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$1,000 Gifts for the People.
VIR G I'M A ART UNION
Erery body hacing Ticket gels an Engrasing
vorth One Dollar in addition 10 chance
in the Distribution of The Gi1y.

Erery body hacing Ticket gels an Engraving
wurih One Dollar in addition 10 a chance
in the Distribution Of the Gifts.
A MID the numetoas Gift Distributions spring.
IA ing up in various States, the Proprietors Of
the above beg leave to submit one which they hops
will prove not unacceptable to Virginians The
money at least is confined to home circulation,
consideration worth something in slight tmes.n
1t makes small drafts on the pccket-giyes every
man positive equivalent for his money, and e
quail chance with the rest for valuable gift. Az
soon as the Tickets are sold the following Bril-
liant Schedule of valuable property will be dis.
tributed in Gifts to the Ticket holders, by com.
mittee of six managers, gentlemen Of we'll known
and unimpeachable character.
Farm, 200 Acres, ia Lynn couaty,
Missouri, worth $500
Two-story Brick House and lot, in
Petersburg, Hardy co., Va, 1900
5Splendd Gold Watches, worth $I25, CPS
20 Excellent Silver do, " IS, 800
40 Rich and Beautiful Shawls," Is, 600
100 Ladies' Gold Breaspn', 5, 500
100 Gents I" :" S, 800
100 Gifts Of S. each, to Sc paid in store
goods, from the Proprietors' large as
soriment kept constantly on hand, 800
500 Gold Pens in silver cases, worth $2i. 1850
0UU nlngS, <, IUUO
1864 Silver Pencils, IL, 1885
Every body by paying OkE DOLLAR will rs-
ceive certificate Of membership, emitting him 10
a handsome large Lithographic Engraving of
WaSHLNGTO.N IND ARMY CROSS
ING THE DELAWARE, (cheap at one dol.
lar. and which cannot be bought by the single
copy at iess,) than which nothing is more fit 10
hang up in the parior of every American. Each
subscriber will also be entitled to an equal share
in the Distribution of the Gifts. The Engravinqs
can be sent by mail, and we will commence deliv-
ering them as soon as received. We have en-
played an ARTIST who is already engaged in
getting them up.
o. For Particulars, Tickets, &c., call upon az
address. postpaid. the Propretors al Seymoun.
vile, Hardy CO., Va.
HIGiNBOTHAM s. CO., Proprietors.
March %, 1857.
% The Distribution of the Gifts in the aboye
scheme will take place as soon as $4,000 ,icke,s
have been sold.
o. The Tickets are meeting with a general
accePtance-about 5000 having been already dis
posed of-and we may safely anticipate the Dsy
Of Distribution soon.
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Auer,s Cherry Peptoral.

ton of the country aboundS in persons puoiciy how
who have been restored from alarming and even desPe
rate diseases of the lungs by its When once tried
its superiority every other medicine OF ITS kna Is
too apparent escape observation, and where It's virtues
are Known the public no longer hesitate what antoote
to employ for the distressing and dangerous affections Oh
pulmonary organs which are incident to our climate
By its timely many, nay almost all attacks oil disease
upon the Lungs Throat arrested and thus are sa
we'd many thousands every year from apremaure grave
No family should be without it, and those who do neg
lect to provide themselves with a remedy which wards
off this dangerous class of diseases will have cause to de-
plore it when it is too late Proofs Of the surprising e
cacy of the Cherry Pectora need not be given TO the
nerican peope,-they have living proofs IN every
seghborbOod. But those who wish TO read the state
ments of those whose whole health has been restored
and whose lives have been saved by its use, Will ma
them in my American Almanac which the agent below
named has to furnish gratis for every
Prepared by DIR. J. G., AVER, Lowell, Mass,-and
sold by j. b. EsKRIDGE, Staunton; J. L. ARNALL,
waynesborough; J. T, Ross, Mt. Sidney.
Feb. 81, lS55.-2m.
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April Is, IS55.-4w
4 VALUABLE AUGUSTA FARM
Ear Sale,

