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The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19
Dutchtown Notes,

Miss .Myrza Babin returned Tues
day from a trip to California, where
she spent a delightful time with
relatives.
Hampton Cushman is on a visit
to Lafayette for a couple Of weeks.
DR.. Babin, of Baton Rouge, was in
this part of the country Saturday.
Announcements are out for the
wedding of Miss Lydia Landry to
DR.. st. Amant, a popular young
dentist of Gonzales.
The U. D. G.. met at the home of
Mrs. NJ. R. Cushman last Saturday
evening. Those present were: Mines
Oliver Daigle, Jos. Gonzales, H. H.
Pharr, L. U. Babin, Albert Osten-
burger, Sydney Bullion, and Misses
Ida Daigle, Hilda Delaune, Ethel
Daigle, Josephine Gonzales, Julia
Daigle, Anna Leblanc and Alma Lee
Blanc. After the meeting dainty
refreshments were served by the
hostess, who was assisted by her
little daughter, Bessie.
Miss Eunice Stevenson and Bessie
Young are visiting friends here this
week.
Mrs. H. H. Pharr left for her home
in Lafayette last Wednesday, after
a most enjoyable stay with relatives
in the country.
Miss Virginia Boote is here on a
visit to friends.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19
Races at Ware's Track.

POSTERS are out announcing an ex
cellent program of harness races
Tor tomorrow afternoon at 2:3(
O'Clock, at J. Stone Wares race tracl
on the Belle Grove plantation in Ib
erville parish. Six races are on the
program with the following entry u
horses:
First race-Mile heats, two best
in three. j. Stone Wares Ella Jay
John TruMllo's Egotist Belle and
z. Mattingly's Bob Douglas.
Second race-Mile heats, two best
in three: J. Stone Wares Duke Di.
rect, R. Blanchard's Dick WEIGH and
Sabin Savoie's Best Gentry.
Third race-Mile heats, two best in
three: J. Stone Wares Cerri Depple,
s. I'ruxillo's Col. Monk and ]. Stone
Wares Light Bond.
Fourth race-Half-mi1e heats, two
best in three: Leo Marguette's Belle
Gaseous, Sidney Gomez's Maggie and
H. Gautreaux's Black Diamond.
Fifth race-Mile heats, two best in
three: R.Blanchard's The Confession,
A. Gautreaux's Joker and T. D. Spill
ler's Rex.
Sixth REHABILITATION half-mile be-
tween J. Stone Wares two pacing
colts, Button Bright and Princess
Ozma
There will no doubt be a large
crowd in attendance to witness and
enjoy the days sport.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19
Teachers Notified When to Report

IVA =
Superintendent J. L. Rusca has
sent out the following letter to all 81
the teachers which have been en-
ployed to teach in the nublic schools
Of this parish during the session
bile:
Donaldsonville, La, Aug. Is, 1911
Dear Teacher-You are herewith
notified that all schools in Ascen.
sion parish, with two exceptions will
open on Monday, September II at
. O'Clock a. NJ, and that you are
expected to be at your post of d11tv
at that time.
The Oak Grove Agricultural HIGH
school and the school at McF,1roV
Will open on Monday, Oct. 3 at
which time teachers engaged for
those schools will begin their work
All teachers engaged for the com
ing session, with the exception of
those for Oak Grove and McElrov
residing outside of the parish, are
required to report at the high
school building in Donaldsonyille for
general instructions on Saturday,
sept. ., at lO O CLOCK a. NJ
I shall take pleasure in recon-
mending boarding places and in rem
dering such services as I can to
any teacher so desiring.
Wishing you pleasant vacation
and looking forward to a session of
pleasant and profitable work for the
schools of Ascension parish, am,
Respectfully yours,
J. L. RUsCA, supt.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19
RoyaIIy Entertained.

