriously iniaring him about the spine.
At first it was thought that the DIR. 3
spine was broken, but snch was not the
case. We are pleased to announce a
decided improvement in his condition.
The accident occurred in town.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

Mr.. T. r. Carroll. who formed part
of the old School Board retires on the
accession Of the new Board. During the
four years that this gentleman has
served bis people on the school com
mittees he has proved to be intelligent
fair and honest, and in parting will
him the cause of education will miss
one of its efficient and conscientious adj
rNnnfpa
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12
NOTICE.

OFFICE ST. LANDRY HoMEsT'D & DAN ASSN, I
Opelousas, Sept 16, 1895.
This Association has opened new Series
IN - The great advantages already reaped by
the shareholders and the public should induce
many to avail themselves of the present oppor.
tunity TO become members. The laying aside
OF an Insignificant sum weekly will secure you
good home. Shares to be applied for at the
office in Bank Building, up stairs. Weekly pay.
ments are only twenty-five cents per share.
p. D. ESTyLETTE,
sept. ~, 1895. President.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

In advising its readers where to buy,
an exchange says: Give your trade to
the merchants who keep store the wear
round. Buy of the nan who stands at
yOnr side at the tax COLLECTORS counter,
Buy OF a man who is your Heighbor,
yohr acquaintance, your friend. Buy of
a man who is a factor in the town Won
live in, who helps to make "A market for
the things you have to sell, Buy of the
home merchants who advertise in their
home paper.h
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

Mrs. Hudspeth's pretty cottage has
been completed and is now ready for
rent. 1t occupies one OF the most de-
sirable situations in town for residence.
1t is modern in all its parts, bran new,
elegantly finished, and offers fine op-
portunity TO any one desiring comfort
and elegance in home. Anyone desir-
ing to rent may apply to Mrs. Hudspeth
on the premises.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

NOTICE.-Divine services will be
held in the Episcopal church at Ope-
louaas on the 4th Sunday of each month
at 8 D. ~. 10 May and at II Il. N. in
June, and continuing alternately each
month. Sunday school every Sunday
at a:d0 a. ~.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12
- - O.

Parties having personals or other items
of interest who wish mention of them
in these columns. should call or hror
us note through the post Office, al
ways giving their real names as a guar.
anty of good faith.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

We-have made out our subscription
aud other bills up to May 8. and as
there has been change in the business
management as we'll as in the editorial
management of the paper, We trust that
the small amounts duo rs will De
promptly settled. Please call ana
sqnare up or be prepared to settle with
our collectors.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

The following true and undeDiable
words are well spoken 10y an exchange:
"The average editor knows of great
many things which are occurring week
ly in town that he does not print in bis
paper-news that would set the town on
fire and cause tongues to wag. People
who complain of things the editors
print should be thankful for things they
don't pint. There is more science in
knowing what to leave out OF paper
than in knowing what to put in. There
Is another mistaken idea in the minds
OF the public, which is, that the news
paper is always glad to get something
with which to fill up its columns. AS a
rule the editor is troubled to find space
10 whir!, to utilize the matter that he
desires to lay before his readers.
Never take anything to a newspaper Of
flee just to fill up the sheet, but send
everything there that You can in the
shape OF news and matters of actual in
terest. leaving it to the editor to i'm
prove, prune or change to suit the cir
cumstances.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

We want good immigration in this
State-men who will use some Of the
many acres which are bnt awaiting the
touch of the agrieulturist to yield
bountiful harvests. Louisiana offers ad-
vantages to be found in no other State
in the Union.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

u Delinquent subscribers and others
indebted to us are again earnestly re-
qhested to come forward and settle
We are reluctant to employ llarsI. meas
ures to collect our dues. but must do sc
IT this appeal is unheeded.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

TAKE NOTIcE.-We call tho attention
of Justices of the peace elect OF this and
adjoining parishes that we are prepared
furnish them all needed forms in
their line of business Oh short notice
and at reasonable prices. Write or call
and see for yourselves.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12
D

The Scientific American is tile best
educator you can place in the bands Of
your boy. Only SO per annum. We
will forward subscriptions without ex=
ira charge. Call and see sample copy.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

Business Men do not make their prof
its from the people from whom ti,ny
borrow money, bnt from the men they
sell their goods. 1t the people cannot
buy, retailers cannot sell, and Wholesale
merchants and manufacturers must &C
into bankruptcy-Brya
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

