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The Newark journal., 1905-12-29
STATE NEWS SKETCHES
Items ofGeneral Interest Gathered
Fresh From the Columns of
the Daily Papers.

A new 81, 600 pipe organ mas
just been installed in St. Johns
Episcopal church at Fort Smith.
There is a movement on foot to
build an electric car line from
Hardy to Ash Flat and Franklin.
A little son of c. l.. Meyers,
while out hunting near Harrisburg
was accidentally shot in the foot.
While Mrs. J. NJ. Carlisle, an
aged lady at Pennington, was out
walking recently she slipped and
fell, breaking one of her legs in
two places.
James Helms, a brakeman, was
accidentally run over by an en-
CINE and killed near Wynne a few
days ago while attempting to make
a coupling.
NJ. c. O'Neal, a farmer and
trapper, living near Mayfower,
recently sold to Conway mer-
chant 256 raccoon and mink hides,
the consideration being $40.
The postoffice at Tillar was
burgla rized Thursday night but
the robbers secured only small
amount of stamps and few arti-
cles belonging to the postmaster.
Cal Shinn, farmer living near
London, Pope county, raised 2, 200
bushels of sweet potatoes on four
teen acres of land this season. He
has sold 500 bushels to one firm at
Russellyille.
A shipment of 10000 Elberta
peach trees was unloaded recently
at Stephens, and the Stephens
| News says that Embarrassing prom
ises to bring about an industrial
revolution in that county.
Mrs. l.. B. Chandler of Malvern
has in her possession the shoes
worn by her at her marriage in
Virginia in 1851 The shoes,
which are in a good state of pres
ervation, were bought FIVE years
prior to the marriage.
A flock of turkeys-1,69 in
number-was sold in SPRING
dale few days be f o r e
Christmas for g, 200. They had
been driven some fifty miles, and
only two or three were lost on the
trip, which took four days.
Twenty men were required to
drive them.
Arthur Farris of Jefferson
township, lizard county, met a
horrible death at his sawmill a
few days ago. He made misstep
and fell against big circular saw
while it was in motion, and his
body was cut in twain. Mr. Far
rs was a well-known and highly
esteemed citizen of lizard county.
Cobb Reed and his wife and
William Branton have been placr
ed in Jail at DanvilIe, having been
held to await the action of the.
grand jury on a charge of killing
the father of Mrs. Reed, farmer,
4. NJ. Brasher, Iwr Rover, about
twelve miles south of Danville.
Brasher was shot and instantly
killed in hisl field last Friday.
Reed and his wife and Branton
were arrested soon after the crime
was committed, and their examin-
ing trial held at Rover.
Homer 4eniker, son of Adam
Leniker, %ho lives seven miles
from R9tsellyille, is dead as the
result IF being shot. While out
hunting rabbits his gun was dis
0inanfed, the load cutting through
The Newark journal., 1905-12-29

cape, Charlie.
Samuel ClarI
fatally shot !
the Jackson
few miles
hiLe river.
The Newark journal., 1905-12-29
TWO CONyICTs SHOT
Negro Trusty Saves Life OF "hite
Guard on jackson County
Convict Farm.

In an attempt to overcome 3
white guard and make their es-
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-07-15
Contributed.
KING ARTHUR'S ROUND TABLE,

In the days of old, the magic OF a
circle in developing social influences
was generally understood. tkinder-
gartners can tell you why. Sitting
at a round table you are face to face
aud in touch with all, perhaps that
has something to do with the fact that
the many little teas and dinners
given by Mr. and Mrs Ledoux +.
Smith are always so delightful, On
Thursday evening fifteen of their
friends and neighbors enjoyed their
hospitality encirling the large and
beautiful round table trimmed with
American beauty roses and III the cen
ter a silver candelabra with wax
candles shedding a soft light. Upon
every ladies plate was pretty IAN.
lust the most acceptable gift for the
season and every gentlemen was fur
nished with cigar. which as it by
magic developed into very pretty
fan The bountiful supper served
with easy grace, reminded one OF old
Kentucky or Virginia in Ante Bellum
DAYS. As the guests were all friends
and neighbors the mirth aud wit and
spontanious fun was fine accompani p
ment to the delicious repast. After
supper the interesting game of Keys
was prepared giving every one al OPP
portunity to sharpen their wits. A
very merry hour was enjoyed, then a
game in geography consisting of
crossing the States of the Union
simply bv the shape. 1t is astonish-
ing how deceiving it is, when simply
white paper cut exactly the shape of
our old geography maps are present
ed am sure not any one present
had any idea there was SO much fun
in geography before. Mrs. q. O.
Weeks, Mr. will Weeks. Mrs Joe
Russell. Mr.. and Mrs. J. L. White.
Mr.. and Mrs. W. J. Burke, Mr.. and
Mrs Porteous Burke, Mr.. and Mrs.
r. A. Po,neroy, Mr.. and Mrs. Suber-
belle Mrs Walter Burke being
urged bv our hostess. gave a short
treat In her graceful sympathetic
piano music, her gift is rore one
that cannot be obscured Altogether
this was a charming evening, always
to be remembered. A GoESI.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-07-15


