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St. Landry clarion. (Opelousas, La.) 1890-1921, 1902-03-15
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ANaEs

The owner is hereby notified to come
forward, prove property, pay costs and
take same away. DAMARE JEANIsE,
mchI5-4t Pearceyille p. o., La.
St. Landry clarion. (Opelousas, La.) 1890-1921, 1902-03-15
'Artesian and Deep Wells.
JNO. W. WARE.
Shuteston P. O., La.
Irrigation Wells Boilers, Engines
For Rice Pumps, Furnished
Speciality If Required.
Boilers, Engines,
Pumps, Furnished
If Required.

and we'll drained and to construct and
keep in repair all necessary bridges not
over thirty feet in length, and to main
tain in ordinary repair bridges of over
thirty feet in lenght. And they shall
moreover furnish good and solvent bond
in double the amount of the price of adj
Indication for the faithful performance
of their several contracts,
The undersigned reserve the right to
reject any and all bids.
JAMES DARBY,
mhs-2t Member Police Jury I'd ward.
St. Landry clarion. (Opelousas, La.) 1890-1921, 1902-03-15
H'Or sale.

For sale.
An Ethan Allen bred horse, 154
or 16 hands high, about S-years-
old and gentle. Apply at this Office.
St. Landry clarion. (Opelousas, La.) 1890-1921, 1902-03-15

TAKEN UP by the undersigned,
Il one young mare, about 4-years-old,
white star on forehead, end of nose and
two hind legs white, and has been in my
neigh borhood about three months, and
branded about Thus:
St. Landry clarion. (Opelousas, La.) 1890-1921, 1902-03-15

LNaEAEA EskB from my place near
d Leonville, on Monday, February II,
1902, one dark-bay Creole mare with
white spot on forehead, and one dark
bay Kentucky mare mule. A liberal re-
ward will be given for their return, or
any information that will lead to their
recovery. ANDRE FL. MALLET,
mchS-4t Arnaudyille P. O., La.
St. Landry clarion. (Opelousas, La.) 1890-1921, 1902-03-15

Get Godso to make over your
old mattresses. Opposite Market.
St. Landry clarion. (Opelousas, La.) 1890-1921, 1902-03-15

HAE1Hl gJHs by the undersigned at
il Prairie Vile Platte, one 3-year-old
iron grey colt; has been in neighbor-
hood about weeks. No brand. The
owner will please come forward, prove
property, pay costs and take same away.
MELVILLE FoNTENoT,
n mchI5-4t Vile Platte P. O., La.
St. Landry clarion. (Opelousas, La.) 1890-1921, 1902-03-15

aTP by the undersigned at
IL Prairie Vile Platte, one dark-hay
Creole horse, about4-years-old; has been
in neigh borhood for about one year. No
brand. The owner will please come for
ward, prove property, pay costs and take
same away. THEoDAT b. FoNTENoT,
mch15-4t Vile Platte p. O., La.
St. Landry clarion. (Opelousas, La.) 1890-1921, 1902-03-15
Respectfully submitted,
e.. l.. HAYES, Tax Collector.


On motion, duly seconded and carried.
the report was accepted as read.
The report of w. r. Cochran, collector
of W. W. and e. ]. plant, for month end
ing March Sd, 1902, showing collections
for. m. and |. and water and lights for
the sum OF $573.58, was accepted as read
and referred to the finance committee.
The treasurer makes the following
report:
Statement of the Town of Opelousas,
La, from Feb'y to March 4, 1902:
Feb'y 4, bal on hand as
per report 3l3769.S
Mch 4, cash reed from
w. r. Cochran, Clerk 573.59
Cash received from C.L.
Hayes, Collector. ...... 1,706.55
--$16,0 ,049.9S
By sundry warrants as
per list attached ..... l,565.11
Balance on hand .. sl4,4S4. 81
Distributed as follows:
w. w. u e. L. Exp. IS 233.47
General l................ 3,5Sa.T
Fines NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. 1858
Market 5S5 80
License .............,. 1882
w. w. Il E. l.. Tax. 2,4S0.l5
Hospital. u.73
xcz o..
St. Landry clarion. (Opelousas, La.) 1890-1921, 1902-03-15

