The Gazette August 22, 1900 Mr. J. E. Smith informs us that a negro named Lee Moore was killed on the suburbs of Junction City last Sunday. The darkey had been arrested on charge of procuring goods under false pretenses, and was in custody of Deputy Marshal Burke and Justice Walter Marcus. Passing his house, … Continue reading Suspect Killed in Junction City
Newspaper Articles
Court Items
The Gazette August 22, 1900 At 1:30 o'clock Monday afternoon judge Dawkins called court to order, all the officers being at their posts. He appointed J. G. Trimble foreman of the grand jury and the panel was completed as follows: W. F. Grafton, H. A. Johnson, M. L. Davis, J. P. Kirkpatrick, T. C. Atkinson, … Continue reading Court Items
Premium on Marriage
An old farmer, dictating his will to a lawyer, says: "I give and bequeath to my wife the sum of $100 a year. Is that writ down, mister?" "Yes, said the lawyer, but she is not so old that she may marry again. Won't you make any change, in that case? Most people do." "Ah, … Continue reading Premium on Marriage
Lost, Strayed or Stolen
The Gazette July 25, 1900 The police member of ward three has disappeared, and his many friends fear that he has been kidnapped by some venturesome widow. He left home about the first of July and was last heard of at Ward's Chapel on July 4th. Any information concerning his whereabouts will be gratefully received … Continue reading Lost, Strayed or Stolen
A Rivival at Marion
The Gazette June 13, 1900 A holiness revival, conducted by Miss Bessie Copeland of Texas, will begin at Marion, La., August 7th. She is a fine baptized lady, 19 years old, with rare gifts as a gospel preacher and soul winner. The meeting will be run upon the self-sustaining plan. Everybody is invited. The object … Continue reading A Rivival at Marion
Fire in Farmerville
The Gazette June 13, 1900 A lighted lamp fell from a window Sunday evening at Mr. J. B. Covington's residence and exploded. The burning oil attracted the attention of the congregation at the Methodist church during prayer, and when the minister had finished praying his congregation had pretty much deserted him. A number rushed to … Continue reading Fire in Farmerville
Rabies at D’Arbonne
The Gazette May 30, 1900 The people of D'Arbonne vicinity are considerably stirred up over the danger of rabies. Several dogs, cattle, hogs, etc., have died of hydrophobia in that section, and there is no telling what animals have been bitten. All the citizens there should keep their dogs confined during the prevalence of the … Continue reading Rabies at D’Arbonne
Shooting Scrape
The Gazette May 30, 1900 A ripple of excitement was created in Farmerville Monday afternoon by a shooting affray on Main street between J. B. Covington and W. D. Chandler , both white men. Each extended compliments to the other in the nature of two shots apiece. Covington used a Winchester rifle and Chandler a … Continue reading Shooting Scrape
Blind Tiger Operator Caught
The Gazette May 23, 1900 Saturday afternoon Marshal Atkinson, under the belief that Geo. Caldwell, colored, was running a blind tiger in Farmerville, searched his premises, and found convincing evidence that the negro was selling whiskey. There were several bottles of liquor ready for sale in a chest that was locked. At first George refused … Continue reading Blind Tiger Operator Caught
Arrested for Wife Murder
The Gazette May 23, 1900 Last Saturday night Sheriff Pafford, of Collin county, Tex., assisted by Sheriff Johnson, of Monroe, arrested Jas. M. Taylor, Jr., formerly of Union Parish, on the very grave charge of murdering his own wife. It is said that about April 5th Taylor dragged his wife from bed and kicked her … Continue reading Arrested for Wife Murder
A Horrible Murder
The Gazette May 2, 1900 Henry Cleveland, a colored man of Marion ward, came to town Monday and reported to the coroner that the dead body of a white man had been found near a creek on his place. Dr. Jameson went out and held an inquest, and discovered that the man came to his … Continue reading A Horrible Murder
From Farmerville
The Gazette April 11, 1900 Mr. W. J. Atkinson went to Ruston Sunday. J. G. Trimble has just received a big assortment of 25¢ novels. A boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. M. Gilbert last Sunday. A splendid rain fell Saturday night. Friday is a legal holiday, it being Good Friday. The little child … Continue reading From Farmerville
A Bold Thief
The Gazette April 11, 1900 Last Saturday night a thief went to Mr. J. L. Wynne's stable near Mt. Tabor, and stole his pony, leaving in its place a small broken down sorrel animal. The stolen horse is a heavy built cream pony with heavy mane and tail, perfectly gentle. Any person seeing such a … Continue reading A Bold Thief
Miss Emma Dean
The Gazette April 4, 1900 I take pleasure in announcing to the ladies of Farmerville and vicinity that Miss Emma Dean has taken charge of the ladies department in my store, where she will be pleased to meet lady customers and assist them in selecting their goods. Her experience in dressmaking and millinery, couple with … Continue reading Miss Emma Dean
Rabun Fire
The Gazette April 4, 1900 Last Saturday about noon the residence and smokehouse of Mrs. Kate Rabun, about three miles northwest of Farmerville, were destroyed by fire, together with most of the contents of the buildings. The blaze originated in the kitchen, and as a stiff wind was blowing the flames were soon communicated to … Continue reading Rabun Fire
“Set ’em Up”
