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Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-03-21
TIE POSTGFFICE,
AN INTERVIEW WITH FERD
 HAVIs.
Says the Matter Has Been Referred to the Executive Committee and He Thinks His Chances Good
 for the Appointment.

On Friday, the GRAPHIC stated that the contest for the appoin tment af postmaster in this city was now between Ferd Havis and Oscar Spellman, and that other applicants for the position had already been practically eliminated by the Repub- Iican State Committee, or, rather, that such was understood in Repab- lican circles. Thinking probably the public would like to know more of this, our reporter met Ferd 3ayis and asked him if such was true. He replied that it was his opinion that our statement in the GRAPHIC Fri day was correct, as he believed. We then asked him what really had been done by the central committee. He replied that the central commit tee was composed of ffty-seven members, consisting of Gen. Clay ton, Henry M. Cooper, ". Fl. H. Clayton and other prominent Re publicans; that they haa agreed on all presidential appointments in Arkansas, except the postofhce here, which they could not, or rather, did not agree uponi that they referred this matter to the executive com mittee, which is composed of Gen. Clayton, Henry M. Cooper, M. ". Gibbs, Col. w. c. Whipple, Judge Stalls, Judge Trieber, J. Donohoo, B. M. Foreman, W. s. Holt, Gen. Wheeler, D. D. Cole c. N. Kicks and H. L. Remmel, for a decision, who are to settle it during the month of April, by recommending a name to the President for the ap- pointment.
 He was then asked what he thought of his chances, and whether his appointment would, be accept able generally to the people of Pine Bluff. He replied that he believed his prospects are very fattering; that he did notknow, reven dream of Mir. spellman becoming Q eandi- date until day or so ago, because he did not live in Pine Bluff, and had never resided here, and only became a citizen of the county few years ago, and was surprised when informed by MT. Spellman that he was a candidate and would move to Pine Bluff shortly in aid of his can didacy. "As to whether my ap- nointment will be acceptable to our citizens, can only say this; l was born in Arkansas, in Desha equity, was slave, came to Pine BluH m 1858. and have lived in this town and city ever since. Next to Judge Bocage and Col. Grace, l believe l
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-03-21
LAYTON THE VICTOR
KNOCKS OUT VAN HEEsT IN
 THE EIGHTH ROUND.
It Was a Pretty Fight From Start to Finish and Witnessed by Many
 Visiting Women.
Special to the Graphic.

Special to the Graphic.
 HoT SPRINGS, Ark, March 20.- The glove contest between Billy Layton, of this city, and Johnny Van Heest, of New York, postponed from last Wednesday, took place at Wilmington Park, in the original Gorbett ring, ct 3 o'clock this after noon. The men were to fight if teen round go for a purse of $500, and Layton was to stop his antag- onist within that time or forfeit his share of the purse. Both men have long records of victories and the fight was witnessed by 500 people, many visiting women being present.
 Layton won the purse, knocking out Van Heest in the eighth round. It was Q rattling good fight from start to finish. Van Heest made q game fight and forced it up to the last round, but was clearly out classed. Layton knocked him down in the fifth round, and in the eighth round landed heavy left swing or the iuglar. Van Heest went down timber and was countedout.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-03-21

can come as near calling the names of all people of old Pine Bluff as any man living, and probably as well known to all the e itizens of the city as any man who lives in it. So, you see, I have lived here nearly forty years, and if l have not been throughout this long period of time Q respectable and orderly citizen, our people know it. While l have been since I became of age. a true Republican and generally regarded as one of the leaders of my party in this county, yet, l believe l can boast of tne good will of all the Democrats in it, nine-tenths of whom l know personally.
 For ten years I heId tue office of circuit clerk and for twenty-two years a city councilman, and during that period no charge of official mis- conduct was ever laid to me. Ny friends here are among the white as well as the colored people, aqd some of my best friends are among Demo- crats. During my candidacy for tbis position, many Democrats have assured me of their good will and Q desire for my appointment, since a Republican is to receive the posi- ton. As to Republicans in our city, I believe that 90 per cent. of them desire my appointment So, this much, at least, i give you as 8 req son for believing that my appoint ment as a Republican would be en- tirely acceptable to our people and patrons of the office. lift is to be awarded on the ground of long and faithful service to party, no one, I am told, should be selected over me. But whether l am appointed or not, Pine Bluff will always be my home and I will be buried in the same graveyard here with my old white and eolored friends. And with this remark, Havis turned the corner and passed down the street.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-03-21
LeVee at 0sceola Abandoned and Water Going Over in Great
 Volume.
The Situation From Cairo to vicks, burg Very Graye-4000 Destitute People in
 Memphis
Special to the GRAPHIC.