WITH view of changing his mede of life,
W the undersigned will expose to public sale.
on Thursday The Sd day Of May neat. his FARM,
lying on the South River, Two miles below
Waynesboro'. This farm contains 500 ACRES,
about 100 If which are cleared, the balance in tim.
Der. OF the cleared land there is from 70 to 81
acres first rate RIVER BOTTOM, from 40 to
50 acres timothy meadow, and the other cleared
land is productive for any kind of crop. LA
The improvements are large BaIcK f1sssssM
House., large Barn, Stables, SC and all sM.tA
necessary out houses several fine Springs a-sso
near the house, ORCHARD, &c.
This farm lies in good neighborhood, near TO
Market, Schools, Churches, &C., and taken all
together is very desirable property
Terms may be made easy and known on the
day of sale. JACoB kElSEk.
April IL, -tds,-Rock. Reg. copy ids,
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ns-Usr HAMproN's V saETABLE TINcTURE.-Eave
you Dyspepsia, Liver Complaint, Nervous Debility
Diseases Of the Kidneys, any Loss Of Power and D,s
arrangement of the systemS We but point you to the
thousands who have used the GREAT lNvIoohATS93N.
In proof ofwhat wesay aboye, we refer you 10 h~"p
tons Vegetable Tincture,' and it, effects
o. Sec advertisement
Sept Is, 1854.
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sTAUMToM, APRIL 4, 1855.
kAYSER & STRiBLlNG

ARE now receiving from the Northern Cities
IA very large and choice selection of Staple
and Fancy Dry Good, suited 10 the season.
They have used more than ordinary care in the
selection of their present stock, and feel assn ed
that they have never had it in their power to Of
fer their friends more complete and desirable
They would especially call attention to their
large stock OF superior Irish Linens, imported d.
rect from one of the best manufactures OF Ireland
by themselves. They can sell them much cheap
er than those purchased in the ordinary way and
warrant them pure linen.
Staunton, April 4, 1855.
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49,
March Ia. 1855.

GREAT CURE OF RHEUMATISM.-Th Edi-
tor of the Richmond Republican, of Dec a. 1882 say
that Carter's Spanish Mixture is no quack medicine
They had man in their press room whowas afflicted
with violent mercurial rheumatism. who continually
complaining of misery in the back limbs and jonts;-
his eyes had become cversh and mattery, neck swol-
LEM throat sore, and all the symptoms Of rheumatism,
combined with Scrofula Two bottles ofCarter's Span
sh Mixture cured him. and in editorial notice as a
bove they bear testimony to its wonderful effects, and
say their only regret is that all suffering with diseases
of the blood are not aware of the existence of such
medicine. They checrfully recommend it. See their
certificate and notice in full round the bottle.
April 4, l555.-lm
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-04-18

THE CASE OF JUDGE LoRiNG.-Mr Devereux
In opposing in the Boston House of Representa-
lives, the removal of Judge Loring for executing
the Fugitive Slave Law in the case Of Anthony
Burns, stalled that many of the petitioners were
females, that one petition contained the names OF
eleven black people of one family intersPersed
throughout the State, no two together f; that the
head Of that family had been rum seller the
husband of the eldest daughter is now the keeper
Of low groggery and the characters Ofthe whole
are of similar kind. To show the Inconsistency
of furnishing Judge Loring for his action under
the law of 1850. Mr.. Huntington. another speak
Or, coniended that the public, nearly every body.
FROM Daniel Webster down, through all classes
of Society, not only acquiesced in that law butde-
elarsd it to be constitutional.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-04-18

VIIRGINIA:-At Rules held in the Clerks
Office of the Circuit Courtfor Augusta coun
ty, March the 9lst. 1855, Ann McFalI, Samuel
Coed and David W. Riddle, Plaintiffs,
AGAINST
James McFall. John McFall, Catharne McFall
and Margaret McFal, Hamilton McFall. James
McFall, Stuart B. McFall and David McFall. in
FAINT children of David McFall, decd. ,-Defen-
dants.
The object Of this suit is to obtain an assign
ment of dover for the plaintiff Anne McFall, the
widow of Thomas McFall, decd, in the real es-
tate, of which said Thomas McFaIl died seized
and partition or sale of the residue Of said real
estate.
The Defendants James McFal and John Nc
Fall not having entered their appearance and CIV
en- security, according to the act of Assembly,
and the Rules of this Court, and it appearing by
satisfactory evidence that they not inhabitants
of this Common wealth: 1t is ordered that the
said Defendants do appear here within one month
after due publication of this notice and answer the
bill of the plaintiff and that copy Of this order
he forthwith inserted in some newspaper printed
in Staunton, for four weeks successfully, and
posted at the front door of the Courthouse.
A Copy-Tests.
N. C. KINNEY, CPk.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-04-18
TRUST SALE.

IN virtue of deed executed 10 me by d. A..
i Pitmau and wife, of record in the County
Court office, viii on Saturday the 2Sth day Of
this month, offer at public sale a HOUSE AND
LOT on Spring Alley, in Stanton, adjoining
the lots of Hurley, Wright and others, and being
the western half of the lot conveyed in said
deed, and now occupied by Mr.. Scanlling.
TERMS One-third in hand balance in nine and
eighteen months equal instalments, with bond
and security. BENZ F. POINTS, Trustee.
Stanton April II, lS55-tds.
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Ps,i,l5C Sale.

