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Washington telegraph., 1855-10-10

TRAGEDY At Fort CALnoUN-A CORES
pondent of the New York Herald, writing
from Omaha. Nebraska Territory. under
date of Aug. 30!h-. gives the particulars of a
bloody affray at Fort Calhoun on the pre-
ceding day. 1t appears that the site was
designated by the Legislature as town.
Since that time it has laid idle, without CON-
plying with the law which requires certain
Improvements to be made. A squatter. by
the name of Davis, went on it about three
weeks before, and broke large number of
acres. On the 2Sth ult.. large number of
the members of ;he last Legislature went up
to oust Mr, Davis, but Davis was fortified in
a log-house. with four or five men to aid him,
and resisted, as he told them he would. He
said they must take him a corpse if they
took him at all 1t is worth mentioning Q
here that Davis agreed to yacate if they
would settle the title to the land by legal
proceedings; but their object was to dispos-
sess him BY. force. and then compel him to
bring suit. At nearly the first fire Mr.
Purple was shot in the arm. and the arm
broke. A Dir. Goss, from Iowa, was killed
dead. and two more wounded. During the
fight a parley was sounded. After three
invitations to three different persons for one
to be spokesman, Maj Cochran, from the
Bluff City. divested himself of bis arms and
approached Davis's cabin, when Davis told
| them that they-the outside party-had
killed his wife and children And there
the matter rested. at the date of the last ad-
vices.
Washington telegraph., 1855-10-10
From, the ST. Louis Republican,
Great Battle with tlse Indians.

Eighty 10 one hu'adred KiIied-Iadians
Completely Touted-AU the Camp
Equtpqge and Prorisioas Captured--
i1zericdl, loss fri1j1o
Washington telegraph., 1855-10-10

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Washington telegraph., 1855-10-10
From the Jackson iMiss) Merc,.ru
Letter from Hon. JpS. A. Wilc.-

The following letter from John A WI
cox, formerly member of Congress f,om
this State. now resident of San Anton;a
Texas, (Which we find in that able pana,
the "Conservative,') presents some facts
truly startling, and which should be consiS.
cred well by the people of Mississippi be.
fore casting their votes at the coming eler.
ton. We give the letter entire:
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-04-28

The SCHOOL QUESTION IN MAAcHU-
eErrs.-There appears to be some pspect
of passage by the new American rty of
the Massachusetts, Legislature, oil law
providing for the admission into Il COM
mon schools of children of the frican
race, on footing of equality with c des-
cendants Of the original Purtans This
may do for Massachusetts, perhaps pnt it
strikes us that it is poor expedieIpf aid
and comfort to the new American PITY in
Virginia. If the Know Nothingsf the
North choose to admit white, black id yell
low children upon the common lei of
equality into their public schools, tlKnow
Nothings of the Sonth must secet from
them, or be disbanded. No party the
South can cooperate with any partin the
North, which attempts to enforce, cially
or politically, this ultra abolition ctrine
Of amalgamation. OF late we ha, been
puzzled to guess and should like tknow
what are the national principlesf II this
new American party in Massachusts p
They hold the Legislature with scarly an
opl osing voice against themil e,theiouse.
What is the meaning of this new hi con.
sulting it in reference to the campgn of
1856? Is it a sectional or nationmoye.
mcnt ? measure of peace or agition ?
conservative or abolition We shod like
to know.-Neac York Herald.
Negro classmates for their sons, neg law.
yers, negro preachers, negro suitors fo their
danghters-anything will do for the rtans
of Massachusetts, except id furrner' such
as Lafayette, Koscisuko, De Kalb eubeu
and Hamilton.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-04-28
FELICIANA DEM0CAT.
spstiaI Metites.
Democratic State Central Commit

