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The star-progress. (Opelousas, La.) 1917-1921, 1920-06-12
Eunice School
Closes Big Year
Judge Saint of Franklin, Orator at
Very Successful Commence
ment Exercises at Eunice

On last Thursday night at the Eu-
nice High School Auditorium was
seen one of the largest gatherings
ever held in that busting little city
In spite of the inclement weather,
the people began at very early hour
to crowd the auditorium and before
the entertainment started there was
hardly any standing room.
Professor A. B. Aycock, in few
well chosen words gave the people of
the Eunice section an outline of the
needs of that splendid institution.
He also introduced the speakers.
Rev. L N. Marks of the Baptist
Church, invoked the divine blessing.
H. Arthur Hammers was the salu-
tattorian, and so ipaRreesi,f was bis
subject that he held the large aud
ience's close attention to the end.
j. w. Lyman, a popular member
of the parish school board, was the
next speaker, and he, in his usual
pleasing manner told the graduates
of the rock road to success and i'm
pressed upon them not to despair il
they should meet reverses, but to
make firmer resolution to win
the battle on the road to success.
Judge Percy Saint made splendid
address on the very live subject OF
"The Greater Agriculture College.
Judge Saint was so convincing in his
remarks that he held his hearers
spell bound, and the movement he re-
presented, it is claimed, will receive
the hearty cooperation of all the cit
izens of the western section of st.
Landry.
The following pupils were awarded
diplomas:
Misses Ethel Devoe HOlmberg,
Gladys Clara Adams, Alice Patricia
Bacon, Bertha Helen Dejean, Beau
lah Fuselier, Rosetta Agnes Outlet,
Birdia Hair, Annie Lee King, Yvonne
Camille Lafleur, Nettie Marie Picou,
Louise Annie Sutton, Ollie Ann Tate
Rosa Tankel, Armyde Arceneaux and
Messrs. H. Arthur Hammers and Jos.
w. Lyman, Jr.
The star-progress. (Opelousas, La.) 1917-1921, 1920-06-12
Alumni Banquet At
College Tomorrow
GOLD Boys" to Gather at St. Charles
to Hold Annual Re-UniOn and
to Partake of Banquet

The annual meeting of the St.
Charles College Alumni Association
will take place at the Grand Coteau
college Sunday afternoon "A large at
tendance is expected and very inter
esting meeting is scheduled. Quite a
number of the "Old Boys" will be on
hand for the get-to-gether session of
the former students of st. Charles.
Reports from the college indicate
that the alumni banquet Sunday eve
ming will be ''great" even though the
"vin rogue" of former days will be
lacking. Several good toasts will be de
livered by members of the clergy, as
well as former students of old St.
Charles.
The star-progress. (Opelousas, La.) 1917-1921, 1920-06-12
CLUB MEMBERS HOLD
BIG RALLY HERE
LAST SATURDAY
Mrs. Kirk and A. A. Mendoza Con-
duct Exercises for Members of
Boys and Girls Clubs
PRESCOTT IS INTERESTED
Parish Superintendent Tells Tots of
The Good Work They Can Ac-
cOInplish for Their Country

A large number of the boy and girl
club members, under the leadership
of Mrs. L. G. Kirk and A. A. Mendoza
of the extension department, met at
the High School on last Saturday
to hold the first of a series of excer-
cises.
The rally was truly successful, in
every way, despite the inclement
weather and the bad roads. The pro-
gram was very interesting and excep-
tionally we'll rendered.
The little tots met at the High
School and formed a line marching
around the principal streets, then to
the band stand on the court square
where club yells were freely given.
AS rain was threatening the club
members returned to the High
School for the exercises.
Professor w. B. Prescott, Parish
Superintendent of the parish schools,
acted as master of ceremonies, and
made a few very feeling remarks to
the boys and girls telling them a.
mong other things how interested he
is in club work. Mayor Loeb was then
introduced and he delivered an ad-
dress of welcome, and the response
was delivered by Susie Anding, club
member.
L w. Wilkinson made an excellent
address also, followed by song, en-
tiled Boosting Club Work. by the
members.
Della Roberts told of her exper-
ience as a garden club member, her
trip to the club course at Baton
Rouge and what she intends to ac-
cOmplish this year
w. C. Abbott made talk that was
much enjoyed by all. Then the club
members rendered another song.
Doris Plonsky, who is member of
all three clubs, Dairy, Garden and
Poultry, told in an excellent way
what club work meant to her.
Miss Flavia Gleason, popular dis
trict agent, talked to the boys and
girls in her usual happy manner She
has made friends of all club members
and in fact of all with whom she has
come in contact on the few visits
she has made to st. Landry.
Both Mrs. Kirk and Mr.. Mendoza
were much satisfied with the Satur-
day rally and are already planning for
another shortly.
The star-progress. (Opelousas, La.) 1917-1921, 1920-06-12
ELK ENTERTAIN MEMBERS
AND GUESTS TO A DANCE

