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Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10

A Good Big Lump.-Leautand g. Co., Of
California,--a mining company of five practical
men, four Americans and one Swiss--exhibit.
ed yesterday at the Astor House~a monster
lump Of gold, weighing 1901 pounds avoirdu-
pois, which, at $l7 25 perounce; after, deduct.
ing twenty pounds of quartz rock, would make
it worth s3s, 900. 1t is twenty inches in length,
fifteen in breadth, and six in thickness. This
precious lump was found fifteen feet below the
bed of creek in Calaveras county, on the 9th
Of November. 1t will be sent to Paris, for the
French Exhibition, in May.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10

More Family Atairs.--The "Book Of Ruth, y
it seems, is not the only exposition of family
matters. The "Musical World" of the present
week, whose editor has just returned from a
visit to his "Idlewild" brother, gossps at length
about "the family" though in somewhat
different strain from "Ruth Hail." He tells US
that his father has educated nine children,
spending "little fortune on EACH" The edu-
cation bestowed on "Fanny Fern although of
that sort derived from the popular institution
known as the "school Of adversely" is certainly
yielding her rich harvest. ..s...... ...
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10
NUMBER %.

rome, clasping her hands; "then am indeed
| punished by just Heaven"
"The police have tracked him to my house;
| have received information from them, and
have myself examined him, and heard the whole
history OF your wrongs toward him. My duty
forces me to be stern and unfinching. | am
bound to violate the sanctty of my own roof
and arrest him even here. Al this yerv mo.
ment he ought to dead"
gun doomed in the distance, aud the un.
happy Camilla tainted When she recovered
her consciousness, she saw the Count kneelng
by her side and chatting her hands.
"Ay, weep" said he in tender voice. "for
your cruelty has almost had its victim. But
we love-"
"Up, up, my children!" cried the Austrian
General; ''enough of looks, sighs and tears.
Make love as far away from Milan as possible.
have risked my head, sir, to save yours, YOU
shall thank me for it when you are safe back
again in France. Be off at once, and Heaven
prosper you!" -
"And my death. h.warrant?" said the Count
81 must regret that | received it too late-I
can do no more" %s
sand to you, my child" said the General, as
ne pressed the repentant coquette in his arms
ito you would say, that the woman who is a
coquette deserves neither peace in this world
nor JOY hereafter. She has separated herself
from all human sympathies; but time must
come when those who fatter now will leave
her for younger idol, and then she finishes
her worthless life as she began it; she will die
as she liyed-alone!'
But, as Camilla had no wish for such soil.
tary fate, she did penance for her faults and
follies by taking upon herself the vows Of
obedience, and shining henceforward as dute.
Gus and loving wife.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10
FOR EOBDELLS STORE.
u. S. Mail Packet New Iatona,

.E.h For Lobdelrs store, Baton Rouge,
- - Plaquemne, Donaldsonvile, and all in
ternedate landings-The fine passenger steamer
New LafOna, EMILE Gross, Master, will
leave New Orleans for the above and all inter-
mediate landings on MONDAYS. at o'clock P.
NJ, and on FRIDAYS, at 10 o'clock A. NJ. Re-
turning will leave Baton Rouge on Tuesdays at
o'clock NJ, and on Saturdays at 10 o'clock A NJ.
For freight or passage apply on board.
CrThe New Latona has a sign on the wharf
at her Landing, where will be always stationed a
clerk to receive freight during the absence Of the
boat. enabling merchants to send their goods de
rect from the vessel to the boat. thereby saving
the charge of storage and additional cTayage..
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10

Crcassia--The Circassian women are no
only beautiful but in some things wise. They
denote their position in society by peculiarities
of dress. If a fair one should chance to at
tract the admiring glances of a gallant knight,
he can always tell by the color of her trowsers
whether the wearer be maid, wife, or widow:
virgin white being worn by the young girls;
red by those who assumed the duties Of ma
.tron, and blue by the hapless dame who mourns
the death Of her lord. ...- --...-
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10

Grateful for past favors, respectfully informs bis
iS, inends and enstomeIs and the public generally
on Plaquemine street. opposite the market honse
ne hasagain returned to it, where he expects now
@ remain. He continues to receive from New Or.
leans and Cincinnati large additions to his stoek q
Every Description Of Furmiture.
which viii b sold at his usual low rates.
Old FURNITURE taken IN exchange, or repaired At
He also makes COFFzNS Of evev .,vIe !, n.
shortest notice. Hehas alwaysou hSnd eomrlst,
NTH Of fek'a PaseAk M14altic Cdr. ~ Irsns
Splendid HeaIse. Prices moderate. o1i9
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10
The Government have received letters eor

