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The miners' express. (Dubuque, Iowa) 1849-1854, 1852-03-17
ST. JOSEPH'S FEMALE ACADEMY.
BY THE SISTERS OF CHARITY OF
THE BLESSED VIRGIN

! THE BLESSED VIRGIN
.4bont eight miles from Dubuque
situation of this academy is beautiful and pctnr-
esque the air IS pure and healthfu; calculated
improve the constitution and mpart new vicor to the
mind The course of education comprises orthopraply
fesa'ng, writing, arithmetic, grammar, composition, clio
enon geography, use Of the globes algebra French,
history, sacred and profane; chronology, mythology
chemistry astronomy, music, piano forte, Guitar,
Inc sisters embody in their educational course all
that may he found useful in modern Improvement and
natural resources of the mind They endcavor TO
one morality and literature that each NAV happily
oonspre TO the progress and advancement cf th other
hey STUDY 10 unite with the ordinary 60 Of afnca
fion the more refined and the more
menfs Of the mind; being fully persuaded that mere
scentinc education becomes pedantrv unless ac-
companed with graceful address, with that ease and
elegance OF manners which always bespeak highly cu,.
tivated mind, and which are found next 10 viruc rho
most noble endoWments Of the mind-tie most precious
ornament of the female character.
Young ladies Of every religious denomination are ad
nttcd into this academy where especial Is taken
that no influence blasts their religious but
Is hecessar Cor the good government every
regulations of external worsI..,.
Those forms and SO mich prizcd and nr,c
cea N polite society, arc strictly nculcated yet care is
taken to prevent these ceremonies from
Grating into those extravagant compl nts which
neither meaning in their form sincerity in their
tensions. sBfks@ II ~
The system of education pursued in this aecaden,v
calculated to remove that painful disgust generally OK
Perenced by young minds in the pursuit of their studies
pills than d'sagreeahle task or firesome duty.
No excrtions are spared by the ssfs. npart the
minds of their pupils suc G. information a
sha proye in after life in. suabe 20 socie
w. an undranabe source of pure delight themselves
u 'nem from that dangerous intercourse which
Gated. e " '''o "'i0uu-
"oa'u anu E G.,on per annam, 500 90
s, ~ as,ng per an m 500
csn;,,r nar "s ~ p'""o pei q"a'ei' 10 90
Astronomy and use Of sloses. philo,ounv Char. 10 90
istFy and Botany, M
Drawing and painting. 90
90
Payments nMst be made IN adrancc
Persons residing at distance are required to have
responsible agent m the city of Dubuque. s5 -
No reduction made in the case Of children heir with
cases Of sickness. -s
All letters be directed (post paid) to Mother .ry
Frances Clarke, 81. Josephs. Dubuque. s - =
Ssoss 81 Lous Matches, warranted article now in
sso.e, and for sale verylov by ) % ! -
Sept - EMEkeoN SHIELDS.
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af5s DR.. CHRisTiE'S
GALVANIC NECKLACE

Is used for all complaints affecting the Throat or
Head, such as Bronchitis Inflammation OF the Throat
Nervous and Sick Headache, Dizziness OF the Head,
Neuralgia in the Face, Buzzng or Roaring in the
distressing complaint called lie boloreux. $50 z!
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G. Il. WEST.
STORAGE FORWARDING AND COMMISSION
MERCHANT.
On the Lerce, Dubuque, Io,oa,
VNIIoLEsALE and retail dealer in foreign and do
w mestic Fruits, Candies, Nuts, Spices, Family
Groceries, Produce and Provisions, Ornamental and
Fruit Ttrees, Plants Evergrcens Shrubbery; Grass
Garden and Flower Seeds, &c. &c.
NIB STEAMBOATS,, Hotels, and Private Families, fur
nished With good articles al the lowest market prices
and delivered free of charge.
The undersigned would inform the public generally
that he has strong and permanent enclosure with the
necessary sheds and accommodations, ad Joining his
warehouss at the steamboat landing in Dubuque for
the convenience of those having catle horses, sheep
and hogs to ship and from this point also for
commodaton OF farmers and others coming to Dubuque
with loaded teams
Aay and gram kept conssatly hand and for sale
reasonable low prices. CIR. WEST.
Dubuque, May 2s, 1851
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NE w S 7 o r f.