The young folks of this city were
rendered real treat by the Elks on
last Tuesday night, when dance was
rendered the Elks and their sons, as
well ss the Elks' ladies. Music was
furnished by Toot's JohnsOn's band
of Baton Rouge and was considered
excellent. A very large crowd was
in attendance, and it was a dance at
which the older set was almost as
well represented, for it looked as if
all lovers of dancers took advantage
of the Elks' hospitality to enjoy a
highly pleasing dancing entertain
ment until the wee hours of the morn
ing.
Ofcourse, as was to be expected, af-
ter expressing thanks for the splend-
i'd entertainment all who were pre-
esnt also expressed the desire for an
"anchor'
The star-progress. (Opelousas, La.) 1917-1921, 1920-06-12

owners will request the city to wood
block it from the Catholic Church to
the south end, thereby making it the
prettiest street in the city. Grolele is
coming in for its share of talk of inn
proving, while it is known that an ef-
fort will be made to pave Court and
Landry, as we'll as portion of Mar
ket and Bellevue streets.
Opelousas taxpayers and citizens
have been progressive at all times.
1t is almost the unanimous desire OF
the residents of this city to see Opel
ousas the most progressive and up-to-
date city in Southwest Louisiana and
nothing will be left undOne by the
taxpayers to realize this end.
Tuesdays election will verify &C
down in the history of Opelousas as
one of the greatest victories ever ac-
heived by the progressive element and
it is hoped that the taxpayers will be
repaid for their efforts to make Of
this city one of the best and most up
to-the-minute communities in Louisi-
ana by careful administration of the
affairs of the city power plant.
The star-progress. (Opelousas, La.) 1917-1921, 1920-06-12
Asks Assessors
Salary Be Increased
St. Landry Police Jury Votes to Ask
Legislature to Allow Parish AS
SCISSOR More Money

By a vote of II to A the police
jury memoraliized the legislature to
give the assessor if st. Landry one
thousand dollars additional expense
money and as a result st. Landry
went on record favoring the increase
of the assessors expense account.
1t was pointed out by those who
favored the resolution that the par
ish would be the gamer by the in
crease since the assessor could then
employ competent assistants to cover
the parish in taking assessments and
much property not on the rolls would
be added to the assessment of st.
Landry.
The opposition raised the point that
the election was just over and that
the assessor was well aware of the
revenues of the office and that if he
was not willing to work for the a.
mount given him by law he should
not have asked for the office.
The star-progress. (Opelousas, La.) 1917-1921, 1920-06-12
MIX ST. cYR.

A wedding of interest to many in
this city was quietly celebrated in
New Roads at the Catholic Church
by Rev. Father Hous, the contracting
being Mr.. David St. Cyr, of this city,
and Miss Leila Mix, of New Roads.
Miss Mix is the charming daughter
of the late L. H. Mix, of Point Coupe
and Mr.. St. Cyr is a well known young
farmer. residing near this city. Mr..
and Mrs. St. Cyr viii visit Baton
Rouge for a few days before return
ing to their home here.
The star-progress. (Opelousas, La.) 1917-1921, 1920-06-12
DR.. PAVY ONCE MORE
CHOSEN TO HEAD
POLICE JURY
LeonvilIe Physician Unanimously Re-
Elected President Of St. Land
ry Parish Lawmakers
HEALEY GOES UNoPPosED
Only Fight in Organization of New
Police Jury Develops Over
Parish Health Officer

