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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1836-05-12
TIE HESSIAN Ely.

Extract of a letter from Charles Gale,
Esq. of Milton. (Pa.):
while | am writing 10 YOU on bu-
siness, | may as well communicate 10
you my experience Of from ID to 20
years, respecting the 'Hessian Fly,
which, previous TO that period, had fire.
quently proved very destructive to my
wheat crop. Close observation show
ed me that 1t almost invariably attack
ed early sown wheat in the latter par,
of autumn, and after experience ai7o
proved, that wheat Sown late, was
equally liable 10 destruction by the
ravageS Of that insect, in the following
spring. | then adopted middle
course; sowing my wheat. if possible,
between the 9th Of September and
Sth Of October. and have never suf-
fered Sln loss by the IIessian Fly
since adopted that course. howe
yer avn convinced that my crop now in
the ground is materially injured by
the insect, in consequence OF the ve-
~ warm and unreasonable weather
that we had last October and part OF
November. This, however, is Que OF
those exceptions that will sometimes
occur in general rules; the effects there
of cannot be guarded against"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1836-05-12
sEEIEG's NOT BELIEVING.

~ y. uAtSks bhLEt.
saw her es fanciod, fair.
Yea, fsirest Of earths creatures,
saw the purcst red and white
O'erspread her lovely features;
She tainted. and sprinkled her,
Her malsdy relieving;
wash'd both rose and lily OF
Oh sceing's not believing
looked again, again iong'd
To breathe loves fond confession;
saw her eyebrows, formed to give
Her face Its arch expressions;
But the gum 10 very apt 20 crack,
And whilst my breath was heaving,
IL so fell out that one fell off,
Oh! secings not believing!
Isaw the trssses on her brow,
So beautifully braided;
never saw in all my life,
Locks look so well ~ they did;
She walked with me one windy day
We zephyrs, why 90 thieving;
The lady lost her haxeu wig!
Oh! seeing's not believing!
saw her formed by Natures hand,
So prodigally finished
She were less perfect If enlarged.
Less perfect IL diminished;
Her toilet I surprised-the worst
or wonders then achieving
None knew the hustle perceived.
Oh! seeing's not believing
saw when costly gems gave,
The smile with which she took them,
And if she said no tender things,
I've often seen her look them;
saw her my affianced bride
And then my mansion leaving
She ran away with Colonel Jones!
Oh seeing's not belisvingi
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1836-05-12
MISCELLANY.
ADVICE TO WIVES.
by ]. A. JAMES

Economy and order in the manage
ment Of her personal and domestic ex-
penditure, are the obvious duties of
the wife.
You are to preside in the direction
of household affairs; and much of the
little community will depend upon
your skilful and prudent arrangements.
A snowy, luxurious, and expensive
taste, is almost universally cherished.
and is displayed in innumerable in
stances, where there are no means to
support it. Christian families ars in
most imminent danger of worldly con-
formi,y in the present day; and the
line Of demarkation between the church
and the world is fast wearing out. Ii
is true, they have no cards; they do
not frequent the theatre, or the ball
room and, perhaps, they have no
midnight routs; but this is all: for ma
ny are as anxious about their furniture,
the fashion of their habits, the exPen-
sivsness Of their entertainments. as the
veriest wording can be. Now, wife
has great influence in checking or
promoting all this. 1t has been tho't
that this increasing disposition for do
meshc show and gaiety, is TO be attri-
buted chiefly TO female vanity. 1t is
woman that is generally regarded as
the presiding genius Of such scene;
she receives the praise and the COM
pliment Of the whole, and she, there
fore, is under the strongest temptations
to promote il. But let her consider
how little all this is to do with the hap
piness of the family. even in its most
prosperous condition; and how a re-
collection Of it aggravaies the misery
Of adversely, when a reverse takes
place.-Then TO be found IN debt for
finery Of dress and furniture; then to
have il said that her extravaganza help
ed to ruin her husband; then TO want
that for bread, which was formerly
wasted on luxury; then TO hear the
whispered reproHch of having injured
others by her own thoughtless expen-
diturc Avoid, my female friends,
these miseries; do not go on to pre-
pare NORWOOD and gall 10 embitter
still more the already bitter cup Of ad-
versity. Endeavour to acquire skill
fulness in domestic management, a
frugality. q prudence, a love of order
and neAtness, q midway course be-
tween meanness and luxury. a Suita-
bleneSS TO your station in life, to your
christian profession, an economy which
shall leave you more to spare for the
cause Of God and the miseries Of man.
Rather check than stimulate the taste
Of your husband for expense; tell him
that II is not necessary for your happi-
ness, nor for the comfort Of the family;
draw him away from these adventurous
circumstances, 70 the mental improve
ment, the moral culture, the religious
instruction Of your children. Let
knowledge, piety good sense, well
formed habits, harmony, and mutual
love, be the sources Of your domes-
tic pleasures: what is splendor Of fur
niture, or dress, or entertainments, 10
these '--Fomily Monitor.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1836-05-12
Doctor John R. Hayden

