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Le MeschaceÌbeÌ. [volume] ([Lucy] La.) 1853-1942, 1912-02-24
Produce Tax Abolished.

The Lafourche BARN Levee Board. at
q meeting held on the 8, in New Orleans,
abolished the tax on sugar. molasses,
rice and other produce. Upon motion OF
Mr.. Perez. seconded by Mr.. Schneider.
the following resolution was adopted:
.Be it resolved by the Lafourche Basin
Levee Board, that it is the sense OF this
Board, that the produce tar levied an
nually by this Board. for the purpose of
defraying expenses in building levees.
etc.. shall not be levied upon produce
for the year 1872
Le MeschaceÌbeÌ. [volume] ([Lucy] La.) 1853-1942, 1912-02-24
REAL ESTATE

II you desire to sell or buy properties
OF any kind or size from Town llots,
improved or naked, to plantations OF
swamp lands, ] invite you to correspond
with me,
Ny relations with several large Real
Estate andlnsestment Companies allow
n,e to sas I may halp you.
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Le MeschaceÌbeÌ. [volume] ([Lucy] La.) 1853-1942, 1912-02-24
RESERVE SCHOOL ITEMS.

The semi.annual examinations have
been given. and we are glad to report
that the results are very encouraging.
The frame for pole vaultine has been
set up, and the boys ars enjoying the
new sport. as well as taking q greater
interest in their studies and work in the
Literary Society.
The Literary Society is waking up to
the reasization of what the Rally Day
contests mean, and is putting forth it's
best edorts &C win some prizes.
Both teachers and pupils have enjoy.
ed having Monday and Tuesday for holi-
days SO that they could attend Carnival.
Our school play ground has been di-
vided into five parts, one each tor the
larger and smaller boys. and one each
for the girls in the high school, inter-
mediate. and primary grades.
A teacher supervises each part, and
the plan is working very we'll, engag
ing the majority Of pupils during recess
in outdoor games which promote the
health Of all.
DR.. L. T. Donaldson visited our school
last Friday to attend to the health Of
the children.
Le MeschaceÌbeÌ. [volume] ([Lucy] La.) 1853-1942, 1912-02-24
Pay Your Licenses.

Merchants and other persons liable to q
license are hereby notified that licenses for
1912 are now due. The State license should
be paid before the first day of March, 1912.
and the Parish license in the same limit
of time. If not paid at or before the afore.
said dates, two per cent. interest per month
will accrue. and the same will he turned over
to the attorney for collection with costs and
penalties.
Each and every person subject to license
mnst come to this Office in order to take the
Oath as prescribed by Law
PAUL BERTHELOT,
Sheriff and Tax Collector.
Le MeschaceÌbeÌ. [volume] ([Lucy] La.) 1853-1942, 1912-02-24
Deafness Canhot Be Cured

by local applications. as they cannot reach the
diseased portion of the ear There is only one
way to cure deafness and that is by constitu-
tinnal remedies. Deafness j. caused by an
ii!!an ed en- iioa "t iht m,eoiia lining #
tn. susts,ciilan Tube. Nhci. tbs ,ute j. in
famed you have rumbiing sound or impef.
feet hearing, and when it IS entreiy closed,
Deafness is the result. and unless the inflam-
nation can be taken out and this tube restored
10 It's normal condition, hearing will be des-
troyed forever; nine cases ont of ten are caused
by Cstarrh, which is othing but an inflamed
condition of the mucous surfaces
We will give One Hundred Dollars for any
case of Deafness tcansed by catarrhl that can.
not be cured by Halls Catarrh Cure, Send
for circulars, free.
F.J. CHENEY & Co. Toledo, O.
Sold by all Druggists 75c
Take Halls Family Pills for Constipation.
Le MeschaceÌbeÌ. [volume] ([Lucy] La.) 1853-1942, 1912-02-24
JUDICIAL ADVERTISEMENT.
STATE OF LOUISIANA.
TWENTY-EIGHTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT
PARISH OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST.
Succession Of Louis Sordpuru and soife,
No. 172. (P.D.)