The new police jury of st. Land
ry was quickly and smoothly organ
lied on Monday morning, when the
members elected last Spring were
qualified.
The outgoing jury met and adjourn
ed sine die. Thereupon J. 7. st Cyr
was chosen temporary chairman and
MIR. Healey temporary clerk.
DR.. F. o. Pavy, Leonville, who was
president for. the last four years was
nominated for reelection by r. Lee
Mills and the nomination met with
the hearty response to make the cleo
tion unanimous, whereuon DIR. Pa
Wy was declared reelected head Of
the governing body of st Landry.
DIR. Pavy in a short but passionate
address thanked the members for the
honor conferred upon him and as
sured them of faithful attention to
the duties of his office, expressing
the hope that the deliberations Of the
body over which he would preside
would ever be harmonious.
j. ]. Healey, who has served faith
fully as clerk of the jury for twenty
four years was once more unanimous
ly chosen for his same position. Mr..
Healey said he could make no speech
but he expressed his thanks for the
confidence shown in him by the new
as well as the old members.
]. T. st. Cyr, the "old reliable,"
now the oldest member in harness
was again chosen president pro tenn.
He was also elected to membership on
the important finance committee, as
well as a member of the board Of
health, to which two positions R. Lee
Mills was also elected.
Alex Sylvestre, the biggest member
of the body, hailing from the fifth
ward was elected the sergeant at arms
while Kossuth Doucet, being being
highly complimented for his good SER
vice was unanimously reelected jan
itor of the courthouse and square.
Things were running so smooth
that the spectators were almost tax
en- off their feet at the pretty and ex-
citing contest for parish health offic-
er. DR.. Felix Guilbeau, of Sunset,
was nominated by Mr.. Cummings,
Mr.. McCaffery nominated DR.. w r.
Boudreau, Of Washington and DR.. w.
r. Lastrapes, of OpeIousas was norn-
mated by Mr.. Phillips. The first bal
lot was SO surprisingly close, Gull
beau, having six vote, lead the other
two candidate by one vote. A second
ballot was necessary; one changing
from Lastrapes to Guilbeau resulted
in the run-off being staged between
Drs. Guilbeau and IBoudreau. The
first ballot resulted in tie, as did
the second, both candidates receiving
eight votes each. It was then proposed
that the candidates toss up a coin,
which was officilly done by Mr.. w F.
Brown. DR.. GuiIbeau choosing ''tail''
won and was officially elected by the
police jury, after DR.. BOudreau with
drew, thanking the members who had
voted for him.
The star-progress. (Opelousas, La.) 1917-1921, 1920-06-12
IN MEMoRIUM.
MISS ALINE DELARUE

Departed this life Friday evening,
May, 28th, 1920, Marie Aline Delarue
of whom it might well be said:
"She laid up in Heaven a fortune
in deeds of kindliness and has now
gone thither to enjoy it.
Aline lived all of her life in Opel
ousas where she endeared herself to
all who knew her-and they were leg
ion-by her clever good fellowship,
her hospitality, her constant thought
for others, her devotion to those near
to her, her interest in and for the
bereaved and afflicted, her acts Of
willing charity and the sweet woman
illness of her personality.
Having lost her mother in her girl
hood, Aline easily assumed the res
possibilities of home making, and on
The star-progress. (Opelousas, La.) 1917-1921, 1920-06-12
Local Boy Going
To Windy City
Former Opelousas Boy Transferred
to Chicago by Large Publica-
tion House

Bradford Thompson, a native of
this city and son of former Super
intendent C. J. Thompson has been
transferred from New Orleans to
Chicago by large publication with
which he has been connected for the
past few years.
Mr.. Thompson will be in charge of
the Chicago office, and despite his
youth those who know him feel con-
fident that he will make good in the
north.
Before leaving for Chicago Mr..
Thompson accompanied by his wife
spent a few days in this city with
friends ,en route to Beaumont to
visit his mother and sister.
The star-progress. (Opelousas, La.) 1917-1921, 1920-06-12
Suffrage Beaten
In State Senate
Federal Amendment to Give Women
Right of Ballot is Lost in the
Louisiana Senate

The ratification of the federal suf-
frage amendment was moved in the
state senate at Baton Rouge on Thurs
day night, and after debate was de-
feated by vote of % to 10, in spite
of all efforts of the ratification sup
posters to postpone the clash by with
drawal of Senator Williamson's rat
ification resolution.
A similar bill, as defeated in the
senate is now in the legislature and
another fight on the suffrage ques-
ton is scheduled to be held in the
general assembly within the next few
days.
The star-progress. (Opelousas, La.) 1917-1921, 1920-06-12

Mrs. Kenneth E. Sandoz, who
has been visiting relatives in Shreve-
port, was called to the death bed Of
her brother, Ben Melancon, who
died in Columbus, Ohio, last Sunday.
Mr.. Melancon was native of this
parish, and up to few years ago
lived in Rayne. He leaves widow,
who was Miss Lou Mudd, also ma
tive of this parish, and three children.
The Star-Progress extends to Mrs.
Sandoz and the immediate family its
sympathy.
Mr.. Hart Littell visited his Uncle
DR.. T. H. Littell of Vile Platte.
The star-progress. (Opelousas, La.) 1917-1921, 1920-06-12
GRAND cOTEAU CONVENT
TO CLOSE ON MONDAY

