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American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1916-01-06
TALK OF BIG DAM REVIVED.

American Fails people, regardless of creed, color or bus
mess interests would welcome the building of a dam at this
point, such as is mentioned elsewhere in this issue. The
only hope is that there is something behind the talk. The
only thing that would be deplored is the talk of its build
ing with nothing to justify it. .
For four years building in American Falls was practi-
caly at a standstil because of this projected enterprise.
People were afraid to build or improve. They finally took
the sane view that even if the dam should be built their
property would be paid for at a fair price, or equally val
liable property given them instead and their improvements
duplicated or paid for at a fair valuation. Following this
return of confidence we have had two years of splendid
building development.
And that is exactly what would happen should the dam
be built. No one would suffer loss but all would gain by
having a better town and by the vast sum expended in build
ing the dam. Not the least worry, therefore, should be
occasioned by the renewed talk of the dam. People will
feel free to go ahead with contemplated improvements.
They have lost the timidity that once possessed them and it
is right that this should be so. .
If the project is finally financed and constructed it will
benefit all. The wiping out of the townsite, which will
practically result, will be more than compensated for by
a more compactly built and a more attractive town. The
rights and interests of all will be protected and causes Of
friction that now exist will be removed.
The plans that were made by the Miner people, the
Press is informed on reliable authority, are the ones con-
templated if the present consolidation of interests is eff
fected. The only new feature is that Of the reclamation
service, the cooperation of which will be necessary to in
sure the undertaking of the project. This secured an ap-
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1916-01-06
FEELING THE POLITICAL PULSE.

The Gem State Rural, Idaho's leading agricultural pa
per, is asking it's readers to take a straw vote on the NOM
nation Of a candidate for governor. The purpose of this
is to get a finger on the public pulse. Remembering the
Indifference of people on such matters, or their proneness
to pass such things by without recording their
preference, the Gem State Rural offers $1,000 in cash to
the one writing the best article of not more than 200 words
giving his reasons for his preference. Whether they write
or not the paper asks it's readers to fill out sign and mail
the coupon printed in it's issue of January l. Among the
candidates mentioned is D. w. Davis of American Falls
Following is a copy of the coupon as it appeared in that
paper, and may be used by any who did not receive the
Gem State Rural of that date, or who have destroyed
the same. The purpose is to get an expression from the
people:
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1916-01-06
WHO SHOULD BE THE NEXT GOVERNOR OF
IDAHO. N WHY?

Should Governor Alexander have another term?
Should Jim Hawley take his place?
Or should it be a Republican, Ed Dewey of Nampa,
George Crum of Lewiston, D. w. Davis of American
Falls, Capt. E. G. Davis of Boise, Herman F. Taylor
of Standpoint, Burton L. French of Moscow, or ex-
Gov. Haines? How about G. H. Martin of Standpoint
or H. E. McElroy of Boise? Who should be the next
governor of Idaho and why?
What do you think about it? The Gem State Ru-
raj believes it would be interesting to know. In fact,
we are willing to pay some money to get the opinion
ing not more than 200 words, and send it to us before
February 18th, 1916. Ten Dollars cash will be paid
for best article. Any resident of Idaho may compete.
We reserve the right to use any article submitted.
If you don't want to write an article, fill out the
coupon below, detatch and mail it in. 1t will give us
a good line on how the farmers feel about state pol
tics and it may help your man.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16
Death Of Louis J. Leche.

Louis J. Leche, brother-in- law
and cousin Of Judge Paul Leche, of
this city, and Mrs. w. L. Tearney, of
Mccall, died in New Orleans last
Monday afternoon, and his remains
were brought to Donaldsonville the
following day for interment. The
funeral took place from the T. & P.
depot upon the arrival Of train No.
% at 1853 p. M, burial being made
in the Catholic cemetery. Mr.. Leche
was so years of age, and was native
and lifelong resident of New Orle-
ans. For twenty-one years he served
as principal of the Laurel school in
that city. He suffered a stroke of
apoplexy while in his Office shortly
before school closed Monday after
noon, and died before the arrival of
an ambulance. Mr.. Leche was fig
ure in the public school life of New
Orleans for the past forty-two years,
having begun his career as teacher
when only Is years old. He is sur
vived by his wife and two children
Charleville and Ilka.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16
Woodchoppers Choose Officers.

