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The Lafayette gazette. [volume] (Lafayette, La.) 1893-1921, 1899-02-18
The Cold Weather.

Mr.. J. J. Davidson, the repre-
sentative Of the weather service at
this PLACE, informed us that his
thermometer registered six degrees
above zero last Sunday night and
Monday morning. This is IL de-
grees colder than the coolest weather
during the snowfall Of 1895.
The damage caused is, from all
accounts, very considerable. The
crops will no doubt suffer very
much, There are conflicting oPi'-
| ions among our planters as to the
damage done to the cane plaLt. 1t
is generally conceded, however,
that the cane in mattresses and the
stubble have been injured to a
great extent. That which was prop
erly windrowed is believed to have
escaped with but small damage.
There seems to be no doubt as tc
the fate of the orange trees. They,
from all indications, were killec
outright. The other fruits, such
as pears, peaches and figs, were
affected only where the buds were
already out.
AS we had few or no vegetable
this season, owing to the incessan
, rains, the gardens were not mate
rally affected.
1t is feared that the next potato
crop will be greatly reduced.
Soma DAMAGE was done TO tn
waterworks plant as several pipe
were broken by the ice. At tn
refinery the damage is quite heavy
The machinery at the compress
sustained but inconsiderable dam
age.
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FOURNET-BAILEY.

The many friends of Miss Nellie
Bailey and Mr.. Husville Fournet
braved the elements last Monday |
evening to witness the ceremony In
St. Johns Catholic church when
and where these popular and estim-
able young persons were united
for life by the holy bonds of mar
rage Although the weather was
vey cold quite number of people
attested their friendship for, and
manifested their interest in the
future of, the young couple by
being present.
Al the appointed hour the bridal
party entered the church. The
ushers, Messrs. J. G. Nickerson and
Paul Bailey, preceded the maid of
honor. Miss Zerelda Bailey, after
whom came the bride, leaning on
the arm of Mr.. Alfred Mouton.
The party was joined by the groom
who entered from the sacristy attend
ed by his brother, Mr.. st. Martin
Fournet. Prior to the ceremony,
an appropriate song was we'll rem
dered by Mrs. Alfred Mouton. The
wedding march was executed by the
talented organist, Miss f. Mouton.
The brides dress was of hand
some navy blue drap d'etat, very
deliberately trimmed with white
satin, ribbon and cord, and never
did she look fairer than on the day
she plighted her troth- Not less
prettily attired was the maid OF
honor in costume strikingly
becoming to her brunette style.
At the conclusion of the cere-
mony the bridal party, joined by 8
few friends of the family, repaired
to the brides home where recep
ton was held. Many congratula
l. tory kilograms and numerous pres
ents testified to the popularity 0
the couple. The bride is tn
daughter of the late William B
Bailey, and is a young lady of
: most charming personality. The
A groom is a resident of ST. Martin
n willie and is member Of one of tn
n best and oldest families Of tina
! town.
r MIR. and Mrs. Fournet left Wed
e nesday for their home IN St. Nal
u tinville.
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500 REWARD |

An eminent physician once pres
cribed a remedy for patient, to be
taken according to the directions
given. The patient expecting TO
obtain better results by SO doing
took the remedy in larger doses
than had been ordered by the ply
sic1an This was followed by some
untoward effects that gave rise to
alarm. The physician was not to
be blamed for this act of the pa
tient, nor was the remedy itself to
be held responsible. Persons who
set aside the KIN owledge and advice
of the physician. in the use OF his
remedy and take it according to
their own notion must assume the
responsibility of their own act.
Creole Cough Cure is a scientific
com bination OF medical ingredients
that have the endorsement of the
brightest M edical authority. Creole
Cough Cure is a highly efhcacious
remedy for coughs and colds, and
is sold under an absolute guarantee
Creole Cough Cure is prepared in
the laboratory Of the Moss Phar-
macy and has been on the market
for upward of five years, during
which time several thousand bottles
have been sold and used in this
community.
A reward of 500 will be paid to
any person furnishing proof tina,
the use of Creole Cough Cure has
ever been followed by harmful
effects when taken according &c
printed directions.
FRANK E. DAVIS,
Manager of Moss Pharmacy,
Lafayette La, Feb. I6, 1900.
The Lafayette gazette. [volume] (Lafayette, La.) 1893-1921, 1899-02-18

