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The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07
DECLARATION EXTRAORDINARY.

In the Weekly Tribune Of the 3lst, find
an extraordinary proclamation from one who
signs himself "a Democrat" This person
age, who seems to view every thing through
disea ed eye, says he was present at the First
Ward meeting on Saturday evening last; that
there about dozen present, Including him
self, that there was four or five Americans and
one Englishman, who had no vote, but did rote !;
that sOur Tom was called to the chair, by the
motion of B. M. Samuels, City Attorney, &c,
&c that the Chairman put in nomination J.
d. Bush and w. NAPLES, for Ald'rn that
they are doubtful Democrats and that it be.
comes Irish Democrats to examine Iowa democ-
racy, and, especially certain leaders ofthe party
Now, before we proceed to answer these sew.
eral propositions, we will agree, that il that saic
/" Democrat" will throw off his disguise, and It
is ascertained that lie has been accused of de-
mocracy, or even suspected, we will endeavor to
show that he has real democracy or fixed
political principles about him. Yea, even more;
we will endeavor to establish that he is governed
by the very worst passions of the Nativeist.-
The whole bent of his feelings, prove that he
was sorely afflicted, because the meeting was
attended by any other than Irish citizens. We
regret to witness in any citizen, such feeling
as this, and we are astonislied, that adopted
citizens are appealed to to beware of democracy,
when they owe their heaviest debt of gratitude
to the ascendency of Democratic principles.
But let US correct the erroneous statements
Mr. Rogers was placed in the chair, upon the
motion of A. Buiterworth; MIR. Bush was nomi-
mated by the same gentleman, and elected with
one dissenting vote MIR. NAPLES was nominated
by B. NJ. Samuels and elected without dissent
ing vote The English gentleman spoken of,
never participated in the meeting at all whether
he had right to do so or not, and so far as we
could discover, conducted himself, as did all
present, with great propriety.
In some things, the writer displays the ,cr,ter,
and the ,oritres peculiar affinity for classes,
while in doubling the propriety of men partlci
patIng in political meetings and elections, be-
cause they don't happen to own property, he
exhibits the ear marks of Whiggerv, and infer
rentaly adopts principle, which generally
carried out, would be most fatal to liberty, and
TO the adopted citizens of the country.
AS to the Democracy of Messrs. NAPLES and
Bush, we shall speak of this hereafter
No such puny efforts these, are going to
defeat the democracy in this election.
Let our friends be on the look out, TO watch
the manouvreings of our enemy. Former elec
tons bear testimony to the necessity Of such a
c urse.
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

REMOVAL OF THE Burlington has
raised the cry for removal of the Capital
Thus looks somewhat as though the good c,t
gems Of that town, desired to saciate either an
old, or neso revenge. In old times, 1t was
said, that our good neighbers, were sorely vex.
ed because the capital was removed from Bur-
lIngton, and in later times, we have seen them
deeply afflicted, because Of their failure to pur-
suade the people of Iowa Lity, to adopt their
notions about Rail Roads.
Is it for this, that they rear up the ghost Of
Banquo, to irighten the good geople Of low
City, from their accustomed proprieiye Or do
they sincerely think, that this aged Sister of
the Republic, whose hills and dales md groves
and prairies, have become so dense:y populat-
ed, from considerations Of public interests and
convenience demands the change. We, ,cay up
Acre in the North want some lightupon the sub.
ject; and as we have heardno good reason as
signed,as yet, by our neighbors of Burlington
for the change we may reasonably ask them tc
favor 10 with their accustomed factsand figures
A
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

Az lySUIT AND REsIGNATIoN Hon I'M
Davis, the Speaker of 'h- Indiana House "f
Representatives, has resigned his office, because
that body proceeded to elect four ''cod.fiers of
the laws" after they had beel appointed by
hun under authority of the House. The ap
pointments of the Speaker did not satisfy the
majority MIR. Davis said that he had been
speaker of the U. S. House of Representatives,
and had presided over several delberative bo-
dies, but that never before had he received such
an insult, and that he would be wanting in self
respect, and in respect to the Office he held, did
he longer continue in it. Several compliment
tary resolutions were passed to induce him
to retain his place, but he persisted IN resign
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07
p. NAPLES & CO..
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL

WHOLESALE AND RETAIL
wv ~ ~ Il ~ 0ODNH
UNDER THE NAPLES HOUSE
WE WOULD beg leave to say that an, now prepared
furnish any quantity and quality of goods of every des
criprinn, at Wholesale or Retail.
have now on hand $50, 900 worth uf
Dry Goods assd Cl0thing.
Boots shoes hats and caps 50 hds sugar 50 barrels mo
lasses, $50 bags coffee, 500 bags salt and all kinds Of
GROCERIES,
100 boxes of fresh teas direct from the east fine tapestry
lnrran three-ply and Brussels capeting window cur
tans, spoons, and every thing needed by housekeep
Having spent all the summer in the east, selecting my
goods wherever could find them cheap am able to give
better bargains than ever. have complete
of everything, both English, French and American
goods CALL AND SEE ME.
TO THE AOIES,
Having been east for the last three months is nov
prepared to furnish the Ladies of Iowa. Illinois and Wis
sPLENDID ASSORTMENT OF GOODS
ever offered for sale IN the West
CARPETS.
ingrain and Brussels very latest pattern
nst from the manufactures; droggetts and tabccovers
SHAWLS, &c,
LARGE stock of shawls from 81 25to $l6; fashionable
honnets Of the very best MATERIAL and made order by
the most fashionable Milliners in Philadelphia; also,
great variety of LADIES' slkvslvet and fancy sill
mansles and Mantillas.
LADIES' MUFFS
The brought the 75t
to $l2.
DRESS GOODS
French English and German mernoes, from 45c to 81 81
per yard muslin de LANES, of very rich Styles from l5c
to 81 2 also, casmeres, alpaccas and prints Of ever
quality.
LAMPS.
My Lamp and Glrandole Department is not equalled il
Iowa; every style and quality, and warranted
SILVER PLATE.
Tea dessert and table spoons forks &C., Of the best quail
ty, and warranted.
A rich article of Window Curtains, something an
very beautiful
Lookn: Glasses, extra large sizes and very cheap.
A beautiful assortment of Wall and Window Paper
both French and American.
Ladies' Shoes Of the latest quality Of Philadelphia
uacure which understood be the best in the Unite
States; also, Chdren's and Misses in endless variety
Fancy Goods, of every description, style and quality
trimmings, etc., and factnearIy every thing that
ted.
shall he happy to have the pleasure of showing m
goods the Ladies' at all times; and would respectful
the married Ladies who wish to furnish their Ou
with the and cheapest ycs of goods to Civ
call; and toyou who expect to be married
| Is the time to make good selection.
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

ORIGIN OF THE DANcE.-The dance, which
at the present day is so nncl, admired as a di-
version, was at IFS origin sort of mystery and
ceremony. The Jews to whom God himself
gave laws and ceremonies introduced it in their
tes sivals-and the Pagans, after them conse
Grated it to their divinites.-After the passage
of the Red Sea, Moses and Marian his sister,
to return thanks to tine Almighty for the pre-
servation of the people, and the fate OF the E.
gyplians drowned in the Red Sea; arranged two
great Dances with music. One was for the men,
and the other tor the women. They danced,
singing the substance of the fifteenth chapter
of Exodus, and performed graceful ballets-
Z Mr.. JoSEs, Of Iowa, presented the proceed
in rs of meeting of the citizens of Iowa, held
in Bremen county, in that State, in favor of the
establishment of Land Office ut Cedar Falls,
which were referred 10 the COMMITTEE on Pubic
Lands.
MIR. j. also presented the proceedings Of
ralroad meeting, held at Quasqueion, Iowa, in
favor Of the construction of the Dubuque ana
North Red River Rail r. .ad; which wers
rcrerred to the Committee on Terrtories.
The exemption bill before tile Maryland Log
islature, releases one hundred dollars worth of
property from sale.
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07
TO THE GENTLEMEN,
Ready Made Clothing.
w ADT EC e. 10
NAPLES & CO..

FASHIONABLE CLOTHING ROOM
Is the place for Gentlemen who wish be fed in
the latest and best style. have the
LARGEST AND BEST STOCK IN THE WEST.
Al kinds Of coats pans vests, shirts, cravats
etc., etc. Ills
BOOT AND SHOE DEPARTMENT
be equallcd in Iowa, having just received some
200 cases MEMS and Boys Roots and shoos all Of the
very best selected stock, and trash among them
HATS AND CAPS.
complete Of the most fashionable styles OF
Hats and Caps, which will he sold very cheap.
FAMILY GROCERIES.
very ehoce lot OF sugar Coffee tea, and salt, bought
expressly for reta trades pepper and spices eeneraly in
fact, everything that's needed in the Grocery line.
The fact is, call at r. Waples GEO., Tor everything
his stock Of Goods W i'll show for itself
Q~rNO tronble to show Goods.
Dubuque. OCT. 6-lydw +. P.WAPLES & co
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

