1885 Abstracts from the "Home Advocate", a Union Parish Louisiana newspaper Submitted for the Union Parish Louisiana USGenWeb Archives by T. D. Hudson, 2001 ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafiles.htm ************************************************ ================================================================================= ================================================================================= 1885 Abstracts from the "Home Advocate", a newspaper published in Farmerville, Union Parish Louisiana ================================================================================= ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Abstracts from microfilmed copies of the original papers. This material was abstracted, edited, and submitted for the USGenWeb Archives by Timothy D. Hudson ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Historical Background of the "Home Advocate": The oldest newspaper published in Union Parish with a contiguous run of extant issues is the "Home Advocate", which debuted on 11 February 1885 with Judge Thomas Charles Lewis, III (30 July 1838 - 12 Jan 1900) as its editor/owner/publisher. Lewis was well-known public figure in Union Parish between the 1850s and 1890, serving as a Union Parish lawyer, clerk of court, parish judge, and newspaper editor and publisher. Lewis was the son of Rev. Thomas C. Lewis, II, the pastor of Farmerville's Methodist Church prior to his death in 1853. We think that the younger Lewis got into the newspaper business in the latter 1850s and was associated with publication of the "Union Democrat", a paper issued in Farmerville beginning in late 1858 or 1859 and lasting at least through July 1860. After a stint in the Confederate Army during 1861 - 1862, Lewis received a medical discharge and returned to Farmerville. He resumed his duties as the Union Parish Clerk of Court, and in February 1866, it appears he helped to found the "Union Record," the Reconstruction newspaper published in Farmerville 1879. About 1872, Lewis was elected parish judge, but he clashed with other Farmerville lawyers over political issues associated with Reconstruction. The situation became so bad that Lewis feared for his life, so he left for south Louisiana in 1879, settling in St. Landry Parish. In 1878, James E. Trimble, a Pennsylvanian-born teacher, lawyer, and judge who settled in Union Parish in the 1850s, founded the Farmerville "Gazette" to compete with Lewis' "Union Record". Trimble had served as the District Court judge during the period in which Lewis was the parish judge, and the two had serious political differences. Lewis returned to Union Parish in 1884, purchased the printing equipment of the "North Louisiana Appeal," and founded his new publishing endeavor, the "Home Advocate." ================================================================================= Explanation: (1) The items below marked by "+++" are quoted directly from the original newspapers. (2) My comments are in brackets [ ]. (3) I have only abstracted the local notices from these papers, and generally these are only on page three of the four-page paper, with the occasional local article on page two. I have abstracted some of the local advertisements, but only once; many of them ran repeatedly. (4) In some of these papers, the left margin of the local notices is damaged, causing a few words to be unreadable. I have indicated such instances with "[?]". ================================================================================= ================================================================================= FEBRUARY 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= 11 Feb 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= [The top half of this first issue is missing, and the left margin is damaged, making many words indecipherable. In such instances, I have used "[?]" to indicate that one word was missing or illegible.] page 1 +++ [top portion of article missing] A generous rivalry between two journals in the same place is not only better for the community in which they exist, but healthful for the papers themselves. The management of each are continually fearful of committing blunders and consequently prudent in what they do and ever active in guarding the interests of the people and giving their patrons the latest news in the most readable style. One will be a check upon the other, and as long as both exist, there need be no apprehension of either organ knowingly advising the people wrong. I believe Judge Lewis will give the people an interesting and valuable paper, and I ask them to give him a liberal trial. O. C. Dawkins +++ HOME AGAIN. GREETING. Although more than seven years have been numbered with the past since my former residence in Union parish, there is no other portion of earth which I could at any time consider as home. The associations of my childhood and of my youth, all that I cherished in early life, are identified with Union parish, and I return to her with feelings of affection which are not lessened, but deepened, by long absence from this home of my childhood. The home of my childhood. The words recall the scenes and incidents of happy days now numbered with the memories of the past. Fond recollection delights to dwell upon the events which marked my early pathway, when the unbroken home circle presented a scene of loveliness, and a hale of joy vainly sought but in the bosom of a happy family. Intervening years have not dimmed the vivid coloring with which memory has adorned those joyous hours of youthful innocence. I am again borne on the wings of imagination back in days made sacred by a father's [rest destroyed] +++ The grand jury appeared in court on Friday and presented 15 true bills; having completed their labors, they were discharged. Judge Young is energetic in the discharge of duty, and we doubt not but that the cases pending will be disposed of as rapidly as due regard to public interests will permit. We will publish an abstract of the proceedings of court next week. +++ We trust that our merchants and other business men will remember that Little drops of printer's ink. A little type "displayed." Make our merchant princes, With all their big parade. Little bits of stinginess, Discarding printer's ink, "Busts" the man of business, And sees his credit sink. Yes, we all know that newspaper readers desiring to buy goods, are very apt to first visit the business establishments of the merchants who are most liberal advertisers. Their liberality in advertising is taken as evidence of their liberal dealing. +++ Our friends throughout the parish will confer a favor by sending us news items from their respective sections. +++ [advertisement] W. R. Rutland, Attorney and Counsellor [sic] At Law, Farmerville, Union Parish La. Will practice in the Court of the Judicial district and the Supreme and Federal Courts in Monroe. +++ [advertisement] FARMERVILLE SCHOOL. The Second Term of the Farmerville High School will begin at the Academy, February 16th, 1885 and will continue five scholarly months. Charges made from time of entrance to end of term. Deduction made in cases of illness. Tuition: $2.00, $2.50, or $3.00 according to grade of studies. Incidental fee, 15 cents per month. Three gold medals awarded at close of school. Feb. 11, 85. R. B. Dawkins page 2 +++ DIED. In Farmerville, La. On Thursday, February 5th, 1885, infant son of Wm. F. and Barbara Leimkuhler, aged six months and ten days. Gone through the lonely valley Gone o'er the silent stream. Gone, earth's fleeting pleasure Gone, life's transient dream. Gone to meet the Shepherd, Gone to the upper fold, Gone to the Holy City, Gone to the streets of gold. Gone, but we shall meet him Upon that "shining shore," Gone, but we shall greet him. Where partings are no more. +++ A combination of unfortunate circumstances has delayed the publication of this, the initial issue of our paper. In addition to other drawbacks, an accident occurred in our office on Friday evening [?] just as we were going to press. [?] which resulted in the loss of two entire day's work of our force. This mishap and the consequent delay, caused the difference in the dates of our outside and inside pages. We confidently expected to issue a paper last week. +++ Mrs. Kate Carr, who has been visiting her sister, Mrs. Dozier, [returned to ?] her home in Texas, last [?]. +++ We are glad to learn that Capt. [?] Brunner, who has been seriously [?] in Monroe for the past three weeks, is now convalescent. +++ Judge W. R. Rutland has moved [?] law Office and is now located [?] the south side of the public [square]. +++ J. M. Smith has recovered [from] a recent attack of measles [?] able to give due attention [?] official duties. +++ Prof. R. B. Dawkins and wife, Mr. O. C. Dawkins, Miss Louisa Bruton, and Miss Jessie Thomson of our town, left last Wednesday on the steamer Poplar Bluff, enroute to visit the Worlds Exposition, in New Orleans. +++ The commodious and elegant steamer, "Poplar Bluff," Capt. J. M. Rabun in command, arrived Tuesday at 3 o'clock, A.M. and after discharging a quantity of freight at Capt. Ramsey's landing, proceeded on her way to Beach [?] Scott's landing and Stein's Bluff. +++ Those of our friends who have visited the Exposition, now being held in New Orleans, pronounce [?] and in every respect. It has [missing words] an others in the states to [missing words] be the event of one's [missing words]. +++ We trust our patrons will grant us their indulgence for a short time. We expect, at an early date, to much improve the appearance of THE ADVOCATE by the purchase of new head letters and other material. +++ We send the ADVOCATE to those who were subscribers to the North Louisiana Appeal at the rate of its suspension, earnestly soliciting their patronage. Those who do not desire their subscription continued, will please notify us. +++ Thanks to Mr. D. Arent for copies of the Washington city Star and other papers. +++ Our old friend Julius Arent can be found at Simon Stein's popular grocery House on Main street. Julius has been prominently in business here for nearly twenty years, and it is his nature to be at all times affable and accommodating. +++ The subscription list of THE HOME ADVOCATE is increasing to a gratifying extent. Our paper begins its existence with more subscribers than is possessed by many county newspapers. We tender our thanks to those, friends who have obtained and forwarded us lists of subscribers. +++ VALENTINES. Saturday, February 14th IS St. Valentine's Day. Just received a fine assortment and new variety of SENTIMENTAL and COMICAL VALENTINES at S. Stein's. +++ Prof. R. B. Dawkins gives notice by advertisement, that the Second Term of Farmerville High School will open on Monday next. Prof. D. has had charge of this school for some time and his high attainments, upright character and strict attention to duty need no comment from us. +++ Messers. J. Marx & Bro. Seem to be taking the lead in mercantile affairs. Their advertisement will appear in our next issue. +++ Mr. David Arent, Notary Public and Insurance Agt. Will give prompt attention to business entrusted to him. See his cards advertised this week. +++ The few balmy spring like days of the past week forcibly remind our farmers of the coming planting season. Some of the colored workers are shifting their quarters while there are few yet undetermined as to what they shall do. A few days will probably settle differences as to estimates of wages and all hands will be found at work shoulder to shoulder in an honest effort to persuade mother earth to yield to them a full harvest at gathering time. +++ [advertisement] A NEW NEWSPAPER IN FARMERVILLE. The undersigned having purchased the printing outfit formerly used in publishing The North Louisiana Appeal, has established a weekly newspaper in the town of Farmerville, La., called THE HOME ADVOCATE. The proprietor of THE HOME ADVOCATE will strive to make of it - as its name implies - a first class home newspaper, and to this end earnestly solicits the cooperation of friends to the enterprise throughout the universe. In politics the ADVOCATE will be unswerving in its support of Democratic principles and an earnest advocate of every measure calculated develop the resources of our country and augment the prosperity and happiness of our people. We believe that the unity and perpetuity of the Democratic party is necessary to the achievement of these ends. Never having faltered in our allegiance to the said party, THE HOME ADVOCATE under the present management will never swerve from the line to assist in the political elevation of any man or set of men, reserving the right to express its preferences. It will unhesitatingly denounce the wrongs and heartily commend the right. The subscription price of the ADVOCATE is only ONE DOLLAR per Annum. In advance - within the reach of all. The charges for advertising and Job work are based on the "live and let live" principle. In ordering by mail be sure to observe the following directions: 1st. give name of your post office, county (or parish) and state. 2nd. Send money by postal note, post office order, or registered letter. T. C. Lewis (Union Parish) Farmerville, La. +++ [advertisement] S. STEIN'S FARMERVILLE, LA. Presided over by Mr. Julius Arent, assisted by Mr. B. B. Heller. Will be found constanly [sic] on hand a full and carefully selected stock, consisting of flour, meal, rice, potatoes, S. C. Hams, cheese, coffee, mackrel, garden seed, onion sets, chewing tobacco, smoking tobacco, canned goods, consisting of oysters, sardines, lobsters, salmons, potted ham, corned beef, soused mackrel, and a variety of fruits. He also makes a specialty of the Finest brands of CIGARS. The celebrated delmonico resort and BILLIARD SALOON is in fine condition where all lovers of the "Ball and Cue" can find wholesale enjoyment. Mr. Stein prides himself in the fact that he is able to furnish goods cheaper than they can be obtained at any other house in North Louisiana. Call at north east Corner of Main and Bayou Streets. [Note: This ad ran the length of the page, from top to bottom, and was in surviving issue of the "Home Advocate" between February 1885 and March 1886.] ================================================================================= ================================================================================= 18 Feb 1885, page 2 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= +++ Our "youngest" merchant, Mr. Jacob Stein, left per last steamer for a brief visit to Monroe. +++ Mr. J. M. Lee, Jr., assesor [sic], has opened an office in the building formerly [?] by Judge W. R. Rutland - south west side of the public square and is now ready to enter upon the discharge of his official duties. +++ Joseph Perkins, colored, who has been a resident of this place and vicinity for many years, was recently interdicted and sent to the Insane Asylum. +++ Mr. W. M. Rabun, son of Capt. J. M. Rabun of steamer Poplar Bluff, has concluded to abandon steamboating for a time and has opened a Livery & Feed Stable in this place. Read his advertisement and give him your patronage. +++ Give the ADVOCATE an unstinted support as a six column paper, and you will soon see it enlarged to seven columns. +++ Gov. McEnery has appointed our townsman, Dr. C. H. Jamison, coroner of Union parish, vice R. C. Burch, dec'd. We opine this selection will be eminently satisfactory to our parishioners. +++ We take pleasure in acknowledging the receipt of a complimentary ticket and cordial invitation to attend a Ball and Celebration to be given by the knights of Pythius at Stein's Hall, Feb 19th, 1885. This association is composed of many of our most prominent citizens, and is organized for the social as well as for benevolent purposes. The enterprise on the 19th. inst is to celebrate the 31st anniversary of [?] Period. The comittee [sic] of [?] will please accept thanks for their kind inviis. +++ Prof. R. B. Dawkins, returned on Saturday last, from a visit to the "Crescent" city. He speaks in appreciative terms of the World's Exposition and thinks that it would require somthing [sic] less than a thousand years for a visitor to "take it all in." The exshibts [sic] from the Smithsonian institute are said to be of especial interest. The Mexican exhibit is as yet incomplete, but of itself, will amply repay a visit to the city. Prof. D. informs us that although the exposition will close in May by limitation, the managers think of re-opening it next Fall. +++ Read the double-column advertisement of J. Marx & Bro., and go to them for bargains. +++ We had a pleasant call on Tuesday, from Rev. J. P. Everett, of Shiloh, from whom we are gratified to learn that the good denizens of that locality are prospering and, since the subsidence of the measel [sic] contagion, have enjoyed a fair degree of health; that Concord Institute opened on the 1st Monday, inst., under the management of Prof. E. M. Curry, with a fair attendance of pupils. +++ Proceedings of the Police Jury. We your committee on Finance to whom sundry claims against the Parish of Union were referred, report favorably on the following: WITNESS CLAIMS ALLOWED: State vs. Perry and William Melton - Claim in favor of H. W. Ramsay $3.95, J. W. Hale $7.80, J. Byrom $2.70, G. A. Kilgore, Sr. $5.00, Wm. Hunt $5.90, H. C. Barron $2.90. State vs. T. A. Skains - Claim in favor of L. Pardue $8.45, W. L. Gill $6.20. State vs. Sol. Canfield - Claim in favor of Rose Ruby $2.55, Sol. Ruby $2.55 State vs. Dave Smith - Claim in favor of D. W. Miles $2.37. State vs. W. S. Seale - Claim in favor of J. B. Christy $4.50. MISCELLANEOUS CLAIMS ALLOWED Account favor of J. M. Shaw, commissioner of election, $3 H. W. Ramsey, $12; GAZETTE public printing, $16 J. Stein $7 A. B. Norman, commissioner of election, $6 J. C. Cargill, wood for poor house, $10 Wm. Turnage, jailor $71.25 E. A. Dawkins, commissioner of election, $3 J. Stein, blankets for jail, $2.75 J. Stein, blankets for poor house, $410.45 J. Marx & Bro., blankets for poor house, $11.60 W. W. Taylor, commissioner of elections, $9 O. C. Dawkins, office rent, $160 Baughman & Stein, for poor house, $53.04 J. C. Cargill, clerk police Jury, $25 T. C. Lewis, printing, $3 T. H. McFadin, shrouding pauper, $6 B. F. Pleasant, sheriff, $364.70 Simon Stein, shrouding pauper, $3.05 D. J. Martin, digging grave for pauper, $3 W. R. Johnson, making coffin for pauper, $5 S. W. Feazel, making coffin for pauper, $3 J. R. Shultz, for registering voters, $15 Police Jury, February term, $91.60 Total: $883.11 Respectfully submitted, G. A. Bruton, Ch. F. C. [Chairman, Finance Committee] Be it ordained by the police jury in and for Union parish, La. That the above and foregoing accounts be and they are hereby allowed, and a sufficient amount of the public funds be appropriated to pay the same. Approved, February 4, 1885. R. J. Tabor, President Police Jury -- Be it ordained by the Police Jury in and for Union parish, La., That R. T. Moore, W. C. Mitchem, W. B. Lowery, G. W. Lowery, G. W. Harper and Jefferson Jones, be and they are hereby appointed a jury of freeholders to trace and lay out a new road to leave the Claiborne road near W. C. Mitchems to run by G. W. Lowery's thence by W. N. Antrey's to the parish line. Approved Feb. 4, 1885. R. J. Tabor, Pres. P. J.; J. C. Cargill, Clerk. -- We, your committee on public printing, beg leave to submit that we have received sealed bids for the public printing in and for Union parish, La., and that we find J. G. Trimble propriety [sic] of the Farmerville GAZETTE, the lowest bidder. Respectfully submitted, S. W. Taylor, Ch'n. -- Be it ordained by the Police Jury in and for Union parish, La., That the public printing be and is hereby awarded the Farmerville GAZETTE, J. G. Trimble, proprietor, provided he does the parish printing as per contract with the Police Jury. Approved, Feb. 4, 1885. R. J. Tabor, Pres. J.; J. C. Cargill, Clerk. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= 27 Feb 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 1 [This the first issue in which the masthead appears. The top left column contained the "Official Directory", listing all local, state, and federal elected officials. The local officials are given here.] +++ Official Directory: Twenty Second Senatorial District, Senator E. Thomas Sellers of Union Representative: William W. Heard, Farmerville Police Jurors: James Underwood, Ward One George A. Bruton, Ward Two Samuel W. Taylor, Ward Three William B. Wimberly, Ward Five James M. Dawkins, Ward Six James C. Cargill, Clerk Magistrates: Randall H. Odom, John M. Lee, Jr., Ward One N. L. Funderburk, Ward Two Christopher C. Norman, Ward Three Henry T. White, Ward Four Elza Bilbery, Ward Five G. W. Carroll, Ward Six William K. Rushing, Ward Seven Frederick Preause, Ward Eight E. M. Richardson, Ward Ten School Board E. Thomas Sellers, President John M. Lee, Jr., Secretary Town of Farmerville Thomas F. Gilbert, Mayor William Turnage, Marshal page 2 +++ Comments of the Press. Farmerville Gazette, 11th inst. [February 11]: The HOME ADVOCATE, edited by Judge T. C. Lewis, appeared last week. The first issue is a six column paper, when as the successor of the Appeal, a seven column paper was expected. Monroe Bulletin, 18th inst. Judge T. C. Lewis, formerly editor of the old Union Record, but who has been absent from Farmerville for several years, has returned to that place and established a newspaper, the HOME ADVOCATE. The new enterprise has the best wishes of the Bulletin. Natchitoches Review, 19th inst. The newspaper business seems to be on a boom in this State, judging from the number of newspapers that are being established. We noticed two in our last issue and this week another comes with the request to exchange. A neat, newsy little journal of four pages, published at Farmerville, Union parish, T. C. Lewis, Esq., editor and proprietor, and called The HOME ADVOCATE. We wish the ADVOCATE success and exchange with pleasure. Ruston Caligraph, 19th inst. The HOME ADVOCATE, published at Farmerville, by Judge T. C. Lewis and Bienville New Era, published at Gibbs, on the V., S. & P. Railroad, by T. J. Mangham, are two new papers recently established. Both are six column papers, neatly printed and well edited. We wish both a prosperous career and financial success commensurate with the exertion necessary to publish them. Arcadia Advance, 21st inst. The HOME ADVOCATE, a new paper started at Farmerville, La., by Judge T. C. Lewis, formerly editor of the now defunct Union Record. It presents a neat appearance and is well patronized by the merchants of the town. Lake Charles Echo, 21st inst. We are in receipt of the first number of the HOME ADVOCATE, published at Farmerville Union parish, by our old friend and former parishioner, Judge T. C. Lewis. The ADVOCATE is a neat, well printed, 24 column paper, and the salutatory has the right ring and shows that the Judge has started out with the intention of making the paper one of the permanent institutions of the thriving little town of Farmerville, and we wish him success and a full share of public patronage. Thanks to our confreres of the press, for their complimentary notices of the ADVOCATE. We will ever strive to merit their approbation and good will. page 3 +++ Make ready for gardening, a good garden will save you money. +++ The ADVOCATE will, hereafter, be published on Friday of each week, instead of Wednesday. +++ Mrs. Limekuhler and family and Joe and Jake Stein, were passengers on the D. Stein last evening. +++ The Steamer, D. Stein, Capt. [?] _adway in command, arrived at our landing Wednesday, and left for Monroe last night. +++ District Court adjourned on last Thursday, and the lawyers and court officers are now enjoying a respite from constant labor and [?]. +++ We are requested to announce that Rev. J. L. Williams of the M. E. Church, South, will preach at Farmerville on Sunday next, at [?] o'clock a.m. +++ We have secured the services of Mr. Jesse H. Canfield, an experienced printer, and the ADVOCATE office can now turn out all kinds of job printing in the latest styles. +++ We are extremely sorry to have to report that Sheriff Pleasant was the subject of an accidental [?] a few days ago, by which one of his ankles was painfully, but we trust not seriously injured. +++ We acknowledge a pleasant call [?] in Rev. J. L. Sawyer, who [?] is now the Presiding Elder of this Homer- District, M. E. Church South. Rev. S. was here on Saturday and Sunday inst., attending quarterly meeting of his church. +++ He has a lively imagination who can conceive of anything good to do or good to smoke that cannot be found at S. Stein's grocery and [?] emporium. Prices remarkably low. +++ We had a pleasant call on Friday of last week, from Dr. Saxon Dillard, of Vienna, La. The Doctor informs me that he expects to soon relocate in our town, for the practice of his profession. +++ We were gratified to meet on [?] last, our esteemed and [?] friend, W. W. Guthrie, [several words missing] from his [missing words] Bayou Barthole[mew] +++ Grand Entertainment by the Knights of Pythias. The lecture and entertainment given by the Knights of Pythias on Thursday night of last week was a grand affair. The night seemed to be made on purpose for the occasion, the elements conspiring to show their sympathy with the cause, gave us one of those bright, clear evenings that belong peculiarly to February in our southern clime. The sky was resplendent with stars, and the silvery moon lent a mellow radiance to the night. The much talked of event had come; and all of beauty, and all of chivalry that our town contained, assembled to do it honor. At an early hour the Masonic Hall was crowded with elegant ladies, and distinguished members and friends of the Pythian tie: every available seat was occupied and even standing room was scant. The audience was first addressed by Col. T. O. Benton, of Monroe, who eloquently and succinctly detailed the history of the Brotherhood and referred to the very rapid growth of the Order, which, having been organized only twenty-one years, numbers a membership of more than one hundred and fifty thousand. This State has now forty-nine lodges, and a membership of 2452. Judge George A. Killgore delivered a brief but comprehensive address, in which he lucidly portrayed the social and benevolent objects of the Pythian order. It had been announced that Judge John Young, of Homer, would also deliver an address; but Judge Y. arose and asked to be excused on account of severe hoarseness, which prevented him from speaking coherently. After the lecture, a majority of those present repaired to Stein's Hall, where the votaries of Terpsichore tripped the light "fantastic", till early morn. The Grand Hall was in every respect a perfect success. The music was excellent and was furnished by the Shreveport band, employed for the occasion. The viands of cake and wine were delicious and exhilarating. Too much credit cannot be given to Knights H. Brown, R. Haas, M. Guehring, G. Hartman, and J. K. Atkinson, committee on arrangements; and to Knights E. Sterne, E. S. Harris, A. Siegel, D. M. Ramsey and S. D. Rosenfield, committee on reception, for their untiring efforts to make their guests feel at home and afford them every comfort. Taken all [?], it was not only the event of the season, but one of the most successful entertainments that Farmerville has ever enjoyed. +++ Mr. O. C. Dawkins, of our town has just returned from a visit to the World's Exposition. He was present at the Mardi Gras festivities, and reports it as being one of the grandest displays ever seen in the Crescent city. He kindly furnishes the readers of the Advocate with the following information as to a few of the articles on exhibition: A plank of the big tree from California, felled in 1853, which was 380 feet high and 18 feet in diameter. It required five men twenty-five days to fell it The plank is six feet, three inches wide. A pumpkin, weighing 222 pounds, and an Irish potato weighing 11 pounds and two ounces, also from California. A cypress tree from North Carolina, measuring 42 feet in circumference and 100 feet to the first limb. Magnificent rosewood furniture of forty grades from Honduras. A pear weighing two pounds and nine ounces, a thirty-nine and a half pound turnip, and a forty pound cabbage from Oregon. A fence of Bamboo brier, from Japan. Mr. Dawkins states that it would be quite a task for him to undertake, or the Advocate to publish a complete description of the "big show." +++ It is with regret that we chronicle the death of little Carrie, daughter of Mr. And Mrs. F. Selig, which occurred on Wednesday, the 18th inst., of pneumonia. +++ Mr. J. H. Roark, the very efficient post master at Marion, was in town yesterday, and honored the ADVOCATE with a visit. He states that the people of the "east side," are, generally, prosperous and healthful. +++ [From the] Monroe Bulletin: The Farmerville HOME ADVOCATE "solicits the patronage of friends favorable to the enterprise throughout the universe." Evidently the management does not propose to confine its sphere of usefulness, as its name would indicate, to the home circle. [Judge Lewis, writing in response to the above notice:] The ADVOCATE desires universal patronage to enable it to properly advocate home interests. It hopes, however, to extend its sphere of usefulness even to that "little city of great men," i.e., Monroe. +++ The way to be healthy, wealthy and wise: Subscribe for the ADVOCATE, and advertise. +++ The Prohibition election in Lincoln parish last Tuesday, resulted in a victory for prohibition by a majority of 49. The vote stood at 437 against License and 388 for License. +++ Julius says: "Let those now smoke who never smoked before, and those who always smoked now smoke the more," - and go to S. Stein's for cigars. +++ [advertisement] HOUSE KEEPERS, ATTENTION. It will pay you to visit S. Stein's FAMILY GROCERY AT FARMERVILLE LA. Staple, and fancy groceries received fresh every week. Only first class Goods Kept in Stock and any thing bought from us is fully warranted. +++ [advertisement] SPRING 1885 NEW GOODS GREAT VARIETY LOW PRICES HEAD QUARTERS OF UNION PARISH. J. MARX & BRO. Are leading the day and are the champions of the mercantile comunity [sic] of this parish. Our adage "we can't be undersold" and "quick sales and small profits", is demonstrated by our immense sales and untold popularity. In our Establishment you can find Dry Goods, Clothing, Boots, Shoes, Hats and Caps, Groceries, Hardware, Wood and Willow ware, glass ware, Crockery, Saddlery, Drugs, Medicines, Stationary, Guns, Pistols, Stoves, Furniture, Buggies, Wagons, Cane mills, Evaporators, Horses, Mules, & ct. Give us a trial before purchasing elsewhere and you will save money. We are here to stay and our aim is to do the Business if close attention, fair dealing and the lowest possible Prices will accomplish it. February 18th, 1885. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= MARCH 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= 6 Mar 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 3 +++ Mr. Eugene Sterne and Mr. E. Harris were passengers on the steamer Stein today, bound for the Crescent city. We wish them a safe and pleasant trip. +++ G. A. Killgore, W. W. Heard, and David Arent returned a few days ago from new Orleans, where they have been attending the Exhibition. They express themselves as well pleased. +++ Sheriff Pleasant's residence [?] is nearing completion, is an [?] to our town. Our popular Sheriff intends to preempt [?] the office he so well fills. +++ Mr. E. A. Dawkins, of Ouachita City, was on a visit to town Tuesday, and gave us a brief, but pleasant call. He has our thanks for notable expressions, and interest [?] in behalf of our newspaper. +++ The Farmerville Gazette has [?] its sixth volume. We congratulate our neighbor upon [?] neat appearance of his newspaper [?] and the marked evidences of [?] prosperity which attend its publication. +++ [From the] Minden Democrat: Our young friend Jesse Canfield has been a pillar to both the Democrat and Tribune as typo for the past three years, left last Monday morning for Farmerville, La., where he will take charge of the mechanical department of the HOME ADVOCATE. Jesse set his [?] type in this office and he certainly has its best wishes in any [?] all his undertakings. +++ [From the] Webster Tribune: Mr. Jesse Canfield who had charge of the Tribune during our absence, has accepted a position on the Farmerville Gazette. Jesse is a good printer and will undoubtedly succeed. [Judge Lewis in answer to the above:] There is a slight mistake in the above notice. Mr. Canfield has a position in the HOME ADVOCATE, vice Farmerville Gazette. +++ Mr. R. B. Webb has opened a business establishment on the north side of the public square, in the building formerly occupied by Mr. T. F. Gilbert, where he will be glad to meet his many friends, and furnish them with Groceries on satisfactory terms. See his advertisement. +++ Our town was honored Sunday and Monday by a pleasant professional visit from Dr. Mark M. Lehman, of New Orleans. The doctor is a welcomed visitor to our town as his presence here is always indicative of a pleasant event which has just previously happened, carrying gladness to two expectant hearts. We hope to see you on many similar visits, doctor. +++ Clerk, Jas. M. Smith, and Messrs. Randall H. Odom, J. D. and J. E. Everette and Wm. Turnage, departed today for the Exposition. All are "boys" of our town and we wish them no harm but plenty of fun. Each wears a spring mustache, the growth of which we trust the genial climate of the Crescent city will promote, as the hard winter here has been exceedingly trying upon all young truck. +++ Our townsman, Julius Arent, left on Monday last for a visit to New Orleans for the double purpose of visiting the World's Exposition and purchasing additional stock for S. Stein's Grocery Emporium. During his absence the business will be in charge of his efficient and obliging assistant, Mr. B. B. Heller, who will serve customers promptly, at lowest prices. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= 13 Mar 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 3 +++ Dr. Saxon Dillard has purchased a residence in town, and will soon move in. We tender you a hearty [?], Doctor, in advance. +++ We are willing to take poultry, [?], butter, corn, potatoes, etc. at [?] rates, in payment of subscription to the ADVOCATE. +++ We want an active agent in every town and neighborhood in North Louisiana to solicit subscriptions, to whom we are willing to pay liberal commissions. +++ Several mischievous cows of our [haven ?] congregate daily around the public square and filch prevender [sic] on wagons, sometimes causing teamsters to quote profane history. +++ Dropping in at the cozy and tidy office of our near neighbor, J. M. Lee, Jr., we found him knuckling [?] down to the duties devolving upon him as Parish Assessor. +++ We learn from Mr. R. J. Tabor, who visited out town on Tuesday last, that the waters of Bayou Cornie are now down sufficiently to permit crossing without inconvenience or extra expense. +++ Messrs. D. Arent and D. Stein returned on Wednesday from a brief visit to Bastrop and Monroe. They say they had a pleasant visit and boast of the hospitality of our Morehouse and Ouachita neighbors. +++ We have met Mr. Wm. Pearson, Mr. R. J. Tabor and other leading planters of this parish, during the last week; we infer from their conversation that the outlook for farmers, to date, is not overly flattering. +++ We were gratified to meet on the street our esteemed townsman, J. W. Manning, Esq., just from the thriving town of Ruston. Mr. M. has purchased a plantation near the above mentioned town, the supervision of which necessitates his constant attention. +++ The ADVOCATE acknowledges a visit from Mr. Simon Stein, the energetic and popular merchant located at Stein's Bluff. Thanks, Simon, for your expressions of kindly feeling, and the interest you evince in the success of this paper. +++ Mr. V. A. Rabun has opened a first class business establishment in the building known as the "Anvil [?] Saloon," on Main street, for the sale of Family Groceries, Plantation Supplies, & c. We direct the attention of our readers to his double-column advertisement, which appears in this issue of the ADVOCATE. Mr. Rabun is assisted in business by our polite and attentive young friend, John M. Rabun, Jr., who will at all times be glad to meet and satisfactorily serve his numerous friends. Give them a call for they guarantee satisfaction both as to quality of goods and prices. +++ [From the] Times-Democrat: Mr. Julius Arent, a popular gentleman and merchant of Farmerville, Union parish, La., is in the city on a bout of observation. He pronounces the Exposition a grand sight, and proposes on his return to North Louisiana to urge upon all her acquaintances to take it in. +++ Just before going to press we learn that a serious and probably fatal difficulty occurred at Mr. G. H. Colvin's mill, in ward five of this parish, between Mr. Lory Mayfield, grandson of Capt. John Mayfield, and a man by the name of Harvester, in which Mr. Mayfield was shot, from the effects of which he will probably die. We were not able to learn the particulars of the difficulty more than we have above related. The deputy sheriff has gone in pursuit of Harvester. +++ We direct attention to the advertisement of Messrs. Baughman & Stein, published this week. Both of these young merchants are natives of our parish; both are well known to our people as thorough business men of probity and energy. The senior partner is a son of Mr. M. J. Baughman, one of our oldest and most substantial citizens. The junior partner is the eldest son of that experienced and indomitable merchant, Col. D. Stein, who has almost a world-wide reputation in business circles. The firm of Baughman & Stein, having a large and complete stock of goods, and their business capacity being backed by ample capital, are well prepared to successfully compete with any other merchantile establishment in North Louisiana. Let those who have any doubt as to their resolution to furnish goods at low rates, call on them and examine their stock and prices. +++ Mr. W. P. Chandler has kindly favored us with an inspection of a journalistic relic, to wit: A copy of the Union Record, of date December 5th, 1873. Eleven years and ninety-eight days have been added to the evolution of ages since the above mentioned date. What sad and momentous events have transpired during that time. We notice mentioned in the columns of this old Record, the following names of those who were among our best friends and many of them prominent citizens, who have passed to that "bourne from whence no traveler returns" W. C. Smith, W. A. Darby, Rev. R. P. Bruton, J. C. Manning, Dr. J. A. Dozier, Dr. R. C. Manning, Dr. T. D. Manning, J. R. Goynes, W. M. Cooper. The practice of allowing the mind to dwell upon the past and meditate as to as to "what might have been," is reprobated by some, but in taking a thoughtful retrospect of those eleven years, we may learn many valuable lessons which may enable us to avert calamities that may otherwise befall us. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= 20 Mar 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 1 +++ [This article was submitted to the "Advocate" by Union Parish farmer Elijah M. Dean, so I have abstracted it here - see the notice on page three about Dean.] HOG CHOLERA Mr. J. Long, of Jasper county, says. Years ago I lost thousands of dollars' worth of hogs, but for the last six years I have not lost any, and I have a remedy that I will warrant. I have tried it in thousands of cases, and never had a failure. I am now engaged in buying lots of hogs where cholera prevails; I bought two hundred and fifty recently and found no trouble in curing them. My remedy is this: Make a concentrated lye into good soap by the usual rule; take one pail of the soap to fifty hogs; put it in a kettle, add water and two pounds of copperas, boil it; then add dishwater and milk, or anything to make it taste good, till you have about what the hogs will drink. Place enough of the mixture, while warm, for twenty-five hogs to drink, in troughs, in a separate lot. Just when ready to let the hogs in, scatter two pounds of soda in the troughs; the object is to have it foaming as the hogs come to drink. Be sure that every hog drinks, and if he will not drink, put him in the hospital; and if you cannot get him to drink, then knock him in the head, for he will give the cholera to the rest. After twenty-five have had all they will drink, let in twenty-five more, and continue till the whole are treated. The next day go through the same operation. After the second day skip a day, then give for two days, and you may turn them out cured. I generally give the same dose once a week to my hogs. An important point is to make the hog drink, and if he will not take it any other way, add new milk or put in sugar. page 2 +++ IN MEMORIUM, Died at his father's residence near Marion, La. On the 9th day of March 1885, Henry Clark (col.) aged 22 years. This young man was noble to his friends and his foes. He was attentive to the duties devolving upon him. In 1880 he was a pupil in my school. He was ever studious, his lessons were carefully studied and correctly recited. Mr. Clark was not a member of the Church, but he made confession just before death. His last words were "Grieve not for me for I am going to my eternal home." May God receive this pilgrim at his right hand in Heaven. Deceased leaves a wife, a father and mother to mourn his loss. Dock McHenry (col.) +++ NOTICES OF THE PRESS. --- [From the] Alexandria Town Talk, 5th. We are in receipt of a copy of the HOME ADVOCATE, the first number of which was recently issued at Farmerville; also a paper called the Bienville New Era. With both we gladly exchange, and wish them a long, prosperous and useful career. --- [From the] Morgan City Review, 7th inst. The HOME ADVOCATE, T. C. Lewis, editor and proprietor is a new journal published at Farmerville, La. It is a six column paper, printed with long primer type and looks well. Union parish will be benefited by the ADVOCATE and the people should extend it a hearty welcome and liberal support. --- [From the] Bienville New Era. We have received the third number of the HOME ADVOCATE, Farmerville, La., a neatly printed and ably conducted six-column weekly, edited by Judge T. C. Lewis. Price $1.50 a year; and will enter it on our exchange list with pleasure. We wish it abundant success. --- [From the] Colfax Chronicle. The HOME ADVOCATE is a new paper lately started at Farmerville, La., by Judge T. C. Lewis editor and proprietor. Its typographical appearance is neat, and the state of its editorials evidences the fact that the editor is not a novice in the business. We hope to receive the ADVOCATE for two thousand weeks to come. page 3 +++ We learn that chicken cholera is prevalent in town. +++ Potatoes $2.75 a barrel, cash at the popular house of Jacob Stein +++ Spring seems disposed to "linger in the arms of Winter." +++ Did the see the eclipse of the sun last Monday? +++ Mr. V. A. Rabun sells groceries cheap, and guarantees their quality. +++ Work has been resumed on Stein's brick store. We are assured it will soon be completed. +++ Mr. S. W. Ramsey Jr., a prominent merchant of Spearsville, visited our town last Saturday. +++ Farmerville can now boast (?) of two wholesale liquor dealers - Messrs. Donnelly and Webb. +++ Mr. N. B. Gill, the popular and efficient Assessor of Lincoln parish, was a visitor to our town on Saturday. +++ TO ARRIVE, Latest style of ladie's trimmed and untrimmed Hats, and finest assortment of Millinery Goods at JACOB STEIN'S. +++ There are two applicants for the postmastership here, Mr. Isaac Shuster, the present incumbent, and T. F. Gilbert. +++ The residence of Sheriff Pleasant, is receiving its outside dressing from the brush of Messrs. Atkinson and Shuster, painters. +++ The HOME ADVOCATE is under special obligations to Mr. O. C. Dawkins, for innumerable favors and attentions. We appreciate his kindness. +++ Messrs. E. B. Billberry, W. R. and G. L. Turnage, have returned home from the Exposition; the latter gentleman with a case of Exposition measles. +++ Union parish has no candidate for a foreign mission under Mr. Cleveland, but Mr. David Arent is an applicant for the position of Receiver in the U.S. Land Office, in New Orleans. [Note: Mr. Cleveland was President Grover Cleveland, who had been sworn in few weeks prior to this notice.] +++ Standing on the top-most brick of Stein's new store, now in course of completion, we obtained a very good view of the town. We could see way over in the direction of Shiloh. [Note: Stein's previous store had burned in early April of 1883.] +++ Mr. E. J. Lee, living near this [?] killed a weasel of enormous [?] his premises last week [rest indecipherable]. +++ The excitement over the eclipse has passed, but not over the cheap prices of goods offered by JACOB STEIN'S. +++ Mr. T. A. Heard, brother of our townsman Hon. W. W. Heard, visited our town on Tuesday. Mr. H. is a member of the mercantile firm of J. W. Heard & Co. Shiloh, La. +++ The new drug store of Coroner C. H. Jameson is another addition to the town. It is located south of the public square, adjoining Donnelley's hotel, and is well supplied with medicines. +++ Mr. Sig Marx, junior member of the popular mercantile firm of J. Marx & Bro. departed Monday on a trip of business and pleasure, to the Crescent City. We wish him a safe, pleasant and prosperous trip. +++ Will pay better prices for Wool and Hides, in cash or goods, than any other house in town. JACOB STEIN. +++ Why is the HOME ADVOCATE like a wife? Because every man should have one of his own. Therefore don't bother your neighbor trying to borrow his newspaper, but send us one dollar for twelve months subscription to the ADVOCATE. +++ $16 will purchase a complete stove, with fixtures, at JACOB STEIN'S. +++ Mr. Matthew Taylor states that there is a little trouble on his plantation relative to the tendency of a laborer to forfeit his contract. We agree with him in the belief that there should be some statutory method to compel a faithful performance of contracts. +++ Judge W. R. Rutland returned on Monday from a trip to Baton Rouge and New Orleans. We regret to learn that the Judge has disposed of his property here with the view of moving. He thinks of locating in Baton Rouge, for the practice of his profession. +++ Gov. McEnery has issued a warrant ordering Sheriff Pleasant to execute Perry Melton and William Melton, father and son, on Friday April 10th, 1885, between the hours of 12 m. [sic] and 2 p.m. These unfortunate men were convicted on the 8th of Nov. 1884, of murdering John W. Cherry. Under a recent law, not more than fifteen persons can witness the hanging. +++ A private letter from our former townsman, M. L. McFarland, Esq., now residing in Texas, to a citizen of Farmerville, states that the injury to the sheep and cattle interests of Texas by the severity of the past winter, is unprecedented. The mortality among sheep has recently somewhat abated, but the cattle are dying in large numbers. +++ Mr. E. M. Dean has favored the ADVOCATE with a receipt [sic - recipe] for the cure of hog cholera, which we publish for the information and benefit of our readers. It will be found published on the first page of this paper. Mr. Dean informs us that the remedy has proven efficacious in every instance, that it has come to his knowledge, where it has been prepared and used according to this receipt [sic]. +++ Mr. Jacob Stein, successor of the mammouth [sic] mercantile firm of D. Stein & Co appears before the people in this issue of the HOME ADVOCATE, by an advertisement headed, "Reform in Prices" - Jacob has the personal capacity for business, and, being aided by ample capital and the prestige of the old firm, he is well prepared to re-form prices. He was reared in the town and knowns the needs of [bottom of page destroyed]. +++ It is with pleasure we chronical [sic] the appointment, by Gov. McEnery, of our talented young townsman John E. Everett, Esq., as justice of the Peace of this ward, vice R. H. Odom, who has moved from the parish. +++ It seems to be difficult for the weather to settle down for good behavior. There was considerable frost Monday and Tuesday morning, then bright, pleasant sunshine, followed by a cold blast Wednesday morning brought ice, and Thursday morning moderate weather with indications of rain. +++ The "B boys" of Farmerville will read the following lines thoughtfully, and govern themselves accordingly: "The young man who is rash Cuts off his mustache, And gets himself into a pickle, For the girl, the pert miss, Says she never will kiss. Any lips that are void of a tickle." +++ A few days ago we overheard a prominent whole souled merchant of Farmerville, giving the following important piece of advice to a farmer: "Subscribe for the HOME ADVOCATE, and when you plant your crop, put in one or two more rows of cotton or corn, for the purpose of paying subscription." This was undoubtedly wise counsel. +++ We had a pleasant call on Monday last, from Mr. W. J. Smith, formerly one of our most substantial citizens, but now a resident of our sister parish of Lincoln. Mr. Smith was "cut off" from Union by the formation of the new parish, but says he was for so many years identified with the people and the interests of old Union, that he must have a Union parish newspaper. His visit was for the purpose of having his name enrolled upon the subscription book of the HOME ADVOCATE. +++ We are daily adding names to our subscription list. We have recently ordered new head-letters and other printing material for our paper, which will add much to its appearance. We will soon expand to the dimensions of seven columns. Send in your names, give us a trial; it will cost you but little. We are giving the ADVOCATE our undivided attention, and using our best efforts to publish a good, readable, home newspaper. We want at least 1000 subscribers in this parish. We are determined to make the paper a complete success, if strict attention to business will accomplish this end. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= 27 Mar 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 3 +++ Mr. V. A. Rabun will give you [?] bargains in family groceries. Don't fail to visit him. +++ Mr. J. M. Lee informs us that he has recently lost several hogs to cholera. +++ Croquet sets, for sale, cheap. JULIUS ARENT, ag't. +++ Mr. D. Patton to our admiring gaze, on Tuesday, the garden "sass" of the season - [?] sized radish. +++ Why not call at the mammoth establishment of Baughman & [?] and examine their stock and [prices]? +++ Milk of Grapes. A delightful beverage which will not intoxicate - found only at S. STEIN'S. +++ We are gratified to chronicle the [?] of Capt. L. Brunner, who [?] been wrestling with a severe [?] of pneumonia, at Monroe, [?] two months past. +++ W. B. Wimberly, a prominent [farmer] of the fifth ward, was in [?] on Monday. He says the [farmers ?] of his section are making [?] progress as circumstances [?] permit. +++ [We] learn that pneumonia prevails to an alarming extent in the [?] west portion of our parish. [first initial unreadable] W. Thornton informs us several deaths have occurred [?] neighborhood, recently. +++ [In] the municipal election held Monday last, Mr. W. B. H. Poer was elected Mayor of Farmerville for the ensuing year. Messr's. [initial missing] Gilbert; H. Ludwig, D. Stein; [initials missing] Shuster, were elected Aldermen. Only 60 votes were polled. +++ [The] weather continues disagreeably cold. There was considerable [frost] Tuesday morning, which, we [regret ?] to learn, materially damaged the fruit crop. Rain Tuesday [was] followed by a damp, uncomfortable mist up to this (Friday) morning. +++ Several Exposition excursionists [left] Farmerville for New Orleans [during] the past week. Mr. Simon [Stein] and family took passage on the steamer, Saturday; Mr. F. Selig and daughter, and Master David [?] __well left on Sunday, via Ruston and Thursday, Messers J. B. ___ngton, J. G. Trimble, and Dr. [initial missing] McFarland left. We wish [them] a pleasant trip. +++ Stein's brick store, which, under the skillful manipulation of Messers Ludwig and Roberts is rapidly nearing completion, is of mammoth dimensions. Its measurement is 56 by 110 feet; its front on Main street will be quite an ornament to our town. +++ Mr. Julius Arent, manager of S. Stein's "Boss" Grocery Emporium, has just returned from New Orleans with a full and complete supply of goods usually found in his line of business. Mr. Arent gave this selection his personal attention, and can guarantee satisfaction both as to quality and prices. Attention is directed to his double-column advertisement published in this issue of our paper. +++ Our young friend G. who lives between Downsville and Arkansas, was making preparations to marry, and frequently talked over the matter with his intended bride, and together they suggested useful articles for their prospective household. Recently he asked his lady love: "Does anything else suggest itself to you, my dear, that I might get to make our home happy?" The young lady blushed, and with a love-light in her eye responded: "Nothing, my darling, unless you think it would be pleasant to have your life insured." The wedding day has been postponed. +++ DARING BURGLARY. On last Wednesday night an audacious and daring burglary was committed at Shiloh, in this parish, by some person or persons unknown. We are not in possession of the full particulars, but learn that every business house in the place was entered and robbed of money, dry goods, jewelry, etc. Mr. Jesse Boatright's safe was robbed of between $30 and $40. Messers Fuller & Booles and J. W. Heard & Co., were robbed of small amounts of money, and dry goods, jewelry, notions, etc., of considerable value. Mr. A. J. Mashaw was the heaviest sufferer; the thieves carried off his entire stock of jewellry [sic] amounting, in value, to several hundred dollars. No clue as to the perpetrators had been obtained, at the time our informant left Shiloh. It would be well for merchants, and people generally, to exercise the utmost vigilance, for there are good reasons to believe that this section of the state is now infested with an organized band of thieves, ever on the alert for opportunities to ply their nefarious vocation. +++ We learn from the Monroe Bulletin that a distressing accident occurred in Monroe, last Monday. The clothing of little Dora Gerson caught fire from a stove in the scool [sic] room, and before the flames could be extinguished almost all her clothing was burned off of her and she herself was so severely burned that no hopes are entertained of her recovery. +++ The will of Davied Dickson the richest colored farmer in the South has just been admitted to probate in Hancodk [sic - Hancock] county, Ga. The deceased left $400,000 to Amanda Eubanks, a colored woman. The balance of his estate is valued at $60,000. Of this Mr. Jeff L. Worthen, who is one of his executors, and his brothers, and sisters receive about $40,000. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= APRIL 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= 3 Apr 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 2 +++ NEW LIVERY AND FEED STABLE. MARCUS W. RABUN, Farmerville, Louisiana. I announce to the public that I have opened a New Livery and Feed Stable at the South-west corner of Public Square. Good Feed and Good Care of Stock Guaranteed to the Transient Travelers' Horses, Buggies, Hacks and other conveyances always on hand, and for hire at Reasonable charges. +++ REFORM IN PRICES. JACOB STEIN (successor to) D. STEIN & CO. Farmerville. Offers the best assortment and lowest prices in dry goods, boots and shoes, clothing, gents' furnishing goods, hardware, crockery, groceries, &c. +++ GO TO V. A. RABUN'S for immense bargains in FAMILY GROCERIES and plantation supplies. I have opened up a business on Main Street in the town of Farmerville, La., and my object is to supply the public with a superior article of - FARMILY GROCERIES - at the lowest rates. Call and examine my stock. Satisfaction Guaranteed. page 3 +++ We acknowledge a pleasant interview with Dr. R. F. Thompson. +++ Messrs. J. G. D. Simmons, J. R. Furgerson, and B. F. Neal, of Cherry Ridge neighborhood, were visitors to our town on Saturday. +++ Mr. J. G. D. Simmons and Mr. R. A. Dawkins are authorized to represent "the Home Advocate" in their respective sections of the parish. +++ There has been an extended singing school here for the past few weeks, which will be of great advantage to the young men and ladies. We think all who can should learn the art. +++ The clothing offered for sale by Baughman & Stein, all comes direct from importers; made only by first-class tailors. Secure the latest cuts and style. +++ Remember that Baughman & Stein's is the "Boss" Emporium for Clothing and all other articles of gents' furnishing goods; in fact they are well prepared to furnish every thing needed in the way of Spring and Summer apparel. +++ Under the law, the person having a writ of Fieri Facias or Execution issued, has the right to select a paper published in the parish in which the advertisement of the sale of the property is inserted. We desire to call the attention of our friends to this law and ask them to make a note of it, and not to forget that the ADVOCATE is published every Friday. +++ The Spring Clothing of Messrs. Baughman & Stein is "nobby." The citizens of Farmerville pronounce their present immense stock to be one of the best ever brought to this market. +++ Sheriff Pleasant has been notified by Attorney General Cunningham that, in his opinion, the intention of the legislature, under Act. 79 of 1884, was that death sentences should be executed in private. The execution of Perry and Wm. Melton, will therefore, take place in the presence of the Sheriff and not less than four, nor more than fifteen witnesses. +++ A ripple of excitement was caused yesterday morning, at Donnelly's Hotel, by the accidental discharge of a shot gun in the hands of a little boy. No person injured. +++ We regret to learn that our townsman, V. A. Rabun, Esq. and one of Mr. T. J. Heath's little children are severely sick. We hope for their speedy recovery. +++ The gin house of Mr. David Nolan was destroyed by fire on Tuesday night last. Insured for $1200 by Messrs. Arent & Patton, Ins. Agents in the Hope Insurance Company of New Orleans. +++ Mr. J. H. Mason, accompanied by Master Arthur Lewis, on "piscatorial sport inclined," wended their way to the banks of D'Arbonne on Tuesday, and soon returned with a five pounder and several smaller specimens of finny tribe. +++ We learn that the gin house of Mrs. Hammock, near Shiloh, was burned last week. The gin was running at the time and it is supposed that the fire was caused by friction of the machinery. The banding and five bales of cotton, not being insured, are a total loss. +++ Bacon, Lard, Coffee, Sugar and a complete stock of canned goods, for sale by JULIUS ARENT, Agt. +++ Mr. Anderson Stucky, who, for the past eight months, has been employed as driver on the stage line from this place to Choudrant Station, died suddenly on Saturday night inst. The deceased leaves a widowed mother and a wife and two children, residing near Choudrant Station, who have our sympathy in this, their great bereavment [sic]. +++ We were gratified on Monday last, to again meet our friend and kinsman, Mr. J. H. Mason, formerly publisher of the old Union Record at this place, but now foreman in the Advance office at Arcadia, La. Mr. M. is taking a short respite from the exactions of that "art preservative" by visiting among his relatives and numerous friends. +++ FLOUR and CORN MEAL by the barrel or by retail, for sale cheap, by JULIUS ARENT, Agt. +++ It is reported that the young ladies think of calling a convention and declaring by formal resolution, when they are brides they will do away with the horrible fashion of being kissed by every gray whiskered, bald-headed old duffer who attends the wedding. If this resolution be adhered to, there are quite a number of festive old gentlemen who will not be on hand at the wedding. +++ Messers J. M. Smith and J. D. Everett, who have recently visited the Exposition, state that the Battle of Sedan, is pronounced by superior critics to be the grandest panoramic view ever produced before a public. It shows with great accuracy the positions of the German and French armies at four o'clock in the evening of the day of the battle. The visitor is particularly struck with the apparently life-like and realistic action of the troops. It is truly grand, beyond all conception; all visitors who have seen it say they would not have "missed it for the world.' +++ Mr. W. R. Turnage, son of our efficient town Marshall, visited our town yesterday. +++ Mrs. A. J. Mashaw and children of Shiloh, were visiting friends in town during the past week. +++ Mrs. W. J. Pickles and her eldest daughter, Miss Mollie, left on yesterday morning to visit friends at Oakland. +++ Mr. Sig. Marx, member of the popular firm of J. Marx & Bro., returned from new Orleans on Saturday. Mr. M. has our sincere thanks for an appreciated favor. +++ Three important changes in postal rates will go into effect on the first of July next. The postage on letters after that date will be two cents an ounce instead of two cents a half ounce, as at present. The postage on newspapers sent to regular subscribers, and on sample copies sent out by publishers, will be reduced one-half. All cities having more than 4000 inhabitants will be authorized to establish a special ten cent stamp delivery service, by which letters can be hastened to their destination. +++ ITEMS FROM D'ARBONNE. A dastardly attempt was recently made to burn the school-house near D'Arbonne post-office. Coal oil had been sprinkled on the floor, walls, etc., and fire applied. The bucket containing the only water accessible, had been emptied and moved some distance from the building. Through the efforts of teacher Burt, a conflagration was averted. It is believed the fire was set by an incendiary. The population of this neighborhood has been increased by the advent of a daughter to Mr. And Mrs. L. B. Christy. Measles still prevail in this vicinity but attended with no fatality. +++ An interesting meeting of the Sabbath School committees was held at the Baptist church last Tuesday evening, for the purpose of initiating arrangements for a May-day Festival. Superintendant [sic] J. A. Ramsey presided at the meeting; and a committee composed of Messrs. W. W. Heard, R. B. Dawkins and B. Honeycutt, was appointed to procure a May-pole. A committee of ladies composed of Mrs. Loluella Dawkins, Misses Mollie Pickle, Jessie Thompson, Corrine Lee, Willie Baker, Lizzie Guehring and Mary Fenton, was appointed to prepare floral decoration for the occasion. The grove near the Academy building was selected as the place for holding the picnic or festival, and it is expected that the patrons and friends of both schools will unite in furnishing an ample supply of edibles, and contribute in every was [sic] possible, toward making this affair an enjoyable one. +++ The joint committee will hold another meeting at the Methodist church Sunday afternoon, at which time the selection of a May queen will be determined upon. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= 10 Apr 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 1 TAX SALES State of Louisiana vs. Delinquent Tax Debtors - Parish of Union [Note: This list of delinquent tax payers ran in the issues of April 10, 17, and 24. I have only included the names, not the description of the land on which taxes were owed. Many residents, especially those who could not read, did not take a newspaper and were not aware of any taxes due on their property until after it was sold by the sheriff.] By virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the State of Louisiana, I will sell at the principle front door of the Courthouse, in which the civil District Court of said parish is held, within the legal hours for Judicial sales, beginning at 11 o'clock a.m., on Saturday, the 16th day of May 1885, and continuing on each succeeding day until said sales are completed, all immovable property on which taxes are now due to the State of Louisiana, parish of Union, to enforce collection of taxes assessed in the year 1884 and previous years, together with interest thereon, from the 31st day of December of each year for which taxes are due, at the rate of one percent per month until paid, and all costs. The names of said delinquent tax payers, the amount of taxes due by each on the assessment for said years, and the immovable property assessed to each, to be offered for sale as follows, to wit: [Note: The initials on the names are often difficult to decipher.] Ward 1 A. J. Armstrong Lazarus Brunner Mrs. Julie Chapman Henry Carter Mrs. Lon Dawkins Jas. A. Dean [?] I. Dean O. C. Dawkins Chas. Davis Stephen Fields Mrs. M. McGee Wm. Moses Mrs. Myranda Pylant J. T. Shultz Wm. Smith G. W. Stewart Daniel Stein & Co. B. A. Taylor Tylor Trayler Mrs. M. A. Thruston [perhaps should have been Thurston ?] Daniel Ward Ward 2 Simon Arhothnot [?] C. E. Atwell Jacob Bass M. E. Bartlett Eleck Burke Spencer Brewer M. D. Brashier Mrs. Nancy Roseman Ike Bluford J. J. Booth A. A. Cobb Geo. Carter Wm. Albert Cain W. H. Cook Amos Carter W. C. Chapman A. L. Coker Calip Daniel Sam. Davenport E. Elkins W. D. Etheridge Chas. Frazier G. W. Green R. L. Greer W. P. Graves J. W. Hally Wm. Henry David Hunt W. J. Hill A. J. Henderson R. H. Hawson King Harris J. N. Heath A. J. Halley E. J. Heath Jas. Harris July James Jeff. Jackson Fred Jackson Chas. Jackson C. D. Lankford C. A. Love Chas. Lee Mekenney & Plumer Jerry Moore Lick McFee W. J. Pool E. R. Parks F. M. Pardue J. R. Parks Thos. Player W. L. Parks E. N. Bright J. W. Reneroe Oscar Ross W. P. Reppond J. L. A. Robinson Ele Rivers Wiley Robinson Lewis Read Sam. Riley W. G. Smith W. K. Stripling O. B. Steele J. B. Spears J. E. Stevenson J. P. Stripling John Thomas Lee Talton L. A. Thomas Miss M. J. Thomas Joel Underwood J. P. Williamson Wm. William Frank Wilson Washington Whaley Eli Williams Alex Wright Mrs. M. E. Wells Columbus Wilson T. J. Williamson I. M. Wheelis & Son Ward 3 J. R. Brantley Mrs. Mary Brazele Mrs. Ella Beard Mrs. M. T. Booles A. C. Barber L. A. Bryant N. B. Bird Geo. Desmuke A. A. Green Chas. Harper E. J. Jones J. c. Love D. J. Melton W. A. McDaniel Mrs. Sarah Neal A. M. Patterson Rich. Ross J. C. Thomas R. Wooley Jack Wilson Ward 4 Chas. Bean J. S. Blackwell J. A. Fitzgerald T. B. Ford F. W. Beazel J. C. Hodges W. H. Martin J. A. Smith R. W. Sherwood B. W. H. Stewart J. P. Wilson Ward 5 Jas. Antley I. H. Bagwell G. M. Carter Andy Canady Jno. Carter Mrs. N. C. Ellis Benj. Ervin G. W. Feazel Nathan Hodge Wm. Jackson J. J. Jordan Martin Keener [or Koener ?] D. O. Miles G. M. Nicholson E. J. Pouney [Pouncey ?] Z. T. Powell F. M. Pardue W. H. Raney G. W. Smith C. W. Spillers H. C. Spillers Henry Sikes J. W. Tidwell Albert Wood W. A. Wallace Geo. Washington Ward 6 J. S. Brue E. A. Coleman Estate of Miss A. C. Cook Henry Clark V. T. Daniel J. M. Hannie Mrs. S. A. Jones J. H. McBroom Jas. McAvoy G. M. Moore Estate of E. J. McMurrin Traylor & Edwards Wade Williams NON RESIDENTS C. C. Cooper Jno. Carter C. L. Deshaso J. M. Defee W. S. Donnel A. F. Flournoy Jutson reen Mrs. Mary Greshman Howard & Townsend J. J. Jenkins W. W. Knox C. M. Mitchel W. B. Nosworthy [probably 'Norsworthy'] J. M. Pinkard Sam. Robert J. F. Terrerson Miss Elizabeth Talum Mrs. Rachel A. Davis Taylor Webster E. Williams R. A. Williamson H. B. Pillgreen G. C. Phillips M. H. Ruth DELINQUENT FOR 1883 S. W. Ramsey Jas. Caldwell J. D. Heard Calvin Honeycutt F. E. Trimble S. W. Post heirs PROMISCOUS LIST T. W. McHenry Jas. Calbert heirs Willie Smith On said day of sale I will sell such portions of said property as each debtor will point out, and in case the debtor will not point out sufficient property, I will at once and without further delay, sell the least quantity of said property of any debtor, which any bidder will buy for the amount of taxes, interest and costs due by said debtor. The sale will be without appraisement for cash in legal tender money of the United States, and the property sold shall be redeemable at any time for the space of one year by paying the price given with 26 per. Cent., and costs and penalty added the bid to be accepted shall be at least equal to the taxes and costs and interest, otherwise I shall bid in said property for the state of Louisiana without any re-advertisement. Interest at the rate of one per. Cent., per. Month, is to be added to the above amounts. This April 1st, 1885. B. F. Pleasant, Sheriff and ex-Officio Auctioneer Farmerville, Union Parish, La. page 2 +++ THE DOOMED MEN. STATEMENTS OF PERRY AND WM. MELTON, NOW UNDER SENTENCE OF DEATH FOR THE MURDER OF JOHN W. CHERRY. The following statement to the public was made by Perry Melton to Judge G. A. Killgore, and the editor of the HOME ADVOCATE on April 6th 1885, and reduced to writing by Judge Killgore. On April 15th 1884, my son William and myself were on our way to work the road. In order to reach our work by the most direct route, it was necessary to pass the residence of Mr. John W. Cherry. Meeting Mr. Cherry in the road, we entered into a conversation, out of which some little feeling grew; we turned to a gate by the side of the road and Mr. Cherry turned a horse which he was leading in at the gate. After some further conversation Mr. Cherry called to his wife to come out to where we were, when she came I said to Cherry that he had called her twice on to me for a difficulty and that I had no more to say to him then. I started off and had gone five or six steps from the gate - I did not go into the patch at all. Mr. Cherry was still on the inside of the patch, going in a direction parallel with me the fence between us; when Billy, my son, who had preceded me about twenty yards, called to me and said, "Look out pa, Mr. Cherry is getting out a pistol." I looked across the fence and saw Cherry in the act of drawing a pistol from his coat pocket. I asked him what he meant, saying "John, what do you mean?" About that instant Mr. Cherry fired on me twice, shooting me through the arm, and said something I did not plainly hear. I raised my arm and told Billy that I was shot. Mr. Cherry then called to his wife to bring his double-barrell shot gun, and started toward the house. I was at that time on the opposite side of the road from him, and my son was almost directly between me and the house. I told Billy to not let him get the gun. Billy then got into the yard between Cherry and the house; I also got into the yard and told Cherry to stay back, or go back. He still advanced and fired on me again. Mrs. Cherry, by this time was coming out of the house with the gun, seeing which, he (Cherry), ran by me and seized it. As he threw the gun over to fire on me I got hold of it, and Mr. Cherry turning it loose, grasped me tightly around the neck. At that instant Billy came up on the opposite with a stick and took hold of Cherry's hand in which I thought he (Cherry) held his pistol. Cherry then caught Billy around the neck also, and we all three stood in that position for some moments. Cherry then called to his wife to knock us in the head, or something to that effect. Mrs. Cherry had a piece of stove wood in her hand with which she struck Billy two or three times, she also struck me once, and then wheeling around picked up a hand stick and struck Billy on the head - he still bears a scar from the lick. He fell to the ground and as he arose, staggering from the lick, he seized the stick and wrenched it from her grasp just as she was in the act of again striking him. Billy, after getting possession of the stick, knocked Cherry loose from me. He struck Cherry a second time knocking him to his hands and knees, and then struck him a third lick on the back of the head. I then spoke to Billy and told him not to strike him anymore. At the third lick Cherry sank down on his face and knees. Billy dropped the stick as soon as I spoke to him, and turning to me inquired where and how severely I was hurt; he asked me to let him see where the bullet holes were. I told him that I had been shot through the arm, and that I believed I had also been shot through the lungs, but could not at that time tell how badly, I was hurt. Billy wanted to examine my wounds, but I said "no, let's go out of the yard." We went at once out of the yard, carrying the pistol and gun which we picked up as we started. I did not know that Mr. Cherry was killed, and so far as my telling Billy to go back and strike Cherry again after he had been knocked down, that is not true, nor was there anything of that kind said. It is not true that Mrs. Cherry was knocked down during the difficulty, although I think she received an accidental lick from Billy as he wrested the stick from her hands. Em. Jackson was not at any time during the difficulty nearer than her own yard, some 50 or 75 yards distant. When I left home that morning for the purpose of working the road, I had no thought of a difficulty with Mr. Cherry. I had no desire to harm him, and even after the trouble commenced I had no other desire than to preserve my own life. The entire difficulty was a momentary transaction. As we were leaving the yard we met Mr. Rabun, and I told him of the difficulty. I also informed him that I desired to go back into the yard to see how badly Mr. Cherry was hurt. He (Rabun) thought that I had best not go back into the yard, and I did not go. Mr. Byram had just gone in to see Mr. Cherry and as he came out I asked him how severely Mr. C. was hurt, and where he (Byram) was going. He said that he was going after the doctor. I requested him to bring the doctor as quickly as possible. I then went home and dressed my wounds. I told Mr. Rabun that it was my intention to go to town and stand my trial, but on after consideration knowing that no disinterested witnesses were present at the time of the difficulty; also believing that evidence would be manufactured against me, and my means being limited, I thought it best to leave the country, and did so, but expected to return and stand my trial. STATEMENT OF WILLIAM MELTON. The above statement made by my father is true and correct. What I did in striking Mr. Cherry the death licks was under the belief that it was in defense of my father's life. I saw that my father had been wounded by a pistol shot, and I was satisfied that Mr. Cherry was attempting to get his gun. At the time Mr. Cherry shot my father first, I had left the patch gate and gone some 15 or 20 yards up the road, and it was only after I discovered that my father was wounded that I had anything to do with the difficulty. I had no malice toward Mr. Cherry and had no desire to harm him, although my feelings had been somewhat irritated by certain remarks which Mr. Cherry had made about me. page 3 +++ Yesterday was a bright, calm, spring-like day. It caused neighbor Roberts to think of the advent of the fishing season. +++ A pistol accidentally "blurted off" in the hands of a young gentelman [sic] at Julius Arent's Friday night, and the ball lodged in the ceiling overhead. Quite a scare, but nobody hurt. +++ Cut worms are said to be very numerous and are causing trouble to farmers and gardeners. Mr. J. N. Boatright informs us that his stand of corn has been considerably injured by these pests. +++ On Friday last an unfortunate man named Frank Wilson, residing near Ouachita City, who is supposed to be affected with temporary insanity, was brought to town and placed in jail for safe-keeping. +++ LUNCH - Remember that Mr. Julius Arent, at all times indefatigable in his efforts toward providing for the public weal, will furnish you with an excellent lunch at the lowest price. +++ This section was visited on Tuesday afternoon last by a hail storm of brief duration, but the hail stones were of considerable size. We are glad to learn that but little injury was done to fruit, etc. +++ The Sabbath school committee for making arrangement for the May Day celebration failed to hold a meeting on Wednesday night for want of a quorum. The next meeting will be held at the Methodist church on Sunday afternoon next. +++ We direct attention to the advertisement of property at Tax sale, published on the first page of this issue of our paper. The sale will come off on the 16th of May and will be and [sic] excellent opportunity for those wishing to invest in lands to come forward and buy. +++ We invite the special attention of our readers to the new advertisement of Mr. F. Selig, Manager. Mr. S. is determined to furnish the public with first class goods at reasonable prices. +++ Sweet Cider by the glass, gallon or barrel, for sale by JULIUS ARENT, Agt. +++ Our town is now well represented at the Cotton Exposition. Messers J. D. Bauhman [sic], Jacob Stein and S. S. Kirkpatric [sic] left on Friday last. Messers D. Patton, S. D. Rosenfield and David Arent left on Saturday, and Mr. J. C. Cargill and wife, Miss Mollie Pickle and Mr. A. Siegel left Monday evening. +++ The ladies of Farmerville and vicinity are specially invited to call at F. SELIGS'S manager, and look at the beautiful Goods he is now offering at the very lowest prices. +++ We earnestly regret that business engagements have called from our town that genial gentleman, O. C. Dawking [sic], Esq. Who left us last week to take charge of a school in the vicinity of Marion. We congratulate the patrons of his school upon their good fortune in having secured the services of a gentleman so well qualified to further educational interests. +++ TO ARRIVE. Ice! Ice! Ice to arrive on Sunday next. Ye thirsty litigants, witnesses and others attending court next week can be regaled by dropping in at S. Stein's, and partaking of Iced Lemonade, Iced Cider, Grape Milk and Appollenaris Water, etc. Julius and his polite assistant will please you if you are capable of being pleased. +++ Farmerville High School, under management of Prof. R. R. Dawkins, is now in a nourishing condition. The attendance of pupils has for the past two months been somewhat irregular on account of inclement weather. Prof. Dawkins will open a public school at the academy on Monday next. +++ BAUGHMAN & STEIN, carry the neatest and most complete assortment of clothing in North Louisiana. Why not try them before purchasing elsewhere, their prices are lower than the lowest, and a good fit is guaranteed. +++ On Saturday last our community was shocked by the announcement of the sudden death of Mr. V. A. Rabun. We learn from the attending physician, Dr. W. W. Barnes, that Mr. Rabun suffered much from muscular rheumatism; but the immediate cause of his death was congestion. Mr. Rabun had very recently established a business in our town which, by the urbanity of its proprietor and his reputation for fair dealing, was gaining rapidly in public favor. "Man proposes, but god disposes." +++ Mr. F. Selig, Manager, has just returned from New Orleans and stocked his commodious establishment with a full and carefully selected assortment of Spring and Summer Dress goods, Shoes, Hats, etc., all to be sold at rock bottom prices. He guarantees that his prices are lower than goods were ever before offered in North Louisiana. Call and price and satisfy yourselves. +++ We were gratified during the past week to greet, and again clasp hands with our friends and relatives, Messrs J. B. Holstead of Ruston and W. R. Mayo, of Bastrop. Both these gentlemen are members of the legal profession. Mr. Holstead was here looking after business now pending in our District Court and Mr. Mayo was enjoying a brief visit among relatives and friends. +++ Persons from distant portions of the parish who may be in Farmerville during the next two weeks attending Court will save money by making their purchases from F. SELIG, Manager. +++ We had the pleasure of an introduction on yesterday, to Capt. J. C. Steele, a prominent merchant of Ouachita City. He states that farming interests in his section are of course backward, owing to the late season, but that the people are fully up with their work and going ahead with a vim, being greatly encouraged by the present favorable weather. +++ The custom of sending foolish missives and playing pranks on April 1st - "All Fools Day" has been in vogue almost from time immemorial. Those wishing to know from whence the custom originated can inform themselves by referring to the fifteenth chapter of Hosea, 1st and 2d verses. +++ A regular term of the District Court for this parish, for the trial of civil and probate cases will convene on Monday next. This will be an excellent opportunity for those in attendance who have not already done so, to call and have their names entered as subscribers to the HOME ADVOCATE. We are sanguine that you will never regret the investment of ONE dollar for this purpose. +++ We acknoledge [sic] the recept [sic] of a neat pamphlet entitled "Lincoln parish, Louisiana. Its Agricultural and other Resources." This pamphlet was compiled by Judge E. M. Graham of Vienna, and published for distribution at the Cotton Centennial Exposition. It succinctly represents the resources advantages and capabilities of our sister parish of Lincoln. Judge Graham was ably assisted in this work by contributions, from Hon. Max. Feazel, Hon. G. L. Gaskin, Judge W. E. Redwine, Messers J. L. Bond, Allen Barksdal [sic], Albert Robinson, J. M. White and Dr. W. S. Kendall. +++ On Wednesday afternoon, Sheriff Pleasant received the subjoined dispatch directing him to postpone the execution of the Meltons until further notice: BATON ROUGE, LA., Apr. 8, 1885 To the Sheriff of Union Parish, Farmerville, La. The Att'y General recommends a repreive [sic] for Wm. Melton and Perry Melton to afford him the opportunity to examine the application for a communtation [sic] of sentence and communicate with the Judge and other officials. A reprieve is therefore granted them until further notice, and you will postpone the execution until another day to be fixed by the Executive. Papers forwarded by mail. S. D. McEnery, Governor. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= 17 Apr 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 2 +++ NEW ADVERTISEMENTS: *** A CARD. The undersigned hereby respectfully informs his friends and the public generally, that he has acquired by purchase, the entire stock in trade of the wholesale and retail grocery business recently established in the town of Farmerville, La. by V. A. Rabun, now deceased. He will faithfully carry out all pending contracts made by said V. A. Rabun, connected with said business, and will continue to furnish the best quality of goods at the lowest prices at the old stand on Main Street. J. A. B. Rabun Farmerville, La. April 17, 1885. +++ W. H. JOHNSON, BARBER, and Fashionable Hair Dresser at Fenton's Old Stand, Farmerville La. LOOK OUT! '85 A Grand Combination '85 +++ [advertisement] NEW GOODS! NEW PRICES! DOWN! DOWN! DOWN! Prices and Profits Lower Than Ever Before. JULIUS ARENT, Manager of S. STEIN'S BOSS GROCERY The Old Reliable LAND MARK at Farmerville, La. Offers now the following goods of his own personal selection for SPOT CASH ONLY Leave your orders with us and have goods delivered charge within town. +++ [advertisement] GO TO J. A. B. RABUN'S for immense bargains in FAMILY GROCERIES. and plantation supplies. I have opened up a business on Main Street, in the town of Farmerville, La., and my object is to supply the public with a superior article of FAMILY GROCERIES at the lowest rates. Call and examine my stock. Satisfaction guaranteed. page 3 +++ RELIGIOUS NOTICE. We are authorized to announce that Rev. J. L. Williams will preach at the following churches on the days hereafter named during the year 1885: Farmerville, 1st Sabbath in each month, Griswold's Chapel 2d Sabbath in each month, Tennessee, 4th Sabbath in each month. Rev. S. C. Lee will preach at Farmerville on the 4th Sabbath of each month. +++ Old Sol is warming up at last. +++ A frigid March is followed by a fickle April this year. +++ No foolish waste of time on the warm nowadays. +++ Farmers should make it a point to raise corn, potatoes, peas and garden vegetables in profusion. +++ SWEET CIDER - A delicious and harmless beverage - kept constantly on hand, for sale by the glass or gallon. J. A. B. RABUN. +++ The country at large cannot be prosperous if the farmers are not. +++ Work is rapidly progressing on Stein's new store, which, when completed, will be one of the most elegant and commodious buildings in this section of the State. +++ An excellent article of syrup and a full line of canned goods for sale, cheaper than the cheapest, at J. A. B. RABUNS. +++ The presence of our old time friend and former townsman, F. A. Cann Esq. In Farmerville, on court-ing business, forcibly recalls many incidents connected with the days of auld lang syne. +++ ATTENTION. All persons indebted to the undersigned, whose indebtedness is now due, are hereby notified that unless satisfactory settlement is made by the 1st of next month, their claims will be placed in the hands of an attorney for collection. F. SELIG, Manager. +++ A Farmerville seamstress carelessly left a needle in the back of a young lady customer's dress, and now a particular friend of the family has his arm done up in arnica. +++ FITS! FITS! FITS! Not apoplectic fits, nor fits that are in any manner dangerous; but perfect fits of elegant and fashionable Clothing can be obtained, at reasonable prices, from BAUGHMAN & STEIN. +++ Our young friend, Willie R. Mayo Esq. Left us on Tuesday morning last for Pilot Grove, Mo., at which place he expects to locate for the practice of his profession. Success to you William, and MAY, O may you be the recipient of unlimited patronage and fees by the million! +++ Labor is a blessing, not a curse. +++ Rabbits and worms are a great annoyance. +++ Old newspapers for sale at this office at 50 cents per hundred. +++ Sweet potatoes sell in Farmerville at seventy five cents per bushel. One acre of land in these [?] will produce 200 bushels and bring a revenue of $150. +++ Mrs. Donnelly, wife of our nearest neighbor J. Donnelly Esq. Was seriously sick for several days during the past week, but we are glad to state that she is now convalescent, and hopes are entertained of her speedy recovery. +++ We direct attention to the advertisement of W. H. Johnson, Barber and Hairdresser. Mr. J. seems to be an adept in the tonsorial business; those wishing their hair trimmed or their features smoothed off at a mode, are advised to give him a call. +++ Tell your neighbor that we will furnish him with the HOME ADVOCATE cheap for cash - $1.00 a year - or we will take in payment for subscription anything he has to sell, such as poultry, eggs, butter, beef, potatoes, etc., at market rates. +++ Work horses now need plenty of strengthening food and good care. +++ Give your hogs a little sulphur occasionally mixed in their food. +++ We had the pleasure of meeting Capt. H. E. Mosly [sic - Mosely] of "the Bluff," in town on Tuesday evening last. +++ Mr. B. V. Hayes of Spearsville, W. E. McCormick of Lone Well and Messers. R. H. Henry, A. T. Daens and W. A. Wallace from Mosely's Bluff, were visitors to our town on Friday. These gentlemen report good health, and fair progress of farming interests in their respective sections of this parish. +++ Henry Jones, a freedman, aged about twenty two years, who for some time past has served as ferryman at the mouth of Bayou Cornie, mysteriously disappeared on Saturday last. Fears are entertained that he accidentally fell from a skift and was drowned; his continued absence from his family can be accounted for on no other hypothesis. +++ We notice in attendance at the District Court this week the following named Attorneys besides our local bar: Hon. C. J. Boatner and Col. Thos. O. Benton, of Monroe; A. T. Holbert, Esq. Of Homer; also our friends and former townsmen, Hons. G. H. Ellis, of Bastrop, and W. A. Vanhook, of Vienna. +++ We had the pleasure during the week to meet with many old friends from different sections of the parish who were here in attendance at court. Among them were Senator E. T. Sellers, from Walnut Lane, O. P. Smith, E. A. Dawkins and Jonas Wolf of Ouachita City; Capt. J. D. Hamilton, T. A. Heard and S. J. Harris from Shiloh, and State Auditor, O. B. Steele from Baton Rouge. +++ As many of our friends no doubt contemplate visiting the Exposition on Louisiana Day, we take occasion to warn them to be on their guard against the machinations of the hoard of confidence thieves, bunco men and pickpockets which now infest the Crescent city. A few nights ago a man was decoyed off, chocked down, drugged and robbed of $2500. On Friday night last, a Mr. Millington, from Memphis, went to the St. Charles Theatre with his wife, brother and a boy. They took a walk on Chanal [sic] street, and near the Rand Opera House a man jolted against him. Shortly after he noticed that his pants pocket and lining was cut and his roll of money - $3000 - gone. His pants are very tight, and the victim stated that he was not under the influence of liquor and never felt his pocket touched. He is satisfied he was not robbed at the theatre. +++ Dr. W. W. Barnes and Dr. Saxon Dillard have entered into a co partnership for the practice of their profession. Dr. Barnes' skill as a surgeon and physician is too well known to the people of this community to require any indorsement [sic] at our hands. Dr. Saxon Dillard is a son of the lamented B. F. Dillard, M.D. who was one of the noblest, most notable and successful physicians ever known in this section - has recently moved to our town, from Vienna, La., at which place he enjoyed an extensive and successful practice. We direct attention to the professional card of this firm, published in this issue of our paper. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= 24 Apr 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 1 +++ DAILY RAILROAD STAGE LINE BETWEEN Farmerville and Choudrant Station, V., S. & P. Railroad, CARRYING THE U.S. MAIL, A. T. Holstead, Proprietor. Leaves Farmerville every morning, except Sunday, at 8 o'clock a.m., and connects with the West bound passenger train Choudrant Station, at 5:20 p.m. Leaves Choudrant Station every morning (Sunday excepted) at 7:30 a.m., and reaches Farmerville at 4 p.m. The traveling public can rely upon getting on this line, good comfortable hacks in charge of careful drivers. All express business entrusted to the line will receive prompt attention. +++ D. ARENT. NOTARY PUBLIC, Farmerville Louisiana. Commissioner of Deeds for Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia, Arkansas, Texas, and New York. page 2 +++ NOTICE. All persons who desire to teach in the public schools of Union parish are hereby notified to present themselves, for examination, at the Academy in Farmerville, May 2, 1885. Certificates heretofore issued by the Board have been annulled. No contracts will be made with teachers, unless they are in possession of certificates. By order of the School Board. R. B. Dawkins, Benj. Taylor, Committee. page 3 +++ Good fences make good neighbors. +++ Don't kill the toads; they destroy insects. +++ Bad fences indicate slovenly farming. +++ OH SAY! Choice Breakfast Bacon, at prices to suit the times, for sale by J. A. B. RABUN. +++ Golden Wax is said to be the best snap beans. +++ Several cat-fish of fine size have recently been brought to our market. +++ A vivacious looking young lawyer from Monroe, O. D. Stillman Esq., paid our town a brief visit last week. +++ Another friend of "ye olden time" in the person of Mr. G. W. Lowery from the vicinity of Shiloh, was in town on Friday last. +++ Miss Mollie Pickle, daughter of our estimable townsman Mr. W. J. Pickle, left us last Sunday to take charge of a school at Oakland. +++ Ginghams, Seersuckers, and an endless variety of other Dress Goods of all styles, forsale by JACOB STEIN. +++ The polite adept in counter-exercise, H. Brown, Esq., is in business with Messers Baughman & Stein, where he will be ever ready to meet and serve his friends and customers. +++ Miss Lizzie Guhring, Mr. Rudolph Haas and wife, and Mr. Moses Haas left on Saturday last for Choudrant Station, enroute to the Exposition. +++ We mention as evidence of 'hard' times, that several of our young gents, who have been in the habit of being shaved two or three times a week are now economizing by only having their faces smoothed on courting nights. +++ On Wednesday evening we witnessed the remarkable skill and markmanship of a Mr. Miles, from New Orleans, at rifle shooting. He seldom missed hitting even small objects on "on the toss," and never failed in his aim through a small mirror, with his back to the object. +++ Pepper and warm food is good for fowls. +++ The late season necessitates the pushing of spring work in earnest. +++ Remember that JACOB STEIN will give you more Goods for your CASH, than any other House in North Louisiana. +++ Eld. S. C. Lee and his estimable wife are visiting friends and relatives in town. Elder Lee expects to fill his regular appointment at this place on Sunday next. +++ We learn that the superintendent of the M. E. Sunday school declines to mount the rostrum, at the coming May festival, for the reason that hissing sounds invariably shook his nerves, and for the further reason of not being good at dodging eggs and other missiles. +++ We are requested to state that the second quarterly meeting of the M. E. Church, South, for Farmerville circuit, will convene at this place on Tuesday next. Rev. J. T. Sawyer, Rev. R. T. Williams and probably other ministers are expected to be present. +++ Teachers desiring to apply for positions in the public schools of this parish are referred to the notice of the Examining Committee, published in another column. Prof. Dawkins, of this committee, requests as to state that no other opportunity will be granted applicants for some time to come. +++ We congratulate our friends and townsmen, Jacob Stein, D. Arents, J. C. Cargill and wife, Mrs. S. Stein and children, D. Patton, Theo. Wise, S. S. Kirkpatrick, S. D. Rosenfield and Jacob Marx, upon their safe return from their recent visit to the Exposition. +++ A diminutive stranger of the masculine gender made his appearance at the residence of Mr. Theodore Wise, last Friday, and will immediately commence the study of wisdom under the tutelage of his estimable parents. The father is jubilant, and reports the mother is doing well. +++ The gentle April shower with which this section was favored on Monday, had an inspiring effect on garden truck, and in a short time vegetables will be plentiful, much to the delight of the average house - wife, as, at present, is in rather hard to arrange a "square" meal without vegetables of some kind. +++ Messrs. Jesse Boatright and J. R. Fuller, both of whom are prominent merchants of Shiloh, honored the ADVOCATE with calls during the past week, and we were glad to see them. They report good health in their section, and that more than ordinary interest is manifested this year by farmers in agricultural matters. +++ The body of Henry Jones (col.) of whose mysterious disappearance we made mention last week, was found, Saturday, on the west bank of D'Arbonne, about three miles below the ferry. Coroner Jameson impaneled a jury composed of Messers M. W. Rabun, W. P. Fenton, Frank Tettletin, H. Luding and J. A. Roberts, which, after careful examination of the body rendered a verdict of "death by drownding [sic]." +++ Mr. R. C. Webb has presented us with an elongated egg produced by a common barn-yard chicken. It is about two thirds of an inch in diameter and two and one half inches in length. Mr. Webb informs us that the same hen, about two weeks ago, produced an egg with four corners or angles; somewhat similar in appearance to an oval-shaped block. Give that hen a fair shewing, "Bob," and report the result of her future eggsploits. +++ HOMICIDE NEAR SHILOH We learn that Mr. W. P. Mabry, an aged gentleman residing in the vicinity of Shiloh, was ruthlessly shot and killed on Tuesday night last by some unknown person. The facts thus far developed lead to the impression that a most diabolical murder has been committed. It is said that Mr. Mabry, hearing a noise near his house, went out to ascertain the cause and was immediately shot down, without any apparent provocation. Mr. Mabry was an old and highly respected citizen of our parish; he leaves a large family and a host of friends to mourn this tragic termination of his life. +++ Best Assortment of ladies' fancy dress goods, embroidery, edging etc., in North Louisiana at Baughman & Stein's. The polite and genial Mr. Rosenfield - or better known as "Scottie" - will always greet you with a smiling countenance, and ladies are aware that he is known throughout the country for the cheap prices he gives them while behind the counters of the mammoth firm of Baughman & Stein. +++ The programme [sic] for the May-Day festivities has been arranged. A picnic will be held in the beautiful grove near the residence of Mr. J. R. Shultz, for which the good ladies of the town and vicinity will of course furnish a bountiful supply of the important essentials. It was deemed best to dispense with the attendant ceremonies of a coronation. The members of both our schools will meet at the grounds and unite in singing familiar Sabbath school songs. Messrs. J. D. Everett and R. B. Dawkins have been selected as orators of the day. We are authorized to extend a cordial invitation to the public, and we trust that all who can do so, will attend and help to make the occasion an enjoyable one. +++ PROFESSIONAL CARDS. W. W. Barnes M.D.; S. Dillard M.D. BARNES & DILLARD Physicians and Surgeons Farmerville, La. Tender their professional services to the citizens of Union Parish in the various branches of their profession; will visit any portion of the parish to perform surgical operations, etc. Office at the Drug Store. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= MAY 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= 1 May 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 2 +++ THE HOMICIDE NEAR SHILOH The killing of Mr. W. P. Mabry, near Shiloh, of which mention was made last week has caused quite a breeze of excitement. On Thursday last W. C. Henderson and Walter Fergerson were arrested, and two others - Calvin Skinner and Jack Melton - have since been taken in custody charged with complicity in the killing. On Wednesday last all of the accused had a preliminary hearing before Judge Young and the following is a synopsis of the evidence adduced. One of the accused - Jack Melton made the subjoined voluntary statement: On the 19th of April I saw W. C. Henderson at Pisgah church; he said that he wanted to see me on particular business and I went to his house Tuesday night. He asked me if I would go with a crowd to whip the Negro woman Caroline. I told him I might. When I went into the house, I found Walter Fergerson and Calvin Skinner there. I asked Henderson if that was the crowd; he replied that it was. I at first refused to go with them and started to Mr. Bennett's, but they begged me to go with them. When we reached Caroline's house we walked up into the yard and Skinner called to the old Negro to open the door. She asked who it was? She commenced hallooing and opening the door, ran out by us. When they caught her, Skinner led her back to the house. We were all standing talking to her, when I thought I heard some person coming. I stepped around the house to see what it was and Skinner ran back something near 50 yards towards Mr. Mabry's house. I heard some one call out "stop," and then heard the report of a pistol. Skinner came back to where we were and said that he had shot, and stated that he guessed that he had hit old man Mabry. I asked him if he shot at him? He replied, "No, I did it accidentally." Mr. Mabry was my best friend, and when I went there, I had no intention of harming him. The Negro woman - Caroline Simley, being sworn, said: I live at Mr. W. P. Mabry's. On the night of the homicide I and my two little boys, and two small grand-children were asleep in my house. Late in the night Mr. Henderson, Mr. Fergerson and others came to my house. Mr. Henderson called me - I lived with him (Henderson) last year and recognized his voice - he said he wanted to talk with me. I became frightened, jumped up, put on my dress and ran out of the house. I ran some 30 yards from the house and fell. Mr. Fergerson met me there and struck me on the head with a small stick. Fergerson, Henderson and two other men then carried me back near the house. All of them were armed with pistols. Henderson struck me in the eye with a pistol. A few minutes afterward Mr. Mabry came up and hallooed out: Heigho! What is the matter? What are you doing there? Henderson then turned me loose and ran back in that direction. Some one exclaimed "Old Mabry has come. I then heard two pistol shots, after which they all ran off to the woods. I went to Mr. Mabry's. On cross examination, witness stated as follows: I saw four men and first learned of the presence of Mr. Henderson and Mr. Fergerson by hearing their names called. The moon was not shining that night but it was light. I suppose I could see a man or a pistol about 100 yards; the pistols the men had looked new and bright. Mr. Fergerson and two other men had hold of me when the shooting was done. All the men were around me at the time except the one that went back and done the shooting. I did not see the man that did the shooting, and did not see the flash of the weapon. Joseph E. Mabry sworn, stated: I am a son of W. P. Mabry, deceased. The last time I saw my father alive was Tuesday night, Apr 21st. He was then in his house. I next saw his dead body about a quarter of a mile from the house. Do not know when he left the house. I heard some one halloo and the report of a pistol which caused me to go to the place he was killed. When I found my father his body was warm, I turned him over and saw blood running from his nose and mouth; also saw blood on his breast that came from where he was shot. The ball entered a little to the left of the center of his breast. J. M. Russel sworn, stated: Mr. Joe Mabry first informed me of the killing. I went to where the dead body was. Did not see any weapons there. R. T. Moore, sworn stated: I heard of the homicide the next morning after it occurred. I went direct to Mr. Mabry's house, and from thence to the place of the killing. I, with others, examined and found tracks of persons leading off north from the house. We noticed two different tracks; one of about a No. 5, the other No. 7 shoes. We traced them about a quarter of a mile through the woods, and found where horses had been hitched in the woods, near the corner of a field. We found horse hair on the sapling where the horses had been hitched. The preliminary trial had not closed, up to the time of our going to press. We will publish the additional evidence in our next issue. +++ [Note: The following article is the first in a series written by Dr. William Cleaton Carr. He was one of the very early white settlers of Union Parish, arriving 1836. He was quite active in the new parish, serving as the first sheriff. This series of articles was begun only about eight months before his death in January 1886.] COMMUNICATED. (for the HOME ADVOCATE) MR. EDITOR:- I desire a small space in the columns of your most excellent paper to pen a few thoughts on the mercies and goodness of God which have been made manifest to a fallen race through the death and sufferings of the Lord Jesus Christ. I presume that almost all men of reflection who belong to the school of Christ, have united in this conclusion - that God is good; that He wills the happiness of all whom He has made; that the plan of His paternal kindness is boundless and immortal as His nature; and that the education of the soul of man, for a world of everlasting love and Harmony, for the society of Heavenly minds, for communion with God Himself, is the great, the glorious end for which this world was created. More especially is it the object of the dispensation of Christianity that to us for this high destination; faith and hope to enlighten and animate our views and endeavors; humility to discern our faults; penitence to heal our spiritual maladies; love to unit us to our brethren; devotedness to our Heavenly Father to conduct us through every path of duty, and resignation to enable us to improve varied events of life, are all a like inculeated [sic] by reason, by prayer, by self examination, and the study of our Savior's life, by daily exercise and improvement in all that is just and lovely, and praise worthy. We are to seek, and, according to our faithfulness and assiduity, may hope to attain, peace which the world cannot give and "joy which endureth forever;" that, together with these vital and universal stamina of the Christian character, various unfounded, and separately considered, pernicious notions should have been left standing, or should have sprung up amongst that diversity of sects, into which the Christian world separated, on emerging from Popish darkness. Christians should provoke mutual candor and generous emulations to excite stronger attachment to those grand principals, in which all good men might join harmoniously on earth as we cannot doubt they will in the choir of celestial spirits; when they shall come from the East and the West, the North and the South, and sit down together in the Kingdom of their Father. Yours Truly, W. C. C. +++ MAY-DAY FESTIVAL. The following is the programme [sic] for the May-day festival of the Farmerville Sunday Schools, to be had on the first of May. The superintendents, teachers and pupils of both schools, together with all the children in town who will join us, will meet at the Baptist church at 10 o'clock A.M., and will there form a procession and march to the grove selected. The exercises will be as follows: 1 - Song by the choir. 2 - Prayer by ---- 3 - Song by the children, "Welcome to May." 4 - Speech by J. D. Everett, Esq. 5 - Song by the choir, "Summer Land." 6 - "May Shout" by the children. 7 - Speech by Prof. R. R. Dawkins. 