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The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1824-02-12
NOTICE.

TAMEs TOWNSEND. informs his friends and
the public. that he has employed an experience
workman, at the CABINET MAKING BUSINESS
and is ready to attend TO the calls Of bis old Gus
toners and Frends-the smallest favoar will b !
gracefully acknowledged and punctually saitende
tocSii ~ the Chambers over his Store, north cor.
ner ot Bannister's wharf March 90 1921
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1824-02-12
POETRY.


From the New.fIsmpshire Gazette.
a CBaisT.Mfs PRESENT
yos Tas LArIRs.
Old Mtior Drunndrisxle. declared on his life,
(And he swore in week. be would show 40
Each man IN this country, IS ruled by his vile
SO adroitiy, the b,ockLeads don't know it.
lie estsbrsh'd plan. by which he would try
To prove il; so moving his Iegs,
He rigg,d out n coach in the twiri OF an eye,
And cispt in bogshesd oil eggs.
The driver was orier'd house not TO pass,
But admit,spce, moment TO beg
1.-THE man rul'd his wi'e, to give him horse,
iflhe woman commanded-an egg
Two days scarce e,spsd-the eggs were most gone !!
(IIs stopp'd AZ a world full Ut housssi)
Al last WAS reduced TO one--on!y one,
So much for the governing spouses.
tie ADDRESSED young man--' do you command here .
1" Yes, sir"--in an audible voice;
" Ny master has made you present monsieur,
A tro,ier 30 now take your choice"
3he man was delighted. and chose fine grey,
Then askd bin to pass there the night;
Hut before Mr. EoachInan knew what to say,
Masm enter'd, and stuck for zvtife
Cried .,fosicr, al my dear, It's indifferent TO me,
Take the white, il you wi il. b~g,"
The cOscbmsn replied. "you'Ii have neither Isee.
Dut be pess'd to aco pt my last egg"
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1824-02-12
BFAUT'Y.

BEAUTY.
We worship bssuy as We worship pretty
por,tsit~- before We sPproach close enough TO
SEQ the f. int.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1824-02-12
NOTICE.

Un, Jan %. 1924.
Constitutional Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1824-1832, 1824-08-27
$50 REWARD FOR A RUNAwA Y.

- UNAWAY on Friday morning, the 9th inst.
H from the batteaux on which he working,
on James River. thirty miles above Richmond, a
young negro man named BOB, about twenty years
ofage, of small statue, yellow complexon straight
black hair, somewhat of the appearance of anlndi-
an-speaks slowly, almost droning--Aas, at first
view of him, simple appearance, but ON cxa,nina-
ton will be found shrewd and intelligent. I do
not know if he has any flesh marks about him. He
was raised by Mr.. Jefferson, at Monticello, in AL
bemarle county, who sold him to Mr.. Wheat, WHO
sold him to MIR. McKinny, of Charlottesville, of
whom l purchased him the first Tuesday in last
month. He has relations at Monticello, at MIR.
Jeferson's plantation, near Lynchburg, In Rich
mond, at Mr.. Tho's. Mann andolphs plantatatiom,
near Tuckahoe creek, few miles above Richmond,
and al Wilton, below Richmond. think it most
probable he is making his way either to Albemarle
or the plantation near Lynchburg. He away
from Mr.. Wheat, about year ago, and endeavor-
ed to get to Pennsylvania but was apprehendcd.
will give fifty dollars reward for experimenting
and delivering him to at the Virginia Mills in
the county of Buckingham, if taken without the
state, and reasonable travelling expcnces paid-or
ten dollars if taken within the stale, and secured in
jail, so that get him again, and reasonable travel
ing exPences if brought home.
ASBURY CRENSHAw.
VIRGINIA MILLS,
Rockingham CITY. Va. Aug. 81. wts62.
Constitutional Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1824-1832, 1824-08-27
II = II
His Excellency JAMES PLEAsANrs,
Governor of Virginia, Richmond.
French Address to La Fauette.