The Government have received letters con-
corning the condition of the Hon. John Y. Ma
son, from which it is concluded that though not
recovered from the deplorable attack of Para
lysis under which ho sank not long since, he
was somewhat better than when the previous
steamer left Liverpool. 1t seems to be taken
for granted that he will return to the United
States, vacating the French mission, as soon as
he may be able to travel
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10
ssThuit m, UtYss

| "A good story has been told of lisping off.
Ger in the U. S. Army, having been victimized
by brother officer, (who was noted for his
cool deliberation and strong nerves,) and his
getting square with him in the following man.
ner. The cool joker, captain, was always
quizzing the lsping officer, lieutenant, for his
| nervousness.
"Why," said he one day in the presence Of
| his company. nervousness is all nonsenseI
| tell you, lieutenant no brave man will be ner.
vous." -.- -e .aszssv
"Well," inquired the lisping friend, show
would you do thpose thell with an inch fu-
thee thould drop itthelf in a walled angle in
which you had taken thelter from q company
of tharp thooters, and where it wath thertain
that if you put out your nothe you'd getpep.
pered?" -,
"How," said the captain, winking at the cir
Gle. awhy, take it cool and spit on the fusee."
The party broke up and all retreated for the
night except the patrol. The next morning
number of soldiers were assembled and talking
in clusters, when along came the lieutenant.-
Lazy opening his eyes he remarked
"Iwant to try an exthperment thith morn
ing. and thee how extheedingly cool You can
Saving which, he walked deliberately up to
the fire burning on the hearth, and placed ID its
hottest centre powder canister, and instantly
retreated. There was but one mode of egress
from the quarter and that was upon the parade
ground. the road being built up for defence;
the occupant took one glance at the canister,
comprehended his situation, and in a moment
dashed at the door, but II was fastened on the
outside. ~~. x
"Charley, let me out if you love mel" shout
ed the captain.
"Tbpt on the canither!" shouted he in return.
Not moment was to be lost; he had at first
snatched up blanket to cover his egress, but
now dropping it, he raised the window, and
ont he bounded, sans culotes, sans everything
but very short under garment; and thus, with
hair almost upon end, he dashed upon full
parade ground. The shout which hailed him
brought out the whole barracks to see what
was the matter, when the dignified captain
pulled q tall sergeant in front Of him to hide
himself
"Why didn't you thpit on it," inquired the
lieutenant. .,ss s g e
because there were no sharp sbooters ia
front to stop retreat" answered the captain.
"All have got to thay, then, ill.," said the
lieutenant, athat you might have thafely done
it, for thware there wathn't q ,hingle grain Of
powder in III" -. ....... -. : +. ...-.
The captain has never spoken against nar.
vousness since. 's+
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10
BATON ROUGE FOUNDRY.


THIS establishment having been lately inereas.
Il ed, and possessing additional facilities for the
execution of all kinds of work in their line, the
undersigned are prepared TO manufacture and fur
nish without delay, IRON AND BRASS CAST
INGS, of the heaviest dimensions
Steam Engines, Sugar Mills and
Saw Mills,
Of improved construction, suitable for public or
plantation use.
Steam Boilers
OF all kinds made to order, of the best Tennessee
Iron. CRATE BARS. and FURNA CE
M OUT II 5 OF the most approved pattern.
Blacksmith's Work =.
of all kinds relating to Machinery, Turning and
Finishing Work.
Cylinders Bored and Sugar Rollers Turned
being provided with the best kind Of machinery
for the purpose. sa.A
Having in their employ competent snd skillful
mechanics they will also attend to having repairs
made on plantations, whenever required :.
Planters and others are solicited to give us tn
al. They will find it to their advantage to have
ineis work done, here, instead Of sending tito
n. HILL & HENDERSON.
having large stock of patterns suitable for
,sy& Isealiy & every SIZE Of sugar mills and engines
,nere VIII De no charge for patterns when they
a-e aucaoy On mana. mh4-1y
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10
PACKETS.
Regular Coast Packet.
For Baton Rouge Twice a Week.

