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St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03
New Peacemakels.

The Relchswehr of Vienna con-
talns the account of the invention
of a remarkably quick-fring rifle
that has recently been tested and
approved by the proper authorities
in the Austrian army. 1t is re-
ported that this weapon in the
hands of strained soldier" can
be made to discharge no fewer than
300 bullets an hour, or IS a
minute. Therefore, IN actual war
fare a soldier could use up the
whole Of his regulation 200 rounds
in about five minutes, while in an
engagement of few hours he could
shoot off q CARLOAD of ammunition.
LIE Journal Militaire says that it
has on the highest authority the
news that an officer of the British
army has invented q bullet which
far excels both the Dum-Dum and
the Lee Medford bullets, which did
such terrible execution among the
Dervishes in the recent Egyptian
campaign. This new bullet, besides
possessing superior carrying and
penetrating qualities, has the ''vir-
tue" Of placing the wounded man
hors de combat, as other
small calibre bullets have failed to
do. 1t is said that the core of the
bullet is made of a piece of steel
with teeth or notches in 1t, which
causes the bullet to spread on strik-
ing an object. Thus with further
carrying power, a worse wound is
inflicted than was given by the old
Martini Henry bullets.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03
WhuOpillg Couch.

1 had little boy who was nearly
dead from an attack OF xhoopin2
cough. Nv neighbors recommend
ed Chamberlain's Cough Remedy.
l did not think that any medicine
would help him, but after giving
him a few doses Of that remedy
noticed an improvement, and one
bottle cured him entirely. It il the
best cough medicine l ever had in
the house,. L. MOORE. South
Burgettstown, Pa.
For sale by v. H. Frederick,
Covington, and r. d. Paine,
Vaudeville.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03

Shrewd Fenale-ssHow much is
this meat?" Butcher-s'Eight cents
pound mum. Here's eight pounds.
mum. Eight Fights is eighty-eiges
Let you have it for eighty cents,
num-" Shrewd female goes away
happy in the belief that che has
struck bargain.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03
Christian Science.

"Speaking of Christian Science, -
said Canal street merchant, 81 am
reminded Of rather exciting cpl
sode in which one Of our travelling
men played star role. The Major,
- the boys all call him, is a tire.
mendously big, fat man, and, al.
though rather lrrascible, is really
a capital good fellow. About two
years ago he became a convert to
Christian Science, and / never saw
q man more deeply interested
in anything in my life. He
would argue on the subject tor
hours at q stretch, and was cs-
pecially aggressive in defending
the doctrine that sickness is purely
imaginary and can be dissipatsd by
the will. While he was at the
height of his enthusiasm an enor-
nous and circulating boil ap-
peared on his rigat shoulder blade.
According to his new faith it could
be exercised by fixing the gaze
upon 1t intensely and repeating
the formula: Il have no boil on
my right shoulder, but the trouble
was to get the plaguey thing in
range Of vision. Finally the Major
had a bright idea, and proceeded to
perch himself on a stool with his
back to his bureau mirror. By
then using hand mirror he got
the boil in sight and began opera
tlons. 1t was necessary to place
the stool on q box in order to
make 1t high enough, and, needless
TO say, the seat was somewhat
shaky for a gentleman weighing
2l0 stripped. Things went all
right during the first day: but next
morning, while the Major had his
eyes glued on the glass and was
onsllY repeating Il have no boil,
the stool slipped and he went over
backward, upsetlng the bureau as
he went down, he lit squarely on
his sore shoulder, and emitted a
shrek that was audible all through
the neighborhood. The family
found him half buried in the
debris. and, sOw! my boil!' was all
he could say sWhy, | thought
you had no boil, replied his wife,
thinking to soothe him. and, al
though he had been asserting that
very thing himself for nearly
twenty-four hours, it made him SO
mad he wouldn't speak to her for
a week. He sent for q doctor, and
when he got out it was unsafe to
Christian Science in his
vicinity. l have never heard HIM
refer to it since.-Times- Democrat.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03

In the Future: Prof. Wetthedust
e. few years hence)-'sGood morn
ing, Mr.. Filler. Anything in my
line to-day? I have brought my
balloons aud explosives along"
Mr.. Tiller (American farmer >
"Well, 1 dunno. What's the price
OF rain now ?''-New York Weekly.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03

A woman came into the postoffice
the other day and asked Postmaster
Kirkpatrick for q dimes worth of
stamps. ssWhat denomination 2"
asked the postmaster in his most
0bliglng manner. presbyterian"
said the woman -Nortonville. Kan. !,
News.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03