Commencent and graduation exer-
cises will be held at the Sacred Heart
Convent, Grand Coteau, at o'clock
on Monday afternoon. A large num-
Der of friends and patrons of the fam
Gus Grand Coteau convent will be on
hand for the ceremonies that will
close the most successful session of
the convent in years.
The star-progress. (Opelousas, La.) 1917-1921, 1920-06-12

ly those intimate with that home
know how truly pleasant and charm
ing she made it.
She was gifted with all the graces
of true hospitality and homeliness Of
her house and the unstinted warmth
Of her welcome were things to remem-
Der.
Always considerate of guests, fun
loving and intent upon their pleas
ure, she was the ideal hostess, and
many who grieve for her untimely
passing away will recall, in sweet sad
ness, happy hours spent in her home.
Loved ever for her qualities Of
mind and heart, it was in her last sad
illness that her fine character stood
in its full glory and lovableness.
Stricken nine months ago with an
incurable malady, her courage, the
wonder of her resignation, the might
of her steadfast faith, her apprecia-
ton Of the loving care of the devoted
one, who attended her, and her con-
tinual thought for those about her
made daily miracle to the privi-
lodged ones who saw her.
She was laid to rest near the tomb
of her mother in the Catholic GEM
etery, to wait that reunion with dear
ones to which she looked forward.
And daily and hourly we miss her.
xxx
The star-progress. (Opelousas, La.) 1917-1921, 1920-06-12

Mr.. A. Deiean paid Vile Platte a
business visit on last Tuesday.
The star-progress. (Opelousas, La.) 1917-1921, 1920-06-12

Miss Edith Barry, of Grand
Coteau, was operated on at the st.
Landry Sanitarium for appendicitis
on last Thursday, and her many
friends will be glad to know that at
this writing she is improving nicely.
The Washington times., 1920-12-07
TO CUT COTTON ACREAGE,

NASHVILLE, Tenn, Dec. TOW
crnor Roberts issued a proclamation
calling the attetion of Tennessee
farmers to what he described as the
necessity for heavy curtailment in
cotton acreage next year.
The Washington times., 1920-12-07
0UUA' PRISON
OFFICER QUITS
Inspector Who Sold "Spook
Boards" as Side Line Resigns
From U. S. Service.

BALTIMORE, Dec. Joseph F.
Fishman, Federal inspector OF
prisons, has rendered his resignation
to Attorney General Palmer, fol-
lowing an investigation by Depart
ment of Justice officials into state
ments made by Mr.. Fishman that he
was selling beer and wine recipes,
ouija boards. ETC., as side lines in
connection with his Government
work.
FIRM TOUGH COMPETITION.
The statements were made by Mr.,
Fishman when asked to comment on
complaints made to the Federal
Trade Commission by Baltimore
company which manufactures ouiJs
toards that II was unable TO com
plete with a similar company or
Eanixed by Fishman because Fish
mans company had no travelling
expenses.
clifford II. McGlasson. assistant
superintendent OF prisons. involved
with Mr.. Fishman In the complaints,
also has resigned.
II was reported that the depart
nlent became satisfied that these
agents had unified themselves to
remain longer In the service and
not been forthcoming they woult
have been requested by the Attorney
General.
REPORT CAUSED PROBE.
II was Mr.. Fishman's report on
conditions at the Maryland peni-
Tertiary and his recommendation
ri
from the institution that caused the
State investigation into the prisons
afrairs. which eliminated in the nam
ing of Col. Claude B. Sweeney as
warden.
in permitting Mr.. Fishman to re-
Sgn. the Department Of Justice h,s
rot repudiated his report on the
Maryland prison. The findings in
that case have been allowed to
stand. although no Federal prisoners
have been withdrawn. as Mr.. Fish
given by Governor Richie that I'M
favorable conditions would be rem
edied forestalled withdrawal Of
Government convicts.
No for nal announcement Of the
designations Of Mr.. Fishinan and Mr.
McGlasson has been made by the De-
partment Of Justice. When 1t became
known yesterday that William Leslie
Cooms. of the District Of Columbia. a
member OF the parole board. had been
made assistant superintendent Of
prisons, inquiry developed the fact
that Mr.. McGlasson had resigned and
that at the same time Mr.. Fishman
had given up his position.
Questioned relative to the allega-
tons of competitors. Mr. Fish nan ad
United that he and McGlasson had
been partners in several profitable
side lines while working for the Gov
eminent He declared that such prac.
ices were common among employees
Of the department "from the Attor
rcy General down." One side line w.,
had found profitable. Mr.. Fishman
sid. was the sale OF beer and wine
recipes. OF which he and McG'asson
had sold $4,000 worth.
These statements caused the De-
partment Of Juetice to begin the in
vestiga'ion, which resulted in the
designations.
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1920-05-01