EFA THE Elegant Passenger Steamer
- GEM: THEoDuLE ELFERT, Master,
Leaves New Orleans every Monday, at IL o'clock,
NJ: aud on Thursday, at O'Clock, P. NJ.
Returning leaves Baton Rouge every Tuesday
at o'clock, i. NJ and on Friday at 10 o'clock
A. NJ Eor freight or passage, apply on board.
CCz-Steamer GEM will extend her Thursdays
trip to Waterloo, Cooks Landing, Hermitage,
Port Hudson, Springfield, Lobdell's Landing, Ba.
ton Rouge, PIaquemine, Bayou Goula, Donald
sonvie and Coast-12 hour packet to Plaque
mine.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10

1t is reported in Washington that an ener-
getc move will be made in the House to pass
Mr.. Faulkner's bill anthorising the calling out
the Western frontiers. In case of the passage
of this bill, it is understood that the command
will be given to Gen. Harney, who will organ>
ize the volunteers into batallions and not regi-
ments.
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For New Orleans,

,y17a>ss h The new and fine steamer BEL
skSFFNFfffff2a' FtNiffff2' LA DONNA, J. H. MoRRIsoN,
EsksEEss master, leaves Plaquemine on her
do inward trip every Wednesday afternoon at 4
o'clock. Returning, leaves New Orleans for Bay
ou Sara and all intermediate landings every Sat-
urday afternoon al 4 o'clock. oct7
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10
SADDLES AND HARNESS.
Repairing 8uggies, &c.

~A The undersigned, Practical Sa d
&AxEA die and Harness Ma n=M y
kYE&&G@sA kers, take this me- 2
thod to return thei 2t20H1
thanks TO the inhabitants of this and the adjoining
parishes forthe very liberal patronage they have
received since they commenced business in Pla-
quemine. Trusting that their friends and the pub
lie generally will continue to call upon them
when anything is wanted in aheir line, they can
assure them that all work entrusted to their care
viii be executed in a workmanlke manner and
on the shortest notice. They keep constantly on
hand, Saddles of all kinds: solid Leather Trunks;
Harness, both double and single; Brides and Mar.
Painted; Whips of every description. rPar-
ticular attention paid to Repairing. Charges mo-
derate. SCOTT & KANE,
JAM Bank ST., next door to Marionneaux's.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10

At an election for town councilmen, lately
held in Parkersburg, Va. "a place containing
about three thousand inhabitants, situated on
the Ohio river, in Western Virginia,) the Know
Nothing ticket received every vote but six.
This looks bad for Mr.. Wise.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10
OpelOusas and New Orleans
Packet.

h go o. The good, safe steamer Alice
trz7e2sl=55 ssV. Glaze, Capt. J. JoHN-
sAszss-s-zszs sroN, leaves N. Orleans on Wed.
nesdays at 12 M.--Landing at Plaquemine on
Thursdays at A. ri. Returning, leaves Opelou-
sas on Sundays at 10 A. M-Arriving at Plaque
mine on Mondays at P NJ. This boat is new, and
decidedly the fastest and best boat of her tonnage
that has entered the port Of New Orleans. For
further particulars apply on board aul2
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10

Natural History of Paris has received the skeIl
of an egg laid by one of the gigantic birds of
the island of Madagascar, which is regarded as
a surprising Gift, as it will hold ten quarts
This beats all our American egg stories.
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Calendar for February.
TERMS OF THE sENTIHEL

TE RMS OF H NTIKE T..
Subscription, five dollars per annun: in advance
No subscription taken for less period than one
year.
Advertisements. charged one dollar per square
10 lines or less for the frst and fifty cents for
every subsequent insertion. All advertisements
published until forbid, and charged accordingly.
A liberal discount made to yearly advertisers;
payments invariably in advance.
announcements for Office $40, in advance-and
each Candidate will be charged SIS for printing
Election Tickets. u Announcement of Mayor,
SIS; for Aldermen So so. --.,. ...
Job Work cash on delivery.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10

A Patient Hearing.-The most extraordinss
ry instance of patience on record in modern
times, is that of an Illinois judge, who listened
silently for two days while couple Of wordy
attorneys contended about the construction OF
an act of the legislature. and then ended the
controversy by quietly remarking: "Gentls.
men, the law is repealed"
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10

