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The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29
The Land of the Midnight Sun.
On BOARD s, S. ONO, AUG. 1, '9G

| YIN DOA KID ol1lO, AUG. L, ~.
1t is II o'clock tonight as commence
/ to write the COURIER how the Mid
/ night Sum looks at midnight. To-day
| at - IN. we weie in Lat. 7343 n. and
Long. 80 10 E., and had seen 331 miles
in % hrs. and 26 Minis, the exact time
since 12 m. of yesterday when we were
in Lat. GS.14, Long. 1903. Since noon
| to-day the ship has slowed up and has
been running only five or SIX miles an
| hour, so that at midnight we will be in
the neighbolhood Of Lat. "A N, or in
the vicinity of Spitzbergen, well up in
Arctic Ocean.
| write by he light of the sun, which
is lis light as the mornings in Opelousas
with the sun an hour high. The sun
seems to be hanging above the water
lost. not knowing which way to go.
Everybody is on deck and many are
writing, as am. The sun will not go
down tonight here but will be up in
the morning just as We will, and may
be looking at us as we are ut him. just
as the bell strikes the hour of midnight
the vessel will he turned around and
steam for North Cape which is far to
the South but toward home. | will
mail this letter at the first opportunity,
perhaps at Hammerfrst, or | may have
no opportunity until reach Bergen.
1t is now midnight; the sun hangs
above the waves the passengers sit or
stand in deatblike stiffness, not sound
is heard as we gaze at the "Great King
of Day" who has forgotten to go to bed.
But now the clang Of bells ring out in
the midnight air the nose of the vessel
is turned to the south and we are off at
the rate of ID miles an hour.
| will suhjoin a few notes as jotted
down in my diary before closing this
for the mail. A. DINIMICK.
July 81. Sailed from St. Petersburg
for Helsngford in Finland at p. m.
Arrived at HeIsingford. the Capitol of
Finland. next morning. 1t is built on
islands in the gulf of Finland, a beauti-
ful city of 10000 inhabitants. Distance
from St. Petersburg 178 miles.
July %. Crossing the Baltic sea.
July 90 Arrived at Stock holm. Tor
tuous channel of so miles among islands
to reach the City. Distance from Hell
siDgford, 242 miles.
July "a. Sailed from Stockholm for
Copenhagen, a distance of 265 miles.
July 81. Sailed from Copenhagen at
5p. m.
At - III. on Tuesday 2Sth, in Lat. 81
N, Long. TAI E. Distance lnn 241
miles.
July 80. Ran into Burgeu in the
morning and remained TIL 5p. IN Dis
tauce from Copenhagen 253 miles. The
Kings Of Denmark and Sweden aud the
Emperor of Germany here. The En-
perol leaving in his yacht at 10 Il. H.
much powder burned.
July 80. 12 m. In Lat. SO 81 NJ, Long.
Z 40 E, off Heitleven Island. Distance
run from Bergen 232 miles. Cool and
fair snow mountains in the distance.
July 81, 12 M. Lat. 6S.14, Long. 1903,
moonnoves Flagstado. Distance, run,
313 miles. All day ran along and ont
side the Lutfoden Islands, about 1870
miles from the Norway coast and $50
miles east of Greenland. Cloudy with
gain. Temperature 4S.
Saturday Aug. 1, 12 III. Ia Lat. 70 43
n, Long. % 10. Distance run 331 miles,
time % hours and 26 minutes. Temper
ature AZ deg. =
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

Rev. W. J. Agnew, pastor of the Pres
byterian church at this place, will
preach his farewell sermon here to-
morrow Sunday 30tl) at II a. m., and
at Bellevue at 3. p. M. Mr.. Agnew has
served the churches of Onelousas, Belle
vue and Lafayette for the past four
months and in the short time of his pas
torate charge endeared himself to all
who knew him, and who regret that he
leaves our community. He will go to
Wisconsin for the purpose of at
teuding course of lectures to better
qualify himself for the duties of his
calling. We wish him success.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

FRANCOIS L. Pitre, an old and highly
respected citizen of this parish, died at
his home near Washington last Thurs
day, aged 72 years.
Mr.. Pitre was one of the land marks
of our parish. A man of great probity,
spotless character; he was identified
with the history of st. Landry for the
last fifty years. A good citizen, a true
friend. fond father and husband; he
will be sadly missed by those he leaves
behind. During the war he was hospi
tality itself-many weary and foot
sore old Confederate soldier received
fatherly treatment from him, and those
that remain will join the family in
mourning his death. Peace to his ashes.
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Married..