'c'H|t S1UuItSS 10 LII frNNfNe.
Amidst the inuunerable details of sautes and ad
dresses to La Fayette, have been particularly
charmed with that of the French gentlemen assem-
bled in .Neu York to welcome their countrymam-
What can he more gratifying TO an American Cor a
citizen Of the ,corld, indeed) than to read as hav-
ing issued from the lips of foreigners, language like
the following -
"The freeand Spontaneously homage of this gem
erous and enlightened people, is a striking les
son Tor the powerful of the earth. 1t teaches
them that if nations forget, OF only remember
with execratons, the names of those who op-
press them, they honor, they cherish their bene-
factors, and leave as legacy to the gratitude
of their posterity thenames of a Washington and
a La Fayette.n
In La Fayefte's answer. also, there is something
inexpressiby touching, His grateful notice of the
parting accents" of his friends I" from the shore of
France"-the tender expression by which he cha
racterizes his nofUe country "our
will find vibrating chord of unison, in every
patriotic bosom.
Constitutional Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1824-1832, 1824-08-27
Richmond County, Georgin, Meeting.


In compliance ciM Mcir irish, we insert the fol-
lowing communication Deceived by mair from
meeting, protesting to be composed of large
number of the oldest inhabitants of South Carolina
and Georgia, some of whom served in the Southern
Campaigns of the Revolutionary war"
AT a meeting (by appointment,) on the 18th
day of August, Il 24, in the county of Richmond,
of a large number of the oldest inhabitants of
South Carolina and Georgia, some of whom
served in the southern campaigns during the re-
yolutiopary war-it is deemed proper to organize
ourselves, for the purpose of embracing ma
tional right, Of expressing our sentiments to our
fellow citizens upon the state of the union, in
regard 10 the pending election of President and
Vice President of The United States-and at the
same time to express our feelings upon other
national subjects. The purposes of this meeting
being generally understood, but more partcu.
larry stated by John Berry, Esq. Mr.. Abra-
ham Howard ian old revolutionary soTdier,) was
then nominated and unanimously called TO
the Chair, and William Sullivan appoint
ed Secretary. The following resolutions were
then introduced; on which the sense Of the
meeting being separately taken, were unani-
mousIy adopted:
1st. Resolved, That each member Of this
meeting, do feel entirely Invested on this occa-
sion, of all political party spirit and under Sc
rious and solemn obligation towards the inter
nal peace and future welfare of our country and
its republican form of government.
Cd. ResoiUed, That we regret to see and
hear Of so much party spirit brewing of late in
our political horison, and concentrating with
an alarming aspect about the capitol at Wash
ingten.
80. Resolved, THAT when the fountain
head of a government becomes impure, BY iu-
Constitutional Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1824-1832, 1824-08-27
VIRGINIA

At Rules, holden in tho Clerks Office Of the Supe-
rior Court Of Chancery for the Richmond District,
the 26th day of June, 1924.
Mordccai Abraham Pitt
Against
Robert 3. Gaines, H'illiam L. Abraham and Tho
mas infrec, Dcfts.
The defendant Thomas ViOfrec, not having
entered his appearance and given security accord
ing the act Of Assembly and the rules Of this
Count, and it appearing by satisfactory evidence,
that he is not an inhabitant Of this country 1t is
ordered, that The said defendant do appear hero
the first day Of the nest term and the bill Of
the plaintiff; and that copy of this order be forth
with inserted in some newspaper published in the
city Of Richmond, for two months successively, and
posted the front door of the capitol, in tic said
city.
wew56 nv. IT. LEWN0. q G.
Constitutional Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1824-1832, 1824-08-27
GENERAL LA FAYETTE's REPLY.
NEW York Ann,s, 1,

VIEW DIRK, august To, 1871.
SIR have been honored on my arrival, with
your kind letter, August 10Th, inelosing those fat
tering Resolutions of the Volunteer Gonna MES of
Richmond and Norfolk. The pleasure and graft
tude they could not fail To excite, is still enhanced
by the sense OF my obligation the citizens of Vir-
gna during an arduous ca paign. Happy will be
to have the indispensable qualification to meet them
at the place on the anniversary ofthe day, which
closed our labours BE pleased, Sir, TO accept and
transmit the grateful acknowledgements of the A.
mercan veteran who has the honor to be, with great
respect,
Your Excellency's obt serv't
LA FAYETTE.
His Excellency JAMES PLEAsaNrs,
Governor of VIRGINIA Richmnnd
Constitutional Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1824-1832, 1824-08-27
IRISH LINENS AND sHEE7XNGs,
RICHMOND JOCKEY CLUB.

