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TARIFF OR NO. TARIFF 3
THAT'S THE QUESTION.

TN view of the great number of strangers expect
u ed to visit Washington during the continuance
Of the National Fair, and TO attend the Grand Tenn
perance Celebration to be held on the 22d inst, as
we'll as that Of the Odd-Fellows on the 25th inst,
the subscribers have supplied themselves with large
stock Of Hair and Shuck Mattresses, Beds and Bed
ing, with general assortment Of new and second
hand House-furnishing Goods, which we offer for
sale on the most liberal terms.
L. s. BECK Il SON,
Hoase-F Furnishing Store, Pennsylvania avenue, be.
tween 9th and l0ta streets, South side.
may LIFT
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TTERE,S THE PLACE, 18th street and
Canal.-Just received, and now landing car
go Of bords sawd aths pailings post rails, joiss,
scanting, silIs, together with an assortment of I
S-4 white pine and cypress plank.
Also dressed flooring, N. C. josts and stepping.
FOR RENT.---A brick house on 18th street.
april 25-tf WARD g. LEHMAN.
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WETHERSFIELD SEEDS, SEEDS

Anuo. " WILSON has removed his Seed Es-
4 noilshmsnt from z street to Pennsylvania Av-
enus, between l2th and 18th streets, next door to
HaslIp and Wssdsn's Coach Factory, where he will
keep constantly on hand general assortment Of
Fresh Seeds to suit the season. Gardners are re-
quested to call and examine for themselves. Among
other varieties may be found large Flat White Tur-
MP Seeds, Rutabaga, Strap Leaf, and general as
sortment. THOS. G. WILSON.
June I-2Weod
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F. HOWARD'S IMPROVED CHEMICAL
Chloride Soap.

TNHIS SOAP has fully stood the test Of expert
4 ence, and is deservedly more celebrated than
any other in use, for rendering the skin smooth and
soft, removing chaps, pimples and blemishes; for
the preservation of the teeth and gums, and the
cure Of offensive breath; for cleansing and healing
sores and Wounds; for preserving and curing cuta.
neous diseases, particularly in infants; for bleach
ing muslins and handkerchiefs, and for the removal
Of grease paint, tar &C., from clothing It is also
much esteemed as a Shaving Soap. Prepared only
by THOMAS P. MORGAN, Chemist,
Successor to F. Howard,)
Washington, D. C.
For sale BY the Druggists Of the District.
NAV l3-tm
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From The Rev. A. Woodward, Rector Of 81
Luke's Parish.

Of the ColIeton Bitters, {" purely vegetable
compound" and which, from the confidence have
in the character and integrity Of the maker and pro-
prietor thereof n verify believe to be true) enter
taip the most favorable opinion. Several Of my
personal friends and acquaintances, long afflicted
with Dyspepsia, have assured me that they have
found these bitters better than any other medicine
they ever tried for that distressing disease. And
take pleasure further in stating that have witness
ed the excellency Of these Bitters in nausea sick
headache, and bowel complaint in this last particu
lar have seen the Coeton repeatedly and success
fully tested among the children Of my own house,
hold. No family oughtto be without this inyau-
able medicine. A. WOODWARD.
Hilton Head, s. C., Jan, s, iS46.
For sale by the only Agent for the District Of
Columbia, b. HUMANS,
Between 10th and lth streets, Washington.
may lw
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DIR. SChWartZc,s