At the Catholic Church, Opelousas,
on Monday, Aug. Gath, 1896, Amclie
Reed, daughter of Alphonse Reed, Esq,
to Adelin Durio.
After the ceremony goodly number
of the friends of the family assembled
at the Park Hotel (the residence of the
brides father) where "A sumptuous lunch
and choice refreshments were served,
aud where good cheer reigned until a
late hour. The COURIER extends the
groom congratulations in his good for
tune in tho selection of life partner,
and wishes the bride full measure of
happiness and felicity.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29
CAL.
To Get Even.

This is the time of year when the
Editorial Association has blow out at
the expense of the railroads and other
heartless monopolies. Go it, brethren
take all you can get After dispensing
cords of free advertising for church
fairs and the doctors whose ethics will
not let them pay advertising bills, the
public by accepting few passes to
mountain or seashore.--Press & Printer
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

Mr.. Geo. H. Iseminger. who spent
several sever months in Opelousas during
lS95 and 1895 is now publishing the
colchester Independent, McDoDough
Sounty, Illinois. Mr.I. and his estima-
Oie wife are both expert typos and their
many friends here will be pleased to
earn OF their new venture, and wish
them full measure of success in their
neW enterprise. The COURIER will al
sWays pc glad to hear from Mr.. and Mrs.
u ana above all will be pleased to learn
e fleir prosperity.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

We have made ont our subscription
and 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 due us will be
promptly settled. Please call and
square up or be prepared to settle with
our collectors.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

The lynching Of three Italians in the
parish Of st. Charles, has evoked de-
mand for indemnity from the Italian
government. II the Orleans prison
lynching is to be taken as a precedent
our government will, very likely, have
to pay indemnity to the families of the
lynched men.
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NOTICE.-Divine services will be
held in the Episcopal church at Ope-
lousas on the 4th Sunday of each month
at p. m. in May aud at II a. m. in
June. and continuing alternately each
month. Sunday school every Sunday
at $50 a. NJ.
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NOTICE !:

LAND OFFICE AT NEW ORLEANS LAT
August 1lth. 1896. {
Notice is hereby given that the following.
named settler has filed notice OF his in.cntlon
to make final proof in support of his claim. and
that said proof will he made before the Clerk
of the District Court, at Opelousas, La. ON
October I'd, 1896, viz:
MADISON McGEHEE
who made Homestead Entry No. 12746 for the
SW OF Sec. "a, TIP. g. south range l west.
He names the following witnesses to PROVE
his continuous residence upon, and cultivations
of, said land viz:
Louis johnson, Chas. E. Carpenter Andrew
Richmond, Leonard Clark, all of Bayou Chi
cot La.
G. Med. BRUMBY,
August Is, 1896. Register.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

NOTICkr Land Office at New Orleans.
~ July 26,S3s95.-Notice is hereby given that
the following<1amed settler has filed notice of
his claim, and that said proof will be made be-
fore B. Bloomfield, U. s. Commissioner, at Opel
ousas, La, on Monday, Sept 16, 1895, viz:
MATHEW NUGENT, JR.,
who made Hd. Entry No. 1854 for the 81 of
s E3 and 81 of s WI, Sec. SO, Up l, s r west.
He names the following witnesses to prove
his continuous residence upon, and cultivation
Of said land, viz: George A. Fontenot, steve
Hazleton, Theodule Fontenot, Adolph Johnson.
all of st. Landry parish, La.
G. Med. BRUMBY,
Aug. 3, 1895. Register.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

Senator Jones, of Arkansas, saws that
the Southern populists are out for boo
die and spoils and in the impending
national contest will 20 for Mckinley
with the negroes where they belong. If
we are to judge the party in Louisiana
by some of its crazy leaders we are
rather inclined to the opinion that the
senator is more than half way correct
Iberville South.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