The coolest inhabitant," with his
warns of bitter cold in days past, has
been completely knocked out six
degrees above zero was more than
he could stand. He has sufficiently
recovered his senses, however, to
tell us that it's the climate that has
changed. and that the winters are
getting colder and colder every year.
Said ne to The Gazette the other
day: s'When wine, vinegar ana
McIlhenny's tobasco freeze, it's no
use TO talk of how cold il used to
be-, and, he added with tinge OF
regret in his voice, 't'9o is record
breaker in more ways than one
Our statesmen are trying to make
us believe old Father Washington
was somewhat of a success at cut
ting cherry trees, but that when he
told ms to keep out of entanghng
alliances he was talking through his
hat and that Tom Jefferson wrote
a pretty good declaration of indie
pendence, but when he said govern
Iments derived their powers from
the governed, he didn't make any
allowances for steam and electricity
and Hanna and Mckinley and the
Philippines. Yes sir, 90 is record
breaker. Not only does it break
the record in craftsmanship, but the
weather too seems to have taken
cognizance of the new order o.
things. The ssSunny South" is {
thing of The past as well as the con
stitution which folks used to THINK
: was masterpiece. The news
: papers used to call this the land o
: perpetual summer, flowers ane
7 pretty women The pretty womet
2 are there yet even if they do rid
$ bicI Giles, but the perpetual summe
! has Turned into sleet, snow and &c
n and the flowers have faded an'
0 withered, Yes, you may write
: down tn the whole world seems t
d be on a protracted spree. Wit
d Arizona weather in Louisiana
o Grandma Hoar eulogizlng the John
It ME Rebs, Ben Mckinley wearing
d Confederate badge, Joe Wheeler
IS the Yankee army and Uncle Sa1
n and John Bull shaking hands &c
e humanity's sake, it's high time &c
'e an old States Rig..t Democrat Ink
y myself to crawl into his hole an
&c STAY there until Old Nick retire
from business and holiness become
triumphant throughout this wlcSe
world" The "Oldest lnh ahltan
ie then shook our hand and wende
De
his way homeward.
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Death of Mrs. Counes.

Mrs Noeline Coumes died thurs
day, at o:1o p. M, at her home IN
this town. Mrs Coumes was a ma
tive of France She leaves several
children and grandchildren by whom
her death is greatly felt. The
remains Of this eskimable lady were
buried in the Catholic cemetery
Yesterday evening,
The Lafayette gazette. [volume] (Lafayette, La.) 1893-1921, 1899-02-18
PIANO TALK.
tBy Bess Tonner.)

tSy Bess Tonner.l
How to make a piano ornamental as we'll
as useful article of furniture is serious
problem to the average housewife, for
piano is cumbersome piece of furniture,
and the rule is that bric-a-brac placed upon
it interferes seriously with its tone. How
ever, pianos necessary-absolutely nee
essary-so all that can be done is to make it
look as attractive possible OF course,
the square piano is very rarely seen-long
ago being traded off for the upright or
grand. The modern upright of the style
of the Mathushek and Chickering the
most used SO let us consider them
piece of furniture-us usually the most promi-
nent article in the whole room. Position is
everything which, of course, the size,
angles and openings in the room must gov
ern. But don't put the piano straight up
| against the wall and don't have the key
| board in the dark. For drapery use
brocades, tapestries, better still light silks
are Inexpensive. Pushes and velvets are too
| heavy and usually quite costly. A plant
small palm will look well on the piano and so
will photographs. A piano lamp smaller
artistic lamp will add greatly to the piano
| side of the room. By using a little care and
taste in the arrangement, piano can be
! made the most decorative article in the
house.
An average of nearly 1000 pianos year
| I'd, 900 Mathushek pianos sold in the South
is, And it is just because the Mathushei is
made especially for damp climate. That's
the whole secret, and one many will appre-
ciate. Possibly you have had experiences
with an instrument that has warped and
shrunk and swollen and cracked as the damp
and dry weather comes ard goes. Hardly
expect such an instrument to be in tune.
, But the Mathushek is guaranteed against
weather and climate and will keep its sweet
and perfect tones indefinitely
: |
Jones-Is your daughter. improving with
her piano playing9
, smith, don't know whether she is
improving or 1 am getting used to il, bur
find can stay in the house while She
: practices. 4sa
Think of buying piano by mail--just a.
e you would send to town for yard of silk o.
a sheet of mus!c-yet it is done very often
e OF course, you must know the standing and
n reputation of the firm you are dealing with
That goes without saying The music hots'
II of werlein in New Orleans have rathe
a novel offer. They will ship you piano o
trial. If you like it, you keep il not
:. return it, and they pay the freight I, vii
IT do no harm to write them about it.
as C,,AScril,e for tbe s<s4,,s-xzvf, q Nv
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acknowledgements.