On motion, duly seconded and carried,
the report was accepted as read and re-
ferred to the finance committee. The
finance committee after examining the
report, reported same correct, and order
Ell that the treasurer be credited with
the sum of $l,565.il, and that the vouch-
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lY0raa,E EDEs EsEKAs.

w. +. F.CLOPION, Preside
j. j. HEALEY, Clerk.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-09-14
A WEDDING AT FIFE.
Marriage of Mr. Hicks and Miss
Eouihwarfl


FIFE. VA, September 13-(Special.>-
4 very pretty marriage took place We'd
nes6ay afternoon. when Miss Wilma L..
S0uihworth became the bride OF Mr. Luz
clan Hicks. Rev. Mr.. Wingfleld performed
the ceremony. The wedding march was
rendered by Miss Ellie Childs. and dur
ing the ceremony Il Will Love You Al
wars" was played very softly.
The bride wore a lovely gown of white.
with hal and gloves of the same color
and carried . large bouquet of cream
ca3o"0d roses. She was attended by her
maid of honor, Miss Ellie Southworih
Tlio also wore white and carried white
roses.
The groom was attended by his best
man. Mr.. ]. H. White.
After the ceremony supper was served
at the home Of the groom, where a few
friends were gathered.
The bride is a lovely brunette, and the
daughter OF Mr.. g. W. Soutlwort1. The
groom is a very popular young business
man.
Miss Mamie Miller. Of F'luvanna, is Wis
iting friends near this place.
Miss Ellie Childs left for FarmviiIe this
morning, where she viii attend the Nor
nal school this session.
Mrs. Z. A. Ransom, of Buchanan, is
visiting her mother, Mrs. NJ. L. Perkins.
Mrs. William Hail. Of Richmond is WIS.,
ting friends and relatives in the neigh
borhood
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-09-14

Miss Anna Kenderdine. blue organdie.
with Cadet Arthur Rosenfeld, of Virginia
Polytechnic Institute.
Miss Virginia Heth, white organd1e,
with Mr.. James Baird.
Miss Minnie Howe, pink organdie, black
lace medallions, with Mr.. Ned. CasselL
Miss Angela Tinsley, white organize,
satin trimmings. with Mr.. Frank Mosely.
Stags-Messrs. Gus Aston. Abingdon;
WIN Calfee Pulaski; II: 3: Stevens, IT. A.
ginia; Ernest HODGE. Roanoke; Dave
Barton, Pulaski; Henry Alien, West Vir-
GINA.
Mrs. tyler, Miss sue Tyler. Major John
T. Cowan; Mrs. Allan ]. Black. Of Bar
ton Heights; Miss Anne Virginia Gull
bertson Of East Orange. n. j.: Mrs.
William Ingles, Mr.. and Mrs. George
hr k " " M Fatt ana " Mrs Nae5ve M Mrs.
G. F. Kearsley; Mrs. A. D. Stevens; MI.
Duval Cravens, of Arkansas; Mr.. Will
liam n. Newman, Of Knoxville, Tenn. /;
Mrs. Tanning Miles. Mrs. S. ~ vsnab be
and Mrs, L. w. Clark, Dr.: and Mrs: w.
a. Wilson, Mr.. and Mrs. Hodge and Miss
Hodse Mr. and Mrs. W. H, Ragland,
Captain and Mrs. Hugh c. Preston, Mr..
". 81. Galway; Misses Kathleen Cassell
Verna E1singer, and others.
Among the handsome toilets We're a
green louisene, white chiffon trimming.
worn by Miss Sue Tyler; black net over
white satin, Mrs Allan j. Black; canary
silk and lace, Mrs. George e. Cassell:
black and white foulard, point lace trim
nings, Mrs. a. I.EMiller; white silk, dia~
mond ornaments, Miss Anne Virginia
Culbertson; red crepe de chine, black lace
,pedall1ons, Mrs. George W. Miles; black
net, Mrs. William Ingles: black net over
white silk Mrs. Tyler.
Professor Miles has associated with
him this year Mr.. Winslow II. Randolph,
who has taught for the past eight years
in the Episcopal High School at Alexan-
dria, and has won distinction IS an in
structor of young men,
The other masters are: Mr.. Duval G..
Cravens. B. S.. Agricultural and Mechan-
zeal College, New. Mexico; Mr.. G. S. A
Henry, B. A, University Of Virginia, and
Mr.. William II. Newman, B. A, Univer-
sity Of Tennessee.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-09-14
BETHEL ACADEMY CROPS.
School WIFI Open with Fine Class OF
Teachers-ElactricP Plant,