A LETTER FROM MEAGHER.-A gentleman
in New York has received letter from Mr.
Meagher, dated Hobart Town, August 25tf,
1851 Mrs. Mitchell and her children had ar
rived there in excellent health Mr. Mitchell
had taken farm, upon the proceeds Of which
he intends to support himself and his family
O'Brien and his companions well, but feel
intensely the death like existence which they
are doomed to drag out in that recepticle ofdrrgs
and outcasts of English v,llanv.
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07
MAlLS-ARRIVAL LS-DEPARTURES

EAsis s-Arssves daily, except Tuesday, from NJ to
- =. leparts dali, except Sunday, At 2. n.
SsnA IN, bs .Aascstae 4ad Asdrer-Arves daily,
e Manday, by Departs daily except Sunday, by
g..
Dssesps,s, By Berrse-Arives Tuesdays, Thursdays,
AMI Saturdays, by p y. Departs Monday Monday Wed
ne>lsy, and Friday, by =.
fsra Cas-Arrves Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday,
n Departs Monday, Wednesday, end Friday,
HuAGcile-Arrlvcs "Wednesday and Saturday by ' n.
AersRts Monday and Thursday hy7 AN.
sselAi-Arives Tuesday by =. Departs Wednesday
II IAN
j. Fsss J4ttissssArrives Wednesday by .. Departs
Gatarday by 6 =. y.
Mssesfias, BY Castss-Arives Wednesday by r.x.-
departs Thursday BY a. y.
f1saeee b. Poeosi-AniveS Tuesday and Saturday by
P.N. Departs Monday and Friday by An
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

HARBoRs OPEN-The Buffalo Courier saws
that the ice left Dunkirk and Buffalo harbors
about the same time-last Saturday night The
Dunkrk Journal notices the return Of a sinpu-
sslar coincidence" in the movement of ice
s'For the past fifteen years., says the Journal,
"Dunkirk harbor, Buffalo creek, and the North
River, have not varied forty eight hours in their
evacuation. This year the rule also holds good
and we notice the disappearance of ice in our
harbor, simultaneous with its passing out OF
Buffalo creek, and breaking up at Albany"
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

A Maine Editor says that the adoption Of the
Liquor law has infused great activity into the
medicine business. Mint julcps are bought at
the druggists under the head of vegetable ton.
les, while sherry cobblers are only known as
inspired cordwainers. The people of Maine
may not consume as much ardent spirits as
formerly, but the way they indulge in med
tciac is caution.
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

~ We call attention to the advertisement
of the Illinois Central Rail Road Company, and
an extract from the letter of one officially con.
nected with the company, as containing highly
gratifying news for the people of this section.
We understand that arrangements are making
for burning a little powder and tar, to morrow
evening. Let it be a demonstration worthy of
the great improvement it is intended to celebrate.
and Of the City of Dubuque and the citizens
who are identified with its prosperity.
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07
Passenger List:

We learn from the San Francisco Herald
of the 18th Feb, that Gen. Garcia Conde, the
Nj x;can commissioner, to run the boundary be-
tween Mexico and the United States, died at
Arispe, near the Rio San Pedro.
He was forty seven years of age and was
from one OF the oldest and most respectable
families in Mexico and was highly distinguish
ed in the Military and Civil administrations Of
his country
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

General Scott can't carry Virginia. say
the Southern Whigs-hence he should not be
nominated. What Whig can carry Virginia
History says that nethe 7 Adams, nor Clay, no.
Harrison, nor Taylor, nor any other Wing, has
ever been able to lift one side of it.
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

Two SIcnIEs.-A letter from Missna states
that the shocks of earthquake have been ex-
tremely frequent there during the whole month
of January, but that their number and intensity
increased to frigh'ful degree on the night of
10Th uit., when the whole population stayed
out of doors for fear Of the houses falling in.
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07
Extract OF n Letter from who Is ofIic iaI-
ly connected with the Central Railroad Co.
CHICAGO, Ill March 25, 1859.

Hox. VIM. Y. LOWELL, Dear Sir.-Mr
Every difficulty having been overcome-lands
secured, funds provided, iron contracted f'r,and
every means in requsiton for most vigorous
prosecution of the work.
enclose the advertisement of the Chi.
Eng's for lettings, by which you will see that
the Road to Dubuque is to be put under con-
tract next month.
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

The ENGLISH PRESS AND THE MISIsTRY-
The London Herald is now considered the
organ OF the Derby Ministry 1t says he is
the only man who can carry out protection, and
praises the new Cabinet highly for ability,
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07
The crumblers are still Harpinp.