ITNRIVALLED COMPOUND EXTRACT
~ OF SARSAPARILLA.--Ths aAlictsd are
respectfully referred to the advertisement Of the
above celebrated preparation in the "Sun," which
has produced such astonishing cures in this Dis
trict Also, the celebrated Chrome Thermal Agus
Pill. which never fails to the most nvetsrats
Ague in IL hours. The proprietor can refer the
afflicted to hundreds Of cures performed by the
above remedies. april s-H.
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ME largest assortment of the best BRUSHES
= constantly kept on hand at my Hardware and
Variety Store, Pennsylvania avenue, near 9th strss
wholesale and retail GEO. SAVAGE.
april 22-f MAT. Intelligcncer 3t.]
CONGRESS BOOKS, Law BOOKS,
MEDICAL BOOKS, AMERICAN HISTORY.
Nl &C. The subscriber has for sale, ct his Store,
near corner Of Al street and Pennsylvania avenus.
Washington, large stock Of
LAW BOOKS.
Among them are all the elementary works; also.
The English and American Common Law and
Chancery Reports. All the New York and Mary
land Reports: some Of the Virginia Reports. The
Law Library, SO vols, together with handsome
selection of such other Law Books as are suitabh
for the Washington market
CONGRESS BOOKS.
All the Laws, Documents Journals, Registers Of
Debates and all books subscribed for or published
by Congress, to be had in quantities at the sub
scrbers. The
MEDICAL BOOKS
were selected by the gentlemen of tho Faculty In
the District. The collection embraces all the stan
dard and elementary works.
"AMERICAN HISTORY"
Some of the American Books are very old and
rare; and all the late works on American ssubjscts
are. to be found in this Chapter.
MISCELLANEOUS BOOKS"
All the current literature Of the day will b found
among these jim all the various fashisnable bindings.
RELIGIOUS BOOKS.
All the Bibles, Prayer, and Hymn Books, Of al
most all the different denominations in al kinds Of
bindings.
"BLANK BOOKS AND STATIONERY"
A handsome assortment of Blank, Books, and
all kinds Of Stationery, for sale as above.
The Books will be sold as cheap as at any other
Bookstore in the United States.
march 7-tf GEORGE TEMPLEMAN.
Boots e Shoes! Boots e Shoes!
r A. RUFF, (successor to E. Lacy,) six doors
u. East Of Coleman's Hotel, Pennsylvania av-
enue, has just received from Philadelphia full and
complete assortment of Ladies Black and Bronze
Caters, Buskins, Ties and Slippers. Also. great
variety Of Childrens Shoes, at all prices: Gentle
mems Boots, Caters, Shoes and Slippers, Of every
kind. All of which will be sold as cheap - can bs
bought elsewhere. l invite my friends, and the
public generally to give call, and feel conf
dent Of being able to please in quality and price.
april 25-eodlm.
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Cd WARD ELECTION NOTICE.

NOTICE is hereby given that an election will
IN be held in the Second Ward on Monday, the
lst day Of June at the office Of Nicholas Calan, on
F street, for Mayor, and one member of the Board
of Aldermen for two years and for three members
of the Board Of Common Council, for year,
to serve in the respective Boards.
Polls to be opened at 10 o'clock, A. M, and close
at o'clock, p. M. WILLIAM DRAKE,
NICHOLAS CALLAN,
JOSEPH ABBOTT,
may 26-5t Commissioners OF Election.
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own teeth, after lapse Of several years ancs
ayailing myself of his professional services, attest
the correctness of my opinion.
ISAAC TIBBALS.
In addition to the above testimonials are those
of-Rev. r. J. Sawyer, Minister Of the Orchard
street Church; Rev. John M. Macauley; Rev.
VIM. 8. Balch, Pastor Of Bleecker street Church
Thomas Hertell, Esq. James r.. Whiting, Exq.,
District Attorney for the city and county Of New
York; William II. Leggitt, ESQ.,; James Hall,
Esq.i "A. Sidney Doane, Am. Md, Health oficer
oi the port Of New York. George Herriott, M. D.,
n lasv; William McLain, Washington, d. c.; Lieut..
W. n, Benham, U. s. Army, &C. &C.
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New HOuse-Furnishing Ware
Room.

TIME subscriber respectfully informs his custom
i ers and the public generally, that he has
opened Ware Room on 9th street, near the ave.
nue., where he is continually receiving FRESH
SUPPLIES Of goods in the House keepers line !;
viz: a
AMERICAN AND BRITISH CUTLERY,
Moues and Iongs, Hollouare, Woodware, Brush
es, Baskets, Britanialoare, 7satyays Velocipedes,
together with large collection of USEFUL and
FANCY articles, too numerous to mention. Sale
store at the old stand, Pennsylvania avenue, near
9th street. GEO. SAVAGE.
feb 27-tf
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BY A. GREEN, Auctioneer.

