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The Lambertville press. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1858-1???, 1861-05-08

Gooroo uttereth a Lamentation-He explain
eth the cause thereof-That which tries mems
souls-Military coats and brass butt"nS-Goo-
roo prayeth-Prayer heard and answered be-
fore he q1its-Gooroo rejoiceth and singeth
little-He is overcome with emotion
Oh, Abraham, Abraham ! truly our
evil days are come, and our happiness
is clean gone forever. Our brave men
and cur young men have left us yea,
they have gone forth to meet the enc
my There wives are as widows, and
there children are as orphans they
utter a sad cry in the morning, tnd
there hearts are full of sorrow all the
day. Oh, my soul, why art thou cast
down within me My cheeks are wet
with weeping. mine eyes are flowing
with grief. When shall they be dry ?
Not till the enemy is conquered-not
till the brave have returned-not till
they have teaien their swords into
sheep shears and pot hooks.
Some may be at loss to know the
cause Of this lamentation, but this
morning Gooroo saw that which tries
mems souls-the chivalry of French
town came forth with military coats
and brass buttons on-swords were
drawn and everything wore the bra
zen aspect of war. Their country
called them to the tented feld--they
were obedient to the call and they left us.
Now, o God of battles, remem Der
mercy without blood let our brave
men return to US before the night sets
q am not done praying, but
the soldiers have come back) the enc
my is routed and we are safe. So let
US rejoice and sing together,
While Captain Slater hollis the sword,
The traitors burst not for to wink
While Captain Slater holds the sword,
The traitors one and all shall sink
Gooroo is swallowed up in joyful
can't write any more, but
remains as ever,
GooRoO, D. NJ. l..
The Lambertville press. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1858-1???, 1861-05-08
The WOOdsvilIe Rifles.

At a meeting of the Woodsville
Rifles, held at WoodSviile, on We'd
nesday evening last, the following
named gentlemen were elected as Of
ficers of the Company -
The Lambertville press. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1858-1???, 1861-05-08
9ocal Affairs.

Persons KNOWING OR HEARING OF AC-
cInENTs, BURGLA ARIES, THEFTs, OR OTHER
MATTERS OF A LOCAL OR GENERAL NATURE,
WILL CONFER FAVOR WHICH WILL BE DULY
APPRECIATED BY ADVANCING US THE SAME.
The Lambertville press. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1858-1???, 1861-05-08

Advertiser ants should be marked the length
of time they are to be inserted, or they Will be
kept in until ordered out, and charged for ac-
cOrdingly,
All yearly or half-yearly advertisements due
quarterly, and all transient advertising must be
paid for in advance.
The Lambertville press. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1858-1???, 1861-05-08
Madigan's Circus.

The Circus arrived this morning
and made a parade through the prin-
cipal streets, large crowd following
he cavalcade. 1t is quite an affair.
The Lambertville press. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1858-1???, 1861-05-08
Notice Of Assignment.

NOTICE is hereby given, that Ley, William
son, Of the township of West Amwell, in
the county of Hunterdon, and state Of New Jer-
sey, hath this day made an assignment to the
subscriber, of his Estate, for the equal benefit of
his creditors and that the said creditors must
exhibit their respective Claims 7er oath or
affirmation, within the tern q months.
April 90, 81. FINLEY VILLA MS0N
The Lambertville press. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1858-1???, 1861-05-08

