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Bedford inquirer. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1857-1884, 1859-08-05

Casslus vi. Clay, Esq, furnished 10 the eai-
tor of the Louisville journal the following i'm
portant endorsement Of the curative effects of
alcohol IN eases Of bites or stings of Yenenous
reptiles or Insects. Readers should preserve
tie extrFcf:
GENTLEsfsN:--I saw in your Yesterdays
Journal, that citizen ef Lewis county, Ky,
had died If the bite of rattlesnake, after all
tia usual remedies had been tried Now it
would be well to know that alcoholic spirits is
certain specific for the bites os all reptiles
and poisonous insects. This is too well known
TO be disputed question Ne we're all aston
lshed in the West few years ago, when dis
tngpished clergyman died in New York City,
from the bite OF half torpid rattlesaake, in
the midst Of the 'learned faculty.' But I
write this now because of recent occurrence
ia MY own family of a poisonous bite. On
Friday last M son, aged n.arly twelve years,
took off his shoes and went cunning amid the
white clover. He says be was bitten oa the
toe by something, and was afraid to return to
look after It. This was about z. H.; at 7
bis toe was badly swollen, as vas his foot.
throat, and the Jaw on the same side, and the
lip aud eye, which began TO be quite paufcl.
We immediately gave him apple brandy, tvery
hI9h prooil ana ln the course of an hour had
taken near piut before be began to chow the
effects Of il iu disposition to sleep. At pine
he was asleep; TIA swelling had ceased to in
crease, lis pulse was full, little quick and
irregular, but in the mornlng the sweling was
egeTyvhere somewhat reduced, aud although
he complained Of lille nausea at the stom-
aeb, ha ate his several meals during the day,
and experienced no other effect from the large
quantity Of brandy which he drank. This
morning he is running about as usual. omit
ted to state that we bound saleratus en- his toe
till We sent fer snms ammonia, with which We
moistened the saIerasus, This was upon the
'heosy that the poison is an acid, aud any al
za.i viii answer, though ammonia is thought
to oe the best. So confident was / in the sue
cess of the remedy, thai never even sent for
the learned faculty at all, whose reluctance
to adopt and recommend this we'll known rem
edy is curious subject of speculation.
Your obedient servant,
Bedford inquirer. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1857-1884, 1859-08-05

Wo are indebted to our hand,ome friends Of
the Blair County Wig, fer very flattering
notice of our late flying visit to Holidays
burg, Tho tribute is merited and correct, bar
ring the military titles-bat we arc snxiously
waiting for the next war. The "Major" will
tnen 40 doubt become General, aud the
"CoIonei" be promoted to Oommander-in-C Chief
Bedford inquirer. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1857-1884, 1859-08-05

Since our last issue, We made O short Visit to
Blair County, and sojourned very pleasantly
for few days WITH some friends at Spang'o
Mills. Whilst the-e, we made number of
clever acquaintances-who By variety of pas
times enabled US to enjoy good time general
ly. The country in that vicinity is delightful
the scenery equals the fuest in the State--
whilst fertile soa and improved highways
combine TO make an industrious people happy.
a harvest has been lately gathered there, such
as has not been equalIed for years.
During cur stay in Blair W. had pleas
ant evening drive to uarlios5urg, over lie
pew turnpike road which leads through one
Of the most wealthy parts Of the beautiful val
ley OF the Cove. We there met some old ac-
qaaintances, and scme others with whom #e
bope to become better acquainted.
A drive over to Hollidaysburg added also
20 the pleasure of our stay. We thers met a
number Of acqaaiotances aud friends, the warm
grasp Of whose friendly hands We were glad to
feel. HolIidaysOurg is city IL niaiatule--
and We were agreeabiy surprised to see the ex-
tent to which business is there carried on.-
Several large Faruqces are there in active op-
GRAFTON, wills: Rail Road and other public i'm
provements favor greatly the dWellers in that
mountain eneircled town.
at the Maria Forges we witnessed the IN
tefesting process of making blooms, and as We
saw the almost naked workmen at their fires,
We could not help thinking of swarthy old
Vulcan, whom Venus loved,) laboriug at his
smoking forge. Love is ever capricious, but
that the Goddess of Beauty should have ever
been made to fall in love with the God of the
Blacksmiths, is one of the wonders Of Mythol-
ogy that we could never perfectly comprehend.
With adequate protection, such as is contend
ed for By the Peoples party, this would be one
Of the richest portions of Gods moral vine-
yard.
To Col. L. l.. Moore, tho present excellent
and popular Manager of these Iron Works, and
others, to Maj. Osterloh, and others, Of Hol-
lidaysburg, aud Col. Beegle, of St. Clairsvile,
we would return thanks for sundry kind atten-
tioos during our absence. May their shadows
increase with tho aight of time.
An exchange of the monotonous labors of
ths sauctum for the quiet country and cool re-
treats of nature, il pleasure that none but
those who have experienced can appreciate.
Bedford inquirer. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1857-1884, 1859-08-05

