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Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

Great WEALTH Of MISSISSIPPI VALLEY
An idea Of the immense productive wealth
of the great valley of the Mississippi may
be formed from the annexed table ofaricles
shipped down the river during the year
1881, which we take from the Memphis
Gazette. It is compiled from authentic
sources, and the aggregate value OF these
products is estimated at 500 ,00o, GOO.
goo, 900 bales of cotton, 40, 900 hhds. to-
haccn, 800 900 bbls floury45O 600 bbls
pork, 10000 hhds bacon, 5000. hams, 5o,-
600 cwt blk pork 900 pieces baggIng.
so ,0G0 coils rope 100000 ibis corn, AGO.
900 pigs lead. 50,Oo0 bhls whlskey, lVO.-
600 coal, 9 900 bales buffslo robes 90. 600
bales hay. 1000 packs deer skins, 1900
kegs shot, 500 casks Hax-seed 400 bbls linz
seed oil. 600 600 slaves 25, coo hbls apples.
9 coo bhs corn meal, 500 casks cheese.
2 600 bills cider, 500 boxes candles, 70, COZ
bbls oats, $4,000, bbls potatoes.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06
TELEGRAPH.
INTERNAL IMPROVEMENTS.

INTERNAL lMPROV EMEN ,.
FACTS to Be Thought Of By The People q
Maine, end The Senator'S and Representa-
tives TO the merit Legislature.
We ask again, if the west does SO much'
why cannot the East do something?
The New Orleans Bee says,-The value
ofthe agricultural produce which annually
descends The Mississippi, is estimated at
seventy millions of dollars. II appears from
official documents that the value of the
Erie Canal in New York is sixty seven
millions of dollars; paying in tolls to the
State Treasury $l,6l4,oo0; but we pre-
sumo this amount comprehends the value
of all the goods transported each way.
In the year 1898, when an assessment
was made with view to the levying oil
direct taxes by the General Government
the property west Of the Allegheny NOUN
taips in States and Territories of SIX mill
ions; the same district is estimated at the
present day to contain property OF the value
Of twelve hundred millions.
The State of Indiana has COCO men at
work on her railways and canals. 1 ne
works of internal Improvements, already
begun and proceeding towards compietlan-
with unexampled rapidly, in the States o!
Ohio. Indiana, Illinois, and Michigan will
cost fortv-eight millions when finished; a
wonderful amount if we reflect on the re-
cent settlement of that part OF the Union,
and her comparatively small number OF in
habi.ants ADJ.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

Detroit. --Gen. Brady, with dctach,
ment of q. S. troops, left Detroit on the
18th ult in the steamboat Illinois, for thc
purpose Of ihtcrceptIng piratical party
who, was rumored, were on their way from
the lower par, of the lake, for the purpose
of landing on the Canada shore at some
point below Detroit.-The Detroit Adver-
riser expresses the opinion that the plans
of the insurgents are deeply laid, and that
they have large resources TO draw upon.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06
ANOTHER InpeovEMrsr By an adver.


ANOTHER IMPROVEMENTS. By an adver-
tiement in another column, orr readers
vii learn, that line of stages has been
Established, between this place and Angus
4, over the Merryme citing Bridge, and
cnnecting the villages of Bowdoinham.
richmond, Gardiner, and Hallowell. In
pod sleighing the proprietor intends to I'M
rove tie arrangement, by running every
lay AT present the stage is to go up
hrce week, and down OF alternate days.
This arrangement. is one of interest to
our citizens and deserves every encourage
nent; and we trust the enterprising pro-
prietor will obtain ample patronage, TO sus-
lain him in his undertaking.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06
Baden Contour readers have heard

Baden COrn?-Our readers have heard
something of this corn. 1t was raised by
Mr., Baden of Maryland who for twenty
years in succession selected his seed from
stalks which had the largest number of
sound handsome ears In this way he
improved the common variety of Maryland
white corn, until he had variety which
Welded from four to six good carson stalk
This sort nfcorn has been carried to ILLINOIS
and Missouri where j, yields immense
crops.
In InGiana, Illinois and Missouri some
Of the stalks are said TO haze not less than
twelve ears--the stalks ten feet high. They
are so heavily loaded that they sometimes
break dewn " hen the wind biows.-lhIs
corn sends GU, great number OF suckers,
which it is recommended to strip off.
The policy of doing this is doubted at the
North. Some of this Baden corn has been
brought to the North, but il will not ripen
here in ordinary seasons. But some of
our early varieties Of corn could 10 doubi
be improved in the same way that Mr.
Baden did his. WHO will Try the expert
men, on the Dutton or Phinney corn?
Ken Jour.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