The marriage of Mr. D: Y Gar
debled, the we'll known druggist,
and Miss Thelicia Broussard, was
celebrated last Tuesday evening al
the Catholic church by Rev. Father
Baulard. Miss Henriette Doucei
was maid of honor and Mr.. ED
ward Doucet served as groomsman
The Lafayette gazette. [volume] (Lafayette, La.) 1893-1921, 1899-02-18

E. P. Harper, King, Miss, writes:
Have used DR.. M. A. Simmo
Liver Medicine IA years for Dis
tressing Dyspepsia accompanying
Rheumatism and Bowel Troubles.
| find it milder and surer in action
than Zeilin's.
The Lafayette gazette. [volume] (Lafayette, La.) 1893-1921, 1899-02-18

Treasurer Martin has received
a check from Superintendent Cal
houn for S3752, as the States ap-
portionment for the quarter ending
Dec. 81, 1898. This amount will
| enable the payment to the teachers
| of two months salary.
The Lafayette gazette. [volume] (Lafayette, La.) 1893-1921, 1899-02-18

Our convivial friend, lsadore
Isaacs, left last week for his home
in Opelousas. Mr.. lsaacs Will De
with us again for the next cotton
crop.
The Lafayette gazette. [volume] (Lafayette, La.) 1893-1921, 1899-02-18

A gentleman living near town
measured some ice in a pond last
Monday and found it to be three
and half inches thick.
The Lafayette gazette. [volume] (Lafayette, La.) 1893-1921, 1899-02-18

Miss Amanda Guidry is the guest
of Mr. and Mrs. VIM. Lima.
The Lafayette gazette. [volume] (Lafayette, La.) 1893-1921, 1899-02-18

Mrs. Hanley and daugh ter are
guests of Mrs. F. E. Glrard.
The Lafayette gazette. [volume] (Lafayette, La.) 1893-1921, 1899-02-18

Miss Stella Berg, of Buffalo, N.
Y, and Miss Anna Tribble, OF
Junction City, Ky, are visiting the
families of DR.. Tolson and Mr.. +.
E. Darby.
The Lafayette gazette. [volume] (Lafayette, La.) 1893-1921, 1899-02-18

Miss Ada Richard visited New
Orleans during the Mardi Gras fes-
tiyitieS
The Lafayette gazette. [volume] (Lafayette, La.) 1893-1921, 1899-02-18

District Attorney M. L. Gordy
was the guest of the Rigues House
this week.
The Lafayette gazette. [volume] (Lafayette, La.) 1893-1921, 1899-02-18

One of the ante lenten social
events was an elegant dinner given
recently by the Misses Tor ian, at
the residence of their uncle, MIR.
w. S. Torian, ST., complimentary
to Misses Parr and McCampbell,
of Texas. From a table artistically
decorated, it's beauty further en-
HANGED by fine china, sparkling cut
glass and silver, was served a din
ner of six courses, twelve covers,
the menu Of which was perfect IN
every detail The whole was grace
fully presided over by Miss Matte
Torian, who was assisted in enter
tanning by her sister, Miss Jennie
both beautifully attired. The guests
all of whom were in full dress were
the Misses Parr, McCampbell anc
Hopkins; Messrs. E. Tolson, J
Pellerin, 0. B. Hopkins. T. Sim
mons, P. B. Torian and DR. A. R
Trahan.
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Subscribe for the semi-weeky-
Courier Journal, SO cents year
Joe +. Mouton, agent
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A HINT TO FARMERS.
.