Judge Paul Leche and Mrs. Leche
returned home last Saturday from a
most pleasant and interesting trip,
which embraced several cities of the
north and part of Canada. The judge
and his wife left here on July "a
for Detroit, where the judge went
to attend the annual convention OF
the National Council, knights of Col.
umbus, to which he was a delegate,
and by which the judge was honor
ed by being selected as a member
of the committee on the laws OF
the order. After the adjournment OF
the convention, which was very
interesting and successful one, the
Judge and his estimable wife crossed
the boundary line and visited Port
Coleman and other points of inter
est in Canada. The judge is pro
fuse in his compliments of the people
of Detroit, whom he declares We're
most lavish in their hospitality, and
made the sojourn of the visitors to
their city pleasant and agreeable.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19
SUCCESSION NOTICE.
State of Louisiana-Parish of Ascen-
sion-Twenty-Se Seventh Judi
cial District Court.

Succession of Emanuel Schonberg,
No 694
WHEREAS, Samuel Schonberg has
filed his application to be appointed
administrator Of the above entitled
and numbered succession:
Public notice is hereby given te
all whom it may concern to show
cause, if any they have or can, with
in SEVEN DAYS from the date
hereof, why said petition should moi
be granted; and why said sworn
valuation of property annexed to pc
tition should not be approved and
homologated.
Witness my hand and seal of sale
court at Donaldsonville, La, this 19tf
day of Aug, 1911.
a.. 81 J. S. BARMAN,
Clerk of Court
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Death of Emanuel schonberu.

After an illness of several years
duration, Mr.. Emmanuel Schonberg.
a brother-in-laW of Mrs. S. schon-
berg of this place, died at his. home
in Charles street last NJ onday morn
ing at 8::#335 o'clock. d the age Of
Sc years and 10 months. The funeral
took place Tuesday morning at $50
o'clock, with services and interment
in the Jewish cemetery. The de-
ceased was engaged in the butcher
business in this town for eighteen
years, and was compelled to retire
some five years ago by sickness
which rendered him totally blind.
He never recovered his eye sight
Mr.. Schonberg was highly esteemed
by all who knew him, and his de-
mise is greatly deplored Deceased
is survived by a brother and sister
who reside in Cincinnati. To
these afflicted ones The Chief ten
ders profound sympathy.
Miss Alice Fischer, of New Or
leans, is the attractive guest of Miss
May Melancon, of Rockville.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

Misses Mabel and Hilda Wutke
me bright young daughters of The
Chlef's next door neighbors, Mr.. and
MRS: Paul Wutke, are j n Chicago on
visit to relatives. They left New
orleans for the Windy City" last
saturday on the excursion over the
illinois Central railway, and expect
to be away about two weeks. The
Chief received postal from its
young friends yesterday reading as
follows: I'VE are having a fine
time. The weather here is cool and
extremely delightful
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19
CONGRESSMAN Broussard appar

emily did a good thing when he
slipped off to Washington last week
and appealed to President Taft to
checkmate the policy Of dismantle-
ment and abolition which the navy
department is pursuing towards the
New Orleans navy yard. The pres
ident seemed impressed with the
congressman's statement of the case
and promised to give it careful con-
sideration.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

Michel Meilleur, son-in-laW OF
MIS-. Ozeme Landry OF this town.
died at his home No. S13 St Peters
street, in New Orleans, yesterday
morning at 1 o'clock, after an illness
of several months. Deceased was a
printer by occupation, and for many
years, and UP to the time OF MS
death, filled responsible posluen
in the Mauburet Printing House ~
New Orleans. He is survived by MS
wife, who was formerly Miss Allee
Landry. Fred and George Landry,
brothers-in-law of the deceased, Went
to New Orleans yesterday mo 1h
to attend the funeral The Chief sym
pathizes profoundly with the family III
their bereavement
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

7. Thomp Of New Orleans rep
resentiTg the Lori i aezas Retail Mer-
chants Association, was here last
Wednesday to organize a branch Of
the association in this town. He
made an effort to hold meeting
of the merchants, but was unsuccess-
full, owing to the fact that few were
able to attend. He will return here
in three weeks and renew his eff
forts to interest the local mer-
chants.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

The exceptional bargains offered
at the big 3C-day cut price sale now
going on at Col. A. D. Vegas mann
moth store, are attracting hundreds
of purchasers from all sections for
miles around. Each purchaser at this
sale leaves the store so well salts
fled that he goes home talking
about it, and boosting the sale. If
you have not yet attended this bar
gain sale. ask your neighbors about
il
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19
Mr.. w. D. Park and his talented