Mr.. Louis Laughlin has been in
the hospital at Detroit, Mich, but
is much better and will soon be at
Battle Greek Mr.. Laughlin had
/ been suffering from rheumatism.
Mr.. 4. likes of Hutton Plantation,
this Parish. was in town this week
aud gave us pleasant call. Al
| though he has in common with Others
suffered from too much rain vet he is
not discouraged and hopes the final
outcome will be good.
! Mr.. A Theriot Of Sarah Planta-
tion was in town not looking as though
the wet weather bothered him, He
reports good prospects of cane aud corn
OF his place.
Mr.. John ID. Valet, our energetic
Young planter and business man OF
| loreauville was in town Wednesday.
Crops of corn aud cotton are damaged
somewh in his locality, but cane Is
| fine
Last Monday at the palatial home
of Mrs. l.. Killing the Handkerchief
Club was entertained in most ele-
CANT manner. A number of euchre
games were played in enjoyable style,
| spirited aud animated in which all took
| LAT,
captured the first prize and Mrs H.
Montgomery was equally fortunate III
securing the second prize. Refresh
ments were served in refined and
dainty style Mrs. Killing was ably
and charmingly assisted by Miss Nina
Barnard of New Orleans.
| The members of the W A. +. =.
were Hospitality entertained last Wed
nesday by Mrs. ] p. Russell. one OF
the enthusiastic members of the Club,
she was assisted by Mrs. LeDoux Il.
Smith. A series of games were played
and prizes were awarded to the lucky
ones. Msss Bertha Cassie who won the
first prize; Mrs g. Clerc second. and
Miss Chamberlain the BOBBY. The
| following guests were present AND
took part in the games: Mrs. Chas.
Gilbert of Miss; Mrs. H. Montgomery
of Shreveport; and the Misses Cham
berlain. Cassie and Duval, of Baton
Rouge. Choice refreshments Were
served at the conclusion of the games.
Miss Ria Schwing will entertain the
Club next Wednesday.
A very enjoyable afternoon. was nc
corded the Bachelor Girls Club Oh
Thursday by Miss Rose Girard, at hel
Unsuitable home. As usual series o1
games were played, and prizes award
ed, first. Miss Carrie q. Neil, second
by Miss Irma Leblanc in a cut with
Misses Lille May and Lee Romero,
Miss Cassie, BOBBY. Choice and de
Iicipns refreshments were served al
the conclusion of the games. Guests
of club were Misses Souathe, Estorge,
Chamberlain, Granille, and Mrs Gas
sic The next meeting of the clut
will be at the home of Miss Irma Le
Blanc
At the home of Capt. John A
French last Thursday evening tool
place a birthday party in honor of his
daughter, Miss Ophelia, A large cir
Gle of her Young friends were present
and enjoyed themselves heartily
Games of different kinds were enjoyed
nv the guests, after which refresh
ments were served and enjoyed by al
present.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-07-15
PERSONALS.

MIR. &. Il. Suicides of Oasis Planta
tiun was in town this week
Gen. Dudley Avery was in town
Tuesday in attendance on the Police
Jury
Miss Bertha Cassie, of Baton Rouge
is visiting In New Iberia, the guest
of Miss Jessie Fisher.
Mr.. and Mrs Albert Estorge and
children made a flying trip to Alex
audria this week
Mr. Carlos Ransonet and Mr..
w Breaux Of Little Fausse pointe.
were in town ON business last We'd
nesday,
Mr. H. G. Boas, general manager
of the Seeura Sugar Co. was in town
Wednesday attending 10 some Court
bus@ess.
Mr.. Jos. steckler of steekler Seed
Co, New Orleans, spent few DAYS
in our section this week. visiting rel
atives.
Mrs G. c. Kramer il slowly re.
covering from the attach Of fever and
il able tn sit up awhile, the trained
nurse il still with her 10 promote
lconvalpscence.
Mr.. A M. stewart,a prosperous farm
err below town gaye Us an appreciated
call. Mr. Stewnrt has tue credit ol
producing 50 br~hels Of corn per acre,
as also the ralerns OF fine I.espidexs
Ihay.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-07-15
THERE ARE SOME SIMPLE
REMEDIES

indispensable in any family. Among
these, the experience of yesrs assures us,
should be recorded Painkiller. For both
internal and external applications we have
found it of great virtue especially can we
recommend it for colds rheumatism, or
fresh wounds and bruises. -Chriatian
Era. Avoid substitutes, there is but one
Painkiller, Perry Davis. Price 25c. and
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-07-15
IMPORTANT.