The newly accredited Belgian Ambassador to the
O. States, and snite, are on visit to the Bedfori
Springs. Tbey pat up at Mrs. Filters
Bedford inquirer. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1857-1884, 1859-08-05

Pennsylvania STATE Journal This is
the title of now weekly paper just started in
Philadelphia. 1t supports the Peoples Party
with much spirit, and promises to be of great
service in the good cause. Il is largo paper
and neatly printed. Reuben G. Orwig & Go.
Terms 50 per annum. Subscribe fof it.
Bedford inquirer. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1857-1884, 1859-08-05
"One more unfortunate
Rashly imporiunate,
Gone to his death. -

Gone 10 bis death.
Let tue grave cover his errors-let them bo
yelled in oblivion, and let us 10 charity TO frail
humanity only remember his virtues. even if
fattery cannot 'tsootlie the dull, cold ear Of
DEATH" We al! have our faults Let US think
of themsand try to reform .hem before we speak
''trumpet- tongued against the deep damnaton
of his taking off"
Col. Hofus had been perceptibly falling for
year past, but it was only since May that be
became very bad. His eye sight failed, aad be
became taelturn. Il seemed, too, IS If be look
Cd for speedy dissolution, as OILY week be-
fore his death, be employed tho services of
friend to destroy large number of letters end
arrange his papers. Friends advised him last
winter to 90 to the hospital, but he frankly
told them il was 90 late, Thus perisbed. az
most without q pain or struggle, iu the very
flower Of manhood, man Of the brightest in-
ssiiievt, Hilh soul as noble in aii its impulses
as ever animated human cay. 4 tear TO bis
memory! =
'Gfeen be the turf above the,
Friend Of my early days
None knew tnee but to love thee,
None named thee but TO praise"
Bedford inquirer. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1857-1884, 1859-08-05
PEOPLE'S COUNTY TICKET.

ASSEMBLY,,
GRO. ". WILLIAMS, of Bedford Co,
GEO. G.. WALKER, Of Somerset Co.
ASSOCIATE JUDGE,
JOHN TAYLOR, of Bedford Borough.
COUNTY TREASURER,
SAMUEL j. WAY, of Bedford Bor.
COUNTY SURVEYOR,
JAMES ALLISON, Of Napier Township.
Commissioners,
JOHN B. MILLER, Of N. Woodbury., TIP
POOR DIRECTOR,
SAMUEL SHAFER, of Union Tp
AUDITOR,
Fl. Z. LASHLEY, of southampton TIP.
Bedford inquirer. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1857-1884, 1859-08-05

P. ST. am in hopes that the medical jour-
paIs will notice this case, at least with the
view of philosophical inquiry into the true
remedy, if they deny tais.
Bedford inquirer. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1857-1884, 1859-08-05
WMT "a TNTH - NDe

A good Journeymaa Blacksmith will secure
situation, at fair wages, by application to the sub
scriber. WILLIAM SPIDEL.
Bedford August 5. 1880
CANDLES, adamantine aud taliow--a Superior
article--just received, and for sale by
A. l.. DEFIBAUGH.
Bedford August 5, 1889
CHEESE good article-just received and fog
sale by A l.. DEFIBAGH,
Bedford August S, 1859,
Bedford inquirer. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1857-1884, 1859-08-05
BEDF F0RD EMoUIRg "a.
Carriage with relatives.
Carriages with citizens.