WARRENToN, VA, September r.
Especially -Bethel Military Academy will
open Thursday, September 18th Lieuten-
ant c. A. Rarlett, United States army,
succeeds Major Micah J. Jenkins, lately
appointed collector Of internal revenue
for the district Of South Carolina, as
comma ndant. He Is also instructor Of
French. Spanish. mathematics German
and political science; r. W. Smith, natu-
raj science, logic, and medical science,
and Rev. ]. ". Smith. Greek. English,
stenography and typewriting. T. n. Hav-
lin, Of st. Louis. is assistant commando
ant and instructor in the primary depart
ment
Work was commenced this week on the
electric-lieht plant. and will be rushed
forward rapidly. The plant will be in
operation by the 18th Of October. The
contract was awarded the Electrical Con-
struction Company of Virginia, of Rich.
mond. Va. in August. The contract calls
for two complete systens-one, an arc
light system for the street lighting, and
the other commercial lighting sys-
TEN.
The registration under the new Consti-
tuition will close at this precinct Satur-
day. The vote registered will be an ex-
ceedingly light one. Up to this time the
vote stands above five whites to one col
ored
Miss Sarah Caroline skinker daughter
Of William X. Skinker, and Mr. William
Beverly Turner were married Thursday
at the home Of the bride, near The
Plains.
Captain Miller, Mrs. r. A. Crowell and
the Misses crowell of Tampa. Fla. are
the guests of Mrs. w. A. Garner and will
remain until October.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-09-14


take place on Tuesday, October It'll, at
tina Parish church, Gargrave Yorkshire.
The Rroo1n-eIec Is one Of Suffolk Lead
fnR and most successful merchants, while
tho bride-elect Is q cousin Of his deceased
VIE. Mr. Folk will have here next Tues
day. for New = oris city, whence he will
sail on Nv dnesday for London. After
HIS arrival IN England, the happy couple
will spend some time in sightseeing, pre-
lvious TO their narriage-in other words
they Will take 8 short ante-brtdal tour
They will sail from Liverpool on the 8tn
OF October, Will spend several days In
New York, and viii be at home No. IA
Franklin street. Suffolk, after October 20
GOING TO GEORGIA
Rev. L. w. Christie, formerly Of Nor
folk who. for the past two years has been
pastor Of Western Branch Baptist church.,
Nansemond county and Colosse Baptist
ed a call to the First Baptist church Of
Valdosta, Ca. which pays a salary Of
1880 per year, with parsonage in addi-
ton. The church is one OF the leading
ones Of the State, with a wealthy and in
fiuenttal mem berphip. Mr.. Christie is a
young man. but Is fine preacher and an
excellent pastor. His call to SO important
a church is quite compliment to so
young man, but he will fill the position
with credit to himself and satisfaction to
his congregation.
Mr. N. Lehman and wife are off on a
two weeks visit to Baltimore, Philadel-
phia. and New York
Mrs G. F. Knnear, Of New York. re-
termed home yesterday, after spending a
week with her parents, DR.. W. A. Almond
and wife.
Miss Vida Gurley has returned home
from Richmond, where she had been visit
ing relatives.
Mr.. w. N. Camp, now of Albion, Fla,
but formerly Of Suffolk. was here this
week having just returned from trip
to Europe.
Dr.. f. w. Skies and family, who had
been living in Suffolk for eighteen or
twenty years, left here on Thursday for
DeFuniak Springs. Fla, where they will
reside.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-09-14
LIKE A PROVIDENCE.
Floating Box Changed a Mani. Life


