News from Rapides Parish

A Freedman by the name of Wesley Brown, was, on Christmas night, stabbed with a Spanish dirk knife just below the pit of the stomach, by a white man named Blas Despallier. This occurred at a negro ball about three miles from this Town. The freedman died about twenty-four hours after receiving the stab and is said to have suffered intensely. Coroner Wood held an inquest on the body of the deceased and the verdict was in accordance with the facts as above. Wesley Brown was good, well behaved negro and from All the testimony had not given the least provocation to Despallier for the commission of the deed. As a matter of course Despallier has escaped, not the least effort being made to arrest him. We mention the last fact to remind the public that Sheriff Andrews was removed on the alleged presumtion that he failed to do his duty iu a similar case. Every body at the time knew the charge was false and only trumped up to make room for mendicant loyalty. The latter article has had several chances offered to perform wonders, but failed to come to time. Will not the pimps and bloated buzzards of the Alexandria ring for once acknowledge the corn and report the truth this time to Flanders? Now is the time to show your justice for a poor murdered Freedman and not by the hands of a d—n rebel. The Louisiana Democrat., January 01, 1868 Jrice

Louisiana Rambler 1818-04-11

25 Dollars Reward

Ranaway from the subscriber, living in this place, on or about the 20th February last, a negro man named DAVE, he is about 5 feet 10 or 11 inches high, rather of a light complexion, yellow eyes walks with his toes apart more than common, has a feminine voice, about 26 years of age. It is expected that he will direct his course towards Natchitoches as he was owned by Dr. Sibley, and has a wife at a Mr. Flemmings lving at or near that place. The above reward will be paid on delivery of said negro , or if secured in any jail within this state and information given thereof, and all reasonable charges paid..SABRINA CANNON

Louisiana Ramble 1818-04-11

Notice

All persons indebted to the late ? of DAVID WOOD, are earnest, requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, who is authorised to receive and receipt for the same..CHARLES K. BLANCHARD, Attorney at Law. Alexandria, March 7, 1818

Louisiana Ramble 1818-04-11

Alexandria, April 11, 1818

The subscriber hopes that those indebted to the estate of ARCHIBALD PHILLIPS decd. will come forward and settle their respective accounts, and oblige. James Rogers

Louisiana Ramble 1818-04-11

List of Letters

Remaining in the Post Office at Alexandria, Louisiana, 31st March 1818

ISSAC PARKINS, Post Master, Alexandria April 4

Ashcraft, John

Armstrong, Hugh.

Black, Mary

Bradley, John R.

Brown, Richard

Brainard, Jno.

Brown, Robert

Cheneweth, Thos.

Clarkson, Doct.

Clark, Joshua G.

Cole, Ira.

Clinton, Ezekiel

Curtis, Nancy

English, James

French, Saml.

Grafton, James

Hays, James

Hodyson, Wm.

Harmanson, Patrick

Hermanson, Anne R.

Holliday, Wm.

Holt, Delila

Jett, Tabitha

Kelly, Wm.

Lombard, John

Learue, Sarah

Learue Mrs.

Mafterss, Richard

Morfis, John

McNeely, Andrew

McCrummin, Kennith

Miller, Wm.

Munson, Henry W.

Marshall, William

Namar, Ephriam M.

Newman, Wm.

Nadaud, Jaques

Oquin, Eezekiel

Porter, T. C.

Popham & Barnival

Prather, John

Patterson, Thomas

Purcell, Lepton

Pullecaut, Sophia

Phillips, John

Rogers, James

Seabrooke, Thomas

Smith, Ralph

Stoker, Henry

Simons, Peter

Taylor, James

Williamson, Wm.

Whilhs, Haae

Walling, Inman

Walker, Joseph

Zamorand, Joaqn

Louisiana Rambler 1818-03-28

Notice

All persons indebted to the late firm of DROMGOOLE & HERVEY, or either separately, are requested to make immediate payment to the subscriber, who is authorised to collect the same; otherwise suits will be instituted indescriminately against deliquents. Charles T. Scott, Attorney at Law. March 28

Louisiana Rambler 1818-04-11

Sylvester Grisworld, recently from Baltimore, informs the merchants of Alexandria and the adjacent country and public generally, that he has lately opened in the house above and adjoining Mr. P. Wale's store, a large and general assortment of Plain & Japaned Tinware, which he will sell by retail or wholesale to merchants as low as it can be had in New Orleans. April 11

Louisiana Rambler 1818-03-28

Sale at Auction

On Saturday the 4th of April, at the store of William Harvey, will be sold at public auction, FOR CASH, the following articles of Merchandize (merchandize listed)...Thos. C. SCott, Parish Judge, March 28.

