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The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1900-09-22

menace to the health of the town; pris-
oners escape whenever they choose
1t is an unfit place for confinement Of
any human being and it's tolerance
connot be supported by any. plea.
Rather than have such an institution
as that to disgrace our community, it
would be better to have no Jail. We
trust that it is in the power of the
Court and its officers to remedy this
matter, and urge upon them the
Immediate necessity of so doing.
The courteous attention of the
Sheriff and Clerk, and their efficient
services deserve great thanks.
We have been greatly assisted by
our young and energetic District
Attorney who has remained constant
ly with US, and by the fairness Of his
conduct between the accused and the
State, and the fullness OF his efforts
to ascertain the truth, has freed our
finding Of all doubt in our own
minds. /
We therefore leave our unfinished
work in the hands of your Honor for
completion, resting assured that
under bis guidance, the supremacy
of the law which he has so well
learned to maintain as prosecuting
attorney, will be upheld with dignity,
inspiring confidence and good will.
(Signed. HOWARD HoFFPAUIR, Fore
man. Filed September 14th, 1900.
(slgned. )EDw. THoRP, Deputy Clerk.
A true copy-
Attest: EDw. THoRP, Deputy Clerk.
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1900-09-22
Grand Jury Report.

Your Grand Jurors, having COM
pleted their labors for the present
session, beg leave to submit the fol-
lowing report.
We happy to Eote that the recent
vigorous prosecution of cattle thieves
in this parish has had the desired
effect of stamping Gu. that species
of crime, and we cannot forbear con-
graduating the good people of Ver-
million parish on the success achieved
in this matter by our ex-Judge and
ex-District Attorney. The offences
committed in the parish since the
sitting of the last Grand Jury are
mostly misdemeanors, which show
that fear of and respect for the law
follows punishment.
Believing that the punishment of
misdemeanors prevents the commits
sion of graver crimes, we have
thoroughly investigated all minor
offences, and returna number of bills.
If the citszen is prevented from
carrying concealed weapons about.
his person there is little doubt that
little alterations will end in
words or slight blows and no great
injury will be sustainded. Gamb-
ling is frequently the source of
crime and we have endeavored to put
an end of it in our midst.
The public roads, although in bad
condition some time since, have
been greatly improved by the work
recently put upon them and bid fair
to be, in good condition for fall and
winter service.
We have examined the books of
both the Clerks and the Sheriff's
offices and find them well kept by
the officers in charge. The improve
ments suggested blythe Clerk, in the
way Of ventilation, and the opening
and occupying of tie North room as
the Recorders office, we approve.
The business of the parish, we think,
requires the use of both rooms. The
Court House needs some repairs
which have already been recommended
by the previous Grand Jurors.
Having made an exhaustive ex-
aminntion of the Treasurer's books,
we find them kept il thorough and
up to date manner, rendering the
inspection of all accounts an easy
matter.
In reference to a:matter given US
specially in charges concerning an
alleged violation Of the law against
threatening and driving a person or
persons, away from any parish, town
or municipality, we submit that while
we are of the opinion that there was
an intention on the part Of the par
ties charged, to violate the above
| Statute, the evidence is not sufficient
at this time to warrant a final report
upon the case. Considering there
fore, that the PARTIES charged are
under bond to keep the peace of the
State. for period of six months,
we have concluded to hold the mat
ter in abeyance. We desire to say
however, that as regards the action
of the Judge and District Attorney
in their effort to enforce the above
law, the Grand Jury assures them Of
unqualified support and approval.
Our public schools are in good
condition, owing the efficiency Of oul
able school board and our pushing
Superintendent. We cannot say as
much for our parish Jail however, a:
of our other institutions. That pes
hole should be wired out Of existence
not only is it an unsafe place for th'
keening Of prisoners, but it Is ,
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1900-09-22

