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The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04
For Sale. %.

CABIN HoUsEBoAT, { DE-. over all Cabin
~ 9x28. Depth of hold :s3feet Draws about
ten inches unloaded. Built Of frst-class ma
terial and is practically new. Will be sold at a
bargain. Apply to PEOPLES LUMBER YARD,
DonaldsonvilIe La.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

John w. Tucker, the capable manager
of the Miles Company's New Hope planta
ton in upper Ascension, is the newest adj
dition to the list of automobile owners of
this parish, having Just purchased hand
some new Ford tourifasss ~ Fucker S
machine was delivered to him last We'd
nesday and he is fast becoming adept in
its operation and management
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

An Rlarm of fire was turned in from
box fshortly before 9 o'clock yesterday
morning for a small blaze on the roof of
the kitchen of R. N. Sims residence in
Chetimaches street. The flames were
caused by a spark from the kitchen fue,
and were extinguished by Mr.. Sims and
his son, Vernon, before gaining any
Roadway. The fire department responded
to the alarm with its usual degree of
promptitude, but fortunately its services
were not needed.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04
Eor Rent.

TWO ST0RY brick building corner of Missis-
N sippl and st. Patrick streets, formerly oc-
cuplsd by x-Ray Pharmacy. Reasonable terms.
Long lease if desired. Apply to or address, G. Nj.
BAYHI Donaldsonyille, La.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

Miss Evela Poirrier, the talented young
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Camille Poirrier,
is at home again after successful ses-
sion OF teaching at the Gonzales high
school
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

Fred. Royce, the progressive proprietor
of the Nichols Hotel, has rented from E
Langbecker the two-story building adjoin-
ing the hotel formerly occupied by the
Donaldsonville Chief. 1t is Mr. Rogge's
intention to convert the lower floor of this
building into sample rooms for the use of
commercial travellers. The second floor
he has been using for some time past as
an annex to his popular hostelry. He ex-
poets to transform his present sample
room into ladies parlor, with probably
several bed rooms in the rear.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

The engagement of H. P Hernandez, of
Assumption parish, to Miss Inez Meynier,
of New Orleans, is announced. the we'd
ding to take place in July. MFR. Herman
deg is popular young man of Napoleon
vile, where is employed in the Napoleon
Cypress Company's store.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04
For Sale.

GTANDARD UPRIGHT MATHUsEK PIANO
y in first-class condition. Cost 500 new: will
take $3.50 Apply to or address THE CHIEF
Donaldsopville, La.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04
For Sale.

CONTENTS of Sans Cafe in the Gondran
~ Theatre building, consisting of cash regis
ter, safe, tables, chairs, glasses, etc. Apply TO
g. A. GONDRAN, Dona1dsonviIle La.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

The Palace Saloon at the corner of Rail
road avenue and Mississippi street, con-
Quoted by Nick Marie. was seized Thurs
day afternoon by Sheriff E. C. Hanson
pursuant to writ of provisional seizure
obtained by the Leon Godchaux Company
owners of the building, to satisfy a claim
OF $500 for unpaid rent notes, together
with legal interest thereon and costs.
Sheriff Hanson has appointed George
Maher keeper of the property pending its
sale under executory process.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04
Sheriff's Sale.
State Of Louisiana Parish OF Ascension Twents
Seventh Judicial District Court.
Picard & Geismar, Limited
VS.. No. 1919
Isom r Tharft3y.

Seventh Judicial District Court.
Picard & Geismar Limited
VS.. No, 1919
Isom B. Thority.
by VIRTUE of and in obedience 10 a writ Of
~ hefi facias issued By the above named
court IN the above entitled and numbered
suit, and to me directed. 7 have seized and taken
into my possession. and will offer for sale at
pubic auction, to the last and highest bidder
according to law, at the principal front door of
the courthouse of the parish of Ascension, in
the town of ponaidsonviile on
SATURDAY, JUNE 4, 1910,
at Il o'clock a. M, the following described prop
erty. to-wit:
The west half of the southeast quarter. the
northeast quarter Of the southwest quarter.
and the lot numbered FIVE of section one in
township ten, south range two east, south
eastern district east of river. of St. Helena
meridian IN Louisiana. containing one hun
dred and ffty.one acres; together with all The
buildings and Improvements thereon and there
unto belonging.
Terms -Cashin United states currency.
Il. G. HANSON,
Sheriff. Parish of Ascension.
DonaldsonvIile, La, April so, 1910
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04
For Rent.

