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North Branch democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Pa.) 1854-1867, 1863-01-28
Died.

kNlTH-At Liverpool, Perry Co, Pa, Mr. ZiBA
SNlTH, aged "a years
N gACKS0N-In Bnghamton, N. Y. JAN 10, 1863,
OF disease of the kidneys, THOMAS JACK
son. N. D., aged 81 years
# Dr. jackson was native Of Pennsylvania born in
Pat is now Wyoming county. April %, 1905. He
graduated in medicinr in Philadelphia. in 1927. In
1o|' he came to Binghamton and commenced the
practice Of his profession. He at once entered upon
extensive practice and rapidly rose in public esti-
patton and confidence. This confidence he retained
App to the hour of his death
In 1886 he removed to Mississippi locating at Raw
5nOna whore be lived and practiced until 40 wheu
~ returned to the North and established himself at
P'n 'hamon. Here he has since remained, digert-
~ pFaetlcIng his profession, and as faithful senti-
ie guarding lie lives and health of this cornmuni-
s"' For more than thirty years he has been thus
gagged, during which Time almost an entire eener
N''OH aas past away, aud a new one has succ. eGed
A4ny o. whom drew their first breath unler lis pro-
8fessonal care.
lhe death of DR.. Jackson will excite emotions of
H. ''anu regret throughout this entire community
ni'd no Insignificant or ordinary place before the
tuoiic. AS man and citizen he stood in the
iOfemoSt rank. To very many hoasehSids he was
Tue beloved physician Kind Of heart and of
generous nature his time and professional skill have
'sH "' 'he service of every one, while pecuniary
'npense was to him a secondary consider .tion.-
IL 'he discharge Ofhis professional duties, he wa
s''eraed by strong of obligation not only to
IoS0 VINO committed their Interests to his care but
~ N'o 10 'nat higher power which had endowed him
''u Such capacity, and given him the opportunitv
70 serve his fellow men He possessed = fna1r ,t,i
'a'ed intellect, sound judgment, and strong common
lie was not tenacious, yet positive in his
pH'ons was self-reliant and havinge coptidenc in
n'niSeAi ne inspired confidence in others. He v,s
70 MS profession, and never failed to contribute
"na' ne regarded its best interests
iH 'ne circle Of his household he was the Iovsd ord
O'eu ohe-and we'll might he be- for his Lind
80 nature was constantly manifestine
1'Sen' lie was kndeared to numerous friends bv ri.
quantities OF heart, and his social accor,rJia..
ana respected by all for his manlness and wor,.
Ills form, so long familiar, will no
among us, but will be laid away with ,hoso -.
seneraton that here first knew and Appreciated hin,
!Ais work Is now done, and Il; his grave, calmly re.t
"s aniid the scenes of his former labors. and hi.
luelhory green in the hearts of our cit;zens h
''''p well Independent Republican.
North Branch democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Pa.) 1854-1867, 1863-01-28
VlCTORIA:
THE HEIREss or CASTLE CLIFFE.
BY COUSIN NAY CARLETON,
AUTHOR OF d" Gypsy COVER" "sYBrL CAMPBELL 81
"ERMISIE," = LA MASQUE," &c, &c.

AUTHOR or " Gypsy COVER" "sYBrL CAMPBELL"
"ERMISIE," LA MASQUE," &c &c.
The productions of this distinguished authoress
need eulogv. puplc opinion has long since pro-
nounced them superior to other n0veettes pub
shei this side Of the Atlantic; AMI the true test
Of their merit is found in the fact that they are ca
gnrv reproduced aft'r their publication in the MIR
CUHY, by the English press. We may add that the
new tale, " Victoria, is fully equal in interest and
depth of plot to either of those which have secured so
large share Of public approval. and an earnest
ly commend it to all stnry-readers
The Nrw York MERCURY is sold hv al newsmen
and periodical dealers in America. To subscribers
il is regularly mailed every Saturday morning. for
50 year; three comics for IS six copies for 50 :;
eight copies for SIP. with extra copy free to the
getter up Of the club Six months subscriptions
ceived ARRAYS 1rrite plainly the name Of your
Post Office, County and State We tax" the notes
Of all solvent banks at par. Payment must invara-
ahlv he made in advance
= Specimen Copies sent free to all applicants
Address all letters ard ,mittance. post paid 10
CATLDWEBL Il WHITNEY.
ProprieforS ofhe Ne1r York Mercury,
ll3 Fulton street, New York City.
North Branch democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Pa.) 1854-1867, 1863-01-28