WE will sell at public auction on the Sd day
w of.May neat. at the Valley Mills, the FOL.
lowing property. to wit; A good t,co-hOrse Wag-
on and Harness, t,co good cork ~
HORSES, all Pio,cs on hands. Pto,e CTE-f
Fya,ks and Patterns. ,cith carietyfyX
of other Patterns, sen Of SmiihxsAsE2s sssse,
Tools. all our Carpenters T6ols. with quantity
OF lumber. all of our Household and Kitchen Fur
niture of every description. Terms known on
day of sale. ). A. KERR.
April Is, 1855. GEO. KERSHNER.
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NEW SPRING GOODS,

NRS. SMITH has just received handsome
1VA assortment of Ladies' Corsetts and Shout
der Braces splendid assortment of Dress
Trimmings and Muslin, Edg;ngs and Needle
Work Finish, which she has selected herself; in
addition to which she has splendid assert sss,.
men, of New Spring Bonnets and Millinery
Goods also large assortment of Ladies' WI
Dress Caps, with general variety of new and
cheap goods. which have been selected with great
care. Call early and select your goods.
GEO. w. SMITH, Main, ST.,
next door to Union Hall.
St,unton. April. III 1855.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-04-18

To GO on TIVE ExPEDIrIoS.-A younger son
Of Judge Kane, of Philadelphia DIR. Jno. K. Kane,
who has recently graduated with the highest hon
ors at the University (medica) Of Pennsylvania
10 TO 60 out as the surgeon on one Of the ships OF
the expedition soon to start for the Arctic seas
in search of the unfortunate expedition Of his ell
der brother
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-04-18
Opposite Virginia Hotel.
SPRING AND SUMMER GOOI


SPRING AND SUNIMER GOODS.
WE are now in receipt of general and well
w selected stock of Spring and Summer Dry
Goods, which will compare with any in the mar
ket in variety, style and price.
Ladies' Dress Goods.-.Plain Tyroleans, Solid
Colored Shallies, Plaid ditto, Embroidered Ga
zombrics, Plain and Striped Bereges, French Ba-
tiste Ginghams, Silk Tissues, BriAante,, French
Jaconets, &C.
Also handsome assortment of Embroideries,
Hosieres, Gloves. Ribbands, White Goods of
great variety, and Trimmings of all descriptions.
GENrLEMEN's WEAR.-CIoths, Cassimeres,
Tweeds, Black and Fancy Silk Vestngs, Mar
settles Yes'ings, Plain and Fancy Linen Drill
ines, and various other goods too numerous to
mention.
All Of which have been purchased under the
most favorable circumstances, and we are disposed
TO sell on accommodating terms Give us call
before purchasing. NELSON & BAYLOR.
Staunton, April II, ls55.-R., V. and 4.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-04-18
MARRIED..

In this place. on Thursday morning last, by the Rev.
Joseph r. Wilson, MIR. EDGAR j. SENsENEy, of Win
chester, to Miss MARGARET II. MOORE late Of Frede-
rick county.
On the lsth inst, at Ervn's Shop, in Highland
ty, by the Rev VIM. Erwin, Mr.. JAS. MICHAEL Me-
THENY TO Nils. KAssANDREw GUMBATH, of Back Creek
Gs- HarrisOnburg aud Richmond papers copy.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-04-18
Sellers Liver Pill,

"THE VERY BEST PILL NOW IN USE"
KANAwnA G. H., Va, Jan. 4, 1851.
Mr.. r. E. Sellers Dear Sir, will state to you that
IT is my opinion that your Pill is perhaps the eery best
in a Liver Pill, and is surpassed by
anti bilious pill II is very highly esteemed in
community family Pill and is fast supfanting all
others. Inow speak from my own experience, and from
the experience Of many Of nay friends and customers
Yours respectfully,
p 81 ann permitted 10 show the original letter, but
not to publish the writer's name.
TO THE PUBLIC.
The original, only true and genuine Liver Pills
prepsrcd by r. E. Sellers and have his name in black
upon the lid Of each boz, and his signature the
outside tprGPpers-ALL OTHERS ARE CoUNTERFEITs, or
R. Z. SELLERS Co., Propriesors,
Pttsburg, Pa.
Prepared and sold by r. f. SELLERS < CO.,
Pittsburg, Pa, and for sale by LAIRD TRIABLE
and j. b. E,KRIDaE Staunton, and by Druggists gene.
rally.
April 4, lSss.-lms.
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Peruvian Guano.

