New Toulouse

Neighbors of the Fifolet pharmacy at the corner of Woodget and Pontalba are reporting odd noises along with comings and goings at all hours. Mr. Hugo Zimmermann, the proprietor of Fifolet pharmacy (hours of operation 8:00–11:00 am and 3–6 pm, as “the Zim” likes his nap), says that egg creams are on special offer and that you should stop in for one but should absolutely avoid the place between noon and 2:00 pm.

Speaking of naps, this reporter was rudely awakened in his modest room by a loud rapping at the door, and shortly a handbill appeared under it:


On the back it read, “DJ Ghosty Kips brings a two-hour set of science fiction-themed music for your listening pleasure! Our newly cleared dance floor is ready for aliens, space pirates, robots, and denizens of the future! Knock on the wherehouse door to get to the old piano elevator. Mister Zimmermann doesn’t want us tramping through the drugstore anymore.”

Obviously none of that makes any sense.

We also have reports of goat activity in the area—never a good sign but apparently the “new normal”  since Prohibition was enacted earlier this year. Citizens should exercise caution in the northwest district, especially at night and during the daytime.

Jack Mondieu wouldn’t know but suggests bringing an empty flask or three.