HAVING declined, for Vbs present, NOV
IN ing TO the Southwest. Offers his servi-
ees TO the public in the different branches OF
his profession, and hopes by his skill, care
aud attention 10 those committed TO hIs care,
10 merit share Of public patronage. lie
may be found. when not Professionally en-
gagged. At bis usual place Of residence 10 Bo-
liVar. IN consequence Of Injurious reports
having gone abroad. respecting his kigk char
gsS, be pledges himself TO charge IS low As
sny other Physician. Of respectable standing.
IN tho community; end heneefoTwaEd, for
services rendered, and prompt payment. he
will deduct 10 per cent. from. the usual char
ges for medical Attendance.
March 10, i536.--tf
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1836-05-12

ton, entities them 70 a superiority
over the honest, tho intelligent, the
viruous and patriotic farmer; contrast
Cd with whom, in the estimation OF
every virtuous and intelligent being,
they occupy n rank no less inferior ia
dignity and worth. than that of the
most worthless profigate, swindling
culprit. when compared with the most
honorable and exalted of those disiin-
guished beaefactors Of mankind whose
virtues and whose talents have shed a
lustre on The dignity of human nature.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1836-05-12
Joseph BrosUm, Tailor,

I'D ESPECTFULLY tenders his grateful
n Acknowledgements to the public for the
liberal support heretofore extended to him,
and begs leave 10 inform them that he II pre-
pared TO execute all orders in his line, in the
neaiCst and most fashionable style, and in the
most durable manner. He has on hand the
latest Spring and Summer Fashions. La.
DIES RIDING DRESSES made Co order
at the shortest notice. He still occupies In,
shop ono door East Of David HumphrsysS-
Charlestown Nav ;, 1886
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1836-05-12
NOTICE.

nY virtue Of an set Of the General AZ
- ssmbly q Virginia, recently passed
ne underiEned. therein named % Commits
"oners fof the purpose, respectfully give no
uce. That on Friday the Goth day Of this
month, (May,) books will DO opened a. the
odcs Of George w. ssppington, IN Charles
town, forths purpose Of receiving subssFip-
.ns 70 the Joint eapiiai stock Of The
chariostoWn Athengum and Female Aca.
.~'ey according 10 the provisions Of She
''afisr, Which can BE- seen 81 said place, 81
'ny time previous 20 the day above neblion-
Cd WILLIAM 3. LOCK,
LEVI G. CORDELL,
JAMES ". BROWN,
GEO. w. sAPPtNGTON,
ANDREW HUNTER,
May 5. 1896.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1836-05-12
VOL. 30.
pvsLisuEp, wErxty, Az
TWO DOLLARS & FIFTY CTS
PER .iNNlsl

Payable half yearly; but Two DoLLAas
will be received as payment in full, # paid
entirely in advance. Whenever payment is
deferred beyond the expiration OF the year
interest will be charged
o. Subscriptions for six months, d Is, to
be paid invariably IN advance.
ADVERTISING.
The terms Of advertising. arc for q square
or less, 81, for three insertions-lsrgcr ones
In the same proportion Zach continuance
Is cents per square.
o. All advertisements not ordered for .
poetic time. will Do continued until forbid.
1ad ekzrxsd seesrdirxh.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1836-05-12
lsoiurdsy Er,Hirs Po'I
SEASON OF MARRIAGE.