We have made arrangements with the Moline - PoM
Planters ETC.. make you happy by selling any
of above goods at figures to meet the low prices
vour products We also in the swim in the Hard
ware line. Give us a chance to figure with you
L. LACOSTE.
The Lafayette gazette. [volume] (Lafayette, La.) 1893-1921, 1899-02-18

Miss Marie Fournet, of St. Mar
tinville, attended the Bailey Four
net nuptials, and was the guest OF
the Misses Bailey.
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Miss Lizzie Lee was the victim
Of a rather serious accident one
day this week The slippery con-
dition of the earth resulting from
the snow caused her to fall. She
sustained injuries of painful nature.
The Lafayette gazette. [volume] (Lafayette, La.) 1893-1921, 1899-02-18
Postmaster Labit Shoots a Negro

postmaster ENOSSA W
Crowley, Feb. I5.-Postmaster
Frank G. Labit shot a colored man
to- day by the name of John Moore.
The shooting took place on Second
street, near the Crowley State Bank.
Moore, on several occasions, abused
the postmas ter. The trouble first
started several days ago when the
negro called at the postofhce for
mail. On being told by the post
master that there was no mall tor
him, he began cursing, and said
that sswoman in there" meaning
the postmaster's wife, who is the
assistant, had been telling him fol
week there was no mall, wher
there was a letter advertised. Labit
told him the letter advertised wa:
for a white man of the same name
and to satisfy him showed him thu
letter. The negro snatched the let
ter and tore it open, threw it on thu
desk and went off. Today MOI
trouble occurred. This evenln:
the negro followed laoit to the ofhc
of w. w. Duson s. Brother, wher
: an alteration took place. TIL
negro got possession of an iro
g stove poker, and H. B. ihaye
Il came to the postmaster's aid with
$ chair and probably saved his lif'
Labit borrowed a pistol and sh'
Y the negro in the thigh. Moore hi
e lust sent word that he would ki
him the first chance he got,
The Lafayette gazette. [volume] (Lafayette, La.) 1893-1921, 1899-02-18

Among those from this town who
went to New Orleans for the carni-
val festivities are: Prof. and Mrs.
w. A. LeRosen, Judge and M rs.
o. c. M outon, Mrs. L. B. Hop
kins, Mrs. R T. Delaney, Misses
Eliza Hopkins, M. Bagnal, Nella
Alpha, Lizzie Mudd, L. Parr, E.
McCampbell, Jennie and Levinia
Torian, Marie Mouton, Marthe
Mouton, Mrs. Jno. O. Mouton,
Berthe Poupart, Heloise Mouton,
Mrs Alfred Chargois, Mr.. and
Mrs. Sam Plonsky, Prof. Simmons,
Judge Julian Mouton, Sheriff Brous-
sard, O. B. Hopkins, P. B. Torian
Ably Demanade, Louis Lacoste
Robert Richard, Edward Mouton
The Lafayette gazette. [volume] (Lafayette, La.) 1893-1921, 1899-02-18

M. W. Fleming was here In the
interest of the Cumberland tele-
phone. Mr.. Fleming's visit was for
the purpose of getting subscribers
for the establishment of an exchange
in this town. We understand that
the exchange will be in operation
some time in April.
Registrar Martin informs US that
as soon as he receives the necessary
books he will open the registration
office Everybody who wants to
vote must register. No exception is
to be made in the case Of those who
registered under section five. They
too must register.
The Lafayette gazette. [volume] (Lafayette, La.) 1893-1921, 1899-02-18

, WE DO ALL KINDS OF
JOB PRINTING. SEE OUR
!, SAMPLES AND GET OUR
PRICES.
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refinery the damage is quite heavy.
The machinery at the compress
sustained but inconsiderable dam
age.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1899-05-28
,LB4yY "MOTHERS" WILL ENTERTAIN.

