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May &c.
yARA; OR, THE CHILD OF ADOPTION.
I2m0. Price 81.


TT is the history Of adopted child and such his
tory must soften the heart and awaken tho pity
of every reader. 1t is story and yet sermon
Taking the little Vara by the hand and leading her
through the corridors of eventfu life, it leaves up
on the mind genial and lasting impression, which
will prove of service. We hope to see it circulated
widely.-Bnfalo Express.
We predict for it an immense sale, and venture to
announce the author worthy addition to the few
distinguished American authors. As a work Of art,
place it high. Independently Of any aim Of plot,
tho language is both chase and ornate, frequently
pathetic often humorous. Tho characters are drawn
with great skill and find originals in mind
who seem to be hero carefully pictured-Neaoayk
Daily.
tale Of exquisite pathos.- Wactman.
Written with remarkable spirit.-PresJyterlan
The book win be found profitable in every pious
family Christian Chronicle
A pure and evangelical spirit runs through the en-.
tire work.-Nelc York Observer.
Just published by
ROBERT CARTER 4 BROTHERS,
New York.
Dy- This work will be sent by mail, postage pre-
paid to those who send us dollar. May 3l-3t
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STRAYED OR STOLEN i

ON Tuesday night, May 23d, from the premises OF
~ Henry Powell, in Mantua, six two year old
Steers One large rough made steer, grayish color
with short tail aud ears and long claws on tho hind
feet. Two red and white (spotted steers, very fine
looking for their age but rather small. and Of
them cross eyed One principally white, showing a
The other two rather inferior; one dark brndle and
tho other light rcd. Any person finding such Steers,
giving information where they may be found shall
be entitled to liberal reward, by dropping line to
GOULD. Hudson, Summit county, Ohio or to
HENRY POWELL, Mantua, Portage county, Ohio.
Hudson, May 30, 1854 June 9-2t
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KANSAS AND NEBRASKA.

TN PRESS, the History and Geography of tho Ter
i ritories Of Kansas and Nebraska with an account
Of tho Native Tribes, and the emigration now in
progress thither, with Map Prepared with tho as
sstance of the officers of the Emigrant Aid Society,
from unpublished documents and from the travels
of tho French voyagers Lewis and Clarke, Pike Long
Bonneville, Fremont, Emory, Albert, Stevens, and
others.
BY EDWARD L. HALE.
To be comprised in ono volume, duodocime, and
published under the sanction of the Emigrant Aid
Society.
The work will be issued in August Price, in
muslin, rs cents; in paper covers Sc cents.
ly- Orders from tho trade respectfully solicited
PHILLIPS, SAMPSON, d CO.,
July 24--2aw4w Publishers, Boston.
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NEW VOLUME OF GODEY's LADY's BOOK.
CONNIE ncement Of the Second Quarter Of Century
Something Very Fine!

commencement oil the seconu Quurtef OF Senturyi
Something Very Fine!
TINE July Number Of Godey's Lady . Book is pub
i lished, and contains, as usual, greater assort
ment OF articles for Ladies' not only for show but USE
than can BIO found in any other periodical in the
world.
The unrivalled Colored Fashions to be found in
no other publication Front for Lady's Cabinet
Children's Dresses.-The Medora and Zulima Man
ties Embroidery, with Cord.-Insertion for Shirt
Fronts Embroidery for Shirts.-Braid Patterns
Godoys Course of Lessons in Drawing The Wild
Flowers of the Month.--Tho Papyrus--The Peignor.
Basques, Chemsottes, and Under Sleeves.-Bonnct
PreserverInitial Lottcrs.C Chestnut Basket for the
Centre Table. - Coral-broidored Handkerchief
Braid Pattern.---H Head Dresses, 40.
A Splendid Line Engraving, Noah and TIE Dove
Gallantry -Musc.--A Day at Ship Yard, with
EngraviDgs. House, with Engravings.
Of Colunbus.-G odey's Invaluable and Seasonablo
Recipes Confeotionary.-Ic Creams and Puddings.
15- This No. will be sent on receipt Of rs cents.
TERMS
One copy, ono year So
Two do do. 5
Five copies, ono yoar, and extra copy to. tho
person sendiAg the club 10
Eight copies ono year, do. do. do. 10
Eleven copies, one year, do do. do. 20
10 Godey's Lady's Book and Arthur's Home
Magazine win both be sent one year for $3.50.
L. A. Cooley,
Juno l9-3t No. l13 Chestnut ST. Phil.
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PLAN OF ENDOWMENT OF GENEVA HALL.
TIME Board of Trustees at their meeting held May
i 8, 1854, adopted the following plan of Endow-
ment:
L. The payment of $40 shall cndow single schol-
arshp which will ontitls tho subscriber to the tuition
of ono student during four years
2. The payment Of $25 shall endow single schol-
arshp which will entitle the subscriber to tho tuition
of student during the entire course six years.
including the preparatory studies
8. The payment Of So shall cndow a family schol-
arshp which shall cntitlc the bscrber to the tuition
Of his own sons those of any family he may desig-
nate or to the tuition amounting to twelve years Of
any students he may select
4. The payment Of 800 shall endow n scholarship
for forty years. shall entitle the subscriber to the
tuition, amounting in all to forty years, of such
persons as he may select.
Subscriptions on the above conditions, shall not
be binding subscribers, shall the College be
required to fulfil its part of the contract until
from $50 900 to $50 900 shall have been subscribed;
at which time the books shall be closed the subscrip
tions become due and bear interest and the subscri
bcrs shall then be entitled to the privileges of schol
arships, as above stated.
The Trustees will then issue certificates, signed by
the President and Secretary of the Board guaranty
ing to the subscribers the privileges above
ted according to their respective subscriptions, which
subscriptions shall be transferable as other property:
Provided always That notice be given of their trans
for and these certificates shall be delivered to tho
subscribers upon the payment of their subscriptions
The subscribers will not be required to pay their
subscriptions until theee months notice shall have
been given in tho public papers
By order of the Board of Trustees of Geneva Hall.
done this 9Th day Of May, 1854.
President Of Board of Trustees.
J. B. JOHNSTON,
Juno 90 Secretary ofths Board.
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MRS H. B. STOVES NEW WORK.
SUNNY MEMORIES OF FOREIGN LANDS