TEIL-CO HEN-At the residerece of tba Brides
Father, in PittSton, on the 22ud inst. by the Rev
Reuben of WilkesBlrra, Mr.. JoHx We'll Of
Tunkha annock, to Miss ESTHER COHEN, ofthe form
er place.
We acknowledge the cake in this case, for which
ken of remembrance, the happy pair have our sin
ire prayers for long lives, unalloyed happiness
'st Of cook looking grani children, who resemble
eir parents.
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Application for License

n office is hereby given that the following NAM
4N ed persons have filed their petitions in the
Court of Quarter Sessions of Wyoming County and
will make application at the mex term of said Court
or Tavern License.
JERRED LILLE, Meshoppen.
ZIBA Lori Clerk
Dec 80 1862
North Branch democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Pa.) 1854-1867, 1863-01-28
MANUFACTORY!

The subscriber has just opened a new Furniture
Cabinet and Chair Mandatory in Tunkhapnock
next door to C. NJ. Rooms grocery store where are
kept on hand and manufactured to order:
TABLES of all sizes. patterns and styles
CHAIRS Cane-seat, Flag bottom and common,
BUREAUS of all styles. sizes, and prices
BEDSTEADS, Cottage and common.
CENTRE TABLES, WORK STANDS. BOOK
CASES, and indeed every thing which can be found
In the largest furniture establishments in the country
which he will sell at prices as low as they can be-
bought in any town outside of, the cities Being sat
ished that ne compete, both in Workmanship and
prices with any establishment in the country he So
licits the public patronage.
REPAIRING OF oil kinds done in neat substan.
tial and workmanlike manner
n. Bold cane-seat chairs, new-seated anu re
paired
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES Hearse of his own
and haviNg had much experience, he will attend 70
this department of the business on short notice and
in a satisfactory manner
ABRAHAM HAAS.
Jpy l6, le62,-rln49ly
North Branch democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Pa.) 1854-1867, 1863-01-28
EXECUTORS SALE
of Il Large Improved Farm.

By virtue of dircctio.s in the last Will of James
Mckune deceased, late of Falls township, Wyoming
Co there will be sold at public sale, dt the Court
House in the boroug of Tunkhinn sex Wyoming Co,
Penna on Tuesday the 10th day Of March 1868 at
o'clock P. NJ. the following described valuable
improved farm, situate in Falls township, Wyoming
Co, Perna bounded on the North by lands of Spen
Ger Fitch; South by A lam Kresky and----CIurk ;
Etst by Fuller Sicker, and William Owens, and
West by Stephen Post containing about 300 acres
OF nj, about 50 acres improved, with frame
dwelling house, two frame barns milk house,
and two good apple orchards thereon, good living
water all parts of the farm.
The land can be divided into two farms with ad-
vantage, and will be sold together in two farms
TO suit purchasers. This farm is situated one mile
from the North Branch Canal and Susquehanna rv.
er
Persons wishing information can inquire of Will
liam Mckune, who resides the premises or by
letter directed TO Falls p. O.. Wyoming Co. Penn or
of A. Peckham, at Tunkhannock Wyoming CO.
Penna.
One third of purchase moGey down, AMI terms
made easy for balance
JAars N iNdS McKasn, Executors of the last Will of
JAMES McKUNE deceased
North Branch democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Pa.) 1854-1867, 1863-01-28
The PRIDE OF I E YORK.
1 8 cas- pecialty.
GRAND MIRROR OF AMERICAN GENIUS.
"Correct with spirit, eloquent with ease,
Intent to re ason, or polite tc please"
THE NEW YORK MERCURY
FOR THE NEW YEAR.