Barney Baldwin, Of Birmingham,
Ala, the only man living who has
survived broken neck, is in the
city. Mr.. Baldwin was terribly iniA
jured in railroad acc cident some
years ago and came out of the mix
up with his spinal column hopelessly
fractured. His head is kept erect
be means of a framework, and when
the latter is removed falls down upon
his breast. He has suit for
damages pending and in meantime
supports himself by giving exhibit
tions. Charles American.
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1900-09-22
The HARLEQUIN
THE SOUTH'S :,
High Glass Feature Paper
Published Every Saturday,
in NEW ORLEANS, LA.
A paper of bold and vigorous opinion:
The most pronounced journalistic success
of the South in years,

Of it the Chicago Times-Herald say
editorally: "Harlequin's style is characr
terized by breezy piquancy that light
of it's convictions. The paper has found
prosperit yearly in its career and is rapid
" becoming the best quoted journal of its
kind in All the South.
Harlequin smaks of the Gulf South as the
Argonaut does of the Pacific Coast and
as the Criterion does of artistic New
York.
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1900-09-22

The Federal government has taken
hold of the water lily question, and
is pushing it directly into effect.
A boom has been constructed at the
mouth of the bayou to keep out the
pestiferous plant. ALI the steam
boatmen have been notified that each
would be subject to fine Of five
hundred dollars if they brought any
of these things into the Teche. Ow-
ners of tow boats now clean the tins
Der and also the barges of these
things when they bring them this
way. 1t is good thing and is about
the only method by which ting
things can be gotten rid of.--Frd
lin Watchman. I
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1900-09-22

WANTED-Active man of good charac1
ter to deliver and collect in Louisiana
for old establi shment manufacturing
wholesale house, 5000 year, sure pay.
0nr reference. any bank in the city. Ena
close self-addressed stamped envelope.
Manufacturers, Third Floor, 534 Dearborn
ST., Chicago
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05
O'DWYER & AHERN1
MEMS SPRING CLOTHING.

Quite a change from the dull,
dark colorings of the winter months
Our new clothing for spring wear is
brimful of new ideas and attrac-
tionS. The patterns are natty and
decidedly up to date AS to fit and
finish, leave that to us. We anriei-
pated your wants long ago. Come
in and inspect these new arrivals.
They're sure to please both the eye
and purse.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05
a Good Day.

Yesterday the services at State
Line church we're interesting at
each hour. Large congregations
attended both morning and even.
ing Rev. D. T. G. Timmons
preached in the morning, and DR.
John Adams preached at night
The doctor was at his best. 1t is
his first visit here as Presiding
Elder. He captured our people
and he will always find warm wei
come in our city. The singing al
the morning service was very
beautiful, Four new members joined
the church. This evening at 7:3C
the business session of the Quar-
terly Conference will be attended
to.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05
MEMS NEGLTGEE SHIRTS.

If they don't fit they're not COM
Portable. Then you lose your tenn
per. Too many shirts these days
are made to sell only. Hard mat
ter to get one that exactly suits.
Ours are made to fit and for service,
The brand, MONARCH, is a guaran-
tee. New Spring eoloringS now in.
$500, $L25, $3.50, $1.75. Cheap
er ones so and rs cents.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05
MEMS NECKWEAR.

This week we'll show our entire
line of Spring Neckwear, compriS-
ing all that's been granted permiS-
sion to be fashionable. There's a
popularity about the kind of Neck
wear we sell, and a pleasing one,
too. If you are not a patron of ours
at this counter, let us suggest a
visit, you're sure to be then.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Here is what we are going to do
to Porto Rico. We are going to
tax them without giving them rep
resentation-the same little game
England tried on this country once
upon time, but George Washing
ton raised a few minute men and
knocked the fat in the fire, and the
Republican party is digging grave
to place their King Mckinley, in
by doing what England did at that
time. If anything can beat the
Republican party, it is the advocacy
of this policy toward the island Of
Porto Rico.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05
Ian Maclaren,

The famous English author, writing
IN the North American Review on
"The Energy OF the American peo-
ple," says:
"No man writes with his own hand, II
he can dictate to stenograpber, no
man dictates II he can telegraph no
man telegraphs, II he can telephone"
lfyou are a typical, energetic, up-to
date American, you already use the
Long Distance Telephone. II not, n
word to the wise Is sufficient.
Southwestern Telegraph 4 TelephoneCo.
A. p. BROWN. Local Mgr.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05
NEW BLACKS.