The annual election Of officers of
Olive Camp No. Is, Woodmen of the
World, was held Wednesday night,
the following being chosen to admin
ister the affairs Of the organization
for the ensuing year: Emile Dugas,
consul commander; 7. B. Mary, ad-
wiser lieutenant; A. J. Melancon,
banker; J. C. Bouchereau, clerk; En-
nett Hohensee, escort; Felix Sanchez,
watchman; F. Arceneaux, sentry; N.
Eris, manager for term of three years !;
Drs. E. K. Sims, P. T. Thibodaux and
D. C. Brumfeld, physicians. Robert
Henderson, A. J. Melancon, Joseph
N. Gisclard, Ferrier Blanchard and J.
C. Bouchereau were elected to rep
resent the camp at the annual con-
vention of the Louisiana head camp to
be held at New iberia in March. Af-
ter the business program had been
completed the meeting was adjourned
and the members repaired to the ante
room, where a tempting cold lunch
was partaken of and pleasant period
of fraternal intercourse enjoyed. The
new corps Of officers will be formally
installed with appropriate -fleo5oI sonies
at the first meeting of lco~tamp in
January.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16
L.ouyiere-.Schexnavdre, I.

On Monday, Dec. 4, at 4 o'clock in
the afternoon, Walter Louviere, of
Union, and Miss Anita Schexnaydre,
OF Belle Helene, were married in st.
Father Adrien Loots officiating. The
fathr Adrien Loots officiating. The
bride entered leaning on the arm of
her father, Ernest schexnaydre, Her
brother, Victor schexnaydrA.ve ~sd sd as
best man, and Miss Ida Dubois, of
Gonzales, was maid of honor A re-
ception at the home of the brides par
ents followed the ceremony, many
relatives and friends attending. La
ter in the evening the young couple
motored to their new home on Lin
wood plantation, at Belle Helene. A
host Of friends join in wishing them
unhounded happiness and prosperity
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16
Negro Girl Burned to Death.

Victoria Yates, a 9-year-old negro
girl, was burned to death Wednes-
day afternoon while playing about a
fire in the yard Of her parents home
on the west bank of Bayou Lafourche
about two miles below Donaldsonville.
The mother of the little girl had
come to Donaldsonville, leaving Vic
toria and her sister at home. The
children started fire in the yard and
were playing at cooking, when Victo-
ria's dress became ignited. All of
her clothing was burned from her
body before neighbors reached the
scene, death resulting in few min
utes The remains of the unfortu-
nate girl were inferred in the DON
aldsonville Protestant cemetery Thurs
day afternoon, following services at
St. Peter NJ. E. Church.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16
Conservation Agent Appointed.

Capt. w. T. Robertson, of Donald
sonville, has been appointed conser-
walton agent for Ascension parish,
with authority also to exercise the
jurisdiction of the Office in other Sec
tons of the state. He received his
commission and badge of Office Mon
day, and at once qualified and enter
ed actively upon the discharge of his
duties. Capt. Robertson is well quail
ified for the position, and will doubt
less make an efficient and conscien-
tious officer. He states that he will de-
vote his earnest attention to secur-
ing strict enforcement of the laws
coming within his purview, and re-
quests the cooperation of the hunt
ers and sportsmen in his efforts along
this line,
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16
BANKRUPTCY SALE.

In the Matter of Salvatore Mistretta,
Bankrupt-No. 301 in Bankruptcy.
DY VIRTUE OF and in obedience to
Dan order issued in the above entitl-
ed and numbered cause by Hon. BENZ.
Taylor, referee, and to me directed, T
will offer for sale at public auction
to the highest bidder, according to
law, on the premises of said Salvatore
Mistretta in Churchville, lin the city
of Donaldsonville), on
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 80, 1915,
at II o'clock a. M, the following de-
scribed property, to-wit:
The stock in trade Of said Saliva
tore Mistretta, consisting Of groceries,
dry goods, ETC. Also one wagon and
one buggy. All as per inventory on
file.
Terms and conditions-Cash in
United States currency.
A. P. FRYMIRE,
Trustee.
Donaldsonville La, Dec. 16, 1915.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16
Error in Message Results in Suit.