Many representative women OF Albany have met
20 make arrangements TO entertain the members
~ the Mothers Assembly OF New-York State
which is expected TO meet in that city In October
THIS assembly is said TO be one OF the most pro-
rressive and nourishing auxiaries of the National
Congress of Mothers. 1t includes a large number
of Mothers clubs throughout the State, and Is
interesting all educators and teachers VINO are
waking n study OF child culture The assembly
is nonsectarian, including all creeds and nation
alities. . ,-o.. .u
parts OF the State Will discuss many important
phases OF child training - ,
opened by the Mayor. and the Albany women are
determined TO make their welcome as eordiai az
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1899-05-28
DAUGHTERS OF LAFAYETTE POST.

Genealogical Hall. at No 226 West Frfty-eighth-
st was a scene Of gayety yesterday afternoon, on
the occasion OF entertainment given by the
Daughters of Lafayette Post programme was
offered at 4 o'clock, and at o'clock reception
was held.
Miss Mabel Harrison Duncan. the president Of
the society introduced the performers Of the must
cal numbers and the speakers Of the day. Colonel
Bakewell who carried the American flags 10 all
the schoolhouses OF Porto Rico. and General Sickes
were attractions offered to the guests who were
hidden.
Samson Captain Taylor OF the Indiana and Mrs
Taylor Captain Sigsbee and Lieutenant Freeman.
THE hall was decorated In patriotic manner for
this closing event Of the posts season.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1899-05-28
STANFORD ID. 4. r. CONFERENCE.
MRS. MANNING. PREsIDENT-GENERAL WAS

MRS. MANNING. OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES. WAS
ONE OF THE GUEsTS-WHAT WAS DONE.
Mrs. Daniel Manning president general Of the or
ganization one of the guests at the sixth an
nual conference OF the Connecticut Daughters Of
the American Revolution held at Stamford on
Tuesday OF last week Other guests were Mrs.
George Driller vice-regent OF Massachusetts,: Mrs.
Edwards regent OF Michigan. and Mrs. Sara T.
Kinney, regent of Connecticut. Among those active
Ia arranging for the meeting were Mrs. Cuthbert
Slocomb and Mrs. De Van. OF Stamford. and Chap
ter Regents Mrs. Learned. OF Faith Trumbull;
Mrs L. d. Alexander, of Hannah Benedict Carter;
Mrs. S. r. Reed, of Norwalk; Mrs. ii. II. Adams,
Of Putnam Hill (GreenwicD; Mrs. w. b. Glover.
Of Eunice Dennis Burr Mrs. Mary H. Smith, of
Freelove Baldwin Stowe. and Mrs. John NJ Hol-
comb cf Ruth Wyllys. Three real daughters
were present, Mrs. Lucy Osborne, OF Mary Wooster
Chapter. Danbury; Mrs. Kate F. Coe, OF Susan
Darlington Clarke. and Mrs. Nancy Warren. OF
Stamford Chapter
Mrs. Osborne gave the invocation Mrs. ~ R;
Hart regent Of the Stamford Chapter delivered
the address of welcome. The Ladies' Double
read papers were Mrs Luzon B. Norris Of New
Haven; Miss Mary K Talcott, Of Hartford; Mrs.
William B. Cosgrove, of Bridgeport; Miss Grace b.
Salisbury Of New Haven, and Miss Mary b., Har-
wood OF Stamford. Luncheon was served In the
upper assembly room OF the Burlington Arcade.
and Everybody had chance to shake hands with
Mrs Manning.
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ruf1e. The blouse has a yoke OF cloth OF gold
tucked with a triple scalloped cape collar
the shoulders. Velvet trimming. like that on the
skirt is used on the collar and the front Of the
blouse. The sleeves are cut with seam, and
end below the shoulders with a row OF trimming
like the sleeves described at the beginning OF this
article.
The second gown is red silk crepe deliberately
trimmed with lace design of butterflies and
flowers. and combined with n red and white striped
silk The underskirt is OF silk, and the part of II
that is shown beneath the long tunic is pleated
ruffe trimmed with red crepe bands. The tunic
and bodice give princess effect for there is only
a fold Of the crepe for waistband The front Of
the bodice is Of silk fastened with tiny gold
buttons and bordered with lace figures. Down the
front of the tunic extends this same trimming,
without the buttons There is g fashionable triple
collar over the shoulders. while showing below is
a circular yoke of white panne. trimmed with rows
OF black velvet bands that bordered with gold
cord
much more elaborate affair is the third gown.
designed for the casino or summer races The
color is the dull lavender blue so fashionable now.
and the material is a nuns yelling lined with
silk crepe. 10 give 1t the proper tone ana ius're'
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1899-05-28
LUNCHING Al FRESCO.
FLORAL PARK LONG ISLAND wOMANS
CLUB ENTERTAINs CITY GUESTS.