Ill "A Il ~ w "A II u
STOVES.
A. v. BOnnell & Co.,
A RE const ,ntly receiving for the Spring and
"A Summer trade, Building Hardware, Mechan
les Tools, Household Articles Stoves, Agricul-
tural Implements, &C., &c.
BUILDING HARDWARE.
A large stock of Rim and Mortise Locks at
very LOW prices. Butts, Screws Axle Pulleys,
Barn Door Rollers, Hinges Sash Cord and
Weights. Sash Fasteners, Nails and Spikes.
Guns. Pistols, POrder and Shot.
MECHANICS TOOLS.
gers Hatchets, Steel Squares, Braces and Bits,
Files, Wrenches, Chisels, &c.
CARRIAGE AND HARNESS
Makers goods in great variety, such as plated
hub bands, top props, stump joints, Phila. bolts,
oil cloths, damask canvass, plated and japanned
harness. stage traces TOmpkins & Norths Gig
trees, pad plates, buckles, tenets, grit and line
webbing &c. For the
PEOPLE GENERALLY.
Gilt, mahogany and walnut frame looking glas-
ses KNIVES ana FORKS, plated ana 0rItennla table
and Tea spoons, coffee mills, britannia tea and
coffee pots, sad irons, churns, knife boxes table
casters, enamelled and brass kettles, willow
ware a large stock of gilt moulding, all sizes,
for picture frames. Frames made to order Al
so, shovels, forks, hoes, scoop shovels, spades,
rakes, corn shelters, straw and hay cutters,
grindstones and fixtures, Downs Douglass and
Chain pumps, lead pipe, OK yokes, road scrapers,
glass and putty.
STOVES.
Cooking and parlor stoves of the best and most
approved patterns. Tin ware, wholesale and
retail, made of the best material. Tin roofing,
conductors and cutters done by experienced
workmen and at very low figures.
GAS FIXTURES
Furnished and hung to order, such as chande-
Tiers, pendants, brackets, portable stands, gutta
percha tubes globes, &c.
We would invite buyers who are in want Of
goods in our line to consult their interest and
examine our stock before purchasing el ewhere
A. V. BONNELL, J. P. BODINE.
ap10y1 FLEMINGToY, N J.
The Lambertville press. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1858-1???, 1861-05-08
ICE CREAM.

It is expected that soon the "warm term"
will be upon us, and rs there is nothing like
keeping cool even in time of war, ladies and
gentlemen will be looking about for Ice Cream,
&C. There are several places in town, where
the best of Ice Cream may be obtained at all
times. Among the most prominent. we would
mention that Mr.. John X. Zeigler, near the
depot has on hand good supply day and eve,
ming, which is tip-top, So says the ladies'
Parties supplied.
Mr.. Joseph Lacy, in Union street, nearly op
posite the Press BUILDINGS has fitted up a
neat saloon where ice cream Of the most deli
cious flavor may be had at all times, and in
quantities to suit purchasers. Private en-
trance through the hall.
Mr.. S. L. Martindell is also prepared to fur
nish his friends, customers and the public with
an excellent article of Ice Cream, at all times.
When we say that Martindell's cream is good
we not only give the opinion of many, but as
sert truth that cannot be contradicted. Try
it--that's tie beet way to become convinced
The Lambertville press. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1858-1???, 1861-05-08

The price of Grain and Pro-
visions is rapidly on the Increase
This, of course. will be sweet music to
the ears of the farmers.
The Lambertville press. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1858-1???, 1861-05-08
LADIES.

1-1-N-1-~ -H--GNFO9
WE beg to call your attention to the pretty
w and new styles of Dress Goods opened
this day from the New York and Philadelphia
Markets, Wig;
Notified Mixtures, Mohair Fancies, Notified
Modinas, Barege Angitig, Chine Nadonnas
Salna Popins, Oriental Lusres, Parisiepne
Poll deCheYres, Magazines Messina Broche Sc
apl0 CARVER & WILLIAMS
The Lambertville press. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1858-1???, 1861-05-08

II AIDES and GENTLEMEN, call and see
L 4 our stock of goods before purchasing else
where, as we can show you the largest stock and
little cheaper than any other house in this city
apl0 CARVER q. WILLIAMS.
The Lambertville press. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1858-1???, 1861-05-08
= The mMainr Anderson {

- The "Major Anderson Guard, !"
will hold a meeting for the purpose of
electing officers, on Monday evening
May 18th, at the Council Chamber, at
half past seven o'clock.
The Lambertville press. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1858-1???, 1861-05-08

A Good assortment of
N Cloths, Cassimeres and Vestings,
for Men aud Boys wear, just received and for
sale cheap at WHITE q RICE'S.
The Lambertville press. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1858-1???, 1861-05-08
Groceries. Groceries.

