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The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27
WANTED

Special Representative in this parish
and adjoining territories, to represent
and advertise an old established BUSH
ness house of solid financial standing.
Salary 1871 weekly, with expenses paid
each Monday by check direct from
headquarters. Expenses adxanced; po-
sition permanent. We fur ish every
thing. Address The Columbia, No. $50
M0nOn Bldg, Chicago, Ill. feh27- ct
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27

Secretary Hays polite note request
ing Russia and Japan to fight ali they
want to, but to please refrain from
breaking the sod on the lawn or tramp
ling on the flowers, shows that the sec
rotary is interested in fighting only as q
scientific relaxation. Ii he had his way
ahout it, all the fights would take place
before a referee, in a 16-foot ring, and
with an appreciate rest period between
the rounds.-Lake Charles American.
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27

Articles intended for publication in
the COURIER should be sent in before
Thursday morning If possible to insure
their appearance in the next issue.
Matter sent 10 Thursday evening or
lafer - apt to be excluded for lack OF
time or space, unless it ID Of sufficient
Importance to Justify the delay and in
convenience.
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27

With Great Britain trying to steal
Tibet JRpan trying 10 steal Korea,
61eaia trying to steal Manchnria and
GaEnaAny trying t0 nteal anything that
y nos nailed down. China must feel
lske : minority ag0ekhoIder Id the II. S.
4nipnnlldlne CompAny.-Detroit Free
hsesavs. Carnegie, Morgan, Schwab
ana AuekeEellar could give those grasp
in& paWsr1 cards and spades and then
DeME ss.Asla la the ganle Of getting Ome
hing k0r nothing.
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27

The problem of AIMS age has lost lis
interest since the war in the Orient be-
gan. The puzzle that exercises the unb-
lie mind now is this: Ii The newspapers
aibk from three to eighteen Russian
ships a day for three mouths, hnu long
Will u take tai dispose af fi,e aiS or eight
ships OF the Russian hetI9
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27
NFvatersous Circumstance.

Que was pale and sallow and the other
fresh and rosy. Whence the difference2
She who is blushiDg with health uses
DIR. Kings New Life Pills to maintain
it. BY gently ~arousing the lazy organs
they compel good digestion and head
off constipation. Try them. Only 25c,
nc MaaOn's Drugstore.
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27
FOR SALE.

One OF the finest residences in Opelousas is
ofered for sale. This property is known as
the Mrs. Evans former Residence. b build
ing 10 new, SUBSTANTIAL and roomy. IT is cen.
trally located for business. The lot is of good
size, including crib, stable, etc. This fine
property is offered for the moderate sum OF
fourth of this amount cash, balance
particulars, apply to
JAs.H II. HOUSTON, Agent,
or to
MRS. MARY L. HARRIS.
Care of Prof. T. 81. Harris, Baton Rouge "a.
DAG. 8, l900-tf.
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27
Nearly Forfeits Ills Life.

A runaway almost ending fatally,
started d horrible nicer IN the leg ~ j.
b. Orner, Franklin Grove. I'll. For
four years it defied all ductors aud all
remedies. Bnt Bucklen's Arnica Sals-
had no trouble 10 cure him. Equally
good for Burns, Bruises. Skin Ernptions
and Piles. 25c at Mason's Drugstore.
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27

What is neutrality" queries the
Kansas City Journal. Well, it seems
to have been license to sell mules to a
monarchy making war OF a little re-
public II few years ago, and O grand
stand play at the present time for the
purpose of helping out the party that
formerly bought the mules-Comaaouer
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27
Town Residence for sale

ln q desirable neighborhood In Opslousas.
Wlth an entire square OF land, well shaded with
nVe oaks, magn0lias, cedars. pecans, etc.
about 9 squares from the Courthouse, S squares
from High School, Q squares from Catholic
church and convent. House is two story,
prick basement, 8 rooms, four freplaces. ont
buildings, etc., all under good fence. viii be
sold cheap for cash, or part cash and balance
ON time to suit. Apply at this office.
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27
NO IcE

The Books are now open fdf the collection of
taxes. Taxes on movable property have been
delinquent since Oct. list Taxes on real estate
Will become delinquent on Jan. i, 1904. Poll
taxes are now due. Road taxes will be dpe
after Jan. !. 1904, and become delinquent after
March 1st in said year. Come forward and nav
and save costss aa the law will be strictly en-
forced. M. r. SWORDS.
Oct. 17-tf Sheriff and ex-Oficio Tax Collector.
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27

