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Newspaper

The Weekly Echo

Location

Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

May 09, 1868

Page

4

New York and Boston Faces in a Time of Change

The text reflects Northern and Southern attitudes in the era, contrasting New York and Boston with the South. It argues against sensationalism and asserts that reconciliation or resistance will be sustained by force if needed, implying enduring conflict between regions. The Charleston Mercury expresses defiant views on Southern secession and federal policy, warning that the South will resist by any means, sword or bayonet, as tensions rise.

North United States

Railway axle failure delays train by hours

A railway accident occurred when a tender axle gave way, delaying the train for several hours. A passenger explained the delay with a grave quip about a sudden breaking of a tender attachment, reflecting the era's often humorous take on mishaps.

Lyons and McClellan v Sallier trial in June case

Amelia Lyons wife sues William McClelland Sallier in a civil action. Leveque represents the plaintiff and Wella the intervener. Case set for trial on the ninth day of June in the record.

Amelia Lyons William McCle- Joseph Sallier Leveque Wella

Law notice on intervention dismissal in 1868 case

The document states that the intervention of Jibh Sailier is dismissed at the costs of intervenor. It notes the judicial district Bailey and the date April 25, 1868, with the deputy clerk Rosteen and the Amtecopy clerk’s office statement dated May 2, 1868 in Lake Charles.

Toon Halanes Jibh Sailier Bailey Sthi Judicial Dist M. J. Rosteet Lake Charles Panel Eee Penes Amelia Tiyons Im. McCleland Mars H. Haskell Recorder Et Notaire Joseph Sallier Avril A. Bailey Calcasieu St. Landry Lafayette Louis 8. Leveque

Masonic Lodge to be Dedicated at Lake Charles

The Masonic Lake Charles Lodge number 165 will be dedicated in Lake Charles Louisiana on Saturday May 16 1868. Brethren in good standing are summoned to assemble at the new room by order of W M Williams and secretary Rosteeet. Includes note from The New Orleans Crescent editor C Nixon listing journal’s history and rates.

Lake Charles A. M Bro. Co Wolley D. di Lig P.M A.B. Williams W. M

Probate Sale of John B. Cole Succession Auction Notice

Sheriff David J. Rood will publically auction the described parcels in Opelousas Louisiana as part of the Coles succession. Properties include multiple tracts with United States patents and receipts dated 1843 to 1860, located in Township 5 South Range 4 West and adjoining sections, with a stated cash sale on May 3, 1868.

John B. Cole the A of Latin Callasie David J. Rood Ling Pee Iunds Opelousas Sores N. W District of Lands Ieee United States N. B Range No Enid William Foreman Absalom Cole William Woods Texaa

Petitions for Homology Approval in Lake Charles

Notice announces tabled petitions related to homology and the administrator’s bond. Court clerk J. W. Moss records May 2, 1868 in Lake Charles. The notice invites all interested parties to respond within a set days.

Academy Free and Domestic Goods Markets Report

A compact notice lists free and domestic goods including groceries, boots, and related items offered by local merchants. The fragment suggests sales or price postings from a community marketplace or trade bulletin.

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New York Boston N. O. Times Kate Phil Rustic Belle Jan Masonic The New Orleans Crescent Camp Street V. C. Nixon Eas Pe Bon Butler DOW Evenia Nia Vente Publique John R. Cole l'Hon Cour Juin Ven Sontenant la Moitie la Moitié B. Dug N. O la Moitié N Ig N. O Bea Nord Cale Nero’ Vanden Ds William Nods Jaiau'na Ter Eaiaie Chen von Dons Ana J. W. Moss Etat de la Louisiane Eloise Rion Oise Lebleu J. V. Moss Greffier Bureau du Greffier Lac Charles George H. Wells Calcasieu, Parish Bh. Landry Latsyeten St. Tte Vermillion Culcasicu Academy J. W. Bryan Louis Fisher Kirby and Ryan Streets D.J. Read Hibert
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