Mr.. w. D. Park and his talented
daughter, Miss EIilad, left this morn
ing for Emmettsburg Nd, where MISS
Park goes to resume her studies at
the St. Joseph's Convent at that
place. On their way to Emmettsburg
they will stop for d few days at
Washington and Baltimore. Mr.. Park
expects to be gone about two weeks.
The Chief wishes Mr.. Park and MS
charming young daughter pheasant
and enjoyable trip.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

Miss Laura Mo1tero, daughter of
Mrs. Lawrence Montero, of this
place, and Clifford Ellison, of Gal
weston, Tex, were quietly married at
the Catholic church yesterday morn.
ing at 5 o'clock, in the presence of
few relatives and friends. Rev.
rather Scramuzza performed the
ceremony. The young couple left on
the 6 o'clock Texas and Pacific train
for New Orleans where they will
spend a few days, after which they
will go to Houston, Tex, which
place they will make their future
home. The Chief wishes the young
couple a long life of peace and hap
piness.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

Judge Leche was confined to his
eaeIne last Monday and Tuesday with
cold and light fever, but
sas put again Wednesday very much
l 4 70 the delight of his many
hiends.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

A big lot Of early fall and winter
goods just received at Col. A. D.
Vegas CHEAP Tony. All marked
~ plain figures for the 3O-day cut
l5riee sale now going on.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

owing to the extremely bad wealth
ef which prevailed last Sunday, the
meeting of Ascension Council, K. of
C.,called for that day did not take
place. The next meeting of the, Coun-
Aug. 25.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19
A New School

OF commercial and office. training
Number of students limited tn en-.
able thorough individual supervision
ana attention. Because of it's supe-
rlor training, every stud ent placed in
good position. Write for catalogue.
THE REASER SCHOOL of office
Training and Penmanship, 613 Canal
street., New Orleans, La
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19
r. or Sale.

T6gHE ELBOW PLANTATION. containing 90
IL acres OF sandy land, near the Poplar Grove
refinery, two miles above Port Allen, with all
improvements, etc Apply to s. r.. HAYDEL,
Administrator. 1923 Magazine street, New Or
leans, La.
LAYcOCK & BEALE, Attorneys, Baton
Rouge, La
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19
Homestead Notice.
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR. !
II. S. LAND OFFICE
Baton Rouge, La, Aug. is, 1911.

Baton Rouge, La, Aug. is, 1911.
NOTICE is hereby given that Alphonse Berce-
lS geay. of Hope Villa, La, who. on August 10:
nwl and nw4 Of nw1, section 9. township es.,
range 3 r., Louisiana Meridian. has filed notice
Of intention to make final five year proof to es-
Jas. S. Barman, clerk of court. at Donaldson
vile, Ia, on the 25th day Of September. 1911.
Claimant names as witnesses: Emile Hebert.
Morris Eliser, Paul Brand, Jr., Al. U. Babin, all
JOHN F. NUTTALL,
Register.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

The evidence in the case of Mrs.
Rose Blackwell Russell VS.. Calvin J.
Russel, her husband, was taken at
chambers before Clerk of Court j.
5: Barman. last Wednesday and
thursday. The case is suit for
separation from bed and board. A
large number of witnesses were sum
moned and the case attracted con-
siderable attention. The parties in
the case reside in the New River
section of the parish.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

IL. Mrs, 3 D. Leche and her bright
a KY daughter, Kate, returned to
N.Y. NJ nome in Iberville parish last
!. after spendingsa few days
Y tae guests of Mr.. and Mrs. C. H.
saaaary OF Riverside plantation.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

have the best ice cream in
Town. Order a gallon-only $1-and
Jet me prove to you that this state
ment is absolutely correct. THE
MODEL BAKERY. G. Winter. Pro
prietor
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

ae i me prominent men who
III NJ US road machine parade at
IN M sfs meeting at Baton Rouge
slperipta ~ instant We're the state
ppssiaass Of public education, tht
kecQltv s - ana several members of the
Ny N Y me Louisiana State Univer
aoaonnlr AsWell isn't having any
w pelit;oa N dragging the schools
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19
,,,cy Davis. better known a.

