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The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1915-02-11

AS the readers of the Banner are
aware, our neighboring parish, Red
River, now has two oil fields-the Alb
ington field, west of the river, and the
Crichton field, on the east side. Just
now the Crichton field, the last to be de-
veloped, seems to be attracting most
attention. Mr.. w. P. Belcher, who re-
turned home from Crichton one day last
week, reports that including the original
producing we'll there are about twenty
six rigs within sight of the new town,
and said to be more than forty in the
field.
AS is usually the case in a new devel-
opment in this industry, things are
humping. A depot, begun last week
by the Louisiana Railway, has just been
completed, and, aside from its original
store, the town now has drug store
and in course of construction several
other store buildings, hotel, two room
ing houses, several restaurants and a
moving picture theater. No doubt that
does not enumerate all the contemplated
new enterprises.
The original we'll at Crichton is a
gusher of 5000 barrels capacity. Sew
eral other producers have since been
brought in.
Crichton is on the Louisiana Railway
some six or eight miles south of the
Bossier Parish line, and about four or
five miles northeast of Abingdon. It's
surrounding territory thus far holds out
ever promise of being exceptionally pro-
ductive.
| We are told that the well on sand
bar east of East Point and that at Poole,
in this parish, have been abandoned as
dry holes. The D. G.. Richardson Com
pany of Shreveport, who drilled the
Poole well, will at once begin operations
on new location in that territory.
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The Domestic Art Club.

One of the seasons most delightful
meetings of the Domestic Art Club was
that of Wednesday, February Sd, at the
home of Miss Lucille Edwards.
The guests were received by Miss
Edwards and ushered into the spacious
parlor, where "jolly-good time" at
rock and needle work awaited all.
Miss Edwards, becomingly gowned in
shade of prune, was assisted in the
courtesies of the afternoon by her sister,
Mrs. R. T. Stinson, who wore green,
and her cousin, Mrs. ]. A. Edwards
wearing black, and their attractive little
sons, Ford and Jim, jr., not only afford
ed the guests much pleasure, but were
the recipients of much admiration.
Just prior to the adjournment delici-
GUS refreshments were served.
The invited guests were Mesdames
H. R. Mccullough, C. O. Gayle, Belle
Wise and J. H. Stinson. Children
Larrie Arnold Vance, Robert Stinson
Jennie Rae and Alabel Stinson.
The members present were: Misses
Lucille Edwards, Irma Stinson, Marion
Arnold, Lille Maye Williams, Euls
Hanks, Pauline Dawson, Daisy Story
Mesdames E. w. Doran, Mary Vance
and Aylmer Wyche.
The club will be entertained Wednea.
day, the 18th, by Miss Caroline Irion. K
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nearly eighteen years, and his address
was full of interest and elected the close
attention of all present.
Born last Thursday in Shreveport te
Mr.. and Mrs. R. L. Wyche of this place
boy. This is their second child, both
boys.
Miss Jessie Wyche returned home
Monday from Shreveport, where she
spent week as guest of Mrs. Dallas
Jones.
Mr.. T. H. Ford Of Rocky Mount was
here Monday engaging sweet potatoes
and has since returned to deliver them
That's the way to make the little hill
farm pay. Go to it, Mr.. Fordl
Mr.. John B. Adger left Sunday fol
his home in Gillian after short visit
here with his mother, Mrs. Matte c.
Adger. Mrs. Adger, who came with
him, proceeded to Plain Dealing Sunday
evening and will visit relatives and
friends in that community a day or sc
before proceeding home.
The pupils of the public schools
throughout the parish are reminded that
the R. J. Hancock Chapter, U. D. c., Of
this place, again offers medal this veal
on historical subject, that selected
being, "Albert Sidney Johnston-the
Man, the Citizen, the Soldier" The
paper of the successful contestant viii
also be entered to compete for the Alisor
metal, known as the State metal. Las
year both metals were awarded to &
young lady resident of this parish-Miss
Lilline Logan, daughter of Mr.. and Mrs
j. c. Logan of VAUDEVILLE. Why cam
it be captured by some pupil of Bossiel
Parish again this year?
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CORRESPONDENCE
Haughton.