Just opening, taco doors ADORE the FAX. ,.
r AIDES, GENTLEMEN, MISSES and BOYS, in
IL city and country, respectfully invited to call and
examine my goods; consisting in part as follows:
DRY IND STAPLE GOODS,
Such French and American cloths and cassimeres;
sancts; white, red and domestic HARNESS. black and
brown muslns; Prints large and fine assortmen bats,
wadding cotton yarn, drillings stripes checks, &C.
SILK MI DRESS GOODS,
Embracing silk goods of every description and ladies'
dress goods of the latest styles and patterns, with rnges
and trimmings suit the colors. Bonnes, good
ment, with ribbons, Innings, arhcials. and plimes;
with full assortment of white goods, such worked
collars, chcmzetes, mslns, grapes linen hankerchles
linens, &c. -. .E
GROCERIES.
full and complete stock always on hand. "
BOOTS AND SHOES.
You will find in my Stock gentlemens boots and brogans
of every quality Ladies' misses and chiIdrens boots and
shoes of every style. ~ POOL. .-
QUFENSWHRE. ..
in thisbranch am confident shah please my customers
have purchased goods in the eastern markets. and
intend to sell them as low no sewest Of the
ans. J. G.. WEATHEEBY.
Dnbuqne, Sept. "a. 1851.
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CERTIFICATES AND TESTIMONIALS
OF the most Undo uhtesf Character,
From all parts of the country conld be given sun.
cient to I'LL every column in this pzpcf. lsfg r.
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Ohio Fruit and Seed store, No. G7

.1ld1n olfee1, DU0HqHe, 70acn.
You will not only find Choice Selection of Seeds at this
Establishment but almost every article Of Foreign and
Domestic Fruits, Green Dried and Preserved. Nuts,
Candies Spices, Tea, Colf Sugar, Pepper, Spice Gin
GER Saleratus Tobacco, snuff, Soap, Candles Powder
Shot, Lead Starch, Indigo, Pipes, Cane Stems, Cigars
Cod Fish, Salmon, Herring, Poultry, Vegetables
kept constantly hand, and will be sold bap. will
in conclusion, that keep almost every article desired
for family use for the supply of ST Boats, and win
be happy furnish all at reasonably low prices. All
articles purchased will be delivered with and dis
patch any place within the City il desired, free of
charge Keep Horse and Carriage exprg ssy for that
purpose CIR. WEST
Dubuque, LIST March, 1851 NOES
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SHOT GUNS. RIFLES AND PISTOLS.
Nam street, corner 9th, Dubuque.

AIOUlD respectfully inform his fri nds and the pub
w lie that he keeps constantly hand and for sale
fine and good assortment of shot guns singc and double
barres and pistols which he will warrant to be rs good
as can be found in the West lie has also on hand fine
of OF rifle barrels which he wilt finish order and ar
rant TO be equal to any made
Thankful for the lib raj patronage hitherto bestowed
IN him he would respectfully solicit continuance Of the
same.
Repairing Of all kinds in his line neatly and promptly
executed. Locks and scales made and repaired. All
work warranted TO give satisfaction.
tune 25
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New Grocery and Provision

Corner ffnin and GM streets, Dubuque. Iosca.
TINE undersigned are receiving a fun stock o.
Groceries, consisting in part Of Sugar, Coffee Tea
Salt Rice, Mnlasses Cheese, Fish, Rasins Dried Fruit
Candles, and all other articles usually found in Grocery
and Provision Stores.
Cash paid for Corn, oats, and produce generally
Goods bought of win be delivered free of cha H in
any part of the city.
We respectfully ask old friends and the public gen
eneray To give us a call. MASE & MORRISON.
May 81. ~
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H OF Ell s.
CITY HOTEL.
CORNER OF FOURTH AND MAIN STREETS,