Things drift into our lives in curious
@eS a man was visiting the seashore
VINE an invalid and one day a little
Trii''y Grape-Nuts box noated to him.
-ss 1000 facts he learned, changed his
"iagie Afe-but let him tell his story
:. NE doctors said il was acute indiges-
,'on or Gastrttis There was really moth
'Is mat ! could eat and enjoy, and when
oIe cannot enjoy his meals, he may as
ven be dead. There was a time when [
Sa'o eat and digest anything. but for
E"o years previous to last spring, I was
%fetcaed state. tried everything
~ OF, took all kinds Of medicine
y, ,''VsS enough TO float a ship. but with
70 lasting purpose.
va. spring / had to give up work and
80. So 10 Atlantic City. One day while
hing along the beach noticed box
sr.577 'ossed about on the breakers. and
do 4foWn up on the sand. sat
;, al On the sand and locked at 1t idly
he pul after reading a few words on
cr. ooH got interested. It told how
1 roa5 - Jus tood was prepared and all its
h., 9-ailQes, and I made up my mind
~ si'C there that I would try 1t.
nv, -'sFe not taken a drop Of medicine
Ia,e |l4t day 10 this. but used about
~ -s =. Package Of Grape-Nuts each day
II Ran '@ sS., months. Then 1 gradually be-
I'M. ehuns meat and vegetables and
ID - s'io now can eat anything / care
Gin" -aloet It distressing me, but I still
n IL 20 "rape-Nuts food. as I am fond
u az prepared in various ways. and never
.or,os passes that don't have It in some
! a, After the first two months of using
tsgss S,No1s | weighed myself every 10.
t,s r SAG found ] gained from three 10
Ia psunos each time I have psen werk.
i Is, S...y day ftnee. and can gay never
hay. ..Ses. Thanks 10 drase-Nvts. II now
an az appetite Ike 2 billy saak. and
., ~ Aors troubled with a bad s.e.nach.
,ropr,S.,sS n 1 could talk with every one
pes gSseo as ] vas. know a good many
] a., say; Oh, I've tried everything
Don, urea of trying, etc. but say.
.oos give up until you Try Grape-Nuts
srs, aAa you Will not regret Ii, I, Name
- W Postum Co.. Battle Creek ..linh-
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-09-14
BIG GERMAN IN RADFoRD.
1t Marked the Opening of St. Albans
school.