/. On Monday Judge Dnpre announced
from the Bench, that for this term of
Court he would adhere to the ,ule of
his predecessor, 10y imposing IA fine of
$25 and costs for carrying concealed
weapons, but that thereafter he would
follow his own judgment as 10 the guam
tum of fine in such cases. From this
we infer that the Judge intends to
make this Otfense Il costly Injury.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

Patronize your home merchants, your
home printer. your home postuffice,
your home livery stable, your homo
druggist, your home barber, your home
jeweler, and yonr home people, and help
to build up your town and parish.-Ex.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

"ANTED : SEVERAL FAITHFUL MEN
w or women to travel for responsible es
tablished house in Louisiana. Salary $3.50, pay
able SIS weekly and expenses. Position perma-
neDt. Reference. Enclose self-addressed stamp
ed envelope. The National Star Building, Chi
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

Ripans Tabules cure dizziness.
Ripans Tabules: at druggists.
Ripans Tabules cure constipation.
Ripans Tabules: for sour stomach.
Ripans Tabules cure bad breath.
Ripans Tabules cure liver troubles.
Ripans Tabules cure biliousness.
Ripans Tabules cure headache.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

We often hear the remark made that
people should patr"nize the home mer.
chant. Correct. But is it good policy
for some of our merchants to have theiI
job printing done in other towns? A
man should practice what he breaches
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

Don't fail to get prices and particu-
lars for anything in the clothing line
from Aaron Jacobs, who can supply
clothing from Wanamaker & Browns
celebrated make at the lowest prices.
Call and see samples.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

Democrats in some parts of the State
are trying to educate their voters on the
new election law. They are now begin
ming to see where the instrument cuts on
both edges.-Franklin ViDdicator.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

Printers in need Of a good newspaper
press can get one at bargain by ap-
nlyine at this Office soon. r. Hoe Il
Co. make; will print an 8-colnmn folio j;
is in fine condition can be seen in oper,.
alton; and will be sold at half original
n0st
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

Last Tuesday boing the Jewish New
Year, all establishments in town run by
Israeli,es were closed. According to
their reckoning this world is in it's 5657tf
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12
CARD OF THANKS,

Mrs Birdie Reynolds extends thanks to her
friends for their kind patronage, to Mr. Leonce
Sandoz for his apaciOus hall at reasonable rates,
to Mr. Adolphe Jacobs who is an efficient hall
manager, and to friends who in many ways
made her dancing school a pleasure instead of
a task Monday night Aug. 3lst. '96, the school
closed with II very enjoy able Hop.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

A gin belonging to DR.. Jno. A. Haas
situated at MamOu was burned this
week. Ginning had not yet commenced
therefore it could hardly be the result of
an accident. No insurance.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12
Saturday, September I2ih, 1896,
NOTICE !.
LAND OFFICE AT NEW ORLEA

LAND OFFICE AT NEW ORLEANS. La. 4
August 1lth, 1896.
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 he made before tho Clerk
OF the District Court, at Opelonsas. La. on
October Cd, 1896, viz:
MADISON NEcGENEE,
who made Homestead Entry No. 12746 for the
W OF Sec. "a, TIP. 2, south range west.
He names the following witnesses to prove
his continuous residence upon, and cultivation
of, said land, viz:
Louis johnson, Chas. Z. Carpenter, Andrew
Richmond, Leonaid Clark, all of Bayou Chi
G. Md. BRUMBY,
August is, 1896. Register
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

The Academy of the immaculate Con
ception reopens Oh the 1st Monday of
September. The Sisters earnestly soil
cit the patronage of the public.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

The old New York firm of Dan Tai
mage's Sons has been succeeded by the
Dan Talmare's Sons Company, a cor
poration, said to have a capital of
&3OO ono.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

Head off burglars and accidents 10y
placing your valuabes in a safely de-
posit box in the st. Landry State Bank
where you can rent one cheap.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

Parties having job printing done at
the COURIER Office must remember that
we do work at a very low figure but we
cannot do work on credit at cash prices.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

My school will be resumed the first
Monday in September. respectfully
solicit patronage. Terms to suit the
"hard times" Mrs Nj. nj. HAYES.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