1t is with fear of Wars effect upon their literary
fortunes, that the publishers of The New YORK MER
curry acknowledge the unwaverfng 10 lalty of their
TWO HUNDRED THOUSAND SUBSCRIBERS, and announce
to them, and to all that The NEW YORK METCURY
for this year (l863) will be richer in every luxury of
Polite Literature than before 1t no upstart
speculation, no temporary sensation" but first
class literary weekly which has been familiar to the
United States for quarter of century; and while
the wishy-washy mushroom prints OF yesterday are
cutting down their talent even while they raise their
subscription price THE NEW York MERcUBY main
tatns all its great Staff Of Rohancers Poets Humor-
sts Essayists, StoryTellers and Editors and PROM
ises to make it still greater for 1863.
1t is the paper for everv home. It's forty COL
umns of reading matter per week constitute an un-
parable
CONSERVATORY OE THE ENTERTAINING,
and its Novels Miscellaneous Tales Beauties of Verse
Gossip, FeuilletonS Br'adsiles of Humor, and Polish
e. Editorials combine to epomi7e all the charms of
WIT AND SENTIMENT!
The husband reads II to his wife the mother 70 her
children the lover to his sweetheart the soldier TO his
comrades and the village school l-master to the circle
around the stove. 1t is familiar to tn sight of
every man. woman and child in our country and has
regular subs .ribers IN several countries Of Eurnpe
The New YORK MERCURY. is also identified with the
grahdest patriotism of the age, for several members
o. its brilliant Staf hold high rank our noble army
aud have made themselves famous with the Sword
aS with the Pen. The great illustrating artist Of
THE NEw YORK NEncvRY the inimitahIe nARIFY
gives the paper the highest attrF utcs Of Fine Art
and vet this largest literary weekly of the dav promis
"S to snrp'Ss itself in all these respects during the
New Year!
The first New YORK MERCURY Novelette, for tina
New Year, to he commenced in the issue of January
3, 1863, is called
North Branch democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Pa.) 1854-1867, 1863-01-28
WHISPERS OR A MUSTACHE !

in from three to six weeks This article is the onln
one cf the Kind used by the French, and in Lendoy
and Paris it is in universal USE
1t is beautiful economical, soothing, YET stimua-
ting compound acting if by magic upon the roots
causing beautiful growth of luxuriant hair. If ap
piled to the scalp it viii cure BADNESS and cause to
spring up in place of The bald spots fine growth of
new hair Applied according to directions, it will
turu REL or light hair DARK and restore gray hair
to its original color leaving it soft smooth and fex
ibe. The "ONGUENT" is an Indispensable articl.
in every gentemans toilet, and after one weeks use
they would not for any consideration be wifhrut it,
The subscribers are the only Agents for he artcle
in the United States, to whom all orders must be ad
dressed.
Price ONE DOLLAR a box-for sale by all Druggists
and Dealers~or box of the onguent" warranted
TO have the desired effect, will be sent to any, who ps
arlt, by mail, direct securely packed, on receipt
ppiy to nd postage, Sl.l6
ric Sou or address HORACE WOODL
sA tn 7th Sts cor. Grand William sburth,n
North Branch democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Pa.) 1854-1867, 1863-01-28
al AND PERSONAL.

nieations--s'T'r"l of them crowded Out
j sn,ce is so much occupied by matter tna' a.
-, be deferred, that our present issue '''A' ''S
il variety.
Y ~, time of peace, prepare for war
face'- ..nore for spring, by going to MoWrys
fin'ss ,;,Is and getting you supply of plaster
s..tement.--We shall publish the
~a1 ant. Of receipts and expenditures OF the cOan-
is, @ tbe past year in our next issue
1t will be we'll for all to remember
'lnr 4r.trment of writing will be regarded legal
~ .I sr,t day of January, 1863. unless 1t has a
@nmeDt w stamp upon it. 1t is hard but 1t 0nSiS
1 results of an abolition administration
cbase.--A live fox captured some time
~ ho Let loose on the Avery fats opp osite
.nrb on Saturday next sportsmen are in
w. y. hrirc in their dogs and give chase. The
;rr dog to be entitled to the fox and hon0rS'-
srort may be expected.
uorterly interchangeable last Quarterly
ENC for the present conference year Will be held
4 Church in this Borough to commence on
,,,v the 3lst inst, at o'clock P. NJ
,ouatiou,- 1.-The friends of the Rev. &. W. SEQ
ur;,, make him donation visit at his residence
cat pittston, on Wednesday afternoon and even
the 28th inst.
ews Depot.--The subscriber having establish
News Depot at DR.. Rhoads' Drug store calls the
,fon of the readers to his Daily, Weekly and
th Newspapers and Magazines.
rou want one hours later news take the Inquirer
re.s You will also find a fine assortment of sta
,ry Christmas presents which have just arrived
IL an! see for yourselves.
quirer Daily IS cts. per week,
a., 0l 4" u"
North Branch democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Pa.) 1854-1867, 1863-01-28
MRS. WOODS
GEL + B RATED
STIMULATING 0IG UIT 7
FOR WHISKERS AND HAIR.