EOWLE & co have in store their usual sup
Il plv of No. Peruvian Guano, all from d.
rect importatons, and warranted pure, which
they offer to their agricultural friends at The low
est market rates.
Alexandria, April IL, l955.-tf.
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TO THE PUBLIC.
TEE GREAT DISCOVERY.
NsgSDELEEsHONs

FOR CURLING THE H.fIR!
ESOR many years it hs, been the object ofdeep
est study with chemists and others, to produce
a fluid that, applied to the hair, would cause it to
wave and curl equal in beauty to the natural curl.
THE KROILERION is the only article ever
offered to the world that will effect this most de-
srabie object. But three or four applications arc
necessary to curl it as much as may be desired
and for any length of time. From the many testi-
monials of those who have used it. the subscriber
does not hesitate 10 warrant the KROLLERiON
to give satisfaction, and prove as recommended in
all cases.
The recipe for making, with full directions for
asa, will be sent on the receipt of one dollar, post
paid. The ingredients will not cost over IL cents.
Direct to II. A. FREMONT.
Warren, Trumbull Co., O..
April IL, ls55.-3m
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-04-18
FOR s LIE,
a Valuable Farm & Merchant MILL.

A S Agent llr the widow and heirs Of jacob
- Peck, IT,, decd, am authorized to sell the
valuable Tract of Land and Merchant Mill now
in the possession OF Fl. H. Peck. The land lies
on Crsiian,s Creek, within four miles of Staun-
ton, and is intersecte1 without injury to it by the
Virginia Central Railroad. The tract contains
1888 ACRES, 100 acres of which are cleared and
in good cultivation the residue is covered with
remarkable and most valuable growth Of timber.
There are sixty acres Of Bottom Land which can.
not be exceed in quality, ten acres Of which are
in Meadow. The quantity of meadow may be
easily increased.
desire 10 call especial attention TO the Mer.
chant Mill, which has been in operation a
number of years and is in one OF the best locations
in the County. Arrangements have been made
for Switch and Turnout on the Railroad near
the Mill SO that flour may be loaded directly with.
out being hauled to Depot.
The other improvements are good BRICK
DWELLING HOUSE, Kitch. Ell
en-, necessary Dat buildings, and an A!?!A
excellent Swisher Barn. The pres isix
ent occupant is preparing the land -
for Spring crup, and the purchaser shall have
the benefit of all ploughing and planting done.-
The small graio crop will be reserved.
VIII sell Lie NAIL, Miiei ilouse aHu L Nv
Acres Of Land separately from the residue Of the
tract. will also sell separately so much VI the
land (supposed to be 80 acres) as lies South Of
the Railroad. The residue of the tract, contain
ing about 300 Acres will make one of the most
desirable farms in the county.
The terms of sale are - One-third in hand and
the balance in one two and three years. Deeds
will be given when the first payment is made, the
vendors len 10 be retained for the unpaid pur-
chase money. A negotiable note at 90 or 100
days, with good endorsers will be taken for the
hand payment. Possession given at.once.
If not sold befdre will on Saturday the 2lst Of
.4pril, 1855, sell the above property. at public
auction, on the premises. The heirs having Civ
en- me authority to sell, it is nv purpose to effect
a sale. HUGH w. SHEFFEY, Agent.
March FL, lS55.-tds.
RU- indicator and Rock. Reg. copy.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-04-18
Notice.

TINE subscriber being appointed as agent for
IL the firm Of Kerr s. Kershner, would request
all who has unsettled accounts, notes or receipts,
to come forward and close the same without de-
Law, as indulgence need not be looked for.
April Is, lS55-3u. 2. o. PALMER.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-04-18
DISSOLUTION.

an the l4lh day of April the firm of Kerr s
W Kershnsr was dissolved by mutual consent,
in all their mechanical operations, Flows, &c.-
We authorize P. 0. Palmer as our agent 10 settle
oil Of our outstanding business.
April Is, 1855.
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April 4, l655.-3t.
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XXaHfed.

A YOUNG MAN having some knowledge of
"A business, and can write good hand, and can
come well recommended, as Clerk in Staple
and Fancy Dry Goods Store in Staunton, Va.
Apply to GEORGE w. SMITH.
Stanton, April, | | 1855.
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REV. John LANAHAN.