In the celebrated H.u
Hat. in Derby and FedaSwe dawes I
New Spring shades. NVLa NJ Shl
pay $500 for a hat Who NO ned
these are to be had at tDss 50 81 sud
East Eastern brothers considsSS dsS'So, ~.
best, why not you ? SsnsII 'r Inen
same styles, same trims.!9O is qua
many others up at the Ss Siiii1IA 0o IAgl g
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05
Come.

The B. Y, P, U. of the First Bap-
tist Church will give an entertain.
ment at the residence of Mrs. e. F.
Friedell, Tuesday, March 6. All in
vited, Free will offering will be
taken, 3-5-2t
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

"Of a Good Beginning cometh a
good end" When you take Hoods
Sarsaparilla to purify your blood
you are making a good beginning,
and the good end will be health and
happiness. 1t never disappoints.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

"He who knows most, grieves
most for wasted time" Are you
trying to use spectacles bought at
hap-haza I'd style, if so you are
wasting time and your eyes, Con-
suit DR.. j. Harraes, Office 2l2! W.
Broad street. Eyes examined free.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Go to Brown & Tyler for
high grade and staple eof-
fees, such leading brands
as Chase and Sanborn'S,
Seal Brand, Cubano, White
House and White Star, at
bottom prices, 2-11
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Justice Henry's shop was closed
today, the Justice going to the
capital of the county TO be at the
opening of the District Court.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

What we need here is more facto
ries. We should all take stock in a
cotton factory.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

We sell everything from a hy-
dralic jack, down to corkscrew.
Call on us. HARDIN Bros
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05
For Rent to Gentlemen,

A nicely furnished south room,
End story, hot and cold baths, 617
cor. Wood and 7th ST., Texas. 2-4.3t
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Mrs. f. L. Wisdom went to Dallas
this morning over the Cotton Belt
to hear the famous PedereWski.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

S, M. Ragland, on the corner is
now the recognized of handler OF
leading brands of leading cigars.
You can buy them from one dollar
box on up. II 18 If
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

have cash purchasers for desir.
able city property, W. r, Kelley,
State Line Ave, over Water Cos.
Office. 1929
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Director General w. A, Mozart
uey of the street fair, is getting
out some of his printed matter.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Prof. Dunlop has gone to Mena TO
deliver a lecture and organize a
camp of Maccabees.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Col. Zeb Ward, of Little Rock, is
here today. He had in a bid on
street work.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

To allay pains, subdue inAamma-
tion, heal foul sores and ulcers, the
most satisfactory results are OBJ.
tanned by using Balards Snow Lin
iment, Price 25c, and SOC. Sold by
Smith Drug Co.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Mr.. Joe Winter, of Nashville,
Arkansas, is here today. We are
glad to see him looking well
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Light Brama eggs for sale, at 81
per IA. Call at 1900 maple street.
WOOTTEN.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05
We insure houses for 8 yrs
for 2 yrs pay. Turner &
Sewer. 2-E7

The contractors that are here to
bid, on street work, brought their
glue pots along with them and used
it on their mouths, They won't talk
a little bit about grayeling the
streets.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Our new spring lines of shoes are
fast coming in. We have used .ev-
erg care and caution to select the
choicest goods of the best makes,
and the price which we give will be
like solid shot" at competition.
The Foreman Shoe Co. 80
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

WANTED. One or tive log haulers.
Immediately. Apply to B. c. Woot-
ten. 3-43t
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

The Foreman Shoe Co., buy and
sell more shoes than any house in
Texarkana. You should see them
on all lines of foot wear. 3.2
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

The results of an over-iudulgence
in food or drink are promptly recti-
fed, without pain or discomfort, by
taking a few doses of Herbine.
Price 30 cents. Sold by Smith Drug
Company.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