New ORLEANS, March 2lS55.
Pursuant to convocation, the Committee ~ tnis
evening. The President laid before the mecrs the
following letter and resolutions adopted at meet
,uu held at Baton Rouge on the lst Of Marcnst:
SENATE CHAMBER March 1856.
Dsar Sir. have been instructed TO trant to
vou the proceedings Of n Democratic maetbf the
members of the Legislature. BE kind cngh to
rive them publication. am sir, your obeot ser
want and friend,
II CHAs. J. vILLERE, Secary.
EMILE Ia SgRE Esq.
President of the Democratic State Cornftee.
Pursuant to public notice, the membcrof the
Democratic party of both Houses of the Leiature
Of the State of Louisiana met this day, 'lrsday
the LIST of March, 1855, at o'clock r. NJ, inc SEN
ate Chamber at Baton Rouge, for the purpDf suy-
cesting to the State Central Committee Of party
. day on which to call Conventipn to inmate
State officers at the next general election.
TIL, meeting was called to order by tho on. NJ.
RYAN. of Ran des. who nominated the III G. A.
BullaId of Natchitoches, rs Chairman, ande Hon
orablc Chas. J. yillcre as Secretary.
The Honorable G. H. Morrison, of ouach Offer
ed the following resolution which was unanously
adopted:
Resolved That we recommend to the ST Gen.
trail Committee of this State the third Mday Of
June next. asa proper time to hold gene State
Democratic Convention at Baton Rouge forc pnr-
pose of nominating candidates for the Sta Offices
to be elected at the next general election.
On motion the meeting adjourned sine die
CHAS A. BULLARD, Gilman.
CnAs. J. yii.LgEE. Secretary.
After the reading Of the same, Mr.. Harroflercd
the following resolutions, which were unanously
adopted:
Resotred That Democratic convention held al
Baton Rouge. on the third Monday tlsthf june
next. for the purpose of nominating candies fol
the Offices Of Governor, Licntcnant-Goyerr, Sec
retary of State. Attorney General State Insurer
Aud tor of Public Accounts and Supcrintient o.
Public Educat' on.
Resolred That the basis of representation sa't
Convention should be according to the usa of th
Democratic party: that is to say. one reprntativ
for every hundred Democratic votes. and onor CIV
cry fraction over fifty votes polled in thearishc
respectively at the general election held othe ~
of November. 1853.
Retoired, That the Democratic papers in tscvera
parishes be requested to publish the precc,g reso
iutions EMILE LA Sc.
President Democratic. State Central Conttee.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-04-28

MICHIGAN is REDEEMED THE )emo.
cratic banner again floats in triumL and
democratic ascendency is again firIy es-
tablished. From present appearanc,eight
tenths Of all the towns in the Stat, have
given Democraticmajorities And b elee-
tions have not gone by default on IL part
of the opposition. There has beeno lack
of effort to maintain the power oflsion-
ism. There has been no want of onniza-
ton among the banded gangs whicknfest
every part Of the State, and concer their
dark schemes in secret and at midnht.-
Everywhere the Democracy have m and
assalled the combined cohorts of flshism
Everywhere secret foe has lurked I'D an
open enemy appeared.
Detroit Free T1r.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-04-28

R<ay~ At the Henry Clay festival in New
York city, on the birthday of the departed
statesman, Rev. DR.. Osgood, in the course
of a brilliant speech, said:
"He was proud of the name American
citizen, and so was Henry Clay. Hemight
say that he who is named Samuel laugh
ter has some claim to that title; and no
might justify that claim by saying that his
fathers house stood on Bunker Hill and
that he glorifed in the tune Of Yankee
Doodle. But he did not mean to denounce
any man. The American citizen is he who
worshipped American ideas, no matter from
what country he came-American citizen
ship, fair play, and above board-no secre
cy--no fighting Jesuits by Jesuits-but a
fair field and the star-spangled banner for
ever. Laughter.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-04-28

bag~ The true American party of the
United States is that great National Dem
ocratic party, which, with its open organi-
zation, ayowed principles and devotion to
American institutions, has conducted our
country to its present lofty height Of pros
perity and greatness. Layingno dishonest
claims to what it does not possess, that
party is not the special friend of the
Catholic or the foreigner, but the equal and
strictly impartial friend of all over whom
the constitutions, State and Federal, ex.
tend the rights of citizenship.-Richn,ond
Enquirer.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-04-28
For the Spring and summer.
NEW GOODS.