Awindy orator in the New York Legislature,
after lengthy effort stopped for drink Of
water.
II rise," said Bloss, "to point Of order"
Every body started in wonder what the point
of order was eaa. SIS .st
"What is it!" said the speaker. s.3
II think, sir" said Bloss, ''it is ont Of ordee
for a windmill to 20 BY water"
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10

Mr.. Darcy Niece, the Irish exile, delivered
a discourse at Boston on the 22d, in the course
of which some of his hearers thought he went
out Of his way to cast disrespect on the memo
ry of George Washington. Confusion and
fighting ensued, but-nobody killed.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10

lfyou have great talents, industry will in.
prove them; if moderate abilities, industry viii
supply their deficiencies. Nothing is denied 70
well.directed labor; nothing is ever TO be, A.
tanned without it.. Remember, mans genius
is always in the beginning Of life IS much un-
known to himself as to others-and II is only
after frequent trials, attended with suscess,
that he dares think himself equal to the under.
takings in which those who have succeeded,
haSeif fixed the admiration of mankind ~g'r
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10

Notice to Ylanters and Merchants.
Barrels! Barrels!! Barrels!!!
TNHE undersigned, one Of the oldest Coopers in
l. the Parish, having completed his arrange
ments, and having purchased alarge. stock of Ma
teriaIs, is now prepared TO furnish Planters, Mer-
chants and others, with asgood an article of MO-
L.ASSES R.ARRELS and half bbls., as can be
manufactured None but old and experienced
workmen employed, and none but the best mate
rials used. He will also manufacture SUGAR
HOGSHE.ADS for all who leave, their orders in
time: His old friends and customers will please
give him call. His work having heretofore Civ
en- satisfaction to his patrons, he will use his best
endeayors TO please all who call upon him His
snop is located between Villier and Greand sts,
fronting the Bayou.
>, Elersnos--F. N.Bissell, Hart, Austin & Co,
dy at any moment to execute anv orders with
promptness and dispatch. :. -
sep24 J. FREDERICK BAGGE.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10

W. Z. EDWARDS.

W. Z. EDWARDS. DAVID BARROW.
Edwards 4 Barrow,
ATTORNEYS " coUNsELL0Rs AT LAW,
N7ILL practice in all the courts of East and
wv West Baton Rouge, Iberville, and Supreme
Court Of Louisiana and Federal Courts. Office
of w. E. Edwards in Plaquemine- office Of D. N.
Barrow at the Court House, West Baton Rouge.
febl9.ly
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10
j. DEJAN, Jr..-

RESPECTFULLY informs the citizens of Pla-
IL quemine Snd the Parish Of Iberville, that he
has just established himself in this place, in the
store formerly occupied by F. Gallagher at
gs e No Main Street, ~
where he viii always keep on hand large assort-
menf of -
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10

: There are some things you. .'eans learn from
fools Among the ,nnmbsr is ths~valus Of
hoidine yous tongue : - @' : 't7.1'
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10
MISCELLANEOUS.


JOB PRIWYIN0.
THE PROPRIETOR OF THE
SOUTHERN Sentinel
GRATEFUL for the patronage that has here
VI tofore been extended him. would respectfully
inform his patrons and the public generally, that
having lately made considerable additions to his
office, land contemplating making considerable
more in short timel he is prepared to execute
with neatness and despatch, and in style equal
to any other office, every variety of
Job Printing
Consisting Of ..... .... .a.....
Handbills of all descrip- Pamphlets; .r.
tions .... . Lawyers' Briefs,
Blanks of all kinds; Ball Tickets;
Bill Heads; Funeral Tickets;
Wedding Tickets and Circulars;
Cards; &c &c &c
And in fact any description of Job Printing, in
Black or Bronze.
And at prices as low as any other Office in the
interior of the State.
W. p BRADBURN, Proprietor
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10

life Of General Sam. Houston is about te
be published. ~
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10
Fly. SCHULLY,
Boot and shoemaker.