D00k o. ITdUeS
'DY Mrs. II. BEECHER STOWE, Author Of Uncle
ID Toms Cabin. Comprised in two volumes, duo
decimo. Illustrated with nearly one hundred highly
finished wood sngravings, from designes by Billings
Price two dollars.
The public, VIII have been wcaried with the peru
sal of countless books of travel, taking the Same
beaten paths will be surprised at the freshness and
absorbing interest with which this gifted author has
invested the subject From the voyage to the re-
turn, the reader follows her guidance with unques
tionng delight
10 Copies sent per mail, post paid, on receipt of
two dollars. For sale by all Booksellers.
PHILLIPS, SAMPSON, 4 CO.,
July 24-2aw4w Publishers, Boston.
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BATCHELOR,S HAIR DYE.

DATCHEL0R'S Celebrated Improved Hair Dye,
ID which il warranted to change any coored hair
to glossy jet black or brown, Internationally, with
out any injury to the skin
WEST INDIA BAY RUM.
Just opening, superior article Of doubledstilled
West India Bay Rum-a most refreshing article to
battle the face and head with in hot weather.
Cologne, in quart, pint, and pint bottles--a
cheap and fine article for family
LACE MITTS--ELEGANT FANS.
A full assortment Of black embroidered lace mitts,
with and without half fingers, long and half long
FANS! FANSl! FANS!!l
Also opening new assortment Of elegant, latest
style, Paris Fans with Pearl. Ivory. Bone and Wood
Sticks. PARkERS
Perfumery, Comb, and Fancy Store,
July 15-3t under National Hotel
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May 2.
NEW GOODS.

NEW GOODS.
DARKER, at his Perfumery and Fancy Store, un-
i der the National Hotel, Pa avenue, just open.
ing and complete stock Of Goods, consisting, in
part, of
Ladies and Gents Paris Kid Gloves all sizes and col
PERFUMERY.
Extracts from the houses of Lubin and Provost Paris
and Harrison, Philadelphia;
Genuine German Cologne Pomatum, Beuf Marrow (;
Cold Cream, Macsssar Oil, w. /. Bay Rum;
Lows Brown Windsor Soap, Cleaver's Honey Soap;
Lubins Rose and Musk Soaps;
Taylors Transparent Balls, &C., &c.
BRUSHES.
English, French, and American Hair Brushes, in one
hundred different patterns;
/, 2, 3, 4, and 5 row Tooth Brushes, London made,
for our sales expressly;
Nail and Cloth Brushes 1c., TO-, de-
COMBS
Tuck Combs, latest Paris styles
She'll Buffalo English cold pressed Horn and India
Rubber Dressing Combs;
John Fcn's premium ivory fine teeth Combs, and
Pocket Combs.
FOR SHAVING.
Gucrlains, Rorssels, and Harrison sShaying Cream
Military Cakes, and all other Shaving Soaps;
Badgers hair Shaving Brushes, very superior.
PARKERS PREMIUM RAZOR STR0P.
WASHINGTON March IL, l849.
We the undersigned, having fairly tested Parker :
uetaiAlc NhloI Gbfop EOWueTs 10 winch Tug
Institute has awarded premium take great pleasure
in certifying that will keep the Razor in fine smooth
shaving order, without the use Of homo.
]. MACPHERSON BERRIEN, " s. Senator.
w. w SEAroN, Mayor Of Washington.
w. s. ARCHER, House OF Representatives.
Rev. T. M. PEAsK, Washington City
THOMAS J. RUsK, u. States Senator.
Hiram waIbridgc, ESQ, New York city.
RAZ0RS.
Wade A Butchers Of our own importation;
Tally -Ho, from IS cents 70 $l25 each.
Razors imported TO order, and all warranted.
Jan. I'D
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PHILOSOPHICAL AND CHI ENIICAL APPA-
RATUg

