New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1902-08-16
LOCAL NEWS.

effect. The new Jail is modern and
convenient and is completion in
every respect Of the specifications
of the contract President Britain
has carefully guarded the interests
of the Parish by constant vigilance
and activity, and he aud the jury
are entitled to the thanks of the tax
payers. We now have Jail that
the most fastidious "jail reformer"
could not object to, and to our
mind seems too good a place for
ordinary criminals, many Of whom
will never enjoy the luxury Of IA bath
till they become incarcerated in
this modern Jail. The entire cost
is $l9,9S5.O9.
Lost-llunting pup, jet black
about 3 months old. Reward at
this office.
We are called upon to chroni-
Gle the sad event Of the death of
Mr.. Elias Louis Bernard, aged %
years, who died at Lake Charles
last Wednesday night Of pneumo-
MIA. His remains were forwarded
here for interment, and were met
at the station by large circle of
relatives and friends of the family.
The funeral was held at the Cath
Ollie church, Rev. Father Feohn Of
floating 1t is sad when death
claims those who have reached the
allotted time Of life, but more sad
when he reaches ont his hand for
the young, who are just crossing
the threshold of life, looking joy
ously, hopefully TO the future
which seem bright with promise.
But it is the Fathers will, we can
but bow in snbmissiOn-Our ways
are not his ways. Deceased was a
brother of Mrs. Geo. w. Dallas
and Mr.. Ursin Bernard Of this city.
We offer the family and friends
our sincere sympathy and regret.
For Sale-A splendid Creole
pony, specially adapted to family
service. Sound, gentle and per-
fectly safe. Trained to saddle and
harness. Apply at once to }. B.
LawtOn.
The match races that will &C.
eur to- morrow, at the Iberia Park,
offer varied entertainment: First
the race between "May d" and
"Brack Norris" from Lafayette
and Jeanerette respectively, will be
very exciting one as. the horses
are we'll matched and have been
carefully trained. Second, the
race between "Bishop Reed" an.
other Jeanerette horse aud "Azua"
from New Orleans. 1t is expected
the town Of Jeanerette will walk
away from the Crescent City in the
trial of speed, and consequently
capture the prize Of $50. The track
is in fine condition and all arrange.
ments for the cvmfort and amuse-
ment Of the people carefully made.
Admission to the grounds, adults
26c. Children 15c. First race at
!. 3P. M.
We have been presented with
a bottle Of oil from the Anse Ia
Butte Moresi we'll. A barrel Of the
product WAS sent to 'Jeanerette fol-
inspection by the stockholders, and
this sample was brought us by
Marshal Charles Palfrey. The oil
seems to be equal to any that is
used at this place, and will nc
doubt net tho owners as much pei
barrel as any Of the Texas or Jen.
Mugs product. Gradually the oil
field is being extended and We
doubt not il a fair test well wai
put down in Iberia we would find
oil in great quantities as Welsh OF
Jennings or the Ahse La Butte
What we need is some one to head
a company, raise the money and
make the attempt, either "make a
spoon or spoil horn"
The Iberia Building Association
will furnish money to build any
style Of house that may suit You,
aud you can repay your loan IL
weekly, monthly or yearly Install
ments as best suits your conven'
fence. The cost Of your home will
be little more than the rental OF
the, property.
There will be a grand bal
given by the nremen, Thursday
Sept. 18th, at City Hall, at which
fine music will be rendered by thu
city's pride, tho Pelican State
Band. Delicate refreshments will
be served by the lady friends o.
6re laddies, and you may expect
first class time. An evening O.
enjoyment an d at the same tiin'
yon will feel that you are helping
a good cause that Of the aremen
whose uuselfish services may b.
required BY you this very day O
night, aud they are ever ready t.
serve you. The just, with the an
inst 81 come ont and contribute