NEW ORLEANS Sugar, Molasses, and the
best of Coverings Syrup, and everything
usually kept in well regulated Grocery Store,
at WHITE & RICE'S
Cheap, Cash & Produce Store,
ap17tf Frenchtown, N. J.
The Lambertville press. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1858-1???, 1861-05-08
The Delaware Guards

THO Delaware GuardS viii
meet at their Armory at Sergeants-
Vile, on Saturday, the Eth inst, at
O'Clock precisely, in full uniform full
ly equipped for drill, parade and re-
view.
The Lambertville press. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1858-1???, 1861-05-08
KIRBY'S
AMERICAN HARVESTER.
A COMBINED
Mower and Reaper.
MELICK & QUICK,
NEAR the R. r. Depot,)

MELICK & QUICK,
(near the R. r. Depot,
TRENTON, Nj.
Agents for Hunterdon, Mercer, Somerset, Mid
dlesex, Monmouth, Burlington and
Ocean Counties
TENHE KIRBY HARVESTER is now so we'll
IL known that we deem it superfuous to print
any Certificates, but will Iefer those who wish
to purchase, to any of the s, 900 owners of The
machine, who have run them from one to five
years past.
We have an immense number of certificates,
but it would make large book should we pub
lsh them all, and those who purchase prefer
to be their own judges rather than be governed
by certificates, we make them this
WARRANTY:
That the machine is well built, of good mate
rails capable of cutting with one span of horses,
an acre OF grass or grain per hour, or from ten
to fifteen acres per day that it is as good a
mower as can be bought; and the BEST COM
bined Machine in the world.
The purchaser having the privilege of cutting
two acres of grass or grain as a trial of the ma
chine. If it should not work well, he shall give
notice to the agent, and allow him time to send
person to put it in order. IF it cannot then
be made to work satisfactorily, it will be taken
back and considered no sale.
For further particulars send to
MESSRS MELICK & QUICK, TRENTON,
for Pamphlets, which show Premiums, &C. a273
The Lambertville press. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1858-1???, 1861-05-08
On Monday evening. an alarm

of fire was raised, caused by the burn
ing ont of chimney. The boys were
soon on hand with the engine, ready
for action if necessary.
The Lambertville press. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1858-1???, 1861-05-08
''eolDEN OPHIR,"

hefoTe " goods I buy for CASH, and will
be sole ct such rates that persons wanting any
thing in ny line, am confident will think it adj
visable to take advantage of these times and
purchase rev. Just received splendid lot of
FINE WATCHES,
and several beautiful Eutuerscan)
LADIES' SETS.
Don't forget the place,
The Lambertville press. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1858-1???, 1861-05-08
Serious Accident.

I Meetings for drill, &t
Friday evenings.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-06-25
Molly Pitchers i'm the South.

We have seen a letter from a young lady il
Tennessee, to young lady friend in this city, il
which she says, ''be sure that there are many
thousands of Molly Pitchers in the South, who
II circumstances shall require, will be found OIL
the tented field defending our affairs and oul
homes" This >allusion to Molly Pitcher bring
to mind one of the most heroic incidents con-
nected with the history of our Revolutionary
war with Great Britain. The celebrated Molly
Pitcher distinguished herself at the battle o
Monmouth, of which Headley, in bis Life o.
Washington" gives the following account:
ut was during this part of the battle (wher
Gen. Lee was struggling nobly against the over
whelming numbers that pressed on him) that an
Irishman, while serving his gun, was shot down
His wife, named Molly, only twenty-five years
of age, employed herself, while he loaded and
fired his piece, in bringing water from spring
near by. While returning with a supply she
saw him fall, and heard the officer in command
order the gun to be taken to the rear. She i'm
mediately sprang forward, seized the rammer,
declaring she would avenge his death. She
fought her piece like hero to the last. The
next morning, Greene, who had been struck with
her bravery. presented her to Washington, who
promoted her to sergeant and at
|terwards put her name on the half pay list for
life. Previous to this, she fired the last gun when
the Americans were driven from Fort Montgom-
gomery At the close of the Revolution, Molly
Pitcher took up her residence in Carlisle, where
she was known as Molly McCauley. She lived
to an advanced age, much respected by all, and
was buried with military honors.-N. Y. Day
Book.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-06-25
VIRGINIA HOTEL.

