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The times., 1897-12-26

And the Western Union Company was
confident OF winning it?''
'Oh, yes
''Then don't you think the Western
Union Telegraph Company was unusually
generous In making the Government a
present of about $642 600, which it
virtually die by permitting the case to he
settled as Mr. Pradt arranged it?''
Il think that the settlement was the
wisest thing for a Government officer 10
have done He could not afford to lose
this case and we had the right with us
The average toll per message is 3O.5 cents;
the average cost is "a } cents; the a verage
toll under Postmaster General Wa ma
maker was 16 cents, therefore by that
rate the company lost S cents on each
message sent. In addition to this the ate
lie fixed for the special circuit for the
weather service was only about 75 per
cent of the actual salaries Of the opera tors
alone, and much less when we q, ,si,ler
all the investments. etc. Judges are bound
TO look at the moral character of .uit
ia rendering q decision, and that would
have had fits influence. 1t was better not
TO have the judges pass on fine spun
justice when it would work an injury
and TO wait until a similar case that viii
not work an injury comes up. Then The
disputed point can be settled in the court
without injustice To anyone. / hone,
however, that The Times will not print
this article, for il is severe on Mr. Praat,
when. as a maj tier OF fact, the details Of
the settlement Were arranged by Post
master General Bissell Attorney Geleral
olney and myself. The present Depart
ment OF Justice, after examining the c.,se,
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07

We spent last Saturday in Winn-
field, and found the hustling citi
zens of that little village all ex-
citement over the proposed Texar-
kama, Shreveport and Natchez
railroad, which offers to call on
the village and turn it into quite
little city if the parish will vote a
5-mill tax for 10 years. The peo:-
pie should make haste to vote this
paltry tax, which they would GET
back on the first bill of groceries
brought over the road, and they
should remember that Winn par
ish is as rich as Natchitoches or
St. Mary, if they only had the
railroad to develop its natural
riches (timber). Winfield sup
ports two sprightly young editors
who with their respective papers
occasionally make the fur fly from
each other, but they are unit on
the railroad tax. The only man in
the town who is not outspoken in
favor of said tax, is ''Uncle Bob,"
who is serving his 2Sth term as
Clerk of the Court, and has never
been known to differ with any Of
his constituents on Il public ques-
ton.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07

In compliance with an Act Of
the last Legislature our City Coun-
Gil has employed Mr.. Harry Per-
cy, one Of our practical surveyors,
to survey the entire City, locate
and mark all the streets, squares
and lots, and make a complete
map of same. This work Will re-
quire about 6 months time in which
to complete it,, and will cost the
city st00. Mr.. Percy armed with
compass and chain, and corps of
assistants began work Monday
morning.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07

The Java Blend Coffee, already
roasted and ground, gives uniform
strength and flavor, which is i'm
possible to get when the cook tries
to roast and grind ii. One dol
lars worth will out last a dollars
worth of green coffee. We have
tried it, and Use no other. Sold
by Leopold Levy: Front Street.
a30-2t,
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07

Our worthy Assessor, Mr.. Thos.
j. Porter and his efficient deputy,
Mr.. P. j. Gibson, are now busily
engaged in listing the taxable prop
erty for this parish, and thorough
work are they making of it. For
years many Of the best properties
in the parish have been assessed
too low. and some not assessed at
at all, but these gentlemen seem to
have some regard for their oaths,
and are hewing to the line though
the chips are striking a few in ten
der places.
The Assessor believes that al
though the general rate Of valua-
tion will not be raised, this close
work and impartial treatment will
bring our total assessment up to
more than cover the loss of 25 per
cent of the past 2 years, and put
it again over the 3 million mark.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07
The Value of Constancy.

The constant drop of water
Wears away the hardest stone;
The constant gnaw of Towser
Masticates the toughest bone;
The constant cooling lover
Carries off the blushing maid;
And the constant Advertiser
Is the one who gets the trade.
-Wahoo Wasp.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07
Lodges.

Phmnix Lodge No. 3S. A. r. & A. NJ
Y r. Gallien. w. NJ; G. Trichel jr.. Sec.
Meets first and third Wednesdays, at Z
pm
Castle Hall No. 80, Knights of Pvthias
j. E. Breda, c. G.: Adolph HHerisson,
x. of r. S. Meets second and fourth
Thursdays, at s D. m.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07
FRIDAY, May Z, 1897.
Church Services.

Services at the Methodist church eve
nv First and Third Sunday at II a. M,
and 7:SO p. M, by the Pastor, j, c..
Sigh. PRAYER meeting every Wednes-
day night at 7:90 p. m.
BApTIsT--M. E. Weaver. pastor. Reg
nlar services, second and fourth Sundays,
IL a M, and s. p. IN; Sunday School, 10
q. NJ; Prayer meeting, Wednesday, p.
IN All invited.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07
SAWS.