This Is the season when the fcatbered
warbler. of the grove carol their songs
Il love. and WOO and win their mates.
II is a season of renovated Joy through.
ont nature, and also an appropriate
season for man to cherish the tender
passion, and 20 connect hls destiny with
Ina, Of some chosen fair one, whose
moral virtues and exalted worth are
calculated 10 make him happy. Thi'
is the delightful privilege. az well Al
duty, Of every maR, possessing the ne
cessary qualifications for mairimouia
felicity. As the ladies. BY the unre
Icnting laws and usuages II society
arc not permitted 70 embark IN the en-
tsrprises VI wooing. and are only al
lowed TO receive the attentions Of The
gentlemen, We gill assume the liberty
Of suggesting q few thoughss 70 them
on a Tuhisetin6mstsiy connected viii
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1836-05-12
TAII.EYRAED.

The wonder of the age-the arch
diplomatist, who has been at the bot
Tom Of all the thousand and one rogue.
ries (political) of the last forty years.
The history of this individual is
worthy the pen of William Cobbett.-
He was one of the few who escaped
the revolutionary horrors Of France
he was tho confident of every minis
try every patty which strutted its
brief hour upon the stage. He has
borne charmed life" While ten
thousand better men were displaced
and beheadcd, his head was always 10
be seen high in the ranks of the sue
cessful party. He has sworn allegiance
to every successful faction, and done
good service To each. He had always
the sagacity To desert a falling building
in good time to save his neck, and
make il seem a voluntary act Of sban-
donment. Ills life is n romance of in
constituencies and absurdities. The great
secret OF his unparalleled success in
politics il has caution, and above all.
his unerriag tact in deciding when and
TO whom "to crook the plant hinges OF
the knee" lie is an incarnation OF
apparent frankneSs and real hypocri-
cies. His oath to support the Govern
ment OF Louis PHILIPPE was his thir-
teenth oath Of allie giance. lie prayed
il might he his last; and well he might
though twenty more would make no
more impression upon his conscience
than kick upon an india-rubbcr foot
ball. lie is an old man, but still 81.
ant in diplomacy. He could negotiate
Metternich, Palmcrston, aud all that
clan, 10 death, in ten minutes; and they
know it aud keep their distance. He
Is at the bottom of all that protocol
foolery about Holland and Belgium
If Louis PHILIPPE goes down, Talley-
rand will be found IN the other scale.
and will go up. Sink don't mention
the word. lie will floa' like a cork 4;
and feels as safe in a storm as n petrol.
"The accident of his having issued
from the loins of Perigord, made him
a gentleman; but for 80 long years he
has been actively engaged 10 undoing
that mistake Of fortune. lie has been
an Able, a Bishop. Constitutional
Priest. clerk in al office, u Minister,
a keeper OF a public house in America,
Prince Of the Empire a Teacher, a
Secretary, a Grand Chamberlain, an
Ambassador. a Pfotocolist, a Catholic,
an Atheist. a Royalist. a Jacobin, a
Council Of Eve hundred. senator, q
Bonapariisi. an extreme Dfoi' Centre
Droii, a Centre Gauehc, an extreme
Gauche. a Quadmeme. a Docirinaire,
a Louis Phillipist, a Juste- Milcu-man
q Wit, a trimmer. a rake. a whist-play
CT, a mt OF many tails, a-- what
not ("
Ills first friend was The Count d Ar
tois. That Coant is now the Ex-kine
Charles Y. and Taiioyrlnl represents
! King Louis Pmllipr % tic Count Of 81.
James. Shakespeare says that, upon
this stage, the world each man plays
many parts. Who hss Tiayed 80 many
as Talleyrand--aye. aud played then
better; There be sits at whist table
i-lo' the scene changes. and be step.
forth ~ the rObes q a Bishop. Anon
he re-appears a. uine host Of the Inn
10 now be come, forward with N,
Giadsm Of a Prince upon las brow -
What will be- The last act 10 crown tina
strange. evcntful history 4 few yeau
viii answer the question.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1836-05-12
DIR. Sfraith