THE Virginia Hotel, so extensively known to the
i Travelling Public as one of the very best Hotels
in the State is owned solely by Messrs. VIM. H.
& THOS. p. FEYTON, who will devote their whole
attention to the purpose of increasing possible, the
high reputation which 1t at present suStanS, and will
leave exertion unemployed to render their guests
satisfied and comfortable. The recent additions put
to this establishment, enable the proprletors to
commodate much larger number of guests than for
merly- The whole building in the interior and exte-
rior has been recently refted and painted and looks
now "good as new
VIM. d. GILkESON, SR an experienced Landlord,
and formerly of the Taylor Hotel. Winchester Su-
Eerintendent, who will pay every attention to those
stopping at the Hotel Capable and faithful servants
also provided, to ensure the comfort of guests.
The table will continues heretofore to equal that of
any Hotel in the State.
Connected with the Hotel are extensive Stables un-
der the management of Byers Co., we'll known for
their experience and efficiency in this department.
Horses will be taken Livery, and Horses, Buggies
and Hacks, will be afforded to guests reasonable
terms.
- The Propretors are well prepared to accom-
modate families who wish to spend the summer
months in this healthy portion of the State.
This Hotel is well furnished and contains as good
and comfortable bedding any house in the State.
20 In this Hotel there are two OF Fielding's New
and Excellent Marbe-bedded and Patent-cushioned
BILLIARD TABLES.
esr VIM. H. PEYTON, who has been so long con-
nected with this Hotel will devote his whole attention
to the accommodation of the guests. He is thankful
for the liberal patronage heretofore bestowed, and
would respectfully ask continuance of the same.
VIM. H. PEYTON, puonu;o.ou
THOS. P. PEYTON, ffoprietofs.
N. B.-The Office of all the Stage Lines is at this
WIN. II. PEYTON L. BRO.
Stanton, March IL, lS6O.-tf.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-06-25
MISCELLANEOUS.
bf THE GOVERNOR.
A PROCT AM ALTON

'HE military forces at Washington having invaded
- the territory of Virginia, and shed the blood O.
It's people. and committed other acts of outrage anC
aggresslon thereby evincng purpose on the part Of
'hat government, to subugate people of Virginia
ana subject them to tvrannica control against
their consent: Therefore, /, JOHN LETCH Err Gov.
ernor OF the Commonwealth aforesaid by virtue OF
the authority vested in me by the Constitution and
laws OF the same do hereby require all the volunteer
companies which may have been formed in the seve-
raj counties and corporations of the Commonwealth
not already mustered into service repair forthwith
anu without awaiting any further orders to the place
OF rendezvous designated by my Proclamation OF the
ora day OF NAV, 1861 there to be mustered into the
service of Virginia
ana l do further invoke the good people of Vir-
gina to organize themsevesnto volunteer ctmpanies
nu arm themselves with such arms as NAV have been
Iurnlshed TO them, or they may be able to procure,
ana repair promptly to said place Of rendezvous.
ana furthermore require the Militia of the line to
hold themselves in readiness for Immediate service.
ana arm themselves with such arms as NAV have been
issued to them, or they may be able to procure and
nu company omcers are required to assemble their
ocnpanes at least once week. at their usual place
OF mastering, Tor inspection and drill that they NAV
De prepared to repel the invaders of our SOIL
81 a Iurtnermore enjoin upon all the good people
OF this Commonwealth to deport themselves " It'll the
calmness and composure becoming free neonle con-
sclous OF their rights, and resolved to maintain them
nothing doubling that by the patriotic devotion con-
censrated energy and determined will of the people,
In firm reliance upon the blessing Of Divine Proyi-
dence we shall be able to maintain the liberty indie
pendence andintegrity of ancient Commonwealth,
and the safety honor and welfare of the Confederate
States.
~ Given under my hand, as Governor, and I'M
9 der the seal of the Commonwealth, at Rich
[ l. /" J mond, this third day of June, 1864, and in
~ the 85th year of the Commonwealth.
JOHN LETCHER.
By the Governor:
GEORGE w. MuNFoRD,
Secretary of the Commonwe alth
The several newspapers throughout the State will
insert the foregoing Proclamation three times in each
OF their papers, and forward their accounts to the Ex
eutlve Department for payment.
June 4, l861.-3t.
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BOOTS, SHOES, &C.
CHEAP FOR CASH,