BY A. GREEN, AuCtiOneer.
Trustees Sale Of Stores, Crates, Iynvare
Materials, Tools, Shop Fixtures, &c.,
AT Auction.
ON WEDNESDAY,, the ,27th inst, shall sell
" by order of the Trustees, at 10 o'clock, A. NJ
at the Store formerly occupied by j. Kel & Brother
extensive assortment Of the above-named articles,
Wis
A large lot Of Tin Ware Of every description
Tea Kettles, Coal Hods, Dripping Pans
Painted Tea Tubs, Scales and Weights, Oil
Cans, &c.
A large lot Brittania Coffee and Tea Pots,
Refigerators, large copper Kettles brass spig-
gots
A large lot of Stove-pipe, tin Spout and Cutters
Sheet Copper and Iron, and other material
A large lot Of tin Safes
With an extensive assortment of Stoves of
every descriptions tn-plate, radi-
ator, parlor, hail. Franklin, &c.
Also, large lot of Grates-Parlor, Basket, &C.
" With large lot Of Tools, among which are sew
eral Rolling Machines, large Bellows, Shears, and
all other Tools used in the Tin Manufacturing busi-
ness with fixtures, and one large Writing Desk and
Chest of Drawers.
Terms. All stims Of and under S25 cash; over
S25 and not exceeding $50, credit of sixty days;
over $50 and not exceeding 500, ninety days; over
500 four and six months, for notes satisfactorily
endorsed. A. GREEN,
may 23-ts Auctioneer.
UT The above sale is postponed until WE'D
NESDAY, the Sd of June, at 10 o'clock, A. M,
when the above articles will positively be sold,
without reserve. Any person wanting Stoves,
Crates, or Tin Ware. may expect to get great bar
gains. Come one, come all. A. GREEN,
may 29-ts Auctoneer
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JAMES p. TUSTIN

OFFERS his services to his friends in the Dis
" trict or elsewhere as Collector, Copyist, and
Agent Communications addressed to the adver.
tiser at Washington, (post paid will meet with
prompt attention. Residence, 9th street, immed-
ately In the rear Of the Patent Office.
may 20 0-3taw6m
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From, d.. Mott, President and Professor Of Surgery
in the Unipersitu Ne,p York.
Eomlsaac !. Tibbals, Esq, Of Baltimore.
BALrIMoRg, Oct. 81, 1s45.

BALrMoRE, Oct 81, 1s45.
take pleasure in recommending DR.. L. Par
mele as possessing, in my Judgment, superior skill
and ability for the duties of his profession, and do
so with great confidence, as my long acquaintance
with him has afforded me many opportunities Of
witnessing the success Of his operations, and my
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A Card.

YyHE undersigned, considering himself duly
IL qualified, offers his services to the citizens
of Washington for the drawing Of plans and spe-
cifcatons Of dwelling or other houses, and also as
measurer of builders work. Charges moderate.
H may be consulted between the hours Of and
IL o'clock, A. NJ, at Mr.. Purdy's Office, Lumber
Yard, 7th street, Market-House square.
fob 27-tf JOHN G. HARKNESS.
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WASHINGTON CITY, D. G.

WASHINGTON CITY, II. u.
November %, lS45.
| take pleasure in adding my testimony to the
foregoing having received for myself and other MEM
bers of my family, the benefit Of the professional
vices of Dr. Parmele to my entire satisfaction.
ANDREW COYLE.
From the Rev. C. w. Eperest, Of Connecticut.
REcToRY GRACE CHURCH.
Hamden, Conn.,, July 81, l845.
For nearly three years past l have been well
acquainted with DR.. l.. Parmele. During this
period ! have had opportunity Of seeing much of
his work, and have several times enjoyed the
benefit Of his professional services knoio him to
be superior Dentst-and can therefore most
cheerfully recommend him to any who may stand
in need Of such aid as it Is his business to render
AS gentleman, also, he is worthy of all conf
dence and | doubt not he will receive at the
hands of an intelligent public that patronage to
which his talents and his worth entitle him.
C.. w. EVEREST.
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MONEY, MONEY, MONEY wANTEDn

rTNHE subscriber would most respectfully inform
those indebted to him that their accounts can
not remain any longer unsettled; and that, if they
are not settled by the LIST Of June, they will be-
placed in the hands Of better collectors than ann
Necessity will compel me to this course, though CO.
ercive measures are not pleasant at any time.
WIN. A. RICHARDSON,
Merchant Tailor, opposite Buildings,
may 26-3leodif Washington City.
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THE FIRST OF MAY!