HI AvING procured somO genuine VAC
N CINE VIRUS. isprOpared TO vaocinsts
persons, either ct his Office or their resi-
dences. Attention TO the subject IL advisable,
as the Small Pox 10 Of ksrtiuSbuFg.
NAV s. 1896
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1836-05-12
RPRING GOODa.

~ ". 4 e. w. AIsQUITH ere nov
- openiag tAsiF sPRLyG AND SUN
.atk GOODS, sbd inviis lhs stleation 81
"sH enfiomsfs snd TIE pablie gsseraiiy.
Chsrlesiown. April Z. lead.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1836-05-12
.NeSO Sl0Vtssg and SSsnsSssei
GOODS.

VHNIIE subseri bers arc just receiving sod open
isg, general assortment Of
Spring IND SUMNER GOODS,
20 vhieh they invite the stienlon ~ our customers
snd public gsneraiiy, - re sre determined N
sell low. for cash aud credit, TO good sAd pune
tual customers
HEFLRBOWER h sIIPER.
Kahlctovn. April "a, 1855
~. u. We have on hsnd. On sssoftment Of
iisfasss, such ~ Blind Bridies, RidiaE Brides,
Martinsala Colisrs, Ne. a. as
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1836-05-12
MII.E.xNRRX
lad Misunderstanding

MISS MARY LITEERBURT respect
I'VE fully informs the Ladies' OF Harpers-
Ferry and its vicinity, that she has COM
menced the above business at tho dwelling
Of Mr.. Meshach Kirby. on Shenandoah st.
As she has the latest city IashiOns, and has
made arrangements 10 receive them on their
earliest introduction In Baltimore, &c, she
feels prepared 10 pledge herself to execute,
in the nsateat aad most fashionable manner
ell work committed 10 her care.
Her long experience in her business, Ia
the city Of Baltimore and elsewhere, in
duces her to hope that abe will merit and re-
eeive share Of tho patronage Of the Ladies
Of this place.
Hsrpers Perry. May S, 1865
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1836-05-12

"Sir Sja Shok Saplins. 1t Is
gravely asserted By some folks that
there i no Yankee IN the land that
can, upon the first tnal, "of a cold
frosty morning" pronounce these
words in quick succession, without
making q blander--"Six slim Slick
ssplins." Try its-BNHgw Con.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1836-05-12
yARGE ".

