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The Coconino sun., 1898-05-21
Notice For Publication.

and ONCE at Prescott. Ariz., May ~, 1898.
Notice is hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice of his intention
to make final proof in support OF MS eiaim anu
that said proof will be made before CLERK OF the
Probate Court, at Flagstaff, Arizona on June
., 1898 Viz: Geo. II. Hoffman, administrator
Of the estate OF Mary }. Hoffman, deceased. for
Sc /, Sec. -. T. 81, n X. q F.
He names the following witnesses to prove
- did land viz: Charles A. Bush. ESeck X.
Jones, John Woody, Andrew Hanson, all OF
Flagstaff Arizona. a..
~" FREDERICK A. TRITIE, JR..
Register.
First pub May u. 1898
Last pub. June % 1898
The Coconino sun., 1898-05-21
Overall Thieves.

Two strangers entered the store OF
J. w. Weatherford about $50 O'Clock
Thursday evening and one of them
asked to look at some pocket books.
which were shown him. The other
stranger walked down the store and
stopped at the overall counter long
enough to pick up three pairs and put
them under his coat. This little side
plav was observed by Mr.. Weatherford
and as the thief Joined his companion
and they were about to leave the store,
they were stopped by Weatherford and
the goods taken away. Both the thieves
started on Il run for the east end Of the
railroad. with WeatherfOrd and officers
/ in pursuit. One was Overtaken in the
wards under Il box car. and the other
sought biding in the old Van Horn
house. where he was arrested by deputy
/ sheriffs Fairchild and Bush, who
brou yht two other hobOs along for good
measure. In the pursuit number OF
shots were fired by the officers over the
heads of the fleeing men. but they only
ran the faster. WeatherfOrd was struck
in the face by one of the hObos during
the pursuit. The thieves We're lodged
! in mi
The Coconino sun., 1898-05-21
HIS DOOM DRAWING NEAR.
Preparations For The Parker Exc
cution-A Carpenter at Work.


Unless some unforeseen accident
accident should happen. or unless the
governor of the territory should inter-
pose with reprieve or communication
Of sentence. the time of James Parker.
murderer and alleged train robber. on
earth is limited to two weeks and three
DAYS. The date for his execution has
been set for Friday. June 3. Sheriff
Rutfner has already commenced to
make preliminary arrangements for
carrying out the sentence Of the court
and a carpenter il now at work making
the scatfold. the old one belonging to
the county. and on which number OF
murderers have expiated their crimes.
having been destroyed by the court
house fire.
The laws of the territory require that
the execution shall take place in an en-
closure built adjoining the court house
on the east. by building fence Is feet
high. Work will not be commenced on
this until just a few days prior to the
execution.
As the time for his execution draws
near, Parker shows decided signs OF
weakening and has become very reti-
cent of late, although it is not thought
that he will weaken to the extent OF
breaking down but will meet his fate
bravely.
As last resort. an application will
be made to the governor by his attor-
neys for communication Of sentence,
but it will be done more as IA matter OF
form than otherwise, as the there are
absolutely no grounds on which to base
request for executive clemency. and
it is not believed that the governor
will in any way interfere with the sen
tence of the court.-.Journal Miner
DR.. d. J. Brannen spent Wednesda!
in Prescott, having been called there
The Coconino sun., 1898-05-21

10 the wife OF Gustave Dillman Freudepber-
ger daughter
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

Mr.. Phil Mcguire has had put up In
his fine bar room the Acetylcne lights
which adds to the appearance of bis
establishment very much. lie has
fourteen in his bar room and nine up
stairs, making twenty-three in all, and
the difference in the appearance in bis
place over the old coal oil lamps can
not be appreciated until one sees the
change that tho Acetylene lights
make. The interior is as bright as
day, the lights soft and white and Mr.
Mcclure says that he would not take
five times the cost of these lights and
go back to coal oil. Mr.. N. Fousse is
the agent for East Carroll and Will
take pleasure in talking Acetylene gas
to any one who wishes TO have plant
put in their residence or store.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05
ANNOUNCEMENT.

On Tuesday, March 9th, we will
have special exhibit and sale of En-
broidery. Ovcr three thousand yards
of the finest Hamburg and Swiss Eur
broidery will be offered for sale on
this one day only. Every feminine
heart in the whole world beats quicker
at the sight Of display of fine En-
broidery. Ladies', you should not fail
to come to our store next Tuesday.
In. HILL & BRO.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

We call attention to the card pub
lished in another column of the elm
proved service on the Yazoo & Missis-
sippi Valley Railroad" from Vicksburg
North, which has just been inaugurai-
ed by this road for the benefit os the
travelling public. Call on or address
Mr.. A. @ Pearce, city ticket agent, at
Vicksburg, who will take pleasure at
all times In answering communication
as to rates and routes.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

