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The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14
THE BIG sTock-RAIslNG VENTURE

In reproducing in full, Mrs. Julia
Truitt Bishops article on "The Birth
of a Stock Farm" the occasional er-
rors made are not corrected, being 80
obvious that they will not be mislead-
ing. The write-up is as good as could
be expected of one getting facts at
second hand. In short while, The
True Democrat will furnish write-up
of the farm that will give clearer pic
ture, with no injustice to what has
been done in the past. West Feliciana
has been slowly moving towards stock
raising by the example and precept OF
the late ]. B. McGehee and others.
This fact need In no way detract from
the extensive plans of the John M.
Parkers, father and son, now in pro-
cess of exposition, but should serve
rather as an additional proof of the
entire practicability of, and the fine
future that will reward, their efforts.
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14
WAKEFIELD NEWS.

Mrs. L. ]. Davis and Miss Lulie went
to Baton Rouge Friday morning and
returned Saturday night.
Mr.. R. H. Stirling went to Natchez
Thursday.
Mrs. W. L. Stirling was in town
Monday.
Miss Jane Argue was in town Satur
day.
Mrs. G. B. Hamilton and her sister
Miss Mabel Howell, spent Sunday in
Woodville.
A Junior Auxiliary branch of the
Episcopal church has been organized
at the home of Miss Helen Stirling.
Mr.. T. D. Terry and Mr.. Whitman
Wilcox were in town Tuesday.
DR.. C. F. Howell was in st. Francis
Vile Tuesday.
Mr.. John Spillman has been Wis
itor of the Wildblood home during thu
weekend
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14
FUNERAL OF MRS. LEWIS.

The body Of Mrs. Sarah Lewis, who
died in Crystal Springs, Miss, Tues.
day, was brought here for burial, the
funeral services taking place at Grace
Church, Thursday morning at half past
ten o'clock, having been kept in the
sacred building during the night pre-
vious. Mrs. Lewis was little known
here, except by older residents, and
by family connection who loved her
tenderly. She was the widow of Henry
Martyr Lewis of San Antonio, Texas,
a brother of the Rev. DR.. Lewis, one
Of the beloved rectors of Grace Church,
whose memory is as green to-day in
the hearts of those who loved him, as
when he first passed away to his re-
ward. Mr.. Henry Lewis was a promi
nent lawyer Of San Antonio, but died
many years ago. After his death, his
widow, who was born Sarah Collins, q
native Of Lafourche parish, made hel
home with her mother, and her sister
Mrs. Gilmore of Crystal Springs, Miss
Mrs. Lewis was in her 87th yeal
and was the last of her generation
She was an aunt of Mrs. S. H. Barrow
and a cousin of Mrs. S. McC. Lawrason
Mrs. ]. A. Ventress, Mrs. VIM. Ball ant
Mrs. Jessie Lewis, all Of this parish
Beside beloved members of her family
who had gone before to lead the way
her mortal body was laid to rest il
Grace Churchyard.
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14
WHEN THE FUMES HAVE
CLEARED AWAY.

Last Friday a notice was received
stating that our school building was in
horrible condition." and orders
were issued to make general clean
up. On account of so many cases Of
measles and chicken-pox in the com.
munity, preparations were already be-
ing made for fumigating when this no.
tice was received. Very naturally this
FASTENED matters. So, bright and early
Saturday morning, the conflict with
the germs began. The battle was short,
sulphurous, decisive.
The building has been scrubbed from
top to bottom, thoroughly fumigated,
and the floors are now being oiled. The
toilets are sanitary. There was some
difference of opinion as to whether
Il last weeks statement In regard to the
havoc wrought by "Bacilli Verdigris"
should have been set forth In the gu.
perlative degree. However, as to the
condition now, we are all Of one opin-
ion. We venture the assertion that
there is not school building in the
state in more healthful condition
than the one in our town.
But now that the sulphur has ceased
to burn, why should we cherish the
memory of it's odor? Since the air has
been clarified, why not rather breathe
of the life-giving oxygen? Measles
and chicken-pox have done their worst.
Pupils are fast returning to resume
their studies. Give them words Of en-
couragement; look for the best in our
school; hope for the development OF
the highest ideals; be willing to ex.
press those hopes. Let us work TO-
gether with one accord. Let US strive
in every way to place our school among
the foremost schools of the state. Let
us be loyal. Let US boost. Why not!
The fumes have cleared away.
| w. 8. BLISS.
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14
THOSE DEAR, DEAR DOGS.