A suit was filed in the civil court at
New Orleans last week by Kessler
Bros, of Belle Rose, to recover
$l308.97 from the Western Union
Telegraph Company for losses alleged
to have been incurred as result of
an error in a telegram.
It is alleged by Kessler Bros. that
they telephoned telegram to the
Western Union Office at Donaldson
vile Jan. s, to be sent to A. Sternfels.
2270 Fair avenue, ST. Louis, request
ing the shipment of seven mare mules
having slight defect" and three
good mare mules about four or five
years old"
According to the complaint, the st.
Louis firm received telegram order
ing thirty good mules instead of three.
lhe shipment was made on this basis
and kessler Bros. state they had to
accept the mules at loss.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16
Red Men Glass Initiation Tomorrow

Red Mem Glass Initiation Tomorrow.
Mohawk Tribe Of Red Men will ad-
nit a number of new members to-
morrow afternoon, when big class
initiation will be held in the wigwam
of the tribe. The ceremonies are
scheduled to begin at o'clock, and
will be Of an interesting and impos
ing nature In addition to delega-
tions of visiting Indians from various
tribes in the surrounding country,
several great chiefs of the Louisiana
reservation will be present, among
hem Great Prophet Elrie Robinson, Of
St. Francisville; Great Sachem G. P.
Reynolds, of New Orleans, and Great
Senior Sycamore Jesse B. Hull, of
New Iberia Mohawk Tribe is one of
the strongest fraternal organizations
in this city, numerically and other
wise, and includes among its men,
bers many of the community's most
and influential citi-
zens It's standing in this respect will
be even further advanced after to-
initiation.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16
Church Notice.

"Christ the Promised Messiah of He
brew Prophecy" will be the theme of
the pastors pre-Christmas sermon at
the Methodist church Sunday morn
ing. Rev. Felix Hebert, of St. James,
will preach at 7:15 at night.
"The Holy City, Of St. Johns re-
velation will be the subject of the bi-
BILE study for adults at the 10 o'clock
Sunday School session.
The public is cordially invited to
attend each of these services.
The Junior Epworth League for
children will meet at p. m.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16
Doll and Tow Fund Benefit.

Everybody should patronize the
moving picture show at the Grand
Theatre next Monday, on which oc-
casion a percentage of the receipts
will be donated to the Civic Leagues
doll and toy fund. An attractive pro-
gram of pictures will be presented,
comprising fve-part society drama
entitled 'fThe Kiss" featuring Owen
Moore and Marguerite Courtot, and
q ludicrous comedy in which the ia
nous cartoon characters, Mutt and
Jeff, are shown s'In the Mess Kitch-
en-" There will be no increase Of
prices. Even if you can't go, buy at
least one ticket. It will help the good
cause to that extent. Delicious home
made candy will be sold in the foyer
Of the theatre by the members Of the
Civic League.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16

Robert Harp, of Faubourg la Pipe,
was the successful contestant for the
beneficiary cadetship to the Louisiana
State University from Ascension par
ish. Mr.. Harp, who is one Of the
stalwart and industrious young sons
of Mrs. Robert Harp, scored a gen
eral average Of 851a per cent in the
competitive examination held here
Nov. 20, and was an easy winner over
the other four applicants for the
scholarship. He will enter the Uni
versity at the beginning of the second
term, following the Christmas holi-
days.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16

Mr.. and Mrs. Lee Dalferes and
baby son left Friday afternoon for
New Orleans, from whence they will
sail today on the United Fruit Com
pany's steamship Abangarez for
Guantanamo, Cuba, where Mr.. Dali
feres goes to assume position as su-
gar-boiler in the big factory of the
Guantanamo Sugar Company. Their
many friends wish them a pleasant
stay on the island, and will look for
ward to their return next summer
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16
DOLL AND TOY FUND. $
Contributions Must Be More Gener
Gus to Provide Needed Amount,

Subscriptions to the Civic Leagues
doll and toy fund amounted to $11.5O
during the current week, slight i'm
provement over last weeks returns,
but not anything like what should
have been received. AS the time for
the distribution grows near the need
for most energetic boosting of the
fund becomes more urgent. The
amount in hand is still far short of
the sum required if every worthy
poor child of the community is to
receive a visit from Santa Claus on
| Christmas eve, and it is earnestly re-
quested that all who intend to con-
tribute to the fund will do so at
once, and that every friend of the
beautiful charity will do little mis-
sionary work in its behalf during the
coming week.
Perhaps many of you have not had
your attention called to it, bNt there
is much poverty and some distress in
Donaldsonville, and there are chill
dren here who will receive nothing
else for Christmas except what they
will get through the medium of the
Civic Leagues distribution. Every
body who can possibly do so should
"loosen up" and contribute some
thing to this most worthy cause. In
spite Of the talk of good times and
prosperity, there are scores of little
tots in Donaldsonville and vicinity
whose hearts will be heavy at Christ
mas time unless a generous public
plays Santa Claus for them
Think what it must be to be visit
full poverty pinched lad or lassie to
whom the exquisite joy of visit from
old Kris Kringle is denied. Your
own Christmas will be twice as happy |
when you think of some little one
whose day has been made bright by |
your kindness. Try it, and see how
good you will feel
You can afford to contribute some
thing, no matter how small, to bring
a ray of Christmas cheer into the
heart of poor child. Let's make
this Christmas the happiest, most
glorious one ever known in Donald
sonville, by providing remembrance
for every little poor boy or girl in
the commc--IrorLet's make these un-
fortunates feel that God still rules
and "alPs we'll with the world"
The list of contributors to the Ci-
vic Leagues fund to date is as fol-
iovS.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16
HOMESTEAD NOTICE.