Fa4HE COTTAGE now occupied by Mrs. Amelia
Landry in IberviIle street. Possession
given on the 18th inst. Apply to C. KLINE,
DonaldsonviIle, La.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04
For Sale.

RON SAFE, in frst-class condition. Will be
a sold at bargain, if taken quick. Apply to
or address EDMOND RICHARD Donaldson
vile. La.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

Louis Boston went to New Orleans Sun
DAY afternoon on business, returning
Monday evening.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

The Sahlin Perfect Form and Corset
Combined, which is sold in this city by j.
A. Dalferes, presents the following I'M
usual features: No clasps, no hooks, no
eyelets, no strings, and no heavy steels.
The best-dressed women of this section
have set their seal of approval upon this
famous fgure-builder, which is indeed a
boon to the woman of slender figure.
Don't fail to visit Dalferes' corset depart
ment during their special showing of this
remarkable garment Price, $3.50.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

Miss Willie Garrett has returned from
m extended stay in West Feliciana
Bggisb.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

Mi. and Mrs. J. F. Saxon and little son,
john Furness. Of Burnside, were here last
Sunday forenoon.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

: assistant Local Inspectors Mcbride and
S s,9,iso9l Of New Orleans. visited Donald
s aaa y tuesday to inspect the steamer
sip d. o Ia finding her in satisfactory con
e''lea throughout.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

n. II. Smith, of Gonzales, was a bust
ness visitor to DonaIdsonville last Tues
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

Thos. Blouin and little Mildred Werner
went to New Orleans Thursday morning
to meet MIR. and Mrs. Fred Werner, ST.,
upon their return from Cuba. where Mr..
Werner has been engaged for the past
several months in taking off the crop of
the extensive Cape Cruz Central plantation.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

Among the Donaldsonville fremen who
went to Lafayette last Sunday to partici-
pate in the parade and celebration
held in that city in connection with
the annual convention of the state fire.
mems association were Whitney Com
stock. JOS. Schaff, Sidney Leblanc, P. E.
Dalferes, and a large delegation from
Protective Hose Company No. 4.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

Mrs. George Turner and little son, of
Kew Orleans, are here on visit to Mrs. L,
IL Turner.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

6ysses Esneault went to New Orleans
Ind Sunday, returning the following day.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04
For Sale.

I TWo-BURNER ALCOHOL STOVE. in first
class order; with fun directions for s.. APP
ply to sos St. Patrick street,
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

Mrs NJ Goldstein had as her guests on
Wednesday Mrs. L. kessler and Miss
Shgartz, Of Assumption.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

e0ttlieb Wild and Felix Aeosta went to
Baton Rouge Thursday on business, re-
aillg yesterday
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

Camille Poirrier left this week for Kent
Vood, where he win spend a fortnight as
tie guest of relatives.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

1lst Monday was not blue Monday
|; $ a.iliile osehwaId, as he spent the day
: paaaidsonville, where business activity
sssps every one flush and fne.-La-
ioarehe Comet
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

sa6 doses e6G6" will cure any case of
lslls and Fever Price Csc.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

A. ]. Schroeder returned Wednesday
forenoon from New Orleans, where he
spent several days on businss.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

Miss May Babin, the attractive daugh-
iefof John Babin, is spending some time
il New Orleans with relatives.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04
BUDGET

Parish of Ascension for Fiscal Year
Io10-11.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

HI. We'll, Chairman;
j. G. KLOS,
0REAL GONZALES.
Finance Committee.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04
ENJOYABLE Bo-Pean Party.