See the window of Chas. S. Erber
for special sale of diamond pen
dants and solid gold breaches. %
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

The Lambeth Grocer Company
keeps everything good to eat-alsc
feed for stock,
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Born to Mr.. and Mrs. Walter
Massenberg, a son. Congratula-
tions to both.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

If you are looking for a place to
buy groceries cheap call on Morgan
e. Mcclure. 2-7-1m
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

NJ. b. Smith, Butternut, Mich, says,
"DeWitt's Little Early Risers are the
very best pills ever used for costiyenesS,
liver and bowel troubles" Embry Drug
Company.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

The trolley cars has not put in an
appearance yet. What can be the
matter with the enterprise?
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

You may read about the many
good things we have in footwear,
but you'll never know how true it is
until you see for yourself. You are
invited to call. The Foreman Shoe
Co. 20
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Mr.. and Mrs. G. W. Burton, of
Florida, are here prospecting for
the purpose of opening a hotel. We
learn they are hotel people of much
experience.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Governor Tanner is said to be a
very sick man both physically and
politically
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05
LOCAL AND PERSONAL.

Morgan & Mcclure is in the front
on cheap groceries and feed, 1-7-1m
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

If you are looking for a good
place to trade, why not interview
the Lambeth Grocer Company? Il
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

We can get you what you want
if we have not got it in stock.
HARDIN Bros.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Sam Ragland is headquarters for
tobacco and cigars. You can al
ways get the best at his place of
business. B
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

If you have anything of value
you want to sell call on
HARDIN Bros.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Sick headache is cured by Hoods
Pills, 25c. /
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Don't fail to see Lashley for pi-
aros, organs and sewing machines.
Prices and terms right. Sd
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

THERE'S nothing too good for our
customers, and we now have many
good things for them in pianos, or
gans and sewing machines. Will
you come in and see them? ]. W.
LashleY, Music Store, 22O Vine
street. 3.4
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Mr.. 0. ]. Jones, agent for the
Thurber Hard Brick Company is
here.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

The Gate City Novelty Works is
turning out some counters and
scroll work for shipment. The
Novelty Works are doing some good
work in house banjo work.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

If you are looking for a place to
buy stoves both heating and cook
ing, call on Hardin Bros.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Why not resolve to trade with the
Lambeth Grocery Company fol
1860. This company will treat you
right. If
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Hardin Brothers are headquar.
ters for both the buyer and seller.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05
PERCALES.

Another new shipment just in. A
look will convince you that we carry the
finest stock in the city. Think Of the
elegant quality which sells for 20 cents
a yard, 80 in. wide, this week II &c
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Ten pieces of sheet music for only
80 cents at Lashley's. 3,4
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

If you consult your own interest
in the purchase OF foot wear you
will surely see The Foreman Shoe
Co. Having bought in large guam
titles and for spot cash, they are
enabled to make very close prices
on all lines of goods. 80
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Candesl Candiesll Candiesll al
S. M, Ragland's.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Speakingl speaking!l speaking!!l
Tomorrow March 9th, the candi
dates for Governor of the State of
Arkansas, will speak at the Miller
county court house commencing at
pm. Go out and hear them.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

DR., Adams, Presiding Elder, of
this Conference District, was up
to see us today. The Doctor is one
Of ye old style Methodist and talks
religion just as he learned it a half
century ago. We like to meet these
good old time brothers.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Talbot Brothers os Shreveport we
learn, has in bid for street work,
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Now is the time to load your in
cubators and get a good spring
hatch.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

We are all getting ready to go to
Kansas City on July 4th,
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

District court at Boston, Texas,
opened today. Many of our legaI
lights went up, as well as litigants
and iurymeu. The term will last
five weeks.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Jewelry of every description a
Schuster'S, the old reliable. l.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

What has been done in the way of
entertaining the Gubernatorial can
didates tomorrow We should see
that they have a good crowd out
and place to speak at.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

For good white light, get the
Eupion.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Smokers and chewers OF tobacco
need GO no further than Sam M
Ragland for the pure quality of the
weed 121s
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

One hundred trunks at Hardin
Bros. 81 per week. 10 %
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

You can find what you want il
music at Lashley's music store, 81
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Unredeemed bargains in Dia-
monds, Watches, Typewriters, BIZ
cycles, Guitars and Mandolins at
Chas. S. Erber's, 2-2
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05
THE TEXARKANIAN
F. G. wOOTTEN, City Editor.
MONDAY, MARCH, 5, 1900.
WEATHER FORECAST.