DEPARTMENT Of the Interior. us. Land Office,
Baton Rouge. La, Dec 13, 1915.
rroot under law under which entry was made
MoTICE is hereby given that Maurice El-
Nv User, of Dutchtown louisiana who on
:. May 9Th, 1911, made Homestead Entry,
No, o4lo4. for $. w. h Section 9. Township
' south. Range East, st. Helena Meridian,
mas mas iiied notice of intention to make Five
teaF Proof, to establish claim to the land
above described before Register and Receiv-
81, Y, S. Land Office. at Baton Rouge, Lou
is'ana ana. on the 26th day of January. 1917.
claimant names as witnesses: Bertrand
ravfe' Killer DeLaune, Linnie Smith, VAL
mond Berteau, all of Prairievilie, La
e. D. GIANELIONI Register
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR
LIQUOR LICENSE.

kEoTlCE is HEREBY GIVEN that the un-
~ defsisned has this day applied to the
louisiana. by filing written petition MS
tssqalred tsed by law, for permit to continue
T.s operation of barroom at Philadelphia
sslin dolnt, said barroom having been heretofore
way and legally operated as such
GESSEPPE FAZZfNo. JR.
Faflsh of Ascension, La, Dec. Il, 1915,
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16
FOR SALE.

vSsRACT OF LAND gravel road, about
Il eight miles above Donaidsonville, con-
tanning Is4 acres. Adapted to cultiva-
ton of cane, corn. rice or other crops.
First-class dwelling and substantial corn
house and stable on premises. Number of
bearing pecan trees provide sufficient rev.
enue annually to more than take care of in
surance, taxes, etc. bargain in the fullest
sense of the word. Act quick if you want
it. NOSE F. BLOOMENSTIEL,
DonaIdsonyiIie, La
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16

Every dollar you spend with local
merchant remains in local circulation
and enriches the community just that
much. Every dollar you spend out
side of this town remains outside and
decreases the money in local circu-
lation just that much.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16
Methodist Christmas Entertainment.
Ts.aJ ~voar, ao To 80

Local MetnodlsCs TINS year, as lasC,
will have a "giving Christmas" pro-
Mrs. r:s' |. L. [. Tyyifege sel and Mrs. Jno. c.
Kirchberg being in charge. Among
other numbers on the program will
be a Christmas story by Miss Olive
Baker, song by the Junior Epworth
League, a duet by Mesdames Kirch-
berg and Tyree, various. congrega-
tional Christmas hymns and respon-
sive readings, and recitations by T.
T. Tyree, Jr., Grace Lowrey, and Ida
May Kirchberg. Marie Winter and
Beatrice Landry will sing solos.
Miss Mamie Hunley will have charge
of the decorations. During the
week following a social will be given
the members of the Sunday School
and their friends, the program to be
in charge of Mrs. C. Winter and
Miss Marguerite Bylsma.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16
Two of this connnnnitv,s oldest

Two Of this community's oldest
citizens, A. F. (Juba) Leblanc and
Mrs Hubert Treble, sr., are lying
critically i'll at their respective homes,
and but little hope is entertained for
their recovery. This sorrowful news
will be received with sincere regret
by the host of friends of these vener-
able residents, all of whom will join
in the frevent prayer that the appar-
entity inevitable end may yet be avert
ed and the lives of the sufferers pro-
longed.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16

Anniversary services for the repose
of the soul of the late Very Rev.
Canon ]. M. T. Massardier, for many
years pastor of the Donaldsonville
Catholic church, will be held Tuesday,
Dec. 19, at 10 o'clock a. m. Rev.
Celestin NJ. Chambon, present rector
of the church, has invited all of the
priests in the deanery of Donaldson
vile to attend the ceremony.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16

Let not your left hand know that
your right has done nothing in aid
Of the good work of raising a fund
with which to furnish little Christmas
gifts for the community's poor chill
dren. Help the noble charity with
both hands and willing heart, then
you'll feel happy all over.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16