Monday, Feb. S.-Mrs. Myrtis Elston
is on the sick list.
Mrs. D. A. Horton spent Sunday in
Allendale.
Madame Rumor reports that wedding
bells are ringing.
Miss Evans spent Several days with
Miss Florence Madden.
Mrs. R. w. Collins has returned from
pleasant trip to fremont. S..
Mr.. and Mrs. w. B. Hickman spent
Saturday in Shreveport.
Mrs. E. R. Cornell and children spent
this week with relatives.
Mrs. Edward Wiseman of Shreveport
was pleasant guest of relatives.
Messrs. G. K. McClanahan and E. R.
Cornell attended court in Benton.
Mr. Lynn Virgins left for West Texas
where he will make his future home.
Mrs. w. A. Owens of Shreveport is
spending few days with home folks.
Mr.. and Mrs. T. C. Gibson of Bossier
are visiting Mr.. and Mrs. j. w. Oneal.
Mrs. J. E. Rocks and lovely little
daughters spent Monday in Shreveport.
Mrs. L. H. Padgett spent several days
with her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Jim
Odom.
Mr.. Henry Walton of Shreveport was
a pleasant guest of Mr.. and Mrs. J. G..
Wilson.
Mrs. w. B. Hickman will entertain
the "Needle Craft Club" Wednesday
afternoon.
The many friends of Mr.. Stillman
Willis of Doyline were glad to welcome
him among them.
Mr.. F. F. Vickers of Bellevue attend
ed the meeting of the Grand Lodge of
Masons held in New Orleans.
A health program will be given at the
high school auditorium Friday afternoon
at 2:30 o'clock. All are cordially invit-
| ed to attend.
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Edwards, Misses
| Dawson and Nicholson and Mr.. P. M
Elston witnessed the production OF
"Poor Little Rich Girl" played in
| Shreveport.
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recovering.
Princeton.

Sunday, Feb. 7.-Mr. w. A. Holloman
of Shreveport visited here to-day and
also at the home of Mr.. and Mrs. O.
Harrison of Bellevue.
Mr.. and Mrs. F. E. Burrage went to
Shreveport yesterday.
Mr.. E. E. VanArsdel is in Warren,
Ark, visiting his brother.
Mr.. and Mrs. VanArsdel spent last
Tuesday in Minden visiting friends.
Mr.. Marion Rushing went to Shreve-
port yesterday to get acquainted with
his little niece, Miss Mary Elizabeth
Wilkins.
Mr.. and Mrs. Julian Brown of Hutch.
inson, Kans., have bought a home neal
Bellevue. Their parents, Rev. and Mrs
o. Harrison, are also permanently locat.
ed here.
On the roll of honor of the Princeton
School appears the following names
Kent VanArsdel, Homer VanArsdel
Ennis VanArsdel, MaryVanArsdel, Johr
Burrage, James Burrage, Chester Bur
rage, John Watson, Paul McVey, nearly
all having made over 80 per cent in thei
monthly tests.
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Emma Dots.

Monday, Feb. 8.-Fair weather still
continues.
Bodcau is still up and is going down
very slowly.
The health of this community is very
good at present.
Mrs. Jim Giles spent yesterday with
Mrs. Bird Giles.
Mr.. Jim Mccain spent yesterday with
Mr.. and Mrs. John Collie.
Mr.. and Mrs. John Thomas spent yes
terday with Mr.. and Mrs. Shelton.
Messrs. lobe and Bird Giles made a
business trip to Plain Dealing Saturday
Mr.. Will Logan and family spent Sat,
urday night and yesterday with Mr.
Bird Giles.
Mr.. BARLEY Collie and family have
gone back to Texas, in which State they
expect to make their future home.
Mrs. John Thomas and family spen
part of last week with Mrs. Thomas
mother, Mrs. Black. She reports thai
her mother was very sick. HIGsBIDLE.
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Cottage Grove.