5pGGid1 6O IHe GEAHBiCs
 MEMPHIS, Tenn, March 20.- The crevasse at Charlottesville, Mo, is 400 feet wide. A break is reported at San sanee, Ark, and the 1evee around Osceola has been abandoned. Water is also going over the 1evee at Modoc, Ark. A smal! break is also reported at Rescue, on the Mis- sissippi side, but the main Ievee be- hind the outer levea is in good shape.
 It Is now certain that the St. Francis basin viii be flooded and the loss of property frightful.
 Five thousand destitute people from the flooded districts are in Memphis, at least four-ffths of whom are from Arkansas. Gov Jones, of Arkansas, is being roundly eensured for his curt telegram to the Memphis committee stating that he could render no assistance in the relief of flood sufferers.
 The citizens of Desha county are hard at work to hold the leYee at and around Arkansas City, which is in danger.
 Only two railroads are now run ming out of Memphis. Nc more rise at this point on account of the breaks in the levees, but the lower river will continue to go up.
 The situation from Cairo to Vicks- burg is exceedingly grave.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-03-21
FALLING AT FORT SMITH.
The Arkansas River Has Reached Its Highest Above-No Danger to Be
 ADprehended

Our people can take heart and cheer up. The Arkansas river will not flood this section of the country at this rise. The cheery news that the river is falling at Fort Smith was received here at 8 o'clock Satur- day morning The river will, in all probability, reach point within five feet of high water mark of 1892 at this point. The following $ the reading of the quage taken at 3 o'clock Saturday morning:
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-03-21

If you want bargains read the ads.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-03-21

Now is the time when the dust be- gins to blow, and Mr. Sam Franklin will be out before of April 1st, with his street sprinkling list. Street sprinkling is an indispensable necessi- ty in this city eight months out Of the year, and Mr. Franklin will doubtless have no difficulty in seear= ing signers.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-03-21

WASHINGTON, D. C., March 2O-- Both Congressman Brundige and Terry, of Arkansas, introduced bills in Congress today.
 The Anglo-American arbitration treaty will be confirmed by the Senate Monday. but King Oscar, of Sweden, one Of the proposed arbi- traitors, will be left out of it.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-03-21
BTozarts.

This fiue concert company will ap- pear at the Institute next Monday nj ght. Get reserved seats Ut Hart's tomorrow morning. full house will surely greet the symphony club Monday night
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-03-21
Notice.

Notice is hereby given that l will apply to the Probate court of Jefferson county, Ark, at it's April term, for an order to sell the fol- lowing real property: North half of north west quarter of section 15. township ,, rauge q west. SO acres, belonging to the estate of I. N. Barham, deceased. for the purpose of having the debts and claims probated "e C. H. TRIPLETT, Admr.
 Pine Blaff, Ark, March 15, 1897 Sw
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-03-21

At Memphis at 8 o'clock the guage read 31.7 and was stationary.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-03-21
 SUPREME COURT.
Two Cases From Th,s County Passed on
 saturday.

The following cases on appeal from Jefferson county were passed on by the Supreme Court saturday
 2935. St Louis Iron Mountain and Southern Hallway Company, vs. Ada H. Sweet, administratrix; ap- peal from Lincoln Circuit Court; re- versed and remanded; opinion by Justice Battle.
 3104 Mnskegon Lumber Company ys Anton Scollenmeir; appeal from Jefferson circuit court; judgment affirmed orally by Justice Hughes. Epworth League Convention at Clarendon For the above occasion the Cotton Belt Route will sell tickets (Pine Bluff to Clarendon Sl .65l and return, at one fare Tickets on sale March ., 2 and 24. Return limit March 26, 1897.
 ] " FARLEY, Agent.
 z4I. (s sr. 4 Af1YfY Yf
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-03-21
The Honnet Dry Goods Go. A Week of BonaFide Bargains !" "n Public.