Several mad dogs which have pass
ed through the western portion Of this
county during the past two months
have bitten numbers of dogs, cattle
and other animals, and as result
rabies has developed among some OF
those that were bitten. Mr. Willie
James, who lives at Pond, was forced
to kill two cows last week which were
affected with hydrophobia, and we I'M
derstand that other animals have de-
veloped the disease. The citizens OF
that section should join together in an
effort to get rid of all dogs and animals
which have been bitten, for it Is use
less to take any chances in such cases
Woodville Republican.
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14
FIRE SIGNALS.

AS there are a number Of people
living here now who are not familiar
with the fire signals of the town, we
give below the territory embraced In
each fire district and the signal for
fire in each district:
District No. 1-From corporation
limit adjoining the town of Bayou
Sara and runs to the top OF the hill"
at the Rettig property. Signal for fire
for District No. ia one long blast on
power house siren, followed by sue
cession of short blasts
District No. Prom top of the hilp
to the Jail lane Signal for fire in
District No is two long blasts on
siren, followed by succession of short
blasts
District No. 3--From the jail lane
taking In all Of st. Francisville to cor
poration limits on Woodville and Baton
Rouge roads. Signal for fire in Dis
trict No. is three long blasts on
siren, followed by succession of short
blasts.
District No. 4--The entire town of
Bayou Sara. Signal for fire in District
No. 4 is four long blasts on siren fol-
lowed by succession of short blasts.
When fire is reported out to the
power house, one long blast will be
given on siren.
When a fire breaks out. the fact
should be reported at once to the pow
er house, either by telephone or other
wise; but, If by telephone, the person
reporting should tell the telephone
operator where the fire Is, SO he can
notify inquirers where the fire is. Of
ten people can not hear the siren well
Ienough to tell where the fire Is, and as
people often report fire to the power
house without telling the operator at
Exchange where it is, the telephone ex-
change Is unable to tell their subscrib-
ers where the fire is. So, when calling
for power house to report fire always
tell the operator at exchange where
the fire Is. This will get immediate
attention from the telephone exchange
and at the same time the operator can
assist in spreading the alarm.
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14
TAKING PAsTEuR TREATMENT.

Mr.. George Rettig and youngest
daughter, Margaret, went to New Or
leans Friday morning to take the Pas.
teur treatment. The little girl was
bitten by the pet dog on Sunday, Feb.
%, when Mr. Rettig beat the dog and
it ran away. During the day, the chill
dren wanted the dog back, 80 Mr.. Ret
tig went to get it. In bringing 1t back,
from up the street near Mrs. Leonards,
of the cause of its death its head was
sent to New Orleans for examination,
and the first report was that there was
no trace of hydrophobia, but a letter
was received on Thursday advising
Mr.. Rettig that the Pasteur treatment
had better be taken at once, as on in
jecting the brain of the animal into q
well dog the latter had developed
rabies. A message from Mr.. Rettig
later on Friday announces that they
| had already taken first treatment, and
which must be continued twice daily
for eleven days. They are boarding
near the hospital
Thus another painful incident, II nc
worse, is added to the list Of pet dog
casualties, involving expense, anxiety
etc., to the sufferers. We hope to live
to see the day when the dog will be az
rare a pet as a. cobra or wolf.
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14
RECTOR RECEIVES ANOTHER
CALL.

Rev. A. w. Skardon announced to
his congregation at Grace Church, Sun
day morning, that he had received a
call from Mt. Olivet Church, Algiers.
The subject will be further discussed
and possibly decided at the congrega-
tional meeting, after service, on Sun
day. His people here are full of con-
sternation at the possibility of losing
his services, at the same time feeling
that they can hardly interpose their
wishes where something better Is Of
fered him. The outcome is awaited
with general interest as every one
likes Mr.. Skardon.
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14
PERSONALS FROM THE JACKSON
RECORD.