A MEETING of the Subscribers of the RIcfI-
IA MoND' JOCKEY CLUE is requested at The Ea :
gle Hotel i'll the City Of Richmond, the I'd Sep
tcmbcr next, at IL oclock NJ. TO consider the
propriey of postponing, for few days, the October
Races, in consequence of the intended celebration
at York Town, on the 10Th October. This call up
the subscribers is made at the request of many
members of the Club.
WADE MoSBY, JR. Secty. r. j. C..
August u 2t62
Constitutional Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1824-1832, 1824-08-27
ASSIZE OF BREAD

For the city Of Richmond, from The 26M august
until further notice.
Superfne Flour being five dollars per barrel, viz
A single Loaf, made of Superfnc Flour, to
weigh % oz. for 1dJ
Do. Common Flour, 25 OF. 4dJ
Double the above weights respectively, 81
JOHN ADAMS, Mayor.
August 81 1862
Constitutional Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1824-1832, 1824-08-27

MAKRIED-Iu HuntsoiHe, (Alab.,) on Thurs.
day, 29tl' Of July, by the Rev. Mr. .1Hcn, Colonel
JAMES j. PLEASANTs, formerly of this City,1 Sc
eretary of State, to Miss EMILY JULIA BIaR.
daughter of Thomas Bib, Esq.
Constitutional Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1824-1832, 1824-08-27
ABRAHAM HOWARD, GIN.
WILLIAM SULLIVAN, Setty.

ERnArA-In the piece signed WARREN, frst
column ,t line, tor the electoral" read, the cleo
toral colleges.-Samc column, mex, parapraph. 1s;tt
ine,ior questions" read, questiou-.Same column,
4th paragraph, 18th line omit the word .lost.'-
l3 lines after, for heels of goreynne,,t" read.
reefs OF govsrnnent-Gth paragraph, for DISPOSE
ton" read dispositions.
Massachusetts spy and Worcester advertiser. [volume] ([Worcester, Mass.]) 1823-1825, 1824-04-14
JUDGE JACKSON.

In another column our readers will find an
article relative to this profound jurist, which
is well worthy of their perusal.
tits generally known that in consequence
OF Judge Jackson's intense application 10
business his health had become so much
impaired as to make it necessary to resign his
seat, and take voyage across the Atlantic
for its restoration. 1t must be truly gratifying
to all who have witnessed the singular ability
and integrity with which ht has discharged the
arduous duties of his Office, to learn that the
voyage has had its desired effect, and that he
is to be restored to his native State in the full
possession ofhis health and faculties. That
the State will take the earliest opportunity
again in availing herself of his services we
cannot doubt. We will not for a moment
believe, that either party orpecuniary consid.
erations will, in such case, be allowed 70
have the least weight, but that his political
opponents will be gratifed with the opportu-
nity, which is thus presented them, of doing
justice to talents and requirements, which
are so honorable to the State, and which
have done so much to sustain the elevated
character Of her judicial decisions.
Massachusetts spy and Worcester advertiser. [volume] ([Worcester, Mass.]) 1823-1825, 1824-04-14

themselves, and too warmly impressed
with respect towards him, to be back.
ward in acknowledging as'prompdy and
apPlauding as highly as any man can,
the characteristic virtues of their late
associate.
In recurring TO what have written,
which is but his due, falling short ot'i,.
rather than exceeding the truth, find
my thoughts have insensibly assumed
the coloring which would more proper
ly belong to them if the excellent per-
son of whom spoke, were already LOST
to his country. will not change the
expression, which the idea that he is in
fact lost 10 the bench has thus imper-
ceptibly thrown about my language but
rejoice in the knowledge that he lives
that he has in great measure regain
ed his health, and that his country has
every thing of good to expect of such
man, still at the meridian of his powers.
In the contemplation of whose virtues
and abilities for usefulness, no consider.
alton of party can ever obtrude its pres
ence' c. E. w.
Massachusetts spy and Worcester advertiser. [volume] ([Worcester, Mass.]) 1823-1825, 1824-04-14
THE ELECTION