An exchange which we mislald
says: "a tramp was given buck
saw and sent to the woodshe d he
eloped with the saw and left note
which read:
Just tell them that you saw me,
But that you didn't see me saw. -"
".
Mr.. Stanley Tanner says that
one of our butchers sometimes
sells beef so tough that you can't
stick a folk in the gravy made
therefrom.
Mr.. Tanner says further that he
can live for several days without
eating any meat, provided he can
get plenty of chicken-the reason
Of this being that be has a to,rl
stomach.
Why is a baby like Wheat? 1t
is first Graded, then thrashed, then
becomes the flower (four) of the
mily.-Mcdical World.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07

Water works for Natchitoches
are fast assuming a reality. The
plans for their construction have
been approved by the Board of
Underwriters, accepted by our
City Council, and Engineer j. A.
Homboe. who drew them has been
authorized to advertise in the En-
gineering Record for bids for con-
struction. The system is to cost
not less than $4,000, and will be
a long stride toward the perma-
nent improvement of our city.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07

7. A. Ducournau & Son are
Headquarters for Furniture. When
in need of Rockers, Chairs, Beds.
Refrigerators, Mattress, ETC., call
and see them before purchasing
elsewhere. a30-2t.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07

Our friend and fellow townsman,
Mr.. T. j. Flanner, is having some
improvements done on his proper
ty lust over the river.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07

The steamer w. T. Scovell,
with considerable delay, came up
Cane river and landed at our front
Monday morning, and after put
ting off a lot Of freight, she hasti-
ly returned the same way that she
came, not wishing to undertake a
further trip up the river, owing
to the shalloWness of its channel
there being only three feet Of wa
ter in most places, which was caus.
ing her considerable trouble.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07

Our friend H. S. Spikes, has s
acres Of corn beginning to tassel.
These Cane river crops are hump
ing themselves.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07

Our streets are becoming very
dusty-a convincincing argument
in favor of the water works which
we are to have lin the near future.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07

Mr.. M. Il. Readhimer has up the
frame and roof of a pretty and
commodious residence on the Cam
mack place, which be has purchas-
ed. His cotton was all chopped
out and dirted last Sunday, and
his crop is excellent. He is a boss
farmer.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07

The growth of cotton and other
young plants was retarded some
what by the cool weather, the lat
ter part Of last and the first of this
week.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07

Mr.. G. G. Joyce of Simpson,
La, gave us a pleasant call Mon
day, and remem bered us in a
most substantial way.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07
NOTICE.

! have in my possession one
dark bay horse about IA hands high
with small white spot in forehead;
branded on the left shoulder thus,
z. The owner is requested to
come forward and claim property
and pay for this advertisement.
l.. G. G. Grape.
Grapes Bluff, La.
April 30 '97.-M.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07
Shoes /!
Shoes {!

Ladies Ties, SOC. up, Ladies But
ton Shoes Toe. up, and the Royal
Blue Selz, Gents Shoes 81 90, re-
duced to 50 30. Williams, Weaver
Il OQnin,
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07
Fer Sale at a Bargain !

Hunters Full Circle Hay Press,
with latest improvements, mount
ed on Iron wheels. and in good
working order. CHEAP FOR
CASH. For particulars call on
T. j. FLANNER,
N. Y. Racket Store, Natchitoches,
La. may7-4t.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07

Miss Maggie Dickerson of Winn-
field, La, is the guest of her sister
Mrs. II. L. Brian of this city,
where she will remain for some
time.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07

Our farmers on Cane river are
sowing peas and ''laying by corn
this week.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07

We are having some delightful
weather just now for farming and
gardening.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07

Premier Shirt Waists, the Ladies
know, are the best-yOu will find
them at
Williams, Weaver s. O'Quin.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07


A Joint meeting was held between
the two literary societies of the
Normal on last Saturday night.
1t being an open meeting, quite "a
number Of our town people were
in attendance.
The subject for debate was !:
''Resolved, that Custom has a
greater influence upon mans ac-
tions than Conscience"
The subject was very ably dis
cussed-the speakers doing great
credit to their respective sides.
The decision was rendered in favor
Of the negative.
The entire program was litera-
ry treat, the music interspers-
ell throughout the program was
simply grand, and the rendition Of
which displayed much talent.
We hope for repetition Of
such a'treat in the near future.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07

The associate editor is just re-
covering from slight attack OF
Ia Grippe.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07
A Lovers Explanation.

