CHURCH POINT NOTES

Crowley Signal February 27, 1904

Church Point is located 22 miles northeast of Crowley; population 500; in midst of fine farming country; has churches, schools and a bank. The Signal’s correspondent is Pierre Guidry, who is authorized to solicit subscriptions and advertising and collect receipt for same.

There was  notable service held in the Church of the Sacred Heart of Mary here a few days ago that in point of attendance was the largest ever known in the history of the church. The occasion was a special thanksgiving for the bountiful harvest of the past year, and, in response to the invitation of Rev. Father Roger, the people gathered from all around this section to take part in the service. Solemn High Mass was celebrated by the President of the Grand Coteau College, and the music which was a feature of the service was rendered in full choir of the church, assisted by a large orchestra. Not only were the thanks of the people returned for the blessings they had received in the past, but intercessions were by the clergy for a continuation of divine mercy and the deep interest taken by the large congregation, which crowded the big church to its utmost capacity, evidenced by their heartiness in the special festival.

Laurent Leger, the twelve year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Numa Leger, died last Sunday of thyphoid fever, after a brief illness, and was buried the next day.

Emil Daigle completed the new building put up for the postoffice and the business of Uncle Sam has been moved into it. There has been considerable building done around here this year, adding much to the growth and appearance of the town.

Merchants: T. Guidry dealer in Hardware, J.D. Murrel Wheelright, Blacksmith and General Repair, Homer Barousse Dealer in General Mdse, Hardward, Saddles, Harness, Furniture, Agricultural implements, Cotton bought, Commercial Bank of Church Point Homer Barousse, President, Edward Daigle, Vice President, J.A. Barousse Cashier; Victor Brunet Saddle, harness and shoemaker and repairer, Tobacco and soft drinks.