Has past, and with it, the excitement to
which it gave rise, has also past away, and
it is probable if the party now dominant,
should conduct with becoming prudence and
moderation, that it will not soon return. The
gross and illiberal aspersions cast upon the
federal party by the Governor, in his inaug-
ural speech, and in his correspondence rela-
tive tothe Massachusetts, Claim, called ON
them TO repel the charges, in the only way IN
which it could be done, by manifestation of
their sentiments through the medium of the
ballot boxes. This they have, done by large
vote than they ever before gave in old Massa.
chusettss, vote which must, beyond posi-.
bility Of cavil, satisfy the Governor that
Massachusetts spy and Worcester advertiser. [volume] ([Worcester, Mass.]) 1823-1825, 1824-04-14
SCRAPS FROM HISTORY,

In the former part Of the reign Of
Henry VII. there did not grow in En-.
gland cabbage, CARO-, turnip, or other
eataole root--and it has been noted
that even Queen Catherine herself
could not command salad for dinner
until the King brought over gardner
from the Netherlands. About the same
Time the artichoke, the apricot, the
damask rose, made their first appear
ance in England. Turkeys, charps and
hops were first known there in the wear
1924. The currant shrub was brought
from the island of Zante, ammo. 1858.
and in the year 1910, cherry tress from
Flanders were first planted in Kent. 1t
was In 1893 that knives were first made
IN England. Pocket watches were
brought there from Germany, ammo,
1877. About the year 1880 coaches
were introtuced-before which time
Queen Elizabeth, on public occasions,
rode behind her chamberlain. A saw
mlll was erected near London, ammo.
1868, but afterwards demolished that il
might not deprive the labouring Door of
employment. How crude was the
science of politics, even in that late age
Massachusetts spy and Worcester advertiser. [volume] ([Worcester, Mass.]) 1823-1825, 1824-04-14
9U0rrcStfr
WEDNESDAY, APRIL IA, 1924.
MU RIDER.


On the 18th inst. Abel French. of Fitchbnro
in this County, was committed to prison in this
town, charged with the murder of Abel
French 3D.
The circumstances relating to this tragical
analr, as far as we can obtain them, are brief
ly as tollows:-lt seems that Abel French tne
person committed) and his wife had not, for
several years past, lived happily together. that
they had some time since separated, when his
wlie went to keep house for Abel French Cd
(who was cousin to her husband his wife, al
so, having left him in consequence of disagree
ment. For some time past French's ,ealousv
OF his wife had become strongly excited. in
consequence Of which, he went to the house
oil his cousin on the evening preceding the
murder, where he made some discoveries
which confirmed his sucpicions. The next
night he again went TO the house, armed with
knife, and by some means got in and found
has wife and cousin asleep together. He i'm
meolately attempted TO cut his wife's throa.
out struck so high that her jaw bone took the
blow and probably saved her life, He then
stabbed her two or three times, but his cousin
having in the mean time been reused. seized
him and prevented him from completing his
murderous purpose on his wife. struoeIe
now ensued, in which the elder French ,uc-
ceeded in stabbing the younger, SO fatally
mat ne fell and Immediately expired His wife.
though badly wounded, is expected to recover
A coroners inquest was held on the dead
body who returned verdict of willful murder
by Abel French.
We refrain from further remarks at this
time the prisoner must soon be tried by the
laws OF his country, and we would not Willing.
Iy say any thing, which should tend to intiu-
encc decision, in which the publick, as well
as the unfortunate subject of it, have 60 deep
an interest.
Massachusetts spy and Worcester advertiser. [volume] ([Worcester, Mass.]) 1823-1825, 1824-04-14
EMMETT AND WRIT

We have seen several fine descriptions Of
the respective perorations of Messrs.. Emmett
Fand Writ, in their arguments on the Steam
Boat question, but some quite equal to the
following, contained in an extract of letter
from gentleman in Washington, to his
friend in Richmond.
The Supreme Court has seldom, ii
ever, exhibited a greater display If le;-
gal learning, ability and eloquence,
'nan In the argument Of this question.
Massachusetts spy and Worcester advertiser. [volume] ([Worcester, Mass.]) 1823-1825, 1824-04-14
OBSERVATIONS.