THE STIMULATING ONGJ ENT AND INVIG
ORATOR will restore hair 70 the bald head, give
1ew life and restore to original color gray hair
cause rod hair to grow dark. Is warranted to bring
rut thick set of
North Branch democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Pa.) 1854-1867, 1863-01-28
W. E. WALTON.

AYERS American Almanac has BOW arrived
u is now ready for delivery gratis, by Samuel
ttrk, TO all who call for it. Our readers may be
frised to know that this little pamphlet which has
home so much a favorite in our section has quite
III largest circulation of any one book in the world
Mept the Bible. 1t is printed in many languages
ii scattered through many nations as well as sup
Id to almost the entire population of our own vast
main. Every family should keep it, for it contains
i Frmaton which all are liable to require when
Die from being at hand in season. Ii you take
II advice you will call and get an Ayers Almanac,
Y when you get, keep it.
Fruits and FlOWers.--Mr Daniel Harkns,
rToWanda, Bradford County, has exhibited to Us
Fcmens of fruits, flowers and evergreens, from his
arsery at that place. Mr. H. with whom we have
Zen per onalIy acquainted r several years, is an
bright and reliable dealer in fruits and is worthy
the confidence Of the people. Having been en-
ged in the nursery business for several years, he
now prepared to furnish orders for all kinds OF
kitS flowers and ornamental trees and shrubs. His
xmty to this county, and the certainty, timeli-
+, AM good condition IN which his trees &c would
delivered should make him the man above all
hers for fruit growers to deal with lie has
several years delivered fruits to many of our far
Frs in the northern part Of the cousty. to all of
pom be refers as guarantee that his mode OF
aling has given entire satisfaction. lion Wm.
well Col. V E Pioette, and Col EIhanan Smith
his county may also be referred to.
North Branch democrat. [volume] (Tunkhannock, Pa.) 1854-1867, 1863-01-28
iMBRoT1PEs, PHOTOGRAPHS, MBUytN PRINTS, &C.
GOOD ASSORTMENT Or ChSES.


He has purchased a splendid assortment of Cases
among which are the Union, Bond Clasp, Octdgon
Oral Git Frames, Gilt Trays, 4c.,-very neat and
desirable patterns-besides a variety of plain and
fancy Cases, of every size and description
The foregoing, he thinks, are inducements sufficient
for every one to to the Picture Gallery and
secure one of those faithful shadolrs"-
(Which light and art, with magic spell,
By working together can catch So we'll %
If not, there are other considerations How impor-
tant that you faithful likeness of your friends
and relatives it too late You have all experi-
enced something of the satisfaction afforded in gazing
on the Picture of an absent friend and some of YOU
have known the sad pleasure derived from possessing
the likeness OF some loved one who has been laid be-
meath the church yard mound, and felt that
No price could take from you
A memento so cherished
For, how sacred the shadow
Since tht substance has persisted"
But you perchance have friends still with you
whose pictures you have not yet secured If so make
the business of to-day tomorrow nav be too late
Then come to The Picture Gallery in Samuel Stark's
Bri;k Bock-third story--a few Doors east of Wallis
Hotel and secure one Of those faith fiji sbado,rs
ALVIN DAY.
TunkhannockDec. 10, l862,-v 2nl6
The Portland daily press., 1863-05-05
Normal schools.