We like much, the practice SO prevalent
in England of the reformed coming out pup
liclv and declaring what temperance socie-
ties have done for them. 1t exhibits graft
xude and is at the same time practical de-
monstration ofthe excellency ofthesesoce-
ties, while il is graet encouragement for
those who are still inebriates, 10 copy their
bright examples,an sign the total pledge
Temp Rec.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

Hon. H. l.. WHITE. Knoxville
Gazette the l4th nit says it has 1t from
nndonbsed authority ,ha, the Hon. Hugh
l.. White has sent in his resignation to the
Governor, ofhis seat inthe U States Senate.
The indisposiion of both Mr. White and
his lady is given as the cause.-Ihe Knox
Vile Gazette recommends Hon. W. b.
Recs of the Supreme Court, as his success
sor. Atlas
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

DEPARTURE OF PRISONERS FROM QUEBEC
FOR ENGLAND. Tho Quebec Mercury OF
ahe 22d ult says:
/" John G. Parker, B. Wait, Chandler,
Brown, and their nineteen associates, who
arrived here on Sunday last from Upper
Canada, and have since been lodged in
the Common Gaoi Of this district, were this
morning put on board the bark Captain
Ross, for Liverpool. which vessel inmedi-
ately got under weigh"
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

Newspaper Changes. The Bangor Dem
ocrat has passed from the hands Of Mr.
William r. Smith into those of John Pray
and William Thompson.
The Mechanic and Farmer, has chang
ed hands, The former publisher having
disposed of his interest TO Mr.. Benz. A.
Burr Our old friend Sayward still stands
at the helm.
The RspmbKean, another Bangor papes
formerly loco foco, but lately Conservative.
has been discontinued
The Waldo Patriot, at Belfast, is TO DO
united with tho Kennebec Journal the
frs; CT January. Verify these arc trying
times for editors.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

SCHOOLS. We have on our table re-
port, prepared by the Secretary Of State.
Of the common Schools in this Stale, for
1887 TIE number Of scholars returned
from Bath is 1916, and the amount OF
money received s3, oCO--whioh is exceed
ed, in proportion, by no place in the State.
except Bangor. We shall endeavor to
copy soue other items from this report
hereafter.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

JAN. BURNT We learn that the Coun-
.,y Jail, at Wiscasset, together with the
dwelling house attached 10 the same, was
destroyed by FIRE, on Monday last, about
noon. The fire ii is supposed, originated
from a spark, from the chimney. There
were but three convic,s in the Jail, who
were taken out, and secured elsewhere.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06
THE TELEGRAPH.
8 AT H Me-:
THURSDAY MORNING. DEC. C.


IYpEPENpENcr. Perhaps there is no sub
;ect. upon which more is said and written,
than that we h ave selected rs our text.
And it is very proper that such should be
The fact; for to every American cr'zen,
independence is every thing, and If he have
one spark of patriotism, he no, only rec
oanises it, but he will tenaciously contend
for it, as one 9th dearest rights.
But what are we TO understand by the
ierml We suppose it implies the hight oi
tie individual. TO think. act, and pursue his
own inclination, III reference 10 all sub
iects, and under all circumstances, so far
as my conport with the III her obligations
due from HIN to society, or 10 his country.
IN manner most Agreeable To himself,
These rights are undoubtedly implied, III
the use of the term; and ia tracing out the
particular feelings, wishes and interests oi
individuals, we shall find, that these gen
eral heads embrace almost every variety
Of nde, endeut action, vsual to an i''depeu-
dent people.
But. although we have allowed, that all
men have undisputcd right, to act and OPP
perate independent Of others, yea It Is
equally certain, that true independence,
never shurs the sympathy of co-oPerati n
of kindred mind. An exalted estimation
Of cur own predisposit'ons or opinions,
founded perhaps in prejudice, may ''uly
be denominatcd, the worst kind OF scylil:y,
and the person who entertalos himself, as
always in the right, and those opposed to
him, as always wrong,o or whose overwcening
vanity raises his own dear self, SO very far
above the "wak of common men" and
whose intolerant spirit would crush to in
significance, every individual whom he
fancies beneath his dignity. is slave in
deed.
1t is by no means, an omen of mean and
cringing serviliiy, for individuals to adj
wise, and consult with others; aud any course
of conduct, noble and generous in itself,
cannot by any means be less worthy onr
consideration or adoption, because advised
to it by our friends On the contrary, by
making a discriminate choice, under such
circumstances, our real independence is
manifested to far greater advantage.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