Whereas Rodney Sorapuru of the
parish OF st. John the Baptist has, this
day. filed in this Court an application
to be appointed administrator of the
aforesaid succession:
Public notice is hereby given to aD
whom it may concern to show cause, in
writing, to the judge of the said Court,
within ten days from the first publica-
ton hereof, why said application should
not be granted.
Witness the Honorable Prentice e.
Edrington, Judge, and the seal
OF the said Court. at the parish
OF st. John the Baptist, afore-
said, on this the 9th day of
February, A D., 1912.
WILLIAM ]. HART,
Clerk of Court.
Le MeschaceÌbeÌ. [volume] ([Lucy] La.) 1853-1942, 1912-02-24
Prominent Merchant
Leaves for Crescent City.

Mr. Sol Strauss. who Tor the past tan
years has successfully conducted mer-
camille business near Reserve, has sold
out his interests 90 Messrs. kayne Bros.
and win follow his commercial activities
in New Orleans.
MIR. Strauss came to this parish from
Donsldsonville, since which time he has
taken much interest in the general To-
cal improvements, being director and
q founder OF the Bank OF st. John. eHe
is well known in frsternal circles. being q
member Of the Elks and Redmen. The
Meschacebe wishes much prosperity and
long life to Mr.. Strauss.
Le MeschaceÌbeÌ. [volume] ([Lucy] La.) 1853-1942, 1912-02-24
NOTICE.

There win be . meeting Of the stock
holders Of the Brady-Granier CON-
pany, Lmtd., at its office at La Place,
on Monday, March 4, 1912 ct the hours
OF l2 NJ. to 8. p. N.
n. GRANIER,
Secretary.
Le MeschaceÌbeÌ. [volume] ([Lucy] La.) 1853-1942, 1912-02-24
TO the Principals
Of the Public Schools.

Dear Principals
As it is sometimes inconvenient fol
me to communicate with You through
direct and personal correspondence
shaI frequently use a1he Meschacebe"
space in which has been kindly proffer
ed by che editor, as medium for trans
hitting announcements that are OF gene
raj interest to the teachers OF the parish
A few suggestions are offered below
that might be OF some assistance to you.
II any Of the members of the tomato
clubs have not yet received the seed
send their names to Mr.. e. s. Richard.
SON. Louisiana State University, Baton
Rouge, and he win attend to the matter
The directions for the planting and
cultivation of the tomatoes, issued by
the state and national agricultural de-
partments. advised planting of seed dur
ing the first part of February if any
members have not planted. they should
do go at once. The preparation of the
field for the transplantation of the plants
from the hot beds, should have begun
long since, and the plots should have
been ploughed and narrowed several
times.
1t is very essential to success in this
undertaking that the directions sent to
club members should be carefully fol.
lowed. and as particular emphasis Is laid
On the preparation of the field prior to
planting. this part of the work must be
scrupulously executed.
Notify yonr Corn Club boys that
the seed corn shall soon be distributed,
and that they should spend the interven-
ing time in preparing their land for the
reception Of the seed.
Permit me to suggest that you hold
regular meetings of the Club members
Of your respe tive schools, and at these
meetings, the directions might be read,
reports from the members might be sub
mitted and, occasionally, entertaining
might be rendered.
The letter reproduced below, indica-
tive Of the great importance attached,
by promoters of the Louisiana State Fair,
to the Corn, Pig and Tomato Clubs as
potent factors in the development Of
Louisiana. The organizers of this state
domestic and educational
always generous in their sup
port and patronage OF the public schools.
have shown by their additional appro-
priation Of $2500 and by the award Of
complimentary season ticket to each boy
and girl enrolled in the clubs, who OBJ
seSves the rules of those organizations
whether Or not he or she should win q
pnze-that they consider the Industrial
Club Exhibit one Of the most important
It the fair.
This announcement win, undoubtedly,
prove great incentive to our boys and
girls, Tor it signifies that earnest efforts
md perseverance on the part OF any
shall be recognized and reward
ID. The following communication win
Be Of interest to ell teachers.
Baton Rouge,
Feb. 10Th, 1912.
supt. ]. II. DUPUY,
Edgard, L..
Dear Sir
The Louisiana Demonstration Train
% be operated under the joint auspices
II the Louisiana State University, the
State Board Of Health the State Dept.
4 Education. the q. s. Dept Of Agri i
.nltnre and all the railroads Of the State.
siIl iasre Hat r lye m |.sas. i, q
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Le MeschaceÌbeÌ. [volume] ([Lucy] La.) 1853-1942, 1912-02-24