CORNER OF FOURTH AND MAIN STREETS,
DUBUQUE, IOWA.
~v.-n, THIS well known hotel formerly occupied
Msi.s.1 by A. II. Miller, has been leased for term al
si, years. by the subscribers, and thoroughly s1nt
-.rA.A vatcd and newly furnished, is now open Tor inc
reception of the travelling community and public
rally. The proprietors having had extensive cxner
in this business confidently fatter themselves thai
they give entire satisfaction all who may favor them
with a call
This hotel is situated high healthy, central ann
convenient part of the City, and directly on the street
leading to the steamboat landing, and Immediately in the
centre the business part the city The best Of sta
bling attached the ous where at all times can be bad
Carriages, Bugges Horses, etc., on the most reasonable
terms
We have also established extensive Reading Room
where have file Thc Papers, from all parts OF the
United States furnished with the "latcs news' from
every quarter of the Globe.
Passengers and baggage convey to and from the boats
free Of charge. &c. HEWITT.
Dec lily
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iowa Shoe Store.
ID. I'd T. CA n H.
b<,Jo p.

Shoes, Leother, Findings, &c.
. MAIN STREET, DUBUQUE,
Sign of the Big Boot,
s-f11 IS NOW receiving at his Store the largest and
ON most varied assortment of goods belonging to his
QS. business, that has been brought To this place
They selected under his ful supervision
at the ntacories in the East. Buyers may depend
upon finding, at his Store, EVERY VARIETY OF
STOCK connected with the trade--no matter what
quality style may be wanted heavy light fancy
common low or high price, for Men, Women, and
Misses Boys and chdren's wear-it can be had the
Shoe Store Come and see FOR yourselves call where
you may expect get without trouble, what You
IN the Shoe line.
ALSO large full and complete assortment of Leather
and Findings.
The LADIES will please keep in mind his large and
desirable selection of various qualities and colors Of
Mutfs, &c.
The experience of fire years. in the above business in
Dubuque, enables the suhscfiD TO und rsand fully the
wants of the public. Ii has been, and still is, his de-
sire TO conduct his business fair aud honorable prn
cplcs form for himself honest and upright char
acter and by such ans, TO retain the patronage Of
his old friends and largely to incr the circle
his new acquaniances, always has be and still will
be, his ighest aim. 9r1y~Remember the = e Store
d. tCKE'.
Sept. 25. d1w-wly.
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PlOw ManufactOry

PlOw Mandatory.
THE Subscriber has established himself Dubuque 70
the purpose of manufacturing
PLOWS OF ALL SIZES,
From the ghtest horse draugh to the largest Prairie
Plow,
He offers inducements in the cheapness and durability
of hts pows. which always to be with
home.
Old Plows repaired on the most reasonable terms.
Shop Fifth below Man, in Ogilve's carpenter
(an IS5I-tf17) o. RORAS.
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NO BACK OUT ABOUT
G, w. Burton & Co,

TNHEY and will work for little pay any
l. house in Dubuque, and THEY pETERM 10 sell
their entire stock of Dry Goods and winter clothing,
sisting Of French and English mernos apacas mosln de
ans, gnghas and large variety of silk goods, popns
&C. Blankets and cloth overcoats dress COATS Cashmere
and satncts pana!oons ofevcry variety hats
&C., at Eastern cost. T..
THEY cHALLEsGE THE cHrApE ST and will sell without
reserve until s. arch next. =
All those wishing TO buy goods for less money than
be found any other house in Dubuque respectful
invited 10 call at the north end of the NAPLES House and
learn the truth of the above statement
Jan I5-dwly G. w. BURTON.
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DUBUQUE FERRY.