Silk and Wool Muslin.
 This elegant fabric formerly sold for 35e, wool and silk, this week only I5c per yard.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-03-21
HIS FIRST BILL.
INTRODUCED BY CONGRESSMAN
 BRUNDIGE SATURDAY.
Ths Arbitration Bill Will be Con-
 frmed by the Senate Monday.
Special to the GRAPHIC.

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Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-03-21
Percales.

100 pieces assorted pereales, regular FOG goods go at 81zc This week only.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-03-21
Ginghams s.

75 pieces new dress styles of gingham only 4c yard. This week only
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1897-07-22
SPECIAL BUSINESS ITEMS.
IF YOU BUY A SINGER.

You will receive careful instruction
from competent teacher at your
home.
You can obtain necessary accessories
direct from the company's offices.
You will get prompt attention In any
part of the world, as our offices are ev-
erywhere and we give careful attention
TO all customers, no matter where the
machine may have been purchased.
You will be dealing with the leading
company in the sewing machine busi-
ness, having an unequalled experience
and an unrivalled reputation-the
strongest guarantee of excellence
Sold on easy payments. Repairing
done. B. BERGERSEN, Agent
1611 Bethel Street Honolulu.
The City Carriage Company possess
only f1rst-class hacks and employ only
careful, steady drivers. :.
Carriages at all hours.
Telephone 113.
JOHN S. ANDRADE.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1897-07-22
SAILORS HOME.

Fine. cool, airy, comfortable rooms;
bath, reading and billiard rooms and
electric lights in connection with the
house. Rent, 81 week and up; SIS a
month an up. 465O-lm
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1897-07-22
wOMAN'S EXCHANGE.
O1E Marchanf CT

Have on hand Hawaiian and Microne-
sian Curios, Native Hats, KAPPA, Mats
and Calabashes. Large, airy rooms to
rent at reasonable rates. Homemade
Poi, Guava and Poha Preserves a spec
ialty. Floral Designs or Cut Flowers
to order. Telephone $50.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06

An Arkansas lawyer, who was q
native of North Carolina, not long ago
wanted to inform q juror, also native
of North Carolina, that they both
hailed from the same state. So he
dropped some chewing gum, stepped
upon it, and pretended that his heel
had stuck to the floor. This gave him
an opportunity to say that he was a
s'Tar Heel" and that the warmth OF
the room had made the tar run. The
verdict proved that the Tar Heels
stuck together.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06
Antitoxtn is Emcacious.

The report Of the medical superin-
tendents to the Metropolitan Asylums
Board of London on the use of anti
toxin in the treatment of diphtheria
during the year 1896 has just been pre-
sented. 1t is the second year in which
antitoxin has been used in these insti-
tutions, and confirms the favorable
conclusions reached in the report of
1895. The percentage Of mortality
from the disease is greatly diminished;
in t-scarlatinal diphtheria it was re-
duced to five per cent, the previous
average for five years before the intro
duction of antitoxin having been fifty
per cent. The report lays stress on
the Importance Of early treatment,
pointing out that on the first day OF
seizure q dose of 1000 units will pro-
duce results which $4,000 will not
effect in the fourth. The report in
general may be accepted as an une-
quivocal Endorsement by the highest
authority Of the virtues and efficacy OF
the antitezin treatment.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06

There has been of late such an ex-
traordinary craze for balloon ascents
in Vienna, that the municipal council,
on account of the number of accidents,
has issued an order to tho effect that
"every one who should wish to make
q balloon ascent must prove that he
has followed the course of aeronautic
science. Married men desiring to
take part in an aerial voyage cannot
do 50 without the consent Of their
wives and children"
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06
Care Of the Cow.

It is by physicians and scientists
considered Of the utmost Importance
that the milk supply be regulated and
watched over with thousand times
more vigilance than has ever before
been done. tuberculosis may get
firmly rooted in the cows system and
continue there for long time before
any danger Is suspected. First OF all
things it is necessary that d healthy
COW be selected, then that she have
every advantage Of healthful condi-
tions. Crowding, dampness and dark
ness are serious faults in the build
ings where COWS are kept. Milk for
| bottle babies should not be furnished
| from COWS kept in badly-ventilated
and ili-smelling buildings. A very
small proportion of the milk furnished
to cities is fit for the use OF infants.
| If the present state Of things continues
there will Of necessity be revolution
in society and consumers will demand
the enactment of sanitary laws as re-
CARDS COWS, and will insist that every
regulation be complied with.-Thf
Ledger. :~.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06
When to Handle Bees.