This cooperative effort on the part OF
the atove named departments. is the
Greatest Educational Extension Move.
inent that has been undertaken by any
State Ill the Union.
Special effort is being made to give
the members OF the Boys Hog Clubs.
Girls Canning Clubs AID Boys Oorn
Clubs valuable information. We are
anxious to have all the school boys ana
girls present. especially those who be.
long to the clubs. Enclosed find itenary
for yonr parish.
We have made arrangements with the
State Fair officials to give each boy and
girl complimentary season ticket to
the Louisiana State Fair to be held III
Shreveport on Oct. 30 and Nov. :. III.
elusive. These tickets are to be given ON
the condition that the club members fol-
low instructions given by the U. s. Dept.
OF Agriculture and the Agricultural De-
p;.riDrn, OF Louisiana State University,
.iid u.akr u report OF work. according to
thsiructious, III tile CLOSE VI the oes.e ON.
Besides this, the State Fair has set aside
for premiums for the club work $25OO.
| feel that this kind OF substantial en-.
couragement ought to be great incen-
tive to all the boys and girls in the State
whoss are doing club work.
Yours very truly,
E. S. RICHARDSON,
Di r. Agri. Extension.
= =
Kindly send as soon as possible the
plans of your respective school yards to
Mr.. w. w. Grisamore. Louisiana State
University. Baton Rouge. As he told
you what to include in these plans when
he visited you, shall not recount his
Instructions. but shall ask von, in view
OF the fact that the season for the plant.
ing OF trees is almost ended. to attend to
this matter at once.
The names of all the teachers OF the |
parish were sent to the State Board of |
Health SO that you might receive all lit
erature which might be helpful to You
in yonr work--particularly the monthly
health Bulletin which is published tor
the bene6t of the school children of |
Louisiana. II you have not been regu-
larly receiving these pamphlets, notify |
DR.. Oscar Dowling. President Louisiana
State Board OF Health. New Orleans.
These little bulletins are replete with
wise and useful counsel aud every child
in your school who is able to read, should
persue them: the teachers might profit
ably spend period OF the day in discus
sing the contents Of the text with the
children.
q = =
The Parish Health Officer is now max
ing tour of the parish Tor the purpose
Of medically examining all Of the school
you may expect him at any
ime and you will kindly render an pos-
'ible assistance 90 that the work may be
sxpeditiously performed.
With good wishes to You and your
co.workers.
Yours sincerely,
j. II. DUPUY,
Superintendent.
= = =
The State Department OF Education
has apportioned to the parish OF st.
Iohn the Baptist the sum OF $5,6O5. %,
his amount being its share Of the
chool funds. h
Le MeschaceÌbeÌ. [volume] ([Lucy] La.) 1853-1942, 1912-02-24
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NEWS IlEAg]


Mardi Gras day, SO eventful in
New Orleans and elsewhere,
passed cff quietly in this parish.
The spirit sef fun was absent, no
anaskers to be seen and the day
was not unsimilar, in general
aspect, 10 those preceding and
succeeding it.
Lent, the penitential season,
was ushered in on Wednesday.
The days of abstinence and pen
ance are with as and will be OBJ
served by the Catholics through
out the civilized world.
The mercantile firm of Dumez
and ChaHxin, of Edgard, has
been dissolved by mutual con-
sent. Eugene Dunez retiring and
Miles J. Ghanyin continuing the
business in his name and for his
own Acc0unf.
Our readers attention is called
30 the announcement made by
Mr. Henry j. Waguespack. the
popular Insurance Agent. OF Ed
gard. IN our columns. Only the
best Companies are represented
by Mr.. Waguespack who is ready
f0 talk life and fire Insurance to-
Interested parties.
~A-Tf vn,. ,Uanf tn huv aall rent.
locateor get information, write
s,r call at the office of the Mes
chacebe.
: = :
NJ Co.. ro,,s;n tha woll-
xnaw,, - iosc;n.r one' contra.tnr or, of Rac. M
his canap and machinery tol
Raradik, In st. Charles Parish.
The timber supply in this parish
slnder contract to Mr.. Cousin is
aa.. anathsr f;s,d e ~ d,,tr I,s 1Tg Tha l;tt.o 10
settlement of Recnel will he h,It
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Le MeschaceÌbeÌ. [volume] ([Lucy] La.) 1853-1942, 1912-02-24