Among the guests al the wedding
of Mr.. Jake Landswirth aud Mice
Mamie Stockner last Sunday night,
were Messrs. T. D. Davis, Fred Shields,
Fred Schneider, Hugh Montgomery,
Royal Powell, j. T. White, s. B. Ken
nedy, ] E. Pinkston, Frank Pittman,
Jake Marcus, s. Galantey, and . few
others whose names We cannot recall.
From the Bend were Major L. K. Bar
Der and family, aud Capt. r. N. Rea.
Besides these and other guests, there
we're 2resen,, the families OF Mr.. Max
Stockner aud Mr.. Stockner, Of Missis-
sippi.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

We learn that few days ago two
gentlemen from England arrived 10
our parish aud went over the line oil
the old Steele road. they were sent
over by a London firm who Judge
Steele tried TO get the money from al
one time TO construct the line. Now
that the Judge is out of it and all the
franchises have expired. this company
has. taken up the project and it is
said have the backing TO build the
road: and these gentlemen who went
over the route few days ago, say that
there is no doubt but that the road
will be started in the near future.
Perhaps there is chauce yet for cur
North and South road aud that the
time has come for 1t to be realized.
We hope SO at least.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

We learn that several cows around
the country and in town have a strange
disease, resembling hydrophobia. Mr..
Fisher had fine young heiffer with
the disease, and il is said goured colt
to death on Saturday last. Several
persons wore badly frightened by the
animal on Sunday and there were
several stampedes. 1t was taken up
on Monday and penned, and on Tues
day it was thought best to kill ii,
which was done.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS.

On last Sunday night Mr.. Jake
Landswirth and Miss Mamie Stockner
were united In the bonds of wedlock
at the home of the brides father, Mr..
e. .Stockner. The ceremony was to
have taken place at 7:30, but the Rabbi,
DIR. Solomon, was detained by the
boat being behind time, and he did
not arrive until about 9 O'Clock, when
the parlor was crowded with a large
assemblage of friends and relatives,
waiting in eager expectancy the COM
ing Of the groom. who entered OH the
arm Of his brother, Mr.. Max Lands
with. The bride followed in a few
moments leaning on the arm of her
father. DR.. Solomon then performed
the imposing ceremony of the Jewish
religion, the dignity and solemuity of
which impressed itself on all present.
After the ceremony, those present
gathered around to congratulate The
newly married couple aud to wish
them a long life Of happiness and pros
perify, in which the Banner Democrat
joins heartily.
After which the bride and groom
led the way to the dining room, where
a sumptous repast was in readiness
for the guests. II was quite late when
the gathering broke up; and those
who took the train for Providence,
gave the bride and groom a hearty
hand shake, and expressed the hope
that their welded life would always
be as happy as it's beginning.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

While in New Orleans last week we
learned of the sad news that there was
no hopes for the recovery of Mrs. T.
j. Powell, aud that it was only ques-
ton of very short time when she will
be called 10 her reward. 1t Is sad, TO
think that this good christian lady cam
not be restored 10 her loving husband
and family. Our whole community
is saddened by the news.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

Mr.. George p. LaBarre. an old time
resident of our town, died i'm Vicks-
burg on Saturday morning last of
pneumonia. Mr.. LaBarre was treas
urer of Warren county and book keep
or for Allen & Sons for years and was
one of the leading citizens of Vicks-
burg. There were many regrets
among his old friends when they
learned of his death.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

Oapt. Tracey, secretary ofthc Vicks
burg aud Greenville Packet s,nmpapv
wiz please accept our thanks for cour.
tesics.
Oh Sunday evening colered man
i was brought from Monticello and
placed IN Jail for shooting al another
of his color
Il is a hard matter for the Provi.
dencc Lumber Company to keep IN,
with their orders. Lumber is ia
great demand.
One Of the boys in town has
changed his name since tho wedding
on Sunday night. Tha, is what Fred
Schneider says.
A great many planters started their
plows on Monday morning. Every
thing around the plantations will soon
be on the move.
Mr.. Guyton, the mule man, handles
fine grade of mules, and has large
lot TO select from al all times. Call
aud take look.
The store Of Mr.. Max Levy was
closed on Saturday last out of respect
to the father Of Mrs Levy, who died
at Cleveland. Ohio.
DR.. Mitchell, our popular home
dentist, should be patronizcd. The
Doctor guarantees all work, and his
prices are moderate.
The change on Tuesday night from
extreme pretty summer weather 10
wintery buster. made every one feel
rather uncomfortable.
While in New Orleans last week we
had the pleasure of meeting lion. j. e.
Ransdell and wife, both OF whom are
enjoying excellent health.
The planters are hustling aud all
have move GU themselves. They
know that 1t takes hus,iing 10 make
cotton at the present price.
That is terrible looking mud hole
between McGee's barber shop and the
shoemaker shop. Do something with
II, for it is nasty looking place.
Mr.. Charley Wilmington has qui,
town once more, aud on Friday last
moved out to the BeIlaggio plantation.
Charley will soon be with us again.
The Rising Sun Recorder says that
"grip" is far more fatal disease than
any other in this country. The VIC
Tins CT cholera, yellow fever and con-
sumption are small in comparison.
Capt. Joe Powers. the head man of
the Vicksburg s. Greeuville Packet
Co, will be hard TO hold when be gets
on the top deck OF the clipper "BcIl of
the Bends" The boat will soon be
finished and turned over 10 the owners
The appointment of Mrs. F. II. G. |
Taylor as postnlistress Of Providence,
gives entire satisfaction. AS soon as |
suitable. place cM be secured Mrs. Tay-
lor will move tue office from its pres.
ent location.
Mr.. Charley Webb, our popular
friend Of the second ward, will please
accept our thanks for the price Of his
paid in advance. Char
ley told US that he thought we needed |
it now. Thanks.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05
Last Thuradav