Tuesday, Feb. 9.-Pleasant weather
for the past few days.
Mr.. Lee Peace made business trip to
Shreveport Saturday.
Mr.. Thomas J. Voss made a business
trip to Belcher yesterday.
Mr.. Grayham Swindle returned home
last Monday from Gillian.
Mr.. J. H. Peace made a business trip
to Benton one day last week.
Mr.. S. w. Hart of Hosston was BUSH
ness visitor in Dixie Cross Roads a few
days last week
Mr.. L. L. Linson, accompanied by his
brother, made business trip to Shreve-
port yesterday to carry pork.
Mr.. Leonard McLeish of Collinsburg
spent last Saturday night at the home
of Mr.. and Mrs. J. B. Campbell.
Mr.. and Mrs. L. L. Brannan have re-
moved from Dixie Cross Roads to the
Durbin home, where they will reside
this year.
Friends of Miss Maud Smith of Dixie
Cross Roads regretted to learn of hel
illness, but are plesed to know she il
recovering. ROSE.
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BENTON, LA. :. :. :. FEBRUARY ii, 1915.
+ News Notes
r of the Week

The second week of a jury term of
court usually draws crowd, and Benton
was flooded with visitors several days
this week.
Born to Mr.. and Mrs. Eugene Cook,
IT,, of New Orleans, on the I'd, girl.
Readers of the Banner will remember
Mrs. Cook as Miss Mamie Sibley, reared
in this place. The little one is the first
great great-grandchild of Mrs. Margaret
Caldwell of Plain Dealing.
Mr.. N. M. Belcher left Monday for
Crichton, the new town in one of the
Red River Parish oil fields, where he
joined his brother, Mr.. E. H. Belcher,
who has just opened drug store in that
place. A little later in the season the
first mentioned young man expects to
handle ice in Mooringsport.
Rev. G.. G. Woodbridge of Plain Deal
ing filled his regular appointments at
the Presbyterian Church in this place
Sunday. AS usual, his sermons attracted
good crowds. Announcement was made
during the morning service of one Access
sion to the church-Mr. E. A. Logan,
eldest son of Mr.. and Mrs. Ed Logan OF
this place.
The production of diamonds and
Hearts, a three-act comedy drama, in
this place last Friday night by young
people from our sister town of Plain
Dealing indicates that there is good
talent in that place. The play was sue
cessfully performed and was well receiv-
ed. The attendance was not as large as
was expected, which was no doubt due
to the fact that the play has twice be-
fore been given here by local talent. and
the condition of the roads.
Mrs. M. G. Swami was visitor in
Benton Sunday from her country home,
Swannhaven, on the river front. She
was accompanied by her youngest son,
Mr.. Macon Swami, and Mr.. and Mrs
Louis Domengeaux. Mr.. and Mrs
Domengeaux will reside permanently al
Mrs. Swann's country home and have
charge of it during her absence. They
are natives OF South Louisiana, but re-
moved to this parish from Houston
Texas. We learned that Mrs. Swanr
is not in the best of health just now ano
expects to leave soon for an extended
stay in Florida.
The seating capacity of the little
Presbyterian Church in this place was
taxed almost to its fullest yesterday
evening by those who gathered to heal
the address delivered by Rev. w. F
Junkin of Sutsien Station, China. Tht
strange customs of the people of tina
Tar distant land were freely discussed
particular attention being given to thei
inconsistencies, their unfounded beliefs
their mode of worship, and the discard
ing OF Idols here and there. Mr.. Junkir
mas been missionary to China TO-
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much enjoyed the sermons, and have
been greatly benefited by them.
Miss Gertrude O'Gee from Taylor,
Ark, is visiting relatives and friends
residing here.
Mr.. and Mrs. John Deas, rormer resi-
dents OF this community, but now resid-
ing at Felsenthal, Ark, are visiting re-
latives here and are being given hearty
welcome by old friends.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. A. Simpson of Pine
Bluff, Ark, came in Friday to visit their
sister and brother, Mr.. and Mrs. N. w.
Stewart. Mr.. Simpson returned home
Sunday, but Mrs. Simpson and little
daughter, Lila, will remain several days
longer.
Rev. Waller filled the pulpit at the
Baptist Church Sunday morning. Fol-
lowing the service two deacons, Messrs.
E. G. Dodson and J. H. O'Daniel were
ordained. A basket dinner was spread
and all present enjoyed feast. In the
afternoon Rev. Hinson gave an excellent
talk on Sunday schools.
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BOSSier City.