8 - "May Song," by the children After the exercises are over there will be dinner on the ground. The entire town and community are invited to participate in the festival, and we hope all will endeavor to make it a day of gladsome pleasure. T. C. Lewis [Note: Lewis was the editor of the "Home Advocate"] J. A. Ramsey, Superintendents. page 3 +++ Bring us your job work. +++ We hear many persons complaining of bad colds and coughs. +++ County produce of all kinds taken in payment of subscription to the HOME ADVOCATE. +++ It is said that finely ground pepper sprinkled over cabbage and other plants will destroy cut worms. It would cost but little to try it. +++ We regret to learn from the Ruston Caligraph of the sad bereavement of our friend and former townsman, Max Feazeld, Esq., by the death of his wife, which occurred at Ruston last week. +++ The Farmerville merchants are doing a fair business owing to the fact that they are holding out better inducements than usual to the trading public, and goods are being sold cheaper than ever before. +++ We had the pleasure of meeting Messrs T. T. Elliott, R. T. Moore, G. G. Copland, R. J. Tabor, J. A. Hammock and several other friends from the Western portion of the parish, in town on Wednesday last. +++ We have met several of our farming friends in town during the past week; they report that the people, as a general thing, are well up with their work. It is thought that the prospect is thus far very favorable for a good crop. +++ The dull season of the year is approaching and we would be very thankful to those of our readers who will attempt to enliven matters by sending news items to the ADVOCATE. Give us all the help you can toward making your home paper interesting. +++ The court room was densely crowded on Wednesday and Thursday by persons attending the trial of parties charged with the Mabry murder. During the recess of court, the streets presented quite an animated appearance. +++ This is the first day of May. Did you go snail hunting? +++ The recent showers of rain have been of great advantage to young cotton. +++ DRY SALT MEAT, of an excellent quality on hand and must be sold, call at once on J. A. B. RABUN. +++ Our townsman, Gus Hartman and his wife celebrated their "Tin Wedding" - the tenth anniversary of their marriage - on Monday evening last. Many of the young people of our town attended the social hop and tripped the light "fantastic" for several hours, in mirthful glee. We are informed that the presents were numerous and appropriate. +++ Capt. J. M. Rabun honored the ADVOCATE office with a visit on Monday last. An interim of more than seven years has elapsed since last we had the pleasure of meeting Capt. John, and we were truly delighted to see him. Capt. Rabun is deservedly popular with our people; he is now taking a respite from the vicissitudes of steamboating by visiting his family and friends. +++ Mr. J. M. Smith left on Saturday last to attend the Grand Lodge of the Knights of Pythias, which convenes at New Iberia on the 4th inst. We learn that the citizens of Iberia have made extensive preparations for the occasion. Iberia Lodge will furnish an elegant supper and ball, and a committee has been arranged for an excursion to the grand salt mines, ten miles distant from New Iberia on a branch railroad. +++ We were favored by our friend, Mr. Theo. Weiss, with an invitation to attend a Rabbinical rite at his residence, on Sunday morning last. We there found assembled a large number of guests, who, after the ceremonies - under the direction of Dr. Mark J. Lehman, of new Orleans - joined in commemorating the event by toasts to the young Isrealitish [sic] scion and his happy parents, and by partaking of the delicious viands prepared in honor of the occasion. +++ District Court will adjourn today, and we presume the lawyers, court-officers and especially the farmers who have been in attendance as litigants or witnesses will experience a sense of relief. It has been in session for nearly three weeks and there are yet some three dozen cases on the docket. The trial and disposition of suits is much retarded by the necessity of taking down the evidence in a majority of cases. Every case involving more than $100, is appealable [sic] and of course the evidence must be reduced to writing. Under the present constitution the same space of time is consumed and the same amount of cost incurred in a hundred dollar suit as in a suit involving thousands of dollars. Lawsuits are costly luxuries (?) and courts are necessary evils. +++ District Attorney, E. H. McClendon is in town attending to the interests of the State in the investigation of the Mabry murder. As we were not residing in this judicial district at the last election - when Mr. M. vanquished our cousin "John" and our friend "George" - we had not, previous to this week, the pleasure of his acquaintance; but we opine the voters of the district made a judicious selection. We were favorably impressed with his gentlemanly deportment and undoubted legal ability. +++ The people of Farmerville who have on several occasions been the victims of the fire fiend can sympathise [sic] with the Vicksburg unfortunates in their loss of property by the recent disastrous conflagration. But far worse than mere pecuniary loss was the sacrifice of the lives of the brave firemen, who fell in the discharge of duty. The latest reports are that gloom and sadness prevails throughout the city. The death list of the killed by falling walls was hourly increasing. Up to dark Saturday fourteen dead bodies had been recovered from the debris. +++ Yesterday was Louisiana Day at the Exposition and we presume there was an immense attendance. We had indulged the hope of also being permitted to attend and join in the glorification of our native state, but fate interposed an objection and thwarted our anticipated pleasure. Farmerville will, however, be favorably represented in the persons of Mr. Jno. M. Lee, Jr. and wife, Miss Corinne Lee, Mrs. Burch, Messrs J. A. B. Rabun, Willie Trimble, Willis Darby, H. Ludwig and Luther Barnes all of whom left for the Crescent city during the past week. +++ We are proud to learn that in some sections of the parish our farmers are not wholly wedded to cotton, and that an increased area has been devoted to the production of corn. We are glad to know this. In the contingency of war between England and Russia, the price of cotton will be depressed to such an extent as to ill require for the labor necessary in raising it. But aside from this, it would be well for our people to be sure they raise an abundance of "hog and hominy," and thus make themselves independent of the Western speculators who by "corners" and "twists" manipulate the markets to their own pecuniary advantage. +++ Judge W. R. Rutland - This gentleman and his family left us on Monday last for the purpose of locating their future home at the city of Baton Rouge. Judge Rutland has resided in our midst for more than ten years; this entire period he has devoted to the practice of law. By close attention to professional duty and unwearied efforts in behalf of his clients he soon established an extensive and, we presume, lucrative practice. He is a zealous and consistent member of the Baptist church, and his urbane and social characteristics are worthy of emulation. We regret to part with the Judge; but our loss will be a gain to the good people of Baton Rouge, and we cheerfully pen this voluntary tribute to his moral worth and professional ability. +++ We publish, on our second page the voluntary statement of Jack Melton, also a portion of the evidence adduced on the preliminary trial of W. C. Henderson, Walter Fergerson, Calvin Skinner and Jack Melton, charged with the murder of W. P. Mabry. We have been particular to obtain a verbatim report of Melton's voluntary declaration, and publish it merely as a matter of information, without comment, except to state that it is unsworn to and not being evidence in the prosecution should not have the effect to bias the public mind against either of the accused. We also publish a synopsis of the evidence of four witnesses as the investigation was progressing at the time of going to press, we were forced to postpone a further report of same until next week, at which time we will publish all additional information we may be able to obtain. We consider it our duty, before closing this paragraph, to caution our readers against allowing the perusal of newspaper reports, of a preliminary hearing to prejudice their minds either for or against the accused. +++ "O, the lovely, lovely May, Ever welcome, ever gay." The May-day festival and picnic which is to be held today in a beautiful grove adjoining town, will doubtless be a glorious epoch in the lives of the Sabbath school pupils, their parents and friends. We refer our readers to the programme published in another column. Great credit is due Superintendent J. A. Ramsey for his unwearied and unremitting labor in training the children in musical exercises appropriate to the occasion; at this time, too, when the pressure of professional duty required his almost constant thought and time. He is entitled to the thanks of an appreciative public for his attention in this behalf. +++ The preliminary hearing in the Mabry murder case closed yesterday and resulted in all the accused being committed for trial. W. C. Henderson was granted bail his bond fixed at $1000. Walter Furgerson was granted bail in the sum of $300. Jack Melton was granted bail in the sum of $150. Calvin Skinner was remanded to jail, without bail. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= 8 May 1885 Issue Missing ================================================================================= ================================================================================= ================================================================================= ================================================================================= 15 May 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 2 +++ COMMUNICATED. To the Editor of the HOME ADVOCATE. The weekly visitations of your most excellent paper are hailed with joy not only by myself, but by every member of the family. I heartily concur with your subscriber of Oakland, as stated in his note last week, in saying that it is the best paper ever published in Farmerville. I congratulate you upon your return to your old home, and am gratified to note the remarkable progress you have attained toward establishing a first class newspaper - advocating home interests and furnishing home news - over what may be deemed almost insurmountable obstacles. The testimony adduced on the trial of parties implicated in the Mabry murder was read with interest, but I have some doubt as to the propriety of newspapers making public the evidence which must be used on the final trial. The most intelligent portion of the people - those best qualified to serve as jurors - are more than any others prone to read the newspapers, and, it occurs to me, that there is danger of their making themselves unacceptable as jurors by having formed and perhaps expressed their opinion in the case before the day of trial of the accused, while the illiterate, and therefore incompetent, are permitted to serve. I believe in the purity of the ballot-box, and I believe that you will join with me in the advocacy of the purity, impartiality and intelligence of those who are selected to serve as petit-jurors. A Reader [Editor Lewis' response:] We thank our correspondent for his congratulations, and greatly appreciate his commendations of the ADVOCATE. We are giving the publication of the paper our undivided thought and care, and we are glad that it meets with public favor. There is considerable force in what our correspondent states in relation to to [sic] the publication of evidence in criminal cases in advance of the final trial; but suppose we neglect or refuse to chronicle events that are of public interest, what would our efforts toward furnishing home news amount to? The newspapers of neighboring parishes would probably hear that certain crimes had been perpetrated in the parish, and would naturally condemn the local paper for failure to chronicle the particulars. Besides, our readers would charge us with being unfaithful and apathetic. Again, there is no secrecy as to public records and no way to prevent any one, wishing so to do, from perusing the evidence on file in the court-records. No, we verily believe that we would be recreant to duty should we keep back any news of a public character from our readers of which we gain possession; but the trouble alluded to by our correspondent could perhaps be obviated by having the law, which disqualifies the intelligent juror, amended. +++ NEWS ITEMS. [In this section, news items from other newspapers, both local and national, are reprinted, followed by comments of editor Thomas C. Lewis.] -------Another dead body has been found in a trunk - at Pittsburg, this time. - New Era [Editor Lewis' comment:] The trunk makers apparently will soon monopolize the coffin business. -------It is said that the sum of $2,250,000 was recently offered for the New York Times and peremptorily declined. [Editor Lewis' comment:] We are willing to sell the HOME ADVOCATE for $250,000 less than the above stated amount. -------ACCIDENT. Our publisher, Mr. J. H. Mason, while crossing the railroad last Saturday evening slipped and fell across a rail, breaking his right arm near the shoulder, he was conveyed to his residence in the old town. Dr. Givins was summoned and dressed the broken limb. His many friends sympathize with him during his painful confinement and hope to soon great him again on the street. - Arcadia Advance [Editor Lewis' comment:] "Jim's" many friends in our town and parish will regret to learn of his serious misfortune. We tender him our sympathy and hope to hear of his speedy recovery. -------There are men willing and waiting to build the North and South road. They are waiting to hear from the people whom it will benefit. - Ouachita Telegraph. [Editor Lewis' comment:] Union parish, being on the proposed line of route, we are very sure would be immensely benefited by the building of this road. But, we regret to say, our people seem to be wholly apathetic in the matter and intimate by their unconcern that as their great-grand-daddies managed "to live, move and have their being" without such conveniences the present generation is not entitled to them. +++ DISTRICT COURT ITEMS. Continued from last week. No. 2936 - V. & A. Meyer & Co. vs. D. Stein & Co. motion to dissolve attachment overruled. No. 2937 - Regina Hartman vs. D. Stein & Co.; judgment in favor of plaintiffs for $800 with interest. No. 2938 - Joseph Stein vs. D. Stein & Co.; judgment in favor of plaintiff for the sum of $3300.82 with interest. No. 2947 - Henry Strouse vs. D. Stein & Co.; judgment in favor of plaintiff. No. 2981 - Wesenfield & Co. vs. D. Stein & Co., judgment in favor of plaintiffs for $410.45 with interest. No. 3001 - Flash Preston & Co. vs. T. F. Gilbert; judgment in favor of plaintiffs for $199.33 with interest. No. 3012 - Newton Burgess vs. Sellers, Hodge and Ellis; judgment dismissing suit as to defendants Sellers as of non-suit; case continued as to the other defendants. No. 3014 - S. J. Robinson, wife vs. John Thomas, husband; judgment decreeing a separation from bed and board, and dissolving community of acquets [sic] and gains. No. 3015 - C. B. Roberts vs. Augustus Moore; judgment in favor of plaintiff for $450 with interest. Mortgage recognized on property described. No. 3019 - John M. Lee, administrator vs. J. R. Shultz; judgment in favor of plaintiff for $1170, with interest. Vendors privilege recognizes on property described. No. 3021 - J. Marx & Bro. vs. I. H. Bagwell; judgment in favor of plaintiff for the sum of $75, with interest. No. 3022 - Thomas Jackson, husband, vs. Mahala Jackson, wife; judgment decreeing divorce, favor of plaintiff. No. 3023 - W. R. Rutland vs. Wilson Jones; judgment in favor of plaintiff for the sum of $51.15, with interest. Mortgage recognized on property described. No. 3024 - C. O. Ferguson vs. R. W. Sherwood; judgment in favor of plaintiff for the sum of $116.96 with interest. No. 3025 - M. J. Baughman vs. Wm. Smith; judgment in favor of plaintiff for $457.99 with interest. No. 3026 - Jacob Stein vs. Jesse Dean and J. A. Dean; judgment in favor of plaintiff for $77.90, with interest. No. 3027 - Jacob Stein vs. Ed. Wells; judgment in favor of plaintiff for $75.69, with interest. No. 3028 - M. J. Baughman vs. Alex. Smith; judgment in favor of plaintiff for $112.91 with interest. No. 3029 - Mrs. Ellen Levi vs. S. C. Robinson; judgment in favor of plaintiff for $154.51 with interest. No. 3030 - E. H. McQueen, wife vs. W. F. McQueen, husband; judgment in favor of plaintiff for $100, and dissolving community of acquets [sic] and gains. No. 3031 - Jacob Stein vs. A. J. Daniel, et. als.; judgment in favor of plaintiffs for $147.56, with interest. No. 3032 - M. J. Baughman vs. D. Stein & Co.; judgment in favor of plaintiff for $1138.95, with interest. No. 3033 - Jacob Stein vs. Jesse Odom; judgment in favor of plaintiff for $548.06 with interest. No. 3034 - Jacob Stein vs. John Odom; judgment in favor of plaintiff for $205.02, with interest. No. 3035 - Jacob Stein vs. Chas. Cox, et. al.; judgment in favor of plaintiff for $111.25, with interest. page 3 +++ Religious Notice: Evangelist J. B. Davis will preach at Ward's Chapel on the first Sundays, and Saturdays preceeding [sic], in June, August, October, and December; he will preach at Forest Grove school-house on the first Sundays - and Saturdays preceding - in July, September, and November. +++ Thanks to "Sympathy" for a prescription to toughen feet. We don't need it now. +++ We actually saw DOLLARS pitching and gyrating through the air near the court-house, a few days ago. "There's life in the old land yet." +++ Friend Pickel reports the "abstraction" of several fair samples of the finny tribe from the waters of Mill creek, near its confluence with the Cornie. +++ A tin can passed the ADVOCATE office the other day in rapid and rattling pursuit of a brindle cur. Our Devil whistled but a picket fence, along, cur-tailed its speed. +++ Crops in this parish are doing well, and farmers are engaged in manly strife with "general Green" and his cohorts. The weather has been auspicious and there are favorable indications of a big crop this year. +++ Baby carriages of the latest style and most substantial build, just received and for sale by JACOB STEIN. +++ Messrs Ludwig, Trimble, Baughman and Lee; also Mrs. R. C. Burch, Mrs. J. M. Lee and Miss Corinne Lee have returned in safety from visiting the World's Fair, and have resumed the monotony of every-day existence. +++ The GROCERY EMPORIUM of S. Stein is the only place in town where a Full Supply of ICE is kept constantly on hand. Iced Lemonade, Seltzer or Appolionaris can be furnished day or night to suit the convenience of customers. JULIUS ARENT, Ag't. +++ One of our most prominent and substantial citizens - Mr. D. K. McLaurin, of Shiloh - was in town yesterday. He reports that the corn crops are in a flourishing condition but the cool nights have caused some damage to cotton. +++ The ladies of Farmerville and vicinity are especially invited to call at F. SELIG'S Manager, and look at the beautiful Goods he is now offering at the very lowest prices. +++ Eld. J. P. Everett gave us a pleasant but brief call on Monday. He reports that crop interests are progressing satisfactorily in the vicinity of Shiloh, and that the measel [sic] plague - with which that section has been so long besieged - has about subsided. +++ The ADVOCATE was greeted with a visit on Tuesday from our longtime friend "Uncle Jimmy" King. He bears well the brunt of time and has seemingly changed but little in 30 years. It is not often that our sanctum is honored with the presence of a king, and of course we felt much elated. +++ S. S. KIRKPATRICK & CO., call the attention of the public - especially the ladies - to their full line of Fancy Goods constantly on hand, such as Perfumery, Toilet Soaps, and in fact all such desirable articles as are usually to be found in FIRST CLASS Drug Stores. +++ At a roller-skating frolic in the new brick storehouse, a few evenings ago, the amateur performers adopted the wise precaution of having a surgeon constantly in calling distance. The most prominent feature of one young gentleman's face indicates that he at least "nose" all about skating, and the bandaged arms of two other[s] prove that they are indeed "a(r)mateurs." +++ Did you say that you wanted a good cigar? Well call at Mr. J. A. B. Rabun's Grocery establishment, on Maine [sic] street. He has an immense stock of goods, and his cigars are especially first-class, at lowest prices. +++ This town and parish were very creditably represented at the Exposition on Louisiana Day. Several of our youths of both sexes and a few a "leetle" beyond the gleeful days of youth left here "enbundle," but straggled somewhat on return. We believe one or two are yet unaccounted for. +++ SCYTHES AND CRADLES. - Just received a large lot of the above mentioned indispensable articles, and offer same for sale at the lowest notch. JACOB STEIN +++ Capt. J. M. Rabun was prostrated by severe illness on Wednesday evening, but his numerous friends will be glad to learn that he has sufficiently recovered to be again "on change." He contemplates leaving us soon on a business tour. We regret his departure, but wish him a safe and pleasant trip. +++ Our estimable parishioner, Eld. J. P. Everett, of Shiloh, is expected to preach the commencement sermon of Mt. Lebanon College, June 4th. We congratulate the citizens of Mt. Lebanon upon the wisdom of this selection; for we have often listened to the discourses of Elder E. and know them to be earnest, instructive and overflowing with gospel truth. +++ The ADVOCATE was a day behind time last week owing to want of promptness of public carriers, in delivering our paper which had been purchased and shipped in ample season. Through the fraternal courtesy of Col. McCranie - of the Ouachita Telegraph - who extended us aid in our extremity, we are "on time" this week. Thanks Colonel, we will cheerfully reciprocate this favor when opportunity places it in our power so to do. +++ Prof. R. B. Dawkins has obligingly furnished the ADVOCATE with the subjoined list of teachers who, after due examination, have been granted certificates and authorized to teach in the public schools of this parish: Mrs. A. E. Cox, Miss Lou Bruton, Miss S. Alice Henry, Miss Bella Stewart, Miss M. E. Fenton, Miss M. E. Hight, Miss M. E. Pickle, Miss Minnie L. Smith, E. M. Corry, J. D. Byram, L. B. Hester, Jas. Bolls, O. C. Dawkins, W. W. Baker, C. A. Love, P. C. Husbrook, C. W. Scott. +++ Several enterprising young citizens of this town have associated themselves together as a joint stock company for the purpose of establishing a skating rink and club room. They have secured the lease of a plat of ground from Mr. G. Hartman on the northeastern side of town, where they will proceed at once to erect a commodious and substantial building. The scheme is one calculated to enliven the town and improve its appearance; hence we hope it will meet with entire success. +++ The young ladies of a certain Louisiana town have each adopted a distinct perfume. Violets, roses, hiacynthes [sic], and other dainty flowers are the smells in approved use but the arts of chemistry have been invoked to obtain results different from any attained before; and when a girl has succeeded in satisfying herself as to this she keeps the formula a profound secret. A girl can readily identify the presence of an acquaintance without seeing her. +++ The latest dispatches indicate that the conflict between Russia and England is likely to be postponed for a season - how long none can tell. None of the deep-seated causes are removed but the finances of Russia are by no means in a satisfactory condition. While her home exchequer is in a depleted condition her maritime forces is powerful, and England, with her commurcial [sic] wealth, has a wholesome fear of privateering on the high seas. So the Russian Bear and the English Lion are for the present simply growling at each other. +++ Mr. J. M. Smith returned on Monday from attending the Grand Lodge of K. of P. He speaks in glowing terms of the beautiful Teche country through which he traveled. He reports the Order to be in a healthy financial condition with an increased membership of 680 and seven new lodges instituted since the last regular session. That the best of pythian feeling prevailed and the entire session was characterised [sic] by the utmost harmony. +++ Re-union of the 12th Louisiana Regiment. We find the subjoined communication from an old army comrade, published in the last issue of the Ouachita Telegraph: Cleburne, Tex., May 5, 1885. G. W. McCranie, Monroe, La.: Dear Sir -, I write for the purpose of asking you to publish in your valuable paper a call for a re-union of the 12th La. Regiment, to be held some time this summer at some convenient point on the railroad - say Monroe, Vienna, Arcadia, or Minden - and let us all meet and have a good old time. Parson's Texas Brigade has a re-union every year and it is looked forward to as a great time, being quite a celebration, and I don't see why the 12th La. could not have a re-union. It has been 20 years now since we were disbanded, so agitate the question and oblige one of the 12ths. W. B. Anderson [Editor's response:] Mr. Anderson was for many years a resident of Downsville, this parish, but now, as stated above, a citizen of Texas. As one of the surviving "veterans" of the gallant old 12th, La., we gladly and earnestly endorse the suggestion contained in the above letter. Our confrere of the Telegraph tenders "an old soldier's touch of elbows in advancing the proposed re-union," and suggests Ruston as the most available point and the anniversary of the organization of the regiment - sometime late in August or September - as an appropriate time. We "second the motion," both as to time and place, by all means let's have the re-union. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= 22 May 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 2 +++ MAKE HOME ATTRACTIVE. The HOME ADVOCATE, in earnest advocacy of whatever pertains to home comfort, home beauty and home attractiveness would urge upon its readers - those who are so fortunate as to have homes - the importance of attending to those matters of taste and ornamentation which render rural life pleasant and attractive. True, the season is late and most farmers are very busy in consequence, attending to the all important culture of corn, potatoes, and other staple crops, and yet some things about the house may be looked after without seriously interfering with field operations. Even the repairing and painting of old fences, trellises, arbors, etc., adds much to the surroundings of a dwelling, especially if it be a suburban or rural residence. And surely, although the times are hard and people temporarily busy, there can be little excuse for leaving cheerless homes when they can easily and cheaply be rendered pleasant and enjoyable to both occupants and visitors. Tastefully arranged flowers, shrubs, creeping vines, with neat palings made attractive by the proper use of paint, or whitewash would speedily transform many an ordinary appearing farm, suburban or village home, into one which would be noted and commented upon by visitors and strangers for its loveliness - and this is the season to make such desirable transformations. People who can make home attractive indoors and out-doors with tasteful, convenient and durable surroundings, with interesting and useful books, newspapers, etc. - create a paradise which will increase the happiness of the father and mother, and cause the children to grow up contented and to feel that there is no place, after all, like "Home, sweet Home." +++ RELIGION THE FIRST OBJECT IN EDUCATION. Communicated Mr. Editor: - I have been so busily engaged of late superintending my little farm, that I could not find time to write and do justice to my subject; but I will now venture to pen a few thoughts on the heading of this article. The evident object of education is to so prepare the mind as to qualify persons to appear to an advantage in future life. This can only be done by encouraging them to seek such knowledge and leading them to form such habits, as will prove most useful to them hereafter; and in this the whole of their future being, to which their education can be supposed to bear any relation, is to be considered. If I was a parent and knew that the mortal existence of my child would terminate when he had attained the age of five or six years, I should certainly make no provision respecting him beyond that time. Again, if I could fore know that his existence would be prolonged to manhood, I should endeavor, as well as I could, to qualify him for acting such a part as would be useful to him, and others, during that period. These are obvious considerations which are entitled to weight with all rational beings; accordingly, the man of the world must concede that a Christian, as such, believes that himself and offspring are destined to exist in a future life, and that the principals and habits we form here have a decisive influence on our happiness hereafter. Moreover, since a Christian regards this life as merely subservient to another which is infinitely of more value, he must consider the duties of religion the first duties to be attended to; because he will gain more by a steady regard to a higher authority than he can lose by opposing an inferior power. The first thing, therefore, that a Christian parent will naturally inenciate [sic - enunciate] upon the mind of his child - as soon as he is capable of receiving such impressions - is a knowledge of his Maker and a steady spirit of obedience to Him. Not only this, but the feeling and belief will be encouraged, that he lives constantly under the inspection and government of an invisible Being, who will raise him from the dead to an immortal life and will reward or punish him according to his character and actions here. On these plain principals I hesitate not to assert - as one who believes in the Christian religion - that "Religion is the rational object of education." W. C. C. [Note: This was written by William Cleaton Carr, early settler of Union Parish.] page 3 +++ Mr. D. K. McLaurin, at Shiloh, and Mr. T. H. McFadin, at Oakland, are authorised [sic] to solicit and accept for subscriptions to the HOME ADVOCATE. In this connection we earnestly request our readers in the parish to keep us posted in regard to local happenings, crop items, etc., in their neighborhoods. We desire to make the ADVOCATE a home newspaper in its broadest scope, and a few words on a sheet of paper or postal card will frequently furnish matter for an interesting local item and will greatly assist the editor. We will gleefully reimburse our patrons for any amounts they may be forced to expend for postage, writing material, etc., in this behalf. +++ Our young friend and former townsman, W. R. Mayo, Esq. Has permanently located at pilot Grove, Mo. He has our thanks for Missouri papers, forwarded by mail. +++ You young friend, Ed. Baker, while scuffling with a playmate last Wednesday, was thrown on his right arm and received a severe sprain. "Not the skates this time!" +++ Mr. C. A. Heard honored the ADVOCATE office with a brief but pleasant call, Wednesday afternoon. We were glad to meet with him and trust he will visit us whenever he can conveniently do so. +++ The arrival of the long, dull afternoons announces the resurrection of Base ball among the votaries of that very popular recreation. It was a bad, a base ball that came near demolishing the mouth-piece of one of our most estimable young townsmen, last Tuesday. +++ We expect to continue adding one improvement after another to THE HOME ADVOCATE until it reaches as near perfec [sic]- But we bow and stand modestly aside while our publisher (to whom all credit is due for the comely appearance of our paper) "sets up" the following compliment clipped from a neighboring exchange: "The HOME ADVOCATE, of Farmerville, is the best looking paper in the State, present company of course excepted." - Ruston Caligraph. We appreciate the appreciation of our appreciative confrere. He being a newspaper connoisseur is qualified to know "wherof [sic] he speaks." +++ The May-haw crop is nearly two weeks late, but are now plentiful in the D'Arbonne and Cornie Swamps. The exhibit of this fruit at the Exposition showed that Louisiana and Texas were the only states that produce it. +++ JULIUS ARENT - agent of S. Steins Grocery Establishment - authorizes us to state that owing to scarcity of money he will not sell any thing in his line of trade at reduced prices. +++ Mr. T. J. Stewart, a prominent citizen of Marion, was in town last Saturday. He showed us a round metallic object which he expressed a willingness to exchange for a receipt for a year's subscription to the HOME ADVOCATE. We traded. +++ My customers and the public generally are notified that my entire stock of Goods will in a few days be replenished and, owing to dull times, everything will be marked down to the very lowest price. JACOB STEIN. +++ [from the Monroe Bulletin] Miss Lizzie Guehring, a charming young lady of Farmerville, is a guest of Mr. S. Meyer. -- Miss Lizzie reached home Sunday afternoon, after a somewhat protracted absence visiting the Exposition and friends in Monroe. +++ QUININE. - This almost indespensible [sic] article can be obtained at the Farmerville Drug Store at the remarkable low price of $1.40 per ounce. Call on S. S. KIRKPATRICK & CO. +++ Mr. E. M. Harris has established a new Blacksmith Shop at the Alston old stand, on Maine street. Mr. Harris is a skillful workman and has had a long experience in his calling. Read his advertisement in third column of our front page, and give him your patronage. +++ As this is the dull season and money is exceedingly scarce, I hereby give notice that I am offering my entire stock of Summer goods at Cost. F. SELIG, Manager. +++ We were pleased, yesterday, to again grasp the hand of Mr. Moses Haas; who has just returned home from visiting the Exposition, and friends at Hogans Landing. His smiling conntenance [sic] indicates that his trip has been one of supreme enjoyment. +++ Right glad we were, a few days ago, to meet Capt. D. M. Ramsey fresh from the Exposition. Although David did not succeed in vanquishing the Exposition Giant, his serene appearance betokens that he suffered not by the encounter. +++ We were much pleased to meet friend, O. C. Dawkings [sic] in town on Saturday last. Mr. Dawkings [sic] is not at the head of a flourishing school near Marion, this parish, where we are sure he is giving entire satisfaction to his patrons; but his vivacious presence is sadly missed by his many friends in Farmerville. Hurry back, Oliver. +++ We are gratified to announce that Dr. W. C. Carr, in pursuance of a laudable desire to accomplish all the goods he can in the evening of his life, will furnish the ADVOCATE with a series of articles on subjects of the utmost importance and benefit to our readers. These communications will pertain to subjects of morality and decorum, but will not be of a denominational character. +++ Your Horses and Cattle no doubt need Condition Powders; your family also needs physic - such as Quinine, Castor Oil, Calomel, Cough-medicine, etc. All these articles together with a full assortment of Patent medicines, Paints, Oils, etc. can be found at the leading Drug Store of North Louisiana on Main street. S. S. KIRKPATRICK & CO. +++ We learn that Sheriff Pleasant received an intimation on Saturday afternoon that an attempt would probably be made during the night to lynch the Negro, Joe Tucker, now confined in the jail. We are loth [sic] to believe that any action of this character was seriously contemplated. We know that the temptation to resort to methods of this kind are, in some cases, very great, but we have an efficient and energetic set of officers, and our courts are ample for the punishment of crime, therefore, any act which savors of mob-law - no matter how aggravating the circumstances may be - will surely not only be deprecated, but frowned down, by all good citizens. Our vigilant officials are determined to do their whole duty, and are, at all times, amply prepared to repel any effort that may be made by misguided or overzealous persons to overrate the law. +++ Mr. F. Selig returned home on Saturday last from a trip to Selma, Ala., where he has been attending the 12th Annual Convention of the I. O. B. B. District Lodge, No. 7. Mr. Selig informs us that the convention was well attended and a marked interest manifested in the proceedings which were carried on with a strict adherance [sic] to parliamentary rules. The following officers were elected for the ensuing term: The committee on laws is composed of: Fred Marks, Chairman; A. Meyer, J. Wileinzky, F. Selig and I. Nenhouse. The next annual meeting of the Convention will be held in New Orleans. Mr. Selig very kindly forwarded the ADVOCATE several Alabama papers, for which he has our thanks. +++ At a meeting of the Board of School Directors for this parish held on the 10th inst., E. T. Sellers was elected President and Dr. R. Roberts Secretary. The following resolutions were adopted: Resolved, That the public schools of this parish may be taught any time during the year, and that each teacher having a certificate of qualification shall present to the member of the School Board residing in the ward in which the school is to be taught, a petition from the patrons of the school he expects to teach, and that said member recommend to the president and secretary the amount of salary or prorata [sic] for said school; and that the president and secretary be authorized to contract in accordance with above requirements. Resolved, That the unexpended funds from the several wards last year be retained by each ward as per the apportionment of said fund and made a part of the teacher's fund for this year (1885.) ================================================================================= ================================================================================= 29 May 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 1 +++ THE HOME ADVOCATE, Published Every Friday at Farmerville, Union Parish La. T. C. Lewis, Editor and Proprietor, J. H. Canfield, Publisher. Terms of Subscription. One copy, one year $1.50 One copy, six months .75 One copy, three months .50 If paid strictly in advance$1. +++ [Note: Compare this "Official Directory" with that published on 27 February 1885.] Official Directory: Twenty Second Senatorial District, Senator E. Thomas Sellers of Union Representative: William W. Heard, Farmerville Parish Officers: J. M. Smith, Clerk of Court R. F. Pleasant, Sheriff J. M. Lee, Sr., Treasurer Dr. C. H. Jameson, Coroner J. M. Lee, Jr., Assessor E. H. Ward, Surveyor D. M. Ramsey, Returning Officer Police Jurors: J. M. Underwood, Ward One G. A. Bruton, Ward Two S. W. Taylor, Ward Three R. J. Tabor, President, Ward Four W. B. Wimberly, Ward Five J. M. Dawkins, Ward Six J. C. Cargill, Clerk Magistrates: J. E. Everett, J. M. Lee, Jr., Ward One N. R. Funderburk, Ward Two C. C. Norman, Ward Three H. T. White, Ward Four Elza Billbery, Ward Five G. W. Carroll, Ward Six W. K. Rushing, Ward Seven Frederick Preause, Ward Eight E. M. Richardson, Ward Ten School Board E. T. Sellers, President W. R. Roberts, Secretary Town of Farmerville W. B. H. Poer, Mayor W. M. Rabun, Marshal +++ Professisonal Cards --- D. Arent, Farmerville, LA. Agent for the Liverpool, London and Globe Insurance Company. Also SunFire Office of London, England. --- New Blacksmith Shop. E. M. Harris, Proprietor. Main Street, Alston old stand. A share of the public patronage is respectfully solicited. Horse Shoeing a Specialty. Where all kinds of iron and wood work will be done in a first-class manner and fully guaranteed. page 2 +++ CHRISTIAN HARMONY. Editor of the Home Advocate: I know that I may be digressing somewhat from the course indicated by my former communications, relative to a series of articles I contemplated writing, but perhaps will hereafter confine my ideas to articles of a like tenor. Having attended the Baptist church on last Sunday, I had the pleasure of hearing that man of God - Elder S. C. Lee - expounding and proclaiming the condition of those who are out of Christ, and drawing a contrast between them and those who have embraced Christianity. In looking over the congregation I was pleased to see so many present who had publicly renounced their wickedness and joined the church of the living God. It caused my soul to rejoice in praise to God to see so many members of the Methodist church in attendance, and to observe that all were deeply engaged in the words of salvation as they were emphasized by the man of God, and also to see the social and fraternal feelings as Christians in one common cause. There are two organizations of Sabbath schools in Farmerville, but their hours of meeting are so arranged that they do not conflict; parents and children of both denominations take active parts in each school. This, in my opinion, is just as it should be - "oh how pleasant it is to see Christians dwell together in heavenly places." The Baptist church have engaged the services of the Rev. S. C. Lee for the present year, and the Methodist church Rev. J. L. Williams. It certainly will be very gratifying to the lovers of good order and morals to hear of the Christians of both denominations at Farmerville working in harmony for the Master's cause. Come out professors of both denominations and be punctual in filling your seats at the church, and visit each others [sic] church, and mingle your prayers and voices to Almighty God for the conversion of sinners. Yours for the Truth, W. C. C. +++ [From the Ouachita Telegraph:] Capt. John Rabun, who has been rather seriously ill for several days, is again on his feet, but not yet ready on the hurricane roof. [Editor Lewis' response:] Capt. Rabun reached home per Steamer Lind Grove Sunday afternoon. We trust that the care and revivifying presence of "loved ones at home" will speedily restore him to health. page 3 +++ Next Monday is the day for the Police Jury to meet. +++ Mr. E. M. Jarmon has our thanks for a copy of the Florida Intelligencer, a neat and spicy paper published at Live Oak, Fla. +++ The many friends of Mr. Eugene ___ne will be glad to know that he [?] improving after a protracted illness of several days. +++ Capt. J. M. Rabun returned home Sunday night by boat, having been quite sick at Monroe, and was very ill up to the time of his arrival, but we are glad to state [?] he is much better. +++ The party given at Mr. M. J. Baughman's, in honor of the completion of his magnificent residence is, we are glad to learn, a grand success. We regret very much that we could not attend the affair, and can only say, that had we have gone, we should have undoubtedly enjoyed it. +++ What caused all that racket and pistol shooting Wednesday night? Somebody lost a pair of spectacles, but no personal damage resulted. +++ MOLASSES: I have now on hand for sale, an excellent article of Molasses which I offer at the lowest price. J. A. B. RABUN +++ Mr. T. J. Grafton, from near Shiloh, brought a fine lot of green apples to town yesterday, for which we think he found ready sale. +++ The ADVOCATE acknowledges, with thanks, the reciept [sic] of substantial favors from Hon. W. W. Heard. Long may he live and flourish. +++ The negro Joe Tucker, who has been in jail at this place for several weeks, appeared before J. M. Lee, Jr. - Justice of the Peace - waived examination and was released on giving bond in the sum of $250. +++ Our genial friend, W. J. Turnage, who has been employed as dry goods clerk in the Establishment of F. Selig, left last Monday for Hot Springs, where he will receive medical treatment for his eyes. +++ Mr. David Arent returned home from New Orleans on Saturday last. Mr. Arent is an applicant for the office of Receiver of Public Moneys at New Orleans, and his appointment has been recommended by a large number of the most influential citizens of North Louisiana, and other sections of the state. He has always been at true Democrat, is competent and deserving, and we are therefore glad to learn that his chances for appointment are favorable. +++ Let the boys of Farmerville take heed. A couple of lovers appeared before an Elmira, (N.Y.) clergyman, but the latter, instead of speaking the words which would have made them one, lectured the bridegroom on the sin of rollerskating on Sunday, of which offense, he had recently been guilty. This so affected the pious sentiment of the bride that the wedding was indefinitely postponed. +++ The very popular house of JACOB STEIN - successor to D. STEIN & CO. - has long held the position of the leading DRY GOODS, CLOTHING and GENERAL FURNISHING ESTABLISHMENT of Farmerville, will be warmly supported for re-election by MANY FRIENDS. +++ The month of May, 1885, will soon be numbered with the things that were. We have had remarkably strange weather during the entire month - more like April than May - several mornings were almost cold enough for frost. The rains on Monday of last week, and on Tuesday of this, were more like winter showers than what we have a right to expect during mild and balmy May. +++ The ADVOCATE acknowledges a pleasant call on Saturday last from Mr. G. W. Reynolds, of Downsville. Mr. Reynolds is soliciting subscription to a medical work of great value called "the Practical Home Physician." An examination of this book satisfies us of its great value and we think a copy of it should find a place in every family. +++ A REMARKABLE COINCIDENCE - We find the following special dispatch published in the Courier - Journal of 4th inst. LITTLE ROCK, ARK. May 2. Abraham Maybry, a planter living in Union county, was foully assassinated Thursday night. He was awakened at midnight by a cry for help, and was shot down as he emerged from his residence. The assassins are unknown. Maybry was seventy years old and a well-known planter of South Arkansas. The above dispatch was forwarded two days after the murder and indicates that the assassination of Abraham Maybry, occurred on the 30th of April. Had a dispatch relative to the murder of W. P. Mabry, near Shiloh, been forwarded two days after the killing it would have been about as follows: SHILOH, LA., April 23. W. P. Mabry, a planter living in Union parish, was foully assassinated Tuesday night. He was awakened at midnight by a cry for help, and was shot down near his residence. The assassins are unknown. Mabry was - years old, and a well-known planter of North Louisiana. The above is one of the most remarkable coincidences that ever came to our knowledge. The persons assassinated were both named Mabry; both old gentleman; both planters, one a resident of Union County, the other of Union Parish. One was murdered on the 21st of April, the other on the 30th of April - nine days afterward. +++ DIED On Monday, May 18th, 1885, at his residence in Union parish, La., Williamson Bird, aged 72 years. In the death of Mr. Bird our parish mourns the loss of one of its oldest, truest and most substantial citizens. He was a devout and zealous member of the M. E. Church, south, and has resided in the northern portion of our parish for more than thirty-five years, honored and loved by all who know him. The ADVOCATE deeply sympathizes with the bereaved relatives, and hopes that He, who doeth all things well, will alleviate the pangs of sorrow in contemplation of what is grief now, will become happiness at the thought of the beautiful resting of our sainted friend in the mansions of Heaven. +++ New Advertisements. NOTICE. There will be an examination of teachers at the Academy, June 13, 1885. R. B. Dawkins, Benj. Taylor, Comm. Of Examiners. +++ Notice for Publication: May 21, 1885, Henry A. Raley, land entry for 40 acres, witnesses: W. H. Hamilton, C. W. Farris, J. L. Wynn, W. S. Pearson. +++ VENIRE. List of Jurors drawn to serve for the Regular July Term of the Third Judicial District Court, in and for Union Parish, La., to be begun [sic] and holden July 1885: First Week: [the number after their name indicates their Ward of residence] A. J. Cole, 8 J. H. Shackelford, 4 J. W. Edwards, 2 B. F. Gray, 4 Jesse Taunton, 2 Lang Bryant, 2 Benj. F. West, 3 John M, Key, 4 W. H. Smith, 4 F. M. Hardison, 4 J'nthan Stewart, 2 J. P. Montgomery, 2 Oscar Bird, 6 Jno. A. Peak, 2 Robt. W. Goyne, 3 Robt. H. Reed, 2 G. W. Nelson, 3 J. L. Winberry, 5 Thos. J. Rabun, 3 Jno. L. Hicks, 5 S. H. Brazzeal, 4 Jals. A. Love, 2 Jas. T. Mayes, 5 Jno. Simpson, 5 Frank Hollis, 3 J. L. A. Robinson, 3 J. J. Slade, 6 Jas. Taylor, 6 Elias Taylor, Jr., 5 L. E. Smith, 2 D. W. Holloway, 6 R. B. Dawkins, 6 Wm. E. Reed, 2 E. D. Wallace, 5 John H. Gibson, 6 W. E. Turnage, 6 A. J. Buckley, 4 W. W. Walker, Jr. David McCoy, Jr., 3 T. W. Clark, 6 Geo. L. Lowery, 4 W. N. Autrey, 4 Frank Wilson, 5 Chas. L. Gunby, 5 Wm. M. Cole, 2 Marton Keener (col), 5 L. A. Shaw, 2 E. J. Hunt, 3 Robert McCrary, 5 J. A. Larche, 5 SECOND WEEK. Jno N. Heath, 2 Thos. J. Grafton, 4 M. Williams, col, 5 D. W. Spencer, 2 W. Creath col, 6 Sam. B. Wallace, 1 W. W. Cobb, 6 J. Frank Hodge, 5 B. M. Robinson, 4 J. R. Andrews, 6 J. P. Shackelford, 4 John Abbott, 3 Oliver Easterlin, 3 Louis T. Love, 2 G. P. Henry, 3 Ed. Lewis (col) 5 Benj. Henderson, 3 James Hunt, 3 J. F. Castleberry, 3 Henry Evans, 1 John Cobb, 3 Martin Phillips, 6 W. B. Smith, 6 Lish Smith col, 6 O. P. Smith, 2 D. W. Halley, 3 S. L. Holmes, 5 Archy Johnston, 5 J. W. Anders, 6 S. S. Plummer, 2 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= JUNE 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 5 June 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 2 +++ UNION PARISH. We desire to devote a column or more of our reading space, each week, to the different wards of the parish, and to this end we earnestly request the assistance of our friends. If the patrons of the ADVOCATE will furnish us, from time to time with brief reports of the condition of the crops, health, also the particulars of happenings, even of a minor importance, we will be thankful, as it will enable us to make this department of our paper of great interest. We do not desire private gossip of an offensive character, or personal allusions which are calculated to cause ill-feeling, neither do we ask for lengthy reports of any character. Give us simply statements of public news, as before mentioned. We do not contemplate taking stock to any considerable extent in the political imbroglios which are harassing and distracting the two factions of our State; while our personal feelings are ardently enlisted in behalf of what we deem right and best calculated to inure to the public welfare, yet we opine that our subscribers do not expect their home newspaper to be especially devoted to "ringing the changes" as to the exhalted [sic] pretensions of either the mugwumps, the bugwumps, the drugwumps nor the jugwumps. We con [sic] readily believe that our people take papers published in New Orleans, or other places at a distance, for the obtaining of foreign and political news, but it is impossible to gather any home news from that source. What transpires in one section of our parish, considered even of a trivial nature in the particular locality, will be read with interest by persons of other sections. We are determined to make the HOME ADVOCATE of especial home interest, and we desire to place a copy of it in each home in the parish. page 3 +++ Mr. O. C. Dawkins favored us with a brief call on Saturday. +++ Rev. J. . Williams will preach at the Methodist Church next Sunday. +++ A "sociable" held at the residence of neighbor M. Guehring Sunday night, was a time of enjoyment to all in attendance. +++ Mr. F. Selig, Manager, has just received a large and complete stock of first class Furniture, which he offers for sale at the very lowest prices. Call and examine his stock. +++ Senator E. T. Sellers was in town on business connected with the School Board Wednesday, and honored the ADVOCATE with a visit. +++ Our young friend, Willie McFarland reached his home at this place on Friday of last week from Nashville, Tenn., where he has been attending college. Willie has a host of friends here who will join us in extending him a cordial welcome. +++ We were gratified to meet our old friend, Mr. Wm. Taylor, in town yesterday. Mr. Taylor is one of the pioneer settlers of our parish and although now 86 years of age, possesses all of his faculties, except eye-sight, to a remarkable degree. +++ There are many excellent gardens in town and vegetables are abundant. Mr. T. F. Gilbert left at our office several fine specimens of Onions, each measuring near ten inches in circumference. Who says the rocky hills of Union are non productive? +++ Mr. Wm. A. Roby, traveling agent of the celebrated Clingman Nursery, called at our office on Friday, and exhibited many specimens of excellent fruit. We believe that our people should patronize home enterprise and industry whenever practicable. The Clingman Nursery is located near Homer, in our sister parish of Claiborne, and Mr. Roby informs us that he will undertake to furnish fruit trees, fruit vines, shrubs, etc. of any desired quality or quantity at about one half the price demanded for similar articles, by the fruit tree vendors that recently visited our parish from another State. Mr. R. will be in our parish several weeks and will visit our town on each Saturday during his stay, where he will be pleased to meet those desiring anything in his line of trade. +++ Mr. Rosenfield, a courteous salesman of Messrs. Baughman & Stein, has called our attention to several specimens of superior and remarkable hand work embroidery, lace, etc. made and deposited with him for sale, by Miss Florence Vence, of this parish. Miss Vence is a resident of Cuba, and, being here on a visit to relatives, is willing to give lessons in embroidery, crocheting and fancy needle work, if a class can be formed. Ladies desiring to take lessons are requested to leave their names with Mr. Rosenfield. +++ An investigation of the midnight pistol shooting mentioned in the last ADVOCATE, resulted in four of our young citizens appearing before Mayor Poer, and one of them contributing a few sheckels toward the enhancement of our town treasury. We trust that our municipal authorities will promptly enforce their ordinance and summarily check any tendencies to conduct calculated to disturb the peace. +++ We had the pleasure of meeting with judge W. R. Roberts, S. J. Harris and K. M. Davis, from Shiloh and vicinity, in town during the past week. The last named gentleman (Mr. Davis) is a practical engineer and machinist, and has arranged to introduce himself and business to the public through the columns of his parish newspaper, next week. +++ The steamer Poplar Bluff is expected to arrive at our landing on Sunday next, with a large freight. +++ The Police Jury met in regular session on Monday last. We direct attention to the proceedings elsewhere published. +++ We regret to state that Marshall Donley - the little son of our esteemed neighbor, J. Donley, Esq., - is confined to his bed, being quite sick with fever. +++ Mr. Benj. Ivey and H. H. Hill have our thanks for lists of new subscribers. Their interest and efforts in behalf of the ADVOCATE are much appreciated. +++ Miss Emma Shoemaker, who has been visiting our town, left for her home in Monroe last Monday. We trust she will reach her destination safe, and visit our town again soon. +++ The heat of summer can be tempered and its oppressive effects materially ameliorated by calling on Mr. Julius Arent and investing a small sum in the purchase of ice. Try it. +++ We were gratified to receive a visit on Tuesday from Mr. S. B. Baker, Jr. His father - the lamented Joseph Baker - was one of our truest friends, and a most estimable citizens [sic]. +++ Mr. L. D. Spears, of the vicinity of Shiloh, visited our town on Wednesday and gave us a pleasant call. We were glad to make his acquaintance and hope he will call as often as convenient. +++ What has become of the Farmerville Brass Band? Can't our young citizens gather up the instruments and re-organize? Music will much enliven the dullness of the times. +++ If you are pleased with the HOME ADVOCATE, tell your neighbors so, and ask them to subscribe for it. We are sanguine that the small sum of One Dollar cannot be given a better direction than in procuring your home newspaper for a year. Just think of it; twelve months (52 papers) for one $1; less than 2 cts. a week. +++ POLICE JURY PROCEEDINGS. -- Witness Claims Allowed: State vs. David Smith: $29.40 State vs. C. Davis: $9.60 State vs. Rufus Lankford: $22.50 State vs. W. E. Knox - favor of Anderson Roberts: $5.55 State vs. Perry and Sm. Melton - favor of W. D. Henderson $5.40; Mrs. R. Cherry $6.70. State vs. Thos. A. Skains - favor of H. Archer $1.70; Ned Terrell $1.70; S. P. Leggett $1.90 State vs. W. A. Crawford - favor of John Mayes $2.70; Frank Mayes $2.90. -- Sundry Claims Allowed: Claim favor of Wm. Turnage, jailor $195 R. F. Langston, service at the poor house, $56.28 Dr. Barnes, for examining Joe Perkins, $8.00 Wilson Jones, wood for poor house, $2.00 S. L. Haile, commissioner of elections, $9.00 A. J. Callaway, clerk of elections, $3.00 J. M. Smith, Clerk D.C., $37.50; J. M. Smith, rent for poor house, $77.50 J. C. Cargill, Clerk P.J., $50.00 E. H. McClendon, District Att'y, $50.00 J. Marx & Bro., merchandise for jail, $7.65 J. Marx & Bro., burying pauper, $3.20 Malenda Green, washing at poor house, $4.00 B. F. Pleasant, Sheriff, criminal matters, $711.30 B. F. Pleasant, Sheriff, guarding jail, $181.00 Police Jurors April and June terms, $81.40. Total amounts $1574.53 Respectfully submitted, Geo. A. Bruton, Ch'n Finance Committee Be it ordained by the police jury in and for Union parish, La., that the above and foregoing claims be and they are hereby approved, and a sufficient amount is hereby appropriated to pay the same. Approved June 1, 1885. R. J. Tabor, Pres. P.J. J. C. Cargill, Clerk -- Be it ordained by the police jury in and for Union parish, La., that R. McGough, M. W. Taylor and J. M. Brantley be and they are hereby appointed a committee to purchase lumber to floor a bridge over pool branch on Farmerville and Marion road, and that a sufficient amount of parish funds be and is hereby appropriated to pay the same, on the warrant of the committee presented to the police jury for approval. Approved June 1, 1885. R. J. Tabor, Pres. P.J. J. C. Cargill, Clerk -- [Others mentioned in connection with new roads in these proceedings: G. W. Lowery, W. C. Metchem, T. J. Jones, J. F. Samples.] ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 12 June 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 2 +++ COMDEMNED TO DIE. PERRY AND WM. MELTON DOOMED TO DEATH - COMMUTATION OF SENTENCE REFUSED. Sheriff Pleasant has received orders from Gov. McEnery to execute the death sentence pending against Perry and Wm. Melton - father and son - convicted in November, 1884, of the murder of Jno. W. Cherry. The application for a commutation of sentence was refused and the condemned prisoners will be launched into eternity of Friday next - 19th inst. The execution will take place in the jail building in presence of not more than fifteen witnesses. +++ [From the Shreveport Times:] THE IRON FIELDS OF LOUISIANA - According to a Washington special of the 18th[,] Congressman King has been notified that the geological survey party recently at work in some of the Territories, will soon visit Louisiana with a view to examining and reporting upon the iron fields known to exist in certain of the northern parishes lying between Red river and Bayou Bartholomew. The subject is attracting considerable attention at the North, and the owners of land in the thin hills in the thin hills of Claiborne, Lincoln, Jackson, Bienville and Union may wake up some morning to find themselves richer than they ever could have become through the medium of cotton. The deposit is understood to be much richer than any about Birmingham, Ala., and speculators are on the qui vire. General King, speaking of this matter, said, "It will be strange if it should appear that our mules are wearing out their Pittsburg iron shoes on the iron fields of Louisiana." Such really seems to be the case. The geological survey made by the government will authenticate the facts in the case. [Editor Lewis' response:] The parish of Union is no doubt the center of immense deposits of both iron and coal. The face of the country for the most part is quite rugged and presents the appearance in many places of having been upheaved by volcanic action. We have often noticed specimen of rock picked up in the vicinity of Farmerville that seemed to be impregnated with iron. The recent test in New Orleans of some ore taken from Claiborne parish have added much to the interest felt in this section of the state by Northern people visiting the Exposition. Rev. W. P. Kimball of Claiborne parish, placed on exhibition in the Louisiana Department a boulder of ore from his place, which weighed about 350 pounds, and after being broken up, smelted and reduced to pig iron, yielded about 50 per cent of pure metallic iron - the best Birmingham Ala., ore yields only 30 percent. The smelting was done by a new and cheap process, and, according to a statement published in the N. O. Picayune, 2½ tons of the ore will produce forty-three dollars clear profit. A company has been formed in Claiborne and the services of an experienced geologist has been secured for the purpose of developing the source of inexhaustible wealth in our sister parish. In view of all this it would be well for the real estate owners of our parish, and others who may deem it remunerative, to form a company for the purpose of testing the deposits and value of the ore now lying dormant in our midst. We doubt not but that thousands of tons can be found on the surface of the ground within less than three miles of our town, and as the quality of ore is much better below than above the surface it is not only fair to conclude but almost absolutely certain that when shafts are sunk and the iron mined, the supply will be found in exhaustable [sic]. +++ Communicated. Mr. Editor: Thinking your readers might be interested in the subject of educational matters, I write you a short account of the closing exercises of the School at this place. The Mount Lebanon College has just closed its session with a series of entertaining exercises. Without giving a detailed account of all the classes that were examined, suffice it to say - the scholars acquitted themselves creditably. Rev. J. P. Everett of your parish preached the commencement sermon to a very large audience. Mr. E. is a fine preacher, and has completely captured this people. Hon. N. C. Blanchard, of Shreveport, delivered the anniversary address. He selected for his subject: "History - Its uses and benefits." Mr. B. is a fine, graceful speaker, in the presentation of his subject, he was forcible and eloquent. The Board of Trustees, to meet the growing wants of this institution, have decided to increase their number; they have elected two gentlemen from your parish - Rev. J. P. Everett and Judge G. A. Killgore of your town. The Board of Trustees are exceedingly anxious for this College to take its former rank as in ante-bellum days. W. B. Prothro Mt. Lebanon, June 8th, 1885 +++ THE CROSS OF CHRIST: It displays God's Highest Wisdom. [Another of the religious articles written by Union Parish pioneer Dr. William C. Carr.] Christ crucified is said in the sacred oracle to be the Wisdom of God. It is the very consummation, the perfection of infinite Wisdom. If true wisdom consists in employing the best means to accomplish the best end, we have it here. If we reflect on the end for which Christ was crucified we readily perceive that his suffering and crucifixion were the very best means for the furtherance of the plan of Salvation. That end is to develop the attributes of God so that his rational creatures may discern his excellence and yield him the glory due to his name. A better end ther cannot be, and if we examine the means by which it was effected we shall see that in Christ's crucifixion the utmost wisdom was displayed. In the cross may be seen a radiance of Him shed forth to give a beautiful tinge to all the other rays emanating from Him. His mercy thus manifested casts a luster over the rest of divine perfections, in exquisite harmony with the natural and moral attributes of Jehovah - Pardon, Sanctification, and Life for guilty, polluted, ruined man. Influences calculated to subdue the hostile spirit of the sinner, humble his pride; lay him low in the dust of self-abasement; soften his obdurate heart, bring him to repentance; lead him to respect and obey the Law which before he despised and trampled under his feet. The death blow which Satan and his emissaries aimed at Jesus proved their own overthrow and was the means of man's deliverance from victory over Death. In this, then, we find an exhibition of the most profound Wisdom. W. C. C. to be continued. +++ [advertisement] K. M. DAVIS Shiloh, La. Engineer and Machinest Agent for Steam Engines, Boilers and Saw Mills, for Taylor Manufacturing Co., Chambersburg, Penn. Also North Carolina Mill Stone Company. Also STEAM POWER COTTON PRESSES, COTTON GINS, CANE MILLS AND EVAPORATORS. Also a full line of All Kinds of Machinery from Kingsland & Furgerson Manufactoring [sic] Co., of St. Louis, Missouri. After two trips to the new Orleans Exposition for the purpose of observing the merits of all kinds of Machinery, I have selected the above as being the best. I earnestly solicit a comparison of prices and goods, believing I can make it to the interest of anyone to purchase through me. All goods purchased of me will be under a written guarantee. I am prepared to put in motion any of the above goods, and will do so whenever desired. page 3 +++ We are authorized to state that there will be preaching at the Methodist Church on Sunday evening next, at early candle lighting, by Rev. J. L. Williams. +++ Navigation to this place has closed for the season, but the daily Stage Line to Choudrant Station will still afford us communication with the "outer world." +++ Our very efficent [sic] parish surveyor - Mr. E. H. Ward - was in town on Saturday. Persons desiring boundaries of land located or surveying of any description, should secure the services of Mr. Ward, as he is always prompt and accurate in the discharge of duty. +++ OH SAY! Choice Banner Hams, at prices to suit the times, for sale by J. A. B. RABUN. +++ This section was favored on Monday and Wednesday nights with good rains which came in excellent time for the gardens about town and farms in this vicinity. +++ The obituary of Mrs. Fannie E. Smith and a communication on "Hygiene" received too late for publication this week, will appear in our next issue. +++ Col. D. Stein returned home Monday per steamer Poplar Bluff from a somewhat protracted business tour, but further attention to his immense enterprise necessitated his immediate return to Monroe. Mr. Stein has our thanks for late N.O. papers, in advance of the mail. +++ The people of this parish will be grieved to learn of the death of Mr. J. T. B. Andrews, which occurred on Wednesday last. Mr. Andrews was one of our most worthy citizens and possessed many sterling virtues that endeared him to those who knew him. His bereaved family and relatives have our sincere condolence. +++ Sheriff Pleasant very pleasantly intimates, per advertisement, that it would be well for those who are in arrears for license, to "rattle up" within 20 days. +++ Mrs. A. T. Lott, of Ruston, is in town visiting her mother - Mrs. Manning - and other relatives. We regret to learn that she is in bad health, but trust the care and association of loved ones will speedily prove a restorative. +++ The ADVCOATE office was honored and made to assume a cheerful aspect, on Thursday of last week, by the presence of a bevy of young ladies, composed of Misses Jones, Poer, Snyder and Atkinson. We trust they will visit us whenever convenient. +++ We had the pleasure on Wednesday of forming acquaintance of Mr. F. M. Lee, of Claiborne parish, who is here under the treatment of Dr. Carr, for impaired vision caused by weakness of the optic nerves. Dr. Carr has successfully treated several cases of a similar character. +++ Mr. T. H. McFadin, the courteous and popular post-master of Oakland, called at the ADVOCATE office on Monday, and left the names of new subscribers - accompanied with the customary quid pro quo - who desire their papers forwarded to the Oakland office. Mr. M. has our sincere thanks for his effors [sic] toward extending the circulation of the ADVOCATE. +++ Our publisher, J. H. Canfield, Esq., left on Wednesday for the purpose of visiting relatives and friends in Minden. His health is impaired to some extent, but we earnestly trust that the physical exercise and mental exhilaration incident to his trip will fully restore his wonted vigor. Mr. Canfield is duly authorized to represent the ADVOCATE in all business matters connected with its publication. +++ The steamer Poplar Bluff reached Farmerville landing on Monday last with a fair freight and several passengers. As the waters of the D'Arbonne and Cornie are now quite low and still falling, we presume this will be the last trip this season. +++ The many friends of Eld. J. P. Everett and Judge G. A. Killgore will be gratified to learn, from the communication of Mr. W. B. Prothro, that these gentlemen have been elected members of the Board of Trustees of Mt. Lebanon College. We congratulate the friends of the College upon the admirable selection made and, in behalf of our able and estimable parishioners, extend thanks for the honor conferred. +++ DIED Died of apoplexy, at his residence in Union parish, La., on Wednesday June 9th 1885, Mr. J. T. B. Andrews, aged 60 years. Mr. Andrews was born in North Carolina in 1825, moved to this parish in 1849 where he has since lived - a christian [sic] gentleman, an ornament to society and a blessing to his family. To the bereaved ones we offer our heartfelt sympathy and condolence. As he lived, so he died. Peace to his ashes. A Friend +++ We are happy to report that several estimable ladies of Farmerville, with laudable zeal in the advocacy and promotion of all good works, have formed an association designated as the "Farmerville Women's Foreign Missionary Society." The object of this organization is in furtherance of desire of Christian ladies to identify themselves with, and extend pecuniary aid to those who are earnestly working to lighten and brighten the dark valley and desert places of heathen lands. The sprightly and very efficient Recording Secretary has kindly furnished the ADVOCATE with the following list of officers: Mrs. M. E. Cargill, President; Miss Anna J. Mayo, and Mrs. Lou Honeycutt, Vice-Presidents; Miss Jessie Thompson, Recording Secretary; Mrs. Louella Dawkins, Corresponding Secretary; Mrs. Florence Johnson, Treasure, Miss Alice Smith, Solicitor for "The Woman's Foreign Missionary Advocate." The regular meetings of the Farmerville W. F. M. Society are held at the Methodist Church in Farmerville, on the 1st Sunday in each month, at 3 o'clock P.M. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 19 June 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 2 +++ BLACK FRIDAY EXECUTION OF PERRY AND WILLIAM MELTON Today is Black Friday in Farmerville. Today the vengeance of the law will visit with condign and ignominious punishment two men, who now are vigorous in health and endowed with the God-given faculties of human beings. These men will this day look for last time upon this bright world and will be ushered into the presence of their Maker with the dark and horrible accusation of murder on their souls. The Mosaic law of "an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth, and a life for a life" will be impressively illustrated to day, when the condemned criminals, Perry Melton and his son William, will be compelled to walk to their death for the murder of John W. Cherry, on the 15th of April 1884. Their unhappy fate should serve as a terrible warning to would be law-breakers and permanently impress their minds with the truth of the adage that "the way of the transgressor is hard." The majority of our readers are no doubt familiar with all the particulars of the crime for which the two Meltons are required to suffer the extreme penalty of the law. As above stated the crime was committed on the 15th of April 1884. The Meltons fled to Texas, and in July last Sheriff Pleasant, learning of their whereabouts, visited Texas, arrested, and brought them back to this parish for trial. They were convicted at the Nov. term of our Dist. Court and sentenced to be hanged. The Governor ordered their execution to take place on the 10th of April, but, on the 8th of April, a respite was granted in order to permit an investigation of a petition for commutation of sentence to life imprisonment. The Board of pardons refused to recommend a commutation of sentence and the Governor ordered the execution to take place today. PERRY MELTON was born in Trigg [sic - Twiggs] Co., Ga., on the 7th Sept. 1825. His father moved to Crawford county and from thence to Bibb county Ala. In Feby. 1847 Mr. Melton was married, in Bibb county, to Miss Olave Muse. His condemed [sic] William is his eldest child and there are three other children issue of this marriage. In 1854 Mr. M. moved to Union parish. His wife died in 1863 and in 1865 he was again married to a widow Alphin. Nine children are yet living born of this marriage. WILLIAM MELTON was born in Bibb county Ala. On the 11th April 1848, and is therefore 37 years of age. He has no family. Through the courtesy of Mr. Wm.Turnage we were yesterday permitted to inspect the gallows and also to converse with the condemned men. They appeared to be resigned to their fate, and emphatically affirmed the truthfulness of the statement made and published in the ADVOCATE in April last. LATER, (Friday evening.) Today at 12:30 P. M. sheriff Pleasant, accompanied by fifteen witnesses repaired to the parish jail for the purpose of executing the death sentence upon Perry and William Melton - father and son - for the murder of John W. Cherry. Being interviewed before they were taken from the dungeon, they said: "While we do not think the execution upon us is just we are perpared [sic] to meet our death with christian [sic] hope and are perfectly reconciled to our fate, yet life would be much preferable. We do not think we have been dealt with properly by the courts, but we submit with perfect willingness and feel resigned to anything which the Lord permits sent upon us." What are your feelings toward the jury who sat upon your case? "We do not care to express our feelings toward the jury and the parties who appeared against us in our trial, but we can say that we are clear of all malice. The statements which we have previously made and had published in regard to the facts in our case are correct. It is now a late hour for us to talk and we prefer to say nothing further." They then asked that they be left in private for five minutes that they might engage in secret prayer. At one o'clock P. M. the doomed men were brought from the dungeon into the enclosed hall of the jail where they were to be executed and the death warrant was read to them. Being asked if they had any statements to make, both replied "none." Without assistance they both coolly and with great self-possession stepped upon the platform - an elevation of about 18 inches above the second floor of the jail. The ropes and caps were then adjusted and they asked the sheriff to grant them one half hour, which he did, and during this time they remained upon the platform in perfect composure, in a kneeling position, constantly asking: "how much time have we now." Near the close of their allotted half hour they requested that the sheriff notify them by some signal of the moment they would drop, which he consented to do by counting to the number three at which time they would drop. At 1:40 P. M., exactly, the number three was counted, and the unfortunate men fell with a drop of seven and one half feet from their kneeling positions. Perry Melton's neck was instantly broken and his pulse ceased to beat in three minutes. At 2:06 o'clock the pulse of Wm. Melton ceased to beat and both men were pronounced dead by Drs. C. H. Jameson and W. W. Barnes. The father was cut down at 2:10 and the son 2:12 P. M. they having hung respectively 30 and 32 minutes; the son having hung 26 minutes before he was pronounced dead. During the whole time both men remained in perfect composure and met the monster Death with the greatest courage; their nerves remaining perfectly steady up to the moment the trap was thrown. +++ THE CROSS OF CHRIST The cross of Christ opens up the way for the most glorious display of God's power. Christ crucified or the preaching of the cross, the apostle terms the power of God. It is a matchless manifestation, the very concentration of Almighty power. The splitting of rocks; the removal of mountains from their base; the shaking of the earth to its center; the speaking of worlds - invested with laws for their regulation - into existence, and the destruction of others are not such displays of Divine power as the cross of Christ. To create a world requires much more stupendous potency. It was far easier to produce man than to redeem him; to form man a loving, obedient creature than to render rebellious man such; to create man holy, than to free him from guilt and pollution; to make man a child of God and an heir of heaven, than to cause man = a child of the devil and an heir of hell - to become a child of God and an heir of heaven. "Let", said Jehovah, "light be, and light was". He spake, and worlds sprang into being; He commanded, and they stood fast. But when he wished to ransom fallen man he had to put aside his glory; stoop from heaven to earth; assume and unite humanity with divinity; live the law among those who were willfully violating it, and present himself an offering for sin by agonizing in the garden and laying down his own soul. To give existence to worlds he only had to exert his energetic word; but to give life to a perishing world he had to withdraw the symbols, or outward expressions of his majesty and glory, to take upon himself all the attributes of man and the condition of a servant and be obedient unto death; even the death of the cross. W. C. C. [Dr. William Cleaton Carr] to be continued. +++ [From the Minden Democrat - Tribune:] Mr. Jesse Canfield arrived in town last night from Farmerville, where he has lately been engaged as publisher of the HOME ADVOCATE. He will return after the holiday festivities. +++ IN MEMORIAM. At the residence of her brother-in-law (Mr. W. E. Smith) Memphis, Tenn., Mrs. Fannie E. Goldsby, wife of O. P. Smith , of Ouachita city La., departed this life on 22d. ult. [May 22], surrounded by her daughter (Olive) mother, sister and brother. The subject of this sketch was born near Marion, in this parish, Oct. 21, 1847, being 37 years and 1 day old at her death [sic - should include 8 months also]. She was reared and educated within our midst, and grew up a beautiful, lovely woman of splendid literary attainments. Many of her schoolmates well remember the period she attended the Farmerville Female Institute while in her teens, and the rapid progress she made in her studies. Endowed with a brilliant mind, she grasped everything within her reach with an avidity that only characterizes an ambitious person of strong intellectual powers, winning for herself the highest en comiunis [sic] of her teachers and the admiration and love of schoolmates. After attaining womanhood, she was married to O. P. Smith, of Ouachita City, La. in 1869, and assumed the duties and cares of a happy family. "Hope's daintiest artist had frescoed a future of golden beauties and love almost divine in its purity" for them. With every moment sparkling with joy, and every hope gemmed with a happy realization, they launched forth upon the broad sea of married life, with every ripple full of melody, happiness and promise. As a wife she was true and devoted; as a mother tender and affectionate; as a friend generous and kindhearted. Fifteen short years blessed them with three bright, beautiful little girls, (Olive, May and Birdie.) the pride and hope of loving parents, which gave life new ties and home new attractions. She joined the M. E. Church of Ouachita City several years ago and since that time lived a consecrated christian [sic] life and manifested great interest in the advancement of Christ's cause. She bore her long suffering with christian [sic] patience and fortitude and expressed a perfect willingness to die. Her desire to live was to rear up her little children "in the nurture and admonition of the Lord," to see them grow up to be useful women, pillars of the church and ornaments to society. But these happy anticipations were cut short by that most dreadful of diseases - consumption, from which she had been an invalid for a year or more, and with that hope so characteristic of the disease, felt that a change of climate and seenery [sic] would be beneficial, and accompanied by her sister and daughters left Ouachita City for Memphis. After her arrival, she seemed for a time to improve, but alas! That improvement was only temporary and short lived, and on the fatal night of 22nd ult. about 9 o'clock, sustained by the christian [sic] faith and illuminated by that hope that modern philosophy had never dimmed, she gently passed away. It was the good pleasure of the writer to know her from his early boyhood and to be the recipient of many kind evidence of her pure friendship. He can never forget the sweet memory of one who, but a few short months age, while confined to his sick-bed, assembled her little family around the family alter and lifted her weak, dying voice in invocations to God for his recovery. To the bereaved husband, children, aged mother, sisters, and brother, we tender our sincere sympathy and mingle our tears and grief with theirs. We commend her spirit "to God who gave" and who in His wisdom and goodness has seen fit to take away. The dear children we commit to the loving kindness and tender care of Him who said: "Suffer the little children to come unto me, for of such is the kingdom of Heaven." J. M. S. Farmerville, June 8, 1885. page 3 +++ Col. O. C. Dawkings [sic - Dawkins] of Marion cheered us by a brief call on Saturday last. +++ We congratulate Mr. G. Hartman and wife upon the recent addition to their family circle, and we hope the future of their little boy will be filled with happiness and prosperity. +++ A child of Mr. J. K. Atkinson has been quite sick with fever, but, we are gratified to report the little sufferer now in a fair way of recovery. +++ The greatest labor-saving invention of the day - The Davis Quilter works on all Sewing Machines. +++ Through the courtesy of Mr. Jas. M. Smith, the ADVOCATE family has been treated to samples of excellent apples, and cider fresh from the press. - Thanks. +++ FOR ENGINES, Cotton Gins and machinery of all kinds; also for Wagons and Buggies, address O. P. Smith, Ouachita City, La. +++ It is thought the Farmerville Loafers Society will call a special meeting soon for the purpose of initiating new members. +++ We were pleased to meet our friend O. P. Smith, of Ouachita City on our streets, last Saturday. +++ We regret to report that the condition of Mr. Donley's little son is extremely precarious. He has been sick for nearly six weeks, and his death has been hourly expected for several days. +++ Business is off on a summer vacation. Our business men seek shelter from heat in shaded retreats and anathematize the flies for amusement. +++ Capt. D. M. Ramsey informs us that the D'Arbonne is still falling and that steam boat navigation is probably closed for the season. +++ Capt. J. M. Rabun has not as yet recovered from his recent attack but his many friends will be gratified to learn of his favorable condition, and confident expectation of speedy convalescence. +++ The celebrated Davis Quilting Frame may be seen in operation on Donneley's Hotel gallery. Ladies and the public generally invited to examine its working. +++ We learn that the Farmerville Base-ball Club, has received and accepted a challenge from the Bastrop club for a match game to be played at this place on the 30th inst. +++ The ADVOCATE acknowledges a call from Mr. C. L. Fike a member of the firm of L. G. Balle & Co., Monroe, La. Mr. Fike comes among us for the purpose of introducing the "Davis Patent Quilting Frame." This is a new and valuable invention designed to be used as an attachment to Sewing Machines. We believe it will save much time and trouble. +++ The ADVOCATE office received a pleasant visit on Monday last from that affable gentleman and skilled physician, Dr. R. Roberts, of Shiloh. We were truly glad to meet with him again, as more than seven years have elapsed since we last had that pleasure. We tender him thanks for interest evinced in behalf of the ADVOCATE and his efforts toward extending its circulation. +++ A little deaf and dumb boy, son of Mr. A. J. Mashaw, of Shiloh, has been under the treatment of Dr. W. C. Carr and his hearing is very much improved. We have heard of several remarkable cures effected by Dr. C. the particulars of which we will soon furnish our readers. There is certainly something wonderful about this Swedish Movement cure. +++ Mr. Jno. Buckley, of this parish, has a fish-pond which he stocked with about a hundred German carp, in the early spring. Eld. J. P. Everett informs us that on Monday last he visited this pond in company with Mr. Buckley, and observed that the fish respond quite readily to the call of their owner, and received food from his hand. We are glad to note this evidence of interest in fish culture in our parish. +++ Mr. Jno. M. Lee, Jr., assessor, has worked indefatigably in the discharge of duty and has about completed the listing of property subject to taxation in the parish. The lists are on file in the Assessor's office, and will be open to inspection and correction till July 10th, after which the assessment will be final, and no change can be made except by the Board of Revisors. +++ We were glad to meet with Eld. J. P. Everett, on Monday last. He has recently traveled through portions of Lincoln and Bienville parishes, and reports that the crop prospect is exceedingly flattering. +++ A farmer near Coulee Croche has put up a scare-crow in his orchard that is said to be so lifelike in its appearance that his neighbors often address it and depart in a rage at not receiving a reply. They must have curious looking people in that section. +++ The editor of the ADVOCATE has not had much practice in manipulating type, but on account of the absence of his publisher and principal typo, who is visiting relatives in Minden, he has had to take his stand at the "case" this week. The patrons of the paper can confidently rely upon the regularity of its publication; filled with the latest and most important news and choicest selections of reading matter. Now is the time to subscribe. +++ Attention is directed to the advertisement of K. M. Davis, of Shiloh, La. Mr. Davis is an experienced engineer and machinist, and is prepared to furnish the public with first-class machinery, from reliable firms, at the lowest possible prices. All articles sold and all work done by Mr. Davis will be under a full guarantee. We heartily commend him to those desiring goods of this description. +++ The crops of both corn and cotton are in fine condition with a few exceptions, and the prospects are flattering. Fine rains have fallen in portions of this parish during the past week; other portions have been less favored and are in need of rain. The oat crop is being harvested and the yield is said to be good. This is a great relief to farmers whose corn crops were light last year. Vegetables and fruit of different varieties are abundant. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= June 26 1885 Issue missing ================================================================================= ================================================================================= ================================================================================= JULY 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= ================================================================================= ================================================================================= 3 July 1885 Issue missing ================================================================================= ================================================================================= 10 July 1885 No issue was printed on this date due to a problem getting paper to Farmerville from Choudrant via the stage line. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 17 July 1885 page 2 +++ "COME AGAIN." The Gazette, last issue, pretends not to know the cause of the HOME ADVOCATE failing to appear last week, when it was known throughout the town, that it was due to our misfortune in not getting our stock of paper brought up from Choudrant in due time. The Gazette also intimates that it had become "too warm" for us - we presume because it had, last week, made an unprovoked assault upon our veracity and published a paragraph utterly devoid of truth - and invites us, when practicable, to "come again." Yes, we will "come again," and we believe that we have perfected arrangements that will enable us to "come" regularly each week for an indefinite period of time. The HOME ADVOCATE is here to stay, although the magnate of the Gazette attempted to throttle it even while in an embryo state, by publishing an argument in an endeavor to show that Union parish was not able to support two newspapers, and attempting to create an impression that the Gazette had given the coup de grace to the Union Record, the Baptist Messenger and the North La. Appeal, and that a similar fate awaited any other paper that should dare enter the arena of journalism within the limits of this parish. But the "scare words" of the vaunting Gazette man did not have the hoped-for effect. Instead of exciting prejudice against our efforts to establish a competing newspaper, they caused the citizens of the parish, who had tired of the newspaper monopoly which had been fastened upon them, to determine that they would sustain our contemplated enterprise. Yes, the HOME ADVOCATE will "come again." It has "come again" and will continue to come, even though its coming may wholly upset the pleasing anticipations of the monopoly advantages indulged by the Gazette. +++ THE POLL TAX OF UNION PARISH Mr. J. M. Lee, Jr. - assessor has kindly furnished us the following list, showing the number of persons assessed for poll tax in each ward of the parish: Ward 1, Precinct Farmerville: 217 white, 155 colored, total: 372 Ward 2, Precinct Colesons: 99 white, 18 colored, total: 117 Ward 3, Precinct Ouachita City: 106 white, 99 colored, total: 205 Ward 4, Precinct Marion, 200 white, 118 colored, total: 318 Ward 5, Precinct "Possum Walk", 154 white, 125 colored, total: 279 Ward 6, Precinct Grange Hall, 84 white, 25 colored, total: 109 Ward 7, Precinct Spearsville, 215 white, 119 colored, total: 334 Ward 8, Precinct Shiloh, 311 white, 113 colored, total: 424 Ward 9, Precinct Ebenezer, 81 white, 58 colored, total: 139 Ward 10, Precinct Ararat, 260 white, 87 colored, total: 347 Total white: 1727 Total colored: 917 Grant total: 2644 Farmerville has 100 - 72 whites, 28 colored. page 3 LOCALS +++ We much regret that circumstances prevented the publication of the ADVOCATE last week. The failure was our misfortune, and no loss whatever will result therefrom to the patrons of the paper. +++ We have been visited with a superabundance of rain. +++ Mrs. Donley and Mrs. M. M. Mayo, have our thanks for delicious peaches. +++ We learn that a game of Base Ball will be played at this place on the 22d inst., between the Farmerville and Monroe Clubs. +++ A regular jury term of our District Court will convene here on Monday next. +++ Mr. T. H. McFadin, of Oakland, and D. K. McLaurin, Esq. Of Shiloh have our thanks for additional lists of new subscribers, forwarded since our last issue. +++ Mr. H. C. Tolson, residing in the vicinity of town, is prepared to make, rebottom, or otherwise repair chairs. He does work in a neat and substantial manner. +++ Thanks to our neighbor M. Guehring for a present of delicious grapes - of the Concord variety. +++ Mr. T. J. Grafton brought another load of fine watermelons to town on Wednesday. His melons are of a choice variety and always find ready sale. +++ Mr. David Arent favored us on Wednesday with a basket of tomatoes - from his garden - of large size and excellent flavor. +++ Tis pleasant to have the oppression and fatigue of never ending work ameliorated by the kindness of thoughtful friends. Such was our soliloquy Wednesday afternoon when the attaches of the ADVOCATE office received a treat of iced lemonade with: "The compliments of Delmonico, J. Arent, Manager." Many thanks, Julius. +++ A pleasant gathering of young people at the residence of Mr. M. Guehring, on Friday night, seems to have been much enjoyed by the participants. PERSONALS +++ Our young townsman, Cadets J. G. Lee and C. M. Cooper, reached home on Tuesday last, from Baton Rouge, where they have been attending the State University. +++ Mr. Wm. Crow, from the vicinity of Marion, visited us on Tuesday and had his name enrolled as a subscriber to the HOME ADVOCATE. He speaks in enthusiastic terms of the bright crop prospects and good health in that section of our parish. +++ We acknowledge a pleasant call on Thursday last from a greatly esteemed young friend in the person of Cadet J. G. Lee, who has recently returned home from the State University at Baton Rouge, to spend his vacation among relatives and other friends of our town. We were glad to meet with him and trust that he will make frequent visits to the ADVOCATE during his stay. +++ We acknowledge a pleasant visit on Tuesday last, from Mr. R. H. Odom, formerly of this place but now a resident attorney of Lake Charles, La., who is now here on a visit of pleasure and professional business. We enjoyed his visit very much as the topics of our conversation recalled to mind many pleasing incidents connected with our residence in that section of the State. We are glad to learn from Mr. Odom that he is well pleased with his new home; indeed he could hardly be otherwise, as Lake Charles is a beautiful place, and the good people residing there are proverbial for good behavior and hospitality. +++ Mr. L. E. Thomas, son of our esteemed parishioner, B. B. Thomas, Esq., has recently returned from Howard College, Marion, Ala. We tender him greeting, and publish with pleasure the following commendatory certificate from the pen of Col. T. J. Murfee, President of Howard College. "Cadet L. E. Thomas, graduated with high honor in his class and commanded the confidence, esteem and admiration of the citizens and faculty. He is a young man of splendid intellect, thoroughly trained in that celebrated College; and his social and moral qualities are of the highest order. Our country and state may well be proud of him." +++ [From the] Farmerville Gazette: Our principle paid Mr. Lewis one dollar for his paper for six months. [Lewis' response:] Without, at this time, characterizing the above statement as it deserves, we will simply state in reply that Mr. Trimble has never paid us one dollar, or any other amount for subscription to our paper, or for any other purpose, since we returned to Farmerville. We have had no business dealings with him whatever except to purchase a roller and a half ream of paper from him, and pay him price of same in cash. +++ Capt. James Edmonds called at the ADVOCATE office on Saturday and presented us with the finest sized musk-melon we have seen this season. He rightly suspected that we were fond of melons. +++ Our esteemed confrere of the Natchitoches Review justly complains that we did not, as in duty bound, give him credit for a paragraph copied from his paper. We admit that the last paragraph of our editorial "Fulsome Adulation" should have been credited to the Review. We tender what we trust will be received as an amende honorable for this failure on our part, and will try to be more careful in future. +++ The editor of the Farmerville Gazette, referring to an article headed "W. R. Rutland" published in the last issue of the HOME ADVOCATE, says he doubts the truthfulness of our statement - that said article was clipped from the editorial columns of the Colfax Chronicle - and "wants other evidences of the fact." We are not in the habit of publishing, knowingly, what is untrue, and the editor of the Gazette has no right to charge us with so doing. We care but little whether Mr. Trimble believes it or not. We do not expect him to believe anything that contravenes his exalted (?) ideas. This question is one susceptible of easy proof, and it certainly would have been more in keeping with ordinary courtesy for this paragraphist to have tested its veracity, before accusing us with falsehood. We, however, here reiterate that said article was clipped from the editorial columns of the Chronicle. We had three copies of the Chronicle containing this vindication of Judge Rutland's record in Grant parish - one received as an exchange and two others sent to us from other sections of the state. We are prepared to substantiate our entire statement, even though this high-toned editor may "doubt the truthfulness of our assertions." The article was received and published in the HOME ADVOCATE as a business transaction; but we could, with all propriety, have republished it in any form -not as an advertisement, but in vindication of our paragraph favorable to Judge Rutland, published in this paper on May 1st, which was so ruthlessly attacked by the editor of the Gazette. +++ Our merchants and other business men would do well to note the fact that the HOME ADVOCATE is rapidly becoming a very desirable medium for advertising. Its subscription list is steadily increasing and we feel justified in saying that it is now perused weekly by not less than fifteen hundred persons, although, of course, we do not claim to have that many subscribers. We propose to publish, next week and the week after, a considerable number of extra copies of our paper for gratuitous distribution - during our coming term of the District Court - among those who are not now subscribers; and we agree to publish three line advertisements in our local columns for twenty five cents, each insertion, each additional line eight cents, each insertion. This offer is only for the next two weeks. Don't fail to take advantage of it. +++ We are pleased to learn that the ladies of Farmerville, ever foremost in promoting righteous deeds, are arranging for a supper and other entertainments to be given during court term, for the purpose of raising funds to complete the Methodist church. Misses M. E. Betterton, Lizzie Guehring, and Jessie Thompson constituted themselves a canvassing committee and, last week, visited other ladies and solicited their assistance in this laudable work. A meeting was held last Monday in furtherance of the proposed plan and next Thursday night was selected as the time and the Methodist church as the place for holding the entertainment. Admission, 25 cents. +++ For engines, cotton gins and machinery of all kinds, also for Wagons and Buggies, address O. P. Smith, Ouachita City, La. +++ The HOME ADVOCATE tenders thanks to Messrs. Joseph Abbott and J. B. Ivey for names of new subscribers, forwarded this week. +++ The members of the Farmerville Base Ball club visited Bastrop last Wednesday and played a second game with the Bastrop club. The result was another victory for the Farmerville nine. Score: Farmerville 34; Bastrop 29. +++ With sadness we chronicle the sudden death of a little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Bruton, which occurred on Friday the 3d inst., after an illness of only about eighteen hours. +++ For the Home Advocate: THE CROSS OF CHRIST, No. 5. The Cross of Christ sets forth God's mercy in the most amiable from [sic - probably should be 'form'], Christ crucified prepares the way for the exercise of mercy not towards afflicted but guilty creatures. The death of our Lord it is true furnishes means for the support, relief and deliverance of creatures in distress, but its main intention is to provide for the pardon of rebels and the salvation of those who deserve to perish. Then this is accomplished not at the expense of Justice or by making void the law but so as to satisfy the demands of the one and claims of the other. A Soveriegn [sic], when he forgives a criminal, does so without compensating either; at a sacrafice [sic] of the principles of both - he shows mercy. Not so here: Such is the respect paid to the requirements of Justice and Law by the Lord of Glory dying, that God can - without infringing on the rights of either - extend mercy to the worst offenders. "He can be Just and the Justifier of the sinner who believeth in Jesus." W. C. C. [Part 5 of the continuing series of religious articles written by Union Parish pioneer and first sheriff, Dr. William Cleaton Carr.] +++ COMMUNITCATED Mr. Editor: - I was fortunate enough to be invited to attend the Sabbath school celebration at New Hope church, held in commemoration of our national holiday and, perhaps, a brief statement of the proceedings will be of some interest to the many readers of the HOME ADVOCATE: Early in the morning of the "Glorious Fourth" I started in company with Mr. T. J. Cole and family for the place selected. New Hope church is in Lincoln parish, between Downsville and Vienna. The location is a beautiful one, with a large, shady grove and a fine spring of water near by. Mr. John White, Superintendent of the Sabbath school, and the pupils opened these exercises about 10 o'clock with singing. Then came the reading of essays, by Misses Alice Hammons and Lillie Maxwell, which they did with much credit to themselves. Mr. Thomas Ford followed with a brief but appropriate address, after which there was a short intermission. When the audience again convened, Superintendent White announced that Col. Allen Barksdale, who had been chosen as speaker of the day, was sick and unable to attend, but that he had invited another gentleman to address the meeting. Mr. White then introduced Mr. James Ford, an aged gentleman from Webster parish, who spoke with much feeling of the love of God and the great importance of the early training of children by parents. He urged mothers to not let the opportunity pass as it made lasting impressions upon the youthful mind which would be thought of in after years with pleasure. He concluded by thanking his hearers for their kind attention. Mr. White then requested all to go out to the grove except the officers and pupils of the Sabbath school, who, after forming a procession, marched out and around the table with was bountifully supplied with a variety of choice edibles. A general invitation was then extended and about five or six hundred people gathered around the table and enjoyed the refreshments to their satisfaction; leaving sufficient for as many more. Hurrah! For the liberality of the people of New Hope. After dinner all were invited into the church and entertained for some time by Mrs. Sallie Pipes, organist, and the members of the Sabbath school singing several beautiful pieces and winding up with the familiar old piece, "Sweet by and by." After leaving the church the writer became the guest of Mr. W. J. Smith and family, and, through their hospitality, was pleasantly entertained until Sunday morning. There being more good things in store for us we betook ourselves to Culbertson's church, where a large congregation had assembled for divine worship, and found to our satisfaction that they had plenty of refreshments on the ground for dinner. Rev. D. L. Hicks preached two sermons during the day - one in the morning and the other in the afternoon - neither of which were very long; but instructive and I hope will prove beneficial. When the hour for dinner arrived, the writer, through the special courtesy of Mr. Richard Gill, fared sumpteuly [sic] and ate to his appetite's content, knowing that it would be long before the next July dinner would be at hand. At night, we are again at home, much refreshed and improved by our recreation. Long may the people of the above mentioned neighborhoods live to enjoy similar celebrations, is the wish of the writer. John T. Covington. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 24 July 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 2 +++ The editor of the Gazette devotes considerable space in his last issue to expletives, slurs and innuendoes hurled, in bitterness, at the editor of this paper. He goes back twenty years in a vain effort to rake up something connected with our record as an official of this parish, calculated to traduce our character and impair our standing. We can attribute this base attack to no other cause than feelings of jealousy against us for presuming to compete with him in the newspaper business. If these slurs and ill-natured effusions emanated from any other source we might feel that an extended reply was necessary to our vindication; but we have no fears than any utterances of J. E. Trimble, either written or oral, can impair, or in any manner affect our reputation with the people among whom we were reared and who have, on several occasions, honored us with their confidence. It is true we might retaliate by overhauling Mr. Trimble's record for the past twenty years, but we deem it wholly unnecessary, as his history is no doubt well known to every intelligent citizen of the parish. We are not here for the purpose of engaging in controversys [sic] which will not only fail to be of interest to our readers, but which may be productive of heart-burnings and ill-feelings. We are not here for the purpose of stultifying our self or degrading our paper by indulging in personalities, vilifications and other matters degrading to true manhood. We are here for the purpose of furnishing the public with "the best newspaper ever before published in this parish" and we are proud to say that our course thus far has been endorsed by a large number of the intelligent men and women of our parish. We will, therefore, not contaminate the columns of our paper by engaging in a wrangle with this redoubtable editor, and will let his contemptible efforts to malign our character pass without further notice; secure in feeling that they are powerless to harm us with all high-toned, reasonable people - the only class whose encomiums we seek or whose approval we desire. +++ COL. O. C. DAWKINS We find the subjoined special dispatch published in the Times - Democrat of the 10th inst: "WASHINGTON, July 9. - Messrs. Gibson, King, Gay, Blanchard, and Irion united to-day in recommending the following Louisianians [sic] for consulships: F. M. Cordell of Franklin parish, to be consul at Aspin wall; O. C. Dawkin, of Union parish, at Calais or Rouen." [This is Editor Lewis speaking again:] We trust that the recommendation of our talented parishioner, Col. O. C. Dawkins, will be favorably made. It would be not only be [sic] a well deserved recognition of this gentleman's ability and integrity, but a just reward for his fidelity to and advocacy of genuine Democracy. Mr. Dawkins is well and favorably known to our people. He was educated at the State University of Tenn., and in recent years, has taken an active part in advancing all that appertains to the best interests of this section of the State. During the years 1882 - 1884 he held important official positions in our parish, and, so far as our information extends, discharged the duties of same in a manner satisfactory to the public and creditably to himself. He has been a life-long Democrat, and in 1883 was a delegate from this parish to the Democratic State Convention. While the above noted recommendation was made without the solicitation of Mr. Dawkins, we think that his appointment would meet the approbation of our people, and therefore trust it will be made. +++ [From the] Gibsland New Era: The Farmerville Gazette doubts the truth of the assertion of the ADVOCATE that the clipping which appeared in the columns as a Colfax Chronicle editorial, relative to Judge Rutland. If the Gazette exchanges with the Chronicle, its editor certainly ought to known that it was an editorial of that paper. We know that it was, for we read it in the Chronicle, and we are further informed that the School Board of Grant parish has recently employed Judge Rutland as attorney to examine the school fund records at Baton Rouge and secure the payment of funds supposed to be due that parish on the sale of School sections. If he had embezzled the school funds of the parish, as charged by the Gazette, the board would not certainly now employ him in this capacity. The fact is our neighbors of Grant parish do not endorse a single charge of the Gazette. +++ DISTRICT COURT. The monotony of dull times has been measurably relieved this week by a regular jury term of our District court, which convened on Monday last. Many citizens from distant sections, whose visits to our town are of rare occurrence, are in attendance, some as jurors others as witnesses and still others whose names are enrolled on the court docket as plaintiffs or defendants. His honor, Judge Young, and District Attorney McClendon were promptly on hand, and, at an early hour Monday morning parties interested in court matters began to gather in the vicinity of the court house to await the call of the sheriff. Court was opened at 10:30 a. m., and Mr. J. A. Peek was appointed foreman of the grand jury. The following named persons were then selected to complete the panel: Elias Taylor, Jr. J. J. Slade, J. W. Edwards, G. W. Nelson, J. L. A. Robinson, A. J. Cole, Oscar Bird, W. R. Turnage, Martin Keener, J. H. Shackleford, D. W. Holloway, R. H. Reed, R. W. Goyne, S. H. Brazzeal and J. A. Love. The very able charge of the Judge, delivered in an impressive manner and a clear tone of voice, was listened to with eager attention. We note the following named visiting attorneys in attendance: Col. T. O. Benton, Monroe; Messrs J. B. Holstead and W. A. Vanhook from Ruston; Messrs J. W. Holbert, J. E. Hulse and District Attorney E. H. McClendon from Homer, and R. H. Odom from Lake Charles. +++ [From the] Colfax Chronicle. JUDGE W. R. RUTLAND The editor of the Farmerville Gazette, with a bitterness that only could be born of personal animus, continues to revile the gentleman above named, and, in spite of our assurance that his charge that Judge Rutland was indicted in Grant parish for embezzling school funds is not true, he reiterates it in an article headed "Whiter than Snow," and at the same time intimates that our defense of that gentleman is an attempt at "whitewashing." Now, we have no desire to engage in a "tiff" between beligerant [sic] parties, but can not stand silent while vilence [sic] is being done to our language in order to bolster up a false charge, or where our public records are unfairly and incorectly [sic] stated. We are charitable enough to take it for granted that the editor of Gazette has been imposed upon by a misstatement of the facts, and that he is honest, although badly mistaken, in his zeal to tree a supposed crime. We again assure Bro. Trimble that First - the CHRONICLE desires to do an act of simple justice to an individual, a comparatives stranger to its editor, by refuting an unjust and untrue charge, said to be sustained against him by the records of Grant parish. Second - Judge W. R. Rutland was not indicted in this parish in 1877 for embezzling school funds; no claim was ever made on him for such funds, and he never paid a cent of money to the school board, or to any body else for the purpose of having a nolle prosequi entered to such criminal charge against him. Third - In the same paragraph in the Chronicle of June 3, 1882, in which we state that Judge Rutland "was a Republican," we say that he "sympathized with the whites, and made a visit to New Orleans in their behalf. After the riot he abandoned the Republican party and became a Democrat." Consequently there is nothing inconsistent in saying in our issue of June 20, 1885, that in politics he was "conservative." page 3 LOCALS +++ We tender thanks to Mrs. Joseph Abbott, for a generous present of cabbage and apples. +++ This locality was visited with a ___shing [washing ?] shower of rain on Tuesday morning, followed by another Wednesday morning. +++ Work is progressing rapidly on the addition to Messrs J. Marx & Bro. storehouse. When completed [?] will add much to the appearance [of] our town. +++ [?] basket of vegetables of the [?] __ag" variety, sent by our ___ ghtful lady friend, Mrs. F. [Selig], is ample proof that she has [an] excellent garden. Such kindness is much appreciated. +++ [In] order to insure the filling of all orders for extra copies of the ADVOCATE we will say that all such orders should be handed in on Monday, as we print half of our paper on Tuesday morning. Our rapidly increasing circulation and rising demand for extra copies of the ADVOCATE prompts us to [? - make] this notice to our friends. +++ [It] is our sad duty to chronicle [the] death of Mr. F. D. McFarland, [whic]h occurred at the residence of [his] father, Malcomb McFarland, [in] this parish on Thursday of last [wee]k, aged 22 years. +++ [W]e have met and convened [? - with] persons during the week [from] different sections of the [pari]sh and very near all of them [are] of the opinion that the "homi___" prospect in [sic] now better that we [have]had for years. There has [? - been] too much rain in some sec[tions] for cotton which commenced [?] rank and rapid growth, but a [? - few] days of clear weather and [?]ht sunshine will bring this crop [? - back t]o former expectations. PERSONAL +++ Mr. J. J. Auld brought us a present of luscious apples on Tuesday last, for which we tender him thanks. +++ Capt. J. M. Rabun has recovered sufficiently from protracted illness to be again on the street. +++ Mr. W. J. Turnage returned a few days ago from his trip to Hot Springs, Arks., seemingly much improved in health. +++ Dr. O. H. Thompson of Marion, this parish, honored the ADVOCATE with a pleasant visit on Wednesday. We were glad to meet him, and form his acquaintance. +++ Col. O. C. Dawkings [sic], of Marion, called on the ADVOCATE last Saturday and handed in the names of several new subscribers. Thanks. +++ [From the] Shreveport Times, 12th. The youngest clerk of a district court in Louisiana, J. M. Smith, of Union parish, is a delegate to the Baptist Convention. He is a type of true manhood. +++ Our young brined, J. A. B. Rabun had moved his grocery business to his new building opposite Messrs J. Marx & Bro, where he will be at all times pleased to meet and serve his customers. +++ Mr. Jesse H. Canfield who had been an employee in the ADVOCATE office since the 1st of March, left on Wednesday of last week for his home in Minden, La. Mr. Canfield made many friends in our town during his brief stay, who join with us in regretting the precarious condition of his health which rendered this change of locality and business necessary. He is a good printer and has our best wishes. +++ Through the kindness of Mrs. H. L. Scott, - one of Union parishs' [sic] most hospitable ladies - we have been favored with a present of the largest cabbage we have ever seen. Many thanks. +++ It was not our pleasurable privilege to attend the grand barbecue at Mineral Springs on Saturday last, but many of our friends were there, and we are pleased to learn that it was an enjoyable occasion. Several hundred persons were present who, for the time, turned aside from the cares of life and united in making it a social entertainment long to be remembered with pleasure. +++ Prof. R. B. Dawkins has closed the Spring term of Farmerville High School, and has taken a three months school near Oakland in this parish. We trust that immediate steps will be taken to again procure his services at this place as soon as his present engagement expires. Mr. Dawkins is an affable gentleman and one well qualified as a teacher. He deserves success. The gold medal offered at the late term at this place for excellence in spelling was awarded to Miss Alice Honeycutt; the medal for arithmetic was awarded to Master Ruffin Pleasant. +++ The trial of criminal cases has mainly occupied the attention of the court thus far, and business on the civil docket may not be reached before the last of next week. We will publish an abstract of court proceedings in our next issue. +++ We are again placed under obligations to Mr. D. K. McLaruin, of Shiloh, and Mr. T. McFadin, of Oakland; also to our townsman, Capt. D. M. Ramsey, for additions to the ADVOCATE'S subscription list this week. We greatly appreciate the successful efforts of our friends to extend the circulation of the paper, and we are proud that our endeavour [sic] to furnish the public with a first-class home newspaper, meets with such universal favor. +++ Mr. T. W. Clark, a prominent citizen and enterprising farmer from the vicinity of Oakland, called at the ADVOCATE office on Tuesday and had the names of five additional subscribers enrolled on our subscription book, for which we tender him our hearty thanks. +++ EDUCATIONAL. - The people of Union parish may be, to some extent, apathetic in promoting enterprises of public utility, but we are glad to know they are fully alive to all interests connected with the cause of education. Flourishing schools have been taught during the past season in almost every nook and corner of our parish, and several of our young friends who have recently returned from College are not engaged at teaching. We learn that fifty-eight teachers have been examined this year by the parish Board of Examiners. Of this number, forty-eight have received certificates and ten been rejected. Ten teachers hold first grade certificates, sixteen, second grade; and twenty-two, third grade. The following teachers have recently been granted certificates: Misses Bettie Chisholm, Mitsie Hodge, Catherine Gunby, Fannie Smith, and Messrs Jas. B. Covington, Perry Cooper, Jno. Odom, J. W. Ames, S. R. Pinckney, L. N. Chilipsen, and C. H. Nelson. +++ DIED. At his residence in the town of Farmerville, on Monday, July 20th 1885, Mr. Wm. B. H. Poer, aged 66 years, 2 months and 27 days. Our community was greatly startled and shocked on the afternoon of the 20th inst., by the report that Mr. Poer had suddenly died. That while apparently in good health, he had been stricken down with heart disease. Never was the truth of the sacred lesson more forcibly and indelibly impressed upon the mind, that, "in the midst of life, we are in death." Mr. Poer was born in Montgomery County N.C. on the 19th April 1823. He moved to Union parish in the year 1848 where he has resided since that time. He has ever enjoyed the confidence of our citizens and has several times been called by them to fill positions of honor and trust. The bereaved family and relatives have our heart felt sympathy. [Note: William B. H. Poer was the mayor of Farmerville at the time of his death.] +++ BASE BALL. THE UNION CLUB AGAIN VICTORIOUS. The game of base ball announced last week between the Farmerville and Monroe clubs was played at this place on Wednesday, and resulted in a victory for the Union club. The game was good and for a time quite exciting, but the Union club now feel that they are invincible except against professionals. The Union club played only eight innings to their opponents nine notwithstanding which they were victorious by five points. It is said that some $200, or $300 in cash changed hands; but the only wager, as between the clubs, was one of fifty dollars. The best joke of the season is that the Monroe club wagered and lost their entire uniform, bats and balls. The Union club played under the disadvantage of their pitcher, Mr. Crook, being ill and unable to take part in the game; while the Monroe club, we are informed, was strengthened by the aid of a professional pitcher from Shreveport. Over one thousand persons gathered to witness the contest and at times excitement ran high. At the conclusions of the game a score or more of hats soared aloft and exultant whoops from victorious partisans rent the air. The following is the score by innings. Innings 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Farmerville 3 2 0 3 1 2 4 6 - 21 Monroe 1 0 0 0 7 2 2 3 1 16 A grand ball was held at Stein's Hall at night, in honor of the occasion, at which the Farmerville club were made the happy recipients of a Union flag, presented by Miss Maude Meyer. The donation was received and the compliment responded to in behalf of the club by J. E. Everett, Esq., in a few well-timed remarks. +++ Scientists tell us that there will not be a total eclipse of the sun until 1999. This is a very discouraging state of things, truly; and some persons may be unwilling to wait so long to see the phenomenon; but if we continue to get three meales [sic] a day, and the peach crop does't [sic] fail oftener than once a year, and that in February, we should try to worry along without a total eclipse of the sun. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 31 July 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 2 DISTRICT COURT ITEMS The attention of the court now in session has been almost wholly occupied in the disposition of criminal cases. The Grand Jury presented twenty true bills and was discharged, on Saturday last. The following is a statement of cases disposed of up to the hour of going to press: State vs. Chas. Henry: Assault with intent to kill - Def't pleaded guilty of assault and battery; fined $5 and cost. State vs. R. H. Hanson; assault with dangerous weapon; Verdict: Not guilty. State vs. S. L. Joiner, A & B - Mistrial, and case continued. State vs. Ford Hodge. A & B - Def't pleaded guilty of an assault; fined $5 and cost. State vs. W. Y. Brasier, C. C. W. Def't pleaded guilty; find [sic] $5 and cost. State vs. Amos Carter. Petty Larceny. Verdict: Not guilty. State vs. John Heard. Petty Larceny. Verdict: Not guilty. State vs. J. E. Trimble. Embezzlement - case continued. State vs. Kirkpatrick and Stein - Retailing liquor without license - 6 cases - 4 verdicts of not guilty, one mistrial and one case cont'd. State vs. Jas. M. Farley. Cruelty to animals - case continued. State vs. Joe Tucker: Mistrial. State vs. W. C. Henderson and Calvin Skinner: Murder. The trial of this case is in progress as we go to press. The following named persons compose the Jury. O. P. Smith, W. B. Smith, S. S. Plummer, T. J. Grafton, Henry Evans, S. B. Wallace, W. T. Hollis, J. T. Turnage, Chas. Webb, J. M. Lee, Jr., B. Miller, Martin Guehring. We will publish additional court items in our next issue. +++ The Bastrop Clarion, commenting on the game of Base ball played in that place on the 15th inst., between the Bastrop and Farmerville Clubs, gracefully admits the victory of our boys and alludes to them in the following complimentary words: "Our friends beyond the Ouachita have the horne [sic] on the Bastrop boys. The game was exciting and interesting from the start. Every man did well - did his level best - on either side. The weather was almost insufferably hot, yet the boys stood to their posts, and the visitors wore their honors like "heroes in the strife." Our home boys yielded to the inevitable with becoming modesty and did all in their power to make the visiting club feel at home." page 3 LOCALS. +++ The names of thirty-six new subscribers have been added to the list of the HOME ADVOCATE since the first of last week. We thank our friends for their patronage, and also for their many earnest [ca]rds of cheer and commendation - more to be treasured than [?]. +++ Mr. J. A. Manning's little child [is] still sick but hopes of its ultimate recovery are indulged in by the anxious parents and their sympathetic friends. +++ If your horses need shoes, remember that Mr. E. M. Harris takes a specialty of that business. Shop on Main Street. +++ The many friends of our popular sheriff, B. F. Pleasant, Esq., and his estimable wife, will join with us in celebrating the hapy [sic] parents upon the advent of a baby girl in their charming home circle; born Tuesday morning last. +++ Mr. James King, an old and much respected citizen of our parish, died at the residence of Mr. Malcomb McFarland, on Saturday morning last. +++ We learn by private note from Judge W. R. Roberts, that crops are good in his section, but sickness prevails to some extent. He sends us a marriage notice to "show that marrying, even in this warm weather, is receiving some attention." +++ Mr. G. W. Lowery, an old and prominent citizen from the western portion of our parish, gave the ADVOCATE a pleasant call, yesterday. We tender him thanks for procuring us new subscribers, and also for friendly interest expressed in behalf of the HOME ADVOCATE. PERSONAL. +++ Mr. Marcus W. Rabun seems to know exactly all about properly conducting the Livery Stable business. +++ Mr. T. J. Grafton brought to town, on Saturday, another load of the mammoth watermelons for which he is famous. This was the third load he had brought and sold during the week. +++ Col. T. O. Benton, of Monroe, was here several days looking after the interests of his clients, but returned home on Tuesday. He is an eminent lawyer and his social qualities are of the highest order. +++ Mr. Robt. McCrary from the southern portion of the parish was here attending court as a juror last week. He called on the ADVOCATE and furnished us a list of new subscribers, for which we tender him our thanks. +++ Our friend O. P. Smith, Esq., of Ouachita City, is again representing the interests of Messrs D. G. Tutt & Co. of St. Louis, but has been called to serve his parish this week as a juryman. Would that all juries were composed of just such men. +++ Thanks to Mrs. L. A. Burch for subscriptions to the ADVOCATE for friends residing in another state. +++ Prof. E. M. Corry, Principal of Shiloh Academy, paid us a pleasant visit last Saturday. We learn that Prof. C. is very popular as a gentleman and a teacher, and, from our brief acquaintance with him, we are sure he is deservedly so. Hope he will call whenever convenient. +++ Dr. R. F. Thompson informs us that the flux is prevailing to an alarming extent in the section of the parish between this place and Cherry Ridge. Several children have been attacked and the malady is difficult of control. +++ Dr. W. C. Carr was quite sick the first of the week, but we learn from his attending physician, Dr. Jameson, that he is now convalescent. Dr. Jameson also informs us that Mr. Jordan Smith, who lives on Dr. Carr's place, was attacked with sun stroke on Monday. The case is not considered dangerous. +++ Senator E. T. Sellers's genial countenance beamed in on the ADVOCATE on Tuesday. We were glad to meet with him and also glad to learn from him of the bright crop prospects of our friends in the Southern portion of our parish. +++ Mr. J. Donley, "mine host" of the Farmerville Hotel, has his hands full since the sitting of course, attending to the comfort of his guests; but has, nevertheless, found time to speak up in favor of the HOME ADVOCATE. Mr. D. never does anything by halves and through his influence with his friends, especially those from distant portions of the parish, our subscription list has very considerably lengthened. +++ FRUIT JARS. The ladies of Union parish are informed that I have just received a large lot of Fruit Jars, of a new and superior mark. Call and see them. JACOB STEIN. +++ The supper at the Academy on Thursday night of last week under the auspices of the benevolent ladies of our town, yielded the sum of $35.75 over all expenses. This amount will be applied toward completing the church building. The scarcity of cash prevented a general attendance, which, perhaps will be obviated by another similar entertainment this fall. +++ Call on our town barber, Mr. W. H. Johnson, for a shampoo; and get him to shave you and trim your hair. He is an adept in the business. +++ Our estimable young townsman, J. G. Lee, Esq., recently returned from the State University, is spending a portion of his vacation in the good work of disseminating literature of a refined, entertaining, elevating character in the various sections of our parish. He is the authorized agent for a valuable work entitled: "Happy Hours and The Hearts that make them, or Thrifty People." From a cursory examination of this book we are much pleased with it, and we earnestly advise those of our readers who desire to purchase a really useful book to give, or send their orders to Mr. J. G. Lee. +++ The time for the next contest between the Monroe and Farmerville Clubs has not yet been fixed, but we learn, that the Monroe nine are making all necessary preparation for the coming game. Our contemporary of the Telegraph facetiously says: "It has been proposed that the base ball club equip itself a little better for their next game. It is proposed for instance that the pitcher be supplied with a sling, such as David killed Goliah [sic] with, and the catcher be furnished with a rosin barrel. The shortstop could get in his work a little better if he was armed with a couple of good grabs and sulky pea-vine rakes would be the thing for the fielders. Several pleas have been advanced as to what the basemen most need. Some say they need more square yards of cloth used in the basebags, while others say each one needs a back-stop of a 100 square yards; but a bale of cotton stood on end, flat side to pitcher, would probably fill the bill. Just never you mind, the club wil [sic] get there, may be, then." [Editor Lewis responded:] Now, neighbor Mc., your club is composed of a remarkably fine looking set of young gentlemen; their good looks and agreeable deportment won for them many friends in our town and we there fore protest against further "twittling" them on their defeat. If the Farmerville nine should suffer defeat at the coming contest they can probably "whet up" on Bastrop club again, and try it over. +++ On Saturday last we had the honor to meet with and from the acquaintance of Maj. E. A. Burke, State Treasurer and editor of the N. O. Times - Democrat. He, in company with the State Geologist and other gentlemen, has been traveling for some weeks through the parishes of North Louisiana for the purpose of examining the mineral deposits with which this section is supposed to abound. Maj. B. informs us that there is abundant evidence of iron and coal (or lignite) in all the adjoining hill parishes, but that in none of them are the surface indications so marked and prominent as in the parish of Union. +++ A THEFT UNVEILED. - We learn that a trunk belonging to Mr. H. L. Scott - stolen from his premises in June 1884 - was found on Thursday of last week, submerged in the bayou D'Arbonne near the upper ferry. A Negro named Green Williams who had been in the employ of Mr. Scott was strongly suspected of the theft at the time, but there was not a sufficient evidence against him to warrant his arrest and detention. The trunk, when stolen, contained a considerable sum of money - gold and silver - but when found contained only a few empty bottles, old pictures and other trinkets. Green Williams disappeared from this locality soon after the theft and his present whereabouts is unknown. +++ MARRIED. TEMPLE - BEASLEY - At the residence of the bride's brother, Mr. Joseph Paulk, near Shiloh, La., by Judge W. R. Roberts, on Sunday, July 26, 1885. Mr. F. P. Temple, of Bastrop, to Miss Mattie A. Beasley, of Union paris[h]. +++ TRIBUTE OF RESPECT. Farmerville La., July 20th 1885. At a special meeting of the Board of Aldermen of the town of Farmerville, La., the following resolutions were adopted: WHEREAS it has pleased an all wise Creator to remove from our midst our worthy citizen and faithful servant, W. B. H. Poer, THEREFORE be it resolved: That in the death of our late Mayor, W. B. H. Poer, the town has lost an honest and upright official, and a good citizen; his family, a kind husband and a most affectionate father. RESOLVED: That we deeply sympathize with the family of our deceased companion in this their sad affliction, and this Board and community deeply mourn his loss. BE it further resolved: That these resolution[s] be inscribed on our record and same be published in the HOME ADVOCATE and the Farmerville Gazette, and that a copy of these resolutions be sent to the family of our late Mayor. T. F. Gilbert, Mayor pro. tem. D. Stein, H. Lludwig I. Shuster, Aldermen. +++ The Colfax (Grant parish) Chronicle of 25 inst., republishes the article of the Bienville New Era, in which mention is made of Judge Rutland having been recently employed by the school board of Gran[t] parish to secure the payment of funds supposed to be due that parish, and adds: The information of the New Era is correct. Judge Rutland was employed by the Grant parish school board in full regular meeting assembled two weeks ago - and this, too, since the publication of our editorial in vindication of that gentleman. A more complete refutation of the charges of the Gazette could not be asked by any man. The only way out of the dilemma for the editor of the Gazette is to acknowledge the corn. He has labored under a mistake, and it is nothing but just and right to make the amenda honorable by a candid confession of his error, if he wishes to find out anything more of the case we recommend him to call on our life long friend, Hon. Geo. H. Ellis, who can give him all the particulars. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= AUGUST 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 7 August 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 2 +++ The Shreveport Times referring to the recent game of Base ball between the Monroe and Farmerville clubs, says: The Monroe nine was almost annihilated and lost their uniforms (none of their breeches) and a purse of $50. The Unions are invited to “tackle” the O. K.s or the J. P. Scotts if they wish to be “done up” in a highly successful and professional style. Come on and try, our boys are anxious and ready. +++ The two quiet months of June and July have passed, and we may now expect that business matters will soon shake off their lethargy, and that, under the stimulus of the unprecedented fine crop prospects reported from every quarter, a forward move will be speedily inaugurated. The present, then, is an auspicious time for merchants and other business men to place themselves before the public by adopting a liberal course of advertising. Those who put on a doleful face and say, “Well, I have no positive assurance of a business boom, and advertising won’t create money; etc.,” never make any great progress in business ventures. On the other hand those men who are at all times fully alive to their interests, even when trade is flat, are constantly and prominently before the public, through the medium of a generous investment in printer’s ink. They well know that while such a course does not literally create money, that it promotes business, and increases prosperity. This class is very sure to work up a business under the very nose of the croakers who are not gifted with any spirit of enterprise. +++ [From the] Minden Democrat - Tribune: Considerable discussion has been going on between the HOME ADVOCATE and Gazette of Farmerville La, with an occasional “chip in” from the Colfax Chronicle, in reference to the past character and standing of Judge W. R. Rutland, late of Farmerville, but recently moved to Baton Rouge. The ADVOCATE and Chronicle have succeeded in completely silencing the Gazette without resorting to their heaviest argument, “Down with personalities! Up with the standard of journalism!” [Editor Lewis responds:] Facts are weighty arguments; the facts gathered from citizens and the court records of Grant parish, published by the Chronicle relative to the above mentioned discussion, would not have been strengthened by deviating from a high standard of journalism. Personalities are resorted to by those who have no arguments to offer. +++ For the HOME ADVOCATE. THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE CHURCH. By J. B. Ivey. [This is a long religious article that does not mention any events or people of Union Parish, so I have chosen to not include it in these abstracts, although it appears the author is a resident of Union Parish.] page 3 LOCALS. +++ The next game of Base ball between the Farmerville and Monroe clubs will be played at Monroe, next Monday, 10th inst. +++ A typographical error as to date [of] the “Tribute of Respect,” occurred in our last week’s issue. It should have been July 24th instead [of] July 20th. +++ The finest peaches that we have [se]en this season were sent us last [F]riday by Mrs. T. J. Moore, Jr., [fr]om near Shiloh. They were of [th]e China Cling variety, and were [n]ot only large, but luscious. +++ The apportionment of school funds in this State, made to July 1st, amounts to $21,775.67. The number of educable youths between 6 and 18 years, in Union parish, is 4,468. The amount of the fund apportioned to this parish is $335.10, being about 7½ cents per capita. +++ Molasses: I have now on hand for sale, an excellent article of Molasses which I offer at the lowest price. J. A. B. Rabun +++ Attention is directed to the professional card of J. W. Holbert, Esq., attorney at law, for Homer, La. Mr. Holbert has attended the recent terms of court in this parish and has taken part in several important cases. He is a gentleman of good morals, studious habits, and noted for indefatigable attention to the interests of his clients. We wish him a lucrative practice. PERSONAL. +++ We received a pleasant call on Monday from Mr. S. W. Taylor, who was in town attending a called session of the police jury. +++ Thanks to Mr. J. P. Montgomery, of Ouachita City, for a list of five new subscribers to the HOME ADVOCATE. Mr. M. writes that he expects to forward an additional list, soon. +++ Rev. J. L. Williams preached an interesting sermon last Sunday. Text: “Wherefore take unto you the whole armour [sic] of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand,” Ephs. 6 - 13. +++ Gov. McEnery has appointed Capt. J. M. Rabun Mayor of Farmerville, vice W. B. H. Poer, deceased. We are confident that no better or more acceptable appointment could have been made. Capt. Rabun is personally popular and possesses a rare administrative energy. +++ We were much gratified on Sunday last to meet with Mrs. M. L. McFarland, formerly of our town but now a resident of the “Lone Star” State. Mrs. M. is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. A. McFarland. In behalf of her many friends, the ADVOCATE tenders her greetings, being confident that her visit will be a pleasure to her, and to them. +++ We refer our readers to the advertisement of the Shiloh Academy published in another column of this issue of our paper. This institution of learning is located in a high and healthful section of country; among people famous for their hospitality, morality, and intelligence, and being under the direction of Prof. E. M. Corry, a gentleman endowed with educational attainments of a high order, is eminently worthy of, and should receive a generous patronage. The next term will commence on the 7th September, next. +++ The Police Jury met in called session last Monday. The Finance committee reported favorably on the following claims: WITNESS CLAIMS. State vs. W. A. Crawford, - G. C. Crawford, $2.80. State vs. W. C. Henderson et al. - Claims amounting, in the aggregate, to $70.85. State vs. John Heard - W. H. Martin $2.63. State vs. Austin Carter. - Green Williams $5, Wm. Stripling $5. State vs. Sam Ross. - Claims amounting to $13.20. State vs. W. C. Henderson.- Claims amounting to $40.85. SUNDRY CLAIMS. Jeff Carr, burying pauper, $5; Charley Page, burying pauper, $5; Wm. Turnage, jailor, $63.59; A. J. Mashaw, com. Election, $3 J. M. Lee, Jr., assessor, $200 J. C. Cargil, clerk, $21; R. Y. Langston and wife, services at poor house, $74.72; W. H. Hearn, lumber, $4.80; D. Arent, paper, $1.59; J. W. Williams $1.30; Police Jury $31; Board of Reviewers $148.89. Respectfully submitted, Geo. A. Bruton, Ch’m. Finance Com. Be it ordained by the police jury in and for Union parish, La., that the above and foregoing claims be and they are hereby allowed and approved, and that a sufficient amount be and is hereby appropriated to pay the same. Approved, August 3, 1885. S. W. Taylor, Pres. P. J. pro tem. [temporary president] Attest: J. C. Cargill, Clerk. Be it ordained by the Police Jury in and for Union parish, La., [?] call session convened that there be and is hereby levied an ad valorem [sic] tax of ten mills on the dollar for parish purposes, on all the real and personal property situated in Union parish, La., and that the tax collector is hereby directed to collect the same and pay into the parish treasury as the law directs. Approved, Aug. 3, 1885. S. W. Taylor, Pres. P. J. Pro tem. [temporary president] Attest: J. C. Cargill, Clerk. +++ We acknowledge the receipt of a copy of “the Snow Flake” published at the Central Female Institute, Mississippi. The Snow Flake is edited by two young ladies of the College, one of whom is Miss Dettie Everett, the talented daughter of Eld. J. P. Everett of Shiloh, and sister of our young townsman J. E. and J. D. Everett. The following abstract from an article entitled “Seniors, Farewell” is sweet, enchanting, etherial [sic]: “The time has come - that solemn spell, When hearts breathe forth their fond farewell.” Perhaps, “when some of the dust from the road of life has fallen upon our hair,” and we are stooping neath the burden of many years, the memory of you will not come to us so vividly as now; but it will still be sweet. It will be as though some angel of the past had just swept by and brushed with the tips of it s snowy wings the corners of sweet remembrance, making us conscious of something which will come to our souls, thrilling and mystical, like the chiming of sweet toned bells borne to us from afar by the soft breezes of a summer’s eve.” +++ DIED. On Sunday July 26, 1885, near Alabama Church, Union parish, La., Miss Martha A. Hammock, adopted daughter of J. A. Hammock; aged 15 years. +++ District Court adjourned on Saturday morning, and quite a calm pervades the streets of our town, after the bustle and excitement incident to the two-week’s session. Nearly all the cases on the civil-docket were continued. The trial of W. C. Henderson and Calvin Skinner, charged with the murder of W. P. Mabry, was closed Friday night; the jury bringing in a verdict, of: “Not guilty.” STATE GLEANINGS. +++ Three negros - two men and one woman - were hung in Iberville parish last Friday, for the murder of Mrs. Henrietta Cole, on the 27th of last January. +++ The Ouachita Telegraph reports that extensive improvements are being made on the Steamboat Popular Bluff. It is claimed that the boat’s capacity will be increased to that of one thousand bales. [Note: This steamboat was one of the primary ones used on the route from Monroe and West Monroe (then Trenton) to Union Parish. It was partially owned, and generally piloted or commanded by, Farmerville Mayor John Marcus Rabun.] +++ NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION. Land Office at New Orleans, La., July 24th, 1885. Notice is hereby given that the following named settler has filed notice of his intention to make final proof in support of his claim, and that said proof will be made before the Judge or in his absence the clerk of the District Court at Farmerville La, on the 18th September, 1885, viz: Joe Lowe, who made Homestead Entry No. 5127 for the ne ¼ of sw ¼ section 25 township 23 N range 3 West, La. meridian: He names the following witnesses to prove his continuous residence upon, and cultivation of, said land, viz. H.B. Brezzil Woodford Brezzil Lige Brezzil, Jack Wilson, All of Union parish, Louisiana. C. B. Darrall, Register. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 14 August 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 2 NEW ADVERTISEMENTS. +++ Jno. E. Everett, Jas. E. Everett EVERETT & EVERETT, Attorneys at Law. Farmerville, La. Will practice in all the courts of the 3d District, giving prompt and personal attention to all business entrusted to us. +++ NOTICE. A special meeting of the Board of School Directors is called for Saturday, August 29, 1885. Teachers of public schools, who have not contracted with the Board, are requested to be present with proper papers, etc., to make contracts. Aug 6th, 1885. E. T. Sellers, President. +++ JOEL W. HOLBERT. Attorney and Counsellor at Law, Homer, La. Will attend the different courts in Union parish. +++ SHILOH ACADEMY. Will reopen on the 7th of Sept., 1885. This School is located at Shiloh, La., in the midst of a prosperous and energetic community thoroughly alive to educational interests. The moral surroundings are good; at the late election on the License question the community was almost solid for Prohibition, and this verdict is strictly enforced, thus removing one source of apprehension which parents have for their boys when from home. The Scholastic year will consist of ten months divided into two sessions of five months each. Students will be received at any time and charged from time of enterance [sic] until the close of the session in which they entered. The rates of tuition are $2.00 $3.00 $4.00 per month. Board can be had at from $8.00 to $10.00 per month. For further particulars Address: E. M., Principal, or Rev. J. P. Everett, President Board of Trustees page 3 LOCALS. +++ FRESH LEMONS to arrive this evening at S. STEIN’S. +++ We regret to learn that a little child of Hon. W. W. Heard is quite sick, with fever. +++ SWEET CIDAR by the glass, gallon or barrel, for sale by JULIUS ARENT, Agt. +++ Mr. J. A. Manning’s little boy has been quite ill for some time. We are glad to report that he is now improving. +++ We are glad to state that Mrs. Patton, who has been quite ill during the past week, is now convalescent. +++ The Lake Charles papers announce the safe return of Mr. R. H. Odom, from his recent visit to our town. +++ Mrs. E. M. Harris and children who have been on a visit to relatives near Spearsville, returned Monday evening. We regret to learn that one of the little boys is sick. +++ The ADVOCATE received a brief but pleasant call on Monday from Rev. J. Williams, preacher in charge of this circuit. He was enroute for home from attending a quarterly meeting at Griswold’s [c]hapel. +++ Prof. R. B. Dawkins has established a flourishing school near Oakland, but is now at home on the sick list. We trust that a liberal prescription (of quinine) will [off] set the chills and “set-up” the [p]atient, in short order. +++ We were much pleased on Tuesday last - after the lapse of many years - to again meeting our old friend Malcomb McFarland, who is spending a few days in our town visiting his daughter, Mrs. Dillard. Mr. McFarland is one of the oldest citizens of the parish, and, is much esteemed to all who know him. +++ Messrs R. H. Henry and N. R. Bryan, from Downsville ward were visitors to our town on Monday. Mr. Henry has our thanks for a basket of excellent peaches. He was right in thinking that we are fond of peaches. +++ The ADVOCATE is under renewed obligations to Dr. R. Roberts and Mr. K. K. McLaurin for their successful efforts in adding new names to our subscription list, since our last issue. +++ We had the pleasure to meet with and form the acquaintance of Mr. Henry Haas, a few days ago. Mr. Haas resides at Hogan’s Landing in our sister parish of Ouachita and, with his daughter, has been visiting relatives and friends in our town. +++ We direct attention to the professional card of Messrs Everett & Everett, Attorneys at Law. These young gentlemen, sons of our well known parishioner - Eld J. P. Everett - were reared in Union parish, and, having been located in Farmerville for some time engaged in the practice of law, are so well known to our citizens that they really need no introduction by us. We, however, take pleasure in stating that the ability of this firm as lawyers, the moral habits of the individual members and their close attention to professional duty is so proverbial, as to be a sufficient guarantee that litigants can safely entrust their business to them. +++ BURGLARY - A saffron-colored youth of African ’scent named John Bell, who has often been engaged in running errands and doing odd jobs around the streets, burglariously entered the grocery store of Mr. S. Stein, Wednesday night - through a window in the rear of the building - and helped himself to the small change which friend Julius had left in the money drawer. Bell, on being charged with the offense and closely questioned, confessed his guilt and refunded nearly all the money stolen. Our business men should always be on the alert. +++ INSURANCE. PLANTERS and GINNERS of Union parish are informed that I am now prepared to INSURE Gin Houses, Machinery, and Seed Cotton. DAVID ARENT. +++ BASE-BALL. THE UNION CLUB STILL VICTORIOUS. We take pleasure in congratulating and complimenting the gallant young gentlemen of the Farmerville Base-ball club upon their success in the two contests with the Monroe club. It is to be much regretted that the Monroe nine refused to play the match agreed upon for Monday last and forfeited the stakes, simply because the Farmerville club demanded the right to play with the aid of “professionals” from Shreveport. As the Monroe club had done exactly the same thing in the first game, the[y] were certainly inconsistent in refusing this privilege to their opponents. After the match game was forfeited an exhibition game was played of five innings which resulted in a score of 9 for Farmerville, against 3 for Monroe. Several of our citizens went down to Monroe to witness the match game, and we learn that a large crowd from the city and vicinity was in attendance, all of whom were no doubt much disappointed by the unpleasant denouement. +++ IN MEMORIAM. Fell asleep in Jesus, July 25th [25 or 26 - difficult to read], 1885, little George, son of Wm. E. and Sarah Reed. He was born August, 8, 1882. He has left a bereaved father, mother, and many relations to mourn his loss. Bear this patiently for your loss is his eternal gain. He has crossed the dark river of Death there to await the final resurrection. He has gone to rest in that home whose sickness, sorrow, pain and death are feared no more. Farewell little George; thy race on earth is run. Rest camly [sic]’ sweetly sleep they form. Thy joy in heaven has just begun, Thy spirit has winged its way up home. LIZZIE BRANTLEY. Marion, La. +++ Died, Saturday, August 1st, 1885, at the residence of her parents, in Union parish La., NANNIE BOLTON TABOR, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Tabor; aged eight years and six months. The adage: “Death loves a shining mark,” is truly and painfully exemplified by the untimely death of this dear little girl. We tender the grief-stricken parents sincere condolence, trusting they will indulge the consoling reflection that their loved one is now rejoicing with the angels of heaven. +++ PROHIBTION CONVETION [sic - Convention]. Col. A. C. Mitchell and Judge L. E. Carter, two prominent and influential citizens of Shreveport, have issued a call for a State Prohibition Convention to convene in that city on the 19 inst. We presume that the object of the convention is to consider and put in active operation all legitimate means for furthering the cause of Temperance in our State. Union should be represented in that convocation, and we therefore suggest that the Temperance people of the parish take immediate steps toward selecting and accrediting delegates thereto. +++ Sheriff’s Sale. John M. Lee, Adm. Vs. John R. Shultz. By virtue of a writ…I have seized and will offer for sale….Saturday, the 19th day of September A. D. 1885…fifty acres…in the town of Farmerville, La., and known as the John L. Barrett property. Seized as the property of John R. Shultz deft., in the above entitled suit. Terms of sale - Cash, with the benefit of an appraisement. J. C. Montgomery, Dp’ty Sheriff. Farmerville, La., August 3d, 1885. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 21 August 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 2 +++ [From the] Monroe Bulletin. Capt. J. M. Rabun, erstwhile a popular Ouachita steamboatsman, but now Mayor of Farmerville, was down to witness the game of ball Monday. He is a great admirer of the National game. +++ WHO COMPOUNDED THE FELONY? [From the] N. O. Commercial Bulletin: The Colfax Sentinel enters the special plea for W. R. Rutlans [sic], that he was not indicted for embezzlement of the school funds of Grant parish, for 1879. The Farmersville [sic] Gazette replies that may be so, but asserts that Rutlands told him that such indictment had been found, though upon a compromise, the indictment was not prosecuted. Who has the authority to compound a felony? [Response by the editor of the Colfax Chroniclei:] There are at least five palpable errors in the above paragraph. The Bulletin is about as near the real truth in regard to Judge Rutland as it is to the name of this paper. It would be well for it to endeavor to be a little more correct and inform itself a bit before it volunteers harsh comment in a matter it knows nothing about. For its information we will state that Judge R. was once keeper of the school funds of Grant parish. During the riot troubles of ’73 he sympathized with the white. For declining to take part with the scoundrels who engineered the unfortunate “Colfax riot,” he was deliberately hounded by the Radical Republicans then in control. In 1875 he was indicted by an ignorant, packed and corrupt grand jury as tax collector, (a position he never held) and charged with embezzling about $1700 of the school funds. He was never arrested, but came up voluntarily and gave a $1000 bond to appear for trial, and by every possible way endeavored to have an investigation, but it was put off from time to time by the powers that held control, they well knowing that instead of a prosecution it was nothing but a persecution for political effect. In 1877, after Nicholls’ installation, Judge Rutland came to Colfax in company with Hon. Geo. H. Ellis, and, going before our school board, demanded that they give him the opportunity to make a showing. He accounted to the board satisfactorily for all of the $1700 except about $300, of which he claimed to have been robbed during the riot. The committee appointed by the school board to arbitrate the matter, were convinced of the truth of his claim and recommended that he be honorably acquitted of all obligation, which was done. This being represented to District Attorney E. G. Hunter, that gentleman being satisfied there were no grounds for prosecution, had a nolle prosequi entered to the charge of embezzlement. This is the history of the case in a nut shell. Judge W. R. Rutland was honorably and legally acquitted. There was no compounding of felony, and no journalist should risk his reputation for justness and fairness by making such a ridiculous charge. page 3 LOCALS. +++ Don’t neglect to sow turnips. +++ Mr. Jacob Marx, of Marx & Bro., has gone to New York to purchase a large stock of goods for the Fall and Winter trade. +++ A wedding in Farmerville would be quite a novelty. Come, young gentlemen, remember the Scriptural behest: “It is not good for man to be alone.” +++ A present of magnificent pears was sent to us this week by that estimable lady, Mrs. H. L. Scott. Many, many thanks. +++ E. S. Pipes of Downsville has recently sold out and will move to Kaufman, Texas. In this our parish loses a good and enterprising citizen. +++ The first bale of cotton for our parish is still in the prospective, although we learn that Mr. J. H. Pardue had open bolls on his plantation more that [sic - than] two weeks ago. +++ A new Base Ball club has been organized in our town with Mr. Horace McFarland, captain. They style themselves the “Farmerville Dudes.” +++ Miss Mollie Pickel returned last Monday to her school at Oakland, which had been suspended for a week during the protracted meeting at that place. +++ She will soon move to another State, Doctor. Tis sweet to love, but oh how bitter, To love a girl and she going to leave you. +++ We regret to learn of the precarious illness of Mrs. J. M. Underwood. She is a most excellent lady and we sincerely hope for her speedy recovery. +++ Mr. E. J. Lee informs us that in some places the cotton plant is affected by what seems to be a new disease. The young bolls appear to be perforated with small holes and fall off; the leaves turn black and soon wither. +++ Several little children of our town have recently suffered from sickness of a virulent type. Mr. W. W. Heard’s child was considered dangerously ill the first of the week but is now much better. Mr. J. A. Manning’s child, Mr. J. A. Ramsey’s little boy and one of Mr. Heath’s children have been quite sick, but are now convalescent. +++ Rust is doing damage to the cotton crop of Union parish and the worm is making its appearance in some localities. Notwithstanding the rust and the worms the general opinion is that the cotton crop is sufficiently advanced to guarantee an abundant yield. +++ Our genteel young friend, J. B. Covington, Esq., who recently returned from college is now located at Walnut Hill, where he has built up and taken charge of a flourishing school of forty-two pupils. Mr. C. informs us that the health and crops in his neighborhood are excellent. +++ Justice Richardson of Ward ten lately held an inquest of the body of Belle Stowe, a colored woman, near the place of Hon. E. T. Sellers. The jury of inquest reported that deceased came to her death by blows inflicted by Henry Williams. Williams has given the officers the dodge. +++ A runaway couple from Ouachita, bent on matrimony, made their appearance at Walnut Hill, this parish, last week, and the twain were speedily made one by a neighborhood clergyman. The happy groom is so well pleased with the neighborly denizens of that locality that he has determined to there station his bride, and undertake a trial of life’s vicissitudes in that community. +++ On Wednesday morning Mr. W. J. Turnage, while conversing with friends on the street was severely attacked with acute congestion and would have fallen had it not been for the timely aid of friends. He was car[e]fully conveyed to the residence of Mr. Wm. Turnage, where, under the skillful treatment of Dr. Jameson, he was restored to consciousness, and we learn is now in a fair way of recovery. +++ We are authorized to announce that Elder S. C. Lee, assisted by Eld. A. P. Scofield, will hold a series of meetings at the Baptist church, this place, commencing on Wednesday night next, 26th, inst. +++ Thanks to Mr. D. K. McLaurin for two additional lists of subscribers to the HOME ADVOCATE, received since our last issue. In this connection we assure the public, especially the mercantile class, that the present large and constantly increasing circulation of the HOME ADVOCATE, as shown by our subscription book - which is at all times open for inspection by parties interested - make it a desirable medium for advertising. The business season is now approaching, and the abundant crop yield will undoubtedly impart thereto an impetus unknown for years past. A liberal investment in printer’s ink just now, will most assuredly prove opportune and of incalculable advantage. +++ We trust that the readers of the ADVOCATE will not be backward about furnishing us with news items, local happenings, etc. from their respective sections of the parish. We desire to publish all matters of local interest and will be much pleased to have news items reported to us. Correspondents are respectfully informed that we do not desire long communications - “just to fill up,” as we have heard it stated. We could “fill up” by reprinting the ablest productions of eminent minds, but we want to make the ADVOCATE essentially and especially a home newspaper. Will our friends at Shiloh, Spearsville, Downsville, Oakland, Marion, Ouachita City and other places do us the favor to note down short items of local interest and forward to us. They can thus materially contribute to the interest of their home newspaper. +++ [From the] Monroe Bulletin: The Farmerville papers crow loudly over the defeat of the Monroe boys. Farmerville has so few advantages that she makes much ado when she gains a point. The Farmerville papers did not treat the Monroe boys with that generous spirit which usually actuates the breasts of noble victors. [Editor Lewis’ response:] The above paragraphs published in the Monroe Bulletin of 5th inst., are unjust toward the HOME ADVOCATE. We defy the Bulletin to show wherein the ADVOCATE crowed “loudly over the defeat of the Monroe boys.” In our report of the game played here we simply stated the facts, without comment, and the only expression which could possibly be construed as “crowing” was a reference to the exultation of the crowd at the close of the game. We, of course rejoice at the success which has attended our home club, but, being disposed to treat their opponents with due courtesy, thought proper to restrain any public ebullitions of joy in connection therewith. As to the sneer that “Farmerville has so few advantages, etc.,” we confess that our town may be wanting in some local conveniences possess by that “little nursery of great (?) men,” yeleped [sic] Monroe, yet, according to the report of our citizens who recently visited that “nursery,” our people are considerably in advantage in what are usually denominated the “crowning qualities of head and heart.” We further emphatically deny that the HOME ADVOCATE failed to extend a courteous spirit toward the Monroe boys, except in saying in our issue of 31 ult. [July 31] that “the Monroe nine was a fine looking set of young gentlemen.” If our Bulletin friends consider this discourteous, we will atone by “taking it all back.” And, our thoughts now recurring to the cavalier treatment of our boys by their opponents on their recent trip to Monroe, with due reverence for the old adage - “pretty is as pretty does” - perhaps we are due the Monroe club an apology for thus complimenting them. GENERAL NEWS. +++ Cholera has been declared epidemic in Gibralter [sic]. +++ Grasshoppers and locusts are still putting in heavy licks in Montana. +++ James W. Marshall, the discover of gold in California, died last week, aged 74 years, a very poor man. +++ Anna Sapp, aged fourteen years, of Carmilla, Ga., attended a Methodist church last Saturday, and was baptized. This coming to the ears of her aunt and guardian, Mrs. Rose, a strong Baptist, she swore out a warrant against the preacher for assault upon her, consisting in pouring water on Anna’s head against her will. The preacher has since sworn out a warrant against Mrs. Rose for disturbing public worship. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 28 August 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 3 LOCALS. +++ Plant your turnips while you have a season in the ground. +++ We learn that Hon. O. B. Steele, State Auditor, is now on a visit at his home in Ouachita City. +++ The District Conference of this (Homer) District, of the M. E. Church, South, convened at Ruston La., yesterday. +++ Rev. Mr. Scofield is assisting Rev. S. C. Lee in a p[r]otracted meeting at this place which commenced last Wednesday night. +++ The School Board will meet tomorrow. Teachers desiring to make contracts should present themselves. +++ We have been on the lookout for a bale of new cotton in the Farmerville market, but none as yet brought in. Who will be the first? +++ Can’t our merchants offer a prize to the enterprising farmer who brings the first bale of new cotton to this market? +++ We are informed that Mr. L. E. Thomas, of Marion, left this week for Poughkeepsie, New York, to attend a commercial school at that place. +++ The attention of our readers, especially those of Shiloh and vicinity, is directed to the notice of Mr. J. W. Heard, in our advertising columns. +++ The family of Capt. J. R. Fuller, of Shiloh, passed through our town Saturday on their return home from visiting relatives near this place. +++ The many friends of our townsman, J. C. Cargill, Esq., will be glad to learn that he is now recovering from his recent illness. +++ Mr. T. J. Grafton was in town Saturday with another supply of watermelons. He says there is but little sickness in his vicinity. +++ If you know Johnson, the barber, you will let him shave you. He is always ready to “scrape an acquaintance.” +++ Mr. David Nolan brought us a fine lot of peaches Wednesday. He things that while all relatives are not disagreeable, he certainly has no kind feelings for his carb-uncle. +++ Mr. T. J. Grafton mentions as a peculiarity connected with the flux epidemic in his vicinity that it seems to follow closely in the track of the measel [sic] epidemic which was recently so prevalent. [Just a few paragraphs earlier, Lewis said that Grafton stated that there was “but little sickness in his vicinity”, yet here a flux epidemic is mentioned.] +++ Many of the young people of Farmerville found their way to the Tugwell Springs last Wednesday to enjoy a picnic. This was a splendid resort in past time for social gatherings, etc., and we presume the young folks enjoyed their trip. +++ There are no serious cases of sickness about town at this writing. Mr. Heard’s child is improving; Mr. Patton’s little child was quite ill for several days, but we learn is now much better, and the child of Mr. Manning, that has suffer[e]d from a long and severe attack of fever, is considered out of danger. +++ If you wish to witness a remarkable exhibition of fish, visit the fish pond of Mr. J. O. Buckley, of Oakland, La. His pond is of his own construction, and has an area of about one half acre. In February last, he placed in it one hundred and six German carp from one to two inches long. The fish will now weigh from two to three pounds, each. They will obediently respond to his call and readily show themselves when food is thrown on the surface of the water. This pond cost Mr. Buckley, all told, not more than fifty dollars and is now worth five times the amount. This excels cotton raising, and all enterprising farmers should have fish ponds who have suitable places to construct them. +++ The Pisgah and Cherry Ridge Base Ball clubs crossed bats on the Cherry Ridge diamond last Friday with a score of 10 to 7 in five innings, in favor of the Pisgahs. They will play their second game tomorrow (29th inst). +++ Capt. J. M. Rabun and Capt. [?]. Brunner with laudable design to furnish this section with needed commercial advantages, left a few days ago for Cincinnati to procure a steamboat for the Ouachita and D’Arbonne trade. +++ Messrs Atkinson and Shuster have finished painting Marx & Bro’s new store building and will soon re-commence brightening up Mr. Jacob Stein’s building. +++ We understand that the Cherry Ridge Base Ball Club mailed a challenge to the Oakland club yesterday. If the Oakland club will allow us to make a suggestion, then we suggest that they accept to play on the Farmerville diamond. +++ A member of the weasel family, denominated in zoology, a mink, which seems quite gentle, has taken up quarters in and about Mr. Donley’s. Mr. D. says this little quadruped is a terror to rats, and as long as he devotes his energies toward exterminating these troublesome[e] rodents, he will not be molested. +++ Mr. Martin Gehring prominently known as the best boot and shoe master in North Louisiana, has recently secured the services of an expert assistant in the person of Mr. Jack Hart, late of Monroe. Mr. Gehring will not manufacture and keep constantly on hand a supply of first clast [sic], hand made “foot wear” at the very lowest prices. And his work is noted for its lasting qualities. +++ Mr. R. J. Tabor reports that he learns from Dr. Brooks, of Shiloh, who has an extensive practice in the north western portion of ward 4, that sickness prevailed to an unprecedented extent in that section up to the past two weeks, but has recently much abated. The malady was flux which, when attended with fever generally proved fatal. Dr. Brooks also reports that the rust has materially injured the cotton crop. +++ There seems to be some complaint about bridges - or rather the want of them - in some sections of this parish, and the people naturally look to the Police Jury to provide them, with what are so absolutely necessary to the traveling public. We are assured by a prominent member of the Police Jury that contracts for building all necessary bridges in the parish will be made whenever funds for that purpose are forth coming. It is claimed that the Police Jury has no power to levy a special tax for bridges, etc., except upon the petition of citizens, and that an appropriation of other funds for that purpose would be illegal. This being the case, it would be well for persons interested - instead of grumbling - to take active steps toward procuring these conveniences. +++ An exchange says: “Some go to church to weep, while others go to sleep. Some go their wives to please, their consciences others go to ease. Some go to tell their woes, others go to show their clothes. Some go to hear the preacher; others like the solo screecher. Boys go to reconnoiter, girls go because they oughtto [sic]. Many go for sage reflections; precious few help collections. +++ 17TH LOUISIANA REGIMENT COMPANY C. Mr. E. J. Lee has furnished us the subjoined list of soldiers that composed Capt. J. G. Taylor’s company from this parish and were organized in the 17th La. Regiment, at Camp Moore, in 1861. The list does not include the names of recruits that were received into the company as the war progressed but is strictly the names of the original company: OFFICERS Jordan G. Taylor, * Capt. Samuel Sawyer, 1st Lieu’t. Samuel W. Taylor, 2d Lieu’t. Robert W. Futch*, 3d Lieu’t. Wm. A. Kirkpatrick, 1st Se’gt. E. Jefferson Lee, 2d Se’gt. J. A. Hardy*, 3d Se’gt. D. M. Spier*, 4th Se’gt. J. T. Jaynes*, 5th Se’gt. Daniel M. Payne, 1st Corp’l. William Day, 2d Corp’l. I. W. Cross*, 3d Corp’l. John B. Sims*, 4th Corp’l. PRIVATES. Austin, Willis Lee, Richard H. Armstrong, J. M.* Love, S. B. Armstrong, E. H. May, A. H.* Brown, J. G.* Mayfield, I. T.* [J. T. Mayfield] Booles, J. A.* Meyer, Sigm’d Black, J. P.* Murry, J. L.* Burford, J. McCullah, Ben* Baker, E. H.* McDonald, J. C* Beaird, S. J. McFarland, M. L. Beaird, Jas.* Odom, W. P. Bivens, J. T.* Oram, B. F.* [Odom] Burd, W. T.* Powell, G. E.* Boatright, W. C.* Pucket, J. L. [Puckett] Boatright, J. N. Pucket, G. S. Coleman, L. E.* Phillips, T. M.* Carter, Zac* Peak, D. L.* [Peek] Chun, Jas.* Peak, L. D. S.* Connell, M. Y.* Picket, John* [Pickett] Clayton, Jno. A.* Pearce, Wm.* [Pierce] Clayton, R. H.* Pearce, W. N.* [Pierce] Clayton, J. C.* Price, Evan J.* Cann, A. A. Poston, J. W. Coleston, J. M. Poer, W. W. Crow, J. W.* Pillgreen, R. P. Dennis, S. B.* Rabun, C. P. Day, Benj.* Sims, H. S.* Earnest, J. G.* Savage, W. A.* Futch, Wm.* Spier, B. K.* Ford, S. B.* Spier, A. B.* Geter, Anderson [Jeter] Stein, Daniel [did not officially enlist until Oct 1862] Geter, David* [Jeter] Shlenker, Jacob Glasson, Hardy* Shaw, D.* Gross, Chas. Thompson, J. R.* Ham, H. Hub. Townsand, N. T.* [Townsend] Hill, W. J. Thornton, W.* Jarmon, E. M. Thornton, N. T.* Joiner, S. L. Thomas, Harvy Kyser, W. D.* Tullis, Thos. J.* Kolb, Thos. J. Tubb, Eli* Lewis, Larkin* William, Mad.* [Williams] Lunsford, J. L.* Whatley, U. I.* [U. J. Whatley] *Dead ================================================================================= ================================================================================= SEPTEMBER 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 4 September 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 2 +++ LET JUSTICE BE DONE. The hill parishes of North Louisiana are and since the war have been strongly Democratic. While other sections of the State were firmly held by the fetters of Republicanism and writhing under iniquitous domination, the parishesbetween the Red and Ouachita rivers made gallant fights and succeeded in upholding the Democratic cause. When the contest for honest government and an economic administration of affairs seemed to wane in some sections, this kept up the good fight until a victory for the whole State was achieved. Nor has it ceased its fight since the consummation of that victory, but is bold, outspoken and defiant in denunciation of wrongs, and earnest and enthusiastic in the endorsement of what is right. These are the banner Democratic parishes - the bulwark of the Democracy - of Louisiana. They are almost unanimously Democratic and whenever a controversy arises between right and wrong, right gets its strongest support, its banner is raised higher and held firmer here than else where. And yet, since the election of Mr. Cleveland what reward have the Democrats of this section received for their past fidelity and gallant fighting for the cause? Only look at the appointments in this district. Have the Democrats of the hill parishes received any recognition yet for the services they have rendered the party? Does Col. Cal Moore, Mr. A. C. Gibson or Mr. Francis Shields - all of whom hold splendid government positions, to which they were lately appointed through the influence of our congressmen, live in the hills or in sections strongly Democratic? Did not the brave men of Union, Lincoln, Claiborne and Ouachita cast off the yoke of Republicanism for that section from which these gentlemen come? When it was powerless, when writhing under negro dominations and carpet-bag apoliation [sic] was it not to the untiring limbs and brave hearts of the men west of the Ouachita that they owe their deliverance? Let our congressmen stop and think. Again; who have been the most faithful supporters of Gen. King in his contests here in the past? Did not Richland, Madison and even Concordia, his own parish, weaken on him in the last contest/ Is he seeking to strengthen himself in those parishes by these appointments, thinking that the hill parishes are indissolubly joined to him? All we have to say is, Gen. King, stop and think! This section of this State and this portion of the Congressional District demands recognition; demands its dues, and will have them though it may be forced to wait until the fall of 1886 to get them. +++ A TRIP TO RUSTON. Last Friday, in company with our (good deal) "better half," we started on a visit to the town of Ruston. No incident of sufficient importance occurred to break the monotony of ordinary travel over the hills and valleys of North Louisiana, and in due time we reached the village of D'Arbonne, over which Mr. Jas. M. Pardue - Dealer in Dry Goods, Groceries, etc. - seems to be the presiding genius. Here we halted briefly for rest and fresh water, and then pushed on, passing Bell post-office and its croquet grounds, soon reached the once renowned but now dismantled town of Vienna. A slight deviation from our route brought us to the residence of Mr. J. Martin, by whom and his interesting family we were hospitably entertained until morning. We reached Ruston Saturday morning and at once became the guests of Mr. J. B. Holstead, Mrs. Quinn and our cousin "Lula," by whom we were also most kindly and hospitably entertained. Ruston, erstwhile but a mere "spot in the woods," has sprung into existence as if by magic and is a flourishing town, filled with a wealthy, energetic and refined class of people who are justly proud of their bright little city.Visiting the Caligraph office we found our confrere, Mr. Pearce, busily engaged entertaining a group of friends, and attending to the multifarious interests of his enterprising paper - at which double duty he seems to be an adept. Sunday and Sunday night we attended church and had the pleasure of hearing two able sermons by Dr. C. B. Galloway, the distinguished editor of the N. O. Christian Advocate. We enjoyed our visit very much and under other circumstances would have prolonged our stay, but the demands of duty required us to return home on Monday. +++ MARRIED. AUSTIN - DUTTON. On Sunday, August 30th, 1885 at the residence of Mrs. Cryder, by J. M. Lee, Jr., Justice of the Peace, Mr. Q. A. Austin to Miss Malina Dutton, all of Union parish, La. +++ NEW ADVERTISEMENTS. C. H., Jameson M.D., W. N. Grace M.D. JAMESON & GRACE Practitioners of Medicine and Surgery FARMERVILLE, LA. Office South Side of Public Square. Tender their professional services to the citizens of Union parish, in the various branches of their profession. page 3 LOCALS. +++ NOTICE. On account of holidays, my store will be closed on September 10th [an]d 19th, JACOB STEIN. [Note: In the 1890s, the entire town of Farmerville shut down for the Jewish holidays since so many of the merchants were Jewish. Apparently, this practice was going on in 1885 also.] +++ NOTICE. On account of holidays, my store [wi]ll be closed from 5 o'clock p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9th, to 6 p.m. [Th]ursday Sept. 10th; also from 5 o'clock p.m. on Friday, Sept. 18th, [to] 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept 19th, [an]d no business of any kindwill [be] transacted except the delivery [of] Ice and Lemons, for sickness. S. STEIN, per J. Arent. +++ White perch are biting in the bayou now. +++ Mr. F. Selig left Wednesday morning for New Orleans. +++ The new frame placed on the lot of Mr. J. G. Davis is another improvement in town. +++ The busy workmen will soon finish the large brick building of Jacob Stein to completion. +++ Miss Mattie Pickel returned home last Saturday, the term of her school at Camp Creek having expired. +++ Mr. Lee Baker was prostrated with fever Wednesday evening, but we learn that he is now recovering. +++ Capt. Jas. Edmonds and Mr. Andrew Buckley brought some excellent beef to our market, yesterday. +++ With the exception of a light sprinkle we have had no rain here for a month. It is now much needed. +++ Mr. J. D. Taylor thinks that about the 13th of the present month will be an excellent time to sow turnip seed. +++ Mr. M. H. Stansell informs us that another child of Mr. W. E. Reed is dangerously sick. +++ Those are beautiful pigs, Doctor. Now the next thing is some one to grind your sausage meat and bake the fatty-bread. +++ We learn from Mr. J. L. Breed of Shiloh, that Mrs. - Thornton, an estimable lady well advanced in years, died at the residence of her daughter in that place, a few days ago. +++ Mr. S. S. Kirkpatrick left last Wednesday morning to visit relatives in Claiborne parish. +++ S. B. and Lee Baker are now the proprietors of the Livery Stable at this place, formerly owned by Mr. M. W. Rabun. +++ Mr. Donley has sold his Drug store to Dr. C. H. Jameson, who will continue the business at the old stand on the south side of the public square. +++ Mr. J. M. Lee, Jr., Assessor, having made some corrections in and additions to the assessment of property, reports that the total assessment of property in Union parish, for 1885, amounts to $1,500,745. +++ The first bale of cotton of this season was raised by a colored person on the place of Mr. M. J. Baughman, in this parish, and was brought to our market last Friday 28th of August. +++ Our young friend Ledger Simmons has commenced reading Law, in the office of and under the direction of Messrs Everett & Everett. Success to you, Ledger. +++ The ADVOCATE received a pleasant call on Wednesday from Mr. J. L. Breed of Shiloh. Mr. Breed is connected in business with the very popular firm of J. R. Fuller & Co. We were glad to form his acquaintance and learn from him of the favorable condition of the health and crops of that section. +++ Dr. W. N. Grace, lately of Cherry Ridge, has established his office in our town, and contemplates moving his family here soon. In behalf of our citizens, the HOME ADVOCATE extends the Doctor a hearty greeting, with hopes that his most sanguine anticipations may be realized. +++ In another column will be found the professional card of Mr. John B. Holstead, Attorney at Law, of Ruston, La. Mr. Holstead was formerly a resident of Farmerville but moved to Vienna several years ago and from there to Ruston, where, by close application to duty, he has established a successful practice. He is well versed in law, and his sober habits united with indefatigable energy in behalf of his clients commend him to those who have business before the courts. We recently heard him mentioned at Ruston as being the best collector in the District. [Note: Mr. Holstead lived in Farmerville during the mid-1870s and at that time owned the "Union Record," the newspaper with which Lewis also worked.] +++ Mr. Britton Honeycutt has sold his place on the northern border of town to Mr. Jas. Johnson, and has moved to the J. M. Lee place adjoining the ADVOCATE office. Mr. Honeycutt is an excellent gentleman and we are truly glad he has moved down south and located near us. +++ We have not yet heard of the School Board having employed a teacher for the Farmerville school. What is the matter that some steps are not taken to secure a teacher at this place? We need a school in constant operation training the minds of the many children of Farmerville. +++ Capt. J. M. Rabun returned home last Monday. A twisting chill and a "blizzard" of fever deterred him from extending his trip North-ward, but he will, at a later date, look after the commercial interests of Farmerville and Shiloh. +++ The firm of Putnam & Tobias, civil engineers and general contractors, have in mind the gigantic project of building a bridge across the Mississippi river, connecting New Orleans and the other side. This firm built the bridge at Morgan City and claim that it is as easy to bridge the Mississippi as the Atchafalaya river. They do not think the project will exceed two million dollars which outlay will be repaid in a very short time by increased business, by a boom in the value of real estate and in every possibly way. +++ We are informed that a matrimonial episode of some interest transpired recently in the vicinity of Ouachita City. A gentleman from some section farther South, recently arrived at that place, met for the first time and was introduced to a fascinating widow, on Sunday; he visited Farmerville and procured marriage license, on Monday, and, on Tuesday, the connubial band was duly riveted. In these days of idiosyncratical femininity there is nothing like "striking while the iron is hot." +++ The religious meeting which commenced last week at the Baptist Church, this place, is still in progress. Eld. S. C. Lee, pastor of the Church, ever faithful to duty, has been in attendance but has been prevented by feeble health from taking as active a part in the pulpit exercises as he otherwise would have done; but the mere presence of this loved servant of god has inspired the church with zeal in behalf of the cause. Eld. A. P. Scofield, a visiting minister from Rapides parish, is an able, earnest preacher. He has greatly endeared himself to our people, and we are confident that his ministrations in this portion of the "moral (?) vineyard" has been productive of much good. There have been about fifteen accessions to the church up to today (Thursday) and much religious fervor is manifested by many in attendance. +++ We direct attention to the professional card of Drs. Jameson & Grace, Physicians and Surgeons, to be found under the head of new advertisements in this issue of the HOME ADVOCATE. Dr. Jameson - the senior member of this firm - was reared in our midst, and is well and favorably known to the people of Farmerville and vicinity. He graduated two years ago, with great promise, in a class of 136 students, at the Baltimore College of Physicians and Surgeons, and soon after located at this place where he has had an extensive and successful practice. The junior member - Dr. W. N. Grace - is a graduate of the Medical Department of the Louisiana State University. He located at Cherry Ridge, in this parish, in the year 1880, where he very soon established an extended practice.Both these gentlemen are close students, and their exemplary habits, promptness in the discharge of duty and the interest they have invariably evinced in behalf of their patients, commended their professional services to suffering humanity. +++ The ADVOCATE household was the recipient on Wednesday, of a social and business visit from Mrs. Alice McFarland, wife of our former townsman - M. L. McFarland - now a resident of Coleman county, Texas. Mrs. M. and children are here on a visit to relatives and, having left friend "Leander" in the wilds of the Lone Star State, desirous of relieving the dreary tedium of his temporary widowerhood, she very properly ordered the HOME ADVOCATE mailed regularly to his address. The thoughtful act of a worthy wife. +++ On Monday last Dr. W. N. Grace and G. W. Carrol, Esq., Justice of the Peace near Cherry Ridge, in this parish, were called to hold a post mortem examination of the body of a colored boy named Thompson, aged about seven years, near that place. We learn that this little boy's mother had carried her children to the house of a colored woman named Margaret Adams, and the older members of both families went to church near by, leaving the children at the house. When Clark Thompson and family returned from church they were horrified to find their little boy a corpse.The post mortem examination disclosed a severe contusion on the skull near the right ear which producing hemorrhage of the brain was probably the cause of death. The body of the dead child was considerably striped and lacerated causing a belief that he had been severely lashed. A youth about twelve years old, - son of the colored woman, Margaret Adams - who had been left with this boy and other young children, being questioned, made two or three diffrent statements relative to the affair, but we have not learned that sufficient evidence was obtained by the jury of inquest to justify his arrest. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 11 September 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 2 +++ [From the] Colfax Chronicle: [Note: This article is a continuation of the controversy between Judge Trimble of the Farmerville Gazette, the editor of the Colfax Chronicle, and Judge Lewis of the Home Advocate that began in July. Lewis does not comment here, but merely reprints an editorial published in the Colfax Chronicle (Grant Parish). Interestingly, Judge James E. Trimble, the Gazette editor, was charged with embezzlement in July 1885 by the State of Louisiana.] BITTER AND UNFAIR. With a persistency that is only equaled by his obliquity of vision, the editor of the Farmerville Gazette continues to harp upon that old charge against Judge W. R. Ruland [sic - Rutland]. At the opening of this controversy we knew but little about the parties or the circumstances, and had to depend on the statements had recollections of our citizens, all of our records having been destroyed by fire. Within the last few days, however, we have been furnished with an authentic copy of the indictment, as well as other papers in the case. A careful examination and comparison convinces us that all the statements we have heretofore made on the authority of friends consulted in the matter agrees with the record. This being the case we shall consider only a single sentence of the two columns of illogical and unreasoning constructions and deductions arrived at by the editor of the Gazette. He says:"The assertion that the Chronicle makes that Rutland was indicted as tax collector is not true. We had a copy of the orginal [sic] bill and thoroughly investigated it in 1877, before Hon. G. H. Ellis went to Grant parish with Rutland.The authentic copy of the original bill of indictment now in our possession recites: That W. R. Rutland, late of the parish aforesaid on the - day of April A. D. 1875, with force and arms, in the parish, district and State aforesaid, and within the ninth judicial court, did, by virtue of his position as Tax Collector, and whilst he was so employed as aforesaid, receive and take into his possession certain property, namely, seventeen hundred dollars, of money belonging to the parish of Grant, for and in the name of Grant parish of Grant [sic], did receive said money, and did embezzle the said money, then and there," etc., etc.In addition to the foregoing, we have a brief, which we are assured is in the handwriting of the editor of the Farmerville Gazette, that shows conclusively that when he penned the sentence accusing us of uttering an untruth, he was guilty not only of gross journalistic discourtesy but stamped his own assertion with falsity of the worst kind. Had our statements proved untrue, we could have pleaded ignorance in extenuation. In 1877 he investigated the bill and wrote a brief for Rutland, claiming the indictment to be defective in four essential particulars. We shall only print his first allegation, which substantiates the truthfulness of our statement that Rutland was indicted as tax collector: The bill of indictment is defective. 1st. It is alleged that W. R. Rutland "by virtue of his position as Tax Collector, rec'd., etc." Defendant not having held this office, and the averment of his capacity being one of substance, the State cannot amend under section 1047 R. S. So much for the mare's nest the Gazette editor imagines he has unearthed. The indictment was ridiculous in its inception, erroneous in fact, and the district attorney so proclaimed by his action in having a nolle prosequi entered. Judge Rutland stands before the world honorably acquitted in this eyes of the law, not having escaped by a bare technicality, but by virtue of the justness of his cause. As we have stated, it was a case of persecution for political effect, and the editor of the Gazette in giving credit to the charge does a great wrong, that should be beneath his dignity. In all the letters and extracts published by the Gazette there is not an expression that is damaging to Judge Rutland, and we are satisfied that a discriminating public will so decide upon perusing them. As to the letter written by Rutland to Judge Richardson, it was written by a client to his attorney, and as such should be held sacred, though there is nothing in it to betoken guilt. Feeling that he was being viciously hounded, as we have explained in former articles, Judge Rutland stood in needless dread of coming to Colfax, as this letter plainly indicates, but, upon receiving the assurance of Judge Richardson and others that his old Republican enemies were powerless to do him bodily or other harm, he came up voluntarily and met and refuted the charge against him. If the editor of the Gazette will carefully and dispassionately read and digest the letter he received from Judge Richardson, he will find he has done violence in construing it to the detriment of Judge Rutland. We do not like to suspect a brother journalist of sinister motives, but if this thing continues we shall be forced to believe that there is a personal interest to be served, and not the public. An investigation might develop some choice reading a la Farmerville Gazette's articles, should we feel disposed to indulge in that peculiar kind of warfare. page 3 LOCALS. +++ J. A. B. Rabun returned from Monroe on last Wednesday. +++ Mrs. L. A. Burch is visiting her mother and other relatives at Haynesville, La. +++ Mr. J. M. Lee, Jr., and wife left yesterday to visit relatives in Claiborne parish. +++ A protracted meeting began at the Baptist church in Shiloh, last Saturday. +++ Dr. W. N. Grace can be found at night, when not professionally engaged, at Mr. Donley's Hotel. +++ We are glad to note that Dr. W. C. Carr and his estimable wife have recovered from their recent illness. +++ J. M. Lee, Jr., assessor, filed his rolls last Monday. Save your little change, for taxes are now due. +++ Messrs Baughman & Stein are making arrangements for a very large business the coming season. They are affable, accom[m]odating young gentlemen, and persons desiring to purchase goods would do well to give them a visit. +++ Mr. Jacob Stein expects to move into his brick store by the 15th.He is now in New Orleans purchasing a new stock. +++ Mr. Jas. D. Everett returned home Wednesday from a visit of pleasure and business to our neighboring town of Shiloh. +++ The new papering in the store house of J. A. B. Rabun is quite an improvement. Mr. Rabun is an enterprising young merchant. +++ The match game between the Cherry Ridge and Oakland base ball clubs will be played tomorrow on the diamond of the latter. +++ A young lady of Farmerville, in a private encounter, killed a mouse with her fist. Wonder if such bravery would be displayed in a public assembly. +++ While hunting on bayou Cornie one day last week, Prof. E. M. Corry killed a monster rattle snake. It had thirteen rattles, measured five feet in length, and seven and a half inches around its body. +++ A little girl daughter of Mrs. Thornton was taken severely ill at the residence of Mrs. Manning on Tuesday, but is now some better. +++ The ADVOCATE is under obligations to Mr. Malcomb McFarland for a list of new subscribers. We are proud to be aided by the influence of such men as "Uncle Mack." +++ Mr. Jordan G. Lee authorizes us to state that the book for which he has been canvassing - "Happy Hours and the Hearts that make Them" - will be ready for delivery to subscribers on or about the 15th, inst. +++ The cotton crop of this parish has undoubtedly been very materially injured within the past three weeks. The full crop expectation of July 1st was reduced one-third by the middle of August, and now predictions of more than a one half crop is not entertained except in a few favored localities. But it is useless to put on long faces over this casuality [sic]; we ought to be thankful for good crops of corn and that favorable calculations can be made on potatoes, peas and fall garden vegetables. +++ Married. SHAW - LEE. At the residence of the brides mother near Shiloh La. on Sunday, Sept. 6th, 1885 by _______ Mr. John Shaw to Miss Ellen Lee, all of Union parish. +++ Last week the ADVOCATE lamented the want of rain in this section; Saturday we were visited with a copious shower which was followed by others on Tuesday and Wednesday. We trust these rains have been general, for, while they may have interfered with cotton picking, they have largely benefited the potato, pea and turnip crops. +++ Mr. E. M. Harris has employed the services of an experienced workman in wood and is now prepared to turn out first-class work, on short notice. His shop is on Main street, and he authorizes us to say that he makes WAGON-REPARING, AND HORSE-SHOEING, a specialty. Try him; he guarantees satisfaction both as to work and prices. +++ On Saturday last we were much gratified to receive a call from Mr. C. P. Cooper, who recently returned from College and immediately established a flourishing school at Paran Church, near Ouachita City. We were glad to meet with him and trust that his efforts in teaching the young ideas, etc., will be profitable to himself and of permanent benefit to his pupils. +++ A protracted meeting has been in progress at Mt. Olive Church during this week but, as preaching was done at night, the services did not interfere with the school at that place. The pupils have had the benefit of a double deal; the teacher using coercive measure during the day and the preachers persuasive ones at night, therefore, as one of the boys remarked, they did not "inflict" with each other. +++ We learn from Mr. C. P. Cooper that Mr. J. L. Parks, a farmer near Ouachita City, has made one hundred and forty gal[l]ons of syrup from less that one fourth of an acre planted in sorghum. We believe that sorghum will prove one of the most profitable crops that can be made. We saw recently at the place of Mr. J. Martin, near Vienna, an excellent crop from which he contemplates making syrup. Sorghum not only produces an excellent article of syrup, but an abundance of food for hogs and horses. The heads are equal to corn as food for stock and the fodder is fully equal to corn fodder. +++ The protracted meeting of the Baptist denomination, at this place closed Tuesday night. Eld. A. P. Scofield, by his earnest zeal, created quite a religious awakening; indeed his has been the most successful mission that has been known in the history of the church at this place for several years. Nineteen persons united themselves with the church, under his ministration, to whom the ordinance of baptism was administered and three others united by letters. We trust and believe that his pious teachings and earnest appeals will be of permanent benefit to the morals of our town. D'ARBONNE ITEMS. +++ Mr. W. L. Betterton, from the vicinity of D'Arbonne post office was in town Wednesday and honored the ADVOCATE with a visit. He reports that cotton is opening rapidly in that section and picking the fleecy staple is now the chief pastime. +++ Business is brightning [sic] up, and there have been no serious cases of sickness in that neighborhood, of late. +++ M. John Bransford [possibly this was a typographical error and should have read "Mr. John Bransford] has recently opened a family grocery establishment, and Mr. J. B. Pardue is preparing for the coming business season. +++ Mr. W. R. Reeves and Miss R. A. Joiner were joined in wedlock, by Mr. Jno. W. Pardue, Justice of the Peace, on Sunday, 6th inst. +++ We learn that a p[r]otracted meeting, by the Methodist denomination will commence at Griswold's chapel, tomorrow. +++ The ADVOCATE has this day received pleasant calls from Mr. G. G. Copeland, of Shiloh, and Mr. J. S. Wheelis, of Oakland. We tender them thanks for patronage and words of commendation. +++ We inadvertently omitted to mention, in our last issue, the advent of a baby - a daughter - at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Haas. We congratulate the happy parents, and express a hope that the life of the "wee one" (at present) may be one of unalloyed happiness. +++ It would be well for all parties interested to remember that Dr. C. H. Jameson of this place has been duly appointed, commissioned and sworn as Coronor [sic] of Union parish, and is always ready to discharge any duty in connection with said office. This being the case the action of Justice of the Peace, in holding inquests, is illegal and reprehensible. +++ FOUND DEAD. - We learn that a young man about fourteen years of age, son of Mr. E. W. Fuller, who resides about twelve miles north of Farmerville was found dead Thursday morning in a creek near his father's residence. The young man left his home Wednesday afternoon, taking his gun with him, to visit Dr. Lowe's about a half mile distant, and not returning at night, his father went out in search of him. Being informed that his son had left Dr. Lowe's about sun-down the father instituted further search, and at about one o'clock that night, the body was found in the creek near a foot-log, with a ghastly gun shot wound near the arm pit. It is supposed that the gun was discharged by accident when the unfortunate youth was walking the foot log and, the contents entering a vital spot, caused instant death. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 18 September 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 2 +++ SUPPOSED SUICIDE. Perhaps a Murder. Sunday morning last intense excitement was caused at this place by the news that Miss Ida Shuster, a beautiful young Jewess, sixteen years of age, daughter of postmaster Isaac Shuster, had put an end to her own existence by taking strychnine. Miss Ida was a native of Farmerville and had been reared in our midst. She possessed an active mind and being of a studious nature she was generally foremost in her classes at school. Saturday night she was seemingly in her ordinary cheerful frame of mind, and was engaged in pleasant conversation with the family and a young gentleman visitor until about 10 o'clock, at which hour the family retired. In about an hour afterward the severe convulsions of Ida awakened an elder sister who occupied the bed with her, and who immediately aroused the family. Dr. W. W. Barnes, the family physician who lived near was called and he reached the bedside in a few minutes. This convulsion passed off and the young lady was rational for a few seconds but did not seem to realize her dangerous condition. She refused to take the medicines prescribed by the physician, and before further medical aid could be rendered another paroxysm seized her which resulted in her death. Sunday morning Dr. C. H. Jameson, Coroner, empaneled [sic] a jury of inquest, and "after viewing the body of dec'd, and after hearing the evidence of W. W. Barnes, M. D. and Mrs. Shuster, and the statement of Isaac Shuster" returned the following verdict: That Ida Shuster came to her death on the night of Sept. 12th, produced by taking strychnine, supposed to have been administered herself, procured from sources unknown to the jury. No reason could be assigned why the young lady should take her own life until the following facts were elicited: About one year ago, S. S. Kirkpatrick, a young man about twenty seven years of age, came to Farmerville and secured employment as druggist, he also secured board in the family of this young lady. The belief exists that by his assumed gentlemanly conduct, he won the confidence of the family; made vows of love to the young lady, and, by promise of an early matrimonial union, persuaded her to yield to his lecherous desires. On the other hand, it is asserted that no engagement of marriage ever existed between the parties, and that no satisfactory evidence of it has been produced. The truth or fallacy of these reports and assertions may, perhaps, be confirmed by future developments. It is certain, however, that Kirkpatrick left here early Thursday morning, and that the young lady died from the effects of strychnine soon after learning of his departure. This leads to the conclusion that his flight caused her to take the fatal drug to hid her shame and end her blighted life. The unfortunate young lady was interred in the Jewish cemetery at this place, at 4:30 p. m., Sunday. A large number of citizens attended her funeral, and had it not been for a misunderstanding as to the hour of burial there would have been a more general attendance. +++ The following telegram from Mr. W. S. B. Michiner, of Monroe, brother-in-law of Mr. S. S. Kirkpatrick - was received here, on Tuesday: "Has anything new developed? Give author of special to Shreveport Times of to-day. Notify blood thirsty citizens they can find Kirkpatrick. He has not fled as reported." There are no "blood-thirsty" citizens here, and any intimation to that effect is entirely gratuitous and unjust. Mr. Kirkpatrick's name is connected to some extent with the recent scandal. Abhorrence and some indignation was felt and expressed here at the bare thought of Miss Ida Shuster's death having resulted from wrong doing, but our people are law-abiding and, for the present, are deposed to accept the verdict rendered by the Coroner's jury as to the cause of her death. In case further developments make it apparent that the law has been violated, our citizens will aid in its speedy vindication. But we beg leave to assure Mr. Michiner that our people are not "blood thirsty."All the facts proper to publish, on connection with this unfortunate affair that we may be able to obtain will be given to the public through the columns of the HOME ADVOCATE; but our citizens are not blood thirsty. page 3 LOCALS. +++ [T]oo much rain. +++ Sweet potatoes retailed here to [da]y, on the streets, at fifty cents [per] bushel. +++ Workmen from Vicksburg are [fin]ally engaged completing the roof [?] Stein's new store. +++ The watermelon traffic is about over for the season. +++ $1.00 will buy a good axe and handle. $1.00 will buy 4 gallons of coal oil. $1.00 will bout 4 lbs of Rifle powder, at JAS. M. PARDUE'S, D'Arbonne, Union parish, La. +++ Our friend and upright citizen, [?] H. C. Turnage, gave us a pleasant call last Monday. +++ The Dedication Ball at Stein's spacious brick store-house, Monday night, will no doubt be a grand affair. The management is in good hands. +++ The Kirkpatrick -Shuster scandal has created some little excitement in our otherwise quiet town, but we trust that differences of opinion will not lead to personal ill feeling. +++ An insane Negro man, named Harrison Dyke, from the vicinity of Shiloh, was brought to this place last Monday and placed in jail. +++ Mr. J. A. B. Rabun has just received a supply of Choice Groceries, consisting of Sugar-cured Shoulders, S. C. Hams, Breakfast Bacon, Coffee, Lard, Etc., which he offers for sale under full guarantee at prices to suit the times. Give him a call. +++ The term of Col. O. C. Dawkin's prosperous school at Forest Grove, closes today. Mr. D. will apply himself assidiously [sic] to reading law. Miss Mollie Pickel's school at Oakland also closes a session, today. +++ Tax payers should read the notices of sheriff Pleasant and lose no time in settling up. The law compels Mr. Pleasant to collect taxes due on movable property and make his return, early in October. +++ Farmerville's energetic young lawyer, Jno. E. Everett, Esq., left Tuesday to visit friends and look after professional business of his firm at Shiloh and vicinity. He will probably be absent several days. +++ Rev. B. F. Platt, from the neighborhood of Marion, called at the ADVOCATE office, Thursday, and left with us several specimens of ore which seem to be rich in mineral deposits. +++ Mr. Geo. E. Murphy, one of Marion's most gentlemanly business men visited us Monday and had his name enrolled as a subscriber to the HOME ADVOCATE. +++ We regret to learn of the sad bereavement of our estimable parishioner, Mr. J. D. Roye, occasioned by the sudden death of his wife on the 3d inst., of heart disease, and by the death of his daughter - Mrs. F. L. Takewell, on Wednesday - of flux. +++ We had a pleasant call on Thursday from our most estimable friend J. R. Ramsey, Esq., in company with Maj. M. Reese Bryant, both of Homer, La. Mr. Ramsey was a resident of this place about thirty-five years ago, and, having many relatives and a host of friends here, says that he always feels very much at home when in Farmerville. Maj. Bryant has long been a prominent citizen of Homer, with whom we were glad to meet and renew an acquaintance formed many years ago. +++ GRAND DEDICATION BALL. Col. D. Stein will celebrate the completion of his mammoth new store-house Monday evening next by a grand ball in the new building, at which the votaries of Terpsichore will no doubt reap a rich harvest of enjoyment and at which, a rare opportunity for social communion will also be presented those who are not disposed to indulge in the "light fantastic." A glance at the names of the gentlemen who compose the different committees will prove a sufficient guarantee that the entertainment will be conducted in a careful, high toned manner. Committee on Arrangements: A. Stein, J. D. Baughman, E. S. Harris. Committee on Reception: J. A. Rabun, M. L. Levy, Ed. Haas. Committee on Refreshments: Eugene Stern, J. Stein, B. B. Heller. Tickets: $1.50. Ladies admitted free of charge. The right to refuse admission to any person is reserved by the committee on Reception on refunding the price of ticket. +++ Mr. Jno. M. Haynie, an enterprising farmer residing near Lone Well, paid the Advocate a visit last Monday. Mr. H. thinks we may expect many additional subscribers from his section of the parish soon. +++ MARRIED. SHAW - LEE. - At the residence of the bride's mother, near Shiloh, La., Sunday, Sept. 6th, 1885, by Rev. J. P. Everett, Mr. John T. Shaw to Miss S. Ellen Lee. An imperfect notice of the above happy event was inserted in last week's ADVOCATE; we now publish in corrected form and, with pleasure acknowledge the receipt of the customary printer's fee. We tender thanks for the substantial tribute and wishing our friends abundant present happiness indulge the hope that the mists of conjugal discontent may never obscure their matrimonial sky. +++ BASE BALL. The following is the score of a game of Base ball played between the Oakland and Cherry Ridge clubs, on the Oakland diamond, Saturday last: Cherry Ridge La. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Dock Neal 1 0 1 1 1 0 0 1 0 5 Hez McGough 1 0 1 0 1 0 0 1 0 4 J. M. Futch 1 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 7 I. N. Tucker 1 0 3 1 1 0 1 0 0 7 W. R. Tucker 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 1 5 Jas. Williams 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 5 B. F. Odom 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 4 D. T. Ferguson 1 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 3 [sic - 4] George Neal 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 2 Oakland La. W. A. Burk 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 2 4 G. A. Burk 1 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 1 4 E. L. Daniel 1 0 0 0 1 1 2 0 1 6 C. S. Baker 1 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 1 5 James Murphy 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 2 5 W. R. Slade 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 1 1 4 J. D. Clark 0 1 1 0 0 0 1 1 2 6 Buck Clark 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 2 3 John Murphy 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 3 Total: Cherry Ridge: 42, Oakland: 40. The next game will be played, Saturday Sept. 26 on the Cherry Ridge diamond.\ We are indebted to Mr. J. M. Futch of the Cherry Ridge club for the above report of the game, who authorizes us in behalf of his club to tender thanks to the Oakland nine for their hospitable reception and courteous treatment. +++ Mr. W. L. Slade, a prominent citizen of our parish, residing near Oakland, called at the Advocate Office Monday and handed in a large list of subscribers. Thanks. +++ We learn from Mr. W. L. Slade that the colored Methodists in his neighborhood have recently closed a very interesting protracted meeting at Antioch church. The services were conducted by Rev. Mr. Smith, the presiding elder, and resulted in fifty-one accessions to the church. On Sunday last, twenty-five of the new members were baptized by sprinkling and five by immersion. Mr. Slade says that more than 300 persons were in attendance, and considerable religious enthusiasm prevailed. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= The Friday, 25 September 1885 issue of the "Home Advocate" is missing from the LSU collection. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= ================================================================================= ================================================================================= OCTOBER 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 2 October 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 2 NEW ADVERTISEMENTS. +++ NOTICE OF ELECTION. Be it ordained by the Mayor and Aldermen of the town of Farmerville, La., in council convened that an election be and is hereby ordered at the court-house on Tuesday the 13th day of October, A. D. 1885, for or against the sale of intoxicating liquors, of the qualified voters of the town of Farmerville, La., and that J. E. Everett, W. T. Phillips and S. W. Shuster are hereby appointed commissioners to hold said election and make due return of same to the town clerk according to law. Passed and signed on this the 28th day of Sept. A. D. 1885. J. M. RABUN, Mayor Approved: I. Shuster, Town Clerk. +++ NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION. Land Office at New Orleans, La., Sept. 8th, 1885. [Notice that John J. Auld applied to purchase 120 acres of public land in Union Parish, northeast of Farmerville. His witnesses: Sam. Westbrook, Jno. Woodall, S. P. Douns, M. W. Scarborough, all of Union Parish. LOCALS page 3 +++ The little negro boy, Sam Dar___g, is still in jail. +++ Mr. J. D. Everett returned from Ruston last week. +++ Some repairs are being made round the jail by Mr. Wm. Turnage. +++ If you smoke, don’t neglect to call at J. A. B. Rabun’s and purchase a box of his prime Cigars. They are not only good, but they are cheap. +++ Mr. T. A. Dean brought some excellent beef to our market yesterday. +++ This section was visited by another heavy rain last Tuesday night. +++ Call at Stein’s new brick store for the latest styles of Dress Goods, Trimmings, etc. +++ We learn that Mr. J. B. Covington is quite sick at the residence of Mr. J. P. Fenton. +++ Mr. J. T. Covington has closed his term of teaching at Sardis, and will pass the winter here as salesman for F. Selig, agent. +++ One of our high parish officials wears a serenity of countenance and an excellant [sic] look as if a halo of bliss was soon to circumscribe his existence. Ditto, doctor. +++ For the present I will sell Blanch Flour 6.75 Cedar Valley 5.75 Bacon 8 ½ Coffee 12 ½ JAS. M. PARDUE. D’Arbonne, La. +++ Mr. Malcomb McFarland and his wife spent a day or two in town visiting their daughter Mrs. Dillard. "Uncle Mc" is one of our ablest and most estimable friends, and we are at all times proud to meet with him. He is also a staunch friend to the HOME ADVOCATE and we tender him our cordial thanks for the interest he evinces in its welfare. +++ Judge G. A. Kilgore, Jr., has returned from Ruston where he had been attending the District Court. +++ Cotton picking in some sections of our parish is progressing very rapidly. +++ Court of Appeals convenes at this place, Monday next - Judges George and Moncure presiding. We learn that there are only three cases on appeal from the District Court upon which to pass judgment. +++ I especially invite the Ladies to call and examine my new line of Hats, Bonnets and latest styles of all kinds of Millinery Goods. It has never been equalled [sic]. JACOB STEIN Sept. 25th. +++ Rev. A. T. Dacus, now residing near Moseley’s Bluff, was in town on business, Monday, and gave the ADVOCTAE a brief but pleasant call. +++ Misses Mollie and Bettie Smith, two charming young ladies of Meridian, were in town Wednesday visiting relatives. +++ Sheriff Pleasant returned Wednesday from Jackson, La., after safely conducting Harrison Dyke, a colored lunatic, to the asylum. +++ Remember that JACOB STEIN will furnish you more goods for your money than any House in North Louisiana, and will pay the highest prices for Cotton, either in cash or merchandise. Sept. 25th. +++ Mr. Saml. Smith, an estimable citizen of our parish residing near Conway, paid the ADVOCATE a visit and a subscription last Saturday. Thanks, for both. +++ Mr. W. J. Turnage, the efficient salesman of F. Selig has been quite sick for several days. We are glad to learn that he is some better. +++ The third game of base ball between the Oakland and Cherry Ridge clubs is to be played on Saturday, the 10th inst., on the Oakland diamond, if no change be made as to time or place. Both clubs are expected to do their best as this is the deciding game. +++ Mrs. M. Gehring has been severely sick during the past week but is now some better. A little son of Mr. J. M. Dawkins, and Master Joseph Goyne, have also been quite sick but are not now considered in danger. +++ D’ARBONNE. Mr. Jas. M. Pardue has established a mercantile business at the above named point situated on the Farmerville and Ruston road, about ten miles south-west of this place. Located in the midst of an industrious and thrifty community of people, and easily accessible to the V. S. & P. Railroad, Mr. Pardue is well prepared to furnish goods of any desired description at the very lowest prices. He recognizes the incalculable advantage of keeping his business prominently before the public by a judicious course of advertising and, being, withal, a genial gentleman of good business qualifications, his enterprise is rapidly assuming prosperous proportions. +++ Thanks to Mr. G. G. Copland [Copeland ?] of Shiloh, for his successful efforts toward increasing the subscription list of the HOME ADVOCATE. +++ There are several finely proportioned wood piles about town, and this is a wise provision to make in anticipation of the approaching winter. +++ Mr. Julius Arent, manager of S. Stein’s Grocery Emporium is prepared to furnish ICE By the quantity, or by retail. ICED LEMONADE, CANNED GOODS, FAMILY SUPPLIES, ETC. - ETC. - ETC. - ETC. - &C. At the very lowest prices. +++ Mr. W. S. Worthington authorizes us to state that he will furnish wood, of best quality, and deliver same at, $2 per cord. +++ Only three months more in the year 1885! We ask the friends of the HOME ADVOCATE to now redouble their efforts toward increasing and extending its circulation. The paper is now established upon an enduring bases, and we feel confident of being able to furnish subscribers with more than the value of the small amount charged for subscription. We earnestly request each one of our subscribers to send us at least one additional patron. +++ Dr. C. H. Jameson has returned from visiting friends and attending a camp meeting at Zion Hill, near Homer, in Claiborne parish. He reports good health, abundant corn crops and that the yield of cotton in that section will be much better than in Union parish, owing to the fact that there has been less rain in that section. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 9 October 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 2 +++ WHISKEY VS. TEMPERANCE. [Note: This editorial by Judge Thomas C. Lewis, III deals with the prohibition issue in Farmerville and Union Parish. Although prohibition apparently did not become a national issue until the early 1900s, it was a serious one in north Louisiana in the 1880s.] The Municipal Board of Farmerville have ordered an election to be held in this town, on Thursday, 15th inst., for or against the sale of intoxicating liquors. This action of the town council is prompted by a demand of the whiskey men, who desire license from some source to support them in the violation of a plain and stringent law. We propose to state our views on the question - since it is a question whether intoxicating liquors can be retailed here during the year under semblance of law - for the serious consideration of municipal tax-payers. The advocates of "license" contend that business is dull; that trade is drifting from this place to Ruston and other points; that whiskey is sold unlawfully and the public cheated of a large revenue; the drug stores sell an inferior article at an extortionary price and that the authorities must take matters in hand, right away, and, in order to quicken business, attract trade, and secure a revenue, should put in reach of the people a high grade of whiskey at low figures and in small quantities. Will prosperity be the fruit of such a policy? Can this be done lawfully? "Ay, there’s the rub," and the law "doth make cowards of us all." Will the retailing of whiskey here make business brisk? Yes; with the saloon-keeper, certainly. He will have a "high old time," and gather in the shekels as of old. There will be a constant jingling of glasses, gurgling of liquors from long-necked decanters, popping of corks from champagn [sic] and beer bottles, and a hilarious crowd to enliven his mind from "dewy morn" until the "wee sma’ hours of night." Oh! business will be brisk in his line. There will be a set of six at "jack-pot" - four-bits limit; four at "freeze-out" - two-bits "on the corner"; five at dice - ten cents a throw - and a festive crowd with billiard cues. Oh! won’t there be times? Will the retailing of liquor here attract trade to this place? Certainly. The red-nosed gentleman will visit us, and he and his allies will be posted on every corner and fortressed in every saloon. As soon as whiskey is "voted in" he will gather his grip-sack, accumulate his "hoodle" and perambulate himself to this point. To him, the rattle of the dice box is music, the ripple of the liquor is poetry and its color is fragrance. He has the rare accomplishment of imbibing the spirits with the grace and profusion of Baechus and of distributing his "hootle" with the prodigality of a lord. But a financial crisis comes. He has met "the boys" and is vanquished. He therefore takes a flank move under cover of night, on the hotel man and the saloonkeepers and shakes the dust of the town from his feet. But levity, aside. It is true that retailing intoxicating liquors here will attract a certain kind of trade to this point, and make business brisk in some houses. But the dealer in the necessities of life will be the sufferer. He is one who needs protection and encouragement by laws, and not the keepers of tippling houses, who are surplusages and enemies of morality, sobriety and good society. We don’t want drunkards attracted here, nor do we wish to see the saloon business brisk. By the aid of prohibition many a dollar has been saved in this parish this year and many a man will be enabled to pay his honest debts. Our town has been orderly and it has been possible for the ladies to go shopping and make social visits without hearing vulgarity and profanity, or being insulted by drunken vagabonds. Why should we desire to change this beneficent condition of society? But it is not true that the public revenues will be enhanced. If the whiskey men are successful in the election a contest is sure to come between the police jury and the mayor, and the courts will settle the controversy. The mayor will not have to pay the cost of these suits, the police jury will not nor will the whiskey men - the ones expecting to profit by this move, but the people will have the cost of these trials to pay, and the municipal tax-payers will have all the cost to pay on one side and part on the other, to settle. Then it is the interest of the citizens of town to settle this matter outside of the courts and the time to settle it is next Thursday. We believe that the election to be held Thursday next will be illegal, but as it is ordered, we trust those of our citizens who are in favor of pure society and a sober, law-abiding community will do all they can, legitimately, to defeat this project of the whiskey monster. The parish is greater than the town and the police jury has greater authority than the town council. The idea that the town council can amend an ordinance of the police jury bears an absurdity on its face. The courts will so decide the matter if it goes before them, but, it is the duty of citizens to keep it out of the courts and thus prevent costs. page 3 LOCALS +++ The stores here are well stocked with new good for the fall trade. +++ If you need HARDWARE, NAILS, STOVES, GUNS, PISTOLS, FINE CUTLERY, TIN-WARE CROCKERY WARE, or anything whatever in the line of DRY GOODS and GROCERIES, call at BAUGHMAN & STEINS. +++ Mrs. Gehring and Mr. W. J. Turnage are still quite sick. +++ Chincapins and hickory nuts are [n]ow abundant, and the little folks [a]re jubilant. +++ Mr. B. T. Hopkins, a merchant of Marion, was a visitor to our town on Monday. +++ WAGONS, BUGGIES and HACKS. J. STEIN’S Sept. 25th. +++ We were pleased to meet on the street, Monday, Mr. Oscar Birden, prominent citizen of Oakland. +++ Call at HEADQUARTERS for our Furniture. It is of a neat and substantial quality. J. STEIN Sept. 25th. +++ Messrs J. Marx & Bro. have filled their spacious building with a large and well selected stock of goods. +++ JACOB STEIN’S is Headquarters of best NEW-CROP FLOUR, and anything in the Grocery line. +++ The editor’s wife is under special obligation, to that most estimable lady, Mrs. H. L. Scott, for a substantial favor. +++ We learn that a little daughter of Mr. W. R. Lundy has been quite ill during the past week, but [is] now convalescent. +++ We regret to learn that Mr. F. [?] Mayo, Jr., is the victim of a severe attack of fever. We trust [th]at he may speedily recover. +++ Call at Stein’s new brick store [fo]r the latest styles of Dress [G]oods, Trimmings, etc. +++ Our former townsman, W. R. Mayo, Esq., has purchased a half interest in the Lowery City Times, [a] newspaper published in St. Clair county, Mo. +++ Mr. Jacob Stein has his goods handsomely arranged in his new building. +++ These enterprising merchants, Messrs Baughman & Stein, by liberal dealings, polite attention to customers, and by keeping their business prominently before the public through advertising mediums, are now, and will during the coming season reap a rich harvest of trade. They will pay the highest market price for cotton and will sell you Dry Goods and Groceries at the lowest living rates. They keep on hand a large and well selected Stock of the Latest Styles of Clothing; Ladies dress goods of the most fashionable fabrics, in great variety, Saddlery Furniture, etc., etc. All they ask is an examination of their Stock and a comparison of their prices. +++ Mr. M. Gehring will soon occupy the vacant house - formerly Fenton’s saloon - on Main street as his shoe shop. +++ Mr. C. Perry Cooper having closed his term of school at Paran Church, as commenced the study of pharmacy in the drug store of Dr. C. H. Jameson. +++ We are pained to learn that Dr. Oscar Thompson of Oakland came near meeting his death from the effects of chloroform last Monday. We are glad to state that he is on the grounds of recovery. +++ The mast on our bayous is moderately good, and wild duck hunting will soon be in order with those who have opportunities and inclination to indulge in this sport. +++ Dr. W. N. Grace and family moved to town Wednesday and are occupying the house owned and lately occupied by Mrs. Glasson. +++ Miss Lou Bruton of our town, having completed a successful term of teaching in the northern portion of the parish, returned home on Sunday. In behalf of her many friends the ADVOCATE extends her a cordial greeting. +++ Mr. W. R. Cox dropped in on the ADVOCATE yesterday to have the name of his son, in Webster parish, enrolled as a subscriber. This was indeed a laudable act. +++ A protracted meeting of the M. E. Church, South, at Minden, La., just closed, resulted in about seventy-five conversions and sixty accessing to the church. The services were conducted by Revs. J. T. Sawyer and J. J. Billinsly. +++ The ADVOCATE family return thanks for a treat of fresh oysters sent in by Mr. Julius Arent, the thoughtful manager of S. Stein’s "Delmonico" Saloon, with the compliments of the proprietor. May the opening of the shells of these bivalves be ominous of the opening of an era of increased prosperity to the donor. +++ The following cases were disposed of by the court of Appeals Thursday: E. J. Hart & Co. vs. Goyne & Dixon - Judgment of the District court affirmed. D. Stein & Co. vs. G. P. Thornton et. al. - Judgment affirmed. J. R. Shultz vs. O. C. Dawkins - Judgment affirmed. These were all the cases carried before this tribunal for adjudication. +++ We are authorized to announce that there will be preaching at the Methodist church, this place, on Sunday next, 11 o’clock, a. m. by Rev. Mr. Davies; at night by Rev. R. S. Colier. The services will probably be protracted several days. +++ An esteemed friend in the person of Mr. E. B. Bolton, of Shiloh, enlivened the ADVOCATE office by a visit on Wednesday. Mr. B. is one of the oldest and most highly respected citizens of that section. He is now verging upon 77 years of age; but time seems to have been lenient with him, and the casual observer would not judge him to be more than fifty years. +++ We were proud to meet, on Tuesday, Senator E. T. Sellers, who was in town to attend a meeting of the School Board. He informs us that health in his section has considerably improved but brings a rather discouraging report as to the yield of cotton. +++ Our young friend W. N. McFarland left on Saturday last for Nashville, Tenn., to resume his studies at the Normal College in that city. Willie is a worthy young gentleman in every respect, and carries with him the best wishes of a large circle of friends and relatives. +++ We were misinformed and therefore in error last week in stating that Mr. J. T. Covington would pass the winter in Farmerville as salesman for Mr. F. Selig. We have since learned that Mr. C. has made other arrangments [sic]. +++ Geologist Johnson and Expert Enderle, came, saw and - have gone their way. The report of Maj. Enderle, from this parish, will be found published on our second page to which we direct attention. The most valuable deposits were found in the southern portion of our parish near Downsville, and on the places of Senator Sellers, Shep. Aulds and Edward Wallace. We learn from Senator Sellers that Prof. Johnson contemplates re-visiting this parish at an early date to further prosecute his examination of ore deposits. +++ The third and decisive game of base ball between the Oakland and Cherry Ridge clubs will be played on the Oakland diamond Saturday, the 17th inst. We are informed by a member of the Oakland nine that the score of the second game was forwarded to this office with a request to publish. It has thus far failed to reach us. The points, however, were: Oakland 36, Cherry Ridge 26. +++ Mr. G. A. Bruton, one of our best citizens, residing in the vicinity of Marion, sustained a serious injury last Saturday at Mr. M. H. Stancell’s gin. A piece of the cotton press fell on his foot and crushed his toes so badly that it is probably they will have to be amputated. We sympathize with friend George in his suffering and trust that the worst may not be resorted to by the surgeon. OBITUARIES. +++ At the residence of her son, near Marion, La., Mrs. Kitty M. Roye, wife of Mr. J. D. Roye, died of heart disease - 3d of Sept., 1885. The deceased was the oldest child of Samuel and Winey Hollis and was born in Hall county, Ga., in 1821. When twelve years of age she moved with her parents to Awtaga [Autauga] county, Ala. She was married to J. D.Roye, March 5th, 1841 in Coosa county, Ala. In 1848, she moved with her husband to Louisiana, settling in Union parish. She was the mother of nine children four only of whom were living at the time of her death to mourn her departure. In 1842 she joined the Methodist Church and continued a member of it until 1862 when she united to the Methodist Baptist church, at Concord, of which she was a faithful, and active member until her death. By her demise the community have lost a benevolent lady the church a true member and her family a relation whose place can never be as lovingly filled. In the hours of their bitter bereavement we would point to the name of Jesus as the only name known to men where relief can be found in the time of deep distress. +++ Died, of flux, at her husband’s home near Marion, La., Sept. 16th, 1885; in the 32d year of her age, Mrs. Martha L. Takewell, wife of W. R. Takewell and daughter of J. D. and Kitty M. Roye. The deceased was born in Union parish, La., 1853, and was married to W. R. Takewell Dec., 1869. In 1877 she united herself with the Concord Missionary Baptist church of which she continued a member until her death. She was a kind lady, a good mother, and leaves five small children, who with their father, feel bitterly their loss. [Note: This obituary is very faint. Her middle initial appears to be an “L”, but it could be “B” or another letter.] ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 16 October 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 3 LOCALS +++ Capt. J. M. Rabun , departed Monday for Monroe. +++ The Colored Baptist Association begins in this town Saturday. +++ A school is being taught in town [b]y Miss Mollie Pickle. +++ Business is on an increasing boom in our town. +++ Major Daniel Stein returned from Monroe Tuesday. +++ Dr. C. H. Jameson is on a visit [to] Claiborne parish. +++ Mr. Brit Honeycutt is building [a] residence in town, north of the Academy. +++ Rev. J. R. Edwards will preach [fo]r the Baptist[s] of this town the following year. +++ Stein’s new building is being finally filled with fancy goods of all description. +++ Mr. W. S. Turnage is able to again walk about town. We hope his recovery is permanent. +++ Mrs. Jonas Wolfe, of Ouachita City, is visiting in town among her friends and relatives. +++ Mr. Samuel Baker was quite sick Saturday, but is now able to walk around town. +++ Mr. E. A. Andrews, of White [?], Texas, is visiting relatives [in] our parish. His visit here may be permanent. +++ Mr. J. M. Lee, Jr. is moving [to] town and will occupy the house formerly occupied by J. R. Shultz. +++ For the last week farmers have had fine weather for gathering their cotton. +++ Squirrels and partridges are numerous in the woods and ducks are [?] in the bayou. +++ Mr. E. Brunner, of New Orleans, [is] in town visiting relatives and looking after his affairs in this section. +++ Mr. R. B. Dawkins has finished his school at Mt. Olive and is now in town to remain for the winter. +++ Mr. --- Lowe and family of Ashley county, Ark., are visiting Mrs. Jane Glasson, his mother-in-law, in town. +++ Nothing is more pleasant at this time than a vigorous fire and leisure time to enjoy its warmth-imparting glow. +++ The Methodist protracted meeting closed Monday night. There were no accessions to the church. Sermons were delivered by Rev. Williams and Davies. +++ Judges George and Moncure left for Shreveport Saturday morning. Those two distinguished judges are in seemingly fine health. +++ Mr. Jas. Rabun, Capt. Jno. M. Rabun and Mr. S. S. Kirkpatrick arrived in town from Monroe Wednesday evening. The latter comes for the purpose of appearing before the coroner’s jury in regard to the Ida Shuster suicide. +++ Mr. J. Hal Thompson, of Texas is visiting friends near town. He is looking to be in robust health. +++ There was not much interest manifested on either side in the election here Thursday. Only 63 votes were polled 32 “for license” and 31 “against license”. +++ The Republicans have carried Ohio by a small majority of a little over a thousand. This state gave Blain last fall twenty or thirty thousand majority. +++ The trial of Ad. Maclin is in progress at Warren, Ark. Over one hundred witnesses have been summoned, many of whom are of this parish. It is supposed the trial will last three weeks. +++ Judge G. H. Ellis and wife, of Bastrop, arrived in our town Tuesday and are registered at the Hartman house. Expounding law and dispensing justice appear to be congenial to the judge[’]s nature, as we never saw him looking better than at present. We were honored by an exceedingly pleasant call Wednesday from this gentleman. The Judge is one of our well-wishes [sic] and we are always[s] proud to see him. +++ Our editor is confined to his bed with sickness this week, so we ask the indulgent patrons of this paper not to, “view us with a critic eye,” as we are strangers in editorial duties. +++ Hon. Charles Parlange, state Senator from Point Coupee parish, has been appointed United States District Attorney for the Eastern District of this State. He is a young man of ability and one of the leaders of Reform Democracy of Louisiana. This is another popular key Senator Gibson has struck in his political play in this State. We want the Senator to continue his good work and in 1888 the people will endorse his course by the overthrow of ring rule in Louisiana. +++ MARRIED. At the home of the bride[’]s parents in Ruston, Thursday, Miss May Kidd to Mr. J. M. Smith, by the Rev. Mr. Friley. The bride is an accomplished young lady and the daughter of one of the wealthiest merchants of North Louisiana, while the groom is a young gentleman of many excellent parts and is our efficient and obliging clerk of the court and recorder. We tender them our blessings. And may they sail quietly, peacefully and joyously over the sea of conjugality without ever striking brakers or being tossed and worried by the storms of Adversity. +++ The State Normal S[c]hool at Natchitoches will open its next session on the 2d of November. Board while in attendance at this institution can be procured at $14.00 for young ladies, and $11.50 for young men, including lights, fuel and washing. These are reasonable prices and those intending to make teachers of themselves should avail themselves of this excellent opportunity to thoroughly prepare themselves for their calling. The session continu[e]s for six months, during a part of the year when many parish schools are closed, competent teachers are in demand in this state and such always obtain handsome pay. Therefore it is to teachers interest to attend this training school. +++ This is the season “which the leaves begin to turn” and the ’simmon [persimmon] to soften and assume its mellow state. The negro and ’possum rejoice alike in the advent of fall, but the ’possums joy is destined to wind up with a grin and a surrender of all his rights, privileges and immunities in this country, while the joy of the negro increases more and more unto the entrance of the next season. To the average colored citizen, there is no dish so enticing, no chase so enrapturing, no quadruped of more loveable parts than the ’possum. The fourteenth amendment lighteth his torch, tooteth his horn, collecteth about him his “perps” and shoves himself into the darkness and thicket in quest of the innocent beast. The baked ’possum well sustained by potatoes that did not come by the “straight and narrow way” is a delicacy which richly feeds the negros system and makes his soul rejoice aloud by its sweetness. There is no flesh so seducing to the colored man’s appetite as this, unless it be the tender meat of a fat spring pullet captured in his perambulations from divine service. +++ Teachers holding certificates from the Examining Board of Union parish La., for the year 1885: GRADE ONE. Misses Mollie E. Pickel, Bella Stewart, Lou Bruton, Catherine Gunby, and Messrs. R. A. James, R. B. Dawkins, W. N. McFarland, O. C. Dawkins, J. D. Byrum, E. M. Corry and J. B. Covington. GRADE TWO. Misses Leslie A. Hammock, T. C. Staples, G. J. Gunby, Marie Fenton, Mrs. R. E. Wade, and Messrs W. R. Roberts, Chas. Gunby, W. J. Scaifer, J. T. Covington, J. W. Carmichael, O. H. Nicholas (Col.) Jas. Bolls, B. O. Hushbrook, L. R. Hester, A. H. Burch, C. H. Nelson, H. S. Stephenson (Col) and W. W. Baker. GRADE THREE. Misses S. E. Gilbert, M. E. Low, Mattie Hamilton, Mattie Pickel, M. E. Fight, S. A. Henry, Bettie Chiaholun, Mitsie Hodge, Fannie Smith, Harriet Harper, Celestia Parks, Mrs. A. E. Corland, Messrs. J. M. Gore, Prince Jones (Col.), R. W. Batem (Col.), S. S. Gray, (Col.) S. S. Rogers, (Col.), C. A. Love, J. W. Mason, C. Perry Cooper, Jno. Odom, J. W. Ames, (Col.), S. B. Pinckney, (Col.), L. A. Phillipan (Col.), Lang Bryant and --- Caldwell. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 23 October 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 2 +++ THE IDA SHUSTER SUICIDE. Coroner’s Jury again in Session. The original verdict not changed. Synopsis of S. S. Kirkpatrick’s Testimony. The Coroner’s jury was again convened on Monday last for the purpose of further investigating the mystery connected with the death of Miss Ida Shuster at this place, on the 12th September. While the evidence adduced fails to criminate any one as accessory to her death, and, therefore, does not justify the jury in changing the verdict they had rendered, it tends to confirm the opinion that the suicide was not the result of a voluntary, matured determination on the part of the young lady to put an end to her existence. Mr. S. S. Kirkpatrick, whose name has been mentioned in connection with this sad affair, promptly appeared before the jury and testified in a straight-forward, explicit manner as to the facts within his knowledge. Our space will not permit the publication of the entire evidence, neither do we deem it important that we should do so; but, in justice to Mr. Kirkpatrick and others concerned, we append the substance of his - Mr. K’s - testimony: “S. S. Kirkpatrick sworn, says: I was acquainted with Miss Ida Shuster. I do not know of her having any poison administered. She never asked me to prepare poison for her. She expressed no desire to end her life after becoming aware of her condition. I knew her condition for three or four months; during this time I believe she asked me to prepare, or procure her medicine to produce an abortion. I procured none to have that effect. When she made these requests she did not threaten to end her life in case I did not procure the medicine. I do not know of my own knowledge or from any source what caused her death. I never promised to marry Miss Ida. I had conversations with Ida the latter part of April or the first of May, and she informed me of her condition. I then asked her if her other knew it and she said not. I told her to notify her mother and that I would do all I could to shield her shame. She notified me the night following that she had so informed her mother. I never advised her to have an abortion produced. I left that entirely with her. I was the druggist in this town. Ida, nor any member of the Shuster family, ever procured of my knowledge any extract of cotton root or ergot from my drugstore. I did not carry a vial of extract of cotton root to Ida. A few days before I left here I prepared it at her instance. She stated that she wanted it to try to produce an abortion. I sat the vial on a table in my room in the drug-store, and I think Jas. Underwood emptied it in the original bottle. She asked me to bring it but I declined to do so. I do not know nor have I any way of accounting for Ida’s knowledge of the effects of this medicine except that her mother had some Medical works in the house. The night before I left here I said to some one to let me know if anything happened at Shuster’s. I requested this because I naturally inferred and believed that her mother would make an effort to produce an abortion. I inferred this from no real cause further than that Mrs. Shuster had a knowledge of her daughter’s condition, and that she attempted to force me to a marriage contract with her daughter. I had carried no medicine to the Shuster family a few days before I left; it might be that I carried a box of pills or magnesia. I have not the slightest idea what caused Ida’s death. STATE ITEMS. +++ The infant son of the editor of the Ruston Caligraph crawled into a fire and was severely burned before being discovered. +++ An alligator ten feet long, with two well developed heads, was captured in Bayou Lacache, Terrebonne parish. +++ [From the] Monroe Bulletin: The popular Poplar Bluff has undergone a thorough course of repairs and will be ready for the first rise in the river. We understand that Messrs. Rabun and Brunner are having another boat built for the up trade which they propose to control. The new boat will be ready for the opening of business. +++ SUCCESSION SALE. Succession of John Bearden, dec’d. [Administrator J. P. Montgomery will sell on Saturday, 14 Nov 1885, 320 acres in eastern Union Parish] page 3 LOCALS +++ The Supreme Court is in session at Shreveport. +++ There was singing at the Methodist church Wednesday night. +++ New No. 1 MACKEREL at Retail and by the kit at S. STEIN’S +++ Mr. J. D. Everett is visiting relations and, and who else? at Shiloh. +++ We had light frosts in this section Wednesday and Thursday mornings. +++ Having purchased the Drugs of the late firm of S. S. Kirkpatrick & Co., I am now prepared to fill all orders in this line. JACOB STEIN +++ Mrs. Manning returned a few days ago from visiting her daughter, Mrs. Lott, at Ruston. +++ There [sic] is nothing new at Oakland “except Jas. Murphy’s suit, and that is a daisy.” +++ Some of our townsmen have been summoned to appear before the United States court at Monroe next week, as witnesses. +++ Our former parishioner, Mr. J. M. Defee, was in town this week, with a large drove of ponies, etc. +++ Last Friday five negro men were incarcerated in jail as accessories to the shooting of Wesley Davis, by Silas Jackson, near Spearsville, on 11 inst. +++ There were no Times-Democrats nor Picayunes brought to this office by Wednesday’s mail. Where does the fault lie and at whose door? +++ The weather for the last week has been beautiful, and farmers are gathering their cotton rapidly, but it is being brought to town very slowly. +++ FRESH OYSTERS. We have made arrangements to be supplied with FRESH OYSTERS, on Ice, twice a week or offener if required. They will be served or delivered to families on their arrival, if orders are left at our store. We warrant them to be FRESH and of the very best kind. If not satisfactory no charge will be made. Received on Tuesdays and Fridays. For strict cash only. S. STEIN per J. Arent, Manager. +++ Mr. J. A. B. Rabun is still further improving the appearance of his business establishment. His enterprise is truly commendable. +++ Mr. Isidore Neuhauser, formerly with D. Stein & Co., arrived from New Orleans, Wednesday. He will clerk for F. Selig, Ag’t., during this season. +++ Mr. H. E. Bowen, of Conway, was in town Monday, and paid the ADVOCATE a brief visit. He states that fever of the typhoid type prevails to some extent in his section. +++ Mr. J. M. Smith in the midst of his conjugal fel[i]city did not forget the printers. The ADVOCATE takes this occasion to tender him thanks for his kind rememberances [sic]. +++ Mr. J. B. Covington has moved to Shiloh and will take an active interest in the immense mercantile business of Messrs. J. R. Fuller & [Co] of that place, during the coming season. +++ When you visit town, if you need covering for your pedal extremities, call on Mr. M. Gehring in the building formerly occupied by Mr. Geo. Fenton as a grocery, on Main street. +++ We do not believe it exaggerating when we say the number of colored people in attendance at the Gum Spring Baptist Association in this place last Sunday was fully three thousand souls. The Association began Friday and closed Tuesday evening. +++ Thanks to David Arent, Esq., for copies of the Washington Evening Star, Greely (Col.) Tribune and also the proceedings of the Grand Consistory of 32d Degree Scottish Rite, in and for the State of Louisiana, of which body Mr. A. is an honored member. +++ Why does Tillman Phillips smile? Dr. Grace can probably answer your interrogatory, as he was at Tillman’s house when happiness began to dawn in Tillman’s eyes. +++ Mr. J. C. Cargill has purchased two stores for the Methodist Church at this place, which will perhaps obviate the necessity of the Methodist Sabbath School “going into winter quarters”. Messrs J. Marx & Bro., very generously furnished the stoves at less than their cost price. +++ MARRIED. COPELAND - MCCULLER. - Tuesday, Oct. 6, 1885, at the residence of W. R. Roberts, near Shiloh, La., Mr. Wm. M. Copeland to Miss Cornelia McCuller, both of Union parish La. +++ Two negro boys were put in jail last Friday evening for attempting an outrage on the person of an old negro woman, near Shiloh. The incarceration of these two prisoners swells the number of jail inmates to eight, all colored, and all awaiting a preliminary hearing before Judge Young, when he convenes court here next month. +++ Miss Emma Cooper has returned from a prolonged visit to her relatives in our sister State of Arkansas. Miss Emma is one of our most charming young ladies, and her return is hailed with delight by her numerous associates and admirers. +++ The editor of the ADVOCATE was the recipient of many kindnesses and other sympathetic attentions from numerous friends during his late severe illness, for which he tenders his hearty thanks. He is especially grateful to Maj. J. Donley for prompt service in calling a physician, at night, at the most critical moment of a sudden attack. +++ The ADVOCATE acknowledges a pleasant call on Tuesday from Mr. David Jones, one of the most progressive and enterprising farmers of our parish, residing in the vicinity of Oakland. Mr. Jones has promised to report the result of several agricultural experiments made by him during the year which we will publish for the benefit of our readers. +++ Mr. Julius Arent, the ever obliging manager of the “DELMONICO” OYSTER SALOON, understands exactly how to treat the editor of this paper, and has given the substantial illustration of his generosity which is much appreciated, and for which we tender him thanks. Fresh oysters, on ice, received on Tuesdays and Fridays of each week at the “Delmonico” +++ Why should the good citizens of Farmerville be disturbed at night by pistol shooting, such as was heard Tuesday night? We remember that several of our ‘youngbloods’ were arrested last Spring, carried before mayor Poer, and a fine imposed for indulging into creations (?) of that kind. If the prohibitory ordinance has been repealed it should be re-enacted and rigidly enforced. +++ When you sell your cotton, corn, fodder, poultry and other farm products, don’t neglect to call at the ADVOCATE office and settle the small pittance due for subscription. We are very much in need of what is due us, and all subscriptions paid previous to the 1st of December will be receipted for at Cash in advance rates. Pay up and save fifty cents on the year’s subscription. +++ BASE-BALL. Cherry Ridge Vs. Oakland. The third and decisive game of base-ball between the Cherry Ridge and Oakland clubs was played on the Oakland diamond, last Saturday, and resulted in a victory for the Oakland contestants. The Oakland nine played only eight innings. The weather was delightful and much interest was evinced by the assembled spectators. The following is the score by innings: Oakland, 4 8 4 3 8 12 0 3 42 Cherry Ridge 3 2 0 7 1 1 2 5 0 21 On the Oakland side a beautiful one hand catch, in left field, was made by E. Slade. One double play was made from W. K. Slade to Daniel, and to Jas. Murphy. On the Cherry Ridge side a beautiful one hand catch in center field by Tucker, whose playing throughout the game was splendid. He succeeded in handling every ball in his field. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 30 October 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 3 LOCALS. +++ Mrs. W. J. Pickel has been sick several days with pneumonia. +++ A great many bales of the “fleecy” staple were sold to our merchants, Saturday. +++ Uncle Isaac Shuster has been limping several days with a sprained ancle [ankle]. +++ Wednesday was the first day we have had this season that felt like winter. +++ Thanks to Mr. G. G. Copeland for additions to our subscription list, since our last issue. +++ Squirrels are becoming numerous in the swamps of D’Arbonne, Cornie and other streams in this parish. +++ Yes, he was on time to see the fire Monday night, nor did he delay the alarm until next morning. [There is no indication to what this item referred.] +++ The repairs on the court house were none too soon. Nor has too much repairing been done to this building. +++ Wood for the last two weeks has found ready sale in town. Wood choppers are now in demand. +++ The elements wear a threatening garb and we will not be surprised at plenty of rain. +++ Mr. Thos. Seals is erecting a bridge over the slough in D’Arbonne swamp on the Farmerville and Monroe road. +++ The very best place to sell your cotton. I will duplicate the price of “the staple” in any market in North Louisiana. There is no doubt whatever of this, and will pay in cash, or goods at the lowest prices. JACOB STEIN. +++ Miss Nannie, daughter of W. P. Smith, of Port Union, is visiting her friends in town. We wish her a pleasant sojourn among us. +++ The ADVOCATE was honored on Saturday by pleasant calls from Capt. Jas. Edmonds and Judge W. R. Roberts, of Shiloh. +++ We are authorized to announce that Eld. S. C. Lee will preach at the Baptist Church, this place, on the second Sunday in November and the Saturday preceding. +++ A certain fellow in town said he had a splendid dinner the other day, and being asked what it was said: “Two big ’possums.” We judge he had plenty also. +++ Mr. J. A. B. Rabun is almost constantly receiving fresh groceries, which he warrants of the best quality at as low prices as can be furnished in this section. +++ District Court, civil term, convenes at Farmerville next Monday. Litigants will find it to their interest to be promptly on hand with all their witnesses. +++ Messrs. Powell and Wheelis, of Marion, that flourishing little city beyond the L’Outre, were in our city Monday. Both these gentlemen wear “good clothes” and ex other signs of prosperity. +++ John Defee had two assess [asses ?] in town last week. It was certainly the time for the lawyers to have made elocution a special study - the law students at least should have taken lessons. +++ Mr. H. M. Jameson of Vernon, La. - mother of our townsman, Dr. C. H. Jameson - is visiting relatives and friends of this place and vicinity. She is an excellent lady, beloved by all who know her. +++ The cry of Fire! Fire! On last Monday night at about 10 o’clock created a sensation and some alarm. In a few minutes many of our citizens were at the residence of Mr. G. Hartman, the scene of the fire caused from an exploding lamp. The flame was immediately extinguished, and no damage done except the loss of one bed, bedding, etc. CONWAY ITEMS. +++ A little boy son of Mr. _____ Traylor had the misfortune to break his arm a few days ago. +++ “That blessed child” - one of the masculine gender - has made his appearance at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Dan Abbott. +++ Mr. John Haynie, an enterprising farmer of this parish, had the misfortune to have nearly all the fencing around his premises destroyed by fire a few days ago. He strongly suspects that some miscreant, instigated by malice or through some other evil motive, was instrumental in this work of destruction. +++ We deeply sympathize with our young townsman, W. J. Turnage in the severity of his affliction. He is still on the sick list, but we are glad to state is now improving. +++ Some enterprising young men of our town are speaking of buying an outfit of musical instruments and organizing a brass band. This is a laudable move, boys; so push ahead. We wish you god speed in the undertaking. +++ The citizens of Oakland neighborhood commenced last Monday moving the church building from its old site to Oakland. This move will certainly be more convenient to the people and beneficial to the church, as business in the town of Oakland will not as heretofore interfere with the membership in their church attendance Saturday meetings. +++ We have had a favorable fall for cotton picking up to the present week. During the unfavorable weather for picking, we presume our farmers will gin and bring to market that picked out. The farmers throughout the parish have wisely paid attention to picking their cotton during favorable weather rather than hurrying it on the market. +++ We will furnish the HOME ADVOCATE and Home and Farm, one year, for $1.35. The Home and Farm is a popular agricultural paper published at Louisville Ky., and is so well known in this section as to need no further comment from us. This is an extraordinary offer which may be withdrawn in a few weeks, and all who desire to take advantage of it should do so at once. +++ Mr. T. J. Grafton, one of the most enterprising farmers of our parish, presented us on Wednesday with several fine specimens of what is called the “Providence” sweet potato. This is a new and, no doubt, excellent variety of potato, much resembling the yam and of prolific yield. Mr. Grafton states that it was imported from Florida a few years ago where it was first discovered growing in an old Indian field, without cultivation. +++ A. B. MACKLIN ACQUITTED. Bradl[e]y County Ark. Special to The Times Democrat. Little Rock, Oct. 24 - A. B. Macklin was convicted of the murder of Mr. Griffith in Chicot county and sentenced to be hanged in 1884. The Supreme Court of Arkansas granted him a new trial. He took a change of venue from Chicot to Bradley county. This morning the new trial ended by the jury returning a verdict of “not guilty.” Griffith was buying cattle at the time he was killed. It is supposed he was killed for his money. The verdict as returned by the jury in the case of Add. Macklin is one that is thought to be correct by his friends in Union parish, notwithstanding there were some circumstances which pointed to his guilt. Since his previous trial, in which he was convicted and sentenced to be hanged, his father, a good Christian gentleman, loved and admired by all who knew him, was brought to his grave, no doubt, by grief. Through “Add” is vindicated by the verdict of twelve jurors, his accusation and trials have no doubt cursed Union parish to be loser of one of her best citizens in the death of Dr. Macklin. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= NOVEMBER 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 6 November 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 3 [Note: the left margin is cut off this issue, causing many words to be illegible.] LOCALS. +++ ___ay weather this week, and a [?] time for outdoor work. +++ [Ve]ry few people have been in [atten]dance on court this week. +++ [Mr.] M. Gerhing keeps on hand [an as]sortment of shoes of his own [?]. Save up your money until [you a]re able to purchase good [?] of some manufacture. Sat[isfact]ion guaranteed. +++ [We] congratulate Mr. and Mrs. [?] Lee upon the birth of a [? - son/baby]. +++ [Pre]aching to morrow and the [follow]ing day, at the Baptist [Chur]ch, by Eld. S. C. Lee. +++ [Mr.] A. T. Lott, of Ruston, is [visiting ?] her mother and other relatives [o]f this place. +++ [Mr.] J. R. Shultz has moved to [?] H. Thompson place about [? mi]les west of town. +++ Two Negroes, who were in [jail cha]rged with outraging a ne[gro woman n]ear Shiloh were taken out [of jail on] Thursday on bail. +++ [Mr.] J. G. Lee left on Monday [to re]sume his studies in the [Un]iversity at Baton Rouge. [He i]s an energetic young gen[tleman] of good habits. We pre_____ [? - predict of ] him a successful future. +++ [First several words destroyed] Methodist church, this place on Tuesday night of each week, by the choir. All who delight in music should attend and participate. +++ Miss Jessie Thompson, a highly educated and accomplished young lady, is teaching a school of interesting pupils at the residence of her mother, in town. +++ Mr. J. M. Lee, Jr., our efficient assessor, has moved to the place formerly occupied by Mr. J. R. Shultz. We welcome him as a citizen of our town. +++ Mr. W. S. Worthington has succeeded admirably in the culture of sweet potatoes, judging by the samples which he kindly left at this office last Friday. +++ In these days of push, the business man who fails to keep his business prominently before the public by advertising is very apt to “get left” +++ Mrs. H. L. Scott has our thanks for a sample bottle of tomato catsup of her own manufacture. It is excellent, and, to our mid, superior to that usually found in market. +++ Maj. Donley, “mine host” of the Donley hotel, has his hands full this week, attending to the comfort of his numerous guests; but he is equal to any emergency. +++ The five Negroes who were in jail for being accessories in shooting another negro near Spearsville in September had a trial Friday last and were let out on bail. +++ We learn from Dr. C. H. Jameson that the family of Mr. J. G. Davis, our artist, now numbers three. The third member of the family arrived last Tuesday evening, and is of the gentle sex. Mr. Davis, of course, is proud. +++ Mrs. J. M. Smith has been visiting relatives at Ruston, this week, and our usually cheerful clerk of the Dist. Court would probably have been afflicted with the “blues,” had it not been for his multifarious duties incident to the court now in session. +++ We are pleased to note that the population of Shiloh was increased, on October 31st, by the advent of a nine pound boy at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Larkin Breed. We congratulate the happy parents. +++ The heavy rains Tuesday and Wednesday nights were calculated to harass the feelings of farmers who, through misfortune or other causes, are backward in cotton picking. We need rain for the purposes of making our streams navigable, but can better afford to dispense with navigation than to have any interference with saving the crops which have caused so much toil and upon the products of which so many hopes are based. +++ The ADVOCATE had a large list of subscribers at Shiloh and the surrounding country, and it would no doubt be much to the interest of the merchants of that town to advertise their business therein. Come, gentlemen, don’t keep your light “under a bushel” but let the public know what you have for sale, giving prices when possible - as nothing catches the eye more readily than a dollar mark. +++ Mr. D. H. Hodges, from near Stein’s Bluff, gave us a visit on Saturday and reports that the farming brother-hood in his section are much encouraged by obtaining a somewhat better yield from cotton crops than was, for a time, anticipated. He reports that he has a large area of land which is undoubtedly rich in iron ore as judged by surface indications. Mr. Hodges has our thanks for expressions of interest in behalf of the ADVOCATE, evidenced by his successful efforts in extending its circulation. +++ DISTRICT COURT. A non-jury term of the District Court convened at this place on Monday last. His Honor, Judge John Young, was promptly on hand seemingly in more vigorous health than at the time of his last visit, in July. The officers of court occupied their respective stations and at the appointed hour Deputy Sheriff J. C. Montgomery announced that court was duly opened pursuant to adjournment. The following cases have been fixed for trial during next week: MONDAY, NOV. 9. J. W. Frellson vs. W. B. Wheelis; W. S. Nicholson & Co., intervenors. Wm. Crow vs. T. L. Holloway. TUESDAY, NOV. 10. H. E. Moseley vs. W. R. Lunday, Estate of Jas. Graves, J. M. Lee, Adm., vs. W. F. McQueen. WEDNESDAY, NOV. 11. J. N. Hoffman vs. Mrs. J. C. Moore and husband. Estate of Geo. Defee. J. W. Bagwell, husband vs. Belle Bearden, wife. THURSDAY, NOV. 12. G. F. & C. E. Brown vs. [rest destroyed]. FRIDAY, NOV. 13. D. N. Holloway vs. R. Pl Pleasant, sheriff, et. al. W. R. Lunday [rest destroyed]. We notice the following named visiting attorneys in attendance: Messrs. J. W. Holbert and E. H. McClendon, of Homer; Judge F. M. Graham, Judge G. L. Gaskins, Hon. Allen Barksdale, and Hon. W. A. Vanhook, of Ruston, and Col. T. O. Benton, of Monroe. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 13 November 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 3 LOCALS. +++ Mr. John Ramsey has bought the livery stable from Mr. Lee [Ba]ker. +++ This week the weather has been delightful and we presume that farmers have profited by it. +++ Mr. H. W. Ramsey and daughter, Miss Allie, have been visiting relatives in town this week. +++ Mr. M. Gerhing keeps on hand an assortment of shoes of his own make. Save up your money until you are able to purchase good shoes of home manufacture. Satisfaction guaranteed. +++ Mrs. Griffin and her daughter, Miss Ida, are in town attending court. +++ Jacob Stein was Farmerville’s only representative at the opening of the Exhibition Tuesday. +++ Mr. Brit Honeycutt has moved into his new residence, north of the academy building. +++ The Poplar Bluff reached Farmerville landing Tuesday night. This is the first boat of the season on the D’Arbonne. +++ Fresh GROCERIES and VEGETABLES received daily at S. Stein’s Grocery. October 23. +++ Col. Benton returned to Monroe Sunday, and Messrs. Graham and Gaskins, left us Saturday for their homes in Ruston. +++ An old and much esteemed friend in the person of Mr. T. J. Moore, of Shiloh, gave us a pleasant call on Wednesday. +++ Our former townsman F. H. Cann, Esq., now a resident of Ouachita parish, has been attending court here for several days. He looks as natural - except somewhat more “hefty”, - as in ante-bellum days when he figured as one of the “b’boys” of Farmerville. He is an excellent gentleman. +++ Our customers and the public generally are hereby notified that we have just received, per steamer Poplar Bluff, an assortment of NEW GOODS of every variety which we offer at Prices that defy competition. BAUGHMAN & STEIN. +++ The editor’s family is indebted to Mrs. H. L. Scott for a fine lot of Irish potatoes of fall growth, and of good size. +++ We regret to learn that Mr. H. L. Liggen, formerly a citizen of this parish, died at Jackson, La., on the 4th inst. +++ Canned goods of all kinds, Fresh Cabbage, Choice Hams, Cheese, etc., for sale at RABUN’S. Nov. 13th +++ Mr. Malcomb McFarland spent a couple of days in town during the week and he never forgets the ADVOCATE. He brings a favorable report and a subscription from his section of the parish. +++ FOR SALE. My farm situated four miles east of Farmerville with good dwelling and out-buildings, plenty of good water and timber. Located convenient to good schools, and in one of the best neighborhoods in Union Parish. For terms, etc., apply to J. M. LEE, JR. +++ Miss Susie Dacus and Miss Mary Manning, two accomplished girls of our parish, are attending the present session of the Minden Female Institute. Miss Addie Bruton, of Marion, will leave next week for the same college. +++ Mr. Reuben Bransford residing at D’Arbonne, this parish, had the misfortune to have his left hand terribly lacerated by the saws of his gin, last week. He has our sympathy in this severe affliction. +++ We were much pleased to again meet with friend G. A. Bruton in town this week. His many friends will rejoice to learn of his rapid recovery from the severity of the accident of which he was the unfortunate victim. +++ One of the most tedious and lengthy cases on trial before the court now in session was the case of Griffin vs. Cann which occupied five days. This is a suit of Ida Griffin, sole heir of Col. S. H. Griffin, dec’d, against F. H. Cann surety on the bond of Mrs. C. E. Griffin, admx. +++ WATER BUCKETS, Well Buckets, Brooms, Ax-handles, for sale by J. A. B. RABUN. Nov. 13th. +++ Subscribers in arrears will much oblige us by promptly coming forward and settling their subscription. Those who settle prior to December 1st will be receipted for at the cash in advance rates. +++ We were gratified, on Thursday, to meet with and form the acquaintance of Mr. J. E. Copeland, an enterprising young farmer from the vicinity of Shiloh, who visited our town on a business trip. +++ Mr. John Haynie, an enterprising farmer from the vicinity of Lone Well, presented us with a mammoth sweet potato which weighs seven pounds and measures twenty two inches in circumference. Who can beat it? +++ Judge Young fixed the commitment bond of the little negro, Sam Darling, at 100 dollars; he being unable to give this bond, was remanded to jail to await the next term of court. +++ APPLES, ORANGES and a full assortment of fancy CANDY for sale by J. A. B. RABUN. +++ A number of the citizens from distant sections of our parish were visitors to Farmerville during the week, among whom we are pleased to note Mr. R. M. parish and G. W. Lowry of Shiloh, Mr. B. V. Hayes of Spearsville, Messrs. R. H. Henry and S. G. Strozier of Downsville, and Messrs. Hopkins Crow and Powell of Marion. +++ When Mr. F. Selig returned to his store from supper, Tuesday night, he was surprised to find his rear door unbarred, and, upon investigation, he also found a small negro boy named Johnson secreted inside the store. Johnson’s statement implicates a negro man named Sandy Jackson as his confederate in a plan of robbery. Both Negroes were placed in jail to await a hearing. +++ DIST. COURT ITEMS. Through the kindness of Mr. J. M. Smith, our even obliging Clerk of Dist. Court, we furnish the subjoined abstract of cases disposed of by the court now in session up to yesterday afternoon: W. P. Reppond vs. H. B. Braszil, admr. - Judgment in favor of plaintiff. W. H. Letchford vs. D. Arent, - Transferred to the dead docket. J. S. Handy vs. Jos. Littleton - Judgment in favor of defendant. Moses Haas vs. John Shaw - appeal - Judgment of lower court affirmed. N. A. Culbertson vs. Jno. W. Hughes - Judgment pursuant to agreement of parties. D. Redden vs. Mrs. F. Coker - Judgment pursuant to agreement of parties. G. R. Findley & Co. vs. H. Brown - Transferred to dead docket H. McLain & Co. vs. D. C. Copeland - appeal. Dismissed on motion of appellant by agreement. D. Stein & Co. vs J. L. Abbott, Transferred to the dead docket. D. C. Copeland vs. T. L. Davis - appeal. Dismissed on motion of appellant, by agreement. A further report will be published next week. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 20 November 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 2 +++ [From the] Monroe Bulletin: The Poplar Bluff was burned at the mouth of Black river Sunday evening at three o’clock. She had on about 600 bales of cotton. Both boat and cargo was totally destroyed. The Poplar Bluff had just left her dock here, having had extensive repairs put upon her the past summer, and was out on her first trip. We presume the boat was insured, but if she was insured to her full value it would not compensate Captains Rabun and Brunner for their loss, for they not only lose the boat but their valuable trade during the time they are without a boat. We trust they may be able to get another in the trade at an early day. +++ [Editor Lewis writing:] The Poplar Bluff was formerly the Webb City, and was purchased last fall from the Ouachita line by Capts. Rabun and Brunner to ply as a connecting boat from Bayous D’Arbonne and Bartholomew with above mentioned line. She was valued at $12,000 and insured for only $8,000. At the time of the fire the following experienced steamboatmen were in charge: Capt. L. Brunner, master; Capt. J. M. Rabun, pilot, Frank Webb, mate; C. V. Schumaker, engineer, and J. F. Ager, watchman. +++ “POLITICAL PREACHERS” The anti-prohibition papers are now, in some instances, attempting to cast reproach upon ministers of the gospel for preaching against the liquor traffic. In their efforts to make the prohibition movement a political one they apply the epithet of “Political preachers” to those ministers who feel it their duty to advocate prohibition. We cannot see what the prohibition question has to do with politics in this state where there are only two parties - Democratic and Republican. But aside from this, there is certainly a moral question involved and it is the province - yea, the duty - of ministers of the Gospel, to “Cry aloud and spare not” against whatever affects for evil the moral standing and well being of society. The constitution guarantees to every class freedom of discussion and equal rights as citizens; and preachers as well as others will continue to exercise these rights regardless of all attempts to “scourge them back and cut off their rations.” “Political,” primarily means pertaining to citizens, or state policy, and, in a general sense, all questions pertaining to the rights, interest and welfare of the people may be called political. But if ministers become “political preachers” by advocating prohibition the Sunday law and similar questions in the interest of humanity and good morals, simply because the State happens to legislate upon these subjects, they will also become politicians when they preach “thou shalt not kill,” “thou shalt not steal,” and other things prohibited by the decalogue, because they are also objects of state legislation. The fallacy of such reasoning is too patent to demand argument. There are some who desire to force the prohibition issue into the platforms of existing political parties, but so far they efforts have been futile. Many of the States have wisely delegated the question to the people of each parish, county or town; and the Democrats have just elected General Lee governor of Virginia on a platform providing for local options elections. So while the disciples of Bacehus are trying to kick local option out of the country, it gains a foot-hold in old Virginia, the mother of presidents, and almost the birth place of American Democracy. [Note: The above political article was written by Elder Henry Archer, a school teacher, Primitive Baptist minister, and the future mayor of Farmerville. He apparently wrote a series of articles on the prohibition issue in 1885, but I have been unable to locate any previous articles in the “Home Advocate”. The letter to the editor below from “Buck” appears to refer to a previous such article.] +++ A private note from an esteemed friend of ward 10 says: “The prohibition of the sale of intoxicating liquors in our ward is what we all want. We do not want whiskey sold here in any quantity and we don’t intend to have it sold within the limits of our ward.” We believe this is the sentiment of a large majority of the citizens of Union parish; at any rate it was the will of the people expressed at the ballot-box in this parish, last year. The HOME ADVOCATE is unalterably opposed to all forms of monopoly, whether direct or indirect, and our vote shall always be in favor of equal rights and privileges to all alike. We confess that the present condition of the liquor traffic is upholding a monopoly for drug stores, and we are as much opposed to this form of monopoly as the other; but we would not swap the devil for a witch by trying to break up one monopoly to establish another. So long as the monopoly has to be borne we would as son have it in the hands of doctors and druggists as any one else. In fact if the people are so “distressingly” healthy that these personages can not make a living by the sale of medicines and the practice of their profession, and are not able to establish themselves in other business, we would rather they should enjoy such a monopoly than some one whose only recommendation is his heartless bag of money. But there is much in favor of the present condition which should induce us to retain it, just as it is, until we can make another step forward and attain to total prohibition. It has greatly improved the moral condition of our town, and though we observe that the practicers of this evasion business are growing bolder, yet the legal constraints thrown about it are calculated to keep things in much better order than the wanton, abandoned freedom of the license system.” +++ LETTER FROM “BUCK.” DOWNSVILLE, LA., NOV. 16, 1885. Editor of HOME ADVOCATE: Mr. Editor: We want you to ax Mister Archie which side uv the likker question he’s on. Frum the qotashuns he maix frum the good book he looks to us like the preechur said bout Bob Ingulsun, he’s bin in the woods a long time an when he cum to the path he tuck the rong eend uv it. If he’s a likker man whi don’t he sa so without putin them strong pints thet he tuck frum the good book agin likker? We cant tel whether he’s a likker man ur not. Wil yu ax him if yu see him in toun an put the infurmashun in yet paiper uex weak so we kan all see it. Respekfurly, Buck. [Note: The above letter apparently refers to a religious article written by Elder Henry Archer prior to the one published in this issue. However, I have not been able to locate this article in the ‘Home Advocate’.] page 3 LOCALS. +++ COFFEE - A fresh supply - just received and for sale by J. A. B. RABUN. Nov. 20 +++ Mr. W. J. Pickle has had a tussel with the pneumonia. +++ Dr. C. H. Jameson has sold his Drug store to Mr. Gus Hartman. +++ “Green 1” FLOUR (fresh) call at J. A. B. RABUN’S. November 13th, +++ Senator E. T. Sellers was in town on Tuesday attending a meeting of the School Board. +++ Mr. Julius Arent is now well supplied with Apples, Oranges, Nuts, etc., etc. +++ Smoking and chewing tobac[c]o a specialty, by J. A. B. RABUN. Nov. 13th. +++ Thanks to neighbors Donley, Manning, Honeycutt and Guehring for invitations to “forage” on their turnip patches. +++ Mr. T. J. Cole was in town Wednesday, making himself square with the world. He did not forget the ADVOCATE. +++ Rev. J. T. Sawyer, the presiding elder of this District, preached an able sermon at the Methodist Church last Sunday night. +++ Mrs. Lowe and Master Willie Gilbert - son of our townsman T. F. Gilbert, Esq. - left Monday to visit relatives in Texas. +++ We are glad to learn from Dr. Thompson that the health of the people of Marion and vicinity has much improved of late. +++ We hear complaints that much of the corn of this year’s crop is unsound. We cannot guess the cause of this unless it was wet weather in the early fall. +++ BEEF. BEEF. BEEF. The undersigned proposes to furnish the citizens of Farmerville with FRESH BEEF, on Mondays and Saturdays, by the quarter or half quarter at four and five cents per pound. Retail rates, five and six cents per pound. F. E. MAYO, JR. +++ The public ferries of this parish will be sold at public auction, by the president of the police jury, on Saturday December 19th, at 11 o’clock, a.m. +++ Col. D. Stein and Mr. J. D. Baughman left Tuesday morning for Monroe, to look after business pending in the U. S. Supreme Court now in session there. +++ We are requested to announce that Rev. Robt. Parvin, formerly preacher in charge of this circuit will preach at the Methodist Church, this place, on the fifth Sunday in the present month. +++ Messrs Wm. And W. J. Turnage returned Thursday of last week from a visit to Monticello, Ark. They speak in glowing terms of the business prosperity of that place. +++ Mrs. Alice McFarland and children left Monday for their home in Texas. We know that their visit here has been surely a pleasant one and trust they may reach home in safety. +++ The ADVOCATE acknowledges a pleasant visit yesterday, from Mr. J. W. Henderson, an enterprising citizen of Spearsville. We tender him thanks for expressions complimentary to our paper. +++ The month of November thus far has behaved exceedingly well. The weather has been fine for crop gathering and no doubt many bales of the fleecy staple have been housed. +++ Dr. R. Roberts - the very popular and successful physician of Shiloh - gave us a pleasant call on Tuesday. He is the Secretary of parish School Board, and was here to attend a meeting of that body. +++ The ADVOCATE was favored on Tuesday with a visit from Capt. J. D. Hamilton, of Shiloh. Capt. H., is one of the most prominent citizen[s] of the parish. He visited our town to attend a meeting of the School Board - of which body he is a member. +++ Several of the visiting lawyers to the Dist. Court returned to their homes last week, but “rallied to the front” again on Wednesday of this week. We notice the re-attendance of Col. Benton of Monroe, and Messrs Graham, Barksdale and Gaskin, of Ruston. +++ The turnip crop is said to be excellent this season and we hear of some fine specimens. Mr. R. H. C. Turnage boasts of a turnip that measures twenty two inches in circumference and Sheriff Pleasant has measured one from his patch that “circums” 19.75 inches. +++ A party of saffron colored Turks, (so called) consisting of two men, two women, five or six children, three bears and about a score of dogs were camped for several days near town. They lead a nomadic life and secure a subsistence by exhibiting bear and dog fights, and compelling the urchins to dance for contributions of nickels, old clothes, etc. +++ Persons living in the western and south western portion of the parish would do well to call on Mr. J. M. Pardue, at D’Arbonne, for Dry Goods, Groceries, etc. he is in a position to give you bargains - not as favorable as can be had in Farmerville, but no use to go to Ruston. +++ Mr. S. B. Wallace has snugly established himself as a “bach” in the building formerly occupied by Mr. B. Honeycutt, near the ADVOCATE office. We welcome you, “Sam,” as a neighbor, but we verily believe that it is now your duty to select one of the many pretty girls of Farmerville, or vicinity, and ask her to become the presiding genius of your destiny and your household affairs. +++ We call the attention of our readers to ALL the advertisements in HOME ADVOCATE and do so feeling assured that something wanting will be found spoken of in them. Our advertisers are of the best, most reliable and liberal dealing business men and whatever they advertise will be faithfully carried out. +++ ATTEMPTED SUICIDE. - Mr. J. Hal. Thompson, formerly of this place but who moved to Texas several years ago, recently returned, and, at a late hour yesterday afternoon, attempted to end his existence by taking laud[a]num. He was found in the town cemetery, lying upon his mother’s grave, in almost a dying condition. Timely attention - by keeping him in constant motion for several hours - produced a reaction, and we learn there is some probability of his recovery. No further particulars were obtainable up to hour of going to press. +++ Farmerville is one of the best markets for the sale of cotton in North Louisiana. Our merchants are determined, by liberal dealing, to give entire satisfaction to all who visit the town on business connected with sale of cotton, or purchasing of goods. While cotton was being sold recently at Ruston, Arcadia, and other points on the railroad for 8 cents per pound the Farmerville merchants were paying 8.25 cents. +++ We direct attention to the professional card of Dr. O. H. Thompson who is located at the thriving town of Marion, in this parish, for the practice of his profession. Dr. Thompson is a graduate of the Medical Department of the celebrated Vanderbilt University of Nashville, Tenn. He is a polished gentleman, of good habits, and has had an extensive and very successful practice in the eastern portion of our parish for the last three years. Those afflicted physically would do well to “take due notice thereof and govern themselves accordingly.” +++ We learn that Ira Brown, who shot a man named Watson in Ouachita parish, several months ago and made his escape, has returned and surrendered himself to the authorities. He was released under bond on two charges, one for shooting with intent to kill, and the other for wounding less than mayhem. +++ Mr. John E. Gaskell of Waxahatchie, Texas, has placed us under obligations for a sample copy of the Texas Monthly Gazetteer, containing illustrations of the observatory of the public school at that place, the school buildings of Ennis, Texas, and much interesting reading matter. Mr. Gaskell is a son of Dr. A. D. Gaskell formerly a prominent citizen of this parish. We were glad to hear from him. +++ Persons desiring Steam Engines, cotton gins or machinery of any kind whatever will find it to their interest to confer with Mr. K. M. Davis, of Shiloh. He is a practical engineer and machinist, and as the representative of several of the largest manufacturing firms in the United States will undertake to furnish above mentioned articles at the lowest rates. Furthermore you do not run any risk of being swindled if you purchase from Mr. Davis. +++ The Daily Telegraph published by Col. G. W. McCranie, of Monroe is before us. Col. McCranie is a veteran in the “art preservative.” As a writer, he is strong, bright, and thoroughly Democratic. His success with the Telegraph, which he has published for more than a score of years, is ample proof of his ability to make this new enterprise a success. It is the only daily published in this section of the State - between the Red and Mississippi rivers - and deserves a large subscription patronage and the kindest consideration of advertisers. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 27 November 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 2 +++ [For the HOME ADVOCATE] PROHIBITION. BY VINDICATOR. In answer to Diatribe No. 1, on the clergy and Christian ladies of America by the Rev. Henry Archer, I submit to the judgment of the candid and discreet reader if he is not conclusively answered, and, according to the rules of debate, forever estopped from the further treatment of the liquor question as an exclusive church question. I frankly admit drunkenness among church members, as coming under the disciplinary control of the church, but claim the traffic in liquor to be wholly under the control of the State, or the people collectively. I trust he is sufficiently met on this point, consequently, I shall not further notice (except perhaps incidentally) his lonesome rambling through the antique labyrinths of Old Testament lore. I dare say (except to the relic-hunter) it is neither pleasureable [sic] nor profitable to the live reader, on a live subject, and in a live age to follow The Eccentric Chief of Obsolete Ideas back three thousand years, through the dim shadows of Hebrew poetry and proverb in search of a little balm to soothe the lacerated heart of some remorseful drunkard who daily breaks his filial, his marital or Christian vow. The Old Testament contains the Statute Law of the House of Israel. Ordained for the Jew, and not for Gentile nations. Its sacrifices and ordinances were nailed with Christ to the Cross and the visible Kingdom of heaven instituted instead of the Jewish Theocracy. This new kingdom contains all the rules obligatory on Christians for either faith or practice as processed followers of Christ. The pious friends of good liquor, and more of it, had just as well parade the laws of the Medes and Persians in justification of the liquor traffic, as wrap up in the cast off [?] of the disobedient and despised House of Israel. “A little nonsense now and then is relished by the best of men.” This discussion on the affirmative side reminds me somewhat of a dispute, which, on a time, arose between two primitive philosophies respecting the physical shape of our Earth. Agreeing to submit the decision to the Bible, discarding human reason altogether, Speaker No. 1 (Bro. Toodly Taddler, by name) in the strength of the Lord, believed the Earth to be an oblong flat; and as proof, cited Matthew, ch. 28, verse 20: “And lo, I am with you always even to the ends of the world,” and, with much composure, took his seat. Second speaker, (Bro. Jim. Crow, arising, takes issue directly with the Oblong ideas of the preceding brother and, proceeding, showed conclusively by his Book, that the Earth is neither round, or oblong, but is a square plain: “Another angel stood on the four corners of the Earth, etc. (Rev. ch. 7, verse 1.) Clearly establishing by infallible testimony that the Earth is very square - having four corners. At this perplexing juncture of the controversy, Bro. Henry Archer, who had been an attentive listener behind the bush, seeing the dilemma, and, besides, being a pronounced believer in the unity of the spirit among brethren, (especially that spirit that cometh in barrels) intervened and with much gravity assured them that they were both in error; that Moses - the “Old Reliable” - says that it has no shape at all, - Gen. Ch. 1st, verse 2nd: “And the Earth was without form and void.” - So has no shape at all. From Moses there was no appeal. Thus the dispute ended and the court adjourned for drinks. The fundamental principles, having been established in a previous article, that Government derives all its just powers from the people, for the truth of this position I again call attention to the immortal Declaration of Independence, and to the Constitution of the United States which reads: “We the people ordain and establish,” etc. By getting the theory as well as a slight view of the functions of our republican form of government rightly before the mind of the reader, he will probably get a clearer conception of the peoples authority over this most grave and most important question - considered from a religious, moral, social and economic standpoint - that has ever challenged the consideration of the American people. TO BE CONTINUED. +++ New Advertisements. SUCCESSION SALE. By virtue of an order issued by the Honorable Third District Court and to me directed, ordering the sale of the effects of the estate of the late A. J. Williams to pay debts…. [Administrator of the estate Robert Williams planned to sell personal property of the estate on Saturday, December 12, 1885 and the real estate belonging to the late A. J. Williams on Saturday, January 2, 1886.] page 3 LOCALS. +++ Rev. R. Parvin will preach at the Methodist church, this place, next Sunday. +++ Thanks to some unknown friend for a late copy of the Kansas City Times, per mail. +++ A considerable amount of cotton was brought to town this week and business is brisker than it has been at any other time of this season. +++ The agents of the Dallas, Texas, nursery were here Wednesday and Thursday of last week delivering fruit trees to purchasers. +++ Thanksgiving day, 1885, will be memorable, hereabouts, as having been disagreeably cold in the fore noon with rain and sleet in the after noon and night. +++ Rev. S. C. Lee preached an instructive sermon to a large and attentive congregation at the Baptist church, this place, last Sunday. +++ Capt. J. T. Davis and family of Vienna, and Mrs. W. W. Guthrie from Ruston, are visiting relatives in town and vicinity. +++ It is said that “hog and hominy” are plentiful, if so, why don’t some who have too much hog bring it to town and put it on the market. +++ District Court has adjourned; the Judge and visiting lawyers have returned to their homes, and Maj. Donley will be without a quorum until next February. [Note: Donley was the owner of Farmerville’s hotel.] +++ Mr. J. Hal Thompson who ably attempted to end his existence last week, by taking laudanum, is now quite sick with pneumonia, at the residence of Mr. T. [?]. Gilbert. +++ The weather is quote cool, but there are some indications of rain or snow. A good rain would be of supreme gratification to steamboatmen, as the waters in the streams continue to run low. +++ Friend W. R. Cox left at the editor’s domicil[e], Saturday last, a generous lot of fine sized turnips, for which he has our thanks. Such thoughtfulness for our welfare is much appreciated. +++ Mr. T. R. Griffin does not propose to be behind his neighbors in aiding to sustain a good newspaper in his parish. He called on the ADVOCATE Tuesday to pay his respects and his subscription. +++ Christmas is not quite a month off and now is the proper time for merchants to advertise their X-mas holiday goods. We respectfully suggest that the HOME ADVOCATE is now an excellent medium through which to let the public know what goods and bargains can be offered. +++ We, with pleasure, direct attention to the advertis[e]ment of Mr. Jas. M. Underwood, Proprietor of Farmerville Drug Store. Mr. Underwood was reared in this vicinity and is well known to our people. His social qualities are of a high order and his upright, sober characteristics render him thoroughly reliable and eminently fit him for the business in which he is engaged. Give him your patronage. +++ A negro man named Wesley Miller, who lives on Mr. E. Hub Ward’s place, eight miles east of Farmerville, was arrested and brought to town Saturday, charged with making an assault on Mr. Ward with a dangerous weapon. He was placed under the supervision of Mr. Turnage, in the brick building, to await a preliminary hearing. +++ We had the pleasure a few days ago of meeting with and forming the acquaintance of Mr. Wilks Ramsey, father of Capt. D. M. Ramsey - also the father of our best of friends and former neighbor, Wilks Ramsey, Jr. in St. Landry parish - who is here visiting relatives. Mr. Ramsey was one of the pioneer settlers of this section of the State - he having moved to this parish in 1838. He has many relatives in this parish all of whom are high toned, honorable citizens. +++ We take pleasure in calling attention of the ADVOCATE readers to the new advertisement of Messrs J. Marx & Bro. of this place. This enterprising firm have, during the passed summer, made very extensive and expensive additions to their store buildings which they have filled from basement to attic with a large and very carefully selected assortment of Dry Goods, Groceries , and in fact almost anything you can think of or dream about. These goods must all be sold. The motto of this firm is “Quick sales and small profits.” Read their advertisement in another column and go to them for bargains. +++ Going to visit your “girl” and engaging in sweet conversation is pleasant. But taking buggy rides with the fair one and letting the spirited horses get the advantage - forcing the necessity of running into fence corners for safety - is a little suspicious that the conversation had taken a very serious and all-absorbing turn. Such as this is to be deplored mainly on account of the breakages to be repaired and the bruises to be healed incident to a catastrophe of this nature. A certain young gentleman of this place could doubtless throw more light on the foregoing if he saw proper to speak out. +++ Rit. Barfield and his son while returning to their home from Boston, Texas, where they had been to sell cotton, were waylaid and killed near that place a few days ago. Barfield had in his possession $8,000 when he started from Boston, but when found dead only $1,700 remained. His murderers, after robbing the dead bodies, departed for parts unknown. Another Barfield, a cousin of the murdered man, has disappeared and is suspected to be the guilty party. All the persons mentioned herein formerly resided in this parish, near Oakland, but moved to Texas soon after the war. +++ SUCCESSION SALE. By virtue of an order issued by the Honorable Third District Court, I will offer for sale at public outcry to the last and highest bidder, at the late residence of the deceased, Mrs. A. C. Campbell… [Administrator of the estate G. E. Campbell planned to sell personal property and real estate on Monday, November 30, 1885.] ================================================================================= ================================================================================= DECEMBER 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 4 December 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 2 +++ [From the] Minden Democrat Tribune: [This article from the Democrat-Tribune quotes this previous article from the Home Advocate:] Miss Susie Dacus and Miss Mary Manning, two accomplished girls of our parish, are attending the present session of the Minden Female Institute. Miss Addie Bruton, of Marion, will leave next week for the same college. - Farmerville HOME ADVOCATE [The Democrat-Tribune editor writing:] Let them come, we like to see pretty girls. [Judge Thomas C. Lewis writing in the present issue of the Home Advocate:] The above mentioned young ladies are samples - very fair specimens, we admit - of what Union parish can do in furnishing pretty girls. page 3 [As often with these papers, the left margin is cut off, making it difficult to read some words in the left margin.] +++ Next Monday the Police Jury [will] reconvene. +++ CHRISTMAS, 1885. Mr. Julius Arent, agent, the old [and] always reliable merchant, who [?] catered to the public for more [than] TWENTY YEARS, Determined to make the Christmas of 1885 memorable as a day of [?] and jollity. His assortment [of] THE HOLIDAY TRADE [?] not be surpassed, and he is in [the] most constant receipt of the richest and rarest delicacies of the [sea]son. Apples, Oranges, Lemons, Raisons, Figs, Candy, etc, in profusion, fresh and of the best quality. Also Canned Goods, Pickels, [?], Pigs - feet, etc., etc. “Julius” authorizes us to state [that] he is now conducting business directly on TEMPERANCE PRINCIPLES, [no] intoxicating liquors are sold in [the/his] house. Ladies can therefore [visi]t there and make their own selections of goods without fear of [mol]estation. Parents should remember that Christmas would scarcely be Christmas to the children without the usual presents of [?], Sweet-meats, etc. [Call] on Julius and we will guarantee that he and his polite assistant - Mr. B. B. Heller - will do [all] in their power to make your visit satisfactory. +++ [?] days, cold nights and [?] frosts are the ingredients of [our/the] weather at present. +++ The Dallas Texas Nurserymen are gone, but left their roots behind which may develop into something good “in the sweet by and by.” +++ A CHRISTMAS ACROSTIC. JULIUS ARENT, ag’t, is now UNUSUALLY well prepared to LEND his aid to the public IN making Christmas merry. He UNDERSTANDS his business and is SURE to please his customers. APPLES, Oranges, Lemons, Figs, RAISONS, Fancy Crackers, Nuts, EVERYTHING, in fact, in this line. NO complaints can be made as TO quality, quantity or price. +++ Rev. R. Parvin preached Sunday and Sunday night in town. +++ Not enough rain has yet fallen to raise the water in the D’Arbonne sufficiently for boats to come to Farmerville landing. +++ Some of the lovers of sport have recently been indulging in hunting ducks and squirrels. Judging by the number of extinct squirrels brought home, some of the boys are excellent marksmen. +++ Mr. K. M. Davis, of Shiloh, was in town Wednesday and favored us with a call. Mr. Davis is very prominently known throughout this section of the country as an extensive dealer in machinery of various kinds. He is also prepared to supply the public with almost any article of furniture, of neat and substantial make. Furniture of his manufacture can be obtained from Mr. F. Selig, of this place. +++ The weather was so raw last Friday night as to almost cause a collapse of the ball - the social event of that week. Very few ladies were in attendance, but the rougher sex held the fort by a considerable majority. The music furnished by Messrs Johnson, Guehring, Haas, Stein and Hartman was of the kind to enliven a man’s spirits and animate his feet. +++ THE SHUSTER AFFAIR. [Note: This article concludes the published material surrounding the death of Ida Schuster of Farmerville. Previous articles were published in September and October.] (Shreveport Times) FARMERVILLE. Nov. 18, 1885. I notice a card headed “The Shuster Affair,” appearing in your columns on the 15th inst., in which the pretended author attempts to justify himself in his connection with the betrayal, seduction and death of Ida Shuster solely by public denunciation of me, and without relying upon the facts for his mitigation. I have no objection whatever to Kirkpatrick explaining away, if possible for him, the circumstances which point to his criminal guilt, nor to his convincing the public of his innocence of this black disgrace he has brought upon himself. In justice to myself, that the public may properly judge whether I have acted honorable or dishonorable, I am now forced to give at least a few of the convincing facts connected with this affair, and upon which the special of September 15 was based. At the autopsy the jury, with four physicians, returned the verdict, “that Ida Shuster came to her death by strychnine procured from sources unknown.” Following is a short extract from the evidence of some of the witnesses before the investigating jury: Mrs. Shuster sworn: Ida could not get strychnine at home. We had a bottle but was always very cautious in keeping it locked from the children. The night Ida died she sat with the family and company in her usual pleasant conversation until 10 o’clock, then retired as usual. Nothing unusual was noticed. (Corroborated by other witnesses) Jas. M. Underwood, clerk in drug store, sworn: Kirkpatrick told me some four or five months ago that he had intercourse with Ida. Said he would always go in disguise. He told me of her pregnancy and that he had caused it. Kirk was working up some medicine some two or three months ago; I asked him what it was for, and he said it was pills for Ida. I saw a bottle of fluid extract of cotton root on Kirk’s table and I emptied it in the bottle in drug store. I heard Kirkpatrick say he wanted to get a physician to procure an abortion on Ida. I have seen him send medicine to Shuster’s but don’t know what for. He told me he had made arrangements with Ida to go out of town and have a physician examine her, and he said Ida said she had told her mother and she objected. Kirkpatrick told me, when about leaving, to let him know if anything happened at Shuster’s. Abe Stein (K’s partner in drug store) sworn: Kirkpatrick told me of Ida’s pregnancy. He told me he did not want it known that he was going to leave (The witness bought out K’s business.) Dr. Dillard sworn: I saw Kirkpatrick fixing up medicine; don’t know what it was, but believe it to be medicine to bring about abortion. Dr. Barnes sworn: I was called in the night Ida died; she died of strychnine is my opinion; Kirkpatrick had previously told me she was pregnant, and asked me the effects of certain drugs; he said he promised to protect her; he asked my assistance some two or three months ago; he reiterated this request the night before he left; he consulted me about secretly meeting him and Ida out of town some evening, and while out to cause her to abort; I refused; I saw a note some time ago in Kirkpatrick’s possession of about this purport. “Mr. Kirkpatrick: The medicine you sent me did not have the desired effect; please send me something to relieve my trouble or end my life.” (signed) IDA SHUSTER. The above are a few of the facts and circumstances too [?] and too indecent to be mentioned. Ida was dead in less than forty eight hours after Kirkpatrick left. It must be remembered, too, that Kirkpatrick left in the night after 21 [sic] o’clock. With these facts, and hearing of the slanderous report coming from his own lips that his efforts of outrage was not confined to that one who fell his victim, and knowing, too, that he had left this place, and would impose himself upon some other community, perhaps other innocent young girls, I wrote the special and correctly branded him as a robber of maiden virtue. It was due the public and society in which he might chance to impose himself that ample warning be given to prevent any undue advantage of intrusions he might attempt. I gave his name and character to the public - not through personal animosity - but for public good and the protection of other innocent young girls, for such was truly the facts borne out by evidence, which paints his character blacker than hell itself, all of which would be given herewith if not too indecent for public print. It is sufficient for me to convince the public that I was borne out by facts. The special was submitted to some of the jury before it was sent, and I had their assurance that it was correct and borne out by facts. It was the opinion of every good citizen we have, without an exception, and received their approval. I did not send the special to the Shreveport TIMES and can account for its going to that paper over my signature in this way: E. S. Harris, the TIMES correspondent, asked my permission to copy my report to the Times-Democrat as his report for the Shreveport TIMES. In copying the report he signed my name instead of his own. Kirkpatrick, failing in his efforts to force me to retract, secured a guarantee that he could return to Farmerville and show the true facts before the jury. I agreed that if he would return and show up the matter I would report it to the Times-Democrat exactly as the facts warranted me, refusing to retract, but agreeing to correct my previous report to conform with the further facts. This I have done in as favorable light to him as could possibly be done and be truthful. If Ida’s relatives knew of their intimacy it is strange also that he should visit her in disguise, and desire to secretly carry her from home for an examination. I am willing for the public to say whether or not the facts sustain me, and am willing for the facts to brand Kirkpatrick with such names as he deserves. It is a fact that I refused to communicate with him, and it was because I could not equalize myself with him. I deny seeking an interview with him. I seek better company. This I give for the public, in justice to myself. Kirkpatrick being beneath my notice. All the facts in this matter can be learned at this place. My standing can be learned wherever I am known. Hoping this is sufficient, I am respectfully, JOHN E. EVERETT. FARMERVILLE. Nov. 21, 1885 - To the Times: We the undersigned citizens of Farmerville, Union parish, La., having noticed in the Shreveport TIMES of date November 4 15, 1885, a card signed by S. S. Kirkpatrick, in which he attacks the character of Mr. John Everett, of Farmerville, and indulges in bitter denunciations against him, and fearing that possibly where Mr. Everett is not known said card may have a tendency to injure him, we deem it our duty to say that Mr. Everett is a young man a native of this parish, whose character for honesty and integrity is above reproach, and whose veracity is unimpeachable; a more honorable, worthy young man is not in our parish, and we further state that we believe in writing the special that was published in the Shreveport TIMES of September 15, in regard to the Shuster scandal, he was actuated by laudable motives. We make this statement without any solicitation on the part of Mr. Everett: W. W. Heard, Representative J. M. Smith, Clerk court B. F. Pleasant, Sheriff B. Honeycutt J. A. Manning J. A. Ramsey, at’ty at law R. Haas, J. O. F. Johnson T. C. Lewis John Donley C. H. Jameson, M.D. W. N. Grace, M.D. D. Patton B. B. Heller D. Arent M. Haas E. S. Harris W. A. McFarland J. F. Ramsey F. Selig I. Newhouser T. J. Heath R. B. Dawkikns S. Marx J. K. Atkinson J. C. Montgomery, Dpt’y Sheriff M. I. Levy Jas. W. McFarland H. Ludwig W. P. Chandler Jas. W. Pickel Jno. M. Lee, Sr. M. Guehring G. A. Killgore, Jr., attorney W. J. Turnage M. Pearson W. J. Pickel O. C. Dawkins Wm. Turnage Julius Arent J. P. Fenton J. M. Lee, Jr., assessor George Fenton S. D. Rosenfield W. W. Barnes, M.D. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 11 December 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 3 LOCALS. +++ Mrs. Jane Glasson has moved from town to her farm in the country. +++ BEEF, BEEF, BEEF. Go to MAYO & MACKY for your BEEF. They keep it fresh every day at their butcher-shop. South end of Heath’s stable. +++ Fresh Sausage tomorrow. MAYO & MACKEY. +++ Mr. W. J. Pickel has been making improvements on his place and residence. +++ Cotton has been coming into town more abundantly during this week and has caused business to look up somewhat. +++ Fresh Pork on hand to day. MACKEY & MAYO. +++ Our young friend W. J. Turnage is studying pharmacy under the instruction of Drs. Grace and Jameson. Much success to you “Buz” in this field of usefulness. +++ High license on whiskey will not raise the price of beef. So say MAYO & MACKY. +++ Mr. R. S. Ashcroft has moved to town and opened a saddle and harness shop in the building south of the court house. +++ The Police Jury were in session Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. The proceedings will be published in our next issue. +++ Farmerville has been crowded with ponies for the last few weeks, several droves having stopped a few days, some sales also were made. +++ Navigation in our Bayou would be a great thing for our town and farmers of the parish at this time. Rain would therefore be welcomed at the present. +++ The jury commissioners met at the Clerk’s office last Tuesday and drew the jury for the February term of the District court. The venire is published in this issue of the ADVOCATE. +++ Mr. Theo. Wise, salesman in the house of Jacob Stein, will leave us for other parts at a not distant day. We regret to lose him and his interesting family. +++ If you want BEEF patronize your Beef-market. +++ The whisky men are rejoicing with exceeding great joy since the Police Jury have treated them so well. It is now in order for the whiskey men to treat the police jury and their clerk, too. +++ The little babe of Dr. W. N. Grace has been quite ill for the past week from the effects of a piece of charred potato getting into its windpipe. The Dr. thinks and fears that a surgical operation will be necessary to remove it and give the child relief. +++ Young Mr. Selig is among the latest accessions to our population and our townsman, F. Selig, Esq., is the happiest man in town, manifested by the broad smile which has covered his whole countenance since his arrival a few days ago. +++ The committee appointed by the Sabbath School to procure the Christmas tree was very advisedly selected, they being long-legged and long-winded. Exercise those limbs now boys and get a nice tree, though you man perhaps become weary before it is found. +++ Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Ramsey of our town ere made happy Wednesday morning by the arrival of their youngest daughter. She has come to stay and will brighten the family circle of our townsman, whose legal business will now somewhat be interfered with by the walkabus in nightabus colicorum infantibus. [This is Lewis’ cryptic way of announcing the arrival of a new baby girl of his friend, Farmerville attorney James A. Ramsey, by predicting many nights of walking the baby as she suffers from colic. Ramsey’s daughter would not grow up knowing him, as Judge James E. Trimble shot Ramsey to death in front of Stein’s store on Christmas Eve, 1887, following a heated exchange of words (Ramsey’s pistol had not been fired, although Ramsey’s nephew was said to have shot Trimble right afterwards). When Ramsey was killed, his daughter (if she survived infancy) was two years old.] +++ Miss Anna J. Mayo of this place returned Tuesday from a visit to relatives and friends in Bastrop. We have no doubt but that she spent an enjoyable time among the hospitable people of our sister parish, but we welcome her return. +++ Communications from Cherry Ridge and Cane Ridge correspondents duly received, but too late for insertion in this week’s ADVOCATE. +++ MASONIC. At a recent election in Downsville Lodge, No. 143, F. & A.M., the following officers were chosen for the coming year: E. T. Sellers W.M. G. F. McKensie S.W. H. F. Wilson J.W. E. M. Richardson Sec’ty. Jesse Roberts Treas. +++ Governor McEnery has appointed Eli Rugg justice of the peace for the ninth ward of this parish, vice J. W. Pardue, who has resigned. Also, C. A. Calloway constable for the second ward vice J. H. Courtney, who failed to qualify. +++ BORN. In the neighborhood of D’Arbonne, Union parish, on the 20th November, a son, to Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Beardon. In same neighborhood on November 24th, a son, to Mr. and Mrs. John Lankston. +++ The Police Jury passed an ordinance Wednesday allowing the sale of liquor in this parish for 1886. The license were fixed at $500. By some, this amount of license is considered illegal, as it is contended that the law does not permit the parish license to exceed that of the state. We presume the question will be settled by the court. +++ VENIRE. List of JURORS drawn to serve for the Regular Jury Term of the Third Judicial District Court, in and for Union Parish, La., to be begun and holden February 1886: FIRST WEEK. [Note: The number after the names indicates the ward of residence of the juror chosen.] Douglas, Joe (col) 3 Dawson, David H. 4 Haile, Allen 3 Owens, C. E. 5 Manning, Jas. A. 1 Miles, Francis F. 5 Kennedy, L. H. 1 Sawyer, Saml. 1 Ellis, Henry (col.) 6 Morgan, P. D. 3 Futch, J. J. 3 McCrary, Wm. 5 Cargill, J. C. 1 Slade, Wherry 6 Brazzeal, Dock 3 McCuller, O. B. 4 Grafton, Danl. W. 4 Boatright, Jesse 4 Pylant, Henry (col) 4 Denton, J. H. 3 Wheelis, W. B. 2 Elliott, C. W. 4 Anderson, W. J. 4 Bennett, John J. 4 Woodall, John 1 Hammons, Milton 5 Crook, Jas. W. 4 Moncrief, J. M. 4 Flanders, Wade (col) 1 Moffiet, Joe 6 Morris, Matthew 2 Chandler, Wm. P. 1 Cobb, A. A. 2 Smith, John M. 6 Crow, Isaac 2 Kennedy, W. H. 1 Key, C. N. 4 Dumas, S. M. 1 Pearson, James 1 Ethridge, John T. 2 Dixon, Marshal 3 Rollins, Jno. (col) 4 Smith, H. W. Jr. 2 White, H. T. 2 Lewis, J. J. 2 Wells, William 5 Clark, E. L. 6 Spencer, G. N. 2 Bayless, Moses (col) 4 Porter, Martin 4 SECOND WEEK Defee, Pleasant, G. 2 Elliott, W. H. 4 Albritton, E. R. 1 Webb, E. C. 1 Carr, Jeff (col) 1 Thompson, Jno. W. (col) 3 Roberts, Geo. 5 Russell, John W. 1 Coleman, E. A. 6 Beard, A. S. 5 Spear, Jeff B. 2 Hughes, Jno. W. 4 Wainright, Thos. 4 Covington, C. D. 4 Shields, Milton 5 Henderson, J. W. 3 Dawkins, Jas. M. 6 Givson, Rich’d A. 6 Taylor, Benj. 1 Gardner, Moses 6 Breed, T. M. 4 Barnes, Henry 3 McCuller, B. A. 4 Brantly, Jesse W. 2 Sims, B. K. 2 Elliott, T. T. 4 Raley, H. A. 4 Barr, J. O. 2 Burley, Mack 2 Paulk, Joe 4 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 18 December 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 2 +++ Ordinances of Police Jury. [I have omitted the bulk of this article, which deals with the license feels on corporations, businesses, museums, circuses, etc.] Be it further enacted. That there be and is hereby levied a license tax of five hundred dollars on all persons engaged in the sale of intoxicating liquors, and further that the tax collector is hereby instructed not to issue any State license until the person or persons engaged in the sale of intoxicating liquors shall have taken out and paid for parish license for the year 1886. SUNDRY CLAIMS ALLOWED. Claims in favor of jurors of inquest amounting to $90.00. State vs. Perry Melton - favor of J. G. Moffit $2.59, Alex. Bryant $5.60 State vs. W. C. Henderson - Sundry witness claims, amounting in the aggregate to $30.30 State vs. John Heard - favor of T. T. Porter, $2.20 State vs. B. Langford - favor of Sam Lowe $5.20 State vs. R. H. Hanson - favor of R. Burrell $5.60, Amanda Burrell $5.60 Zack Porter, burying pauper, $6 E. M. Richardson, justice peace, $2.75 W. W. Grace, commissioner election, $3 Wm. Turnage, jailor, $108.25 Louis Hodge, bailiff, $5.65 W. H. Hearn, lumber $5.04 R. Y. Langston, poor house, $86.45 J. R. Simmons, making coffin, $10 W. K. Rushing, justice peace, $79 J. C. Cargill, wood for poor house, $2 C. H. Jameson, professional services, $44 J. D. Slade, $6.65 L. A. Burch, $50 J. M. Lee, Jr., Justice peace, $11.5 J. C. Cargill, clerk police jury, $52.50 J. T. Hudson, bailiff, $8.45 J. M. Smith, $75 B. F. Post, bailiff, $14.85 Gazette, official journal, $10 W. A. McFarland, mechanic, $6.50 B. F. Pleasant, sheriff, $361.23 J. M. Underwood, $15 Note favor of M. W. Taylor, $357.29 G. A. Killgore $60.40 W. H. Hearn $124.54 N. E. Taylor, $57.77 Police jury Dec. term $112 Total: $1750.43 page 3 LOCALS. +++ Jacob Stein is still making some improvements on his brick store. [?]y the new doors in front. +++ SPREAD THE NEWS. Every one can profit by reading -- This announcement -- The public are hereby notified that I am now receiving for XMAS, 1885 The following articles: 12 Bbls Large Louisiana Oranges 12 Bbls Choice Apples - (Ben Davis variety) 500 Cocoanuts 3 Bbls Choice Onions 400 lbs stick Candy, 250 lbs Fancy Candy Lemons, Raisins, Figs, Citrons Currants, Nutmegs, pecans Almonds, Walnuts, Brazil nuts Roasted Peanuts (Virginia) Preserved Sausages. New York Cream Cheese, James Jellies, Flavoring Extract Yeast Powders, Cream Tartar Chocolates, Condensed Milk Buckwheat Flour Canned Goods of all kinds, FIRE WORKS, FIRE CRACKERS, ETC. SPECIAL On Tuesday next I will be in receipt of Malage Grapes Italian Chesnuts On Monday and Tuesday I expect to receive a large lot of Fresh Oysters. S. Stein, per J. Arent, Manager. +++ Last Monday and Tuesday were the coldest days we have had this season. Many took advantage of the opportunity in saving their [w]ork, so we see and learn. +++ Ducks were plentiful in the bayous D’Arbonne and Cornie last Monday and Tuesday. The sportsmen’s pleasure with them was sport, owing to the fact that there was a [? - mist] in the swamp to detain [?] +++ The steamer Josie W. arrived at the Farmerville landing last Wednesday morning and departed yesterday morning with a load of cotton from this point. It is to be hoped that we will have sufficient water for incessant navigation during the winter season, and that Capt. L. Brunner can pay us such visits more frequently. [Note: Captains Brunner and John M. Rabun (also Farmerville’s mayor) jointed operated steamers that ran between Union and Ouachita Parishes in 1885. Their steamer “Poplar Bluff” made the first trip to Farmerville of the 1885 - 1886 season on November 10, but on the trip south, she went past Monroe and burned at the mouth of the Black River on November 15. The newspapers did not mention a steamer by the name of “Josie W.” in the spring of 1885, so she may have been a recent purchase by Brunner and Rabun.] +++ Now is the gracious opportunity to make Christmas a happy event in the hearts of the Sabbath school children, by making liberal contributions for the Christmas tree. +++ Mrs. H. L. Jameson - mother of our townsman, Dr. C. H. Jameson - who has been visiting her relatives and friends in this place and vicinity, returned to her home in Vernon last week. +++ The HOME ADVOCATE was not selected by the Police Jury as the Official Journal of the parish, but we assure our readers that they shall lose nothing by that fact. We will publish the proceeding of the Police Jury, the Venire, and other parochial advertisements gratuitously. We will also publish all items of general interest so for as it is possible for us to become cognizant of them, and we will be thankful to our patrons if they will forward us reports of local happenings throughout the parish. Now is the time to subscribe for the New Year. +++ See advertisements of Mayo & Macky. Fresh beef constantly on hand. Payments for beef furnished to be made promptly every Saturday. +++ The Sabbath schools of this place have united in making preparations for a Christmas tree, for next Thursday night. The following committees have been appointed by the Methodist school to co-operate with similar committees recently appointed by the Baptist Sunday school: Committee to procure the tree: Mr. Perry Cooper - Messrs. O. C. Dawkins and Horace McFarland, (not members) invited to assist. Committee to decorate the tree: Miss Jessie Thompson and Miss Louise Trimble. Committee to solicit contributions: Mrs. J. A. Manning, Mrs. R. B. Dawkins, Misses Jessie Thompson, Louise Trimble, and Annie Schneider. - Miss Emma Cooper, (not a member) invited to assist. ================================================================================= ================================================================================= Friday, 25 December 1885 ================================================================================= ================================================================================= page 3 LOCALS. +++ The ADVOCATE acknowledges a pleasant call on Monday from Capt. James Edmonds, of Shiloh. +++ We regret to learn of the illness [of] Mr. and Mrs. M. J. Baughman. Mr. B. is one of our most estimable citizens. +++ Our confrere of the Richland press has our sincere sympathy in [hi]s bereavement caused by the death of his brother, on 10th inst. +++ Messrs J. Marx & Bro. have a splendid assortment of Holliday foods. +++ We are authorized to announce that Rev. S. R. Cobb will preach [at] the Baptist church, this place, [on] the 1st, Sunday in January. +++ We are pleased to note that Mr. [?] H. Thompson has recovered sufficiently from his recent illness to again appear on the streets. +++ Mr. Rabe Bransford of D’Arbonne was in town last Saturday. [His] left hand and arm are yet disabled from the accident of which he was recently the victim. +++ Mr. J. A. B. Rabun has just [received] a fine assortment of Fruits, [?], Butter, Fire Works, and many other articles suitable for the Holiday season. +++ Jacob Stein and his affable clerks are ready to serve customers with anything needed in the line of Holiday goods, Christmas presents, etc. +++ The many friends of Miss Willie Baker will proudly welcome her return to our midst. She will be the guest of Mrs. Darby during the Holidays. +++ The ADVOCATE was favored on Tuesday by visits from Mr. J. C. James of Oakland, Hon. E. T. Sellers of Walnut Lane, Mr. ___ Hammons of Downsville, and Mr. Gore, of Shiloh. +++ It is rumored that one of our young men is soon to take unto himself a wife, probably about the time the new year puts in an appearance. It is an excellent idea to take an even start with Father Time, in his annual gyrations. +++ Mr. J. A. Ramsey, Sup. Of the Baptist Sunday School has been earnest and constant in his efforts to teach the pupils beautiful songs for the Christmas festival. Parents no doubt very much appreciate his successful efforts in this behalf. +++ Messrs Baughman & Stein are not to be discounted in this section as dealers in first class goods, especially articles suited to the Holiday and New year season. +++ Mr. S. W. Ramsey is now able to attend to his ordinary business affairs, but we regret to learn is still a sufferer from the effects of the carbuncle of which he was recently a victim. +++ Santa Claus has seemingly made his head quarters with Mr. Julius Arent, judging by the ample display made of what is needed in the line of Holliday Goods. +++ Our young townsman who erstwhile was the victim of what came near being a serious accident, in an adjoining parish, while taking a buggy ride with “ye fair ladye,” nothing daunted thereby, is determined to re-visit the scene of his mishap. We trust that he will have better luck this trip. +++ We are much gratified at the steady increase of our circulation, as shown by the new names recently enrolled on our subscription list. The ADVOCATE will enter upon the duties of another year under encouraging auspices, and we will do all we can to make it an indispensable visitor to our patrons. +++ In accordance with an old established and time honored custom - that printers should enjoy the Christmas holidays as well as other folks - only a half-sheet ADVOCATE will be issued next week. The office, from editor up to devil, extends to all the customary greeting: “A MERRY CHRISTMAS.” [Note: By a “devil” Judge Lewis is referring to his “printer’s devil,” the term used for a newspaper editor’s assistant in the 1800s.] +++ One great benefit that accrues to merchants who advertise and enumerate the articles they offer for sale, is, that people are quite apt to go where their attention is called and the trader and his calling become identified in the mind. Days and months may elapse, when the want arises the article desired suggests the advertiser. +++ We were much pleased Tuesday morning to meet with our friend and quondam “boss” - Mr. E. Brunner, of New Orleans - who is here on a visit of pleasure and business, the guest of Col. D. Stein. To see him again on our streets forcibly reminds us of times long a-gone. +++ Sheriff Sale. [Sheriff B. F. Pleasant advertises to sell lot number 6 in the town of Ouachita City to the highest bidder on Saturday, 16 January 1886, seized as the property of O. B. Steele, defendant in the 17th Judicial District Court Case No. 697: State of Louisiana, C. E. Girardy vs. O. B. Steele, Auditor.] ================================================================================= =================================================================================