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The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17
OH AGin Prospect Good.

The stock Of the Colfax oil mill 10
now open for subscriptions at the Of
fee Of Mr.. Joel L. Fletcher, notary
public. We read the typewriter
charter for the company on Thursday,
and everything is in good shape for
organization. Capt. T. N. Wells in
forms us that he has $40, 900 already
promised, and he hopes to have most
Of the persons make good their prom
Use in a faw days by formally subscrib-
ing their stock before the notary.
The company is to be organized with
$50, 900 capital-2OO shares at $25
each, and there is every prospect the
amount will be subscribed in short
time.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17
Auf &c. A.
Senate Bill No. S-By Mr.. Cage.

JOINT RESOLUTION.
Proposing an amendment to the consti
tuition OF tue Stale Of Louisiana rela-
tive to ratifying and carrying into ef-
feet special tax levied in the Cit, OF
New Orleans for certain public i'm
provemenls, and TO establish therein
public systems OF sewerage aud water.
The issuance Of bonds therefor and IT, .
providing ways and means pay the
principal and interest oil sail bonds.
Section /. be it resolved b, t..s. Gen
erai Assembly Of the State of Louisiana.
Two-thirds OF all the members elected to
each House coucurring: That the follow
Ing amendment to the constitution OF the
State be submitted to the electors of the
State at the next general election for
representatives in the legislature, to be
holden on the Tuesday next following
the third Monday IN April \. ID. 1900, to-
wit:
Article l. The special tax for public
improvements. voted by the property tax
payers Of the city OF New Orleans Oh
June 6, 1899, and levied BY the city conn.
Gil, by Ordinance No. 1889. approved
June -. 1899, il hereby ratified, and its
validity shall never DO questioned. The
special act adopted by the Legislature at
the Special Session held on August /.
1899, constituting the Sewerage aud Wa
ter Board OF the city Of New Orleans. au-
thorizing the city of New Orleans to issue
bonds, and providing the means to pa;
the principal and interest thereof, and
for other purposes cognate to the pur-
poses OF the special tax aforesaid, il here
by ratified and approved, specially in
GLIDING the therein reserved legislative
right to amend the same; and all proyis-
ions OF the present constitution in con-
Act with the provisions of said act, and
with this amendment, are to that extent
and for that purpose only repealed"
Section 2. Be it farther resolved, etc.
That on the official ballots, to be used
at said election, shall be placed the
words, .'For the city OF New Orleans Pub
lie Improvement Amendments" and the
words, against the city 1T New Orleans
Public Improvement Amendment and
each elector shall indicate, as provided
in the general election laws OF the State
which Of the proposition so" or against"
he votes for.
s. P. HENRY,
Speaker OF the House Of Representatives.
r. H. SNYDER.
Governor and President Of |
the Senate.
Approved August 18th. 1899.
MURPHY j. FOSTER,
Governor of the State of Louisiana.
A true copy:
JOHN L. MICHEL,
Secretary of State.
Feb. BLOW.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17
To Cotton, Ginners.

The past ginning season again demon.
strated the incompatible superiority OF
The American Cotton Company's Round.
lap bale. Not only we're farmers bone
lifted who had their cotton put mn in
Roundlap bales, but even the patrons Of
old style gins profted by tho presence Of
Roundlap competition.
Although last year The Auericsn Cot
ton Company largely increased the num-
Der OF its presses in the South installiu
oil that it was able to build-the de- NJ d
in New England was abroad sog .
naled BY this process greatly : d
the supply. The Company is preparing
this year to add largely to the number Of
it, preeses Tue Company's works are
running day and night building presses,
which will be leased to resp.nsldIe gin
ner.. Who own or ara prepared to build
modern gin houess in good cotton die
trfCoo. on rental which b ultimately re-
paid BY the cotton buyer in The premium
Tor cotton In Ro0Ddlsp bales.
Information concerning leases will be
supplied BY Mr.. ]. r. Dobbins, United
Cotton buildings. New Orlsaus, II.
fFr AxrRIcsv Co1Tow CO.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17