lhE FlhSI Ot MAI
NTE have THIS DAY opened an additional
Wv supply Of new and beautiful Goods for the
Spring. consisting, in part as viz: .1
Balzarines, Lawns, Graduated and rich striped
Bereges, Ombre shaded and Silk striped
Lawns, graduated and Lace Powered, some at
26 cents, very beautiful
Ginghams of every style and price
White Cambria and Nuslins, corded, barred
and striped sea
Shawls, Scarfs and Ties, beautiful and rich in
style and quality.
ALSO: Fine French Cloths, Of every quality
and price
French Cassimeres, striped and plain, rich and
elegant style
Light and Black Silk and Satin Vsstings
Tweeds and Gambroons, for Gentlemen ana
Boys, some at very low prices
Blesched and Brown Sheeting
Do do Shirtings
Domestic Ginghams, Penitentary Plaids
Apron and Shirting Checks
Bleached and Brown Tweed Cottons
Together with their stock in Store, makes their
stock very complete. which will be sold very low tor
cash. +. 4. SMALLWOOD g. Co,
Pennsylvania avenue between 9th and 10th streets.
may 2-tf
nOOTs AND SHOES, just reccived.--
h We have full and complete assortment OF
Mems Boots Bootees Nulliiiers and Gslters, Ladies
C;a;,ers HalfCaiters, Kid e. Morocco Buskins, Ties
.nd sl;nners French style Misses Cater Beotss
HALF Gaers Buskins Ties and Slippers, together
with . complete assortment of Childrens Shoes,
which we will sell at the very lowest cash prices
r. L. sMALLWOOD 4 CO.,
Pennsylvania avenue, between 9th and 10th streets.
may 2-n
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JOHN w. DAVIS, Of Indiana.
WASHINGTON CRY, D. G.
February 20, l643.

w AbHINGTON OITY, u. Y.
February 20, ls43
Having enjoyed the professional services of DR..
]. Smith Dodge, | most cordially recommend him
to my friends and the public as most accomplished
operator in Dental Surgery and every way entitled
to their personal and professional confidence.
HORACE STRINGFELLOW,
Rector Trinity Church.
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Selling on! Selling Off! Selling Off! /!
$4,000 in Fancy Goods.


q PARKER, having determined to close his
~. present business will sell out his entire stock
OF new and fashionable fancy goods, By retai-con-
sstlng, in part, Of rich and common FANS retcules
purses gold pencils, flower stands, work-boxes, kid
and SILK gloves ribnnds, flowers thread Iaces, mil-
merry, &c, &C., &c; great variety Of hair-brushes,
tooth brushes, French perfumery for the hair, Co.
logne water, soaps, &c, afordng fine opportunity
for such as desire to make RICH PRESENTS, at very
cheap rate. The goods will be arranged for sale by
Monday morning, May 25th, and continue until
they shall all be sold.
FOR RENT.-The Store and Houae :, ,,e.o,,,
occupied by myself To good tenant wiIl l',e rent
it l,w Possession given the last Of July. ne,bans
earlier.
For further particulars inquire at 8. PARKER,s
Psrkmnry and Fancy Store, Pennsy Ivania avenue,
between Ninth and Tenth streets.
may 26-3taw2w.
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AUCTION NOTICE.

THE subscriber, having obtained license % ssi
i at auction, respectfully offers his services 70 se
property Of every description. All sales entrusted
to his care will receive bis personal attention, ana
every effort will be made to make goods command
fair prices
He will bestow particular attention 70 the arans-
ing and disposal Of furniture at private houses. 81
Liberal advances made on all goods connsnou ~
nnblic sale. but under no circumstances will limited
goods be received He respectfully solcits share
of patronage. ,,r =, .
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GENTLEMEN,s DRESS BOOTS at So

GENTLEMEN,S DRESS BOOTS at $3.
TUST received large assortment of Gentlemens S
y Dress Boots; Boys Fine Boots, cheap.
ALSO, large assortment of Ladies', Gentle
mems, Boys, Misses and Childrens Boots and Shoes,
in great variety. Please call and examine.
ALSO, work made to order, and repairing done
At short notice. E. FOWLER,
Philadelphia Shoe Store, corner Of llth and SITS.
may 2I-eod3m
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ALWAYS ON HAND, at private sale,
i, extensive assortment of Cabinet Ware, Beds and
Mattresses, Looking GLASSES, Clocks Shower Baths
Refricerators, &c., which will be sold at extremely
low prices. y. w. DolELEn, ~,
NAV ll-3teodif Auctioneer.
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Wheelers Teaberry Tooth Wash having removed
scurf and cured soreness Of the gums, which had
troubled for two years. it is my belief that it is
highly useful article, and that it is advisable to
those who suffer with the teeth and gums to make
use Of il. MARY SULLIVAN.
Your Teaberry Tooth Wash cured the tooth ache
and also soreness Of the gums in my family, and
send you this certificate that those who suffer with
tooth ache or soreness of the gums may know that
it is remedy for them, and very pleasant Tooth
Wash. FRA'S. PROVOST.
w. Wheeler.
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THOMAS j. McCURDY.