:T Lecture. The Lecture on Tuesday
evening last, by Rev MIR Palmer, before tho
Mechanic Association, was unusually in.
teresting. The subject was HlsToRY--iis
Importance as study He considered the
advantages of historical knowledge, weigh
ed the objections and obstacles in the way OF
gaining such knowledge, and lastly, poln-
led out, what he considered, as the best
metbod of pursuing that study. To give
synopsis Of the address, and at the same
ilmr do Justice to the gentleman, we ieei
would be hard task and as there is some
hope that he will be persuaded to prepare
a copy for publication, we shall deIer luz
Their remarks at present.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

In case OF fire breaking out in provin-
cial city in China, and consuming more
than ten houses, the Governor of said pro-
vince is fined, by the Emperor, nine
months pay; if more than thirty houses
are consumed he forfeits ons years salary
ifthree hundred are destroyed, he is degra
dcd one degree.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

An old lady recently died at Pittsburgh
who bore her husband twenty-five children
and never gave him cross word-thus
fulfilling to the letter the maxim to "bear
and f,rebear." The worst wish we could
have for such woman, is, that she might
live long enough to count the grand chill
dren. Times.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

DAY OF THE WEEK.-The Sun, Mo or
Tuisco, Wooden, Thor, and Seater were
Saxon gods, to each OF which.one day IL
the week was consecrated-Sun's day
Moons day, Tuiseo's day, Wodcn's day
Thor's day Friga,s day, Seater's day
Hence the names Sunday, Monday, Tu-
esday, Wednesday, Thursday. Friday,
Saturday
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

WEtLER,sM. "J'he day we celebrate, y
as the fat turkey said to the pig, OH the
morning Of Christmas
THAT solid argument" as the gentle
men said, ven he heard that Bonds speech
was stcreo,yped
Your further progress is necessarily
impeded," as the river said to the steam
boat, ven it run on u sand bar
You are unquestiorably blind to your own
interests, y as iheprcsidcnt said to the people
ven they refused to re-elect him.
Il have the honor to be your most obe-
dent humble servait," as the negro said
to his master ven be had given him ficg-
ging,
"You are most unjus'ifiably disturbing
my repose," as the mummy SAID 10 the
gentleman, ven he avoke him from his sleep
OF three thousand years.
"Methnks your kindness freezes, as the
oafer SAID to the pump,one cold morning !"
January, ven he came to take his breakfast
and found il iroze up
81 see we II have TO part perhaps forever,
as the actor said TO his shirt ven i, manifest
ed dangerous symptoms of decomposition
Il see no further f,r continuing
attachment to you.si as the topper said &c
the bottle ven he drained it TO its last drop
"'Fhai's an ungen.emaniy in>inuation, .
as the lady said TO her lover, ven he ashe d
her how old she yos.
"Thal's an operation, sir. from which
we will derive mutual benefit" as the mos
qutoe said to the sick gentleman ven he
plunged his proboscs into his body, and fill
led himself with blood
"Small fiyorB are thankfully received, y
as the elephant said TO the little boys, ven
they sos feeding him with chestnuts.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

Professor Mitchell Of Philadelphia, has
succeeded in solidifyiug carbonic acid gass.
The Public Ledger gives an account OF
some very interesting experiments of the
Prof. in liquifying, freezing and solidifying
the gass.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

A Mr. Amos Rines, of Norridgewock
Me, has been obliged to fork over 1925 to
Miss Mary Wiler, for not fulfilling his prom
use to marry her. Were we in Mary's pace
I'VE should rather have the 1926 than a
shun,lted broken promises-ayc, and thay
might throw in few unbroken ones 10 fiji
out the bargain. Times.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06
IS Q. G." will appear mex, week.

LADIES COMPANION. We have received
the December number of this valuable
magazlne. All original and interesting ns
usual. The January number is to be
touch beyond every ding 50 they say.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

Mr. Crary. Van Buren,, has been elected
to Congress from Michigan, by about two
hundred majority over Mr.. Wells, WING
The administration party have a small ma
jority in the Legislature on joint ba o..
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

DEFALcArIoN. A joint CO nmittee ap.
pointed by the Legislature of Mississippi
to examine the books aud accounts of the
late Auditor of the State, John II Mallory,
have reported him defautor in the sum 81
$54 ,07s SO! His place is to be filed by a
staunch Wing,
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06
MISSISSIPPI SENATOR.