The matter will be taken up by the
Trades Assembly and other unions will
be requested to cooperate with the
engineers. In 50 much as Mr.. Prindle
has taken "closed shop" course and
has barred his building to union men,
they cannot be blamed If they retail
ate in such lawful ways as may appea!
to them.
Engineers in Duluth office buildings
are receiving ridtcu1ously low pay.
Some of theM receive less than is paid
to common laborers. The union re-
Gently, asked for new wage scale. It
provides for a wage of so cents an
hour for special engineers or fire
men,. second class or assistant engin-
GERS IS cents an hour; first class or
assistant engineers IS cents an hour
and chief engineers from $175 to $3.50
a: month, according to the class Of
building or plant.
The demands also involved the
union shop and number Of rules
were presented t. regulate the en-
ploy ment of engineers and firemen.
The Building Owners and Managers
association, Of which Mr.. Prindle, it
is said. is member, replied to the
demands Of the engineers by the pas
sage Of the following resolution which
was forwarded to the union:.
Stand of Managers.
Resolved, that the Building Own
ers' and Managers association of Du-
1uth, while having the best interests
Of the engineers and firemen employed
by, it's members at heart, does not feel
that these relations: would be bene-
fitted by entering into the agreement
submitted by the International Union
Of Steam: and Operating Engineers,
local No. 765, through its committee
which met with the committee of this
organization on. April 10. IL.
After. careful consideration Of the
tagreement referred to, and the prin-
ctp1es una Il, this association
has concluded that the same would
ssrfously conflic 8 It'll the policy 6f
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1920-05-01
CHARLES MIDNIGHT Dead;
WELL KNOWN STONE MASON

Charles Mcknight. aged 81, father
Of A. G. Mcknight, the we'll known
Duluth attorney. died at a local hos
pital Monday night of pneumonia,
which developed while recuperating
from an operation performed about
two weeks ago. .~. ,+.
He was a veteran member Of the
Stone Masons' union Of Duluth, and
while he had not worked at his trade
for a number of years he kept in
good standing up to the time of his
death. Mr.: Mcknight became identi-
fled with the labor movement IN Scot
land nearly so years ago on the COM
pletion of his apprenticeship as q
stone mason. When he came to
America he transferred his member
ship to this country. He was a trade
unionist Of the old school and adhered
strictly to the philosophy Of the British
and American labor movements.
His body was. taken Wednesday to
his former rome at Pipestone. Mimi,
for burial. He was born ~ .1aihIll,
Shetland sept. BIS. Z came
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1920-05-01
HBB|NG CARPENTERS ::
TROUBLE IS ADJUSTED

Difficulties between Hibbing car
penters and contractors have been ad-
justed, the former having gained their
increased wage demand aid according
to report. the latter have decided not
to run open shops. -: -
The Grant Construction company re-
sumed~ work on the municipal power
plant and the Phelps-R company
resumed work on the gas plant.
May 1. May day; will: not be marked
by large ceasations of work. To many
OF TIE Finnish workmen it is a. holi-
day, and many Of them will not work
on that day, but will attend ce1ebra-
ton at the Workers hall.
F.: With the ending of the carpenter
strike, Hibbing is practically free Of
labor troubles.
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1920-05-01

its members of dealing direct with it's
employees on questions touching on
matters affecting the conditions Of
their employment, and with their wish
to be entirely free to employ engineers
or fireme en- whether or not members of
the international CIsion Of Steam and
Operating Engineers, local No. 765.
Furthermore. in the opinion Of the
Building Owners and Managers as
ISOLATION, the requirements and con-
:ditions of the various buildings differ
so widely as to make an agreement
which will fit all cases an impossi-
bility.
Promised no Discrimination.
This association wishes to make it
quite clear. however, that the forego-
ing does not imply the slightest dis
: elimination. against employment of
engineers who are members Of the In
ternational Union Of Steam and Oper-
ating Engineers, but that what is ex-
pressed in this resolution carries with
lit a spirit Of entire friendliness and
the recognition Of the fact that in
many respects the aim Of the two
organizations, regarding the questions
involved, are mutual. -, -
The last clause in the above resolu
ton was violated by Mr.. Prindle when
he Disseminated against the engineer
in the Lonsdale building because of
his membership in the union: The
honeyed words about the mutually
of interests" referred to above, evil
IDENTIFY were written therein as planks
are sometimes inserted in political
platforms-to catch votes. There can
be no spirit of friendliness," when
union men are discharged: for no.
other reason than that they are union
members. -