RADFoRD, VA, September 1S.-Gspe-
cial.l-The eleventh session Of st. Adams
School opened Thursday evening with
large and brilliant reception, followed
by beautiful german.
TIE night was fine and the gleamlng
lights Of ST. Adams shone out welcome
as carriage after carriage rolled over the
bridge which leads to the school On ITS
picturesque height above New river
The receiving party consisted OF Colo
mel and Mrs. George W. Miles, who for
a decade past have dispensed such
charming hospitality from the halls o.
St Albans, assisted by Mr.. Winslow h
Randolph, the new headmaster, and MIS-.
Randolph. ~.
The reoeption-room was decorated with
ferns and sprengeri. The assembly hall,
3oXSO feet, makes an admirable ballroom.
and gay with steamers Of crimson and
fncandescent lights, masked also IN the
pirate setting for the handsome gowns
of the dangers. Many pretty girls We're
present Excellent mueic was furnished
bv a Roanoke orchestra, and the dancing
was kept up until the wee snla' hours.
At midnight ices wera served.
THE DANCERS.
The german was led by MT. William
Rosenfeld, assisted by Miss Alice Clark,
of Richmond. The dancers were:
Miss Belle Tyler, white lace and organ
sie over accordion plated raHeta, with
Mr.. c. r Williams, of the University OF
Virginia.
broidered blue null satin g ui1n 1hans
Mis-. Gertrude yerable, black net over
ia ffetas with Mr. E. NJ. Daniel, Of Lynch
Miss Laura Lasell Nirnball, white Per-
sian lawn, smilax trimmings, Win Ell.
G. S. A. Henry, of Tazewell.
Miss pickett Hcth. blue null over tat.
feta. with Mr.. A. L. Merritt, Of Mar
rianna, Fla.
Miss Melita Wilson, point d'esprlt over
white taffeta, pale-blue ribbons, with MT.
Miss cary Preston. white jussi fiber.
over taffeta. with Mr.. Hal Tyler.
Miss Lilly Tyler. blue null. with Mr..
". II. Patton. Vanderbilt University.
Miss Louise yenable, white organdie,
shower bows Of blue taffeta. with MT.
Charlie Humber, of Columbus. Ga.
Miss Jones. Of Selma. Ala. Powered
organdie, with Mr.. Charlie Macgin, OF
Pulaski.
plated organdie and lace over. taffeta.
Mis-. Minnie cabell Roberts. OF Rieh-
uaond. white organdic with Mr.. Fields
Baldwin.
blue ribbons. with Mr.. Bev@rly Peter
or sraIs, e.t. with Mr. will,sm Rosenfeid.
$ MHes ;Be-a!e sKend erdina. white orgnneie.
hlsek laae fnedeliions. with Mr.. Truman
Ruliarh.
white organdis and black velvet. diamond.
ornaments. witt, Mr.. Lewis fngles.
Miss Anna WILSON, red crepe de chine,
with Mr.. William Longiey. az Pulaski:
blue orEandie and point laoA with Me-
y6sna
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-09-14
AUTUMnAL REVER|ES
nE SEASON AS VIEWED Br pEssI-
MIST AND OPTIMISM.
SYMPHONY OF THE SEASONS.
,..umn and Winter Arc But 1t. Pre-
1nde.-The Refusal of Present In
.ntses, alton of Future Sorrow
gloomy Philosophy
SYMPHONY OF THE SEASONS.
.t.mn and Winter Arc But It's Pre-
Gloomy Philosophy

ACTON. VA. Sept. 1s.-tspecial.,--In
-, weeks the nights and the morn
mr.. will balance each other. but there IS
IN q prepondersnce of light on the dial
,.os Of the year. whose apex climbs into
sunshine. whose base rests on grass still
green and garIanded by the red and yell
,os flowers Of late summer.
same poet tells US I'VE should count
dime bv heart throhs and not by the let
te;- OF dial.
Only those who have, through busy
end checkered life kept the heart pure
sra fresh and young. can well stimulate
the heart throbs by which we reckon
time Other mortals count from the
re,sr-ceasing professions Of the seasons:
from the expanding bark and swelling
buds 10 The first hiushins petals and all
down the year to that dainty bit of gold
fnrod. / saw today sheltered in the hos
ns.a.,e cleft of mountain rock
Know a lady who mourrs that never
the summer and autumn days come but
fhst her thoughts go out to winter: that
she cannot enjoy these to their fullest de-
pzht because of the rigorous days to fol-
low.
tried to tell this poor pessimist that
s,rtJlnn and winter were but preludes to
rprirc and summer in the symphony Of
another year, but She would not have it
-.
This spirit of refusing present Joy
because Of what must follow. ,s only
right ! take il. applied to that which
Is forbidden
The philosophy that holds to aught else
Is virtual impeachment of the order OF
the universe and Of Him who is behind It.
TIE summer is dying, but has been glo-
rtous IN its gifts of nature and is yet de-
IiEhtful in its social phases.
81 the hotels. though, the week has
not been signalized by special gayetie9
We have mad the exhilaration of drivt
rs parties and small teas. interspersec
with quiet ramb1es and par1or cards
This last announcement. which has
!een pretty freely INDUCED in the pres
mt season. has It's dual sides. For one
lhing. card playing is a godsend to elder
v people and wall lowers-and some Of
ne most charming people in the world
oEle under either class-and it is great
promoter of gonG-fcIlowship
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-09-14
AT THE SWEET CHALYBEATE.
September Finds Many Guests and
Days Fall of Diverafons