~" AAS1AD1 rOh COONTR4 PRODUCE.
II AVING removed from the Corner of BEVERLY and
- Augusta SITS, to Brandshurg's OLD stand. onro-
site the Virginia HOTEL am prepared to sell op6Ss
very low Tor the ready money trade, and have inst
20 20 bags best Rio Coffee at l511 cents by the hag
~ boxes Adamantine Candles at % cents nv ths how
~ bags Lagulra Coffee at Is cents by the bag.
20 SACKS nne salt at $50 to 1915 per sack
~ pois Crushed Sugar at II u cents by the hill
10 Dds; \. y. Sugar NEW CROP at So cents bv tra
ooo Ids Good stamp Sole Leather at 25 cts ner H
~ DDS new CROP N. o. Molasses-an extra article
10 bbls Hydraulic Cement.
40 kegs Nails very low
am am also retailing best Sugar House Molasses at
Crushed Loaf Sugar 1917 cents.
Good y. O. Sugar at cents.
Best Rio Coffee at shilling.
Extra Gunpowder and Imperial Tea at onv 81 90 nor
pound. ony Ti'oV per
Mems heavy Boots $3.50 per pair.
Thick calf Boots $3.50 per pair
Doaoie Sole quilted calf Boots at "a so ner na;r
oxford Ties Shoes at 81 rs. p'' p"n'
Congress Caters at 81 30 per pair.
Also youths and Boys Boots and Shoes eouallv lou
ogether with general assortment of other goods t
times. IOIIM p'. T21, 70 o., suit the
Sta,n4o n, Brandeburg's Old Stand
N---oIi'on' ECU. D, 1901 Opposite Va Hotel
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-06-25
THE SCIENCE OF WAR.

NEW BOOKS upon an old subject, compiled by
In gentleman evidently versed in the details
which he discusses.
These works are offered without ostentation pre-
tension and their appearances quite opportune when
the signs of the times are so portentious Though
small volumes they will be found by military students
to contain information, the importance of which
not be overrated.
TACTICS for Officers of Infantry, Cavalry and Ar
tillery, arranged and compiled by L. v. BucKHoLrz.
Price, in muster, rs cents, or in pocket style 81
Infantry Camp Duty, Field Notifications, and
Coast Defence, by Capt. l.. v. BUcKHoLTz. Price so
cents.
Published by j. W. RANDOLPH,
April g. 1861. Richmond Va.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-06-25
STAGE LINE
A

ST AGE LINE
FROM STANTON TO WINCHESTER.
Quickest and Cheapest Route 10 Haaper's Ferry
- TAGES leave Staunton every even
~ ing Immediately after the arrival .EEEA
OF the passenger train from Richmond, Es@=<sAze&
and connect with the train the Manassas Gap Rail-
road at Mt Jackson, thence by Stras6u g, and
arrive In Winchester the morning In time for the
for Harpers Ferry They leave Winchester every
day after the arrive OF the from Harpers Ferry
with the cars at Srasburg, thence by Rail- DAD
to Mt Jackson, and arrive Staunton the next morn
ing in time for the Richmond train.
- Through tickets from StauntOn to VIM
chester for $5. KEMP g. TROTTER,
Nav IL. 1861. PrODrators.
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LIFE INSURANCE.