Mrs. Genevieve Roy. the mother OF
Rev. M. r. Prudhomme, OF Big Point.
Ontario. died at Toilette. on January 8.
at the advanced age Of 50. years and 6
days. To Father Prudhomme, who made
numerous friends in our midst as rector
protein at the st. John the Baptist
Church. the Meschacebe offers it's ex.
pressions OF deep sympathy and condo.
lence.
Le MeschaceÌbeÌ. [volume] ([Lucy] La.) 1853-1942, 1912-02-24

TEXAS AND PACIFIC RAILWAY.
.EDaARD STATION.
FoRAExLT ST. JeHN.
Passenger trains going East.
1t0. 81. Cannon Bali ...-...............6.55 A. d
10. 81. New Orleans Mxii-... .......-3.99 r. n
No. IS. Accommodation .............--9.3S A. N
No. 90. . Merry Widow "......... .....7.l8 p. n
Passenger Trains going West.
10. 80. Texxs Mail. .8.4S A.
10. 81, FL Paso Express. P. M
H. IS. The Limited T.
10. 81. Merry Widow w"............-10.25 P. N
The Leser and Lsno transfer meets trains
AEas. IS. 8 sod 81
FAz00 AND MISSISSIPPI VALLEY
RAILWAY.
gEsERvE STATION.
Passenger trains going South
To- Is. ia A. n. New Orleans Pas only
No.33. Sa3 A. NJ All Stops
No. FL Al5P. Il All Regular Stops.
Ne. u. IA: P. NJ New Orleans Only.
3naseu9er tzsins going North
40. l6. 6-11 A. II. Baton Rouge Local
80 =. iii A. IL. Pas. Baton Rouge d North
Es - A-3GP. M. Woodville Local all stops
FRISCO RAILWAY.
t0uasiAM AyuaDAayI6aINei iC0nPiArs TRACK
RESERyE STATION.
RAsseaesr 1rains gaiag East tStop on Signal.)
No. .A.--........................,, "a
Passenger trains going West.
10. 1--.. 35 A. NJ.
Na. 1-..--... p. NJ
fas Meata traasfer meets these trains daily.
Le MeschaceÌbeÌ. [volume] ([Lucy] La.) 1853-1942, 1912-02-24

III. g. J Caire. the prominen,
Yaanter and merchantof Edgard,
has left for the North on q bus
fness4xip.
Le MeschaceÌbeÌ. [volume] ([Lucy] La.) 1853-1942, 1912-02-24

The State Department OF Education
has apportioned to the parish OF st.
John the Baptist the sum OF $5,6O5. %,
this amount being its share Of the
school funds.
Le MeschaceÌbeÌ. [volume] ([Lucy] La.) 1853-1942, 1912-02-24

Il Parish Teachers Library
Association was lately organized
In this parish. The object is to
disseminate knowledge Of 8
pedagogic nature. Persons, other
than teachers. can join the asso-
;r>fa3San.
Le MeschaceÌbeÌ. [volume] ([Lucy] La.) 1853-1942, 1912-02-24

rEaas OF SUBSCRIPTIONS: !.
fSI.0J a Year, Payasl- in Advance. I
Entered al second-ci;,ss matter N..- /
v,aitt.r nth 1903, at the ,'o.i-,tliIce /
al i-dsard, La, under the act OF
naIen ), .o1S. |
Le MeschaceÌbeÌ. [volume] ([Lucy] La.) 1853-1942, 1912-02-24