From much severe suffering of myself and others
Of my family, with decayed Teeth and sore Gums,
and the many respectable testimonials highly in favor
Of Wheeler's Teaberry Tooth Wash, was induced
to give it trial, after which my family used it, and
rejoice to say that it did perform thorough and
efeetual cure for ALL and is the best article that
ever knew Of | would recommend its use to those
who may be suffering JESSE MOORE.
w. Wheeler.
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Many more testimonials are existing approving
of "Wheeler's Teabeny Tooth WASH"
SOLD at Nos. l and 2, Browns Hotel, by
M. H. STEVENS d EMMONS,
Late o. Fish & COY
Principal Office for the United States No. SO,
Chesnut-street, Philadelphia. may 7-ly
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lust Received.

a SUPPLY of OLD SEASONED, White
IA Pine Select CulIs, A, Ga and Sd, with
general supply Of other Lumber. Purchasers are
invited to call. 0. j. PRESTON d CO.,
NAV 2-3tawlm Fourteenth street Bridge.
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Wheeler's Teabeny Tooth Wash having cured
soreness of the gums, and efectualy stopped bleed
ing of the gums, deem it a debt Of gratitude for
the relief which it afforded me, and duty owed to
my fellow beings, to say that it is my firm convic-
ton, that those who will use Wheeler's Teaberry
Teoth Wash, for the teeth and gums will find that
it is an important article.
THOMAS j. McCURDY
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From the Hon. Noah a. Phelps, late Secretary Of the
State Of Connecticut

From the Hon. Noah A. Phelps, late Secretary of the
State Of Connecticut.
MIpDLETowN CoNNEcTIcuT,
September 81, 1645.
DR.. l.. Parmele resided some time in this city,
following the practice of Dentistry. He is a
worthy citizen, and sustans high reputation in
the line of his profession. From my knowledge
of the man. his standing in society, and profession
al skill, take much pleasure in recommending
him to the favor and patronage of the public.
NOAH A. PHELPS.
From the Hon. Robert Dale Otoen, NJ. c. from the
State Of Indiana
WASHINGTON CRY, Dec. 90, 1845
"Haying on various occasions availed myself of
the professional services of DR.. l.. Parmele to my
entire satisfaction, | take pleasure in adding my
testimony both as to his skill as Dentist and his
kind urbanity as man.
~ : ROBERT DALE OWEN"
From the Hon. H. Pratt late NJ c. from the State Of
Nsio York.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,
February 25, 1s45.
take great pleasure in bearing testimony to the
superior skill Of Dr. l.. Parmele, from know
ledge of his operations in his profession of an i'm
portant character performed by him, as well as to
his worth as citizen; and having been long and
intimately acquainted with him, / now cheerfully
recommend him to all who require his aid.
2. PRATT,
From Dr.. Mott, President and Professor Of Surgery
in the University, .Neo York.
New YoRK, Nov. 90, l642.
| have been familiar with the reputation of j..
Smith Dodge as a practical Dentist for many
years. In the opinion of my friends who have ex-
perienced the benefit Of his Skill can place full
confidence. ! can therefore most cheerfully re-
commend him to those who seek relief from the
maladies of their teeth
VALENTINE MOTT, nj, d.
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Owing to having taken cold, but mostly in conse-
quence of the acid Of paint used in colorng prints
my teeth became very much injured, giving excru-
cating pain at intervals. for between two and three
years. Wheeler's Teaberry Tooth Wash was used,
and has entirely cured them, which, in certificate
FORM send, that those who wish perfect remedy
for painful teeth, and also desire pleasant Tooth
Wash, may with confidence try Wheeler's Teaberry
Tooth Wash. MARY A. TAYLOR.
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Certificates Of Ladies and Gentlemen Of
PHILADELPHIA

It is with gratitude that send the following GER
tifcate, hoping that many who suffer will be led by
perusal Of it, to obtain Wheeer's Teaberry Tooth
Wash, which article used and it has effectually
cured tooth ache, soreness Of the gums, removed
scrf from my teeth, and fully believe has entirely
arrested all decay Of them. / trust that all who
suffer, having either Of the same species of COM
plant, will as soon as possible use Wheeler's Tea
berry Tooth Wash, that they may be relieved.
JULIANAt CULTURAL.
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.Fron. the Hon. John w Dauis, Speaker of the

From the Hon. .Jos,, W. Davis, Speaker ofthe
House Of Representatives..
Washington, d, c., Dec. %, 1916.
take pleasure in stating that Dr. L. Parmee of
this city has executed for me an excellent piece of
work in the line Of his profession one which sew
era other Dentists Of high repute declined to under
take as being impracticable, but by the skill Of
DR.. p, it has been done, not only in good profess
sional style, but is highly seviceable and satisfac-
tory.
IOHN w DAVIS of Ind;.p.