Carriage with relatives.
Carriages with citizens.
Citizens on foot.
The procession was very large and imposing.
The slow, measured tread. the reversed arms,
and the funeral dirge made the occasion very
solemn Que, aud bot few eyes were diu4ned
with tears.
Poor Hofus!--a man Of mind, and Of most
noble impulses without an enemy on earth,
save one, who lured thee on to destruction in
the guiSe Of social friendship. Well may We
exclaim--
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-18

eST RECEIVED, superior article oil n.rtcls
" made and cured in Pennsylvania new "a
in this market II, b. WILLIAMS w.
Sept. 20, 1859
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-18
FOREIGN INTELLIGENCE.

A rumored treaty of peace is to be signed in
few days. Paris correspondence says that the
amendment in the Zurich programme is, definite
treaty of peace to be signed by the three powers
Another treaty is to be drawn up by which Austria
cedes Lomhardy to France, who transfers it to
Sardinia. The most difficult thing in the double
transfer is debt, and on this head it is believed
that Austria will moderate her demands. Other
documents respecting Italian affairs, etc, will be
signed by the Austrian and French plenipoteatares
only, as Sardinia utterly rejects the restoration and
will not under any circumstances agree upon
confederation.
The Times has another editorial upon the San
former difficulty should have left any prctext for
calls for the earliest possible settlement
News from China, Aug. 10Th, unimportant The
American Minister'S whereabouts unknown.
IL is rumored in England that Sir Hope Grant
commands the expedition to China, and that 10 900
men will 60 there from India.
Paris rumor was in circulation to the effect
that there would be no Chinese expedition. That
the head of the Peiho Mandarin was proffered in
atonement, coupled with promises of all the
satisfaction required and that the ambassadors will
be Immediately received at Pekin.
The Pope is said to be in a very alarming state
Cardinal Antoneli had declared him to be unfit to
attend to public affairs
In treaty with Cochin China the French
Admiral obtained four important concessions-the
exercise of the Christian religion; treaty of
commerce; the eession of the town of Segan and
territory and the recognition of the ghts of the
French to the bay of Suson.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-18

VERY REMARKABLE.-TheB Boston Herald puts
forth account of the death of Henry Black of
Newport, Pa, who undertook to sever the head of
a hen, was attacked by rooster, which spurred
him on the hand into artery About two weeks
after the accident he attacked with intense
pain, sickening sensation of the heart, and his
suferings became insupportable AT this date
remarkable occurrence took place. He drew his
entire frame together, as though to gain strength
ing of rooster. This was repeated from time to
time, and such was the similarity of voices, that
the outside listeners asserted their belief that it
rooster. After four days of indescribable
suffering he died, and crowed no more We
wonder if he futtered 7
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-18
INDIAN OUTRAGE I'm TEY1s

The Indians continue their depreciation.
the frontiers of Texas, not only in the upon
but in the southwest, along the Rio Grand "e
party from the other side of that river a..s. 4
three or four isolated families living about az
five miles from Eagle Pass, short time snca INV
committed the most horrible outrages and 20
ders The whole savage band outraged w. n
Hunter and her two daughters, one six and y !
other nine years of age, and then beat ont nv @
brains They murdered a Mr. Norman, who -
at work in his field, and carried away his wifi ."s
her infant By way of amusement, thew spsa aa
quently beat out the brains of the infant, SS,.
eating dinner, in the presence of the terrified H..
HELPLESS mother
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-18
II. B. WILLIAMS e. co.