HYroCRrSY.-There is much hypo-
crisy in affecting TO give up the plea
sures of the world from religious mo-
uveS when we only withdraw from il
because we find greater qualification
IN the pleasures Of retirement. MY
dear children" said an old rat 10 bis
young ones, "thc inhrmites Of age
are pressing so heavily upon me, that
| have determined 10 dedicate the short
remainder Of my days TO modification
and Penace. IN a narrow and lonely
hole which have lately discovered;
but let me not interfere with your en-
joyment: youth is the season for plea
sure; be happy, Therefore, and only
obey my last instructions-never to
come near me in my retreat. God
bless you all" Deeply affected, sni-
Yelling audibly, and wiping his paiernal
eyes with his tail, the old rat withdrew,
and was seen no more for several days.
whom his youngest daughter, moved
rather by filial affection than by thsi
curiosity which is attributed To tho
sex, stole TO his cell Of modification.
which turned out TO be hole made by
bis own teeth, in an enormous Che
shire cheese Tie Tn Trumpet.
Il Yum from tie Whole CIoH.-A
gentleman who had purchased piece
OF cloth, was met by ncighbor shop
keeper, who said 10 him, Well. thnf-
", you've been buying a coat, eb!-
'Nes'-'W What did you pay n yard for
that About seven dollars. All.
you i better have bought II me can
give you good deal better bargain'--
Can YOU (said the Purchaser;) let
ne look at your cloth They entered
the store. Tho merchant exhibited
superb piece and said, There, sir. is q
cloth worth having; don't you wish
YOU bad seen Il first Why--yes--
do :: bot ell you ~ that Tor seven
dollars YES. = declare " l had
known -. wc'Iid lave come here
Well. you viii know hereafter where
YOU Car set bargain. But. look here
said Thrifty. after examining moro
closely. il you sell that Cor seven dol
lar. vii take the whole of it,
lem h--hem-l don't--know, AZ I
care abou, selling Tic whole Of it,
Bot iasisi upon IL, ssT, your clerk 10
evidence that YOU offered IL for thai
pnce. The tfcdcT could not escape
but measured the cloth. and Thrifty
paid h,m the money. Before he de-
parted. the merchaat thus addressed
him Mr.. Thrifty. you have taught
me a good lesson. That cloth cost ne
twenty dollars more than 700 have paid
Grn. and shall IN future know bet.
trf than o. underVsluo my beighbor's
goods and shall have fail confidence in
the old maxim. that honesty IL ihs
best POLICY II Nor. .9dr.
n CUi,6caie.-As the late SIR c.,
faraer al Daddingsten, once stood
At his gate, an Irish lad came up 10
him and requested Of hin 20 be en-
ployed.
Mr.. G-Go away. sir will never
employ any n your country again.
hishman Why. yosr honor sure
We are good workers God bles, you,
do give me JOB.
Mr. G.--No GF, ] won't. foF The las.
Irishman ! employed died on me. ard
was forced TO bury him At my n~n
charge.
Inshmaa.-Ahi your bonos, you
need Mt fsar That q ne, fof ] can CT
a certihcaie thsl ! never died On the
employment Of say master ] ever
served There was no reEislaag~w
Poow Paddy EoG employed
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1836-05-12

NHE suhscribsE Is now receiving ana opeo,
ING supply Of ssasonabls GOODS.
April II, 1895.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1836-05-12

A new daily paper has been started 40 New
York. devoted 20 The interosis q the female
world. under the little of The Lsdiss' MofAiaE
Si-v ln the hFsi rumhsr the publisher boasts
&c subscription rising two thousand names.
The contents ofthe number before us, are ape
fited and interesting, ADD the enterprise pro-
misses TO BE- extensively useful. we extract
paragraph from the editorial columns.
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1836-10-27
TRUST SALE OF LAND.

accord lance with the provisions OF a deed Of trust
u executed to Joseph Echols, and Samuel Miller.
by IInsIey Fucker and Nancy his wife, dated on tn.
2|th day OF November, 1920. and of record in the
county court OF Amherst for certain purpose. there
Ia stated The undersigned, as surviving Trustee on
the Ian day OF Octo5ernext, being court day in The
county OF Amherst will expose sale. before the
door OF MIR. Stout's Tavern, at the courthouse OF
sad county all the intere conveyed by said Rucker
ana "lie' IN TWO r. &CTS LAND.
mentioned IN the deed lying on the waters of Ilar
riss Creek, IN the county aforesaid, being at tn,
date OF The deed an undivided moiety but has sine.
been divided, and plat of which will be shown on III.
day OF sale
The title is supposed to be unque.tionable
but acting as trustee the subscriber will couye, ou
ly such as is vested III him by the deed of trust,
SAMUEL MILLER, Smp'g. T,usts
Sep.em5er 10 WHO
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1836-10-27
October "a

