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The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14
Fourth of July at Selma.

Early Wednesday morning, men,
women and children began gathering
at Selma from all directions, In re-
spOnse to an invitation from the w.
q. w. and RedmerUf that place. to
enjoy the barbecue. speaking. dance,
etc, given by these orders In honor
Of the Declaration of Indepence. and
by O'Clock several hundred people
had gathered.
The first thing on the program was
ball game between the Rochelle ana
Selma teams, which began promptly
at $50 O'Clock and was well played
by both teams, resulting In victory
for Selma.
After the ball game the assembly
repaired to the school house and en-
loved themselves talking socially,
eating ice cream, drinking cold drinks,
and participating In amusements un-
til 1l:25 O'Clock, when speaking was
announced and Rev. Blocker, of Winn-
field. was introduced, who spoke Tor
As minutes on Independence Day. "
His talk was eloQuently delivered
and appreciated by all. as was EVIL
denced by the attentiveness OF every
one present.
Speaking being over the committee
began arranging for dinner. and by
1:l5 had q table $50 feet long filled
with well barbecued beef, mutton,
kid and chicken. At this time dinner
was announced and the large crowd
marched to the table every one help
ing themselves and dropping back to
/ give room for others. Dinner lasted
for one hour, during which time the
committees were kept busy carving
meats and replenishing the table will
eatables.
When all had satisfied their hunger
they proceeded to the cold drink stands
to quench their thirst. This being
done the Shreveport string band be
gan playing. and soon number o
young couples were enjoying them
selves In an open air dance. Thu
continued until y. m. when recess
was taken for supper. after which
some $50 young people reasseinbiet
and continued dancing until mid
night.
The w. q. w. and Redmen. of Sci
ma, are to he congratulated on tn
manner in which they entertaine'
the large crowd. and these order
Occupied with the remembrance U
July 4th, 1906. at Selma, will Away
have u warm spot in the hearts q
all whose good fortune 1t was to b
present on this occasion.
The best of order prevailed during
the day, every body seeming to hav
at heart the idea of making other
!, enjoy themselves.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14
Whose Horses?
Editor Collar Chronicle;

Some one owning a white and dun horse has
very thoughtiessly taken the habit OF turning
these horses loose Mt night to Craze on the grass
plots and streets of Colfax, with cowbells strap
ped around their necks. quite unmindful OF the
fact dozens of weary slumberers are greatly an
noyed by being awakened, and kept Tor hours
sleep. while the monotonous, unending clang-
ing goes on at a stones throw from their bed.
ON window. To a nervous temperament ,hie
is very annoying especially when one has lost
several nights rest in succession from the same
cause. We believe that this is . case where the
town marshal should be empowered to promptly
abate the nuisance by impounding the snimaia
40 thoughtlessly equipped and turned loose "a
keep whole canton awake. A hEADeh.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Try little Kodol for Dyspepsia after
Your meals. See the effect it will pro-
duce on your general feeling by digesting
your food and helpin. your stomach to
get itself into shape. Many stomachs
are overworked to the point where they
refuse to go further. Kodol digests your
food and gives your stomach the rest it
needs, while its reconstructlve proper
ties get the stomach back into working
order. Kodol relieves fatulence, sour
stomach, palpitation of the heart, belch-
ing, etc. Sold by II. B. Fsraldo.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14
on,v 81 Years Old.

II am only 81 years old and don't tx-
pest even when / get to be real old to
feel that way as long as l can get Elec-
trio Bitters," says Mrs. E. H. Brunson, OF
Dublin, Ga. Surely there's nothing else
keeps the old as young and makes the
weak as strong as the great tonic med
lcine. Dyspepsia, torpid liver, infiamed
kidneys or chronic constipation are IN
known after taking Electric Bitters a
long time. Guaranteed by Crescent
Drug Store. Prlce Soc.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Rev. N. Z. Jpiner, of Alexandria, came mp
began the revival services for Bro. Parker at the
Colfax N. +. church last week. Bro. Joiner Is
an earnest. jealous und consecrated preacher.
and his great ability and eloquence shines forth
as he breaches the simple story of the cross. in
s. udiously plain bnt exceedingly forcefnl
style. There is a deep spirit of feryor prevail
ing, and everybody should attend in order to
cato, its inspiration.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

The j. W. Duncan Co. have just got
in a handsome large refrigerator, In
which they propose to keep on Ice,
butter, cheese, eggs, sausage, ana
other articles, so they will be fresh
and sweet all the time.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14
Nard Lot

of troubles to ntend with, spring from
a torpid liver and blockaded bowels. un.
less you awaken them to their proper
action with DR.. Kings New Life Pills
the pleasantest and most effective cure
for constipation. They prevent append.
citis and tone up the system. 70 cents al
Crescent Crug Store.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