I On Friday night of last week very
unique Bo-Peep party vas rendered the
senior class of the DonalasonyilIe high
school by the Juniors A crowd of young
folk gathered at the. high school and
participated in delightful and interesting
games, chief among which was the find
ing of Bo-Peeps lost sheep By the star
boy of the senior class. Jafray Vega,
who triumphantly dragged the resisting
sheep into the open.
After having played several games, for
which prizes we're awarded to Miss LouIa
Poirrier and Jaffray Vega and Will
Bluuenthal the crowd was warned by
the beginning of a beautiful march on the
piano that they were wanted on the
third floor of the building. By the ex-
cellent planning of the juniors, they
quickly filed up By couples. At the top
Of the stairs they were greeted by the
sight of a saowy table, prettily decorated
with the class coI0rs, red and gold, and
loaded with alImanner of good things to eat.
During the repast, the seniors were
presented with bouquets and few APP
propriate remarks were made by Miss
Mia Sims, speaking for the junior class.
Original toasts of the juniors were heart
lily responded to by the seniors, after
which Supt, J. l. Rusca and Prof A. L.
Pearce delivered characteristic and fitting
little talks. Soon after midnight the
crowd reluctantly broke up. each declar-
ing that most enjoyable evening had
been spent.
Death of MicE1cIe d'Esposito
Michele d'Esposito, an old and highly
esteemed citizen of this community, died
at his home in ChurchviIle on Wednesday,
June 1, at SIS o'clock p. m, aged sixty
two years, seven months and five days.
MIR. opposite was native of Piano di
SCREENS, Italy, but had resided in this
country since youth and had made his
home in Donaldsonville for upwards of
forty years. He was a carpenter and
awning maker by trade, and was an up
right, conscientious and Woodworking
man and progressive and public
spirited citizen. His remains were laid
to rest in the Catholic cemetery at
O'Clock p. IN. Thursday, after impressive
services at the Catholic church. Pro-
tective Hose Company No, A. of which
organization deceased was staunch and
jealous member. attended the funeral in
full uniform, and the other companies
comprising the department were also
represented by uniformed delegations.
Mr.. opposite is survived by hi wife and
three children, two daughters and one
son, to whom is extended the profound
sympathy of wide circle of friends and
acquaintance.
Lucien Casso, the oyster king, is the
place to go when you wish to enjoy fat
and salty Bayou Cook oysters. raw and
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

H. Vernon Sims, the talented young son
of Mr.. and Mrs. R. N Sims. returned
Thursday from Baton Rouge. where he has
been attending the Louisiana State Uni
versity. Mr.. Sims is a member of the
Uniyersity's Junior class, and. barring
slip-ups or unforeseen contingencies, will
graduate next session.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

Mayor Charles Maurin made business
1dp ID New Orleans yesterday.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

MIR. and Mrs. P. N. Beau, of St. Gabriel,
announce the approaching marriage of
their daughter, Jeanne Marie, to Jos.
William Rouse, of Plaquemine, the cere-
mony to be solemnized at the St. Gabriel
Catholic church on Wednesday, June IS. at
$50 o'clock in the morning. The bride
elect is pretty and popular young lady.
and the groom-to-be is the efficient book
keeper of Nadler's Foundry and Machine
Shop. The Chief joins the many friends
of the prospective pair in rendering them
advance congratulations and good wishes
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

Notice has been issued to the members
of the Donaldsonville Prossse Union
that the annual meeting of that organiza-
ton will be held at the courthouse on
Monday, June 6, at o'clock p. m. In ad-
dition to the discussion of various mat
tiers of interest, officers will be elected for
the ensuing year and other business of
will be transacted. A large
attendance is expected.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

The report of Local Weather Observer
w. D. Park for the month of May has just
been issued. and shows that there were IS
clear days, II partly cloudy and only one
entirely cloudy during that period The
highest temperature was 80 degrees. re-
corded on the goth, and the lowest was
So degrees on the 25th. The greatest
daily range was % degrees on the 18th
and 18th. The total rainfall was SOB
inches, and the greatet, precipitation in
q hours was .95 of an inch on the 18th.
There were thunder storms on the Sth and
22nd, and high winds on the 22nd and
23rd. The prevailing direction of the
wind was east.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

John Variant and Sam. Schonberg, we'll
Anown young butchers of this city, made
9 tying trip to New Orleans Yesterday.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

Mr.. and Mrs. M. L. Rhddes, opst. James,
spent last Monday in Donaldsonville as
guests of the Nichols Hotel. While here
Mr.. Rhodes purchased F. L. Trepagnier's
Cadillac touring car, taking immediate
possession of the machine and returning
to St. James in it. with Mrs Rhodes, Mon
day afternoon. The purchase price was
$1,000.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