Mr.. ]. J. O'Quinn, the Democratic
nominee for clerk, is man OF individ.
nal worth and merit. He has never
asked for or held any Office, has not
been reared and maintained atpublic
expense, and does not depend upon
his extensive family connections for
recommendation. A stranger in a
strange land, be came in our midst
seven years ago, and by his intelli-
gence, industry and integrity has won
his way into the confidence and es-
TEEN Of all with whom be has been as
sociated.
He was born in the State of Texas,
and came to Louisiana while in the
employ Of the Iron Mountain Rail-
road Co.. which company placed great
reliance upon him. He served the
Big Greek Lumber Company for four
or five years in responsible and
trustworthy position, and afterward
the Sand Spur Company and other
firms. To his ability as a practical
book-keeper he adds the accomplish
ment Of expert accountant and stem
ographer, being much sought after
on account OF his proficiency in short
hand reporting. He also has consid-
cradle reputation in educational and
mercantile circles, as the inventor of
"O'Quinn's Combination System of
Bookkeeping, and "O'Quinn's Pay
Roll and Laborer's Ledger" copy
righted works Of simplicity combin-
ed with labor-saving principles.
Among his friends at Pollock, Siess
and other places, Mr.. O'Quinn is re-
garded as u phenomenon OF temper
ance, sobriety, industry and ability
for work, and altogether he lie the
one man in q thousand whom his fell
lows delight to honor, anc all feel
that he should be placed in positions
Of preferment. He Is married, has q
wife and two children.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17

J. H. McNeely. Colfax. and Bush 4
Randolph, OF Fsirmout, guarantee every
bottle OF Cham 6erlsiu's cough remedy,
and will refund the money to any one
who is not satisfied after using two-thirds
OF the contents.-This is the best rene.
dy in the world for la grippe. coughs
colds, Group and whooping cough. and is
pleasant to take. Il preuerts any ten
dency of cold to result in pneumonia.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17

" est persons to represent us 40 Managers in
this and close by counties. SALARY 500 I year
and cxpeuses. Straight. bona-ade. no more no
any hank in any town. II + mainly ofics Vol
conducted at hume. Reference Enclose self
addressed stamped envelope. THE DonNioN
COMPANY. Dept. 3. Chicago. 80
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17
Notice of Final Proof.

LAND OFFICE AT NEW ORLEANS, La,
February II, 1900.
Notice 10 hereby given that the follow
ing-pamed settler has fled notice of his
intention to make final proof in support
OF his claim, and that said proof will be
made before clerk Of court, at Collar.
La, on Tuesday, April 3. 1900. viz
ALDORA GREEN,
one OF the heirs, and for the heirs of ia.
cob G. Green, deceased. H. E. 1434O for
the sw or, sec. 81, tp7 n,r2w. He nam
the following witnesses to prove bis 90
tinuous residence upon and cultivate ,u
of said land, viz:
Tom Chandler, T. A. Grant, Clark
Brister. VIM. Sandifer, all Of Ada p. O.,
Grant parish. La.
WALTER L. COHEN, Register.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17

We were pleased to received call on
Thursday from Mr.. Edgar B. Mus
grove, the well-known cotton buyer
OF Natchitoches, who was prospecting
in this section for business. Hecame
into our Office with Capt. T. NJ. Wells,
and expressed great interest in the
proposed oil mill at Colfax, in which
it 10 probable he will take stock.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17
Term Of Court Postponed.
Winfield. La. Feb. IL 1900

Editor C0lkax Chronicle: Please
give notice that. owing to sickness OF
my wife and baby, Twill postpone the
March term of court until the 4th
Monday in March, and all those un-
der bond as well as witnesses in crimi-
nal cases and the grand and petit ju-
rors will be required to appear on the
4th Monday instead of the 1st Mon
day. The petit jurors summoned for
the second week will not be needed
and therefore need not appear.
NJ. F. MAcHEN,
Judge 4th District.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17