The kidneys are small but impor-
tant organs. They need help Occa-
sionly. Prickly Ash Bitters is sue
cessful kidney tonic and system reg
ulator. Sold by Valley Drug Store,
special agents.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

In order to prepare for receiving
their large fall stock of goods. the j.
W. Duncan Co. have applied the
knife to prices on their fine line OF
lawns and are now offering the pref
test patterns at a great reduction.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

For bargains in ladies' and gentle
mems furnishings call on j. II. Nc
Nicely.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

On last Sunday party consisting of Misses
Mary and Clara Wells, Louise Faralto. Nena
and Amber Lewis and Alice and Dora Cockfield,
accompanied BY Messrs. Q; c; Hyde. James Cor.
~, W. f. Faraldo and W. +. Guynes. went to
1loutierville to attend confirmation services at
the Catholic church. A class of sixty persons
took their first communion. the Bishop OF Nat
ehitoches being present and Ofiiclatlng.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

1t is always well to have box OF salve
in the house. Sunburn, cuts. bruises,
piles and boiles yield to DeWitt's Witch
Hazel Salve. Should keep a box on
hand at all times to provide for emergen'
cies. For years the standard, but follow.
ed by many imitators. Be sure you get
the genuine DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve
Sold by H. b. Faraldo>
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14
j. n. WARNER,
Committee y. ! y. d BSTrs'
Iwentx Year Battle.

Il was loser in twenty year battle
with chronic pilse and malignant sores
until tried Buoklen's Arnica Salve
which turned the tide, by curing both
till not trace remains" writes A. n
Bruce, of Farmville. Va. Best for ole
ulcers, cuts, burns, and wounds. 2oc a
Crescent Drug Store.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

The readers of the Colfax Chronicle will note
that all whisky advertisements were cut out Of
this paper with the last issue for the month OF
June. This is done in Difference TO the prohibi-
bition sentiment OF the people OF Grant parish
and is in accordance with the voluntary promise
we made at the close of the campaign, February
oath, to discontinue all Is soon as contracts
az mira.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

j. w. Duncan Co. have just got in
a supply OF ladies and gents furnish
ings, and notions to fill up their
stock, which was run down by their
big trade of the early summer.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

indigestion is the direct cause OF
diseases that kill thousands OF per-
sons annually. Stop the trouble at
the outset with little Prickly Ash
Bitters; it strengthens the stomach
and aids digestion. Sold by valley
Drug Store, special agents.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

The best line of ladies' and gentle
mems furnishings can be found at Nc
Neely's. Call and getsome of the fine
bargains now being offered.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Butter, cheese. sausage. etc, on Ice
kept fresh and fine in the big refriger
atOr at j. w. Duncan Co.'S.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14
GRAVEYARD Notice.

Villas. La. July 10, 1900.
Editor Collar Chronicle:
You will please give notice in your paper thai
there will Be a graveyard working at summer
field on FRIDAY before the fourth Sunday in THU
month"; July 10th, and everybody interested II
the graveyard are invited.
YOurp as ever, j. Il. 641IH.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14
Bowel Complaint In Children.

During the summer months children
are subject to disorders of the bowels
which should receive careful attention
as soon as the unnatural looseness OF the
bowels appear. The best medicine in use
for bowel complaint is Chamberlain's
Collie. Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as
it promptly controls the unnotural loose
ness of the bowels. For sale by Valley
Drug Store.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14
Quarterly Report of the Parish
Superintendent.

