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Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16
WRECK AND LOSS OF LIFE.

Captain Button, of the bark Clara
Windsor, states that on March 10Th he
saw wreck to leeward, which proved to
be the schooner John Clark, which had
been struck by squall and filled water.
The men were left without food or water.
but on the next day obtained a keg of
crackers that were wet with salt water,
after which they got bucket of vinegar,
some shark-liyer oil and some camphene.
The fifth day after the catastrophe, the
captain, mate, steward and two men died,
and the renaaining men had nothing to eat
for eight days previous to being taken off,
those that died went crazy previous to
death. They state that they saw two diff
ferent vessels, one of which, fishing
schooner, came so close to them that they
could see the man at the helm; the other
came so close that they hallowed to them,
so that the vessel hove to and came close
up under their lee, and after surveying
CneHI put UHCTI HSITu UP, anu Evr {
away. without offering any assistance
All were living at that time, and but for
it being before daylight, could have read
her name as the letters were then indis-
tinctly visible. The weather was good.
and nothing to hinder them from saving
all hands. The names of the two saved
are Robert McRray, Captains SON. and
Charles Lowell.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16
Finley johnson. ESQ.

The readers of the Herald, are, for the mosi
part, acquainted by reputation, with the gen
tleman whose name heads this article Dur
ing the past six months they have been favor
ed with many of his beautiful poems which We
have from time to time culled from the princi
pal literary magazines and papers of the coun
try. Among the number SO spoken Of are
the following -" Woman, Gentle Woman
The POarer of Loue'- She Died so Young
3" The Road to Fame =" True Nobility
"SpeakKimdlyt to the Erring" - Al0me, AlOae"-
q Wlslt thou Lore Mew These are beautiful
productions, and, no doubt, well remembered
by many of our headers.
We have the pleasure of announcing that
FINLEY JOHNSON is about to become regular
contributor to our columns, which announce
ment we believe will be alike pleasureable te
our readers as ourself In our next will ap
pear poem from his pen, entitled, q The Msps
strelsg of Nature"
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16
Rapidity of Electricity.

In the original experiments, by Prof.
Wheatstone, to-ascertain the rapidity with
which electricity is transmitted along cop
per wire, it was found that an electric
spark passed through space Of 288,O00
miles in second. 1t has been determine
ed that the rapidity of transmission tbro'
iron wire is $4,000 miles second, whilst
it does not exceed 2,700 in the same space
of time in the telegraph wire between
London and Brussels, great portion of
which is submerged in the German Ocean.
The retardation of the force in its passage
through insulated wire immersed in wa
ter, is calculated to have an important
practical bearing in effecting telegraph
ic communication with America, for it is
stated by Professor Faraday that in a
length Of 1000 miles, three or more waves
of electric force might be transmitting at
the same time, and that if the current be
reversed, signals sent through the wire
might be recalled before arriving at Am
erica.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16
State Agricultural Society.

A meeting Of the Executive Committee of
the New Jersey State Agricultural Society
was held at the Park House, in this city, yes
terday. Mr. John c. Deacon, of Burlington
County, was elected to fill vacancy in the
committee. Mr.. Thomas Bell was elected to
fill vacancy of Vice President for the Second
Congressional District. DR.. Marshall Paul
was elected as Vice President for the Fourth
Congressional District The Committee on
preparing Schedule of Premiums, reported
finally the report was accepted and ordered
printed. This will be circulated in few DAYS.
1t was decided to hold the Fair on Tuesday
Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, the 18th,
10th, 10th and 2lst of September. A Com
mite, consisting of Messrs. Frazee, Bell and
Cornell, was appointed to engage speakers for
the Exhibition. A Premium Reaping and
Moving Trial was ordered to be had in East
Jersey for three silver cups for the best COM
biaed Reaper and Mower, and the best Reaper
and the best Mower A Committee of Messrs.
G.. Hartshorne, B. Haines and j. M Ryerson
was appointed to superintend the test and Sc
cure the ground for the same. This trial, we
are informed, will very probably axe place in
the vicinity of Newark The Special Commit
tee on securing the ground for the Fair re-
ported favorably Of site at Camden, and were
authorized to enter into engagements for the
same. 1t was resolved that no permission will
be granted by the Society for the sale Of ar
dent spirits within the Exhibition grounds
Seeds Potatoes. &c, for general distribution,
were presented. After the transaction Of some
further business, the Committee adjourned to
meet at the West Jersey Hotel, in Camden, on
the 18th of June .-Newark Mercury.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16
GREAT BARGAINS
AT
ID. MI. & r.. G. RUE'S,
FREEHOLD, az. ].