TIME subscriber manufactures almost all kinds of
L apparatus, and will always be happy to CORES
pond with such as may need anything in that line
Having been for years practical teacher of these
sciences he has unusual advantages in knowing the
actual wants Of teachers. Price catalogues sent,
gratis, application. Goods shipped to all parts of
the United States and Cauadas
He refers, by permission, to Professor J. Foster of
Union College, N. Y; Rt. Rev A. Potter Bishop Of
Penn. c. b. WARNING, A. M
June 29-26t Pouehkecpsie. New York.
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FOR sALY.

A GOOD Stock Farm. of 100 acres, with dwelling,
n orchard, spring, 40, all seeded in grass grain,
near to Bloomington, Indiana, the seat Of Indiana
University, oftwo Female Colleges and other schools
Terms easy. Also, IL miles west Of this. good Mill
Seat, with abundant water, good timber. numerous
customers and poor MILL feeby grinding and saw
ing now This viii either sell or let on shares to
a man competent to erect good mi-a rare open
ing for skill with small capital. Address mo at
Bloomington, Indiana. M. M. CAMPBELL.
I.r
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no, HO! YOU ARE G CITING GRAY!
ARE YOU?

VTTELL, THAT is A MISFORTUNE, and not a
wv crime; but to remain gray when it is unfash-
ionable, and fine opportunity offers to restore
your rich ambrosial locks, in all their pristine
vgor and beauty, in three minutes, without injury
to the hair skim by applying John A. Jenes' I'm.
proved National Hair Dye is but little short of crime
Therefore don't delay. Applied and for sale by tho
original inventor Of Liquid Hair Dye in this country
JOHN A. JONES,
% East Baltimore ST.. bet. Front and High.
10 Also, for sale at all the respectable Druggists
and Fancy Stores in every city and town throughout
the Union. April Is.
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g5- We arc again publishing advertisements Of
Az er's Cherry Psctoral. This medicine is taking
very strong hold upon the good opinion of the people
1t Is regarded generally most excellent remedy
for Pulmonary Complaints, Coughs, and Colds.
Having found 1t an excellent medicine, we cheer
fully endorse it-Miscslkany, Detroit.
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TO THE CONSUMERS OF DRY GOODS
Hhn Ceek their SnnnIiss m MR. Mnrklf