Lucy Davis, better known as
Aunt Lucy good old colored
woman, who owned and occupied a
small house in Crescent Place, passed
away at an early hour last Monday
morning, at the Lefort residence, at
the corner of Houmas and Charles
streets, where she had been re-
moved for treatment. Aunt Lucy
had been sick for a long time, and
had attained the advanced age or
"a years at the time of her death
The funeral took place from the st.
Peter M. e. Church Monday after
noon at 4 o'clock.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

Jos. Blanchard, brother of Honore
Blanchard. who conducts the Donald
sonyille Bakery, is critically i'll at
shis home in Mississippi street.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

y Z. Duffel, the enterprising Rail
oaa avenue stationer and novelty
ssaer, returned last Tuesday from
ae# orleans, where he spent sew
w W. days purchasing goods for his es
Enlistment.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

Nj; and Mrs. Nick Eris and family
|e na MISS Theresa Chapman, of Port
4 nslfoW, left Wednesday morning on
~. ~ steamer F. M. Owens for a "trip
afoagh the Teche country. They are
ss4peeted to return home tomorrow.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

Judge Edmund Maurin and wife
,Rtlrned home last Wednesday after
4 pleasant soiourn of several days
1t Vaudeville, St. Tammany parish.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

NJ alss Mamie Hunley, one of Don
l1,sso !, aniable young ladies',
~. last Thursday on an extended
3I Ioa;. 70 relatives at Lexington and
s'a'sVille, KY. The Chief wishes her
III p's ~, and enjoyable sojourn in
Y Blue Grass" state.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19
r or Rent.

YEyHE building in Railroad avenue adjoining
IL The Chief Office Excellent business Jr resi-
dence location. Terms reasonable. For partic-
u1ars apply to or address, w. j. LEBLANC. Don
a1dsonviIIe, La.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

When the digestion is all right
and the action of the bowels reg
ular, there is a natural craving and
relish for food. When this is lack
ing you may know that you need a
dose of Chamberlain,s Stomach and
Liver Tablets. They strengthen the
digestive organs, improve the. appe-
lite and regulate the bowels. Sold
by all dealers.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

NJ ], :. Terrio, formerly of this
s sn.,. out now residing with his
MI. my ~ New Orleans. spent the
Il. part Of the week here on
NM Henry is one of the
lssa. agents of the Equitable Life
sSaallce Society of New York.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19
Having engaged a first-class cal

Having engaged a f1rSt-G1dss cake
baker from New Orleans, I am
ready to fill your orders for cakes
and all kinds of pastry. Ring me
up at No. 1892, and your 'nstruc-
tons will be given my prompt and
careful attention. THE MODEL
BAKERY, C. Winter, Proprietor.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

ii Miss Elizabeth Moebuis and her
#slfactiVe guests, Misses Velma and
5sofa Lacour, Of Pointe Coupee par
..sn, were visitors to Burton last
Sunday.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

Ars B. Singer and her two win
|, Y daughters, Misses Freda and
a0s,ha, nave returned from a pleas
v, visit to friends in Plaquemine,
= kouge and Pointe Coupee par
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19
SATURDAY, AUGUST 10, 1911.
subscribe to The Chief.

Miss Carrie Mas, a fascinating
young lady OF Baton Rouge, was
8the guest this week of Misses Freda
and Rosina Singer.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19
For Rent.

COMFORTABLE residence at corner of
~ Houmas and Claiborne streets. Contains
four large rooms. hall, kitchen. and bathroom.
with sanitary closet electric lights ard all
modern eonveniences. House screened through
out. Possession given at once. For terms APP
ply to A. d. VEGA. JR., Donaldsonyille, La.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

I have nothing to give away, ous
IN give you a good, large piase o.
ice cream for 10 cents. MODEL
BAKERY. C. Winter, Proprietor.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19
For Sale.

COMFORTABLE HOME, No. 80 Chefimaches
~ street. Lot 60x120. VIII sell for $500 APP
ply on premises. or address MRS. ZULMA
COMSTOCk. Donaldsonviile La
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

Don't let lice eat your valuable
poultry when it is so easy to get
rid of them Conkey's Lice Pow
der, Lice Liquid and Head Lice Oint-
ment are guaranteed to do the work
quickly. Get a practical poultry
book free from the X-Ray Pharmacy.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19
For Sale or Rent.