Last Sunday at Ctalmette the
graves Of Union veterans were
strewn with flowers from the
hands of the veterans Of the Gray.
A soldier Of the Confedracy acted
% orator of the day, and Col.
Frank L. Richardson delivered to
the assembled survivors of both
armies . speech of brotherhood
which went to the hearts OF all
with I lesson of purity and unset
fishuess. This il another evidence
Of The fact that the bitterness en-
eeudersd BY the var between the
states has about died ont.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03

Our correspondents have come for
ward again this week. These letters
are always welcome, and cannot fail 70
beneIt the localities they hail from
All communications, to insure prompt
insurtion, should reach US not later
than Tuesday night.
Our yerger letter arrived too late for
this week. It will appear next saturday.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03

I have been . sufferer from
chronic diarrhoea ever since the
war aud have used all kinds Of
medicines for it. At last I found
one remedy that has been . success
Is q cure, and that il Chamberlain
Collie. Cholera and Diarrhoea Rene.
dy-P- +. GRsHAx, Gaars Mills,
La.
For sale by v. 81. Frederick,
Covingt0n. and r. b. Paine,
Vaudeville.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03
The Jury Didn't Know.

Fred Walker, charged with At
tempting to crininally assault Mrs.
Marg aret Martin, was tried in the
Criminal Court before Judge Noise
of Section B.
The State was represented ty
Assistant District Attorney Gener.
ely, while Mr.. F. Marx defended
the prisoner.
The jury, after hearing the evil
dence and the judges charge, re-
tired to consider their verdict. Al
ter several hours deliberation they
came into court aud informed the
judge that they could not agree.
The court ordered q mlstrial, the
jury discharged and the prisoner
released on his bond to await
further proceedings.
AS tue jury was leaving the court
they were asked how they stood.
The repl, came ten for conviction
and two for acquittal. Under the
new Constitution it only took nine
of the twelve men to convict.
The jury was ignorant OF this
question of law, and when they
stood ten to two they did not know
that verdict had been reached.
Inasmuch as the court had or
dered mistrial, Walter could not
be held under tins state of affairs,
and will have to face another jury.
States.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03

A writer in the Edinburg Medical
Review declares that many fancied
disorders OF the stomach are really
the results Of metab0llc misdeeds
OF bacteria ia the intestines. Rest,
milk diet and cheese are among the
remedies suggested.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03

When you go to New Orleans,
stop at PENIS Hotel, corner of st.
Charles and Poydras streets. All
front rooms, newly furnished
throughout. Charges reasonable,
by the day or week
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03

Do you have people coming to your
house, either visiting or on business,
and have them stand there and yell At
the top Of their voice, and hammer
on the gate and fence, and attract the
attention Of oil the neighbors, when you
can get furnished and put up nice
Electric Bell from your gate to your
house for o very reasonable figure,
within reach of everybody, by
DARLINGTON BROS. & 60
Cnvinufnn La
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03

The GraYson. KY, Tribune says
man in Morgan county has built
up large business in tame quail.
which he claims are more easily
rsised than chickens and far more
profitable, selling alive at - per
dozer for meat aud when tame al
So per pair as pets. The eggs hatch
well under quail or chicken hens.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03
Turned Out for a Trifle.

Iwish to call the attention of the
public to the fact that l am turning
out a very high grade of carriage
painting at very reasonable prices
A large number of surveys and
buggies painted in my shop art
now on the street, and the work
speaks for itself.
Drop me a postal and l will call
and give estimate. Respectfully
yours Il. Whit.
Covington Carriage Shop.
All orders left with Roubion 4
Strobe will receive prompt atten'
ton.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03
HOMESTEAD APPLICATION.

In accordance with Act No. 81 Of the
legislature OF the State Of Louisiana OF
l6SS, I hereby give notice of my inten.
tion 70 homestead the following Snte
land. viz:
Southeast quarter of section IS, town.
ship 8, south range IA east, 0reensburg
District.
May 27-4t. MRS. D. J. DILLARD.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03

Peter Phelan, aged 40 years,
died in New York last week from
excessive tea drinking. He con-
tracted the tea habit when q child,
and finally drank 80 or 40 cups a
day.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03
Monday, June 5, 1899,

being the first Monday of said month,
with the view Of electing the above
named officers, said election to be con
Quoted, and the returns thereof made,
In the manner required by the laws Of
the state Of Louisiana.
In Testimony whereof, have here
unto signed my name and affixed the
seal Of said court thereto, at the town Of
CoviDgt0n. this 18th day Of May, 1899.
III. r. WARREN, Clerk.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03

All kinds of thoroughbred chick
ems and eggs for sale, at reasonable
prices. Two miles from Floren-
vile. Post Office address, Pearl
River FRED HINzE.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03
Batington Bros. l. Co. W.. Arthur
Hutchison.
Third ustice Court, in and for the
Parish of st. Tammany, State Of
Louisiana.