IL OW receiving and opening, splendid sup
IN ply Of new goods for the
SPRING AND SUMNER,
at the OLD established house OF LEVI, BLOOM,
Il Co., which will be disposed OF on the most
reasonable terms.
Six tissue,
Barcges, fowered and plain,
PLAIN jacconet' organd!e, and dotted muslin,
Printed ribbed muslin,
Plaid and check glnghams,
Edging and tireai lace,
Ladies collars, cnemlsettcs and under sleeves
Handkcrchiefs PLAIN and embroidered,
Silk do
Gents cravats all kiuds,
Bonnet, cap, and belt Ribbons,
Trimmings for ladies dresses,
IRISH Llnens; brown, plaid, and check, do.
French and Attakapas coltonadcs,
Brown and bleacled domestlcs,
Fancy articles, &c.
Specs, Snnlls,
All knus OF fancy Linens for pants,
Perfumvry, large ana superior assortment
CLOTHING, BOOTS AND SHOES,
a large ANA superior stock oil fashionable
Clothing, and Hats, direct from New York.
Gents boots, Drogans, and Shoes
Ladies gaiters and bootccs,
Cnlldren's Shoes
The trading community are respectfully in
yited TO gave them II call.
all LEVI, BLOOM, Il Co.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-04-28

The CANE CRop.-Poor as the oung
cane of st. Mary looks, it is infnitelsupe-
rior to any we have seen between IL par
ish and New Orleans. In many plies, it
would be difficult to tell that cane hi been
planted, were it not that here andthere
green patches show that the plant is dcav,
orlng to raise its head above the pund.
AS to rattoons, no one calculates olthem
this year.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-04-28

FROM HAvANA.--The Black Warrior
arrived at New Orleans bringing dates to
the 10th inst.
The United States steamer Princeton was
still in port; officers and crew all well; off
the Moro spoke United States sloop of war
jamestown, Commander Ellison, bearing
the pennant of Commodore Crabbe, from
Norfolk, bound in; all well on board.
d. Peck, the person who was arrested at
Puerto Principe. comes passenger in the
Black Warrior. He was arrested by mis-
take and brought to Havana, but afterwards
released with the freedom of the Island,
excepting Principe, but as his business was
in that town he preferred going to the Uni
ted States.
Sixteen companies Of mulattoes are being
organized, to he attached to the Infantry Us
soon as arms are delivered to them.
The Mil tary commission was in session
last Friday and Saturday. Nothing had
transpired of their proceedings.
The Island was perfectly quiet.
We notice in the Gaceta that the Fiscal
of the Military Commission cites the follow
ing persons to appear within nine days at
the public tribunal of Havana, to answer
the charge of treason, viz: Jos Sanchez
Yzriaga, Jos de J. Munoz Manuel Guzman
Ramon Prieto, Miguel Cantero, J. OBourke
DR.. Jose Cardenas, and Vicente Castro,
under penalty of being sentenced in case of
absence. Most of those gentlemen are, we
believe in the United States.
The Gaceta publishes the decree for the
raising Of sixteen hundred troops, one-half
of whom are blacks and the others mulat-
toes, which are to be affected at the follow
ing places: six companies at Havana, two
at Matazas, three at Trinidad, one at PLcr-
to Principe, and four in the Eastern depart
ment of the Island. During the period OF
instruction and until they are called into
active service, they will dwell in their own
homes, wearing cockade and enjoying all
the privileges Of troops, according to law
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-04-28

THE ELEPHANT" ABouT.-P. L. Barnum
has on his farm near Bridgeport, Conn, a
large elephant. He is said to beyery docile,
walks three times as fastas fast as pair Of
horses, and drags large sub-soil plow. dri-
wing it from 16 to 2l inches deep. This
same animal was used in India to work ON
the roads, pile timber, DC, and it is said he
don't stick up his nose at any reasonable
work that his present owner places before
him.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-04-28

MILLS d. CLEVELAND,
Provision and Grocery Store,
ESpECTFULLY inform their friends and
the trading public, that they have on hand
a large and complete stock of
GROCERIES d. PROVISIONS,
together with well selected assortment of
Dry Goods, Hats, Boots, Shoes, Hardware,
and in fact every article in demand, for Family
or Plantation use
They are prepared to make advances on
Cotton consigned to OAKEY a. AWKINS,
and to afford all the facilities usual in their
line of business ala
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-04-28
HOTELS.-STAGE LINE.
II he nion II OF ell.
LATE CARMAN'S,)