Louisiana Rambler 1818-03-28

Notice

ALL persons indebted to the store kept by J. B. Casenave, on Bayou Boeuss, will please call on the subscriber, who is authorised to receive. P. Wale Jun., Feb. 2.

Louisiana Rambler 1818-04-11

Doctor S. W. W. Johnson, respectfully tenders his professional services to the public. In the practice of medicine, surgery, &c. he will pay every attention to those who request his services. His residence is at Mr. C. Curtis' tavern. March 1.

Louisiana Rambler 1818-03-28

Wm. Rummage's Estate
All persons having claims against the estate of William Rummage decd. are requested to deposite the same with the undersigned without delay. And all who are indebyted to the same, are requested to make payment immediately. John Casson, Curater of the estate of Wm. Rummage decd. March 14. Transcribed by Dena Whitesell

Wm. H. Carnal, before removing to Missouri last fall, sold off most of his Slaves at their own request…they not wishing to leave Louisiana.

Tempy, his Cook, after reaching Missouri became dissatisfied and wished to return to Rapides, and accordingly her master has sent her to me for sale.

She is fully acclimated, having spent nearly her whole life in this parish, is 32 or 33 years old, an excellent family cook, washes well, irons beautifully, what is most rare, is perfectly trust-worthy. Upon leaving home her mistress used to always leave the house keys in Tempy’s possession, and never was the trust abused. To a person desiring such a servant, her cash value is not less than $1500.00 Short paper with good endorsers, or city acceptance, will be taken.

Mercer Canfield

Alex.May 23, 1859

[source: The Louisiana Democrat, July 13, 1859 edition, transcribed by: Melody Beery]

$50.00 REWARD

Runaway from the undersigned residing on Bayou Boeuf, on Monday night, May 30^th, two negro boys to wit:

HILLERY AND HARRY

Hillery, aged about 25 years, weighs about 165 or 70 lbs., about 6 feet high, black complexion, has very bad teeth, and rather down countenance when spoken to.

Harry is very near the same size and is very black; aged about 20 years.

They will aim for Texas or New Orleans. I will give Fifty Dollars Reward for their delivery to me on Bayou Boeuf, or lodged in Jail at Alexandria, Rapides Parish, so that I can get them.

J.W. McKinney

June 1, 1859

[source: The Louisiana Democrat, July 13, 1859 edition, transcribed by: Melody Beery]

SHERIFF’S SALES:

State of Louisiana}

Parish of Rapides }

Johns S. Butler }

Vs } No. 4451

W. D. Barton, et al }

By Virtue of a writ of fi..fa. issued out of the District Court, in and for the Parish and State aforesaid and directed to the Sheriff thereof, (said writ issuing in the above recited cause), will be exposed at

PUBLIC SALE

At the Court House door in the town of Alexandria on:

SATURDAY

The 6^th day of August, 1859, between the hours prescribed by law, all the right, title and interest, of one of the defendants, A. J. James, in and to the following property, to wit:

A certain steamboat called the Albetross, now lying in the Little River, with the tackle, appendage and machinery, consisting of two Steam Engines.

Seized in the above recited cause to satisfy said writ.

Terms of Sale- Cash, with the benefit of appraisment.

Sheriff’s Office, July 1, 1859

J.C. Wise, Sheriff

July 6-ptr’s fee $10.

[source: Louisiana Democrat July 13, 1859 edition, transcribed by: Melody Beery]

Succession Sale,

State of Louisiana,}

Parish of Rapides }

Estate of Wade H. Adams, dec’d.

PURSUANT to an Order of the Honorable the 13^th District Copurt in and for said Parish and State, I will sell at

PUBLIC AUCTION

To the highest bidder at the Court House door in town of Alexandria, on Saturday, 16^th day of July next, the property belonging to said Succession, to wit:

Eighty Acre Tract of Land on which deceased last resided.

Two or Three Horses;

Eight Head of Cattle;

Twelve Head of Sheep;

Six Sows and Pigs;

One Ox Wagon;

Two Rifle Gun;

A Lot of Household and Kitchen Furniture.

A few Plantation Tools, &c., &e,

TERMS OF SALE- on a credit of twelve months, purchasers to give their notes with approved security in solido with 8 percent per annum interest from day of sale, and mortgage retained on land.

Sheriff’s Office, May 24^th, 1859

J.C. WISE, SHERIFF.