Pastor 9fthe Ereter Street NJ l.. Church.
STRONG desire to benefit the afflicted iadsrcs
a him thus to certify. We challenge any other med
cine to present such mass Of testimony from gentles
men and ladies of high standing Of our own well
citizens, who testify Of cares Of COUGH, RRONCHI-
IT'S, RHEUMATISM, DYSPEPSIA.
BALTIMORE, January Gath. 1854.
Atsns Mortimer E. Mo,ctray
take pleasure in saying to you that have used
your "Hampton's ITnctuys' with very great profit.
become very much impaired, when commenced to uss
/" Hamptons 7ractwe" fouad is effects upon my
general health salutary. My system and
digestive organs soon rightad up under its use.
have several times recommended il 10 my friends.
and in every case, far have been infrm:d they
have used it with SUCCESS.
Yours truly. JOHN LANAHAN,
Pastor Of the Exeter st. M. Z. Church, Bait.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-04-18
Raker,s Premium Bitters.

To DYsPEPTIcs.-Thosc persons afflicted with Dys-
pepsia should at once give Bakers Premium Bitters
trial Hundreds of certificates in the hands OF
the proprietor many of which have been published full
" attestin their efficacy in arrestng the loathsome
disease while it strengthens the digestive organs, in
vigoratcs the stomach and gives life and energy to
the whole system Its ingredients purely vegetable
entirely free from all mineral posons, and may be ia
ken with safety by all ages and sexes.
Price so cents per bottle. For sale by ]. b.
EsKRIpGE, Staunton, and BlBD & Wills, Charlottes-
Vile
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EssabroideEies.

WE have just opened large assortment Of
w French. Gpure, Opasse. Honton and Lace
Collars, Sleeves and Bands OF the latest styles.
Also, Honiton, Maltese, Valencenes and Eng
lish Thread Laces and Edgings of new patterns.
KAYSER s. STRIBLING.
Stanton, April 4, 1865.
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NEW GOODS AT
7 HIT E & P A T TO N s.,

WE are now receiving our Spring Supplies
w OF STAPLE and FANCY GOODS,
which for ertent, varicty and che4paess, have new
er been surpassed in this market. These Goods
were purchased in New York, Philadelphia and
Baltimore on the best terms, and are suited to the
general wants Of the Country. Buyers, and es-
pecially those buying for Cash, will consult their
best interests by an examination of this stock.
Staunton, April II lS55.-V. & A. copy.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-04-18
T0 Painters.

/ HAVE on hand large supply Of Linseed OIL,
Il Lewis Pure White Lead, and all the Paints
and Varnishes belonging to their business, also a
fine assortment Of Paint, Varnish and Sash Brush.
es. For sale by JAS. &. LAIRD,
~ Druggist.
Staunton, April 4, lS55.--Town papers copy.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-04-18
DISEASES OF THE EYE AND EAR.
Impediments in Speech.

WITH large opportunities for practice and re-
w search, in this country and in Europe, Dr..
GER0NDELO hes given special attention to
these distressing maladies with perhaps unusual
success He therefore respectfully announces to
those requiring professional aid, that he may be
consulted, for the present, at the Woodward
House. Staunton, from 10 IL NJ, and from 2 to
p. NJ.
Staunton. April q. lS55-3ts.
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SPIRITUAL TELEGRAPH,

TIME organ Of modern Spirtualism, Fourth
Il vol. commences in May. 1t contains the
fullest record extaut of Current Facts and opn-
ions on Spiritual intercourse. PUBLISHED WEEK
1T AT 81 PER ANNUM; also, all spiritual books
for sale by PARTRIDGE & BRITAIN,
April 10, ls55.-3m S42 Broad,csy, N. r
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1855-04-18
Tin. Copper and Sheet Iron,

Tin, Copper and Sheet Iron.
r TAKE this method of informing my friends
Il and the public generally that am now pre-
nared to manufacture every description of Tin,
Conner and Sheet Iron articles. Roofing, Spout
ing. Guttering and Repairing dome in the bes.
manner, and as low as il can be done by any one
else.
90 My shop is in the old Office of the Staun
ton Spectator, on Main Street. .,a
Stanton, March %. ls55.--2m
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Lock to Your Interest =
SPRING GOODS, SPRING GOODS.
Just 2eceired from the North.
STEINER, BROS. & CO.

WOULD respectfully inform their friends add
The public, that they have Just opened new
supply OF Spring Goods, which we will sell cheap
:. ''ah any oher house This side of the Mountains.
we return our sincere thanks to our customers for
tkeiI liberal patronage which We have received
10, 'ne past four years Our motto 10 "quick
sales and small profits"
STEINER, BROS. e. co, :.
Staunton, April 4, 1855.
~ ,.We have removed for short time to The
slose on Main st., formerly occupied BY Mr.. Cole
ward House. We will remose to COR old sand
~ week Or two' y, B. s. ca.