FREEHOLD, ~. j.
TRY GOODS 20 PER CENT CHEAPER THAN
- ever. They have just received one of the most
extensive and desirable Stocks Of Foreign
AND DOMESTIC DRY GOODS.
ever offered to the inhabitants Of Monmouth County.
Having the past season reduced their stock unusual
ly low, which enables them to offer almost an entire
NEW STOCK OF SUMMER GOODS,
which have just been purchased at the present very
low prices. Their stock comprises, in part,
LADIES' DRESS GOODS,
of every description--plan, plaid striped and bro
cade Silks, of all qualities; very large stock Of
Black Silk of the best make the market can produce
Alpacas, Bombazines, Musine de Beige, Barege and
Challi de LANES, French Jaconett and Lawns plain
and figured Bareges, embroidered and plain Cling
hams, Prints, &C.
MEMS WEAR.
Cloths, Cassimeres, Tweeds, Jeans Vestings, pant
and coat Linens, of every style; Bonds and Lucas
Stripes, in large quantities. together with very
heavy stock Of Sheetings, both linen and cotton
Lurier and Cotton Pillow Case Muslins, Shifting
Muslins, Table Diapers, Damask Towelings, Elan
nels, Stripe Shirtings, &c.
GROCERIES, DRUGS, MEDICINES,
Paints Oils, Hardware, Iron and Steel, China and
Glassware, Looking Glasses, &C., &c.
b~B~ Those in want of goods in our line, will find
it to their advantage to give call before supply
ing themselves our stock is complete in all its
various branches and greater bargains will be offer
ed than ever before known.
D. NJ & R. c. RUE.
Freehold, May 16, 1856 29-tf
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16
GOMORRAH.

A French traveller, Mons. De Saulcy,
processes to have discovered the ruins Of
this ancient city, now bearing the name Of
Charbet- Goumran, or Oumran, on the
borders Of the Dead Sea. They extend
over a space of more than six thousand
yards, and their very name, given by the
Arabs, indicates their identy with tie an
Gent city destroyed by fire from heaven
Neither sacred nor profane history gives
any hint of the existence of any other city
on this site; and the ruins are very abun-
dant-mounds covered with rubbish
avenues of upright stones in good preser-
walton, &C., covering space of about four
English miles, and located at the northern
part of the Dead Sea, they seem to the
traveller, to be beyond question, the re
mains of that exceedingly wicked city. :
Further explorations may be necessary to
the establishments of the fact in minds less
sanguine.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16
Another Highly Important Political
Movement.

At a spontaneous and very spirited meet
ing consisting of three respectable gentle
men, more or less, held at Bloomfield
Cottage on Thursday last, it was unani
mously,
ResolUed, That in view of the present
scarcity of candidates for the Presidency
it is incumbent upon us as good american
citizens to dig out a good and available
man for that post.
Resoived, That the Army and the Law
have had, between them all the Presidents
from WASHINGTON to PIERCE; and that
we think that that is enough.
Resolved, That it is but just and right
that the defenders of wooden walls should
share the honors Of the Republic equally
with the defender of earthen ramparts:
and that it is much better for President
to have been to sea before his nomination
than to get adrift after his election.
Resolved, That entertaining these senti.
ments, we appreciate the motives Of our
brethren who have nominated Commo-
dores LAW and VANDERBILT, and look for
a return of the same good feeling upon
their part toward us; wherefore, with
great confidence, be it
Resolved, That we present to our fellow
American citizens for nomination to the
highest post in their gift, that full blood
ed, thoroughbred, square-toed american
Commodore ANDREW HEATH, commander
of the United States Mail Steamer WASH
INcToN, now plying daily between Camden
and Philadelphia, through the terrible
passage of Smiths Island Canal
Resohed, That of the qualifications o.
our nominee it is useless to say much; for
as he already commands the father of his
country he is of course competent to com
mand the country itself.
Resolved, That we now dispense to look
after the funds necessary to put this spec
ulation through.
The proceedings of the meeting having
been forwarded to Commodore HEATH, he
Immediately replied BY telegraph that he
blsshed and referred them to JOHN H
JONES and DR.. CoATs for further particu
lars.-Candea, Democrat.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16

FALL OF BRIDGE.-The new bridge
recently erected over the Passaic River,
above the falls, fell on Thursday morning
at the time the test Of 20 tons was applied.
There were about 80 persons on the struc-
ture at the time it gave way the most OF
whom were precipated into the water
Two persons were somewhat injured
This is the second suspension bridge that
has been put over the river at this point.
1t was erected by a gentleman who owned
lots on the further side of the river and
was constructed of wood, with some 200
feet span.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16
BOARD OF FREEHoLDERs