Mr.. E. w. Carmena spent Sunday at
Freeland with friends.
Miss Eva Harvey spent the holidays
at Freeland.
Mr. and Mrs. C. T. Noteworthy OF
st. Francisville were with their par
ents, Mr.. and Mrs. F. M, Noteworthy,
On Saturday and Sunday.
The pleasant weather last Sunday
brought out-of-town residents in to
service. Among those were Mr.. and
Mrs. Walter Maryman, Mr.. and Mrs
II. A, Lea, Miss Lillian Lea and Master
Henry Muse Lea.
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14

Messrs. McKowen Smith and John
Bell went to Hammond this week, rep
resenting Bayou Sara Lodge, No. 80,
Independent Order of Odd Fellows.
DR.. A. F. Barrow attended In his ca
pacity as Grand Representative and
Past Grand Master. At the opening
exercises, he made an address which
elected much applause.
Mrs. ]. r. Davidson and Mrs. ]. Q
Temple, past presidents and Mrs. Eva
Hamilton for Bayou Sara No. 3 attend
ed the Rebekah Assembly, which me-
at the same time as the Grand Lodge,
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14
WHAT DID YOU Dor

Did you give him lift? He's a brother
of man,
And bearing about all the burden he
can.
Did you give him smile? He was
downcast and blue,
And the smile would have helped him
to battle it through.
Did you give him your hand? He was
slipping down hill,
And the world, 80 fancied, was using
him ILL.,
Did you give him word? Did you
show him the road,
Or did you just let him 90 on with his
load?
Don't you know it's the part of
brother OF man
To find what the grief is and help Il
you can?
Did you stop when he asked you t
give him lift,
Or were you 30 busy you left him II
shift?
oh, l know what you say may b.
true
But the test of your manhood is: Wha
did you do?
Did you reach out hand? Did yo
find him the road,
Or did you just let him go by wit
his load?
u. w. Fole.
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14
SCHOOL NOTES.

Supt. H. ]. Smith has been having
his eyes treated, and is wearing green
glasses. The pupils have been assist
ing him with his correspondence and
reading to him.
Mr.. Smith uses a graphophone in
drilling the boys in athletics. In other
words, they move to sweet music.
In cooking class, they were making
a Welsh rabbit. All went well, til
some one innocently asked where's
the rabbit"
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14

A few truckers conferred together
on Tuesday Plans were laid for ship
ping about 40 cars of cabbages more
than amount already contracted for
Good prices are expected, on account
of the heavy freezes farther north
Tomatoes, beans, ETC., will be planted
and cauliflower seed will be ordered
from Germany, for a more extensive
planting of that vegetable in the fall.
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14

The largest amount Of property ever
put UP at public sale in this parish,
during present day memory, was held
Saturday when the bankruptcy sale of
J. F. Irvine was held. Some of the
property was bought by Mrs. John F.
irvine ST., who held good deal of
mortgage paper on it. There were no
bids on much of the land, and it will
probably be disposed of at private sale,
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14

Mr.. Chas G. McGehee went down
to Pinckneyville during the week and
brought back with him an Aberdeen
Angus bull which he bought from Mr..
D. F. Merwin. The bull, which weighs
1850 pounds, is very fine individual
and will prove great addition to the
owners herd of cattle.-Woodville Re
publican.
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14

Mr.. David Young of the Plains, while
on a visit to his brother, Mr. Poss
Young, in Slaughter, was suddenly
stricken with pneumonia and died af
ter a short illness. His age was 7e
wears. He is also brother of Doctors
Henry and Ike Young, well known In
this section of the country.
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14

The sale of the effects Of the Bayou
Sara Lumber Co. Ltd, held Monday
resulted in the purchase of the mill
and the timbered land by the Union
Trust Co. who held the lumber com
nanv's bonds. Some of the machinery
was bought by different persons, who
held liens against 1t. The town lott
we're similarly disposed Of
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14
Latest popular sheet music loo per
copy, at the Royal Pharmacy.

Capt. ]. B. Brooks picture show has
received good patronage, during the
week, the house being crowded on each
occasion. The building, formerly the
Schaffer store, at foot of hill has been
neatly fitted up for its new purpose
with inclined floor, freshly painted
walls, and good facilities in general for
showing the pictures, which are cor
rectly chosen.
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14

]. B. Freeland of Baton Rouge, who
conducted a drug store at foot OF hill
for number of months, has closed his
store. not finding it sufficiently profit
able Losing him is much regretted.
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14