The following bids for water work
construction were handed in to the
town council last Monday: Seeker Con-
tracting Co, of Chicago, 1868 90;
Burt Mcdonald g. Co.. Austin, Tex,
$29. .439.00; B. F. Round. Chattanooga,
Tenn, $23. .03400. Mr.. Round made q
verbal statement that he would make a
whole subject will be taken up by the
Council on 1st Monday in Sept.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

The Chicago Inter Ocean says: La
Dor will go for Mckinley this year"
Exactly, and that is what is scaring
Mckinley now. He is already feeling
the spots that labor is going to knock
ont of him when it goes to the polls in
November.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

Arthur Collins, who some ten days
ago shot and killed negro near Wy
ble's bridge, was given preliminary
examination by Judge Dupre. After
hearing all the evidence i'm this case,
the Judge denied bail and remanded
the accused to Jail to await the action of
the Grand Jury.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

1t is always gratifying to receive testimonials
for Chamberan's Collie, Cholera and Diarrhoea
Remedy, and when the endorsement Is from a
physician it is especially So. There is no more
satisfactory or effective remedy than Chamber
lan's Cholc, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy ;"
writes DR.. +: E. Robey, physician and piar-
maclst, OF Olney, Mo; and as he has used the
Remedy i'll his own family and sold it in his
drug store for six years, he should certainly
know. For sale by j. II. Houston, Druggist,
j. Lassalles.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

TAKE NoTICE.-We call the 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 on short notice
and at reasonable prices. Write or call
aud sec for yourselves.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

Do the rank aud file of the Populists-
men who are sincere in their fight
against organized wealth-propose to
cast vote for Mckinley and the gold
standard by voting for the electors re.
cent? y nominated by the Popnlist Con-
vention in this cityP We believe they
have more sense than to do this thing
in order that few hungry office seek.
ers may be revenged on Democrats
Alex. Town Talk,
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

The State Board of Education met at
Baton Rouge on the Goth inst. and ap-
pointed the following persons as mem
bers of the School Board for St. Landry
parish: A. L. Fontenot, Robt. Lafleur,
j. j. Neyland, Yves Andrepont. B. l..
Gnilhean. W. S. Boykin, DR.. V. X. Irion
and w. S. Frazee
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

Bourke Cochran. in his New York
speech, speaks Of the silver movement
as conspiracy between Western Silver
Magnates, and Southern ex-slave own
ers who are unreconstructed. And
Cochran is New York Democrat |!
This is indeed doing justice to the South
with vengeance. But for the "ex-
slave b0lders vote of the South. would
New York Democrat ever have filed
the Presidential chair?
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

We notice that cotton seed and new
cotton are coming in town rather freely
1t is to be hoped that our buyers will be
more liberal with the farmer, and AL
low him little more out of the margin
for profits. Mr.. Buyer, don't kill the
goose that lays the golden egg.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29
A Remarkable Cure of Chronic Diar
rhR.

In 1862. when served my country as prl-
vhie ill Company A, 1G7th Pennsylvania Vol
unteers, / contracted chronic diarrhoea 1t
has given me great deal of trouble ever since.
I have tried dozen different medicines and
several prominent doctors without any per
manent relief. Not long ago friend sent me
IL sample bottle of Chamberlain's Calia Cholera
and Darriloea Remedy, and after thar bought
and took a 5O-cents bottle; and now l can say
enough to you for this great Remedy, and recon-
mend it to all suffering veterans. II in doubt
write me. Yours gratefully, Henry Steinberg-
er, Allentown, Pa. Sold by J. ii. Houston
Druggist, J. Lassales.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

The man with the standing "ad," )"
says an exchange, is the backb of the
newspaper and the solid man of the
community. In summer or winter, in
sunshine OF rain, his name greets the
public eye with every issue of the paper,
and the public comes in time to regard
him as well established in successful
business, whether they have been his
patrons or not. Nothing succeeds like
success" and the public once getting
the idea that a man is doing well stands
ready to patronize him, and turns to
him naturally when it wants anything
in his line. In this simple fact lies the
whole secret Of persistent advertising.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

Don't fail to get prices and particu
lars for anything in the clothing line
from Aaron Jacobs, who can supply
clothing from Wanamaker e. Browns
celebrated make at the lowest prices.
Call and see samples.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29
CHALLENGE.