THIS old established ferry-thc only authorized
i opposite the cty-is now under the control of the
undersigned. No pains money will he spared in max
ing ferry worthy of public favor. The mail crosses
daily at this ferry and persons rely at all times upon
being crossed over comfortably and in safety. - q
Good stabling and other accommodations provided
for travellers who may wish stop for the night the
Illinois side of the river.
This ferry is at the Western terminus Of the Centre
Railroad and every preparation hasbeen made deserve
the increased patronage anticipated - ~
AI.GREGOIRE
Dubuque, May 7, 1851 CHARLES BoGY
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L q OK OUT
NNA MN.

HAVING located myself permanently IN he CITY Of
L 4 Dubuque and being DESTROYS of seeing the place
prosper, and the citizens Of the State enabled to make
money, and that may have for my spring and
summer stock of goods. which am determined SHAH
please the eye, and TICKLE the fancy, have concluded
that the people shall have 80 -
"a Rare Chance for Good Bargains"
Consequently have determined sell the remainder of
my Fall and Winter stock on hand not exactly a
Cost. buta :.
Little Cheaper than those ,cho arc Selling at
.ss-sst Cost.
respectfully request all those who are indebted b,
me to call their bills all made out, but ExrnEME
MopEsrr prevents me presenting them,
sT - ssls.l II. THOMAS,
Nearly opposite the NAPLES House.
r. Lnnntry Merchants will make money by calling
a. my 60, were selected with eye single thcrin
Lerest. - = Jan l2.-dw by
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TO THE GENT EMEN
Ready Made Clothing.

=" w AZ ILO 70 W.,
FASHIONABLE CLOTHING ROOM
is the place for Gentlemen who wish to be fitted in
the latest and best STYLE have the
LARGEST AND BEST STOCK IN TIE WEST.
I'll kinds of coats panrs vests, Shirts cravats drawers
ETC., etc. His
BOOT AND SHOE DEPARTMENT
cannot be equaed in Iowa, having just received some
20U Mems and Boys Boots and Shoes all of the
very best selected stock, and no trash among them.
HATS AND CAPS.
complete of the most fashionable styles of
Hats and Caps, which will he sold very cheap.
FAMILY GROCERIES,.
choice 10, Of coffee, tea, and salt, bouch,
expressly or reta radc pepper and spices generay in
fact, everything that is needed in he Grocery line
The fact ia, call at P. NAPLES & CO.., for every thing,
his stock OF Goods will show for itself.
6nPNo trouble to show Goods.
Dubuque. Oct. 6-lydw P. NAPLES & co
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Urp-@poos Me.
II. w APLES s. CO.,
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL
~~1 - HR - NE GDGDOM