Mardi Gras day, SO eventful in
New Orleans and elsewhere,
passed cff quietly in this parish.
The spirit af fun was absent, no
anaskers to be seen and the dav.
was not unsimilar, in general
aspect, 10 those preceding and
succeeding it.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-12-02
BASKETBALL LEAGUE
 TO BE ORGANIZED HERE

Now that the football season is over the coaches of the various jnsti- tions of Conway have turned their at tention toward basketball. All the schools have an abundance of mate rial and fast teams are expected to represent each school The armory will be converted into an indoor court and the games will be played there. A large grandstand will be built on eith- CT side with capacity of about 400 people,
 Plans are under headway to organ ize city basketball league with Hen drix, Normal, High School and the To- cal company of militiamen as mem- bers. Also games will be played be- tween members of the league and out of-town teams.
 Heretofore games could be played only when the weather permitted, ow- ing to the fact that there was no in door court, but with the armory court, games can be played both in the daytime and at night, in any kind of weather.
 Coach w. o. Wilson of Hendrix had squad of 30 candidates out ev- cry afternoon last week, and he said that he will have one of the best teams the college has ever turned out. Only one of last years regulars is back this year, but several high school stars of last year are out trying for positions on the team.
 Under the direction of Coach Stew enson, the Normal squad will begin practice this afternoon. He stated to a representative of the Log Cabin
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-12-02

pr. Vim. Sadler, author of "The Cause and Cure of Colds," says that common colds should be taken serious ly, especially when they "hang on" Foley's Honey and Tar Compound is a reliable household medicine for coughs and colds, equally effective for children and for grown persons. Take it when you feel cold coming on. It will avert danger of serious results and cure quickly. No harmful drugs. Sold by Greeson Drug Go. (adv.)
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-12-02
CONWAY TEACHER
 AMONG APPLICANTS
SUPT. OF HOT SPRINGS PUBLIC SCHOOLS NOT YET NAMED
 BY BOARD.

Hot Springs, Nov. Nothwith- standing expectations, the school board tonight did not elect superin- tendent of the city schools, postponing that action until a later date. The unusual spectacle of club women and business and professional men ap- bearing before the board was wit messed when the application of Ury Mckenzie, principal of the high school, this city, was presented.
 Petitions signed by hundreds of residents were offered in his behalf. Attorney L. E. Sawyer represented the petitioners. Mrs. M. c. Thomp- son spoke in behalf of the mothers of Hot Springs for Prof. Mckenzie, and Harry F. Kranz, president of the senior class, represented the student body of the high school.
 Among the other applications re- ceived were those of J. G. Cubage, Hot Springs; s. w. Reid, Arkadel- |phia; J. H. Hinemon and D. H. Boots, South Dakota; F. D. Perkins, Russellville, Ky; N. o. Hopkins, Ok lahoma.
 Attention of the board was also called to the crowded condition of the Oaklawn school, the statement being made that there are 32 seats in one of the rooms containing 65 pupils, and that one-half the pupils in the room have to leave and stand in the halls when new class came in for it's les son.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-12-02
THE SECRET TERROR.

The haunting fear of sickness and helplessness is the secret terror of the working man. Health is his capital. Kidney diseases sap mans strength and vitality. They lessen his earning capacty.i Foley Kidney Pills bring back health and strength by healing the disease. They are the bes tmedi- Icine made for kidney and bladder troubles. The genuine are in the vel low package. Refues any substitute. Sold by Greeson Drug Co. (adv.)
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-12-02