TO THE CONSUMERS OF DRY GOODS
Who Seek their Supplies IN our MARKET.
ONE PRICE ONLY. Wo are now in our NEW
" STORE which was erected expressly for us. We
think il tho most comfortable and best lighted store
in the city and with increased room facilities
and experience, deemed quito ample, we shall deal
largelyin
FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC DRY GOODS,
ofevery STYLE oil Of the best qualities and for which
we shall have price only.
We shall sell cheaper than over have done and
in having one price only (which, in our opinion, is
the only fair and equitable way Of doing busincss
shall maintain self-rospect, which is above all
price or success. Moreover, expect TO retain all
the trade of those prompt customers who have made
their purchases of us for years past and doubt
less VIC shall have large accession OF new customers
who prefer to buy whore fair prce only IS aSked
We feel that our simple word is requisite only to
satisfy our former customers that the price sys
tenn Is the correct one and to their advantage and
we do not hesitate to assert belief that all candid
and intelligent persons will, after an impartial exam
nation of prices, fabric and styles, give price
store the preference. Those who not judges Of
goods cannot fail to be impressed at with tho
manifold and vast advantages TO the purchaser
sulting from the adoption in good faih of the one
pcs system il necessarily nsurcs low prices to the
purchaser for il becomes absolutely necessary TO meet
nj the start all competition that can be offered in
prices.
Our scale Of prices win be so low and the profits so
small that We cannot and win not sell but for the
cash or to customers who pay promptly. Por those
who purchase Ueyy largely, or TO sell again, reduc
tions will be made
The public are cordially and most respectfully in
vitcd to call at all times and examine stock.
PERRY a BROTHER, Central Stores"
Jan I'D Top. Centre Markct) Washington City
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trump iii INC Unutcuugudy WOOuS.
One elegant limo vol, with illustrations. Price
NOTICES OF THE PRESS.
The author Of this book lie the editor Of the Albany
State Register, and among all our brother editors
know of none Of such rare fancy and humor in de-
pictng country life. Isaac Walton would have been
delighted to read such book and Christopher North
would be happy in inbaling such good-humored
sketches Of country sports. We have rarely read
anything instinct OF life and fun than this book
which is moro appropriate to the season Of sum.
mer and rural life.-N. y. Express.
Render, you have rich treat before you in the
pages Of this volume which comes before you with
interminabe changes, magnificent groves whose tall
trees have wthstood the storms of thousand years
luxuriant gardens fertile mesdows quiet lakes and
running brooks, hills, valleys, and mountains
multitude Of attractions to inspire new, enlarged,
fresh thoughts 10 the mind that is wcsried with tho
dull routine Of city life and dusty streets-Ph
adelphfa Courier.
1t Is so attractive that he who opens t. will roluc
family renquish it till he has followed the writer
the hills, the lakes and among the forest
streams Rochester AmertoaR.
1t is charming book for company on a summer
tour, and will hold prominent place among the lax
uries Of Htcraturc Troy Budget.
All the lovers Of the country and OF country life Of
rura scenery and Of nature in its wild grandeur Of
the sports Of the forest and the stream, should buy
this book and read it-Troy Tmes.
A book that win be greeted by sportsmen and ca
gcrly read by the lovers Of romantic adventure Such
readers win envy the authors happiness when they
find him pulling up the simple, uneducsted trout,
from those secluded lakes tipping the deer at
every shot snufing the fresh breeses Of those old
primeval mountains and hills; and listening to the
music Of the wild, wild soods.-Aa5nrR Journal
This il a charming volume One almost e els the
bracing freshness Of the lakes and forests he
over its graphic and sprigbtly pages. They alb
soutcly so bowching that to read them is not 10 be
content without rusticating = philadelphia Ne'cs.
His descriptions Of the forest the stream, the lake,
the meadow tho birds, and the blossoms, are spon-
tansous gushes-warm feelings set to the simple mu-
sc Of Saxon words. The suthor has not only tray-
eIed among the scenes be paints well but has
ricd with them until be has found all their
crets-B u6ato Express
IL is book TO keep awake in summer after-
and evenings conveys ing most chilly across
hills lakes, and forest streams and pointing all
that is worth seeing feeling. There Is much 70
up by wit and to thrill by daring In the book
and be who reads 1t and don't want 10 HE straight
OF 10 the country, may-rcad il through again and
see how mistaken man he Is Boston Bee.
1y- Copies sent by mail, post paid, on receipt Of
price or il can be ordered through any Bookseller
J, elderly, Publisher,
June rs. No Park Place, Now York.
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r.. G. wALBuRS a co.,

WHOLESALE and retail premium ready made
w shirt and collar mandatory, and gentemen's
furnishing store, Nos and North Sixth street Phil
adelphia On hand large assortment of shirts, col
lars dress stocks, gloves, hosiery, &c., which viii
sell at the lowest cash prices.
Shirts and wrappers made to order by measure.
ment, and warranted to give satisfaction.
WIN. W. KNIGH-
Jan. 30-3m X. @. WALDORF
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DIR. WESsELHOEFTs WATER CURE.

BRAT ILEbUhUUuEl FEhMUNIt
A LII rumors to the contrary, continues to receive
"A patients, for whose recovery and comfort the
dersignod pledge themselves to spare pains, so
that they may maintain the fame of the establish
mcnt Its provisions for hydropathic purposes are
unrivaed, and lis supply of pure, soft water is album
dant COOL and palatable ut all seasons without the
Office
DR.. e. L LEwENrHAL, Resident Physician.
Mrs. f. WEssELHoEFT, Proprietress.
March "a.
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FOR THE SPRING TRADE.
GHIRTS in every variety of style and quality lon
~ tlemen in want of good-ftting shirt can be suit
cd in style, quality, and price, at STEVENS'S
March Z. Sales Room, Browns Hotel
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TMpORTANT no THE !

IMPORTANT TO THE BLIND.
nR KNAPP, 0culist, at No. lao Main street, Buff
IL falo, New York, restores sight to the Blind with
chemical vapors, externally applied. This new
method, causing pain, is at once remarkable and
successful. Several forms Of blindness removed
by this treatment that heretofore have been incura
biz March 81
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THE CREsDs OF THE CHURCHES.