- AYE Just received large supply of suPer'y%I G.
"a COFFEE, imported direct to Wilmington, oxd.r
also, large supply of TEA, imperial and gunPO'
Conee-SUGARS, the best article
September 20, 1859.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-18

DURING THE SUMNER that has just passed away
thousands of sufferers from dysenlery and diahoea have
been relieved by the use OF HOSTETTER'S BITTERS,
medicine which is evidently destined maintain perlna-
nen place in the public estimation Bilious diarrhoea
of those diseases which battles the skill of the Physician
The difficulty get remedy that will reach all the diges
tive organs, and will them simultaneously rush of
rid themselves OF this disease The problem is sol
we'd by the Bters which fails luor the
stubborn 1t only fair say that during the
this medicine has achieved than other
presented the public, and during the FALL curing Fever
and Ague, the BItters will gain fresh fame.
Sold by druggists and dealers generally everywhere.
For sale in Charlotte by E. NYE HUTCHINSON & CO
October, 1859.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-18
RAVAGES OF THE BEARS.

OuE Wisconsin exchanges continue to be filed
with startling accounts of the ravages of the bears
The whole State appears to be swarming with these
ferocious wild animals, and the inhabitants are
becoming alarmed for their safety The bears no
longer con6ne their visits to farmers pig pens
but boldly approach their dwellings and apply for
admittance at kitchen doors and bedroom windows
The Mantouwoc Pilot informs us that the residence
of MIR Greenman, near that place, twas visited On
Saturday night by big bear, which deliberately
placed his fore paws on the window-sill of MIR G's
bedroom, awakening him from his slumbers
Surprising the animal to be COW, Mr. G. went to
drive it away, when he again met bruin, ready to
come in, and having no other weapon than jack
plane he threw it at him. The bear apparently
decamped, but the loss of three fine shoats in the
morning assured Mr. g. that his pig-pen had also
been examined by his visitor" From the Green
Lake Democrat We learn that the bears in that
county are so plentiful that the people keep fires
burning around their dwellings to frighten the
"varmints" away. The Columbus Portage county,
Journal gives frightful account Of the bears in
that region, which described as being equal in
size to yearling calf
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-18

RIp-RAPs.-The man who stripped with Euriip-
ides," "socked with Socrates" and ,cashetl with
Washington, finally busted with Bustimente and
died with the diarrhea.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-18

By We stated last week that a man named
Hogue was sentenced at Raleigh to be hung on
seems to take things rather ooolly. The Register
says:
"When asked by the Court if he had anything
to say Why the sentence of death should not be
passed upon him he calmly arose and said that 'he
was an innocent man; that he had not had fair
trial; and that if he had had one hundred dollars
when the trial took place, he would not now be in
his present situation; concluding with the quota
ton from speech of Patrick Henrys; Give me
liberty, or give me death While the Judge Was
passing sentence, the prisoner apparently the
most unconcerned man in the Court room"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-18
OXYGENATED BITTERS.

ORIGINATED BITTERS.
% Read the following letter from Caleb Parker, Esq.,
of Concord, N. H. honored and esteemed by all who
know him: =
Gentlemen With disposition to make my name con-
spcuous, take the opportunity the afflicted the
benefit have derived from the Dr. Green's oxygen
aed Bitters and to recommend them to Others For two
years have been troubled with indigestion and its attend
ant evils such atuency, constipation attacks of
darrhef accompanied with brash the stomach
which reduced in fes strength and spirits, low that
nearly untitled for business, From the use oil the
Oxygenaed Birters obtained immediate relief having no
return OF water brash after taking the first portion 1
truly say that consider the oxygnaed bers the best
exlant. Respectfully, CALEB PARKER.
For sale by E. NYE HUTCHINSON & CO., Charlotte.
October lS.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1859-04-02