Last Thursday evening after the
colored school had closed, two OF the
colored boys, Eddie Baker aud Henry
Harris, on their way home got into q
quarrel, which came very near result
ing fatally to one of them. Eddie
Baker plunged knife into the head of
Henry Harris, and for time it was
thought that it had penetrated the
brain. Luckily for Harris it did not,
and be is now able TO be out.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

East Carroll was well represented
last week at the New Orleans Carnival.
Those of our parish who went down
were, Mr.. aud Mrs. j. w. Dunn, Mrs.
I. j. Fatherree, Mr.. and Mrs. j. S.
Guenard, Mr.. aud Mrs. j. N. Turner,
Mr.. Russell Burncy and daughter,
Judge w. G. WHY, DR.. F. r. Bernard,
w. N. White, j. Stein, J. C. Pittman,
ii. Stein, Sig Wolff, Wayles Brown,
aud Ed. Dclony.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

Messrs. E. X. and G. Nj. McAlpine,
of Port Gibson, Miss, have purchased
the Lewiston plantation aud will be-
come residents of our parish. The
gentlemen were in town on Monday
and Informed US that they had
brought labor and mules to run the
place. They are charmed with our
people and parish. and believe that
they have struck the garden spot of
Louisiana. We welcome the Messrs.
McAlpine among us, and hope that
they will always make good crops.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05
Mcguire & Schneider.

Our stores have sold more farming
impliments in the last few weeks than
ever before. Our planters are finding
out that they can purchase such things
at home for less money than by send
ing off for them. This lie right, pat
ronize home merchants in everything
you need, and both you and the
town will prosper by it.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

The levee contractors in East Car
roll have had hard time Of it during
the winter on account of the rainy
season. 1t is good thing that the
river did not get TO the high water
mark of last year. although the levees
in our parish are far superior to
what they were then.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

One of the boats belonging to the
government fleet, under the charge OF
Capt. Thomas, has been above town
for the past week. Capt. Thomas has
had several men at work repairing The
washouts near the revetting done few
years ago. The entire revetment
work is as good as when it was first
put there.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

Mr.. Leo Shields came up from the
Biggs levee on Tuesday morning TO
remain week or ten days. His
legion of friends regret to see him in
bad health. We hope that it will only
be a few days when he will be restored
to good health again.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

Every man who has taken part in
the Planters Association of East Car
roll should remember that it will be
dishonorable to break any of the reso-
lutions adopted and signed by them.
The Association is q good organiza-
tiou and there is not planter in our
parish who should not become men,
Der of it,
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

Mr.. W. N. White, our big merchant,
who has been in New Orleans for the
past three weeks selecting the spring
and summer stock for his immense
trade, is expected to arrive to-day.
His clerks have been busy unpacking
the big stock all the week.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05
Mcguire & Schneider.

Col. Mat johnson, a resident of Old
Carroll, was in town on Sunday last
for few hours Colonel johnson
was a large property owner in our
parish at one time, and equipped a
regiment that did gallant service in
the late war.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

The Vicksburg Herald says that "a
large and handsome drawing of The
Bell OF the Bends, now building for
the Vicksburg and Greenville Packet
Company, at Towards sbipyard, is on
exhibition in the window of Clark &
Co., and is attracting much attention
by its graceful outlines and trim pro-
portions. 1t is understood the new
boat will be down the latter part of
this month when che will Immediately
enter the Greenville trade"
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

The new boat for the Vicksburg &
Greenyille Packet Company will soon
be flushed. 1t will be the finest aud
most complete steamer on the Missis-
sippi, and the fastest afioat. The "Bell
of the Bends" will RI: between Vicks-
burg and Arkansas City.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