To whom it may concern
Take notice that three certain rromis
sorry notes, dated Oct. II. 1899, for The
sum of $1,000 each bearing interest At
per cent per annum till paid and payable
one, two and three years after date, ano
paraphed "ne varieturi by j. l.. Renou
Diet, Notary Public, and signed by Mrs
Belle o. Robertson. Said notes have been
paid and satisfied in full, and mislaid OF
lost. and the public is notified not to ne
gotiate for said notes
JOHN +. WHITE, Agent
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-07-15
TEACHERS EXAMINATION.

The next teachers examination will be
held at the Central High School building
in New Iberia on August 4th and 9Th. To
teach in this Parish, teacher must hold a
Parish certificate that has been recognized,
or A Normal School diploma.
J. G. ELLIS, Parish Supt.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-07-15
HE ARE ALL FAMILIAR

with the deep hoarse bark, grimly called
"a grave yard cough" It is the cry OF
the tortured lungs for mercy. Owe them
mercy in the form Of Aliens Lung Balsam,
remedy for pulmonary trouble, so highly
esteemed that it is recommended even in
the earlier stages of consumption. In the
later stages mortal skill is unavailing
Nobody can afford to neglect cold.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-07-15

Messrs Jessie B. Hull and Nevil
Henshaw both of New Iberia, have
Just put ON the market a beautiful
little song "A Southern Lullaby. y
Copies of this song will be placed on
sale at the Enterprise Book Store on
July 18th.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-07-15

"Can dogs find their way home from
a distancer' ia a question frequently
asked. It's according to the dog. II 1t
Is one you want to get rid Of he can
t,nd his way back from Africa. II 1t Is
a valuable one he Ia apt to get lost II
he goes round the corner.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-07-15

New Iberia Schools. -Prof. +. 8. Jen-
kins, Principal Miss Louise Taylor, Scr
intha McLaurin, Clara Faller, Julia Sealy,
Mabel LeBrun, Lula Rhodes.
Julia Street School. Misses Jessie Z.
Thorn. Principal; X. l.. Trichel, Francis
Crawford. Lilly Mates, Bessie Sanders.
Madison Street SCHOOLGIRLS. r. V.
Peale, Principal Miss Deborah Doan.
Live Oak School-Miss Lula Bridewell,
Katie Terrell
Jeaperette Sehool.-Prof. A. j. Dupuy,
Miss Irene PEBBLES. Hazel Bateman, Ida
J. Witherow.
Loreauville School.--Miss Lilly Brewer,
Eupice Tanner, Isabella Stewart.
Belle Place. Mrs. Kate Windy
BONN School. Miss Lydia Roger.
Dugas School. Prof. L. M. Fournef.
Prince School.-Prof. j. j. Fournet.
Steckler School Miss l.. b. Wells.
Corona. Lucy Wells.
Segura Refinery School. Mrs. G. L.
Montague.
Coteau.--prof. +. P. Rust.
Norris-Miss Sarah Walsh.
David. Miss Lizzie Rose.
jefferson. Miss Ida Widney.
Mnr;,hy--Miss Sophie billiard.
Patoutviile. Miss Cora Reggie.
puboin. Miss Florence Farmer.
Weeks Island. Prof. G. j. Jordan.
Sepura.--Mrs. j. A. Segura.
The Superintendent Is in communication
with teachers that have not been supplied
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-07-15
HomoIogation Notice.
SUCCESSION OF F. JULES gEBERT.