Governor McNuit Of Mississippi, has aP-
pointed Thomas H. Williams of Poniotoc,
10 I'll the vacancy in the United States
Senate, occasionedhy the resignation OF
Judge Tfot,er, until the Legislature shall
have elected Senator to occupy the place
for the remainder of Trotter's term
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

Presidential Those who are familiar
with the politics Of Pennsylvania and OHIO,
say that Gen. Harrison will certainly get
the votes of bot those States. Ken. Jour.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

At the second trial in Boston for the
election Of thirty-six Representatives. no
choice was effected. Another trial cannot
be had, unless by order Of the Legislature.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

= JThite Path, distinguished Indian
Chief of the Cherokee tribe, died near
HopkinsviIle. Ky, few days since, aged
70 years He had been for many years
member Of the Cherokee Council.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

EASTERN Rail RoAD. The work for the
continuation of this road eastward Of us,
has commenced IN good earnest. Contracts
have been made for the whole distance
between Salem and Newburyport, on very
favorable terms, and large gang of labor
ers commenced work in Beverly last week
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

Among the trees blown down in the re-
cent storm in England. was the famous
s.Herne the hunters oak" in Windsor
Park, ilnmortalized BY Shakespeare.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

Governor Carlin of Illinois, has been
very i'll. The Peoria Register ofthe 9th uh.,
announced his decease, but this account
Avas premature
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

Two colored women were recently sui,
foe ated to death in New York, by charcoal.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

president Van Buren, is now Sc years OF
age; Gen. VIM. Fl. Harrison 90. Hon.
Henry Clay CO; Hon. Daniel Webster55.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

The Legislature of Delaware, of It's next
session, il is said will be composed as follows:
Senate---5 Wings, V. B House 4
Wings, ". B; Wing majority in Joint bal
lot s. The election OF Mr.. Robinson
(loco) as Representative to Congress, IT is
said will be contested. ON account OF his
receiving q considerable number of illegal
votes. Ken. Jour.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

IN New Orleans on the 10Th, there were
1913 vessels in port 100 ships, "A briggs,
and AZ schooners. Only % shifs, Of this
number, had froights engaged.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

I. Bills of the Rhode Island Banks, with
the exception Of the Central Bauk at East
Greenwich and Scituate Bank at Scituate,
are redeemed by the Suffolk Bank.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

Flour is selling at Texas as high as $40
per barrel.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

Mr., Elliot has concluded 10 accept IN
Mayorality of Boston for another year,
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

The Wilmington N. G. Advertiser
Of Friday, % uit., says" Vessels are
scarce, and mucn wanted. An ad0onct
freight to New York Of so cents per barrel
has been paid"
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

The rumor of the capture of Charles G..
Bryant, by the loyalists in Canada. turns
out to be untrue. This Grand Eogle" is
yet uncaged.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

Hard Butter "A lot of Butter, recently
purchased of "a woman by trader in Bangor,
was found on examination to contain IN the
centre Of the balls pieces of stone about
two inches long.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

TrxAs.-The Galveston GaZette of the 9;h
inst. speaks most encouragingly OF the pro-
gress Of the town of Galveston and its vicin-
iiy. The number of persons now present
and daily arriving in that section of Texas
is represented to be prodigous. Houses are
springng mp most rapidly, and it is exceed
ingly difficult to Accommodate the strangers
who are pouring in from all quarters. 1 he
progress Of Houston is moi less gratifying.
The steamship New York is to be en-
ployed in sailing between Galveston and
Nav Orleans She is vessel of superior
construction. and will be commanded by
an experienced and popular individul.
Lincoln telegraph. [volume] (Bath, Me.) 1836-1846, 1838-12-06