COlfax. La, July Z. 1906.
To the School Directors of the Parish
OfGrant::
Gentlemen:-In Offering you this.
my report. for the quarter ending
June 80. 1906. wish to say that, dur
ing this quarter we have had 81 white
schools I'm operation and one colOred
school. Two OF these schools, COlfax
and Lincecum, have had months
session, and IA have had an months
session. while the Others just closed
for this season have had five and sew
en- months session.
The schools now In operation have
been suspended to give the teachers
an opportunity to attend the sum-
mer Normals, and the school in Baton
Rouge for high school principals and
those desiring to lie, after which time
the schools will reopen.
Seven white and eight cOlored
schools will be opened on July 10th.
to run for the summer, and these fif-
teen I'm addition to the ten suspended
for the time mentioned, will make
twenty-five schools in operation for
the summer months.
am proud to say that in every
community there Is II personal inter-
est manifested by the people IN the
cause of education In the way Of in
creasing the school revenues and bet
ter patronizing the schools than
heretofore.
1t is true the attendance has fallen
OIL come since the first of May. due to
farm work, hut am expecting n full
attendance when they open July 18th.
1t is gratifying to know that most
| of our teachers are attending the
summer normals. improving them
selves professionally. and we hope to
see a reaction on the children of the
parish by the efforts put forth by the
teachers.
Being appointed by you at your
last meeting to represent this body
on a committee to appraise the col
lege property belonging to- the Verda
College Co, Ltd, and to fix the terms
of payment of said property In the
event there should be any deal made
with the said company, i wish to Of
fer the following as the report OF the
committee, namely:
We your committee appointed tC
appraise the property Of Verda Col
lege Co., Ltd, and to fix the terms o.
payment thereof, recommend that
eighteen hundred dollars ($1S00) bt
paid for said property, on the follow
ling terms: One thousand dollar
($l ,OOO) to he paid on or by July 10
1906, and the remainder, eight hun
tdred dollars ($SOO) to be paid ON OF
by April 10, 1907.
Respectfully submitted.
!. II. N. WARNER,
Committee W. NJ. BOWEN,
ID. H. GATLIN.
Any favors that may he shown thu
people of Oak Grove In their onortl
; to build a school house Will be great
; ly appreciated by the entire cOmmuni
ty and will greatly assist the educa
tional interest Of that place.
Thanking you and the people o
the parish for the assistance render
, ed me In my efforts to better the ed
ucational interest of the parish, an
N
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

The j. w. Duncan Co. are agents
for the celebrated Tiger hats.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Ksnnedy's Laxative Honey and Tar is
the original laxative cough syrup and
combines the qualities necessary to re-
lieve the cough and purge the system OF
cold. Contains no opistes. Sold by II.
B, Faraldo.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Does evil still, your whole life fill?
Does woe betide?
Your thoughts abide on suicide?
You need pill!
Now for prose and facts-DeWitts
Little Early Risers are the most pleasant
and reliable pills known today. They
never grippe. Sold by H. B. Faraldo.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Clerk O'Quinn this week got in another lot OF
new fixtures for his Office. He 10 mp to snuff when
It comes to systematiz things and providing
conveniences for the public and no court houss
in the state can boast OF better order or mors
conyeuiences than his ONCE has.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Cleanse the liver and bowels, and
regulate the system by using Prickiy
Ash Bitters. 1t creates and sustains
energy. Sold by Valley Drug Store,
special agents.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Mr.. Ridley Knobloch and family are among
the newcomers in town. Mr.. KnoblOch recently
purchased the Thib0daux property. corner Pres
ident and Cider street,, He has ACCEPTED the
position of bookkeeper with the l,obdell WhOle-
sale Cocoon mercial Journal. Thibodaux, La,
Iul~ ~
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Mrs. G. H. Mcknight had an attack Of convul-
sious Thursday afternoon and was in a danger
ous condition. Mr.. Mcknight was away from
home, but was telegraphed for and arrived yes
terday morning. Az we 60 to press we learn
Mra Mex. is resting easily. and doing about -
well ne could be expected.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14
Torpid Liver and Indigestion.

any wife and / both used Browns
Iron Bitters for torpid liver and indigss-
ton, and have derived great benefit from
it's use. We are convinced that 1t is the
best tonic in existence" VIM. Abbott.
Bayloe, Ala. Sold by Valley Drug Store.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

A pretty and durable line OF Stet.
son hats in all sizes and shapes just
received by j. w. Duncan Co.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Headquarters for all kinds OF feed
stuff. j. w. Duncan Co., Ltd.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Mrs. Lsnors Lane, of Texas, Mrs vallery
Mayeux, and Miss Ellen Hanks. OF Alexandria.
arrived last Sunday evening, on visit to Mr..
and Mrs. j. l.. Morintine. Mrs. Lane left for
home Wednesday. while the Others are re-
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

The J. W. Duncan Co. Is having Contractor
Duckworth build them wareroom, l1xs4 feet, on
the west side Of their big store. This concern
continues to prosper and grow. and Ia providing
ample facilities to handle its increasng busnesg.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Arc you lone horse man? IL SOD. W. Dun
can Co. has the wagon for you.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Owing to the unusual crowd Of ofncial matters
in hand this week, the Chronicle is forced to re-
sort to the smallest type 1t has, in order to get
evtryth ng In the columns of this issue.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Big Pine is arranging to build a big car and
repair shop between the planer and the Valley
railroad. and Messrs. John Deyine and 5. T.
Richardson have the job of building 1t.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

We were pleased to receive call on Wednesday
from Mr.. I. N. Berger. of Alexandria. Suprems
Deputy Benevolent nights Of America. who wal
In Coliax looking after the interests Of that or
der, which has fourishing lodge at this place.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