Mr.. John Barbour, who has the
privilege of seining in the lake, caught
and killed eighty gar in one day last
week. They measured from 2 IL to
ii feet long. This was good day for
gar, and those who believe that the
gar fish is responsible for the destruc-
ton of the game fish in our lake will
be glad to learn that Mr.. Barbour
never lets one get back into the water
alive. These fish are given to the
hogs.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

There has been great deal of rail-
road talk this week, aud from the many
rumors, tho time cannot be far off
when work will commence on the
road. When it does, we believe there
will be boom in our town that will
surprise some of the old moss backs.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

On Saturday last the sad news was
received by wire that the father OF
Mrs. Max Levy and Mr.. Dave and Miss
Lille Minskey had died suddenly at
his home in Cleveland. Ohio. The
family here have the deepest sympa-
thy of our community in their sad be-
reavemeut.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

Tbings seemed TO be on q regular
rampage in town last week and there
were more fusses and fights than 10
long time. The exchequer Of the town
was the beneficiary by the fights.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

The firm of Reese & Mcintyre, do
ing business at the Glendale store in
Bend, has been dissolved.
The notice is published in another
,olumns.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

We are told that beef cattle are be.
coming very scarce IN our parish, and
that II will not be long before our
butchers will have trouble IN getting
sBy to kill.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

The popular Savannah had good
trip Of cotton passing our landing on
Sunday morning last. The officers of
this boat are bound to have part of the
trade.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

Miss Francis. McBarron left on the
steamer Ruth Monday night for Vicks-
burg. Miss Francis went down 10
take in The three days carnival and see
the other sights of the Hill City.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

Hon. Chas. r. Egelly, Supt. of pub
lie education, has been holding pub
lie examination this week for the bene-
fit Of colorcd applicant, who wish to
secure certificates as teachers.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

From the number of mules. plows
aud scrapers bought in the past few
weeks by the planters, II looks like
there will be an increase in the. acreage
of cotton in East Crrroll.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05
spriug and sulAner samples.

Mr.. Walter Goodwin wishes US to
say that be has just received his new
line Of Spring and Summer samples,
and invites his friends to call aud take
= look at them. On account of the
newtariff. clothes are much cheaper.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

We have the most complete stock
of Flows, Plow points, Handles,
Beams &c., in town. Prices on basis
of cent cotton.
Mcguire & Schneider.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05
Court Terms.

EAST CARROLL
The jury terms OF the It'll District Court
are fixed for the first Mondays in January
and June.
The civil terms are fixed for the second
Mondays in March and October.
MADISON
Jury terms to begin on 4th Mondays IN
January and June. Civil terms to begin on
LIST Mondays IN April anc November.
BY order OF his Honor. f. +. M0ntgom-
cry, Judge 9TH District Court
j. s. GUFNARD, Clerk.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

NAILS! NAILS! NAILS!
We have one hundred kegs bought
before the advance. Call and get
prices. We will save you money.
Mcguire & Schneider.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

Our enterprising merchants Mcssrs.
j. N. Hill & Bro, will iuauguraie .
special sales day. Every Tuesday
they viii make special sale of some
one article. Next Tuesday, fine EN-
broidcry will be GU exhibit and from
the glimpse we have had of their line,
we Know the ladies will be delighted.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

B@ Those high top giraffe shoes at
Hills are just what you want this
muddy weather.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

To cure cold in one day. take Lax
ative Bromo Quinine Tablets. All
Druggists refund the money If it fails
TO cure. 25c.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

We are no "dagoes' but handle
fruit at less price than ever offered
in town.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

Snowflake Crackers, one pound
packages at 10cts~ at the "Just
Grocery"
MaUnire e Schneider
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

Hay, Corn and Oats at Mcguire &
Schneider's. Cheap Cheap Cheap!
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

Elgin Creamery Butter, the best
on earth, 3octs per pound at Mcguire
& Schneider's.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

n4Dress goods closed al sacrificing
prices. Call at Levs's.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

BERMUDA HAY
Al 40cis per bale. Call on Mr.. Geo.
Aslbridge at w. r. Buruey's.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1898-03-05

vickshurg and GreenviIIe Packet Go.
Carrying U. S. Mail.
Steamers RUTH and ANNIE
LAURIE.
Schedule Taking Effect Monday,
Nov. 9th, 1897.
FOR GREENVILLE.
Str. Ruth. A. F. Nimtz, Master.
Leaves every Monday and Thursday
at p. m.
Str. Annie Laurie. T. v. De La Hunt,
Master.
Leaves every Wednesday and Satur-
day at p. m.
PURDY & SCHNEIDER,
Agents.
YANCEY BELL.
Agents.
P. S.-This schedule in effect until
further notice.