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Newspaper
The Weekly Echo
Location
Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1875
Page
3
Parish warrants for wire at J W Bryan and his at-cost linen sale frame a July issue that also reports a census boost for Calcasien and Cameron parishes. The article provides population tallies, literacy by race, voting potential, land figures, and notes fruit crops thriving in the semi tropical climate.
The deceased had been unwell for a few days but not seriously. Fifteen minutes before death, he suffered a rapid decline. The cause appeared to be madness and severe stomach congestion. Much sympathy is expressed for the bereaved parents.
An essay warns that prejudice hardens the mind like a wall of mud and blinds a person to sunlight and progress. It likens prejudiced individuals to a dog in the manger, details their ignorance, mistrust, and slander, and urges reconstruction through greater intelligence and broader views. The piece cites education and the golden rule, ending with a centennial quip about sowing and reaping from Cambridge soldiers.
A self described local publication from Houston Harris County Texas offers brief notes and promotional text urging readers to send one dollar to receive the issue. The piece mentions Democratic and spicy themes and cites W B Small as proprietor.
Frank Moore of Lake Charles Louisiana listed as surveyor and civil enomera handling all work. The item mentions bonds and addresses related to M. House and WH Boundway New York, with June JT noted as absolved from courts.
Advertises a broad stock of dry goods notions groceries hardware shoes and more at low prices with embroidery ribbons and batistes highlighted. Also announces US Mail Stage Route schedule between Lake Charles New Iberia and New Orleans with departure times and rates and a stage office at J W Bryan's store Lake Charles.
Alfred Moss v James E Ellender state of Louisiana parish Calcasieu No 112 writ of fieri facias directs sale at court door Take a Alot nD 187 parcels Lot 18 19 Township 11 South Range West Lot 14 19 Township 11 South Range 9 West Lot 5 Southeast quarter of Section 24 Township 11 South Range 10 West totaling 160 acres more or less Seized under writ Lake Charles July 1 1875 by Sheriff HL Lyons deputy sheriff offices Lake Charles Louisiana
A local bakery opens with a focus on quick service and daily fresh bread. Officials describe a bright storefront, open kitchen, and affordable prices aimed at neighborhood shoppers. Assistants and bakers plan to offer pastries, coffee, and seasonal specials.
FERREN Carpenter and Builder of Lake Charles LA solicits public patronage. dated Sept 21 1872 to July 15 1870.
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