Secretary Shaw has decided that the
frog is q bird when imported for gas
tronomlc purposes. The secretary did
jump at this conclusion, but arrived
at IL by q flight of logic.-C0mmoner.
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27

Wages in the United States on the
average are more than twice those ii
Belgium. three times those of Denmark.
france, Germany, Italy and Spain, and
one 2 o bait those in England and
Scotland.
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27

, While fighting over Korea and Man
churia, Russia and Japan should keen
q sharp aye ON Mr.. Rockefeller. Tie
king of kerosene might take Il sudden
notion to pocket the territory l,jmeelf.
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27

The COURIER IA prepared to do ali
kindsOf job work cheap for cash. Come
and let US tell yon about it before o
30 elsewhere.
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27

II you need job work BIZ any kind and
lave not the time TO call, ring np phone
~, and we will dc the rest. Ali af 3
work guaranteed to give satisfaction.
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27

"A well shaded road makes the work
or the heavily laden team easier. and
greatly enhances the delight of the man
who is travelling for pleasure.
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27
FOR SALE.
R OF CREDIT.

Several Lots of ground in Garland's new
addition to toHn OF 0pel0usaa. near Compress.
Ice House, near Water Works.
Apply 70 HENRY L. GARLAND.
Dec. l9. l9o8-1m Agent.
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27

4 nice lot OF fresh dry goods, dress
goods, hats. shoes, notions, ETC., Just re
eeived by Fred. Il. Sandoz. Ciaaap.
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27

We want your advertisement, and
VIII be glad TO do your job printing.
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27

Latest designs I'D fancy cards. anyel.
opea, etc, ast received dc this Office.
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27

Place your vainable papers in a safety
deposit box In she st. Landry State
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27

Advertise your business and increase
Jour sales.
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27
PEYToN r. sANDoZ,
LAW

LAW YER.
All civil and criminal business will be given
prompt and careful attention.
Office over st. Landry State Bank, Main
Street, OpelOusas. La.
NOTICE!
land OFFICE AT NEW ORLEANS, LA.,}
February 6. 1904. )
Notice is hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice of his intention
to make final proof in support of his claim,
and that said proof will be made before John
Evans, u. S. Commissioner, at the Postoffice at
Turkey Creek, La, March "a. 1904, between the
hours of Q a. III. and 4 p. III viz:
Henry w. Johnson,
who made Homestead Entry No. 1878 for the
s w / of s w / Sec %, and 8 e / of = j. Sec. %,
TIP. Q, s. r. 2 w, La. -Mer.
He names the following witnesses to prove
his continuous residence upon and cultivation
of, said land, viz:
Benoist Johnson and Edward Elliott. of Glen
mora, La; Octave L. Fonten0t and Jonathan
W. WEIGH, of Beaver, La.
WALTER L. COHEN.
Feb. IS, 1904. Register
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27

Pay yoaraRbaeription
The Opelousas courier., 1904-02-27
FOR SALE.

One tenehoree power Carr &scots adcaaSs
Engine. For terms, etc, Apply asTnaq0
office.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-02-24
RUSSIA'S PLANT LIKE
VAIL OF SPOILED CHILD
Japan Judged" Seems to Be the Es-
senee of Her Latest Appeal
to the Powers.

1T is hard to believe Russia is al
ready crying enough. bat it's complaints
concerning the way Japan has carried
on its campaign sounds like a bid for
Intervention. remarked a well-known
diplomatist this morning.
1T is another case of the boy who
complains because somebody cheats in "A
game OF marbles. Japan Judged, be-
cause she didn't tell me she was going
20 strike is the essence Of the wall
Russia has set up.
''Of course. there may be good rea-
SONS for Russia's complaints, but the
dispatches received from the Far East
so Gar do not contain information which
indicates that there was any serious in
fraction of International law. Japan
surely could not be expected to refrain
from lighting until Russia could an
nounce TO all the remote parts OF its
great empire that Japan had severed
diplomatic relations.
Until Russia makes a better case
than has been shown thus far against
Japan, IL is not likely that the Car
will win much sympathy from neutral
nations. The wall of a spoiled child is
not pleasant, and that IS what Russia 8
complaint seems to be-"
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-02-24
DOCTOR EXPLAINS
His Article in the Medical Magazine
About Coffee.