CHEMICAL SALT We would call the
~ attention of the farmers of Virginia to one of
the cheapest Fertilizers now known. viz: "Chemi-
cal salt" of which shall have q supply in o few
days. and which we can sell for IS per ton of 2249
pounds 1t is known by practical experience to be
most excellent for tobacco lands, and for wheat and
corn to be first rate. Lands which have been
dressed with it said to stand the drought better
than any other.
NH 80 EDWIN WORKMAN &CO
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1859-04-02
LOT ON THE MOTH

SIDE OF CARY, between Roushee and Adams
streets. and HOUSE AND LOT at the corner of
cary and Laurel Streets, in Sydney, FOR SALE AT
AOCfIuN.-Witl be sold. on MONDAY, the 4,h
+ N, the valuable Real Estate located as above
me hrst named lot fronts ia feet runs back about
residence of Mr A Bargamin, Gen. The other prom
erty fronts 50 fact the south side OF Dover street
runs BACK on the East line of Laurel street 200 feet
TO an alley and has on it framed tenement. occu-
pied by MIR Krouse 'o'e0'
TERMS: 0ne-third cash. balance at4 and months
LOT negotiable notes, interest added secured By a
purchasers. ~ '"e
Eah "a GODDJN AppERSON Arc+s
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1859-04-02
SPRING TRADE, 1869.
KENT, PAINE 4 CO.,
Importers and Wholesale Dealers in Foreign and
Dome site
DRY GOODS

Nos Ib3 and IS Main street. Richmond.
The subscribers respectfully announce to the
MERCHANTS Of Virginia, North Carolina and Tennes
SEE, that their arrangements for the coming
SPRING TRADE are more extensive than hitherto,
and tt at by the LIST March they will be prepared To
exhibit one of the largest and most attractive
stocks Of
FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC DRY GOODS AND
CLOTHING,
that they have ever had the pleasure to Offer to
examination Of which they are cordially invited.
AS heretofore. We have imported direct from Ei-
rope many of tae leading fabrics and wares in our
line and stock will be found very full and CON-
pete In every department. and we'll adapted TO the
wants of the trade.
The magnitude Of our business, with our unsur-
passed facilities, fully warrsnt in pledging our
selves TO sell oar 0oods at as low prices they
be bought In any Northern market, thus saving q
Der centage 10 the purchaser.
ORDERS are respectfully solicited. which sh all
al ali times have Our prompt and personal atten-
ton. KENT, PAINE co.
Richmond, FEB 10, 1879. fe 10
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1859-04-02
AUCTION aALrs.
WfUKE DxY1.
--><,.-.,
by Goddin d Anneyson

THIRTY-ONE LOTS IN THE PLAN
VII, ~ BtLv1DEaE. FOR SALE AT AUCTION
8 the i,th DAY Of April. COMMENCING at oeIocS
= III x-ON lots in the plan Of Bsiyidsre
- feet on the East line Of Laurel stsest r nu4u.
l:Ts so1ses 70 the lots Of Mr. Jas NJ Ander:on.
,nansh nsEsUnesourth cash balance at {, and II
tie retained TIL last note be Paid sno u
The taxes for 1859 10 be pajd bv the purch...-
sp1 6UDDlN APPERSON, Aucts.
HOUSE AND LOT ON OREGON HILL
49, OR SALE AT AUCTTON.-Wili be sold !.
MuNDAt. the 18th April, 1859, on the premisss
commencing SO at o'clock. NJ. small house and la
"a oregon Htll. occupied By colored woman nam
a.,sSa srown The lot has front of l6 feet and
f.. .anNsLonethird cash; balance at and months
Ut nsgotao!e notes, interest addsd and title rs
ss,ned I'LL last note be paid. '
ane taxes Tor 1859 to be paid by the purchaser
ap2 GODQIN 4 ARPERs0N xnnts
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1859-04-02
BwARDwELL / Ce.
CLATE AND METALLIC ROOFING