GRACE CHURCH.
Rev. Alvin w. skardon, Rector.
Third Sunday in Lent
Holy Communion, 1880 a. m.
Sunday School, $50 a. m.
Morning Prayer and Sermon, HOO
o'clock
Evening Prayer, 5 o'clock.
Daily morning service at 8 o'clock,
and evening service at S o'clock.
There will be evening service and
sermon at st. Johns, Laurel Hill, at
4 o'clock.
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14

Services were held at CLANCY Creek
Baptist Church, Freeland, La, last
Sunday. Rev. ]. D. Norris OF Zachary
preached a forceful and timely ser
mon, which was greatly appreciated
by the congregation
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14
RU B.MY-T 6 M
Will cure youf Rheumatism

Win cure your NheumatISm
Neuralgia, Headaches, Cramps,
Collie, Sprains, Bruises, Cuts and
Burns, Old Sores. Stings of Insecs
Etc. Antiseptic AnodyEe, used in
ternatly and externally. Price Csc.
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14

Mail orders for gents furnishing
goods and clothing receive prompt at
tention when sent to E. A. Laboye
Ration Rouge. (Advt.
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14
METHODIST CHURCH.

REGULAR SERVICES.
list Sunday, st. Francisville II a. IN.
and 1880 p. m.
End Sunday, Star Hill II a. NJ, and
st. Francisville 1880 p. m.
3rd Sunday, Wilhelm II a. M, and
st. Francisville 1870 p. m.
4th Sunday, New Hope II a. m, and
st. Francisville 7:30 p. m.
Sunday School every Sunday morn
ing at 9:45.
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14

You can get prompt delivery by
parcel post on all furnishing goods
bought from e. A. Laboye, Baton
Rouge. (Advt)
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14

Every business, 1t matters not how
small, should have neatly printed sta
tionery. That's the kind we print.
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14

CATHOLIC CHURCH.
During Lent, Way of the Cross every
Friday afternoon at 4 o'clock.
The true Democrat. [volume] (Bayou Sara [La.]) 1892-1928, 1914-03-14

Get the Little AID" habit.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-12-18
ECONOMICAL AND USEFUL
 CHRISTMAS PRESENTS

the machine or hem by hand and sew the lace on the right side. Do not fun. merely holding easily. save at the corr ners. which must have enough fullness to lie fiat or may be mitered-
 In the middle front of each cover about an inch from the lace, work in-s itia1s or a monogram in a medallion. This may be in cross stitch in colors. but more suitable for pique is a well padded letter done in satin stitch in white rnercerized cotton. Various makes and kinds of embroidery cotton are in favor, but choose preferably a soft strand thread that will spread when working, yet has a high sheen. DO not use too caarse a thread. Make it a rule tosl1se number or even two numbers finer than most of the art de- partnentss advise. In buttonholing a scallop heavier thread can be selected than that for the lettering.
 Tn choosing a lace good width Is from an inch and half to two inches. PreferabIy get a design with firm edge that will not fray in laundering. To turn the corners easily run a gatber- ing thread for several inches beyond where the plain stitching stops and pin into place. Sew firmly. If you wish to join the edge of the lace to the cover with a brier stitching or chain stitch of the mercerized cotton the lace, save at the corners. need only be pasted on.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-12-18

HyHIS season, when economy counts
 it is important to select Christmas gifts with an eye to economy and use- fulness. As rule. this is best accom- pIished by making cnes gifts rather than buying them.
 The secret of a successful gift Is 1o give each friend eamething he or she wants. The day for Christnas junk has passed-or should be. Consider. earefnl1y the needs and taste of each recipient and choose accordingly. Do not for instance. make for the woman who can afford to buy costly under wear the dainty brassiere or night dress thai will be so welcome to the girl on small income. The rich friend will prefer novelty in workbag or hrlzt- ting bag. bureau cover, practical p1ncushion top or an unusual set Of doilies for the table.
 Many women have bureaus or dress } ing tables of odd sizes. If .yon wish to make a-nif with your gift secretly get the measurements and make covers ' that fit
 handsome and practical set can be made. from Ane pique. A nice grade can be bought from S5 to 50 cents a time the edges of the covers may be trimmed with cIuny or linen Iaces oth- efwise finish the edges with hand work.
 If your friend has a bureau. a dress ing table and chest of drawers in her room a cover for each will be welcome, with a pdncushion cover to match. The amount of material needed depends upon. the measurements. but good average cover is a yard long and a half yard wide. Thus forty inches of thirty-six to forty inch linen or pique will make two covers by splitting it Iengthwise.
 : when lace is used to trim the edge
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-12-18