18th Judicial District Court, Parish Of iberia
State of Louisiana.
Whereas, = Clovis BerOueu p resident OF The
Parish of iberia. the duty qualified adminstrat"i
of the Succession Of r jules Hphert deceased
has He'd his final tsbleau aud account of his ad
ministraton together with his petition, prayiHs
that the same be homolOgdted and approved anC
that he he discharged from the trust.
Notice is therefore hereby given to all whom
may or doth concern to show cause if any they
have within ten DAYS from the first publication
hereof, why the prayer of petitioner should no
be granted.
Witdess the Hon. Jas Simon, Judge Of our sal,
said Court this 18th day of July, A. Il. 1905.
A. J MAuMUS, Deputy Clerk.
l. q Hacker Atfprupy
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-07-15

See This" Grunewald" pianos were
recently sold to Converts at New Iberia,
Grand Coteau and Jennings. Whysbeeause
they are good. Address, j. b. Hull, New
iberia
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-07-15
", G. WEEKS,

to this nirp magnificent specimen
of plumR, "A cluster containing II fine
largp ones. IN inch in diameter
They are Of some Japan variety and
are beautiful in color, good flavor and
without flaw of any kind. The tree
from which they were ta,en is about
sis wears old and ia well loaded with
fruit MIR. Arnandez is quite al en-
thuiaat in pomology aud thinks we
can with ordinary care produce a
variety of good fruit.
Have your rubber buggy tires
put ON at A. NJ Bernard $ Wagon
Works.
Wp understand the good people
at Cade and vicinity are moving for
the erection Of Catholic church at
that place. The interest of the Arch
bishop will he solicited. and it is be
lieved permission will be granted A
church at that Point will be of great
benefit and convenience to the people
of thai section, and if sufficient
number are interested there is no
doubt Of ultimate SUGGEST.
Poverty results from lmprovl-
dence. lnprovidence is paying
rent when a home can be bought
with that money. IBERIA BUILD
ING ASSOCIATION.
Mr. j. w. Eckart. President of
the Eckart ,Iewelry x Manufacturing
Company of this City, has left on his
annual tour East. to make the usual
additions to their stock OF novelties
which had become much depleted ow
ing TO increasing business. Mrs.
Eckart accompanied him. Mr.. Willie
Eckart is holding down the lid till
the return Of his senior.
Abita Springs Water by the
bottle on at the Fountain, Lee s
Drug Store.
The Ladies Aid Society of the
Methodist Church, will give one OF
their well known delightful Lawn
Fetes on Wednesday next at the beau
tiful home of Mrs John Gebert. East
End The reputation of these enjoy
able parties viii be sustained, and ouI
readers can be assured of good time.
Don forget the day, Wednesday July
10th. from . to O'Clock p. NJ
100000 to loan on mortgage
security WEEKS 4 WEEKS.
The Foulkes- Forbes 90, are pro
crossing during the good weather this
week and are now putting on the
finishing touches Oh their contract on
Main street sidewalks The contract
having expanded to larger proportions
than at first expected, an additional
bond has been exacted by the City
Fathers from the contractors.
Have your buggy tires put on oil
repaired at A. M Demands Wagon
Works.
At this writing We have hat
four davs of beautiful. bright. DIR,
weather, more clear and radiant per
haps it seems because of the Ions
period of clouds and rain.
FOR RENT.-a Room Cottage II
good condition. Apply SOS II. Main 81
The rain last Sunday was an un
precedented one, 3a4 inches OF rail-
having fallen in ~ hours.
HeiD Uantcd. "A good steady ex
perenced young man to act as clerk IL
country store Address, business, ear
Enterprise Office.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-07-15

State of Louisiana Parish Of Iberia. 9th .Indi
cial District Courtr
Notice is hereby given that by virtue of an or
der of seizure and sale issued of the above emit
tied matter, / George Henderson Sheriff, through
w l.. Dupuy Deputy Sheriff have seized aud
will offer for sale and will sell to the last and
highest bidder FOR CASH, at the Court House
in the City of New iberia, State of Louisiana, be
tween legal sale hours,
ON SATURDAY AUGUST 9th 1905
the following described property to-wit'
Four mules and one corn crib on land of Felix
Vincent and one small corn crib on land of Mrs
Jules Vincent, belonging to Homer Olivier, also
Three mules and one small corn crib belonging
to ]. b. Olivier.
To pay and satisfy the sum of One hundred and
thirty three and 7s 100 Dollars, with interest
at per cent per annitm from January 18th
1895 until paid and Is per cent attys. fees or
said sum and all cost of suit to he taxed.
Given officially this 18th day of July, A. d
1905, -- -- -
GEO HENDERSON, Sheriff
per w l.. DUPUY, by. Sheriff
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-07-15
TINE TABLE SOUTHERN PACIFIC
LOCAL n iIW -.