To handle bees with the best salts
faction select the warm, bright days,
when the bees are flying most. The
fact is, the warmer the Gay the less
danger Of stings. Avoid as much as
possible working with them on cool,
cloudy days, as they will be found
more irritable on such days. Also
avoid handling them early in the
morning and late in the evening, Tor
the same reason. Bees abhor being
molested at night, and no work can
be performed with them at that time
with any satisfaction. They are al
WAYS the most peaceable when they
are gathering honey, and may be han
died as safely as ! brood Of chickens.
Agricultural Epitomist.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06

Parties intending to visit the Klon-
dixie Gold Fields or invest in stock
companies operating in that country.
are advised to get the Canadian Gov
eminent Alaskan Boundary Commits
sioner, Prof. Ogilvie's, Report on the
Yukon and Klondike Gold Fields. be-
fore doing so.
This is the official report made last
spring which SO astounded the Cana,
dian Government that they did not
publish it till Prof. Ogilvie confirmed
it personally on his arrival in Ottawa.
The report is very extensive, abound
ing in Photographers and Maps and
giving tho most reliable information as
TO routes, climate, and the indescrlb
able wealth awaiting the miners. Sent,
postage paid, on receipt of fifty cents
by the Toronto Newspaper Union Pub
fishers, AZ Bay St., Toronto, Canada
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06

It is comforting for Americans to
learn from the returns just published
by the journal Official" at Paris,
that not o single citizen Of the United
States has abandoned his country in
order to secure naturalization as .
Frenchman during the last twelve
months. France acquired no less
than 9,037 new citizens by means Of
naturalization last year. Belgians,
Germans, Spaniards, Poles, Russians,
Moors, Cinnamon and Britons figure
among the number, but not single
son of Uncle Sam.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06
Quito q Difference.

The fabulist Of the Chicago World
has invented n little tale of two men
and n dog. Its lesson Is too obvious
for comment, perhaps, but cannot be
learned too often. 1t is commended to
all readers, both to those who keep
dogs and to those who do not.
Johnson and Thompson were next
door neighbors. Johnson had a dog
that parked considerable part of ev'
ery night. Finally Thompson said to
Johnson:
Look here. Johnson, we have al
ways been friends, and l hope you
won't take offense if 1 tell you that the
barking Of your dog Is driving me and
my family mad for want of sleep"
"Dear mew said Johnson. That's
queer. haven't noticed that Leo ever
barked any to speak Of
Two or three evenings afterward
Thompson came home Leading n dog
the doggy string.
"Now, them" said he to Mrs. Thomp
con, 1--WE will soon have a chance tt
sleep. l didn't like to shoot the beas
while belonging to Johnson, so l bough
him. Nobody can blame us for KILN!
our own dog. I'll get some chloroforn
tomorrow"
A month passed, and Johnson ant
Thompson met.
"Well, Thompson, you haven't chloro
formed that dog yet"
mo" replied Thompson. "The trutl
Is we have become rather fond of tn.
fellow. He is so lively and playful"
"But doesn't his barking at night an
noy you nowf"
81 haven't noticed II"
Him" said Johnson. '1'he brut
keeps us awake half the night. l d.
not see how you can put ND with it."
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06
AGRICULTURAL TOPICS.
STRENGTHENING Crooked Streams.

It does not matter much how crooked
the little stream may be that mean.
ders through pasture lands. But if it
is to be cut for hay, or especially if it
is desired to use the land for blowing,
it is important to have the brook
Strengthened, so as to take as little
room as possible. In many places a
straight, deep ditch, cut to lead off
stream that only runs in the spring,
may be proftably turnedinto an under
d1ain, The convenience of blowing
over 1t and the land saved will make it
pay.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06
RED RIVER Line.
resident

Chas. P. Truslow. 900. President
Chas. W. Drown ...................
Traffic Manager, New Orleans, La
Leroy A. Stafford. ....... -.
Agent, Alexandria, La.
This Line is composed of the following
first-class steamboats,:
Imperial, capacity 5000 bales OF cot.
ton.
Valley Queen, capacity $500 bales
of cotton.
Hallette, capacity 1000 bales Of
cotton.
W. T. Scovell, capacity 1900 bales
OF cotton.
Anna B. Adams, capacity 1000 bales
of cotton.
Rosa Bland, capacity 500 bales Of
cotton.
And fleet of s Barges, capacity 800
bales of cotton each.
Boats leave New Orleans Wednes-
days and Saturdays, and leave Shreve-
post Tuesdays and Fridays.
The new steamer W. T. scovell,
built expressly for this trade, will
make weekly trips between Alexandra
and Shreveport during the coming
season.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06