The "lowa Land Bill having yet to pass
through the ordeal of the House of Representa-
tives, our neighbors up the street are improving
the little time left, to throw obstacles in the
way of its passage. Thy send forth in their
Wednesdays issue, most pitiful cries over the
fate Of poor Stewards amendment, which was
last dying struggle for the Burlington Scheme.
They admire the purity and sincerity of our
Senators, but seem loathe to excuse their folly
for resisting substitute, which would have
redounded 80 largely to the benefit of our
State.
Laying aside the strong affinity of our neigh
bors for the Burlington Scheme, VIC may safely
a firm that had not our Senators resisted with
all their might, the numerous amendments and
substitutes intended to embarrass the passage
of this measure, it would unqucstonably have
been defeated in that body.
/, What will our friends up street do, shoule
this bill finally become law'
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

MEMPHIs, March 25.
The boiler of the steamer Pocahontas COL
laPsed on the 18th inst, about so miles above
Little Rock. Full particulars of the disater have
not yet reached us.
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

The Washington correspondent of the New
York Times states that it is generally supposed
at the capltal that Congress will adjourn early
in June.
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07
- ---I-7----T---s---
NUMBER 81.
From tbe San Francisco Herald.
Our GEORGETOWN correspondence.

GEoRGETowN Feb. l2, 1859.
EDITOR HERALD On Sunday last four men,
who have been engaged in mining for some time
past, near Peru, six miles from this place, start
ed on bear hunting expedition TO a place
known Mosquito Canon, and after hunting
together several hours without success they
separated, agreeing to meet at night at the spot
where they had left their animals. One Of the
men named Broddus not returning TO camp that
night, his companions became alarmed and com
mencad an active search for him early the fol.
lowing morning. After search of an hour or
two they discovered his trail which led up the
side of the mountain. Here the party separat
ed, two of the men following the trail and the
third takinga different track. The two mt N
had proceeded but short distance on the trail
when they came suddenly Oh hole in the side
of the mountain in which was enormous bear
and two cubs. In an instant she as upon them,
and striking one of the men named Jabine to the
earth commenced tearing him in shocking
manner. His companion Immediately fired on
the bear, wounding her severely, but it was not
until the other man, who from short distance
had heard the firing, had come up and several
more shots had been fired, that they were able
to rescue poor Jabine.
The bear retreated to the chapparal falling
two or three times before reaching cover, and
was found to be horribly mutilated. Botn jaw
bones were broken, the right cheek torn away,
tongue torn out, the mouth torn to the left ear,
one of his ribs broken, and his arms and chest
severely bitten. One of the men Immediately
brnug ht horse on which they placed the wound
ed man and were about to start with him, when
they perceived the body of Broddus few yards
distant. He was quite dead The face was SO
dreadfully mangled as to be scarcely recogn,z-
able. The under jaw was entirely gone and the
right limb torn from the body. His rifle lay
near him. the cap exploded but his companions
did not examine 1T was discharged. They
left the body and conveyed Jabine to the Col
umbia Hotel, near Peru, where he now lies, aud
although alive his physician informed me, lie
could not recover A party of miners started
yesterday to bring in the BODY of Broddus -
He was from near Columbia, Boon county, Mis-
souri,, where he leaves wife and six children
Jabne is from Charlton county, Missouri, and a
single man.
Very Respectfully Yours, G.
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

Rrssh-Acc"un's are alleged to have been
received at St. Petersburgh of an important sue
cess Of the Russian army in the Caucasus.
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

1t is said at Washington, that Senator Dougs
las has consented tn throw his strength for
Buchanan, because, if Gen. Cass should get the
nomination, it would, in any event, prevent the
Northwest from receiving 1t in 1856; whereas,
,y going for Mr.. Buchanan, Mr.. Douglas
stands well for the next election -ButFal0 EI-
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07
r. SPOTTSWOOD.