One Door above Galagher's Store.
TAKES this method to inform the inhabitants
l. of Plaquemine and vicinity, that he has per-
anently located himself in this place, the pur-
pose of carrying on the Shoemaking business in
all its varieties. Having on hand large and well
selected stock Of Leather, is now prepared to
manufacture Boots and Shoes at the shortest no
tice.
Plaquemine, June 4th, 1s53.-Iy
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10
JOSEPH FISHER.
Boot and Shoe Maker,

o. Has established himself in Plaque
vi mine in the above business. He will
N~perform all work entrusted to him with
- neatness snd despatch, with durable
workmanship, in fashionable style, and at moder-
ate rates. He solicits share of public patronage.
His shopis on Bank street, nearly opposite Bieh-
er's Bar Der shop. dec1s-1y
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10
For Rent,

AE That fine and admirably located store
Il!sE second door above G. w. Bayiey's, on
I}ss Bank street, and adjoining the one just
occupied by Mr.. Kahn. For Dry
Goods store, it will be rented for year for $3.50
Also will be rented if required for Dry Goods, the
store. one door above-price 500 per month Ap-
plyto oct2l LOUIS DESOBRY, Sr.
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10

For all of which we ask very small profit for
CASH.
F. GusTAvE GoNsouLlN thanks the public for
the patronage he received when connected with
the firm of A. Marionneaux & Co. He respect
fully solcits for the present firm the patronage hi
therto given the former. Please call and Judge of
articles and prices. - mh25
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10
MISCELLANEOUS.
F. GUSTAVE GONSOULIN & CO.,

D RESPECTFULLY inform their friends and the
IL public generally of Plaquemine and the pa
rish of 1bervie, that they have purchased the
Grocery Establishment of A. MAEIoNNEAUx &
Co, and are determined to keep constontly on
ha nd the hest Of
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10
G. BROWN,
Merchant Tailor.

Merchant Tailor,
Keeps constantly on hand fine a,sor..
ment of READY MADE CLOTHES
Cloaks and Talmas, @
Fancy Dress Coats,
- Frock Goats, Overcoats.
Vests, &c. &c. -
c1lsoMa an nne assortment Of GENTLEMENS
ot,ArLEs. o. a Terms very liberal. The attention
y .ne young men Of our town and parish is par-
10y .onc..eo. octll
nv supply Of Carpenters Tools iuet received
~ saS ROTH BROTHERS
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10

They received by the Rosa on the goth inst, the
following in addition to their large stock:
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10

10 bbls Magnolia Whis-
key
10 bbls Rectifed do.
Is bxs Winchester Soap
20 do scaled Herrings
/ doz Scotch Cheese
10 SKIS No / Rio Coffee
IL do No 2 do
l hid Sides
10 half bbls Mackerel
2 barrels Old Bourbon
Whiskey
6 double dis. Whiskey
6 Monongahela rye do
IA bbis mess Pork
| Is 1-2 bbls mess Beef
5 boxes soda Biscuit
20 do Vermacilli and
Macaroni
2 tierces Almonds
Is 1-2 boxes Raisins
Is IA do, do
1000 best Regalias
s bbls red and white
Beans
10 baskets Sweet Oil in
whole and half bottles
Southern sentinel. [volume] (Plaquemine, Parish of Iberville [La.]) 1848-1858, 1855-02-10

a
Is bbls fine Flour
| 10 kits No. l Mackerel
10 do. No, 2 do.
is boxes Goldfish
10 do star Candles
Is do western Cheese
| S sacks Havana a Coffee
| 3 hhds Rice
| / do Shoulders
| l do Hams
q doz boxes SaIdines
q do 2-3 do do
4 do 1-2 do do
A do. Ia do do
2 sacks Black Pepper
10 bbls Pilot Bread
S do Butter Crackers
2 bbls Ale
40 boxes Claret Wine
l-2 pipe Cognac Brandy
3 bbis N. York do
20 rms wrapping paper
10 boxes ass'd Syrup
6 do do Cordials
6 firkins Goshen Butter
2 tierces Dried Apples
2 do Shea's best Hams
New-York daily tribune., 1855-08-27
JosHuA @. ABBE, Auctioneer

JOSHUA @. ABBE, Auctioneer.
DY ABBE a. ROBINSON, No. % Wall-st.-
I'D MONDAY August n at 12t O'Clock the Merchsn Ek
change fine FARM, Of fifty acres, at westfsld n j.
the depot; p wood and the balance under high
cultivation; well wstered suitable for gentleman retiring
from business, or practical farmer.
On TUESDAY al l2t o'clock the Merchant Exchange
HOUSE snd LOT No. i0l 0iyer-st., Newark. n j. very
desirable location For full particulars apply to C. Lever
edge or 10 the Auctionner, No 50 Wall s.