One OF the most famous medical pub
LEGATIONS in the United States is the
'Alksloidal Clinic" I'm a recent number
Of which an entertaining article on cof-
fee by progressive physician and sur
geon ie published. In explaining his DO
sition tn the matter this physician re-
Gently said:
I'm the article in question I really
touched but lightly upon the merits OF
Postum Food Coffee ! have had sew
eral cases OF heart trouble, INDIGESTION
and nervousness where n permanent
cure was effected by merely using Pos
tum In place OF coffee without any other
treatment.
I'm my own family / have used Pos
tum for three years and my children
actually cry for 1t and will not be salts
fed with any other beveFa &c. Indeed
they refuse 20 eat until they have had
the customary cup Of Postum and as Il
IS rebuilder and does nothing but good
] am only too glad 20 let them have IL.
ITO get the BEST results we boil the
Postum ~ least twenty minutes, and II
is then settled by adding little cold wa
ter, then the edition OF fresh cream
makes O beverage ] now prefer to ths
very best coffee. Name given by Pos
tum Co.. Battle Greek, Mich
Authorities are agreed that Postum Is
a wonderfully qJSck and sure robuilder.
Ten days trial in place OF coffee proves
IL.
Look in each package for the famous
little book, Tho Road TO WelIyille."
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-02-24
HALEY BAND ANNIVERSARY
OBSERVED WITH DINNER
Nine Years of Musical Career in Wash
ington Fifty Celebrated by
the Director.

Nine years yesterday Haley's Wash
ington Concert Band was organized
The anniversary was observed last night
with a dinner party given by Director
VIII A. Haley ar his home. 1901 T Street
northwest.
Mr. Haley had as his guests Ross
Andrews. Fred w. Behrens. J. Harry
Cunningham. Harrison Dingman. ex-
Gov. N o. Murphy OF Arizona, Harry
Stamford, Frank Thomas. George II.
Walker. T. A. Wickersham and Mayo
Dudley.
Regrets from Thomas A Walsh. who
was unable TO attend the dinner because
of a trip TO New York and of J. Henry
Small. who is confined to his hone with
the grip. were communicated TO the
guests.
The table was tastefully decorated and
lighted with candles, and an excellent
menu was served. An orchestra com
posed Of musicians who have seen long
service under Mr.. Haley. played during
the course OF the dinner.
Mr.. Haley and his band were toasted,
and many fluctuations upon the position
in the musical world Of Washington at
tanned by the band were rendered Mr.
Haley.
In the nine years of it's history HaIey's
Washington Concert Band has perform
The band was the first civilian musical
organization to invade the excis:sfveness
of the White House, where IL performed
on several occasions for the late Presi-
dent Mckinley. and also for the pf esent
occupant. Al both inaugurationS Of
President Mckinley Mr.. Haley con-
Quoted music at the inaugural ball. and
at the official concerts which followed
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-02-24
.RUSSIA'S WATCHWORD
SEEMS TO BE "DELAY"
Japan Expected to Strike Blow on
Land While Her Enemy Is
Gathering Forces.

Delay seems to be Russis's watch
word in its land campaigns as well as
IN its water fighting. A prominent
United States army officer. who has been
studying conditions in Korea, expressed
the opinion this morning that Russia
does not expect TO engage IN any great
Hand battle until the very late spring.
But the Russians will probably be
compelled TO give fight when they are
in the same unprepared condition on
land that they were on sea. when the
japanese struck" the officer remarked.
cit Is cold and uninviting now in Man
churia. but the Japanese are not afraid
OF cold weather, and do not intend TO
delay operations on account Of the Their
mometer. With the Russian navy 30
weakened that II cannot offer resistance
to the movements Of Japanese troops,
Japan Is having her own way and soon
will have a body OF troops in Manchuria
which will give Russia. much trouble"
japan is said TO have Manchuria filled
with spies who are Watching every
movement or the Russians and making
preparations TO dynamite the railways
when the time comes for Japan's active
and campaign. Many military experts
believe Russia's defensive policy at this
line Will be fatal TO it's Interests, and
insists that Russia should Immediately
begin offensive action 10 prevent the
japanese from moving upon Mukden and
Harbin. land tins striking at the Russian
Ase OF supplies IN the Far East
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-02-24
TAKAHIRA ESCAPES
MEETING COUNT CASSINI
Japanese and Russian Ministers Saved
From a Most EmbarrasS-
ing Position.