Tuesday, Feb. 9.-The farmers are
glad to see the warm, sunny days and are
beginning their farm work.
Miss Lyde McCranie and Mr.. C. H.
Wallace were guests of DR.. and Mrs.
A. c. Wilmington Sunday.
Rev. Hickson filled his appointments
at the Baptist Church Sunday morning
and evening. Rev. Pierrett also filled
his appointments at the Methodist
Church that day.
The Dramatic Club of Bossier City is
preparing to give "Billy's Bungalow"
for the benefit of the library and athlet-
les of the Bossier City High School.
The date of the performance will be
Friday, the 26th. HARRIS.
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Atkins.

Monday, Feb. 8.-Misses Winnie Ca
hill and Katie Prince visited friends in
East Point yesterday.
Messrs. Cline and Pennfield were Wis
itors in our town Friday.
Messrs. Lake Cornell, Chenvert and
Greene we're visiters to Shreveport last
week.
Mr.. George Atkins Of Shreveport spent
last week here looking after his farming
interests.
Mrs. T. D. Connell went to Shreveport
Saturday to see the play, "The Poor
Little Rich Girl"
The Atkins Literary Society met FRI
day evening and rendered the following
program:
1. Song-by the school.
2. Declamation-Char Green.
3. Dialogue, "The Sick Baby'-Anni-
lee Franklin and Rodolph Prince.
A. Jokes-Curtis Phennel.
5. Reading-Lizzie Reynolds.
6. Song-First and Second Grades.
Z. Defamation, "Lasca" Emma Rey-
The next meeting will take place on
the goth, when we will have Health
Day program. The public is invited te
attend.
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Adner.

Monday, Feb. o.-We are having some
fine weather at present and are all en-
joying it. The farmers are all wearing
smiles on their faces.
Mr.. w. H. Farmer left Sunday for
Benton to serve as petit juror.
Several new families have moved into
our settlement, and we give them a
hearty welcome.
Mr.. and Mrs. R. O. Busbey spent yes
terday with their parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
SIS. Rounsavall.
Misses Annie Pilkinton and Myrtis
Rounsavall spent last Tuesday night
with Mrs. R. O. Busbey.
Mr.. Marion Finuf returned home Fri
day morning. He has been in Benton
serving on the Grand Jury.
Mrs. S. S. Rounsavall and eldest
daughter, May Belle, were visitors in
Shreveport Tuesday and Wednesday.
Mrs. C. w. Berry has recovered from
her long spell of illness and is able to be
out again to enjoy the beautiful weather.
Mr.. Barker came in from Shreveport
this morning. He has been there visit
ing his son and daughter, Mr.. and Mrs.
A. Finuf.
The young people of Adner are prac-
ticing a play, to be given within a few
weeks. The title is "The Deacon's Tri-
bulations."
Mrs. Staffelbach, who has been i'll fol-
several weeks, is now improving. Your
correspondent hopes she will soon en-
tirely recover. .s.
| Mr.. and Mrs. Finuf called on theil
new neighbors, Mr.. and Mrs. Emmons,
who have just moved into our community
from Michigan.
Our school is progressing very nicely
We have eighteen enrolled. Severa
have been absent the past few days or
account of sickness and bad weather.
Our teacher, Miss Annie Pilkinton
returned Sunday evening from Bossier
where she spent the weekend with hel
parents, Mr.. and Mrs. R. E. Pilkinton.
Mr.. Alvin Wisener of Shreveport
came out Sunday morning and spen
the day with his brother Walter ant
his grandparents, Mr.. and Mrs. Finuf
He returned home on the southbount
evening train. .....
| Don't be surprised if you hear wed
ding bells ringing out soon in this com
munity. NAMELEss.
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Big Bargain Sale!

4 The biggest Bargain Sale ever held in
Plain Dealing was inaugurated yester-
day at j. P. KEETH's STORE and will be
continued for ten or more days, or until
Mr.. Keeth sufficiently reduces his large
stock. The sale began at ten O'Clock
and within a few minutes thereafter
there was a perfect jam of humanity.
Notwithstanding there were more than
dozen extra clerks provided for the
occasion, the rush continued until after
dark to such an extent that only few
of the clerks could find time to snatch a
hasty morsel of food. The customers
evidently found what they wanted, il
one could Judge by their pleased ex-
preston as they left the store.
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Plain Dealing.