The annual meeting of the Board of Chosen
Freeholders, of this county, was held at the
Court House, on Wednesday and Thursday
last.
The Board organized by appointing HENRY
HowLALD, of Ocean township, Director, and
JEHU Patterson, Esq, of Freehold, Clerk.
There were several candidates for County
Collector, but the election resulted in the choice
of PEARSON HENDRIcKsoN, Esq, of Shrewsbury
the former Collector
A plan for improvements to Court House
drawn by SAMUEL SLOAN of Phila., was adopt.
ed. The estimated cost of carrying oat his
plan is from $4,000 to s., 600. This, we learn
was the most important business transacted
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16

In this Village, Sunday morning last Mrs
CATHARlNE Isle, aged about IS years.
Near Garrett Hyer's Tavern. on Friday last, Mr.
JOS HYERS, aged about So years.
At his residence, on Cream Ridge, on the 25th ult.
after short, but severe Illness APOLLO MEIRS,
aged 81 years.
Near Prospertown, Upper Freehold, the 18th
ms, JOHN EMLEY, aged Sc years. He has been a
member of the Methodist Church for SO years.
In Upper Freehold on the 9Th inst, Miss ACHSAH
COX, aged " years
At New Egypt, on the 18th ult., JAMES R. COMP
TON, aged 81 years
Near Chapel HILL on Saturday, April I'd, Mr.. EDEN
D. CARAlAN, aged about SIS years
At Morristown, on Saturday last, HANNAH, wife
of Mr.. Samuel Barker aged about Al years, former
" of Staffordshire England.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16

manner in his power, he is But laying deep
plan-scheming Der inevitable Epin- If Louis
NAPOLEON can, by humbugging England, and
by loaning her assistance (the services Of q
few corps of French soldery,) get the whole
English forces to the seat of war, and Russia
kills or captures them--while England is minus
protective force, he can quietly pop down
upon her. and by the stratagem, accomplish
what the great original BoNAPARrR had SO
long and ardently, yet yainly assayed to accom-
plish-her ruin.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16

GT Mothers who have lost children will at
once feel the truthfulness of the following
sketch by Phiz James:
DO you know this lady that your little boy
has been sitting by ~ enquired friend whilo
seated in the cabin of the steamboat. | re-
piled in the affirmative. Well" said he,
you can tell me whether am right in my
conjecture. Charlie was sauntering around,
as he is doing now, when she smilingly eoaxed
him to come to her. Lifting him on to the
seat, she stroVe with all a mothers tack to
please him. Now and then I observed trem-
ulousness of the lip, and a sobblng kind of sigh
would force its way, Notwithstanding her OPP
parent effort to prevent it when tired of be-
ing still Charlie slid down to the floor, and
again commenced his wanderings She turned
round to the window, and leaning her head on
her hand, gazed on the water Clearly her
thoughts were not with us, and when / saw q
tear hastily wiped from her cheek, thought,
well, said /, / thought that Charlie reminded
her of boy she had lost not long ago, and
that when looking at the river memory was
kneeling at the grave of her child, and the
tear that saw was dropt on the grass that
covers it, Yes, you are right, said; very
interesting boy was taken from her, few
weeks ago, and the likeness of our little one
to him, has been frequently remarked; like too
many others, she possesses no miniature of him;
to procure one a short time ago would have cost
but little trouble or expense; now a world
would NOT purchase one.v
We would be pleased if We could induce all
of our readers that have not yet visited ARD
Gallery, opposite the Academy, Main st., to
DO SO as soon as possible, as he will leave
us very soon. His pictures are far superior to
those usually taken by country operators
fully equal to the best we have ever seen. He
takes them rapidly and lifelike seldom reeuir
ing more than one sitting of a few seconds.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16
NOTICE.

The undersigned, Publishers and Proprie
tors of the Monmouth Democrat, Mogmonlh In
q~irer, Neso Jersey Standard, and MonmontJ
Weekly Henaad, hereby agree to make tht
terms Of payment for their respective papers
from and after the first day of April, 1855, in
varably in adyance-and not to deviate from
the rule, except by mutual agreement ant
notice And they also agree to make all tran
sent Advertising and transient Job Work, (sc
far as the respective amounts can be arrived
at at the time) payable strictly when ordered
or delivered.
JAMES S. YARD,
Monmouth Democrat
ORRIN PHARO,
80 Monmouth Inquirer.
HENRY MORFORD,
Nes0 Jersey Standard.
JOHN c. S. CONNOLLY,
Non. Weekly Herald.
February Sd, 1856.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16
AGENTS FOR THE HERALD.