FT1HIS Book contains the Articles of Faith Of the
i principal Churches in the United States, CON-
piled from the authorized edit ons, by Rev. i. ID.
Davis Any person receive the work, free Of ex-
pense by enclosing by mail post paid, so cents TO
the subscriber at Cortland Cortland co, New York
June 10. L. ID. DAVIS.
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BEEBE'S NEW YORK HATS.
CPRING Fashion for 1854, with other new and
- beautiful styles. A full assortment in store at
LANES Fashionable Hat, Cap,
and Gents Furnishing Establishment
March s. Penn. av., near Al street.
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3 p. CHASE.


CHASE BALL, Attorneys and Counsellors ri
~ Law, Cincinnati, Ohio, practice In the State
Courts Of Ohio in the Circuit and District Courts OF
the United States In Ohio, and In tho Supreme Court
ofthe United States At Washington. JAMS
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sEWING MACHINE FOR SALE CHEAP.

SGWtSn MAINLINE EOn naisE SnEAf.
JXTE have deposited with us for sale one of Ayerys
w superior Sewing Machines, and are authorized
to dispose Of the same as great bargain This ma
chine is considered Of the best now in use. We
annex herewith the recommendation Of some of the
principal wholesale merchant tailors in Now York city
New YoRK, July 80, 1853.
We, tho undersigned, do hereby certify that we
have examined the Av0y Securing Nachine,n and
cheorfully recommend it for its simplicity, durability
and especially for tho peculiar stitch made by It, The
stitch is original and in appearance is like the most
perfect and handsome "back-stitchng We have
thoroughly tested the strength of the sewing and
satisfied that the stitch Of this machine makes a
stronger and frmer seam than can be n,ade by ha,,d
We take pleasure in recommending this Machine to
our friends and to taors, seamstresses and families
generally, throughout the country:
Boughton Knapp, Wholesale Dealers In Mems
and Boys Clothing, 10 Courtlandt st.
Lockwood Dubois, Merchant Tailors, 55S Broad
way.
II. A. Gould Co., Wholesale Dealers in Clothing
22l Washington ct
J. P. Hull, Merchant Tailor, 553 Broadway
Dickson q Pottus Merchant Tailors, 523 Broadway.
Apply at the publication office of the National Era
7th street, opposite Odd Fellows Hall. March O.
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DAILY NATIONAL ERA.


The best article ever used as hundreds can testify
in this city and surrounding country. Read! GIL
MANS LIQUID HAIR DYE instantaneoasiy chang
the hair to brilliant jet Black glossy Brovn,
which is permanentdoes not stain in any way in
jure the skin. No article ever yet invented which
will compare with it. We would advise all who have
gray hairs to buy it, for 1t neUsr fais-Boson Post.
I'D GILMAN Chemist, Washington city, Invent
or and Sole Proprietor.
For salo by Druggists, Hair Drcsscrs, and Dealers
in Fancy Articles, throughout the United States
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ATTENTION.!

ATTENTION!
SOLDIERS who served In the various wars, and
~ Sailors or their widows or heirs, to whom ar
rears of pay, extra pay, bounty land pensions DO.
may be duo may find 1t to their advantage to have
their claims investigated Address
A. NJ. GANGEWER,
Attorney and Agent, Washington, D. G.
Bounty land warrants bought and sold
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M. SNYDER,

BANKER and Exchange Broker, National Hotel
ID Building, Ponnsylvsna avenue, Washington
city, ID. @. Jan. III.
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n. ID. MUssEY, NJ. D., w. II. MUssEY, M. ID.
SURdE0Ns and Physicians, No. 10 West Seventh
- street, (near Vine street,) Cincinnati. Jan. 80.
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BOOTS AND SHOES
WE ARE NOW OPENING

WE ARE NOW OPENING,
A our splenddly- lighted sales rooms, on Seventh
n street, doors north of Pennsylvania avenue, a
choice stock of rich Fancy Dress Goods embracing
all the novelties Of the season; also, Spring Styles
Mantellctts, Black Lace Shawls and Scarfs, White
Grape Shawls, Cashmere Scarfs and Shawls, French
Kid and Silk Gloves, Hosiery and Embrcideries with
choice lot of Linen and Staple Goods in great
abundance-all Of which will ba sold at fair, low
prices
We invite purchasers to call and examine our stock
10 Observe that all articles are warranted to
prove as represented.
MAXWELL, SEARS, & COLLHY,
April 10 9TH street, 3 doors above Pa av.