Item;
hereby challenge you to match the Stallion
a trotting race to take place on any race track
in the State of Louisiana that you may name,
and for any amount that you wish, not less than
than 1st of Aug. nor later than September 18th.
In making this challenge 1 feel that I am
acting on the defence as have heard a great
many mistaken rumors concerning the two
horses, one particularly, that have refused to
race the said Cash Item since our race in July,
's5: Now if you intend racing please accept
this challenge. If not would like to hear from
you through the press of your town. I will
also match my year old colt, st. Patrick by
Victor Hugo, against any year old in the
State on same conditions as stated above.
G. W. SENTELL,
Per d. p. Halcomb
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Let me give you pointer" said M.F Gregg,
popular conductor on the Missouri Pacific
Collie, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy cures
you when you have the'stomach achel Well it
does And after giving this friendly bit of ad-
vice, the jolly conductor passed on down the
and travelling men never take trip without a
bottle of this Remedy, which is the best cure
for bowel disorders in the world. 25 and so
cent bottles for sale by j. II. Houston, Druggist
j. Lassalles.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

Houma, Thibodanx, and several other
towns in the State have passed ordi-
nances prohibiting the opening of
second hand clothing stores, unless ac-
companicu by certificate from the
board Of health of the place where the
stock came from that il was not expos
ed 10 contagious diseases. Such oldi-
nances are excellent and would be a
great preventive of importation of
smallpox and other germ diseases.
Another reason would be that these
secondhand clothing dealers are only
transients, and do injustice to
our regular merchants by divertng
from legitimate trade, but this latter
reason does not amount to much in Ope-
lousas. for by perusal Of the columns
OF the several local papers here, it wonld
appear that our merchants have no
special inducements to offer in that line,
for it they did as enlerprisins men al
ways do, they would advertise the fact
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

The editor of the Los Angeles Ex-
press sadly remarks: "The good time
does not seem so good after you have
had it. and the N. O. States replies:
"Try bromo seltZer, brother, it is about
the best thing you can get to brace up
with"
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

LOsT-In Opelousas, bteast-pin con-
sisting of gold bar with gold bird with
silver tipped wings and tail, and holding
diamond pendant in it's mouth. Finder
will be rewarded by returning same to
c. l. THOMPSON.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

Parties having personals or other items
of interest who wish mention of them
in these columns, should cal! or drop
ns note through the post-Office, al
ways giving their roal names as guar
anty of good faith.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

The Scientific American is the best
educator you can place in the hands of
your boy. Only So per annum. We
will forward subscriptions without ex-
ira charge. Call and see sample copy.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

My school will be resumed the first
Monday in September. / respectfully
solicit patronage. Terms to suit the
"hard times" Mrs. M. M. HAYES.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

Because man does not agree with You in
politics do not Immediately conclude that lie is
an anarchist or a hood!um, a pirate or a trai.
tor. These terms hurled about by
men who We're formerly gentlemen. There are
millions of American citizens; but tho number
of anarchists, hoodlums, pirates and traitors
this country is limted.-Boston Globe, Dem.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

The hardware business conducted by
A: Hackl, on Main street. has been
bought out by Patton II. Blackshear,
who took charge on Monday.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

There will he meeting of the School
Board on next Saturday. Sept. 5th, on
which day public school teachers will
be assigned to the different schools.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

Ex-C nited States Attorney NJ. C.
ElstneR-n nas been nominated as republ-
can candidate for Congress in the Fourth
District of Louisiana.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

Head off burglars and accidents by
placing your vaIuabIes in safety de-
p0st box in the st. Landry State Bank,
where you can rent one cheap.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

The academy OF the immaculate Con-
cepti0n-reoptnS on the 1st Monday of
September. The Sisters earnestly soil
cit the patIOnnge Of the public.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

Give Aaron Jacobs your order for an
Overcoat, Macintosh or winter suit
aud save money.
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Personal.