MANUFACTURER Of Cents and Boys Clothing
lvl snlics share Of public patronage and hopes to
give satisfaction TO all who may be pleased favor him
with their custom.
shop No. II, o'Halloran's store, Main st.,
Dubuque, Iowa.
me l0 Ivy
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

The American Art Union of New York has
been declared to be an illegal I1ttery, by Re
corder Ttllon.
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07
PHILADEIpHIa March 81

PHILADELPHIA, March 81
The Jury, in the case of Matthias and Stus-
penski, for the murder of young Lehman rem
dered their verdict this afternoon that the
prisoner were guilty of murder in the first de-
gree.
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

y AIIlOISy Y n !
u to return his very hest thanks tn has friends
ID and the pnhc OF Dahaque and its vicinity, for the
vegy Hhesai patronage which they have bestowed him
~ - last fifteen years, in this city.
TAe PROPRIETOR would inform his friends and the
hic Of Dubuque, that he receives, about the 7t
every month"; the New York, Boston, Philadelphia,
ars LcA0n Reports Of Fashions from the best and
,usnsi onpstent fashionists in the world.
The husines of this establishment is entirely confined
- -s-asure trade"
:. Dubuque, April 30, 1851. If
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

The Irish citizens of Baltimore celebrated
St. Patrick's Day with becoming effect From
among the toasts, we select the following sentf-
ment:
The Memory If the Immortal Washington-
Whilst Liberty has temple on earth, and free
dom wo7shipper at her shrine, the virtues of
his heart will be remembered and his name be
lisped with pride and veneration.
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

LAFAYETTE EMMETT,
Attorney and Counsellor ut Law.
'ORNER of Wabashaw and Third streets, ST. Paul, IN
~ the Minnesota Democrat Building.
Sept. l3, lS5l.-+
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

0t ALBANY, March ~.
Judge Brown of the Supreme Court has de.
cided that the Canal law is unconstitutional
The action was brought upon note. Defend
an, pleaded that it was given solely in the pur-
chase of the canal revenue certificates. "Brown
decided that the act of July 10, 1851, is in its
material provisions in conflict with the Con-
stitution and void; that the Canal certificate
had no real or actual value aud never had. The
note was therefore without consideration and
void. Buff Republic.
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

Col MASON arrived in Chicago on Thursday
last Mr.. Neal is expected in few days.
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

We have no hesitation whatever,in pronounc-
ing the above altogether un.ounded, from begin
nlnr to end = Chicago .7rgus.
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07
PROFESSIONAL CARDS.
Dr.: F.; NJ: SHIELDS,

ID ESPECTFUDLY offers his professional services to
II the citizens Of Dubuque and vicinity. Office over
Deans store, three Doors below the American House,
where he may be found all times when profession
ally engaged
Dubuque, March 2f-dwly.
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

C The County Clerk Of Alemakee County
l. B. Hodges, writes to Contemporary, tha
those having business at Columbus, Allemakee
Co and desiring to use the U. S. mail, as me-
dunn for transacting that business, should star
their letters three months TN adrance There
must be something rotten in Denmark
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07
DIR. G. w. SCOTT,

CONTINUES TO PRACTICE THE VARIOUS
BRANCHES OF HIS PROFESSION.
OFFICE and residence Of Sixth and low
XXTfSHNt avail himself of every that may aid
w In restoring all arrangements of the human organ
zaon he has recently procured Of DR. c. b. Barets
which admirably adapted to the
of many forms ofdseass, to whsh many, who
are being daily treated, can attest.
Dubuque, Iowa, Feb. 6, lS49. 23-ly
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07
B. J. O'HALLORAN,
COMMISSION MERCHANT.

AND DEALERIH
FANCY AND STAPLE DRY GOODS READY MADE
CLOTHING, BOOTS AND SHOES,
Queens .scarc, Groceries, dnd Hard. sc0re &C.;
Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa.
&pFl
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07
VOLUME XII.
p. c. BOR L AND,
M ERCHANT TAI o r,

Corner Of Main and 4,h streets, opposite Tie
C.ty Hotel, Dubuque, Io,oa.
New York, Paris and l.onden reports Of Fashions
ceived every month from the 6rst fashionists in the
world. Jan 29-dwly
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

MAD-The editor of the Burlington Hawk
eye, is mad, mad, mad, because we dcnt hap
pen to admire Col. Fitz Henry Warren, as Sect
ond Assistant Post Master General
Well now, we are really sorry Mr.. Hawkeye
that We have got you in a pet but we certain,
ly cannot admire your model Assistant, and un-
less you keep your temper under better control
hereafter, We shall be forced to express the same
opinion of Yourself n
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07

JOHN d. JENNINGS, ATTORNEY ATLAW
AND DEALER IN
L A N y w A X X A n Il S.
OFFICE in Miners Express Building, Main Street
" Dubuque.
The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-04-07
CORN STARCH.

A additional supply Of this snperne article for Fan
"A iy use just received and for sale by
Aug. 20ly A. GILLESPIE