1t becomes our painful duty to
chronicles the death OF that most rs-
teemed citizen Capt John &. Berry
who died last "Wednesday morning on
board the steamboat Baggasge. while
EN- route to Morgan City. lie was up
TO within few hours at his post OF
duty in his engine room, where he
was found. Capt Berry was born in
is4S and had been stcamhOatnan
since his 10th year and was identified
with all the lines running IN the
waters of this section. Upright and
faithful in high degree. he was IN
-iversaily loved and respected by d
large circle of friends He leaves II
wife and six children, -four girls ana
two boys, Mrs. Frank Patn, aud Mrs
]. Lamperez being daughters. The
remains were consigned to Mother
Earth by the knights OF Honor, IN
which institution he was an honored
member, large body OF which turned
ont as mark of respect TO thelr
worthy brother The funeral services
at the Catholic Church was largely
attended bv the snrrnwing friends
and relatives, who thus attested then
respect for the virtues of the deems
ed. TO the grief stricken ones the
Enterprise offers its sincere sympathy
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-07-15
Doctor Carstens
OFFICE OVER
ESTORGE DRtE STORE.
Hours 90 to 1900 300 90 6 90
Residence G15 Center Avenue,
ROTH PHONES,
TAKEN UP

By the undersigned, dun mare 10
hands high. branded about thus P1
The above described animal has been Oh
my place about two years. owner ct
same can redeem pro- erty bN proving
ownership and paying all costs of keeping
and advertising, otherwise same will be
sold according to law on Saturday, July
18th, 1905 ARTHUR LEBLANC.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-07-15
SH ERIFF SALE.
.UGuST ERATH, MRS. OATH ERNIE ERATH
SUBROGEE,
J. B. AND HOMER OLIVIER.

y
State of Louisiana. Parish Of Ibera 18th .lndi
rial District Courtr
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1905-07-15

for landlords houses. onr Dor
rowers get the HOMES their rent
paws for liberia BUILDING
ASSOCIATION.
The Washington times., 1905-05-03
SOUTHERN RAILWAY.

s;s5 A, M-LocaI for Harrisonburg, Warren
ton. DanytlIe, and way staticns.
1851 A. Ii. DAILY-Washington and FlorEca
Limited. FiFst-elass coaches and sleeper %
Columbia, Savannah, and Jacksonville. DIN.
ing Car Service.
HIS a n DAILY-United States Fast Mall
Eirst-cIass coaches and drawing room
sleeper to New Orleans. Dining car service
s:UI 4 n WEEK DAYS-Loeal for Harrt-
aonburg and way stations on Manassas
Branch.
ass r HI DAILY-Locai Tor warrenton and
Charlottesville.
1:so p h DAILY-New York and Atlanta
Express. First-ciass Coach to Atlanta
Sleeper 10 Columbus, Ca via Atlanta
week days Sleeper to Pinehurst, H. c.
Sunset Route Tourist Sleeper Washington to
San Francisco Mondays. Wednesdays and
Fridays.
ESQ p Knew York and Florida Express.
Through Coaches and sleepers to coium bIa.
Savannah, and Jacksonville. Sleeper to
Augusta and Port Tampa Dkaing Car
Service Ia Carte
600 F M DAILY-New York and Memphis
Limited tvia Lynehburg). First-elass coacf,
and sleeping car to Roanoke, Knoxville.
Chattanooga, and Memphis; sleeper to New
Orleans. Dining Car Service.
aD:45 P III OAILY-WashinSton and South
western Limited. All Pullman train Club
and Observation Cars TO Atlanta. and Ma.
con: Sleepers TO Nashville Atlanta, Macon.
Memphis, New Orleans. Dining Car Servics.
II. b. SPENCER, General Manager
Apr.I7, s. H. HARDWICK, Pass. TraY Mgr
1906 ". H. TAYLOE, Gen. Pass Agent
L. s. BROWN. General Agent
The Washington times., 1905-05-03
CHESAPEAKE AND OHIO RY.

Trains leave Pennsylvania Stati6a Daily
$50 p. eM.-cHIcAGo AND ST. LOUIS sPE-
CIALs Solid yesttbuie. electric lighted,
dining car train 10 Cincinnati, with Pull
Sieepers TO Louisville. Cincinnati In.
dianapolis. Chicago and St Louis. Through
FarloF Car for Virginia Hot Springs week
days. Dining Car from Washington.
u:io P. M-F. F. V. LIMITED Solid yes
tfbuIe. electric lighted, Dining Car train
to Cincinnati, with Pullman Sleepers "a
Cincinnati. Lexington and Louisville. Com
partment Sleeper TO Virginia Hot Springs
daily except Sunday. Sleepers Cincinnati
10 Chicago and ST. Louis. Dining Car.
Reservation and tickets st sI3 PennsyIvania
avenue; 500 Fourteenth street. near F. and
at the station. Telephone 1910 for Pennsyl.
Vania Cab Service. il. W FULLER
Telephone Main 1886 Gen'l Passenger Agt