O eSSS eSs~Sss ~ OSASCe
Notice r. hereby given that for the
purpose Of making a new and CON-
plete repatriation for the ensuing cleo
ton to be held In April next, will
open registration At COlfax, La, on
January 2, 1900.
Lincecurn, Tuesday and Wednesday
Jan. S0th and 3lst.
Selma. Friday, Feb. I'd.
Christian Hope. Saturday. Feb. Cd.
Buckelew, Monday, Feb. 9Th.
Greed, Wednesday, Feb. 7th.
lott, Friday, Feb. 9th.
Montgomery, Monday and Tuesday
Feb. 18th and 18th.
Summerfield. Wednesday, Feb. 18th.
Back at COlfax, Saturday, Feb. 18th
and remain until March 10th, inclus-
I've of both dates.
All parties registered under section
8 OF the registration law are required
to come forward and be placed on
the books. 8. r. LEE,
Supervisor OF Registration.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17

The paraphsrnalis and apparatus
ior the CoIfax High School was re-
csivsd last Saturday, consisting Of
furniture. and globes, cones, and
cubes in sections; and also a hand
some globe Of the world, with all the
latest attachments. Our school il
up-to-date in all but q nice building,
and that is now the next thing on
docket.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17

have taken up Q stray pony mare,
that has been nsing about my place for
ID or % days She 10 dark bay, with
white spot between the eyes, white on
the cad III the nose. right hip Knocked
down. between 4 and 8 years old. appar-
emily nnbrvke. The owner can have same
BY calling for her and paying for this no.
tice, other wise she will be estruyed accord
ing to law. w. r. MADDOX,
Bagdad, La.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17

Mr.. C. d. Kempand Mr.. Blackburn
gave an exhibition Of their Wonderful
Living Pictures in the Catholic church
last Tuesday night, that was greatly
enjoyed by old and young alike.
They give startling productions Of
scenes from Life in which every living
movement y faithfully reproduced.
It = : royal entertainment, and well
worth seeing.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17

Mr.. Alfred Goodwin made q trip to
Stay, Nugent, Pollock, Siess, Lince-
cum and other points, thin week, try
ing to get in subscriptions over due,
but did not meet with great success.
Our friends will confer q great favor
Il they will make q little endeavor to
save us expense and trouble on this
score.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17
AN ORDINANCE.


Declaring the streets around blocl, 81 IN
the town Of Collar, open.
Whereas. the town council Of the town
II Colfax, La., has already passed an or
iinsncs, being ordinance No So, ordering
the opening OF all streets in the town Of
co!fax contiguous to lots that are inhab-
tied; and. whereas. the growth and lie.
velOpment OF the town of Colfax makes
it necessary, especially in view of the To-
cation OF the Shreveport and Red River
Valley Railway, which has been located
through the town OF Collar; and, where
40, Block No. "a Of the town Of Colfax is
now occupied by resident. aud whereas
the owner thereof, j. H. McNeely, has, in
view Of the facts herein recited, drawn in
his fence around said block, ON the three
sides not occupied BY the pnblic road.
and whereas all parties owning property
contiguous to the streets around said
block have had timely notice OF the
opening OF the streets sround ead Block
No. 81; therefore,
Be II ordained. That all the streets
around said Block 81. 40 laid Of by g. s.
Johnston, Surveyor. acccroine TO the
plat thereof NJ made by him, IRE hereby
declared open. OF which al persons viii
please take notice.
Be it further ordained. That t. Is ordi-
nance be published for u period Of thirty
days in the Collar Chronicle. aid shall
take effect and be in force .r.im y. after
the date Of ito passsge.
Adopted Jan. 2 1900.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17
Chronicle Bible Glass.
Synopsis OF Lesson 10.
The Book of Hosea.