The nourishing condition of the Bank Of Colfax
was shown by Its statement published In the
Chronicle Inst week. Its total resources are
shown to BE- S17r s75 81. while its deposits amount
to the handsome sum of sol ,056.S7.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

A Socialist sends us a communication this
week. and we will give it consideration some
other time when not SO much pressed for time
and space.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

The Valley Drug store has a registered phar
macist who will carefully compound prescriptions
for all regularly qualified physicians. 7-14-St
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

DIR. E. B. Gray went to Jeauerette last Sunday
night in response to q telegram informing him
Of the dangerous illness OF his father. ne re-
greatly recovered.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Mrs. Mary McKinnon tnee Lacour) arrived last
Sunday night, on visit to Mrs. @. III. Teal and
other relatives.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Call at J. W. Duncan Co.'S, and sex
the big fine refrigerator.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Mrs. c. ID. LoCrox returned last Sunday frou
a visit OF several days to Lecompte.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Miss May Mccain. of Montgomery. came down
last Monday night, and is here on visit TO her
sister Mrs. Olin WILCOX.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Mrs LEILA Long came home Tuesday nigi
from a visit to Coushatta and Provencal-
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Rev. j. A. Parker preached at the church in
West Alexandria last Sunday, at noon and at
night, while Rev. J. W. Booth, the preacher of
that church filed the pulpit in the Colfax n. 4.
~k.~
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

g. w. and j. w. Atwell and Joe Jordan, charg
cd with the killing of j. w. Caps, have beef
arrested and placed in the Colfax Jail.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Are you riding on the water wagon?" II no
buy n Southern Mandt wagon of the j. w. Dun
ca1 (a
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14
SATURDAY, JULY IA, 1906.
LOCAL DOTS:

Southern Mandt wagons-the best by test-st
], w. Duncan Co.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Mrs c. H. Teal and Mrs. T. NJ. Wells went t.
Raven Camp last Monday on visit TO Mr.. ant
Mrs. f. 4. Layseard
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Miss Edna williams, of Natchitoehes, arrived
hast Sunday night. and has been the guest OF heI
sister, Mrs T. H. McNeey this week
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

Mr.. Archie Willett. salesman at the Big Pm
eommissary, has resigned his position. and OF
last Monday left for Fulton, Ark
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

A car load of Southern Mandt wagons just IN
loaded by J. W. Duncan 60. All sizes from
ene-horse to q four-mule wagon.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14

For Tiger hats go to Duncan Cos.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1906-07-14
BUSINESS LOCALS.

Stetson hats at Duncan Co.'S.
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velt's recommendations. a congressional
commission was appointed to investigate
the subject, its voluminous report being
a congressional document. The bill pre-
scented by this commission to carry into
effect Its recommendations passed the
United States Senate on February IA, and
now rests with the mer chant marine and
fisheries commission of the House of Rep
resentatives.
Public documents, speeches made in the
Senate and House, a photograph issued
by the librarian of Congress, the latter
cataloguing the publications extant bear
ing upon this subject, may be obtained
through senators and representatives In
Congress, and the Merchant Marine league
will send its documents to all who apply
for them.
The Merchant Marine league of the
United States is a thoroughly responsible
organization, its president, Harvey ID.
Goulder being a leading member of the
bar of this country, and president Of the
national rivers and harbors congress. Its
treasurer, Col ]. ]. Sullivan, is president
of the Central National bank, also presi-
dent of the Superior Savings and Trust
company of Cleveland, and president of d
national bank at Canton, Ohio. For the
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-23

attending, with the league. in order to
have their essays considered. The names
of the judges will be shortly announced,
at which time the prize money will be on
deposit in the Central National bank of
Cleveland, subject to the order of the
judges who will award the prizes. Essays
must not exceed $500 words; they must
be typewritten, on one side of the TNlper
only. The authors name must not be
signed to his essay-only his nom de
plume-which latter with his full name
and address, must accompany the essay
In a separate sealed envelope No limi-
taton is set upon the method or plan
that may be advocated; it may be along
the line of protection or free trade. The
contests will close about November Is,
and the prizes will be awarded about De-
cember 10, 1906
The up-building of our shipping in the
foreign trade has been a subject of ma
tlonal prominence for many years. 1t has
engaged the attention of Presidents of the
United States, Congress, public men, pub
lie bodies, and of the press but remains
unsettled while our shipping in the for
eign trade today is less than it was in
1S10-but one-third what 1t was in 1861.
Two years ago, upon President Roose-
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-23

Advance Fall showing
smartly tailored clothes for
men-clothes for the man
who cares-the products of
the best makers.