MarlborOugh.-A. W. HOBART.
Middlctoacm Point Gro. W. BELL.
Keyport.-EusEBIUs M. WALL1NG.
R.s Rau. BILYEU & VANDEayEER.
~ Jos. W. BORDEN, ESQ.,
Edtontoion. JAMES WEST.
Long Branch-JoHN A. MoRFoRp, ESQ.
Colts Neck Lew ScoBEY.
Hoimdeu-THos. W. THoRNE.
Englishtoson.--PETER CLAYTON.
Jansesburgh.-Jos: II. mcgee.
Freehold Corner .-JNo. 81. DAVIS.
s2yo.p. e;u, WIN. H. & C. JEWELL.
JAS. LLOYD.
xf, JNo. B. CLAYTON.
f THos. ARMSTRONG.
Blue BaU.-H. FoRMAN.
Eo~AJo,. FL. WAINWRIGHT.
fa''''nsa0ls JNo. S. BARTON.
- p-uu DR.. A. A. HIGGINs.
"'q"1" f'~gS ELISHA ERRIcKsoN.
Point Pkasaat -WM. ERRIcKsoN.
TOMS Rirer. -HENRY NJ. DUNHAM.
BalrvsrsLle-WM PENN TILroN.
Jacksom's Mills. -CoRNELIu CLARK.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16
N. J. Historical Society.

The next regular meeting of the Society
will be held in Newark, on Thursday, the 18th
inst. During the sitting Biographical sketch
of Governor Robert Houston will be read by
Mr.. VIM. "A. Whitehead and at halfpast
P. M, paper "0n the SuFerings of the
Prisoners confined on board the British Prison
Ships in Wallabout Bay during the Revoln-
tionary War;" will be read by George Taylor,
Esq, Of Brooklyn, N. Y. The members and
their friends willdne together in the afternoon
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16
SPECIAL NOTICES,

d. NJ. & R. c. Rue, have jest received q
fine stock of Spring and Summer Goods which
they are selling at low prices. Give them .
CALL
r. L. TlLroN, No As Courtlandt St., N. Y,
calls attention to an extensive lot of Ready
Made Clothing for Spring and Summer wear
Mr.. TlLToN is well known in this county, and
those who are inAhe habit of purchasing Cloth
ing in the city, will do we'll to give him call
See advertisement in another column.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16
nea- We learn from the Atlantic tba

n@- We learn from the Atlantic that a
Brass Band has been organized at Middletown
Point. composed of the following gentlemen:-
R. W. Nancy DR.. j. L. milford, Jos. N.
Brown, VIM. Fountain, VIM. A. Dunlap, AL
fred s. Dunlap, Robt. Grifiths, G. B. Tossing,
W. S. Murphy, and T.sB. Tilton. 1t is their
intention to make their debut on the Fourth
of July.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16
Relics of OIden Times.

The editor of the Jersey City Sentine
has been presented by Abiel Abbot, Esq.
whose lady is a member of the Bartlett
family, several publications used in thai
family. Josiah Bartlett was one Of the
signers Of the Declaration of Independ
ence. These consist of sermons of the
Wesley and Whitfield stamp, one of them
printed as far back as 1920. The style
of printing is quite curiosity.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16
Blacks7nithing!

TINE SUBSCRIBER WOULD INFORM THE IN
habitants of BLUE BALL and surrounding neigh
borhood, that he is carrying on the Blacksmith
ing business in that Village and is prepared to exc
cute all orders in his line at short notice and on
,sonable terms.
70 Horse Shceing and Job Work Of every des-
cription win be punctualy and substantially done
Thankful for favors already extended, he would
respectfully solicit all in want of anything in bis line
to give him call.
WNfs ROGERS. JF.
Blue Ball, May I'd, 1858: 27-tf
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16
I.UMLRER
R. J.. Tilton's
CLOTHING WAREHOUSE.