The Gazette April 4, 1900 Monday morning Judge Chandler was called upon to tie the nuptial knot for Mr. Jab Belin and Miss Ophelia Garner, a runaway couple from Bradley County, Ark. The Judge did the work up in short order, after which the happy couple went on their way rejoicing. They did not arrange … Continue reading “Set ’em Up”
Jail Delivery
The Gazette March 14, 1900 This morning about 1 o'clock three negro prisoners broke jail and made their escape. They were Leroy Hicks, who stands indicted for killing Bush Hayes; Squire Johnson, convicted of assault with a dangerous weapon at last sitting of court, and who pleaded guilty to carrying a pistol, who was in … Continue reading Jail Delivery
Livery Stable Burned at Bernice
The Gazette March 7, 1900 Monday night the livery stable owned by Mr. J. W. Stancil at Bernice was destroyed by fire. Practically nothing was saved from the building. Two or three head of stock were burned to death, and another mule while rushing through the flames had its eyes burned out. Part of this … Continue reading Livery Stable Burned at Bernice
Horror Party
The Gazette March 7, 1900 A "horror" party was given Monday evening by Miss Reita Hartman to her Farmerville friends. Each guest came forward at the proper time with the horror of his or her life. The most amusing "horror" presented was brought forward by Miss Mary McLeod in the shape of a live mouse. … Continue reading Horror Party
From Farmerville
The Gazette March 7, 1900 Mr. G. L. Shields spent a few days in Monroe during the past week. The rain of Tuesday caused broad smiles to linger upon the faces of stave and timber men. Messrs. Jacob Stein and J. G. Trimble came up Monday afternoon from New Orleans. C. C. Norman, Esq., of … Continue reading From Farmerville
From Farmerville
The Gazette February 28, 1900 Lient.-Col. R. G. Pleasant, of Shreveport, is spending a few days in Farmerville. Mr. W. J. Atkinson has bought the grocery store of Messr. Fenton & Dean. Mr. G. Hartman made a business trip to Monroe on the 25th inst. Rev. J. V. B. Waldrop filled the pulpit at the … Continue reading From Farmerville
From Farmerville
The Gazette February 21, 1900 Drummers were very much in evidence in Farmerville Friday. Don't fail to vote in the judicial primary election next Saturday. Mr. Jacques M. Levy, a drummer well known in this parish, died last week at Little Rock, Ark. "Blind tiger" liquor was very much in evidence on our streets Monday. … Continue reading From Farmerville
Honor Roll for Everett Institute
The Gazette February 14, 1900 The following is the honor roll of Everett Institute for the month ending Feb 2, 1900: First Grade---Allen Causey, Milton Buckley, George Hughes, Medie Hughes. Third Grade---Maida Cole, Janet Henderson. Fourth Grade---Alma Carroll, Effie Mathews. Fifth Grade---Hermon Holloway, Herbert Holloway. Sixth Grade---Birdie Baker, Belle Vines, Clifford Carroll, Ottis Nash, Eddie … Continue reading Honor Roll for Everett Institute
Honor Roll for the Farmerville Institute
The Gazette February 14, 1900 The Honor Roll for the Farmerville Institute for the month ending Friday February 9, 1900, is as follows: First grade---Fred Thomason, Mildred Haas, Fay Baughman; Second grade---Gladys Banghman; Third grade---May Shultz; Fourth grade---Annie Preaus; Fifth grade---Lonnie Thomason; Seventh grade---Mabel Gilbert; Eighth grade---Birdie Cook; Ninth grade---Florence Donley. The highest mark was … Continue reading Honor Roll for the Farmerville Institute
From Farmerville
The Gazette February 14, 1900 Mr. Edmund Haas went to Monroe Monday on business. Mr. R. J. Rasbury is wrestling with an attack of the grip. Miss Bailey, of Bernice, is visiting the family of Mrs. J. P. Odom, near Farmerville. Capt. L. Brunner spent a few days with relatives and friends in Farmerville last … Continue reading From Farmerville
Pistol Shots
The Gazette February 7, 1900 Last Saturday evening, an hour before night, three pistol shots were fired near the principal part of town. It was evidently done out of mischief and meanness, pure and simple; just because it was contrary to the town laws. This lawless set in itself is small, but the motive behind … Continue reading Pistol Shots
Runaway Mules
The Gazette February 7, 1900 Police Juror Hamilton informs us that while he with some other parties were passing the Farmerville academy Monday morning in a wagon, a thoughtless boy scared the mules they were driving, causing the animals to run away. Some of the occupants jumped from the vehicle, while others "faced the music" … Continue reading Runaway Mules
Fred F. Preaus, Esq.
The Gazette February 7, 1900 By reference to our announcement columns it will be seen that Fred F. Preaus, Esp., has entered the race for district attorney for the fourth judicial district. Mr. Preaus has had many urgent solicitations from strong and influential men of both Union and Lincoln parishes to run for the position, … Continue reading Fred F. Preaus, Esq.
Fire
The Gazette February 7, 1900 Mr. B. A. Taylor had the misfortune to lose by fire one night last week his dwelling, smokehouse and most of their contents. It is thought the fire originated in the kitchen. The family were asleep at the time the blaze broke our, and they barley had time to escape … Continue reading Fire
From Farmerville
The Gazette February 7, 1900 Read warning notice of the E. C. Drew Investment Co. Read tax notice by Sheriff Pleasant, and act accordingly. Miss Elise Guehring left last Friday for New Orleans The small pox scare has about died away. Eld. Henry Archer was able to be on our streets last week for the … Continue reading From Farmerville