W. ~ ME &c H& dD0DNA,
UNDER THE H.aPLEs HOUSE.
WE WOULD beg leave to say thai am now prepared
furnish quantity and quality Of goods of every dcs
cription, at Yhocsate or Retail
have now on hand $4,000 worth of
Hry Goods aMd ClotliinE.
Boots Shoes hats and caps hhds sugar, SO barrels mo
asses $50 bags coffee, 500 bags salt and all kinds OF
GROCERIES,
boxes Of fresh teas direct from the east fine tapestry
lngrain threepy and Brussels carpeting, window cur
tans Spoons and every thing needed by housekecp-
ers, from cellar to garnet. ..s1. 4. . ..--....e
Having spent all the summer in the east, selecting my
goods wherever could lind ttem cheap am able to give
better bargains than ever have complete assortment
OF Goods dsS chh ,S SG, IfnsE French and American
TO TIE LADIES.
Having been east for the last three months, is now
prepared 10 furnish the Ladies Of Iowa. Illinois and Wis
SPLENDID ASSORTMENT OF GOODS
offered for sale IN the West
CARPETS.
lngran three ply and BRUSSELS of tie latest patterns
from the manufactures drucgetts and tabe-co'ers
" " SHAWLs, &c,
large stock of shawls, from 81 25to SIG fashionable
bnnets of the very material and made 10 order by
the most fashionable Mners in Philadelphia; also, a
great variety of Ladies' shvevef coats and fancy siiR
''' ' LADIES, MUFFs
The best assortment brought to the Coz" rom 75c
to sig. .,. II ...
DRESS GOODS.
French English and German mermoes, from Acc to 81 so
per Yard muslin dc ancs OF very rich styles, from l5c
to 81 IS; ALSO cashmers alpaceas and prints OF every
quality.
r LAMPS. -.....r
My Lamp and G,randoe Department is not cqualled in
Iowa. every style and quality, and warranted
SILVER PLATE.
Tca dessertand table Spoons FORKS &c., Of the best quail
ty, and warranted.
rich article of Window Curtains, something new and
very beautiful
Looking Classes extra large sizes and very CHEAP
a beautiful assortment Of Wall and Window Paper
both French and American.
Ladies' Shoes the latest quality of Philadelphia man
u,cur which is understood to be the best in the United
States; ALSO Chlrens and Misses in endless variety.
Fancy Goods of cvcry description style and quality
trimmings etc. and factnearly every thing that's wan
ted.
shall be happy to have the pleasure of showing my
goods thu Ladies. all times and would respectfully
say the married Ladies who wish to furnish their hou
scs with the and cheapest styles of goods to give
CALI and you who expect to be married soon, now
is the time to make good selection.
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SWANS HOTEL,

Iowa City.
IN subscriber, and proprietor of the above
House, would inform the public, that he has taken
possession said establishment and prepared toaccom
modate travelling community transient or regular
boarders viii endeavorto give general satisfaction.
CHAS. J. SWAN.
nConnected with the above establishment Is large
and extensive Livery Stable where strangers all
mes be accommodated with conveyances any part OF
ecountry. May l6, lS49 Silly.
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John e. Smith 4 Co.
Town Lots for Sale.

offer for sale VERY C.sH, the undivided hal
OF two four aero out lots, Nos 742 743; Lot No &c.
upon which reside and Lot No 81 containing 81 acres
and about 400 yards w Of the residence of Hon.
George w Jones, 1900
These lots desirable on every account being convc
nien 10 the city ard having beautiful groves and rich soil
Tor gardening purposes residences they canpo,
be surpassed either in point of beauty location,
81 Perfect titles guaranteed, Apply me or TO Corke
~ q Jones, .t4 JOHN hc(OIIJSs
Dubuque, Feb u, 652d&wlw
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Take Particular Notice.

HAVE this day sold r. II. Conger my stock Of Goods
To all those indebted to say come in and settle
immediately, Absolutely necessary and can be arotdsG
Deians are dangerous both to YUa and me.
Aug 90 w +. WIGITMAN.
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Dubuque Il Sageville Plank RO:td
ALL PERSONS who have subscribed stock i'm this
Road arc hereby requested pay the DUE up
this time. Further time cannot be given, large
amount is rea,redto pay for the grading dune.
The third ,nstalmcnt of 20 per cent. is due and
must be paid during this week.
By order of Board.
Dec. l.-tf ..P. FARLEY, Urea
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GOLD REGIONS.
COUNCIL BLUFFS AGENCY