NO As Courttaad St., neeg Ggeeauich.
TINE SUBSCRIBER, BEING BURNED OUT IN
Fulton street, wishes to call the attention of his
friends and the public to his New Store and entire
new stock Of
SPRING. AND SUMMER CLOTHING.
just manufactured, and at prices which will defy
competition. His stock is composed Of all the rev
styles of Goods which is in market, and bought for
cash. which enables him to sell at very low prices
Particular attention given to Custom Work, which
will be executed at the shortest notice
New York May Is, 1855 29-tf
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16
CONFECTIONERY AND FRITTT

TOS. CONNIE, WOULD RESPECTFULLY IN
y form the citizens of Freehold add vicinity that
he has taken the Confeco cry Store formerly oceu-
pied by David Fate son, opposite tie Court House,
where lie will at all times he pea ed to receive calls
from the Ladies asd Gant.en G..
aes%a lie inteids to keep constantly on hand good
2AAS supply of every article in his lire, such as
4 Oranges, Lemons, Pine-Apples, Figs. Prupes,
Candies Of every variety Apples Pies, Cakes, Oys-
tiers in their season, &c, &c
Also-Always on hand ~ SMITH's PHILApEL-
PHIA ALE and MIERs PORTER, 81 the best man.
ufactured. Give us a call
JOS. CONNIE.
Freehold, May 8, 1856 2s-tf
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16
A CURIOUS CASE.


On the 9th of March last, a draft for
$3.50 Oh, from the banking house Of H
W. Conner, Charleston, S. c., in favor Of
John w. Downing, of Chestnut street
Philadelphia, was by some accident mis-
directed, and found its way to New York
where it was sent to the house of cooper
by trade, named John M. Downing, in his
absence. Subsequently, on the advice Of
a lawyer, he drew the money and deposit
ed it with Mr.. Riggs, the banker. A few
days ago Nj. John w. Downing, of Phil
adelphia, had John NJ. arrested, who can
didly stated how he obtained the money
and promptly handed it over. He has
however, been held to bail on charge Of
forgery, to await a further hearing.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16

nP A we'll made counterfeit Of the 500
gold pieces is now in circulation. It is
Of precisely the same circumference as the
genuine coin, but is not as thick. It is
valued at $13 so. The coin may be de-
tected by observing the word "sold,' in
small raised letters on the bottom of the
head
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16
POSTSCRIPT.
ARREST OF BAKER i

We stop the Press to announce the cap
ture of BAKER, the murderer of Poole
He was brought to New York this morn
ing, on the clipper Grapeshot, Capt. HEP
BURN. He is now secured in the Tombs.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16

Bsa- At Banking House in St. Louis.
the Republican recently noticed nugget
of gold, weighing some 1856 ounces, and
valued at $1,000. 1t was perfectly pure,
with scarcely a speck Of quartz in it,
This lump formed part of recent remit
tancc from California"
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16

BA Captain D. Woodruff has opened
recruiting Office in Paterson, for the pur-
pose of procuring enlistments in the new
Rife Regiment of the q. S. Army. There
are now, we believe, five recruiting sta
tons in this State.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16

MEANNEss.--T The Boston Herald tells Of
a laboring man who, at the peril OF his
life, stopped runaway horse in that CITY,
and who, after running a mile or two,
and spending half an hour to hunt up the
owner, was presented with sac cents as q
reward for his trouble.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16
parOn Monday morning last. man name,

bD-On Monday morning last man named
CorrREI, was'unloading a load Of mari at the
Freehold Depot, near the mari track, when
his horse became frightened at an approaching
train ana 6amped Immediately upon the track.
The train strnek the horse and broke both his
fore legs SO badly as to member it necessary to
at once put an end to his life; which was done
by knocking him in the head with an axe
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16
To Contributors.

We are obliged to postpone until our next
issue, several articles intended for this, in con-
sequence of not receiving them in time.
L. g. Rive will write you in a few
DAYS
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16
FIRE AT SANDY HOOK.

SANDY Hook, May 8.-Ihe Govern
ment House on Sandy Hook, known as
the Cave House, occupied by I. Martin
and Others, was totally destroyed by fire
this morning.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16
LIQUOR SOLD IN NEW YORK.

There are upwards of 1000 places
where liquor is sold in New York, Of
which the large number of 1886 have
been licensed up to the present month";
The estimated profits Of the liquor trade
to the hotels alone, is set down at over
100000 a year. The profits of the four
principal hotels is given as follWs:
st. Nicholas, $4,000
Metropolitan. $4,000
.Astor, $4,000
New York, 10000 &
The above hotels have raised the price
OF board to three dollars per day, to make
up for the loss of their liquor profits.
Monmouth weekly herald. [volume] (Freehold, N.J.) 1854-1860, 1855-05-16

nsa- Mayor Wood has been informed that
another cargo of Belgian paupers has been
shipped to the United States, and that they