- JOHN q. MCMILLAN CO., having had an ex.
psriepce of over twenty Year, In Scotland, aud
eight years in this country aud Central AnsIica -
practical SKATERS and METALLIC RO0FERs, OF
fer their services to the citizens Of Richmond ana
adjacent cities and country.
When desired. we will use the celebrated BUCA-
INGHAM SLATE, which is equal, II not SUPERIOR
to any Slate now in use. IL retains its original
color and it has been proven that 1t will last donse
as long bricks in Q building; and the price has
been so reduced. that we ara now enabled to com
pete with either shingles or tin
Give US a call, and we will demonstrate what we
say. But facts are chiles that Wilma ding. ana
Any kind Of kAVEs and CORNICEs can be made
BY us.
satisfactory references viii be given when desired.
ONCE on Main street, between 9Th and 9th. next
to MIR j Davies Marble Yard.
Old Roof REPAIRED and warranted.
NH 2-Imt
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1859-04-02

By Chas T. Workman & Co., Aucts.
FARGO NEW ORLEANS SUGAR AN,

CARGO NEW ORLEANS SUGAR AND
" CUBA MOLAssES AT AUCTIoN.-0n FRI
DAY. April sth at our Warehouse. on the Dock.
Cargo per schr "sslly Gay" aud brig Hope" from
Attakapss, La, consisting of
2S9 Hhds Prime to choice Sugars
s76 Bbls really Prime Molasses.
ALSO;
The Cargo per brig angola" from Matan1as,
Cuba, consulting Of
90 ahds Prime Muscsvado Molasses
Al Hhds Prime Clayed Nolasses
2l2 Tierces Prime Muscavado Molasses.
TERMS of sals-For sums under $le0, cash; over
SlCO months credit for approved. negotiable pa
per. CHARLES I WORKMAN Co.
Auctioneers.
WILL BE ADDED,
1854 Bags Damaged Peruvian Guano. from wreck
OF bark Octavia sold for account OF underwriters
for cash ap ids
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1859-04-02
old DOMINION BOTTLING ESTAB.

" LISHMENT-The subscribers are In receipt
of 100 bbls aud half bbs Of Philadelphia CREAM
ALE, In addition to their stock of PORTER. Oh
DER, LAGER BEER, &c, to which they invite the
give satisfac tion and the price most reasonable.
Orders left with W NIPE, on Main street. or OF
the factory, on 10th street, between Main and
Franklin, will receive prompt attention.
MASON q BURNS.
NB-We would respectfully call the attention OF
Mr. NJ Mccormick having retired from the Bottling
Business in this city, and removed to another State,
would solicit the patronage of all those avoBAr
bly, disposed to cur establishment.
MASON 4 BURNS.
Richmond March l. 1889, NH 2-In
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1859-04-02
By Goddin & Apperson, Aucts. :
VERY NEAT AND COMFoRrARrr

VERY NEAT AND COMFORTABLE
r,r kESIDENCE AT THE CORNER or pRANK.
LIN III, AND TIN STREETS. FOR SALEAT AICTInN
i,Rh oe 500 at suction on the premises, on Sat
~ M aHernoon. the ID April. 1852 at * O'clock
G I ~ above, recently 10 the occupan 81 NJ
Sosspn Psnneii The house has 8 rooms. besides
culvert, coal vault. &c. The whole premises are n
,noroagh repair. and being in the best peie hbor
family. VI : s1asit
/. T1RMs-One-third cash; balance ct and IL ues..
tor negotiable notes. interest added, secured by
trust deed. The taxes for 1859 10 Be- paid bv this
purchaser. dODDIN APPERSOE.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1859-04-02

% ACRES OF LAND IN HENRICO
~ COUNTY, MILES BELOW THE CITY, AT
AUCTlON.-We will sell, at Henrico County Court
House, on MONDAY, the 4th day of April, (that
being Court dap commencing at IL o'clock. M a
tract tract OF Land in HeDrico county. on Darbytown
of Messrs N Harvey. Leonard fimberlskc. Jacob
Atlee, and others
TERMs-One-thrd cash; the balance at and 70
months. Tor negotiable notes, with interest added,
and secured by a trust deed.
JAMES NJ TAYLOR Il SON,