DY VIRTUE Of decree OF the circuit superior
- count Of law and chancery for the county OF
\mbcis, r. nounced The 5 h day of April, 1896, be-
tween the President, Directors aud Company of the
Bank OF Virginia, and the President, Directors and
Company of the Farmers Bank Of Virginia, Plain
utis against Richard Harrison and others. Defend
ants. | well sell, at Amherst court house, before
Jonathan A. Stouts Tavern, to the highest bidder,
a credit Of Que and two years for equal portion of
the purchase money, on Monday the 18th day OF
October next, that ..ing Amherst court day, the
TRACT OF LAND, IN the proceedings
mentioned. containing 7l3 acres and Is adjoining and
near the residence of Col. Richard Harrison, the
purchaser TO execute negotiable notes, with good en
dorsrls, payable OF the Banks, at Lynchburg,
and the title to be retained collateral security.
THO. n. EURANK,
ShyiE Of amherst Coudty, and Con'r
Sept. 10 NO
The above sale is postponed till Tuesday the 22ud
day of November when ii will take place the place
above named THO. n. EUBANk.
Sheriff Of An'herst County, and Conn.,.
October "a ids
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1836-10-27
FLOODED NTOCM.

yINnE FLOODED horses Of the late Henry
L Brown, Jr., will be sold at New London on the
second day oil the Agricultural fair, I'D November
uext) Among them are the two well known Stal-
lions, Spring llIll aud Young American Eclipse
also, other full blooded Stations, aud four
five hloodcd Mares, OF the best and most approx ed
stock. One OF the Mares, Woodlark, pufchas
ed the sale OF John Randolph's horses she is BY
oid Roanoke, out Of tavorte imported mare.
Young american Eclipse Is by old Eclipse, out OF
MiHer's Maid, the full sister OF old Eclipse. As the
Eclipse stock is generally acknowledged to be the
best IN our country, 1t Is unnecessary to say any
thing more TO induce persons DESTROYS OF purehas-
ing, lie atteudthe sale OF this valuable horse.
Spring M is an old h rse. but Of the most cele
brated stock. An interesting account OF tins ho,ss
touching upon pedigree, &c. may be in the
Turf Register" Vol Z, No, 5, page 1917
shall offer AT the time, five OF six saddle
aud work horses.
Perhaps may be proper to make, in regard 10
NoodiMk. that the purity OF her blood may be
traced back IN the English Stud Books to the 18th
Century.
Tcrm' will be made known on the day OF sale.
JOHN r. BROWN, E1or.
Of Henry Bro.rn, Jr. deed.
Oct. 10 ids
Lynchburg Virginian. [volume] (Lynchburg [Va.]) 1829-185?, 1836-10-27

~"re all Qnakers. seci,t, would resemble tho state
of our FIST parent. in Eden.
Owe shall mayer be all Qaakers, so long rs
So many of us are hspocrIfes and SO long as h,po-
critics have so much in1otncs. II thy grandiath,r
was a quaker, | am sorr, thee has so dcgonefated
from thy ancestors. The scruples thee prof.s,e,
about military dnty condemn thee for thee must be
strongly deludeJ by the devil 10 violate thy CON
science at 50 great an espenec. Thee speaks
our language seiy ilppahy and adn,ircs on dress.
my o,dnar, dsect, aud thy fashionable blue coal,
figured vest, and eaud, watch establishment are ia
e"n,.snbie proofs thy sincerity. Thee cuogi
zrs PENN have heard thee eulogize Napoleon rs
highly itase observed til. duplioiiy thee uses for
popularity. Thee reads sermon for the Presbv-
'erians IN The morning, when they have no preach
lng Thee goes in the afternoon and leads sing
my tor the churchmcn. In the evening ilice rocs
10 the univcr alisi meeting Thee admircs the i'm
nnrsion oi the Baptist, the campmeciihcs of the
Methodist and the plain dress and language Of the
Friends. will tell thee, friend, thee strongly re-
minds me OF my brown horse. | once employ I'd
an honest lrshnlan to labor for me. Sent Patrick
Out one morning TO catch my brown horse. Now II o
brown horse tan IN pasture, IN the middle Of which
MAS a large square pond. Patrick was gone leng
time, and al length returned with the beast after
having chased him several times round the pond
well, Patrick" said |. ION which sidu OF the
pond did ihce find the horse = "Tro,h," said Pa
trick, and found him on all ,idts"