The Case Of lNaaan. The trial Of Mr..
Mahan charged with the abduction ofslaves
from Kentucky, and who was arrested and
conveyed to Kentucky, on reqnlsitlon
from the Governor Of that State terminated
on the 18th inst in his acquittal. The case
turned on the question whether the agency
of Mr. Maian in the abduction ofthe slaves
was confined to the State Of Ohio, or was
executed within the borders of Kentucky,
Southern telegraph., 1838-04-03

c.n make Representatives and force them
upon State in violation OF its choice and
will?
And whereas South Carolina, the Harry
Percy of Inc Unlon? On which side in this
great controversy does she couch her lance
and draw Der blade? TRUST, upon the side
of her sister State; upon the side, too, of
the constitutional rights OF all the States;
aud lc. her lend the full strength of her
good right arm to the blow, when she strikes
II so just md righteous quarrel.
Upon all these States do most solcmnly
cal! for that justice to another, which they
would expect for themselves. Let this cup
pass from Mississippi. Compel her not to
drink is bitter ingredients, lest, some day,
even handed Justice should ''commenl the
poisoned chalieen ito yonr own lips. Res
cind that resolution, which sits like a ing.
cling devil upon your journals, and presses
like foul incubus upon the constitution
II hns been said upon this floor, that should
YOU persist in your former decision, and de-
ny her present claim, Mississippi would be
grateful, ave, thankful. BY heavens! this
is the very fiend's arch mock.
Y ii, may dam up the Mississippi till the
old Father of Waters, disturbed in his oozy
led. shall rise in his wrath, and shake his
watcry sceptre over all the land; and her
free sons, even from the loa,hsome inunda-
ton, may send you their gnrglins thanks;
bat rend from her the elective fianchise--
,rample under foot her right of representa-
ito i--and they will curse you with the deep
and bitter curses which live only on the lips
Of those VIII, feel the clanking chains, with
the reco!l, c., n fresh upon their minds that
they have been, and arc entitled to be, as
free as those who forged them.
You sit here, twenty five sovereign States,
in Judgment upon the most sacred right Of
a sister State; TINT which is to a State what
chastity is to u woman, or honor to "A man.
Should You decide against her, you tear
from her brow the riches: jewel which spar
kles there, and forever bow her head In
shame and ,islonor.
Bl, if your stern determination is taken !;
if the greedy blow mus, fall; ifthe violated
constitution must bleed; have but one re-
q,ost, on her behalf, to make. When you
decide that she cannot choose her own
representation, at that self moment
bio: from the spangled banner ofthis Union
the bright star that glitters to the name OF
Mississippi, hat leave the stripe behind, u
lit emblem of her degradation.
Southern telegraph., 1838-04-03
THE DEATH OF KINGS


William the First died from enormous
fat, from drink, and from the violence of his
passions.
William Rufus died the death of the poor
stays which he hunted.
Henry the First died of elnttonv. having
eaten too much ola dish Of iamprevs.
Stephen died in a few days of what was
called the lilac passion, which, we SUD-
pose, may be a royal name for Prussick a.
cid, or something like it.
Henry the Second died of a broken heart.
occasioned by the bad conduct of his chill
dren. A broken heart is a very common
complaint for monarch to die of. Per-
haps rats bane in porridse' meant the
same thing as a broken heart.
Richard C9ur de Lion died like the ami
NAL from which his heart Was named. hy
an arrow from an archer.
John died, no body knows how. but is
said of chagrin, which we suppose is ano-
Their term for dose Of he!Iebore.
Henry the Third is said to have died a
natural DEATH which with kings in palaces
means the most unnatural death by which
mortal can shuttle off his mortal COLI
AIuN"iu 'iio THSt Is Ik0WtSe Salu 10 have
died Of natural sickness a sickness
which it would puzzle all the colleges of
physicians to nominate.
Edward the Second was barbarorsly. in
decentIy murdered by ruffians employed
by his own mother and her paramour.
Edward the Third died of dotapc.
Richard the Fourth is said to have died
OF hits caused by uneasiness,' and uneas;-
ness in palaces at those times was a very
common complaint.
Henry the Fifth is said to have died sof a
painful afiiiction, prematurely.' This is a
cnnrfly phrase for getting clear of a king
Oh: that the glorious hero of As;ncours
should have heen got rid of by the priests
by painful aflliction prematurely.'
Edward the Sixth died in prison, by
means known then only to his iailor. and
known now only by Heaven.
Edward the Fifth was stranoled in the
rower, by his uncle Richard the Third
whom Hume declares to have possessed ev-
cry Quality for government.
Richard the Third was killed in = battle.
iaif!y, Of course, fr all kings are killed
falrly or died naturally according to the
court circulars of these days.
Henry the Seventh wasted away as mi-
ser ought to do.