SYNOPSIS Oh Lesson lOs
The Book of Hosea.
Prophets spake and wrote as they
were moved by the Holy Ghost, I'd
Peter 1:21; and it is very evident that
inspiration or the guidance of the
Spirit is essential to their proper I'M
derstanding, 1st Cor. ala, and John
14:26. 1t appears that the prophets
became students of their own writ
ings. see 1st Peter, lilo, IL. The
book OF Hosea covers about sixty
years, and it's contents were delivered
to backsliden Israel, during the reign
OF the Kings mentioned in the first
verse. The acts of those Kings and
the low moral status of the people
should be duly considered in connec-
ton with the prophecy of Hosea
The prophets family, their very
names lace margin) were a living, i'm
prcssive similitude of the deplorable
condition into which Israel had fall
en-, and also their relationship with
God, see LIST and I'd chapters. Every
act and every word of the prophet
seems to indicate that all of theology
and all of religion must he compress
ed into one word, "submit''-thy will
he done-a lesson for all. You wifi
notice that the prophet avoids fat
terry and uncertain sounds OF the
trumpet. Compare last clauses of /:
4, 6, with verse 10. Are not Chris
tian Gentiles Israel restored? 1.-THE
valley of Achor (trouble) for a door
Of hope" 2:15, is worth your serious
attention, for this people may then
call God "lshi," my husband, not
'Baali," my Lord, 2: Ii. Perhaps
this will not be fulfilled till "the mar
rage Of the Lamb is come, and His
wife has made herself ready" Rev. 10:
Z. Passing through the valley of
trouble brings one to humiliation
and submission, which il the only
1oor OF hope to all who would par
:icipate at this marriage feast. Jez-
eel signifies ''seed of God" and st. |
Paul says, "thy seed" signifies Christ;
With this hint can you not discern an |
spiritual lesson? 2::22, %,
with lilo. The map show
ng the kingdoms of judah and Is
ael, il we'll studied, will throw much
ight upon prophecy: but an inquir-
ne mind will probably ask, where is
Sphraim? for you have certainly no.
iced that this name occurs quite fire.
luently, not only in Hosea, but in va
iOus parts of the Bible. Ephrailn
'as Joseph's second son, Gen. 48:13.
tc., and by especial arrangement he
ecame head of a tribe, whose posses
ion was near the center of Palestine
-see map of the tribes. Sometimes,
videntlv. Ephraim signified the whole
{ the kingdom of Israel--especially
heir religious aspect, gee Isaiah 28:1,
/, like our word church, and Hosea 6:
Z, and rs, IL, and all through our
'sson. Hosea signifies salvation;
nd you will doubtless observe the
bsence of wailing and discourage
tent. His public ministry might be
nmmed up in the following sentence:
nbmit, be sure you are right, then
o the will Of God with all your might,
nat We may be wise and prudent un-
erstanding that the ways OF the
ord are right. See ch. 14:9. |,
Next Lesson Isaiah 1885. II
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17

For the convenience Of persons de-
string to take out license for the year
1900, Sheriff Swaford has made spe-
cial appointments to be at Montgom-
cry. Feb. 26th, and at Pollock, Feb.
18th. See his notice.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17

Mr.. H. Raphisl, tie contractor for
the Edenborn railroad, was an agree
Able caller at this Office ON Thursday.
He was here looking out for timber
lands along the route from Aontgom-
cry to the Nantachie, on which he de-
sirss tocutrailroad ties. Everything
SCENE to be in good shape that far,
but there appears to Be some hitch IN
building operations from that point
sOuthwsrd toward Collar.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17
Eye Specialist

DR.. Geo. L. Gibson, late of Raleigh,
N. c. Graduate OF Philadelphia OPP
teal College. Proper glasses furnish
ed and fitted to correct errors OF re-
fractions, and give comfort. Astig-
matte troubles speciality. Consultss-
tion free-at John ]. Ferguson's, jew
eler, Alexandria, La.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17

Il think would go crazy with pain
we're it not for Chamberlain Pain Balm, ("
writes Mr.. w. b. Stapleton, Hermiuie,
Pa Il have been afflicted with rheuma-
tism for several years and have tried
remedies without number. but Pain
Balm 10 the best medicine l have got
hold Of" One application relieves the
pain For sals by J. n. McNeely, Colfax;
Bush 4 Randolph, Paramount.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17
State Institute Notice.

The next Institute for the parish of
Grant will commence March 26. 1900,
and continue one week with j. B. As
well, State Institute Conductor, In
charge. The place for holding the In
stitute has not yet been determined.
This VIII be announced later.
j. A. WILLIAMS,
Feb. 3, 1900. Superintendent.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17

The editor Of the Chronicle has had
Q severe tusssl with toothache this
week. and II the paper appears at all
crusty or out Of joint, our readers
viii understand it only reflects the
grumpy feelings Of We editor.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17

Rev. W. P. Kline gave exhibitions
81 Edison's Cinsograph pictures ON
Wednesday and Thursday night, in
the courthouse, and had . packed
house each night. Everybody was
well pleased with the exhibition.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17
Notice.