May 25-ptr’s fee $12.

[source: Louisiana Democrat July 13, 1859 edition, transcribed by: Melody Beery]

STATE OF LOUISIANA-PARISH OF RAPIDES

Hester Nathan vs. her husband Norris Nathan- No. 6444.

BY VIRTUE of a writ of fi.fa. issued out of the District Court, in and for the Parish and State aforesaid, and directed to the Sheriff thereof, said writ issuing in the above recited cause, will be exposed at public sale at the Court house door, in the town of Alexandria, on SATURDAY, the 6^th day of August, 1859, between the hours prescribed by law, the following described property, to wit:

A lot of Dry Goods, consisting of-

14 pairs of Summer Pants:

2 Pieces Cottonade;

8 Dozen Undershirts;

2 Dozen Shirt Bosoms;

About 300 yards of various Calico Domestic;

Stockings, Stocks, handkerchief, Blue Cotton, Hats, Shoes, Gloves, Pins, Needles, Show-Case, Spool thread, Silk, &c.

Also a lot of Groceries, consisting of-

Sugar, Coffee, Tobacco, Candles, Soap, Bacon, Flour, rice, Tea, Salt, Salaratus, mackerel, &c., and Store Fixtures, one Box of Winter Clothing, and One Horse and Buggy.

Seized in the above case to satisfy said writ.

TERMS OF SALE- CASH, with the benefit of appraisment.

Sheriff’s Office, June 21^st, 1859

J.C. Wise, Sheriff.

June 22-ptr’s fee $16.

[source: Louisiana Democrat July 13, 1859 edition, transcribed by: Melody Beery]

STATE OF LOUISIANA – PARISH OF RAPIDES

L.A.M. Debblee vs. W. B. Ware - No. 6092

By Virue of a Writ of fi.fa. issued out of the District Court, in and for the Parish and State aforesaid, and directed to the Sheriff thereof, said writ issuing in the above recited cause, will be exposed at Public Sale at the court House door in the town of Alexandria on SATURDAY the 5^th day of august, 1859, between the hours prescribed by law, the following described property, to with:

A certain Tract or parcel of LAND,

Situated in the Parish of Rapides in the Pinewoods, near Spring Hill Academy, on Hurricane Creek, containing 160 acres, more or less, bounded on the East by lands of Randall B. Eldred and J.S. Kilpatrick, on the South by lands of Randall B. Eldred, on the West by public lands and on the North by lands formerly owned by E.G. Robert, being the same purchased by said Ware from L. A. How and Elizabeth How, on the 26^th day of February, 1851.

Seized in the above recited cause to satisfy said writ.

TERMS OF SALE-CASH, with the benefit of appraisement

Sheriff’s Office, June 21^st, 1859

J.C. Wise, Sheriff,

June 22, ptr’s fee $16.

[source: Louisiana Democrat July 13, 1859 edition, transcribed by: Melody Beery]

Died-in Petersburg VA, on the 22^nd of June, 1859, Samuel J. Clarke, in the 35^th year of his age. He was born near, and educated in North Carolina, in 1850 became a resident of this Parish, and continued so until his death.

Thus has passed away in the morning of life, one whose heart beat only to generous impulses, whose kind and gentle manners endeared him to all who knew him. Fulfilling with the strictest integrity every obligation of life, a kind master, a generous friend, a noble brother, he has passed from earth. Oh that his restless spirit in passing through the dark shadow of the bales of death has found eternal joy and peace in heaven. If he had faults he sinned only against himself; let us in his untimely grave bury them with his mortal remains, and remember rather the many shining virtues which he so eminently possessed. His grave though far, far away from his adopted land will bloom with the flowers of his child hoods home, planted by the hands of devoted affection. To his bereaved wife and distressed brothers and sister, though they grieve as a void that will never be filled, we, while mingling our tears with theirs, for the too- early blighting of his manhood hopes, point theirs; for consolation to Him who tempereth the wind to the shorn lamb, remembering that He doth all things well. If a life of purity, of generous impulses, kind deeds, yes, the fulfilling of all earths’ obligations, can avail, thou art now in Heaven; and the tears and prayers of afflicted relatives and friends that are now pouring for the loss of the presence of one they all delighted to love. But if it is as we hope and believe, our loss is your eternal gain. Rest then my Brother sweetly, till the fiat of God shall, go forth commanding the grave to give up its dead.

[source: Louisiana Democrat July 13, 1859 edition, transcribed by: Melody Beery]

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