Those who wish work done can have
it on my return from Carencro by ad
dressing me through The Opelousas Z. o.
B. +. PERLEY, Ginwlight.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

Mr.. 8rnest Savoy wishes his friends
to understand that the party of the
same name presented TO the Grand Jury
last week was another individual.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

The Theatrical season will soon open
md we understand that the manager of
our Opera Honse has several first class
attractions booked.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

Any person wishing to see the full
text of the new election law can find Il
copy in our office.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12
HI. f, EsTORGE,

NOTARY PUBLIC.
Office in District Clerks office. Opelousas, La
ALL NOTARIAL WORK
Executed promptly and accurately. An expert
ence Of many Years as chief deputy clerk OF the
Dist Court affords special qualifications for the
correct execution OF all notarial business.
Opclousas. July 25, 1896.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12
Gin Wright.

will do all work that may be offered
during the season.
B. F. PERLEY.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

The Financial question is ii puzzle to
many people, but not more so than how
Landau Bros. manage to sell clothing
SO cheap.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

Desperate efforts are being made to
quash the jury now serving in our Dis
trict Court.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

Give Aaron Jacobs yonr order for an
OVercnat. Mackintnsl, or winter suit
and save money.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

Some people keep SO busy envying
Others that they have no time to win
success for themselves.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

DR.. ". X. Irion has rendered his resig,,
nation as n member of the scllool board
of this parish.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

A nice lot of fresh dry goods, dress
goods. hats. shoes, notions, ETC., just re-
ceived by Fred. l.. Sandoz.. Cheap.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12


TON VS.. JOSEPH BLOCH.
No. 1866.
BY virtue OF a writ of seizure and Sa'e issued
out of the Hon. the Eleventh Judicial District
Court Of the State OF Louisiana. IN and for the
Parish of St. Landry in the above entitled and
numbered suit, and to me directed. ! have seiz-
ed and will proceed to sell at public auction, to
the last and highest bidder, at the front door
Of the Court House. i'll the town OF Opelousas.
in ST. Landry parish, on
Saturday, September 10Th, 1896,
at II O'Clock a. ~, the following described prop
erty, tOwit:
A lot of ground with the buildings aud im-
provements thereon i'll the town OF Ope!ousas.
parish of st. Landry, having front OF 90 (nine-
ty-three) feet on North street bounded north
by property formerly belonging to G. Dietlein,
now to Geo. Pulford, Jr., east by Lombardy
street. south by North street, and west by
property of Henry L. Garland, formerly prop
erty of Heloise Chenier. wife OF Henry Giron ;
and also five shares OF stock in the Home
stead and Loan Association in Series ID"
Terms-Cash II. H, DESHOTELS.
aug56t Sheriff.
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st. Landry Academy of Music,

Professor R. MAYER, Principal.
oN Branches taught; Piano, organ,
I1~N Violin, Violoncello and Vocal Mn-
Nh %]sic. A thorough theoretical and
I classical music education guaran-
ed. session commences September, 1896.
For further information apply to
Prof. 4, MAYER. Onelousas La
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

Heat has moderated considerably this
week
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12
sUDlcrA. AD ADqERTrsEmsNTx.
OF F1NAL TABLEAU.
ESTATE OIL. b. SANDOZ.