TIME VIRGINIA LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
i is now fully prepared for business. and the at
tenton of the public is earnestly called to the import
ance of tobJects This company, under its charter
divides eighths of its profits every three years,
among the policy holders, thereby giving the assured
the advantages of the SYSTEM with the pledge
Of perpetual Capital Stock Of 100000 and the ad-
ded security that it's Stockholders have permanent
moneyed interest in conducting its affairs with pru-
dence and economy.
The Charter requires that one-haf of the Capital
Stock and Earnings to be invested in Bond and Mort
gage unincumbered Real Estate, worth double the
amount.
The chief object of the company to aid in retain
ing at home the immense amount of money which
goes annually from our State for Life Premiums to
Northern Companies. That money will be loaned to
customers for term of years. at legal interest and
disbursed in our midst.
Endowments and Annuties granted Life and
term Policies issued at low rates other good Com
panies. Slaves insured tor year, for OF
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-06-25
MAG us s CEASE

M GUILD respectfully call the attention of the ;t;
zens Staunton and vicinity to his large and en-
.lrely new stock of SPRING GOODS which he is now
Soda ana opening consisting Of Water Sugar and
ron, Dates, Prunes, English Waln1ts, Filberts' Al.
Ss odas dr9und Nuts Pecan Nuts Lemons Oranges,
aso o'Is ss and cane Gandies OF every description
Tors. N0' JAMES AND
- Wedding parties furnished at the shortest NO.
Also Fresh Poa nIss ied dI terms.
&C., &c. o"'onups'
solicits share of patronage i0'pe''iuAJ
a Candy sold at Wholesale and Retos7
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A UGUSTA COUNTY COURT CLERKS
IA OFFICE, TO wit:
ESTRAY HORSES

taken up by Charles Armentrou his land the 3rd
Eday of June 1861, between New Hope and Mt Sidney
LOT the following description. to wit:
| BAY HORSE, with snip on the nose, and
white below the pasture the left foot about
hands high, supposed to be Is years old, and APP
praised at $50.
The other BAY MARE, with star and snip,
both hind feet white some white saddle marks; about
10 hands high; supposed to be years old, and ap
praised at 1858. Extract-Teste.
| June l8-3t. VIM. A. BURNETT, d. C,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-06-25

WATCHES, Jewelry, Fancy Goods, Cutlery
w Clocks, and Military Goods of every descrlp
ton, such as Swords. Epaulets. Sashes, Hats, Lace
Buttons, &c. Military Companies furnished com
plete with every article.
Now opening magnificent stock of new Goods
such as American. English, German and French
Jewelry in sett and in single pieces. Best quality
Gold Watches, English Levers, Skeleton do, Duplex
Anchor Escapement, Lepines, some very small for
ladies, set with pearls and diamonds, elegantly En-
ameled, Independent and Quarter Second Watches
Hunting, 18 carrot Gold Watches of every variety.
G. B. Co. offer the above goods on the very best
terms Call and examine.
Ian 15 1871
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1861-06-25

MERCHANTS, TEACHERS, FARM ERS
Il and others, will find, usual, large stock OF
Books, Stationery and Music at RANDOLPH'S Book
Store and Bindery, Richmond, Va.
- The best terms will be offered for cash, or to
punctual customers.
April 8, 1861.
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NEW GOODS!

NEW GOODS
OPPOSITE VIRGINIA HOTEL.
DIPER & FUNKHOUSER are now receiving the
i following kinds of goods, viz:
A Laurel ID. Bro. Cotton;
"A and 7-0 Osnaburgs;
rs Heavy Twill for servants;
1914 Bleached Sheeting;
Penitentiary Plaid Cotton
New York Mills Bleached Cotton;
White Flannels;
Hoop Skirts &C., &c.
We are also closing out Winter Dress Goods ct re-
markable low prices.
Staunton Feb l9-Vin cOpy