Russia and Japan were kept from
"clashing' at the State Department this
afternoon by Eddie Savoy. Secretary
Hays messenger. who is capable of
teaching diplomacy TO many Of the for
eign representatives
Minister Takahira called at the de-
partment while Count CassIni was with
Secretary Hay. The great fur coat and
high hat of the Russian ambassador in
dicated to Minister Takahlra that Count
Cassini was with Mr.. Hay. Mr.. Taxa
hira walked out in the corridor and
asked II Assistant Secretary Loomis
was in his Office. He was not Then
the Japanese minister asked if Mr.
PIERCE, the Third Assistant Secretary
was in. Mr.. Peirce was also out.
The Japanese minister was compelled
to return to the waiting room, where
he sat down in sight of the great fur
coat of the Russian ambassador A
meeting OF the representatives of the
warning nations seemed inevitable
When Count Cassini came out of the
diplomatic room. Eddie Savoy entered
the waiting room hastily and got the
Russian ambassadors hat and coat. He
then met the count in the corridor and
helped MIN into his coat
Mr.: Takahira looked much relieved
when he saw the coat leave the room.
and minute later he ventured into the
hall in time to see Count Cassini dis
appearing at the elevator entrance.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-02-24

LONDON. Feb. Alt has been ascer-
tanned by most careful investigation
that the European public, as a rule, IA
vors Russia in the present conflict in the
Far East.
Sufficient time has now elapsed for
opinion 10 have had a chance TO adjust
itself. and yesterday all Europe was
poIied through correspondents. The re-
suits show that so far as sympathy goes
Napoleons prediction that Europe would
be all republican or all COssack has been
fulfilled by it being nearly all Cossack.
England an Exception.
England itself is a loyal ally OF Japan,
though the old-fashioned conservatives,
OF whom the Spectator" is the mouth
piece. still deprecate the alliance. as they
fear it may release some Frankenstein
IN the shape Of the yellow peril" II
has been ascertained that while a month
ago Russo-French alliance seemed fee
bic, Russis's very misfortune has rece-
mented the friendship, all circles being
unanimously pro-Russian. with the ex-
certion OF the Socialists, under II. Jau-
! res. Poor tradesmen and peasants every
where are buying Russian securities.
? though the value of these is constantly
falling. as tangible way of expressing
their sympathy.
In Berlin it is learned that all official
and religious conservative elements OF
1.-THE empire are strongly pro-Russian. as
they consider that any weakening OF
| Russia would upset the balance of
power and undermine monarchical insti-
buttons Only the Socialists are anti
Russian. and their attitude is the result
ssof hatred OF an autocracy and not
b.. v,-~T,
By Racial Ties.
The dual empire of Austria Hungary
is almost unanimously In favor of Rus
STA. Twenty million of Emperor Francis
fJoseph's subjects are SIavs. so they are
bound by racial ties. Official circles
hold like opinion. as they consider
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-02-24
EUROPE NOW FAVORS RUSSIA
IN THE WAR WITH JAPAN

Russia the bulwark Of the present status
quo Of Europe. Only a few radicals
and Socialists are In favor of Japan.
Off1cialdom in Italy is not cordial to
Russia. as result OF the Cars snub
In refusing TO visit the country, and in
addition TO this the purchase of two
cruisers built at Genoa by Japan has
aroused some pro-Japanese enthusiasm.
On the other hand, however, Italy's
official action is bound by the dreibund
daughter of the ruler of the Cars
smallest but warmest ally, Montenegro.
vatican's Attitude.
The enormous religious force, of
which the Vatican is the center, while
regarding the Russians as Schismatics.
Is certain to be strongly influenced by
the plea which Russia is setting forth
that the contest Is between the forces
of Christ and those of Buddha Fur
therrnore. the Car recently -conciliated
the Vatican by granting privileges to
Russian Catholics hitherto denied
From Belgrade comes the report that
while there Is an undercurrent of sus-
picion of Russian designs against the
Balkan nstionalities. Servia. Bulgaria.
and Montenegro are bound to the Car
government by ties of race and religion.
Sympathy in Athens is entirely anti
Russian. as Russia Is regarded as the
Against the Gar.
Oficialdom in Copenhagen follows the
lead of Germany. but the popular opin-
ion is decidedly against the Car and
his kingdom. Popular feeling is also
strongly anti Russian in Sweden on ac-
count of the Finnish question. but there
is a powerful Russian party among the
military officials.
Opinion in the Netherlands has not
recovered from it's anti English bias on
account of the Boer war and is &C
cordtngly not favOrably inclined toward
/ England's friend. A fairly neutral at
| titude. however. is maintained toward
Russia
! Spanish feeling Is still generally anti
American and and-EnKlish and hence
is in no way cordial toward their fav-
] orite Japan.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-02-24
THREE JAPANESE OFFICERS
WERE HANGED AS SPIES