BY virtue Of writ Of Seizure and sale
from the above count in the above en-
titled suit, to me- directed, bearing date
May 4, 1875
l have seized, and will sell at + ublic auc-
ton, 10 tie Inquest and best Dllder ior
c.xn, ut the door OF the courthouse,
in the town Of Covington, arish 0. 81.
Tammany, La, Oh SATUnDAY, June
IL, :oss, between legal safe hours. the
foiow.ng described propert, in 81. Tan,-
niany karisLi, u wit:
Lot No. (6) Elk in square No. 260l and
improvements. Said lot forms corner VI
Jefferson street and Twenty Seventh
avenue, and has front ON jefferson o1
lao feet by depth and front ON Twenty
seventh avenue Of sixty feet between
parallel lines. In New COvington.
Also one red cow aud calf.
Seized In the above entitled suit.
Terms Of sale cash, with the benefit Of
appraisemenk
CHAS. HEINTZ, JR,
Constable, Third Ward.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03
FOR SALE.

Two lots Of ground and improve
ments In the town of MadIsonville,
forming the corner of st. Paul and
Pine streets, having front Of sixt, six
feet on Pine street by one hundred and
twenty feet deep. Will be sold for
cash. Apply to L. MILLER.
Covington, La.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03
Fitzsimmons aud Jeffries will

Fitzsimmons and Jeffries will
fight 1t Coney Island, next Friday,
June 8. A license was recently
granted the Coney Island Athletic
Club and the battle can be pulled
on there instead Of going away out
west. twill be q notable encounter
and is exciting q great deal Of in
terest among the sporting fraternity
throughout: the country.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03

The special report Of the U. 5
Department of Agriculture gives
the crop conditions in LOUISIANA as
follows, for the week ending last
Monday, May 80:
Few scattered showers, insult
cient to affect general crop condl-
lions; Oh account of drouth, cotton
and cane making slow growth and
much cotton not up; corn, in places.
Irish potatoes and garden vegeta-
bles suffering seriously; rice under
irrigation in fine condition, not
irrigated growing slowly: fields
generally clean.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03

For Rent.-A fine new residence
in New Covington. Apply to E.
Domergue, Sr.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03

Preparations are being made on
a grand scale to entertain the Con.
federate Veterans at Baton Rouge on
the third and fourth al July. This
will be the first State reunion ever
held in Louisiana. and al! the indi.
cations point to its being grand
affair. The citizens OF Baton
Rouge are famous for their hospi
tality, and every stranger who at
tends will be looked after and as
surcd . good time.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03
SIideIl.
May 81. 1899,