There's mnch." she said, sin politics
To rouse my curiosity:
A deal | can not understand
What is protection, tell me, and
What's reciprocity -
Just then his arm slipped round her
waist
With lover-like velocity;
THAT is protection, dear, and this
(Just then the maid returned his kiss)
''ls reciprocity"
-Lippincott'
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07

Prof. A. B. Kelly who has
charge Of a class in penmanship in
this city, made a visit down Cane
river to Barkley, Sunday, return
ing Monday. He reports crops
looking fine, and good prospect for
a large writing class in that vicini-
ty in the near future.
From his appearance since his
return, we predict that doubtless
be has even brighter prospects be-
fore him than that Of writing
class at least, we shall expect him
to visit those people again soon.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07
Wanted

500 customers to buy Straw Hats
at Williams, Weaver & O'Quin.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07
TOpsy /! Topsy!

Torsy Hosiery cannot be equal
ed--ask your neighbor, who has
used them. Yon can get them
only of Williams, Weaver Il OQuin
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07
- 4e YEARS OF SUFFERING
de1T9 *T RAEyM!!A!l1|sM. VA
fI(1K atiaop;l lsaandt

found below, from those
remember Drops has
fail quickly relieve permanently Sep. o 1896
Wis Re has had Neuralgia his chest suffering deal
feeling He has the eminent bphyas put found relief
gaining and began taking medicine last April
stiffness
Drops"
every Dlops
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07

That clever and progressive In
surance firm Of Lemee & Tucker,
hav. moved their office on End
street, one door, and are now in
the brick building formerly used
as a barber shop, and more recent
" as ! restaurant. They have
have more room there for their
growing business, and better ac-
commodations for customers.
Try Us on JOB Work, neat and
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07

Mr.. S. B. Simmons, formerly a
citizen OF this place, but now OF
New Orleans, is on a visit to rela.
tives and friends here. He is a
brother of our friend, Il. A. Sim
mons, of Natchez, and OF Misses
Virginia and Mary Simmons, OF
this city.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07
Peas!
Peas!

We've got a lot of Speckled
Peas at low figures, Williams,
Weaver & OQuin.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07

Try Us on JOB Work, neat and
cbesp.
The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07
81 YEARS or SUFFERING.

81 ykAHS Or SOtfeHIN0.
DEAR Sm:- JANUARY 2 1897.
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CATARRH AND Hay FEVER.
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The Louisiana populist., 1897-05-07
Iknow It will do more than you claim for II,
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PARALYSIS AND RHEUMATISM

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PARALYSIS AND RHEUMATISM
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The Portland daily press., 1897-03-01
Guessing About the Close of the Race of
the Polo Players.

Guessing About the Close OF the Race OF
| the Polo Players.
The Portlands will make their last ap-
pearance of the season at Rockland Mon
day, and on Tuesday, Rockland will ap-
pear in Portland for the last time this
winter.
Wednesday evening the Lewistons will
be the attraction at City hall and the
Portlands will return the game OF Lew
iston Thursday evening. Friday and
Saturday the Portlands will not play.
The leading Rocklands. for all their
team was we'll organized from the start
and has remained intact, are receiving
some heavy falls of late and are in dan
ger of losing first place. This feature Of
the race is interesting to Manager Burn
ham, who has been criticized ny many
for many frequent changes in the person
mel of the local team. Lewiston and
Bath are playing fast polo and either is
liza BILE to take the lead at the finish. Bath
is regarded generally as being the strong
capped trifie by the fact that her per-
oentage il yet below that of Lewiston.
With the two clubs tie today the gen
eraI opinion is that Bath would land
ahead of Lewiston and teat out Rock
land in the two weeks yet to play.
The Portlands lost some important
games the past wesk that will make it
difficult for them to finish better than
fourth In the face of the determined
work of the three leaders. Gardiner
has a good cub and is ambitious so beat
out Portland. They have secured Spen-
Ger of the New Bedf0rds to strengthen
their rush. Augusta will be a sure tail
ender.
The remaining games to be played in
Portland will be as interesting contests
as any that have taken place this season.
The Rocklands will fight hard to retain
the lead while the Portlaads who held
second position SO long will NEST ma
turally enjoy it to defeat Rockland and
assist to knock them out of first place.
The Lewiston and Bath games will,
rs usual, be hard fought games.
The Portland daily press., 1897-03-01
MISCELLANEOUS.
IMPURE BLOOD.
The Ills That Accompany it are Legion.
The Sufferer Eventually Becomes a
Loathsome Sight, with Death the Only
Escape From Pain.