ST. PETERSBURG. Feb. 24.-Disguised
as coolies, three Japs have been hanged
by Russians in Manchuria for attempt
ing TO blow up the railroad bridge over
the Sangari River. They were arrested
just as they were about to make the at
tempt.
Inquiry revealed that they were Jap
anese officers of the general staff. name
~, Colonel Assai. Of the engineers. and
Lieutenants Zoneloiascha and haeurta,
of the sappers. They were hanged i'm
mediately from the girders OF the bridge.
Newspapers Of Port Arthur dated Feb
ruary reached St Petersburg today.
indicating they were less than three
weeks i'm transit Troop trains probably
require a longer time. on account of the
difficulties at Lake Baikal, where pro-
visions and troops are crossing both on
Ice trains and sledges.
But the cold is exceedingly severe.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-02-24
FRANCE, ALSO, THINKS
JAPAN WAS TOO HASTY

PARIS, Feb. 24.-Russia has the sym
pathetic support OF France IN the
formers latest representation 10 the
powers that Japan is guilty Of a viola
ton of international law in consequence
of the attacks upon he Russian war
ships at Port Arthur and Chemulpo be-
fore the declaration OF war.
No intention exists in official circles
10 take UP the Russian note on the sub
ject with the view of pressing action by
the powers, and II is said that nothing
effective could be done in this direction.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-02-24

Today 80 degrees below CFahrenheiD was
recorded at Irkutsk and other places.
Stories of the sufferings of the troops
in the crossing of the lake are persist
ent. Some reports say 600 men were
frozen. but these lack confirmation, Off
cial or otherwise.
The telegraph is working well. One
line devoted exclusively to government
business. runs direct TO Irkutsk, whence,
with single relay, il connects with st.
Petersburg. The Gar recently stood at
the telegraph key and talked with Vice
roy Alexieff, practically uninterrupted
Military men desiring to accompany
the Russian army have been notified
formally that they can proceed when
convenient. but IL is added that accom-
mOda tons and commissarlat supplies
cannot be guaranteed before March Is.
No authorizations have yet been issued
90 war correspondents, and IL Is improo-
able that anything in this direction will
be done until the concentration OF troops
is completed.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-02-24
PORT ARTHUR Is AGAIN
ATTACKED, TOKYO HEARS

LONDON. Feb. A--The Express
correspondent. cabling from Tokyo
. Monday, says:
There are persistent reports IN
, Tokyo that there was further en-
gagemenu at Pert Arthur Saturday
night. The admiralty here has no de-
} tails as yet
The Express correspondent at
Shanghai cables:
Japan is wearying Of the miserable
souabble over the Msndjur. and has
notified the Chinese foreign Office that
II China T. unable TO enforce neutrality
Japan VIII do 1t for her. China has
therefore ordered two cruisers Of her
{ northern squadron. the Hui Chi and
the Hal Ten. TO proceed 10 Shanghm
and eject the Mandjur. At Woosung
. the japanese cruiser Akitoushims Is
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-02-24

patiently waiting. steam Up and decks
cleared for action. Yesterday the
American cruisers New Orleans, AL
Raleigh and the monitor Monadnock in
Shanghai Harbor. The Cincinnati, An
napo1s, and FrOlic are due today"
The Express correspondent at Tien-
tsfn says: The latest news from Har-
bin announces the arrival OF 300 Rus
sian troops from the -Baikal
provinces. the movement Of which com
menced on Saturday. Viceroy Alexieff
lntely visited Mukden, where he threat
ened Tseng Chi. the Chinese governor
that the Russians would kill the Chinese
for having persistently refused to COM
ply with the Russian military reouisi-
tions. He also forbade them to go
within twenty miles OF the railway
The Waswupu has, however, instructed
demands"
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-02-24
BOARD OF TRADE WILL
HOLD ANNUAL RECEPTION
Special Music Promises to Make Even
ing an Enjoyable One.

The Washington Board of Trade will
hold its annual reception at the New
Willard Hotel tonight at S O'Clock 1t
is expected that about 800 guess of the
board will be present. and an.Sng the
number will be many Senator and Rep
resentatives.
The feature of the evening VIII be ex-
cellent music. including selections by A
male octet, cornet solos by M. Tod
hunter, of the Marine Band a violin
solo by Mr.. Rakemann. and veal solos
by many Of Washington's best-known
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-02-24
C0NSULS UNITE TO DEMAND
NIUCHWANG'S NEUTRALITY

YIN KOW, Feb. 24-The consuls have
decided on concerted action looking to
the naturalization OF Niuchwang They
will endeavor however. to obtain an ex>
preston OF Russian official opinion be-
fore acting further.
An authoritative japanese report says
that 100 japanese refugees sent to Port
Arthur had not been accounted for up to
February 10. Persistent refusal OF Off
cial information complexities United
States Consul Miller's difficulties