CoIfax, La. Feb II, 1000.
For the convenience of persons wishing
to take out state and parish license, /
will be in Montgomery at the post-office.
on Feb. 26. and at Pollock on FEB. %, at
Demands office prepared to Issue license
to 81! persons required to take out license
for the year 1900.
M. E. SwAFFORD. TIC
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17

Mr.. E. L. Stuckey, of Pollock, made
q three days business trip to ward
seven this week, returning home on
Tuesday.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17

II you need Office stationery, better
ses our work and get prices. You'll
ind it worth your while. Bill hsads,
letter heads, note heads. statements
and envelopes, In all styles.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17

DR.. Geo. L. Gibson, late Of Raleigh,
n c., graduate Of the Philadelphia
Optical College, IL now located with
Mr.. J. ]. Ferguson, isweler Of Alexan-
dria. See his notice elsewhere.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17

Messrs. VIII Lacroix, J. C. Killings
worth and John Folden, havea all been
on the sick list this week.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17

Mr.. Jas. A. Harvey, clerk Of the
registration, IL now in Colfax for the
purpose Of giving voters q chance to
Segister, and win remain until March
10Th.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17

! wonld call the attention Of all per.
sons interested 10 the Improvement OF
Horses in this country to my fine Black
Percheron Stallion, BRANDON" import.
I'd registered stock from France, bought
by me for One Thousand Dollars.
he will be found in charge of compe-
'ent attendant at my livery stable in
Colfax. La. III. McNEELY.
Feb. %. 1896.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17

Mr.. j. B. Lyman, Of Villas, was in
Colfax ON Saturday, and informs us
that he win assist in making the as
sessmcnt thje year.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17

Spot cotton 10 quoted in New Or
leans at * cents for middling.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17
Court postponed-ses notice.

Quarterly meeting Saturday, Feb
ruary oath.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1900-02-17
Notice.

am applying Tor pardon of the o.
Tense OF larceny. of which was convict
cd at the September. 1899, term of court.
Feb. IA. 1900. DEN DUNN.
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1900-10-23
ADJUSTMENTS.

The strong revival OF Macbeth" by
Modjcska and her managers, Messrs.
Wasenhals and Kemper, which Will be-
given ut the Opern House. next Friday
evening, brings to mind the infrequency
with which the play has been presented
In recent years and also recalls the
striking qualities In the tragedy that
arc calculated TO engage and hold pub
lie attention. The infreQuency of pre-
'sentatlon Is easily accounted for. There
are still fewer actresses who are COM
petent to handle the character OF Indy
Macbeth and give 1t the combined mas
culine and womanly nature that are cs-
scntlal to 1t; and which serve to reveal
the full Significance OF the story. Bit
for that matter the great Lady Mac
,Deths hayc been few and far between
In MI stage history. Mrs. Sddons was
sreat, Charlotte Cushman was great,
and ModJeska Is great. Tho production
Is entirely adequate In all directions.
There Is special scenery. new costumes,
complete properties and the traditional
music OF the play. The revival Is the
most notable given this tragedy In
many years. The role OF Macbeth Will
be played by the famous actor, Mr.. II.
ID. Mnclean. who. with Miss Odettc
Tyler, heads the supporting company,
which is said to be the most brilliant
the great artist has had since her as.
ISOLATION with Mr.. Booth.
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1900-10-23

f.
James NJ. Wheat, OF the Eighth ward.
secretary OF the Richie Rough Riders
and leader OF the drum corps attached
to that company, was highly indignant
yesterday when 1t came to his ears that
story was In general circulation In
South Wheeling to the effect that he
was working for VIII Irwin, the. Demo-
cratic candidate for sheriff. When seen
last night. Mr.. Wheat said:
"Thete Is not word Of truth In the
story. 1t is n base lie from beginning
to end. I am n Republican from start
to finish. and intend to do rs I always
have done-suppor: the Republican
ticket from top to bottom think the
story was started to injure my candi-
dacy for the second branch OF council,in
the Eighth ward. l want my friends to
understand that the story is without the
least foundation. The Wheats have
never been known to vote the Demo,
cratic ticket and don't intend to start
the family that way"