"While Colonel Hays family came
trom Scotland six generations ago.
laws the London News, 'this excellency,
with that touch of scorn for pedigree
which the theoretical American pos
,esses, has not investigated the origin
Of his family, and is unable to say
whether he belongs to the noble house
Of Hay"
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06

Governor Tanner Of Illinois vetoed
the bill to permit the use of voting
machines on the ground that such o
method Of voting would not conform
to the constitutional provision that
"all votes shall be by ballot"
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06

The New York Tribune thinks that
authorizations are sometimes objection
able, as, for instance, when the Ten
nessee centennial exposition is re-
ferred to as "the Tenn. Cent. Show. !"
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06

cone of the greatest victories yet
achieved for the dairy industry is the
enactment and Governors signature
of the Illinois law which prohibits the
coloring Of oleomargarine," observes
Orange Judd Farmer.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06
Origin OF Horseshoeing.

In the ninth century they began to
shoe horses, but, strange to say, only
In time Of frost. King William I. intro
duced horseshoeing into England, and
six horseshoes are On the coat of arms
of the man to whom William gave vast
estates for caring for his horses in this
way.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06

Eczema is a local disease and needs loo" "t
treatment. The irritated, diseased SKIN mus
be soothed and smoothed and healed. NO use
todose yourself and ruin your stomach lust w.. w.,
cause Of an itching eruption. Ietterihe Is .no
only simple, safe and certain cure lot ~
Tozema, Ringworm and other SKIN lroup' rs
At druggists or by mail lor % G Genus Ill '''D'p''
J. T. Shuptrine, Savannah, Ga.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06

STATE OF ONO, CRY OF TOLEDO Is.
LUCAS COUNTY, -. .,no
FRANK J. CHENEY makes oath tnat ne ID Cu T.
s,nior partner of the firm Of r J: GhI 49,
and Stats aforesaid, and that said firm Will pay
fhe sum of ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS for eac en-
and every case of cATARRH that cannot DO
cured by the use of HALLS CATAERH CURE.
Sui'u " 'N' FRANK J. CHENEY.
syorn In before me and subscribed In my
tC-i presence, this 9Th day Of December
sr\I a. ID. 1885. A. w. GLEASON,
oEN" NofdrV Public.
Halls Catarrh Cure is taken internally, ana nl
of tba svstcm, Send for testimonials, free.
u '"' - +. J. CHENEY 6 Co., Toledo, y.
Sold by Druggists, 75c.
Halls Family Pills are the best
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06

Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup lot children
feething, softens the gums, reducing inna'liLti
lion, aliays pain, cures wind colo. zoc." Do'''o'
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06

Fits permanently cured. No fits or nervous GUS
ness after first days use Of DIR. Hines Grea'
Nerve Restorer. 50 atrial bottle and treatise lree
On. r. Fl. KLINE, Ltd, 931 Arch st., Phiia' fa'
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06

Most mortals never practice economy until
they Lave to.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06
THE GEORGIA HUM0RlST
THE ROUNTIFUL CROPS MAKES BARLOW
SAGE REJOICE.

And Prophesy Better Times--foi'tics III"
Politicians Have Nothing to DO with
BLESSINGS That Large Harvest brings'''
Other Interesting Talk.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06

have found Piso's Cure for Cons sun p..
An unlailing medicine.-F. H. LOTT, A'o' ''o''
st.. Covington, Ky, Oct. l, 1871
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06

1t Is not the anguish OF wiekedness 'hat Is
20 fearful, but its Joy.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06
couf,pement and Hard Work

Indoors particularly in the sitting pos ure, are
far mora prejudicial to health psan excessive
rpuscular exertton in the opeL air. HARD &c.
dcrtary workers are far too weary after once
Inns 70 take much needful exercise in the open
air They often need toni. Where e can ,hGy
seek lnyIgoration more certainly and agreeaDly
than from cstohers Stomach bi.res ,se tee9
tanstea force If nature. Use also for dyspep-
.ia kidney, liver and rheumatic ailments.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1897-10-06

you cannot make. wise fool by feeding
b. n on fish.