Ike Roos paid New Orleans business
visit this week
l.. Godchaux. of Big Cane, was il visi-
| ltor I'D town this week.
Leon Wolff, OF Washington, took Fl
the town this week.
Our former toWnsman Joseph L. Cain
was In Opelonsas this week.
Prof. Chas. G. Shaffer, of the State
Normal, visited OpeIuusas this week.
Prof. J. T. Barrett, of Acadia College,
was IN Opelousas on Wednesday.
Capt I. C. Gibbens, Of Washington,
was on our streets on Tuesday,
Miss Lizzie Morris, of Melville. visited
friends IN Opelousas this week
EN-: Boagni, President of ST. Landry
State Bank, left for New York tins
week.
Mr.. Z. G, Car,er.sa prominent citizen
OF Meridian, Miss. was in town this
week.
II. L. Elilch, Of Bayou Chicot, was
shaking hands with his friends in town
Thursday.
Masters Morgan and Claude Sandoz
left Friday for DaDville, Ind, to attend
college.
Mrs. Roland Williams, of Meridian,
MISS. ~ here on visit to her mother,
Mrs. w. Il. MrginIey.
Miss Blanche Lacombe has returned
home after very pleasant visit to
friends in Mobile, Ala.
Judge Gilbert l.. Dupre returned from
Cooper's Wells on the 21st inst. very
much benefited 10y his trip.
Mr. and Mrs: F. X. Hopkins, of Lafa-
yette We're visitors to our town on Fri
day and Saturday of last week.
Mr.. c. A. Tiebout, Field Secretary of
the La. State Sunday School Assn, was
IN Opelousas last Saturday.
Miss May Gil, of Prndhomme CITY,
is Wis sding in our town this week, the
gueaJ Of Miss Mabel Sandoz
We are pleased to note that our young
friend Felix Lima, who has been very
SICK t"i some time, Is out again.
Oar neighbour, DR.. J. =. Saizan, who
has been absent for several weeks, has
returned and resumed his Practice.
Dir. Theo. Forest. Old Gland Prarie's
popular physician, was welcome visi-
tor III our office on last Thursday morn
ing.
MesAIs. l.. T. Lnnalier and Henry
Crawford have been removed from their
positions in the Recorders Office this
week.
MIR. Abraham Foster, accafpanie,l by
his sister, Miss I,nst, retnrntI from ii
Sio'' Mon,inv, q several days t" p'adI's'""e o"
Mr.: and Mrs. II. j. Threlkeld attended
the Lafayette parish Sundays School
Convention, which met at Uafayette
this week. ,ft
Miss Ida, the bright and amiable
daughter of Mr.. E. S. An,lrus, is visiting
IN Mamou the guest of her cousin, MissG
Eta Truman.
Miss Winnie Hayes, one OF Crowley's
faIr and winsome daughters, after
spending several weeks very pleasantly
ln our town as the guest of Miss Dee
White, returned home on Saturday last. |
Miss Fannie, the pretty and attractive
daughter of Dr.. w. NJ. Thompson, has
returned home after spending several
weeks very pleasantly witil'relatives and
friends abroad.
Mr.. Fred l.. Sanduz was in New Or |
leans several days this week making
purchases for his store, and is now TAX |
ing short vacation at Cooper's Wells,
Miss. preparatory to the opening Of the |
fall trade
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

Ripans Tabules: one gives relief.
Ripans Tabules: gentle cathartn.
Ripans Tabules cure torpid liver.
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H. r., EsTORGE,

NOTARY PUBLIC.
Office in District Clerks office, Opelolsas, l.
ALL NOTARIAL WORK
Executed promptly and accurately. Ane experi-
ence of many years as chief deputy clerk of the
Dist Court affords special qualifications for the
correct execution of all notaral business.
Opelousas. July rs, 1896.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

On Monday afternoon our town was
visited 10y a very heavy shower, the
heaviest in several months.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

A nice lot of fresh dry goods, dress
goods. hats. shoes, notions, etc, just re-
ceived by Fred. L. Sandoz. Cheap.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

In another column we publish let
ter from our good old friend, Mr.. A.
Dimmick, giving an account of the
midnight sun.
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

re you need Letter Heads, Note
Heads, Bill Heads or any other khad OF
job work, give us your order, and you
will be satisfied with our work and
nrica
The Opelousas courier. [volume] (Opelousas, La.) 1852-1910, 1896-08-29

In Lincoln parish the clerk of the
Police Jury gets'$5O per year, and the
treasurer 81 per year.