Mrs. w. S. Cary, the president,
announces a business meeting of the
Methodist Woman's Missionary So
ciety at the parsonage next Thurs
day afternoon at o'clnck, and
urges all members to be pnter r to
take part in the election of officers
for the coming year.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16

Joe Casso, who conducted the
boarding house at Evan Hall this sea-
son, has returned to his home in Port
Barrow. He carries with him many
expressions of great satisfaction from
the Evan Hall crew for the substan-
tial and satisfactory way in which he
fed them during the grinding cam
paign.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16

Mrs. J. F. Oubre went to Morley
last Sunday to visit her son and
daughter-in-law, Mr.. and Mrs. Willie
Oubre, returning home Monday af-
ternoon.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16

The European war has not caused
Mrs. Wahl to raise her prices on
Christmas goods. She is still selling
toys, dolls, fireworks, and Yuletide
novelties of every description at the
same low figures heretofore quoted.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16

Mrs. Nose F. Bloomenstiel and her
little daughter, Carrie, spent Friday
very delightfully."- in White Castle
with their relatives, Mr.. and Mrs.
Gus. WE'LL.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16

Other dealers may have raised their
prices on Christmas goods, but Mrs.
Wahl's are the same as ever. A call
at her store will convince you of this
fact.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16

You'll be doing yourself an injus-
tiee it you fail to inspect Mrs. Wahl's
magnificent assortment Of holiday
district Judge to replace Judge
goods. The display comprises a veri-
table fairyland Of everything pertain
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16

Divine services in honor of Chan
nukah, the feast of Dedication, will
be held at Bikur Cholim Temple Fri
day, Dec. %, at p. m. The public is
invited to attend.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16

Has your subscription to the doll
and toy fund for poor children been
sent to the Woman's Civic League?
II not, hurry it in, for the time is
short.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16

AS usual, Mrs. WahI's stock of toys,
dolls, novelties, fireworks, and Christ
mas goods of every description is the
largest and most varied in town.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16

Mrs. r. N. Sims returned Tuesday
afternoon from Baton Rouge, where
she spent severA days as the guest of
Mr.. and Mrs. H. Payne Breazeale.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16

Mrs. Jacob Blum went to New Orr
leans last Sunday to spend while
with her son-in-law and daughter, Mr..
and Mrs. David Kohlman.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16

Rev. R. H. Prosser is frequently
called on for mems and boys cast-of
clothing. There are those who can
help others with clothes they no long
er wish to wear. Mr.. Prosser will re-
ceive such garments and gladly dis
tribute them among the needy ones.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16

Adolph Meter paid short visit to
New Orleans during the early part of
the week.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16

Mrs. Eugene Frank spent several
days in New Orleans this week as the
welcome guest of her sister, Mrs. S.
Keiffer.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16
FOR RENT

REoTEL AND LIVERY STABLE at Gels
EA mar. La. Well located and doing good
business. Present owner wishes TO re-
tire. Address PICARD & GEISMAR, LTD,
Gesmar. La.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16

Mrs r. L. Stewart and children,
Nell and Jack, have arrived from
Beaumont, Texas, to spend the holi-
days with Mrs. Stewards parents, Mr.
and Mrs. J. f. Oubre.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16
FOR SALE.

fTLASs, round. oval or square. Speciality
In of fitting windshield glass for all makes
OF cars. Stock on hand. L. e.
Baton Rouge, La. Phone TO.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16
Attention. Christmas shopners.

You will find it well worth your
while to call and look over my beautI-
full display of Christmas goods. The
line includes dolls of all kinds and
sizes, toys Of every conceivable de-
scription, a full assortment of fire.
works, and Yuletide novelties of every
character. Never before has such a
complete and attractive selection of
appropriate Christmas gifts been
shown in Dona1dsonville, and an in
spection of the superb display can not
fail to help you solve the problem of
"What to give?" A fact Of much i'm
portance is that the prices are alto
gether in keeping with the condition
Of the times, and will be found as low
as, and in most instances much lower,
than those obtainable elsewhere.
Courteous clerks will take pleasure i'll
showing you the goods and attending
to your wants.
DONALDSONVILLE RACKET
STORE,
1924 Railroad avenue, corner Clai-
borne street. Habib Shaheen, Prop.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16

Rub-My-Tism (antiseptic) relieves
rheumatism, sprains, neuralgia, etc.
The Donaldsonville chief., 1916-12-16

Break your cold or lagrippe with {
few doses of 666.