FLORAL PARK 0ONG ISLAND WOMANS
CLUB ENTERTATNs CITY GUESTS.
An al fresco entertainment was enjoyed yester-
day by a number of prominent club women Of the
boroughs OF Manhattan ana Brooklyn and by some
visitors from a distance.
The Floral Park Q,ong Island Woman's Club
sent out invitations TO spend "a day IN the woods"
which was a pleasure day arranged in honor Of
Mrs. Charles II. Denson. the president of Sorosis.
Mrs. John Lewis Childs IS president OF the Floral
Park Woman's Club, and tn. guests assembled
at her home. starting from there by conveyances
provided TO take them TO the scene OF the picnic
luncheon at Lakevlle.
Under the towering apple trees the daintiest OF
meals served by the Entertainment Commit
tee. Music furnished by a male quartet from
New-York. and by the Floral Park mixed quintet.
There also Rotations and impromptu
speeches.
Among the guests who present Mrs.
William Tod Helmuth. Mrs. Mary E. Trautman,
Mrs Scrmgeour Mrs. Ada NJ. Brown Mrs. Julia
NJ Parsons, Mrs. Margaret WEIGH Mrs. Emily
Heard OF Georgia. and Miss Elizabeth Brenton OF
Jamaica.
Guests from Manhattan took the IL a. train
from Long Island City, and those from Brooklyn
took the l045 a. train from the Flatbush-ave.
ton. They met by carriages that took
them to Mrs Childs's home and brought them
back for the return train. The day spent In
the enjoyment OF the rural pleasures 10 be found
I'm the lovely spot where the company congregated.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1899-05-28
shall we forget the efforts of Mrs. Henry TO. tn.

snau we iorget the enortS or Mrs. Henry for the
poor.
I'm your departure you have our best wishes ior
your welfare. long life and happiness"
General Henry's response follows
This IL beautiful sight before me. These chn-
dren are the seeds OF the earth. and their proper
culture depends upon You people have to
change and adopt the American customs.
II do not think there any brighter children
in the world than the Porto Rican. In Ponce the
children asked what they wanted for Christ.
mas presents. You cannot say what they asked fort
They did ask for presents. they asked for
teachers. The little minds thirsting for knowl
edge
THE representative here. General Eaton. IS de-.
voted &c his work. He would rather die than give
up his work l the coward. and going
home. He will assist you in every way. All that
Is required of you is 10 obey your teachers and 10
respectful to your parents.
II thank you for your kindness and also for the
Kindness / have received In this island. God has
you in Hts / am sure successor Gen.
eral Davis, well take my place. He win DO
better than have done by you. l have tried to
do my best, however may have failed In It,
"Cc5dby and may God keep you"
The Generals response made In English. The
welcoming address to General Davis was In the
two languages. a pupil OF Mr.. Timothea having
given the drill for the English speeches and Mr.
Saavedra preparing the orators in the Spanish adj
dresses. The song Columbia" rendered by
the girls OF the Normal College. whose learning Of
the English words was no small feat for them.
The National anthem was also well sung In English
by all the pupils