HNDER the provisions of the Act entitled "An
u Act for the establishment OF Normal Schools. -
approved March 25. 1868 the undersigned have been
appointed Commissioners TO locate two Normal
Schools. one in the eastern and in the western
part of the States and will receive sealed propo-
sails from citizens, trustees OF existing institutions
OF learning to furnish without expense to the State
for the term of five years at least, suitable buildings
for the instruction of two hundred pupils.
The proposals NAV be directed 10 the Commission
ers to locate Normal Schools - at Augusta and they
will be opened ON the eli ghth day of June next; i'm
mediacly after which time the Commissioners will
proceed to visit and make the necessary inyestiga-
lions. preparatory to the location provided in the
first section of said Act
PHILIP EASTMAN.
HENRY WILLIAMSON,
EPHRAIM FLINT
Augusta, April 8. 1868. apll d4w
The Portland daily press., 1863-05-05
Desirnble House for Safe.

T1NHE House 1856 Spring street. with stable and gar
Il den. next below the Merrill House. recently pur.
chased by Rev. Mr. Burgess aud the same lately oc-
cuped and built by Merrick sawyer, Eco, in the
most substantial and thorough manner. for his own
use. IL contains 10 rooms. with modern conven-
fences, gas. furnace. heated by steam throughout,
cellar under the whole house. cemented good drains
TO the public large brick cistern with good H.
tering apparatus. . well of excellent water good
wood she'd and large work ROOM or play-room for
children over the same connects the house with the
stable The stable Is well finished aud large enough
Tor three horses and a cow. The lot contains eO72
grape vines, &C.
The house was built by the day for cash, when la
oor and material were at least 30 per cent. lower
than at the present time and the property is now Of
Tered Tor less than the original cost Terms liberal
large part Of the purchase money remain on
mortgage If desired. For terms, SC, apply to
CHASE. LlrrLEFIELD CO.
ape diff
The Portland daily press., 1863-05-05
VAL U A b L e
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE !

1.-TWO LOTS OF LAND. adjoining the Lot on the
Il westerly corner of Congress aHd Fraskiia Sta.
One ON fraaklia Street hty-six feet front and one
huadred aud six feet deep 55lD feet. The
other, ON Congress Street hfty-six feet front. and
seventy-ive feet dep, containing az a feet.
LOT OF LAND on Congress Street. Manjoy) with
one story house thereon Said Lot is hty-six feet
Congress Street. and extends TO Monument Street,
kceping the width two hundred aud forty feet
fronting WaterriHe Street, containing about 1850
feet.
For plans of the above Lots. terms, &C.. enqaire
mchl9tf JOHN e. PROCfER.
The Portland daily press., 1863-05-05
FOR SALE.

a. HOUSE No. liz Cumberland Street, be
EI;;,,:l tween Elm and Chestnut. now occupied by
k4sA. Rev. W. r. Clark. Said house Is in good re-
pair, Is built of brick, and contains thirteen rooms.
lighted with gas. Good cellar and furnace. Title
clear.
For particulars enquire of THOMAS X. JONES,
or J. Z. PROCTER. Lime Street.
The Portland daily press., 1863-05-05
RE MOYAL.


APRIL 27, 1853.
future the single rate of letter postage between
Il the United States and the CAPE OF Coop HOPE
NATAL. ST. HELENA and ASCENSION by British
mail. via England, will be As cents, prepayment
required
Letters posted in the United States. which the
sende may desire TO transmit via tie UNITED iNG-
DON. ami thence. by British Mail Packets to the fol-
lowing Foreign Possessions in the West Indies. &C.,
viz: ST. THOMAS. ST. CRoIx, ST. EUsrATIUs, ST.
MARTIN CAYENNE. MARTINIQUE. GUADALUPE
SURISAN, CURACAO, PogTo Rico and the MosoUI-
TO TERRITORY, will be subject 10 the of As
cents U. ). aud British postagel prepayment
quired.
The single rate Of postage by the rrussian Closed
Mail will he fnIlnus
The Portland daily press., 1863-05-05
Y aluable Real Estate
FOR SALE

4 The "CALEpoSIAs HOUSE," on Green
yD near Portland street -lS
ir%&ssx The House Is in good repair has large
IiEH19IU run OF custom. and rents for 500 year
kAAA he lot Is 80 feet on Green street. extend
ing back ON aiine with Pottcrs Lane, 125 feet Can
Ton street lparalel with Green street 30 feet wide
runs through the middle of the lot making the land
~ 100 feet, with the large stable thereon will be
sold with the house Both lots contain about II 600
square feet of land
49, The twostoried House with Lot near the foot of
rlm sfr Ct, formerly owned by David Ross Esa-
Lot 30 II 80 feet
applied for before first of MAY next
Apply to JOHN LYNCH CO.
The Portland daily press., 1863-05-05
To he Let.