May 81, 1899.
Editor st. TammanY Farmer:
The proverbial chip is not more dry
than this part of country at the present
time. No rain has fallen since April
2lst, and garden truck has been In con-
sequence put to severe test. At fire.
quent intervals clouds appear, giving
promise of rain, but shortly vanish,
leaving no wished-for moisture to revive
the thirsty earth. The yield Of straw
berries and early vegetables was de-
creased one-half by the prevailing dry
weather. Aside from the lack Of rain.
May has vouchsafed some truly beautl-
full weather, cool breezy days and balmy
mornings and nights, that ill the senses
with enjoyment.
Provost Island, which Mr.. james
Provost is converting into stock and
fruit farm: under the management Of
Mr.. X. w. Little, of New Orleans, is
still being improved. A new fence has
been paced around the portion formerly
known as Weems', and contractors will
soon complete dwelling for employees,
and an srtesian well. The Island, With
its splendid live oak trees and expanse
Of prairie and marsh is naturally most
picturesque place. Mr.. Provost has
many cO-parish neighbOrs who wish him
success.
Among the persons who frequently
take a buggy trip to Salt Bayou to fish,
are Misses Olivia and Lena Provost Of
this ward. They are usually successful
and take back home string OF tempt
ing perch.
A family reunion In honor of the
birthday of Mrs. Rebecca Crawford
gathered together nearly so persons At
the home of Mr.. John Peterson last
Wednesday. The celebration was In
the nature of q surprise to Mrs. Craw-
ford as the plans had been carefully
kept secret until the day arrived. The
day was one of social enjoyment and
pleasure for the grown up children,
who had met together.
MISS Lily O0Il, TIC EOSIiuASsICsS Va
Slidell, who it is said will shortly retire
in favor Of new appointee, has many
friends In the Eighth Ward and else
where who have appreciated her polite
and efficient service in Office. They are
pleased that no personal reason caused
her retirement and wish her we'll.
The public road between Slidell and
Indian Village has become quite
thoroughfare for travel to Pennington,
Miss.
In spite Of Try weather one lady has
succeeded in having small but pretty
flower garden. Among the plants now
blooming are marigolds, yellow and
orange. dwarf sunflowers, verbenas In
variety and charming japanese morning
glories of lovely shades of color.
A new frame church, with belfry, has
been erected on the public road two
miles from the village, by the members
Of the colOred Methodist Church, under
pastorate of Rev. Crockett.
Arthur and Joe Provost cut "that bee
tree" down week before last, but there
was no honey there, only q yellow
jackets nest, SO Arthur says.
WILDWOOD.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03
FOR SALE.

A few pure bred Langshan COckerels,
81 90 each, and eggs for Matching, at
81 90 per setting. f. v. DEGRUY,
PENIS Mill Farm.
Leave orders at Roubion & Stroble's
stable.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03
ROOMS FOR RENT.-Fur-
nished. Four miles from Coving-
ton, on the Stafford road.

Bring your empty bran and oat
sacks to Z. J. Frederick, at Medals
old stand, and get cash or trade for
the same.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03
FOR SALE.

First Glass Confectionery and Gro
Gerry. Fine location. For reference,
apply at this office.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03
q, 8. Land Office, New Orleans. La.
ADril IL 1899.

q. 8. Land Office, New Orleans. La. [
April 81. 1899.
Notice 10 hereby given that tho fol-
lowine-named settler has filed notice OF
his intention 70 make final proof IN
support Of bis claim, and that said proof
will be :aade before Il. e. Warren. clerk
Of the Distric. court. At Covington, La,
on Saturday, June II, 1899. viz:
CHARLEY E. PROVOST,
Who made hom, stead entry Nc. IA. ia
for the northeast quarter Of section -.
township 5, south Of mango Is east. lSt.
Helena meridian.
lie names the follow ing Witnesses to
prove his continuous residence upon
and cultivation o. said land, We:
w. II. Kahll, S. r. Cowart, O. ID.
Crawford and John Slade, all OF Thorn
asville, La.
apz9-6s WALTER l.. COHEN, Register.
Babington Bros. 4 Co. vs.. Arthur
HutchiSOn.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03
FOR SALE OR RENT

A six room Cottage, furnished, hall,
front gallery and stable, ON half .
square Of ground. second house from
Claiborne Hotel. Apply to this Office.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03
Tchefuncta.

May ~, low.
Editor st. TammaDy FARMER:
viii You allow me space in your col
umns to thank "Green Leaves" and
"May Flowers" for their kind remem'
brancel of us in this neighborhood.
Though lonely 1t is charming, especially
slover's retreat.n
Frederick L Singletary's Distillery
is often visited by the fair sex on Sum
day afternoons. Mr.. Ellie s. Singletary,
who has the business in charge, is a
very enterprising young gentleman. He
has made many improvements, that add
to the beauty very much.
We are exceedingly sorry to say we are
to lose one Of our pretty girls In . few
days, which will cause one of our young
gentlemen b cart trouble, am afraid
Rev. w W Bradley preached two very
good sermons on Sunday lest. The
audience was very large, both morning
aud afternoon. We hope to have him
with 10 again soon.
Miss Crona Bennett, who 10 teaching
school in the neighborhood Of Nadi-
sonville, paid her parents . very pleas
ant visit Sunday. She 10 very charm
ing young lady.
Rain is very much needed up here
Everybody seems blue on account Of
the long drouth. JUDITH.
May 80, 1899.
Editor st. Tammany FARMER:
Rev. F. NJ. Williams will hold
service at the Welcome Church on
the 18th and 18th of June, 1899.
Mr.. Ind Mrs. M. Burns were pleasant
guests Of Mr.. VIM. B0ssier Sunday
evening.
Mr.. and Mrs Frank Brown were
blessed BY the arrival Of . little
daughter, on Thursday, May Is.
Mr.. James Rodgers and several others
attended meeting here Sunday.
Mr.. Earl 6ingletary Is visiting New
Orleaus this week.
There was IN enjoyable little dance
ct the residence OF Mr.. B. Smith last
night
Miss Viola Boseier will leave Satur-
day on visit to relatives at Auburn,
Miss.
Miss Anna Barnett was . pleasant
visitor ct Live Oak, Sunday.
Wishing many successful years TO
our Editor, NAY FLOWER.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03