GHOP in Napoleonville, on public road near
y Southern Pacific depot. Good business
stand. Will rent Or sell on reasonable terms.
Address BOX74. Eapo1eonvi1le, LIS,
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

ma lsago Truxillo, the hustling Rail
la asenue mule and horse dealer,
H. a,,h WIS morning for st. Louis to
III l ~ carload of Kentucky stock
d. 70. afuxlllo was accompanied on
\ ~ ~ Alvin Higgason, a clerk
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19

s,rras sne 6 Garcie, formerly of Port
liba pat presently employed on
Loaf, sealler "Houma," one of the
8aaradsos y0lea and operated by the
/ pins ,u Transportation Co.. and
! Nc BUSINESS between Houma and
.t saa,ns o1seahs, was in town mingling
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1911-08-19
Bows.

"A TREASURED CHEST, full of hundreds Of
a dollars in hard cash! The TRAIL to ii. any
W1de-awake boy can follow. Dent worry any
longer where to get real money or whatever arti-
Gle yon want. Come to me and get it, Parents
investigatel-for this self-same ROAD has led
many boy to a bank account. Come with your
boy it you choose. Come early. VALERY l.,
DUFFEL, Donaldsonville, La.
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r or Rent.

TIME NEAT and commodious two-story resi-
IL dence in st. Vincent street. Contains five
rooms, kitchen and bathroom. with sanitary
closet, electric lights and all modern convenient
ces. For terms apply to A. y. VEGA, Jr.. Dom
aidsonville, La.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1911-06-25

20 ndnitt, Tint tho South over made any
poIiticnt, tndahfrint or cdmcatiunmI mig
'hRch, nnd fhnt part of history which
would Sceni 10 prove that the Southern
lieonlc were humnn, nftor NIL, appears
10 be left out OF Southern educnt lon.
polittchl conditions MT tho South nfter
.1S20 scgrcEntcd our lnection and In ten
siied the AnElo-Sax0n's disposition to
rule or ruin, for II must not be for
gotten that the Souf: to-dny has less
ndm'xture of foreign blood tknu any
Hhire In Eng land. The Goufh held on
TO IFS inafiiutions, aud refused com
PROMISES, lust ny England oppused the
reform bill md Catholic emancipation
until she ,yns actually ON the verge Of
civil war. The South held ON longs,
and had civil war.
The Angio-Sayon la not orIousIys n
bHd insar, n:id III ,oaihg The aouti gayc
.nii i'2taiaG ia t::e nay 6s heliefs .,.,,i,
fiv ha;as fOFad was o.hhted which .aade
Esisl:Md anniIs sdpee 10 lhe safoyK,
bit nnd Ca,toi;a s.asneiDstiaa, Nasr.
onofof fha resuis % the adaa,E..ine
pra;ndiaea III s:in way bi; adntheE,i Hdn.
otslan ~ u NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. ami sstyhs
ordiilar, neRieei f0t iau ssahisE RRn
America aan, 80 fassynti!sS dL.,t! se!4a
WEIEinninn. MIC diiapaesar OF tyaai.S
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1911-06-25
CHARLES w. ELIOT.
A virginia ,uthnr

DR.. Thomas Nelson Page writes:
Mnnnsins Editor Times Dispatch:
In nothing has the North so ou.-
stepped the Snuth ms In her educa-
tionai Hsntcm. With high school nn,i
to"n mcetinEh she ima nttnined primncy
fnr rnore thnn through manufactures,
We educnted The upper elias. only, tI,s
North offered facilities 10 NIL her pco-
Pic. Jefferson H., planned female edu-
cation M pnrt of his great ncheme.
but was In advance OF the time, and
twelve yenrs later boston frst put it
in execution. HS
The rest of the country, Indeed OF
The world, is FAR nhcad of M nov, tn
educationai fniittics, md unless we
Detter ourselves we shnii drift further
hehind. Our only hope is In the COM
pulsory system, now used almoat
everywhere. I.l 3--il.1
THOMAS NELSON PAGE.