SWEET CEALYBEATE. VA, septem-
Der 13.-(Special.) -Although the whirl of
summer gayety is at a lesser tension the
season is by no means at an end at the
Sweet Cllalybeate. Indeed. SO many are
loath to leave that the genial host has
consented to keep open, beyond the usual
time, even though the neighboring resorts
days, and the mountains have taken on
the gorgeous colorings of autumn. The
keen, bra eng air gives added zest to all
outdoor sports, and makes walking and
mountain climbing great pleasures. Rid
ing and driving are also favorite pa shines.
Many parties are formed for informal
dinners and suppers at SiEer's and at
other mountain resorts. Even the most
languid grow alert and brick in this brac-
ing atmosphere, and find the tennis court
ravorite spot these fine mornings.
The season has a charm peculiarly It's
own, and new arrivals each day indicate
that it is we'll known that September is
the most delightful month in these noun
tains. Some adieux have been paid, it Is
trua, bat with the promise of meeting an
other season. Those who remain find the
social life charming. and friendships are
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-09-14
REGISTRATION In YORK.
Number Of Applicants in Small-At-
tempted Cattle Stealing

YORKTOWN, VA. September 10 -(Spe-
cial)-'fhe registration Of voters under
the new Constitution ends at Grafton to-
day. For this district (Grafton) the num-
ber Of applications has been exceedingly
light Up TO last night less than so per
cent Of the white voters had applied
The registration list thus far stands:
Whites. ll2: colored. Is. Under the old
law Grafton marshaled between $50 and
Nl voters
Ar !. S Harris, prominent merchant
ol Tampco, who handles livestock for
ontcheEing, had occasion yesterday to go
10 me pasture where his fattening ami
mas are kept Much to his surprise the
animal intended for slaughtering was
found dead from gunshot wounds. Cattle
La'eNes had evidently shot the COW with
tAe intention of sneaking The carcass
away without being detected Several
s4o's We're heard Thursday night by va
Hous people, and the cattle lowed and
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-09-14

menred Oy the assOclatloHS mere
Cards are still the favorite form or
amusement. Private, as well as public.
cuchre parties abound, and are more en-
joyable when played by the blazing hres
in the office and card-rooms on cool eve
nings The ballroom with it's bright
lights and enlivening music Is still an at
tractive place. Now old as we'll as young
engage in the Virginia reel with which
the children's hour is closed It AFFORDS
much merriment to the participants as
well as to the spectators.
Among those who left With the assur-
ance Of being here next summer was
Mrs. w. G.. Coldewey, Of Cincinnati. Last
Sunday evening she gave another enjoy y
feature of the season. Her voice Is =; a
divine gift, and she graciously uses 1t
for the pleasure of others. She was aply
assisted by Mr.. George Hammer and Mr..
Fl. G.. Metteram, both of Cincinnati. Mr..
Hammer is an artist, and his violin solos
are much appreciated Mr.. Metteram has
a tenor voice of remarkable sweetness.
Mr. C. B. Hunter gave the :. c9 81 or n a
Friday. The big old-fashioned stage.
drawn by four horses. was filled to over
flowing, the tots inside and the larger ones
on top. If it is true that with cn!lare ~
the amount of noise made is indicative OF
pleasure received, this was HAPPY
crowd. Even shower of rain did not
spoil their enthusiasm.
The ladies who have so nobly taught
all summer in the little mountain sun
dav school are crowning their efforts to-
day by giving their pupils a picnic on the
lawn. Various amusements are afforded,
and a generous supply of sweets pro-
Among the new arrivals are: F. s..
THOMPSON and wife, Galveston. Tex;
William r. Jarrett, Charlestown, W.
va; Mrs. II. Cabell Tabb. RICHMOND,
Va :: Mrs Thornton Lewis. Cincinnati o.:
Miss Blythe Wilson Cincinnati O.; Mrs.
Barton Myers and family, Norfolk. Va;
John K. PEBBLES. Norfolk, Va; w; g..
ColdeTey. Cincinnati, o.; Fl. G.. Meter
natl: L. A. Shaver, Washington, D. CT;
j. M. Bear, North Carolina.