0A4tSCubu vuOLCV1 O1SsbACS SV0AS- Va
Louisiana. in and for the Parish Of
st. TammaLy.
Whereas, Il is provided by IN Act Of
the General Assembly of the State OF
Louisiana, approved March l6, 1870,
that an election shall be held on the hrst
Monday In June Of each year, by
the qualified electors Of the town Of
Covin9ton, st. Tammany Parish, Ia,
for the purpose Of electing one Mayor
and six Aldermen Of said town at large
70 serve - such for the ensuing twelve
months thereafter, and It being the
duty Of the Clerk Of the Court Of eaid
parish to call said election
Now, therefore, I, H. r. Warren,
clerk Of the sixteenth judicial district
court for the parish Of st. Tammany,
La, In compliance with the third Sec
ton Of said act, do issue this notice,
notifying all persons concerned to hold
said election. ON
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03
FOR SALE.

A nrst-class family carriage and sad
die Horse, sixteen hands high, sound
and gentle. Apply at this office.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03
One Dollar a Year.

- Mr.. James Keyser is authorized
70 act as agent for the FARMER at
Slidell
~ Mr.. Roland Galatas is authorized
20 act as agent for the FARMER at
jacksonville.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03
Notice.

DR.. B. A. Pope wishes to state that
no one has yet bought his farm (the old
Louis Dirkson place. All statements
10 the contrary are false.
Address letters to No. le4 Baronne
St., New Orleans, L..
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03
Fine Farm For Sale.

Containing 100 acres: About GO acres
In cultivation. A good dwelling, barn,
and other necessary outhouses. Well
timbeHed land. Good water. Ten miles
north Of Covington, ON the Holmesyille
road. Apply at this Office, or address
3. +. ROGERS,
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03

It is assert ted that Paris is about
to replace 1000 ordinary cabs With
electric cabs. Chicago is also to
have between 100 aud 200 of the
latter within the next sixty DAYS.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03

BY virtue Of writ OF seizure and sale
from the h0nOra5ie the aforesaid cUGTl
and 70 E,e Oirectod, bearing dxts May
4, 1888.
I wlil proceed to sell ct public rustior
ut the Co lrthouse door, in she town Of
Covinslon, ST. Tammsny Parish, Ia,
On oAA UkDAY, june II. 1883, between
legal sale hours, tue f0,lowins uescribest
properly IN 81. Iamniany Parish, to
Wi:
Lot No. (6) six, in square No. 260l
and improvements. Said lot forms cor
ner Of Jefferson street and Twenty
seventh avenue, and has . front on
Jefferson street Of l40 feet by . depth
and front on twenty Seventh avenue 81
60 feet, between parallel lines, in New
COvington.
Also one rcd cow and calf.
Seized IN the Above entitled suit.
Terms Of sale cash, with the benefit Of
AppraisemeDk
CHAS. HEINTZ, JR.,
Constable, Third Ward.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1899-06-03
NOTICE.

U. 8. Land Once. New Orleans. La. !
Aiay 3, 1899
Notice il hereby given that the follow.
tnR-nansd settled Las fled notice OF her
intention to wake final proof in sup port
OF Ler clAin. and that seid proof will Be
made before u. Il Warren. Clerk Of the
District Court, at Covin.t ON. ! a, ON
Saturday. June -. 1899. viz:
LOUISE ROGERS,
(Aother and heir Of Louis Sharp, de-
ceased.)
Who m Ale Homestead entry No. Is, AIS
t1F the southeast quarter OF section 5,
township 9. south range II cat st. He
lena Meeiiian.
She Names tho folloa ing w;tnr. 5. 10
Prove Ler continuous residence upon
and cultivation Of said land viz:
George Schultz, II. Rogers, A..
Schultz and Miller, all Of st. Tam
many Parish, L..
nyl3-6t. HAL1xa L. CoHkx, Register.