Tuesday, Feb. 9.-Bright, sunny days
again.
The cackle of the industrious hen is
heard in the land.
Miss Lille M. Stampley Of Carteryille
has accepted position in the store Of
Mr.. j. P. Keeth.
Miss lola Keoun, popular teacher in
one of the Shreveport public schools,
spent the weekend here with her par
ents, DR.. and Mrs. T. N. Leoun.
On January 3Oth Mr.. J. "A. Mitchell, a
former well known resident of this place,
but now residing in Texarkana, Ark,
J was united in marriage to some young
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Around the Court House.

Bossier District Court was reconvened
Monday morning, with both Judge
Sandlin and District Attorney Robert
son of Minden present. d..
The case of Frank Mathis, the negro
who is charged with having killed an
Italian at Bossier City, was fixed for
Monday, but was again continued. His
bond was fixed at $1,000.
The six other cases tried that day were
those of j. M. Cole (two charges),
Corby Allen, Tillman Demoss, j. A.
Sutton and Jake Mines, all of whom
were charged with retailing intoxicating
liquor without license. All were tried
and found guilty except Corby Allen,
who plead guilty.
In his first case Mr.. Cole was SEN
fenced to six months in Jail and all costs
of suit, and in the second case fine of
$500 and all costs, with six months ad-
ditional in Jail in default of paying the
fine. He will appeal his case. His
bond was fixed at $500, which has been
furnished.
Jake Mines was sentenced to five
months in Jail and fine of $3.50 and all
costs, with four months additional in Jail
for non payment of fine. He will also
appeal his case, and has been released
on bond.
Mr.. Sutton was given six months in
Jail and fined $3.50 and all costs, and in
default Of the payment of the fine will
have to remain in Jail three months ad-
ditional.
Corby Allen was sentenced to Jail for
four months and to pay all costs of his
suit.
Tillman Demoss received like SEN
tence.
All of the above five named who were
found guilty of selling intoxicants fex-
cept Jake Mines) were taken to Shreve-
port Tuesday morning and lodged in the
Caddo Parish Jail. Mr.. Collie returned
here yesterday, but left during the day
for his home near Cotton Valley.
Seth Young, charged with cutting to
kill, was tried by jury Tueseay and
found guilty of assault with dangerous
weapon. He has not yet been sentenced
/ The case of Willie Young, charged
with the larceny of cow, was continued
The case against Will Lewis and
George Graham, charged with larceny
was also continued.
There were two charges against Henry
Berry, the same being burglary ant
larceny. One was nolprosed. He plead
guilty to burglary and larceny in the
day time, and was sentenced to the State
Penitentiary for three years for bur
glary and one year for larceny.
The two charges against George
HALEY were carrying concealed weapons
and shooting to kill. To the first b.
plead guilty and on the other charg'
was tried by jury and found guilty o
assault with dangerous weapon. Sen
tence has not yet been passed on him.
Allen Richardson plead guilty to re
failing Intoxicating liquor and was sen
fenced to four months in Jail and to pa.
all costs of suit.
Red Bell plead guilty to carrying con
cealed weapons and to the additional
charge of discharging pistol at a pub
lie place. In the first case he was sen
fenced to three months in Jail and al
costs, and in the other thirty days il
Jail, to date from the expiration of tn
first sentence.
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Silver Tea.

The ladies of the Presbyterian Church
will give a silver tea Friday evening,
February 10Th, at the Knights of Pythias
Hall. Refreshments costing from sill
yer dime up will be served, the proceeds
to go for the benefit of the church. No
charge will be made at the door. Games
and other forms of entertainment will
be INDUCED in. Hours, from six until
eleven o'clock pm. The public is cor
daily invited. D.
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Cotton Quotations.

Yesterdays Shreveport cotton quot
lions were as follows:
Ordinary, SO cents.
Good ordinary, Ga cents.
Low middling, So cents.
Middling, IL cents.
Good middling, $50 cents.
Receipts for the day, 1913 bales.
Total receipts, 1871 ,555 bales.
Shipments to date, "a, $50 bales.
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Tax Notice.

Corporation taxes of the Village Of
Plain Dealing for the year 1914 are now
delinquent, and unless paid before
March 1st it will become necessary to
advertise to enforce collections. Please
be prompt and save expense.
G-2 J. T. MANRY, Collector.