LATE CARMAN'S)
N. 3. CORNER OF THE PUBLIC SQUARE,
CLINTON, LA.
AVING thoroughly repaired and refur
L nished this popular and well kfown hons
the undersigned are prepared to receive Boar,-
err and entertain Travellers. Their table vii
he furnished with the best the market can ai
ford, and no pains or cxertions VIII be spare
to please and accommodate those who ma,
favor them with their patronage.
LIVERY STABLES.
Connected with the Hotel is large ant
roomy stable Every attention will be paid T.
Horses placed at livery.
Horses, Buggcs, and Carriages, for hire.
,'l4 WORSHAM 4 DIXON.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-04-28

The CHINESE POPULATION OF CALIFoR-
MA continues to engross much Of the atten-
ton of the authorities of that State. In
the lower house of the legislature the sub
.ject being referred to a committee, two re-
ports have been the result. The majority
report advocates the exclusion of the Chi
namen from the mines while the minority
report takes the opposite view Of the
case. A Mr.. johnson has also introduced
into the Assembly bill which provides
that Immediately on the arrival of persons
not eligible to citizenship under the laws Of
the United States, the captain or consignee
of the vessel on which they may have been
brought shall file bond in the penal sum
of 800, conditioned that they shall not
commit any crime or misdemeanor during
their stay in the State.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-04-28
BUSINESS CARDS.
BST FURNITURE. FURNITURE, -Ep
ALWAYS ON HAND, AT THE STORE OF
E1. R. eAXs

G.1s - In x
SOUTH SIDE or THE PUBLIC SQUARE,
CLINTON. LA.
4fzSTr. CONSTANTLY RECEIVING,
large assortncnts of plain and
fancy Furniture, which he offers low for cash
or city acceptance; or on time, where the bill
IS accepted by any OF the respectable mercan-
tile houses Of Clinton.
His stock consists Of CABINET TURNI-
TURE Of every variety and quality from tho
plainest to the most highly finished; viz:
Bureaus, Secretaries, Sideboards Book cases,
Writing desks, Dining and Breakfast tables,
Extension dining tables Card and side tables,
Centre tables, Work tables, fancy and plain,
Wash stands, enclosed marble top and common,
Parlor and dining chairs, RIM Office chairs,
Mahogany, Walnut, Maple, Cane, Wood, and
Rush seats,
Rocking Chairs; large upholstered cushioned
seat, Large arm and Nurses rockers,
Cane Rush, and Wood seats,
Childrens Chairs of every variety,
Split bottom chairs, painted and plain,
BedstcAds Of extra size with cornicc, square
| and fluted posts, walnut,
Also common size walnut, cherry, sycamore,
and poplar, square, octagon and round posts,
Cottage Bedstcads, Lounges,
Childrcn's Cribs, large and small sizes,
Looking glasses Toilet standard glasses,
Parlor, mantle, and wall mirrors,
Sofas; walnut and mahogany, spring seat, ex-
ira large and medium size,
Double and single mattresses and feather beds,
Willow wagons, cradles, and chairs,
clothes and knife baskets,
Armores, walnut, cherry, and common,
| Safes; wire and tn walnut and common,
large and small sizes.
offer the above in lots to suit purchasers,
at as low prices as they can be procured from
the city, and in much better order and condi-
ton.
S@-Price Of high post and double Bed
steads eight and ten dollars. Extra large
posts with cornice: twenty, twenty-five, thirty
lfty-ive and sixty-fve dollars. ala
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-04-28

g9a- Some people will treat you very
cordially when you are alone with them.-
But just happen to meet them when rich
relative, highly respectable clergyman,
an ex-senator, or very fashionable aunt,
is present, and ten chances to one, they will
show their influential friends that they can
afford to treat you with indifference. Mark
it; if you wish to know the real feeling a
person has for you, observe his conduct to.
wards you in the presence of his superiors.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-04-28
Ihe klIlian II ouse.
N. W. CORNER OF THE PUBLIC SQUARE,
CLINTON, LA,