(NuAMBERS in the second story, over Store 90
~ Middle estrcet-Mitchells Building. Possession
given Immediately. Inquire of
ian2tf A. T. DOLE.
The Portland daily press., 1863-05-05

fUNilE conmodious Chamber In the northerly cor
= ner OF the new brick block. corner of Lime and
MIX Streets. directly facing the market Rentiow.
Enquire at Office Of
OCEAN INSURANCE CO.,
Sept.i5, 1867. diff No-2 Exchange ST.
The Portland daily press., 1863-05-05

<EsA The three storied brick House and Lot No.
tssM 4S 81. Lawrence Street, within $50 feet OF
Glkk the contemplated Horse Railroad. The lot
is 40 feet front and il2 feet deep rne house contains
ten well finished rooms several furnished with mar
bic mantels.l large store rooms. closets with cased
drawers gas in all the principal rooms. heated by
Mctregor furnace. hot air carried to second aud
third stories. large brick eistern. and well Of pure
water; also, a small stable The location is one OF
the most healthy in the city, and the view of ocean,
country and city issaid to be unsurpassed in America
This property will be sold af a bar ain IL applied
for before the middle of May next IL not then sold
il will be let for a term OF years.
Also. four large house lots on North and Walnut
Streets substantially fenced aud have been cutiya-
cd several years.
Enquire at IS Commercial Street.
Apr2 2. DIFF wM l.. SoUrHARD.
The Portland daily press., 1863-05-05
For Sale.

O. THE Three Story Brick Dwelling Hon.e.
lii No 1876 Congress street, corner Quincy street
&& Said House contains fourteen finished
roomsi = warmed by furnsce; plenty of hard and
OF JAMES 4. FERNALD, -
apps II 81 Middle Street
The Portland daily press., 1863-05-05
Notice.

4 Ii persons having claims against the estate a
IN W. CAPES. will leave them at his late residence
Willow street, for immediate settlement.
APPS DIV
The Portland daily press., 1863-05-05

and with respect to all other countries beyond
Germany, two cents less postage being charged for
prepaid letters than for unpaid letters.
On and after the rst dav of May next all postages
due unpaid Letters received in the mails despatch
ed to this country from Great Britain and Ireland.
France, Prussia. Hamburg, Bremen or Belgium must
be paid in gold silver eoin in equiv aent val
Of United States notes, which value viii be deter
mined by the closing price OF coin the day next
preceding.
apps div A I. DOLE, L. NJ.
The Portland daily press., 1863-05-05
Rates of Advertising:


l25 per square daily first week, 75 eents per week
cry other day after first week, 80 cents.
Half square. three insertions less. as cents one
week, sf00; 80 cents per week sfter-
Under head of ANUsExKsTs, 500 per square per
week: three insertions or less, Sl-5a.
SPECIAL NOTICES, sl.s5 per square arst week
Loo per week after three insertions less, 81 25
htlf square, three insertions, sl.00; one week,
$l.25.
BUSINESS NOTICES, in reading columns, IL cents
per line for insertion. No charge less than ffty
cents.
LEGAL NOTICES Al usual rates.
Advertisements inserted in the MAINE STATE
PREss (which has large circulation in every part OF
the State for IS cents per square in addition to the
above rates for each insertion.
Transient advertisements must be paid for ia sd-
vance.
~ All communications intended for the paper
should be directed to the Editor Of the Press and
those ofa business character to the Publishers.
II rhe PORTLAND DAILY aud MAINE STATE
Pass Office, in Fox BLOCK, No. s2t Exchange
Street, open at all hours during the day and eve
ming, from o'clock in the morning TO in the
evening.
~ Jon PRINTING of every description executed
with dspat III; aud all business pertaining the Of
hce or paper promptly transacted on application as
above.