haze Observed that young Misses,
when they take it into their heads that
they are pretty, decline rapidly in their
popularity among the beaux. By the
expression " take it into their heads -
| would not be understood to mean. a
simple knowledge, Consciousness, or be.
lief that they are beautiful, because as
mamas will let them have looking glass
es, they must attain this consciousness.
but | have reference TO those acompa-
nying extraVagancies which always fol.
low such motions as young ladies' imbibe
strongIy-coquettry, gewgaw fnery,
pride, aftectation, and ill supported lof-
tiness-and | am of opinion that, as
most sensible young men have taken up
the (perhaPs ungalIant) idea that there
are as fine fish in the sea as were ever
taken out ofit,all the pretty girls should
throw these foolish pruderies aside, and
try TO be-serious, honest, friendly and
sensible. -Emporiun.
Massachusetts spy and Worcester advertiser. [volume] ([Worcester, Mass.]) 1823-1825, 1824-04-14
New York, April 8.

A man has been apprehended and
examined before our police, suspected
OF being one of the men belonging to
the Holkar, which sailed from this port
IN 1873, the captain and mate of which,
together with passenger, were report
ed by black boy, who had been on
ooard' to have been murdered by the
crew, and the vessel scuttled.-This boy
is the principal witness, and upon his
information, the man was arrested, hav-
ing been recognized by the boy in the
streets.
Massachusetts spy and Worcester advertiser. [volume] ([Worcester, Mass.]) 1823-1825, 1824-04-14
DEMARARA, Feb O

VD1
Died, this morning, at 20 minutes past
one o'clock, in the Colonial Jail, where
ne had been confined, as State priso-
ner' since the 26th of Nov. last, on the
termination of his trial, by General
Court martial, on a charge of high trea.
son, sentence thereon having been
transmitted to his Majesty, for final de.
cIson-JOHN SMITH, Missionary; he
had been in a poor state of health. and
had medical advice for considerable
time previous; and, since he took Sc.
rlously i'll, had been attended regularly
by skillful physicians. He has left !,
widow to deplore his fate, and lament
his loss.
Massachusetts spy and Worcester advertiser. [volume] ([Worcester, Mass.]) 1823-1825, 1824-04-14
FREoERIcksguRG. Va. Anril q

- :, -H0OOIRui % 4APIII y.
AN apology may seem due to our sub
scrioers for publishing the proceedings
and address of the ADAMS MEETING
In two successive papers. So MANY &C.
ira copies have been wanted for circula-
ton, that we could scarcely have refused
doing so, if we would. -Virg. Paper.
Massachusetts spy and Worcester advertiser. [volume] ([Worcester, Mass.]) 1823-1825, 1824-04-14
P1RTsMouTH, On. H.l Anril g

COUNTERFEIT BILLs.-Mr. Geo. Manent.
oroker, mas at our request prepared the fol-.
lowing list Of Counterfeit Bills, which are
known 10 be circulating in this town and its
Vicinity The number is portentous. We
puOilsh the list not only to induce caution in
tne receiving of bank paper, but that some
measures may be taken 20 prevent the circu.
iatlon OF bills of distant banks. They ought
mol TO pass, but at a large discount, sufficient
Massachusetts spy and Worcester advertiser. [volume] ([Worcester, Mass.]) 1823-1825, 1824-04-14