NJ ES Elk NIX ~
THIS Ferry, chartered by the Legislature of Iowa
l. has been in successful operation for the last
wears, and given general satisfaction the heavy emf
grafton satisfaction to California 1t is the best
ing the Missouri river tn the State of Iowa. Proof
dollars worth of property has been lost by
those crossing here 1t the nearest and best roNte
California Pr0of the first emgrants that arrived al
Sacra last season, made the trip from Council
Bluffs in SIS days. tits the healthiest routeonly three
of cholera occurred the north side of Platte
river last season, whilst the south side some five
six hundred graves show conclusivcly the fearful
ravages of this terrible disease.
For further information printed certificates pub
lshed letters, Clayton's guide and best maps
Everything needed by the emigrant can be had IA
Council 9uffs and Kanesville fair an,
other crossing place the Missouri river
WHEELING, CLARK & CO.
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office to Tobacco tkeWers.
.Noso Landing off the Steamer 6 Lan,artine,"
n BOXES BEsr CHEWING TOBACCO direct from
~ the Manufacturers, in Large and Small Boxes or
al Retail, to Purchasers. For Sale by
Sept 20-t. EMERSON & SHIELDS
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LEMON SYRUP AND LEMONS.
q BOXES superior Lemons and concentrated eu,on
- Syrup received by DESCELLES 4 MICHEL
July 30, '5l-ly.
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The State Of Iowa.
Thomas Sullivan, plaintiff,
Rcbeeca Eads, (widow of Ahner
Eads, deceased,) Harriet finklr,
Abn r y Eads, & Rebecca Gregg
children Of said Ahner Eads deed
aud John w Hamlin, Cor,elia A
Hanlin, Harriet l. Hamlin, Grin
Hsniin Abner Hamn, mi
heirs Of Margaret Hamn, dc'd
ard all ohers interested in the cs-
tate of said deceased, defendants
The said defendants will please take notice that there
file in this District Court Of Delaware county. State
of Iowa, tie petition OF said Sullivan, claiming against
them that they be ordered and decrccd make deed
the w IA Of 5 w IA Of section IS, 4 80 range W,
IL Of IA of 26, Z" s.
E l-2 of IA of Vi, "" !"
NEl-4 fNEl-4of IS, e." I"
and that if they fail do that decree be entered that
they be forever barred from setting up any claim said
lands, aRd for 9TH and further relief
Also that unless you the said efe ndans, appear and
plead answer sand petition before the morning
Of the Sd day Of May, 1852, default will be emit rcd
against you, and judgment rendered thereon.
SMITH & McKINIAY,
Feb II, ls524w Alt'ys for plt,f.
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1tlisffllanfoMs.
FIRE! FIRE.! FlRE!!!
- vOUR PROPERTY INSURED!

Is YOUR PxOFL LIS Il ANSONGD'
OWE Undersigned is Asen, for that old substantial
Company, the
UNION INSURANCE COMPANY,
Of Pom Plain New York, with capital Of 10000.
dise Of every description transported either ny .a "
water; mills, barns and tenement OF any
,ihar in town country, In either OF the above
tAISO HAVE THE AGENCY VI the
Mutual LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY,
AZ Row York. IS Wall street, with net accumulated
fand Of \ 200, 900, and the
xET YORK LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY,
,os broadway corner Of Pine street. Risks taken
Nfe from one hundred to ten thousand dollars.
Ofhce a. the store Of Johnson q bunting, No. ~
Main 81, Dubuque
October ;, ls5l-dwly.
Large wholesale & retail House.
HENRY G7RTRELL
VryoULD respectfully to the ci,i,ene OF lM
w huaue and the Surrounding country, that l have
now in etcfe one the extensive and well rejected
soeks Of serchandizs that the largest Eastern ouss
coGld produce.
.i.r:rEX 4 LIST BELOW.
Comprising portion Of mys,ock, to which particular
a,fention l. invited Ladies' Dress Goods variety
q Plain Figured and Changeabic eks and Satns, to-
sether with large quantity OF Black siiks lnoa ana
Turkey Satins. OF Summer Dress GoOos
also superior French Lace Caps and Collars; very Sc
lect assortment Parasol Ladies' Kid Gloves, and elk
a LARGE STOCK OF STAPLE and DO
.MESTIC GOODS.
Ny stock Of fns Groceries, naitcr myself that
lean ssl 4 shade lower than the market price. can
] Aak 70 prove the TACT.
aalyg G. GAR TKELL