HIS well known establishment is now open
for the reception Of Boardcrs and the ac-
eomhnodation Of Travellers. The House has
undergone thorough renovation, and is now
IN complete order, and the proprietor will spare
neither pains or money in rendering It desi-
rable retreat for oil who may favor him with a
call
There is large and commodous STABLE
attached to the premises, and good and atten-
tive grooms. EVANS WHITE.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-04-28
s. LOOMS,
Saddle, Bride, and Harness Maker,

- ITO y NJ -,
Saddle, Bride, and Harness Maker,
"a / SOLICIT public attention to my
hA large stock of ready made work, and
the fine assortment of Leathcrs Saddle Bri-
die and Harness Hardware and Findings.
With such material on hand, and good and
faithful worknen feel assured of being able
to make and sell ut lower rates than has ever
been done in Clinton All desire is to at
tracttheattent lofcustomcrs. | can suit them.
Call at my shop and examine--let us get
acquainted, and am certain that can make
il your interest to address your orders to me.
No humhug about my shop.
NORTH SIDE OF THE SQUARE
is the best mandatory of the kind in the
State. Ia
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-04-28
LILLIAN LDER'S
Clinton and Baton Rouge Daily Line, Of

NJ A L s T A G E s.
6IIsss..,.a.s. HAVING resumed the manage
EE.ia1.e1@ ment Of the Mail Stage Line, be-
tween Clinton, Baton Rouge, and Jactson,
the Undersigned would respectfully inform the
travelling public, that his Coaches will run
each way, EVERY DAY In THE WEEK,
excepting Sundays, leaving Clinton and Baton
Rouge, at 9 o'clock, AN.
FARE.
From Clinton to Fran Baton Rouge, to
Baton Rouge, SO 90 Clinton, ....s3 90
Jackson, -. 90 jackson .... 2 so
Mt. W,llng,.. 90 Mt. Willing. 2 90
Plains, ...... 2 so Plains, ... | so
pA- Every attention paid to the comfort and
convenience Of passengers.
mar "a WIN. ELDER.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-04-28
Gold and Silver spectaoles,

o4k-l% HAVING superior facilities for
SI20glI the prompt and faithful execution
of strictly Cagri &c md Buggy making and
repairmg Busiaess invite public attention to
my establishment None but finished work
men are in my employ, and no inferior or old
fashioned work will be found on hand
Arrangements have been made for receiving
the best material now in use, for completing
every style of running gear, body, painting and
trimming, which taste or wealth can desire.
All kinds of repairing done Mt the shortest
notice to insure neatness and durability. All
work warranted, with proper usage. ala
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-04-28

Hss~ The Legislature of New York on
the l4th inst, adjourned sine de.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-04-28
CONFECMIONARY AND FAMILY
GROCERY.

HE UNDERSIGNED, thankful for the
| liberal patronage which he has received for
series Of years during which his efforts to
please and accommodate, he trusts, has afford
ed general satisfaction with the view of in
crcasing hatapprobation and support has made
large and valuable additions to his present ex-
tensve assortment.
He is prepared to furnish Balls, Soirees,
Weddings, Assemblies, Dinner Parties (publc
or priyate), and social gatherings, of whatever
kind, with every article required.
1t would be to the interest Of country mer-
chants and Others to call examine, and leave
their orders
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-04-28

.. p. LANewoRrnY. looo. NORWOOD rJLDEN.
NGWORIHY d. TILDEN,
DrugglsCs ana ApoLnecafl IS,
AND DEAI.glt5 IN
BOOKS AND STATIONERY.
A WELL selected assortment OF Perfume
II ry, Toys, and Fancy Goods.
Muse ana Musical Instruments.
Pants, Oh, Lead, and Varlllsh,
Brushes OF all kinds,
Fne Cutlery, Razors, and Soap.
DeA.Sue Auy, basement Oh fourth page.
ala BhICA hOW-CLINToN, LA.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-04-28