% Dollar bills Manufacturers and Mecban.
ics' Bank, Boston.
10 do Merchants Bank, Providence. RI
III do Bank of Geneva, N. Y.
~ do Eagle Blk. n. Haven, Con. 2s alt,
10 do Grafton Blk. HaverhiIl, 2s &1s alt.
III do Suffolk Blk. Boston, well executed.
do do
5 do Union Blk. Boston, old & new plate.
do US. Blk. payable in Philadelphia.
5 do Bank of New York.
S do Mechanics Bank, New York.
5 do Landholders Blk. s. Kingston, RI.
5 do Exeter Bank.
do New London Bank, Ct.
5 do Hampshire Blk. Northampton, Mass.
do Bedford Com. Bk. N. Bedford Mass.
5 do Plattsburg Bank, N. Y.
5 do Kennebec Bank, Hallowell.
do Concord Bank. wv. A. Kent:)
do Stonington Blk. CT. we'll executed,
S do Cheshire Bank. Keen.
5 do Phoenix Bank, Hartford, Ct.
5 do agricultural Bank, PittsGeld, Mass
5 do N. H. Union Bank.
4 do do do
3 & do Franklin Bank, New York,
3 & 2 do EAGLE Bank, New Haven, ct.
3 e. do Phoenix Bank, Hartford, Ct.
3 do Cranston Bank, R. L.
8 do Exchange Bank, Prov. R. l.
do Windsor Bank, altered from Is.
do Bank of Kent, Coventry,R. I.
3, 2 & l do Washington Bank Westerly,R.l.
do Worcester Bank, Mass.
do Franklin Eank, Chipachet, r. /.
do Rodger Williams Bank, R. /.
2 do Bedford Com. Bank, Mass.
2 do Mechanics Bank, New York.
2 Il do New London Bank, Ct.
3, & do Concord Bank (W. A Kent.)
2 do Hope Bank, Warren, RI.
l do Hampshire Blk, Northampton, Mass.
l do Phoenix B.Hartford names engrvd.
do Bank of Geneva, Ny.
l do Pawtuxet Bank, R. |.
Massachusetts spy and Worcester advertiser. [volume] ([Worcester, Mass.]) 1823-1825, 1824-04-14
READING, Pa. ADriI T

We understand that during one of the
nights OF last week, part of the head
OF negro child, in the suburbs of this
borough was eat away by the rats
whist IN oed with its mother! Though
much injured the child now lives.
Massachusetts spy and Worcester advertiser. [volume] ([Worcester, Mass.]) 1823-1825, 1824-04-14
8p the Ra(Is.
From the London Chronicle, Feb. 90
e THE GREEKS.

AdVlces were received this mornino
dated in Missolonghi on the 31st of De- De.
cember' which are of great Importance
Capt. 2. an Englishman, and an eminent
engineer, had been intrusted by the
Prince Maurocordato and General COL
cocotrani with the siege of the castle
OF LePanto, and also with that of the for
tress OF Patras A summons to surrep-
der had been forwarded TO the Cover.
nor OF the former, and it was supported
by the Prince in person, and 5000 Sn
llots, Capt. P. had promised TO re-
duce 1t IN "a few days, if the Barbarians
did not IN the meantime submit, for he
possessed all the means necessary to
batter the castle, and 10 affect breaches
which would render the success of an
assault certain. Patras was neither
supplied with provisions, nor with apv
OF the necessaries for protracted siege.
and its fall was certain.
This conquest will clear the Gulnb
OF Lepanto, of the enemies of civilized
society, and will enable the Christians
10 direct their attention to Tbessalv.
where the Nah omedans are most ynI-
nerable, for even at the latest adyices
from this district, they, with difficulty
kept 1t in subsection. In England the
cause OF Greece is daily gaining ground.
Massachusetts spy and Worcester advertiser. [volume] ([Worcester, Mass.]) 1823-1825, 1824-04-14

LADY D'ARcy.-Tbis lady, who re.
sides at Chlsh, in Essex, had three suit.
ors who were always quarrelling about
her. . Upon which she said" Have
patience, and | will marry you all =
which she literally did, one after anoth.
er' Their names were Trenchard
Gage, and Heryey.
Massachusetts spy and Worcester advertiser. [volume] ([Worcester, Mass.]) 1823-1825, 1824-04-14

1t was one day told to the Duke o,
boquelarFe, that two ladies of the court
had quaTTelled, and very much abused
each other. ''Have they called one
another ugly ?" asked the Duke. Ono
Very well," answered he, "then |
will undertake to reconcile them.o
Massachusetts spy and Worcester advertiser. [volume] ([Worcester, Mass.]) 1823-1825, 1824-04-14

to pay the expense of collect ing and .nd
them home for specie. 1t is orthy of rem
mat not one of these bills is counterfeit o
Perkins steel plate.
80 Dollar bills Manufacturers and Mecb.,