Miss Eliza Daigle spent Wednesday last
very pleasantly on St. Emma plantation
as the guest Of MIR. and Mrs. K. A. Au-
coin and family.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

hlss Marie Jumonville, of Paincourt-
yile, is spending a few days in Smoke
bend as the welcome guest of MIR. and
krs Hendricks Veron.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

Mrs. c. D. Dalferes spent several days
az Barton during the week as the guest of
heF soE-in-law and daughter Mr.. and MRS.
Robert Landry.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

hr and Mrs. Clifford Stuckey, of Ho-
bart, spent Sunday in Faubourg la Pipe
I as TIE guests of Mr.. and Mrs. Rene
Esneault. &c.. &C., =, :
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

Miss Jeanne Rodriguez. who was one of
y elneient teachers of the Johnston
s,-'o. a Hobart during the session just
. s'ossu, hasreturned TO her home in Eau
boars Ia Pipe.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

Miss Marjorie Hanson entertained very
charminsly on Friday evening of last
week complimentary to the Delta Thi
Sigma Club, which is composed of some
of Donaldsonville' most attractive young
women. The highly interesting game of
FIVE hundred was INDUCED in for some
time and the pretty prizes offered for
those making the highest scores were
captured by Misses Marie St. Martin and
Elise Hifdermann and Percy Lemann.
During the evening charming little buf-
fet supper was served, Miss Hanson's
guests included: Misses Roy Meter.
Marie ST Martin, Adele Blum. Laurie Fer
nandez, Lise and Matte McGalIiard, Lee
and Maud Landry Irene Michel, Jeanne
LANCE. Rena and Kate Landry and Elise
Hindermann, and Messrs. Ferrier Blanct-
ard, Tilden Fernandez and Percy Lemann.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04
rpIIgES and BAGGAGE Handled
Texas & Pacific Rally
Time Table

PASSENGER TRAINS GOING EAST.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

L. ]. Echeyerria, welI-known young
business man of this city, has issued in
vitations for a grand dance to be given at
Ascension Hook and Ladder Hall tomor-
row, beginning at 6 o'clock p. M Music
will be furnished by Claiborne Williams
full orchestra of eight pieces, and re-
freshments suitable to the occasion will
be served at moderate prices. Admission
will be free, but fee of IS cents will be
charged the gentlemen for dancing If
tomorrow's affair is a success Mr.. Eche-
verria proposes to continue the functions
every Sunday throughout the summer.
Assurance is given that good order will
be maintained, and pleasant time is
promised all who attend
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

C. w. Thatcher. the good roads apostle,
addressed two rousing meetings at Hope
Villa last Sunday, and his splendid talk
in the advocacy of good roads is said to
have won over what few opponents the
movement had in that section. Mr..
Thatcher addressed another big crowd at
Hope Villa Monday afternoon, and on
Wednesday he spoke before good roads
meeting at the Oak Grove schoolhouse in
Ascension parish. The people of the Hope
Villa neighborhood have manifested a
high degree of interest in the good roads
movement and are fully alive to the in
calculable benefits to be derived from a
network o. modern highways throughout
the state. =
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04
SATURDAY. JUNE 4, 1910