William Berry and J. w. Lawrence of Mayflower are in the city. R. H. Jones is building a cottage in the northeastern part of the city.
 Dr. J. w. Conger and Rev. Otto Wilmington are in Little Rock today,
 Mrs. J. H. Stubbs is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Walton Hogan, in At kins.
 Will Moses of Springfield was the guest of w. H. Norwood and family yesterday.
 J. A. Lea sold to J. T. Phelps 160 acres of land near Linder; considera- tion, $1 800.
 John Lindsey and J. T. Phelps, prominent men from Linder, are in the city today.
 The actual burning of a match fac tory, IS a spectacular picture at the Grand tonight. (adv.)
 Wanted-100 men to join our clothes pressing club at $1 each per month. Conway Steam Laundry. dtf (advl
 J. T. Phelps sold 296 acres of land near Linder to R. c. and J. L. Phelps at $12.50 per acre.
 Woodmen Circle meets tonight. An. nual election of officers. All members urged to be present.
 Mrs. Nora Davidson left yesterday for Palarm, where she will teach the winter term of school.
 George Schitchtl is having his resi- dence on Deer street enlarged and considerably improved.
 John Brady, ". W. Lovil and A. A. Parsons, all prominent citizens of Holland, are in the city today.
 Mrs. R. E. Little returned to her home at Judsonia today, after a visit to Miss Best in Central College.
 J. B. Stevenson, Jr., returned tc Hot Springs yesterday, after a pleas ant visit to his parents in Conway.
 J. Bruce Cox, wife and baby re turned to Little Rock today, after I; visit to Col. and Mrs. G. w. Bruce.
 Miss Helen Adams returned to Pin, Bluff today. She has been the gues of Miss Lola Ezell in Central College E. E. Mitchell, a prominent mer chant of Morrilton, visited his sons Emmett and William, who are stu dents in Hendrix College, Saturda, . evening.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-12-02
THE BUSY WOMAN'S DAY.

It begins early, ends late, and is full of work, She often has kidney trouble without knowing it. Her back aches, and she is tired and worn out Sleeps poorly, is nervous, no appetite. Her bladder gives her trouble, too. Foley Kidney Pills vii lcure all that and make her strong and well. They are the best medicine made for kidney and bladder disorders. Sold by Gree son Drug Co.-d&w (adv.)
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-12-02

Democrat that prospects for a good team is very encouraging.
 The High School will have a boys basketball team this year for the first time in the history of the school. Coach Scott has a world of material from which to select a team, and he believes he will have one of the best High School teams in the state.
 Capt. o. D. Longstreth will have charge of the militia team He has had great deal of experience as a basketball coach and will doubtless turn out first-class team.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-12-02

The many Conway friends of Mr. and Mrs. William Schneider of Little Rock sincerely sympathize with them in the loss of their little 18-months- old daughter, Barbara Erwin, who died at their home Thursday after noon and was buried at Oakland cem- etery Saturday afternoon, Rev. Van Lear conducting the services. Mrs. Schneider will be remembered here as Miss Coy Witt.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-12-02
COUGHING AT NIGHT.

One bad cough can keep the whole family awake at ngiht. Phil. Disor- neau, Schaffer, Mich, says: q could not sleep on account of bad cough, and l was very weak. I used Foley's Honey and Tar Compound, and soon the cough left and I slept soundly all night" Sold by Greeson Drug Com pany.-d&w (adv.)
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-12-02

The war between Italy and Turkey at the Arkway Saturday night was indeed worth many times the price of admission charged, and everyone who was fortunate enough to witness this scene of actual battle left the house well pleased. This picture was made by the Italian kings official photo grapher and is the only real war pie ture ever produced in moving pie lures. The program for tonight is promised to be a good one (advv.)
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-12-02

Dr. J. w. Teas returned from Nor rilton today.
 L. H. Pyle returned from Little Rock yesterday.
 Gus Kanary visited friends in Lit tie Rock Sunday.
 Mrs. W, B. Clayton is spending the day in Little Rock.
 Sol Gleen spent yesterday with friends in Morrilton.
 Mir. and Mrs. John Ray are spend ing the day in Little Rock.
 See the Filibusters' Ship blown to atoms, at the Grand tonight, (adv.,
 Ralph James of Weleetka, Okla, is visiting his father, w. H. James, in this city.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-12-02

Mrs. John Snoddy died very sud denly of heart failure at her home in this city Saturday evening. Her re- mains were carried to Needs Creek cemetery and laid to rest Sunday af- ternoon. One son, Montie Tiere, lives in Conway and she is also survived by several other children, whose names could not be learned.