IlAeNk WEATHER BUREAU.
~ - Texarkana, Ark, March 5. !
~ For Arkansas:-Rain to
night with colder in west
and central portion, Tues.
day fair except rain and
colder in extreme east.
f. f. MATHEWS, Clerk.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Lewis Alderman, Goshen, Ind, saws:
'DeWitt's Little Early Rlsers always
brings certain relief, cure my headache
and never grippe" They gently cleanse
and invigorate the bowels ana liver, EN-
bry Drug Co.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Eupion oil is the best on the
market.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Don't have any oil in your lamps
but Eupion.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Mr.. Heidberg a contractor is here
today.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05
OXFORD'S.

Not by mere chance that this
goodly assortment Of 0Xfords
reached our counters but the result
of forethought. Our able buyers
searched high and low for the best
and this splendid showing is the re-
suits. Pleased with them did you
ask? Yes indeed. More than that
proud of them. You'll be too when
you see them. Monday they'll be on
exhibition. All styles that are
fashionable.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Wanted, ten gooo second hand
pianos. Win pay cash or take them
on new instruments. Call at Lash
ley's music store. 3-4
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05
New MerCerized PettiCOats.

The first new shipment just in, and
consist Of handsome line Of the new
shades. You will find them in Corded,
Ruffled and Accordian Pladed Goods,
styles, quality and prices are bound to
suit you. Come and look,
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

MEN Monday morning you step into rousing big bc,
ALlN! We've altogether 50 pairs Mems Shoes rangn
$3.50 So that will offer at the modest price per pair S
rs pair Calf English back stay regular price, $685. this s
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05
Ribbon Cloth PetticOatS.

This is new idea and you should not
miss the chance to get this new fabric
in skirts.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Silverware and novelties at Schus-
ter's. IL
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05
Women wonder Whg

They are doomed to so much suffering.
But are they doomedl Is not the suf-
fering the result of conditions which un-
der skillful treatment might be entirely
cured3 Thousands of women who had
been great sufferers, have learned that
suffering was unnecessary after using
DIR. Pierce's Favorite Prescription. 1t
heals diseases of the delicate womanly
organs and banishes the headache, back
ache and other aches which are the con
sequence of these diseases.
dFavorite Prescription is absolutely q
temperance medicine in the strictest
meaning of the term. 1t contains no
alcohol and is free from opium, cocaine
and all other narcotics.
~ mot yoH for ddvice February 4th, 1890 y
writes Mrs Iona Halstead, Of Claremore, Cher
okee Nat, Ind. Ty. uI was racking with PAIN
from the back Of my head down to my heels.
Had hemorrhage for weeks at time, and was
unable to sit up for ten minutes at time. You
answered my letter, advised me TO use your
valuable medicines, viz. Or. Pierce's Favorite
Prescription, Golden Medical Discovery and
Pleasant Pellets also gave advice about IN
jections baths and diet To my surprise, IN
four months from the time / began your treat
meut was a well woman and have not had the
backache since, and now put in sixteen hours
a day at hard work"
Sick women are invited to consult Dr.
Pierce by letter free. All correspond
ence private. Address DR.. r. v Pierce
Buffalo, N. Y.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

If your child is cross and peevish,
II is no doubt troubled with worms,
and its tonic effect restore It's natu.
raj cheerfulness. Price, % cents.
Sold by Smith Drug Co.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1900-03-05

Prosecuting Attorney Green, left
this morning for Ashdown to be
with his family for day He will
return tonight TO be here at the
speaking of the Gubernatoral speak
In tomorrow,