SAS a. diseased condition of the blood once
exist md unless it is stopped it will from day
to day grow and spread. The disease germs
in the blood multiply rapidly and impregnate
tbe tissues throughout the entire body, creating
ulcers and other horrible sores. The patient
grows weaker and weaker. Every one of the
great vital organs of the body become affected,
and death is looked upon as blessing. Do
not let such troubles go too far; before it is
foo late take that most famous of blood puri-
Sers. Kickapoo Indian Sagwa. 1t quickly
enriches and purifies this great vital principle
of the body, and at the same time acting directly
on the stomach, liver and kidneys, dispelling all
lurking poisons. Thousands have been cured,
and to-day sing its praise.
one OF the many who have experienced relief
Is Amos Lord, OF Conway, Iowa. He says,
81 suffered from a chronic blood affection for
70 years. In September 80, had an operation
performed on my foot, but the poison still
remained and went through my entire system,
and placed me in such condition could not
sleep nights on account of the hot burning
fushes all over me. lost the use of my limb.
My liver and kidneys became badly affected,
and my general health so reduced that | gave
up trying to live. Took over twenty bottles of
certain Sarsaparillas with no relief. At last l
concluded to give kickapoo Indian Sagwa
trial, and am happy to state that after using
it l experienced great improvement. My
liver and kidneys became normal my limbs
began to gain strength, so that now can walk
without crutches, and my health is good for
man of my age, being over 20 years old. l
cheerfully recommend Sagwa to anyone afflicted
with kidney and liver troubles. l think it is
the greatest blood purifier I ever used"
Remember it is purely vegetable, and con-
tains no poisonous ingredients whatever, being
made entirely of roots, banks, herbs and gums.
All druggists sell it. SI.00 bottle; Bottles
for $500. ST.
The Portland daily press., 1897-03-01
siles were hurled through the windows

SIZES were hurled through the windows
by the shock.
Immense crowds arrived on the scene
OF the wreck, and the entire police force
was about the rufus. The accident is the
second OF the kind that has occurred In
THIS City within two years.
IL IL estimated that the financial loss
will reach 500. 600. This is fully covered
by insurance in the New England Man
ufaoturers' Mutual Association. The
corporation is one Of the wealthiest OF
the Kind in the state, it's stock being
quoted at s08, and very scarce even at
that price. The accident occurs at the
worst season Of the year. and means e
heavy business loss to the corporation,
and loss to the operatives, as it will be
month or two before the plant can be
put in working order throughout.
The Weayers' Union officials say that
their organization will begin to give
stoppage pay to the members next week,
as it is we'll supplied with funds.
The Portland daily press., 1897-03-01
INCLUDING PORTLAND HEAD.
Civilians May Be Excluded From AL
Fortifications.

Washington. February 27.-The CHAR
aoter, extent and other information con-
oerning seacoast and other Notifications
of the country are hereafter to be guard
ed az an important military secret by
army officials. An order OH this subject
has been prepared at the War Depart
ment and will be issued at once. Civil
ians. whether Americans or foreigners,
are not to be permitted to visit the fort1-
fications in the future unless they have
pass signed by proper authority. No
passes will be issued to any one except
on military reasons. 1t has been the
custom to permit nearly every one who
wished to inspect the Notifications to do
so. Until recently freedom in the mat
ter was not important, as the country
had little If anything to coucesl. Now,
however, a number of the new, modern
defences are nearing the point OF COM
pletion, and persons with any knoWl-
edge OF works and defence could readily
see where the big guns and mortars are
placed, how they are defended, and gain
other infoi nation which would be or
great value to all foreign countries. Not
only this, but they could, by careful
inspection, learn about the mine connec-
lions. torpedo preparations and other mat
tiers which is Is important should be
known only to officers of the army.
All foreign countries closely guard
their Notifications and permit no out
siders to, learn anything concerning their
character and extent. Some times secret
Information on the subject leaks out.
but as rule the intelligence Sits
through some dishonest or unpatriotic
su bordinate. Occasionally it is purchased
at high price. The War Department.
authorities have been considering this
subject for some time, intending to issue
orders keeping visitors out of tho new
defences. 1t has now become necessary
that action to, this effect should be TAX
en-. At NUN Der of places the plans of
defence are almost executed. According
ly, directions in the case have been pre-
pared by General Miles. Under these
nc one can visit the Notifications who is
without written permission to do so.
ne PERMISSION ls w he Sakuoa Wy noAae
one in military authority. Except In
CAGES Of persons in the Army. permits
sion will not be granted. Civilians need
not expect a permit
War Department officials say that while
their new ruling may seem somewhat
severe to civilians and while they would
be glad to have the public generally
know how the appropriations have been