NOTICE OF COPAkTAEKolllP.
MMANU Ell ROGiLLlO become atpart-
/. ncr in onr business in Clinton, on the 18th
natant. Tie business will hereafter be CON
iucted under the name and style of MILLS,
CLEVELAND x Go.
AL MILLS & CLEVELAND.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-04-28

1856. |. N. LEMON. 1856.
Wholesale hlrAi. DEALER IN
Irugs, Medicines, and Chemicals.
YE-WOODS AND DlESTUFFS,
IL OILS, Pants, and Painters ARTICLES; Var
nishes, WINDOW Glass, Putty, Glassware,
Perfnncry, F,nc Soaps,
HAIR, tooth, nall, hat, paint, and clothes
Brushes,
Surgical and dental Instruments,
Trusses and supporters, all kinds,
Patent and proprietary Medicines; oil sorts,
Letter, cap, ana fancy Paper; Inks,
Pure Medicinal Wines anu Brandles,
Field and garden Seeds; fresh,
Toys, Shoe brushes and blacking,
Razors, fine socket Knives, Table Cutlery,
Shcool Books by various authors.
Dy-l offer goods equally as low as they can
be obtained from any similar establishment in
this section, all warranted to be
FRESH AND GENUINE.
ORDERS FROM THE COUNTRY filed and salts
faction guaranteed, with regard both to price
and qualiyt.
PHYSICIANS PRESCRIPTIONS will
receive my personal attention at all hours O
teh day and night IA
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1855-09-14
LAW LNTELLI4EYNCIE.
SUPREME COURr-GCNEEiL TERN-scp,. D.-Beiofs
Judges MITCHELL, ROOSEVELT, and Means.
.-.-n. ~. ...r

sUPhEME COURr-GCNEEiL TERN-Sept. l3.-Beiofs
Judges MITCHELL, ROOSEVELT and MosRis.
AftEdrD NONRESIDENT THE STATE.
Hsrlbut, swccts-r Co. .st i.sse D. seeley
Plaintiffs ara merchants in New-fcrk. Thoy Oh
tanned aacl fom Judge Roosevelt against tho prop
stty Il Mt Scelcy Forreis vls stnnbcn County Ia thS
Sato. claim % SiJgda alleging that MI occiey 80
n0urcsrt this State bcnr resident OF hndson 81 CroA
County Wisconsin aud Sheriff Of 5enbsn toos posse'i:e
tho property o real esfsfs ana STOCK oI foooA
Mf denyns tt hc "a. resident OF t$on
sin bat rsasnt u liarnss,ls, where h ~ho ana
family ent nnsA 20 rv,id- thai owing 10 the smallpox nav
ia bekrr ogt svs kerptas people nom trsdirs
,hsf, .n - hs dpwih isa masins the farmer poor IN
~ ty h es f,l - 30 per cent, AMI be ~a Induced -
- c,ft'n 81 hs sols O. Wsconsa With stew 70 theu
- ca Bic hnn - pay hi Gsbs. and hat he did - By
.,t a tiar bet sststsef Co hwns presus como To
s. N,st anA that tAey sli him additional goods toa hs
% a. ~ "a II Judgment Tor - 90 sad Ss<tinz
H. fs r,tea srns thsm tho ToeJJ with yiew -
s up hs .ssftett sna tns he % his vay bach u
n.sns,ls IA Tally uhea tho Sscnd served tbs Msoh-
..t asa tAas q hls tnnaa 90 retain bis resicooe ~
uv,.,uis aai sna hs e!sk ake charge Of the eors
Nu.i Is ssas thst NJ. Sselsy owed 20 diaer
ss as,vhaas la ths CITY ss'Sg, Of watch tS.si ws 70
ttustst s~vssssf n 60
ea.s ts~l-s stvassi iajanetioe sayns proceedings
.. bs hsss and the as,ie< W slev essss. JaAss
s.ko Asaat, osasisf'n< Mr. s-sley
t., M h.. lsa svseat 81 tAs stats sad thai aStarA
..e., sla 40 asssss hs property In tAs state
.s.iss. APvs.l uaais Arsassas prssaisA Ma.us
i.is rs~iry @s ssiatids sai Msss N uts
..a A } rssp 81 Ms, pNs,1a rstsSsA