excepted. l. %. MAI ING Z !, Loeal Asent
saturday. JUNE q, 1910
sM6 doses $3.50, will cure any case of
fhIBs and Fever Price Csc.
Mayor Charles Maurin made business
Hp 10 New Orleans yesterday.
6lysses Esneault went to New Orleans
lsst Sunday, returning the following day.
n. II. Smith, of Gonzales, was bust
mss visitor to DonaIdsonville last Tues
day
Miss Willie Garrett has returned from
m extended stay in West Feliciana
parish.
Mrs. George Turner and little son, of
New Orleans, are here on a visit to Mrs. L.
D. Turner.
Louis Boston went to New Orleans Sun
DAY afternoon on business, returning
Monday evening.
hi. and Mrs. j. F. Saxon and little son,
John Furness, of Burnside, were here last
Sunday forenoon.
eottlieb Wild and Felix Aeosta went to
Batoa Rouge Thursday on business, re-
@ yesterday /
Camille Poirrier left this week for Kent
VOID, where he win spend a fortnight as
tie guest Of relatives.
Hrs. N. Goldstein had as her guests on
Wednesday Mrs. L. Kessler and Miss
ShgaItz, Of Assumption.
Miss May Babin, the attractive daugh-
terof John Babin, is spending some time
j New Orleans with relatives.
A. J. Schroeder returned Wednesday
forenoon from New Orleans, where he
spent several days on businss.
John Variant and Sam. Schonberg, we'll
known young butchers of this city, made
3 tying trip TO New Orleans yesterday.
III. and Mrs. Clifford Stuckey, of Ho-
bart spent Sunday in Faubourg la Pipe
as he guests of Mr.. and Mrs. Rene
Esneault. &c. -, ., ~
Miss Eliza Daigle spent Wednesday last
very pleasantly on ST. Emma plantation
as the guest Of Mr.. and Mrs. K. A. Au-
coin and family.
Mrs. c. D. Dalferes spent several days
at Barton during the week as the guest of
her son-in-laW and daughter. Mr.. and Mrs.
Rober; Landry.
hiss Marie Jumonville, of Paineourt-
vile, is spending few days in Smoke
bend as the welcome guest of MIR. and
ms Hendricks Veron.
J. 6, Narsassans, a progressive young
business man of St. Amant, spent last
Sunday night and Monday forenoon here
as guest Of the Nichols Hotel.
aFs. ], c. Bates and her pretty little
Of Shreveport, are spending a
sRile at Burnside as the welcome guests
lion. H. c. Braud and family.
i
:. y CLARENCE Leblanc, a well known me-
.aaileal engineer of this city, left recently
l% Soathdown plantation, near Houma,
saefe ne has accepted a permanent posi-
Alter spending seyeralweeks here as the
sass8s OF Capt and Mrs. P. T. Babin, Mrs. {
~, baker and her bright little children
IssaFRed last Sunday to their home in
Aentwood.
MSS Jeanne Rodriguez. who was one of
y eineient teachers of the Johnston
' ', at Hobart during the session just
used has returned TO her home in Eau
ooars Ia Pipe.
llsf Monday was not blue Monday
.hF k,fEiitA .fl,fl,...Jy
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

At'ef spending Seyeralweeks here as the
SssS6s OF Capt and Mrs P. T. Babin, Mrs.
- baker and her bright little children
,ss0fned last Sunday to their home in
kentwoOd.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

=. y, NargasSans, progressive young
business man of St Amant, spent last
Sunday night and Monday forenoon here
as guest Of the Nichols Hotel.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

aFs J. c. Bates and her pretty little
laughter, Of Shreveport, are spending a
shlle at Burnside as the welcome guests
u hon. H. c. Braud and family.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

Mrs. E. P. Won Hofe and her attractive
daughter, Miss Pauline Rose, left re-
Gently for Memphis, Tenn, where they
will spend short while as the guests of
Mr.. and Mrs. John Miller. Later they
will proceed to Manitou Springs, Colorado,
where they will remain throughout the
heated term. The Chief joins their legion
of friends in wishing them a pleasant
sojourn and a safe return home.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1910-06-04

Oiarenee Leblanc, a weil-known me-
ehaiaeal engineer of this city, left recently
'g Soathdown plantation, near Houma,
saefe ne has accepted a permanent posi-
ton.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1910-12-20
" HfTE ~ ORN N.
Takes fhe Oath n chief Justice NJ the
nircsi states supreme Court.

WAsTIS = ~. Dec v Edward Doug
lass White - Lnr!isIana took the oath az
Chief Justice - the Supreme Court Of
the lnIiei States when tho court met
az noon to-day and Immediately assumed
his dirie- Tho commission II chief
Ju-t!C" Whit" was recriyssi by James n
Mch"nne1. clerk ~ III. corrt IN IA ,uria;
AM va read Immediately ih. senior
Associate jU-iic" John VI Harlem raised
hl- hand and read IN. oath Chief Jus, ice
WIN" followed tho reading and accepted
~" 'ru-t. HI. court room was crowded
10 - cir,tr NV Many Senators and Repre-
s"niL''N"- we're present to witness rhe
ceremony Tn" public corridor in front
81 ~" SWIrsm" Court chamber WAS
"rp"G"l with persons unable to gain al
mission
~ soon Is III" oath had been ad-
rninI-'-ret Chief Justice Whit. moved No
and took m" CENTRAL chair provided Tor
m" hl"f Jig~tIC" and AZ once took IN his
work III" first opinion RENDERED! nv
the court was read by Associate Justice
Hughes