PROBATE DOCKET, DISTRICT COURT
ST. LANDRY. No. 1896
Whereas. j. X. Sandoz, of tho parish OF ST
Landry, administrator of the estate of l.. B.
Sandoz. decd, has filed final tableau of classl
fication OF debts. distribution of funds and
final account of administration OF said estate
accompanied By his petition praying for the
homologation of the same;
And, whereas, the prayer Of said petition has
been granted by an order of court hearing date
Sept. 10, 1886.
Now, therefore, notice is hereby given to all
persons interested to mako opposition to said
tablcau TO file same in writing, in my office i'll
the TO- Aof Opelousas, within the time requir
ed by Ian. why the said tableau should not be
A. PhVY.
eept. IL, 1886. Ut Clerk
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SepeemOeF I&tn, $780,
| the following described property, belonging to
sad lnsOivent, towit:
CAMPBELL PROPERTY
THAT certain tract or parcel OF land situa-
ted in the town of OpelOusas La ana knOwn
as the Campbell tract OF land, hound-porfh by
property of j. B. Sandoz, South hy Mrs r. H.
Littell, east by Lonsbardy street. and west by
said land sold by JOS Bloch to the following
parties viz:-L. p. LOualier 8 lots containing
an area OF IS feet front on Walnut street by lI6
feet deep, Mrs. c. Prudhomme lots having an
of IS feet front on Walnut street by l6a feet
deep, G. Dejean lot having area OF 80 fees
front on walnut street by 1863 feet deep, Alecs
Grlmstead lot having SO feet front on Walnut
street by l69 feet deep-together with all the
buildings and improvements thereon. Saa
land is traversed by Cheney street running east
and west: and by Walnut street running north
and SOUTH
JAMES NJ. HIGGINS PROPERTY.
2-1st, north half of south west quarter of
section H. township south Of range east.
situated in the parish of St. Landry, La, in
26Il00 acres.
and. 10 74I1oo acres being part of tbs
sald north west quarter of section II.
township 7, south of range east, and bounded,
south by land first described, north by lanG
or 5. b. Harrington, east by land of Elisha An
drus and west by the tract hereinbelow des-
crlbed together with all the buildings and i'm.
proyements thereon.
Sd. tract of land adjoining the above two
tracts containing IL and 1lI1OO acres being part
OF northwest quarter OF section II. township
Z. south OF range 3 east, bounded north by
Bloch, east by land first described, south by
same and west by E. A. Beauchamp
PRUDHoMME PROPERTY.
3.-A certain tract Of land situated in the par
lsh OF st. Landry, near the town of Opel0usas,
on the north thereof, containing So and 16IlG0
acres OF land as per plat fled in Eotaria act
Of sale No. 1905 made by H. Hayes, surveyor
said land being bounded north by old roa..
leading formerly from Opelousas to Vile Plate
south By land OF E. A. Bennett, lily Brooks
Gabriel Nero aud others, east by public road
leading to Washington, La, west by Vile Plate
road, together with the improvements thereon
said land heretofore sold to P. Del Buono. 4
STORE PROPERTY.
A certain lot Of ground situated in the
and Bellevue streets, bounded north hy prop
erty of Prevot south by Bellevue street, east
by Main street and west by property OF Mrs.
Leonce f. Iittcl, formerly belonging to Gibbs,
together with all the buildings AID improve
ments thereon.
5.-That certain lot OF ground in The town of
OpelOuSaS, La, with the residence thereon,
bounded north and west by NJ. Villaseca, south
by Samuel Peters and east by Walnut street
About ten arpents of land situated in
Plaisance IN Big Woods adjoining land of Terre-
bonne Dupre, bounded north Wy Alride Rcr-
trand, east by Henry Lastrapes. west by A.
Bertrand and south by land Of II. H. Garland.
Twenty arpents of woodland bounded
north 10y ID. DuriO, south by Pitre west by NJ
Andrepont and south by c. COmeau, pun chased
OF Diomel Durio.
Terms:-cash subject to pH appTasement; r N. seni
August s. 1886
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

Get our prices for job work
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

Ripans Tabules: one gives relief.
Ripans Tabules: gentle cathartn.
Ripans Tabules cure torpid liver.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12
August S, 1896
CHE RIFFS SALE.

ST. LANDRY HOMESTEAD AND LOAN AssoCIA
TON VS.. JOSEPH BLOCH.
No 1866.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12
JUDICIAL ADvERTusEMENTs.
JOSEPH BLOCH VS.. HIS CREDITORS.
PROBATE DOCKET, DISTRICT COURT
PARISH OF ST. LANDRY

By virtue of an order of the Honorable Elev-
Louisiana, in and for the parish OF ST. Landry
there viii! be sold at public auction to the lass
and highest bidder. by the undersigned
Syndic. or any duly qualified auctioneer,
at the main front door of the Court House.
i'll the town of Opeousas, at II o'clock ~ n..
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

Opelousas, May 2, 1896.
The Opelousas courier., 1896-09-12

Col. Leonce Sandoz, accompanied b.
his daughter Miss Estelle, left for Lake
Charles OH Tuesday to attend the Lou,
lsiana Press Association. On tue eve
ming of the 11ti they will leave Lake
Charles for Denver, Col, where they
will attend the Trans Mississippi Press
Associations