If candlesticl<s are used place them around the centerpiece.
 At the place of each individual the plate and napkin. with such knives, forks. spoons, glasses, etc. as are needed. make up what is called a cover. Twenty inches of space be- tween covers is the least that should be allowed Thirty inches is much better
 The forks are placed at the left the knives and spoons at the right, the cut ting edge of the knives turned toward the plate, which is placed in the center with the napkin upon 1t. into which is thrust crusty roll
 The quantity of forks and knives must be regulated. of course by the number of courses. In the illustration knives and forks and spoons are pro- vided for only a family dinner. with soup, roast and dessert.
 A pretty decoration is made of red tissue paper bells, depending from a large bell hung from the chandelier and fastened to four points of the round ta.- ble Cards are painted with red Christmas bell and the name and placed in the proper cover.
 MAY WILMOTH {
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-12-18
9a1a4e 4sepa,ta
LINGERIE RUNNERS
 FOR CHRISTMAS GIFTS

HAVE you made any of tho 1inRsrsS
 runners which are used for under wear in lieu of baby ribbon? Ihsv never have to be changed as long e the waist lasts They are vsry simple in design do not take many minutes to make and save one the trouble ue re- noval from the garment when 1t 1s laundered. The cost Is slight, since the floss of which they are made costa but 25 cents ball. and one ball will n1al1s fifteen cords Small slkeins of the dos8 can be purchased if one doesn't cara to have so many of a single color
 Cut off two f1ve-yard lengths and tis the two ends together, or, if tt ls cut ia a ten yard length, tie a knot In th4 center, leaving but one or two inchea. Double the string in the middle, having ends of equal length. and tis a kuoG Place the knot between thumb and third finger of right hand, loop one end over first finger of right hand from outside between first and second fla gers and hold by thumb with knot Take other end in left hand and s8ip the floss between third and fourth Gn- gers of left hand; put first finger of leEt hand through long loop over first finger of right hand and catch thread run ming. to fourth finger Of left ana dHaazF the end up with the right hand Re- peat with the left hand and draw up with the right one, always alternating hands and loops. A light knot will not be made until the second loop Is A1adsy but always remember to catch with tha first finger the end of the floss. which will not draw up, and you will have no difficulty.
 Continue until the end ts reached: then make a small tassel by winding the floss seven times around tho drBt two fingers, catching to the cord, winding so it won't slip and cutting the fhraads fo form the fassel.
 The cord when finished will bo long enough to run through the ordinary underwaist It is advisable to leave off the second tassel until the cord is run through the waist. as the end might be too heavy to go through tho beading without tearing.
 The runners make charming Christ mas gifts, which can be inelosed in an
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-12-18
Hllurfns Gowns Of Lace

EINE black lace over black or white
 charmeuse composes some aIluring dresses. the bodices mainly of trIle stitched with lines Of mock diamonds or jet. Entire princess overdresses of jet cotte de maille are much in evil dence. These. for the most part. are hlrny about the decoT1etage and are often ornamented1 with 1ooped chains of jet to harmonize with the general scheme. A
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-12-18
Preserved Cbristmae Crees

to learn that a process has been discov- cred by which real trees can be pre- served for an indefinite length Of time.
 Heretofore we have perforce depend ed upon the spruce and fir trees within reach Of the great cities for Christmas needs, but now the silver spruce of the middle west can enter into competition because it can be preserved readily to prevent the evaporation of it's mois- ture. thus keeping fresh and finally fire proofed, without destroying its pristine beauty unless exposed to great heat.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-12-18
Mum Convenfencee

SEW inside your mun small bone N ring about three-fourths Of an inch in diameter, such as is used for fancy work, attached to a. short piece of ribbon. 4 handkerchief may be drawn through this ring. Gloves may be buttoned into it. and it will securely hold ones veil or even small parcel.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-12-18

KTyE have all become more or less ac-
 customed to artificial Christmas trees, for. while they do not have the delicious odor of the real tree. they are appreciated for tie fact that they do nos shed nesdl4s and may also be fold ed up and laid away until next year. They do require more decoration, how ever, tkazz kbA real xzse in ordsr to hide thsfrs art1fciality. and the household that c1ings to traditions aongs for the ~eal thing: hence 1t win interest many