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The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-06-27
From Washington.

WASHINGTON, June 26.
Hon. Geo. H. Pendleton, chairman, and the
other members of the delegation appointed
by the Democratic convention of Ohio to wait
on the President, with reference to the return
of Mr.. Vallandigham, have had two interviews
with the President, and stated to him in writ
ing their object and purpose. response will
not probably be made before Monday.
Commander John Calhoun has been ordered
to the command of the receiving shi u at Phil
adelphia, vice Lieut.. Pray detached. Com
mander Henry A. Wise has been appointed
Acting Chief of the Bureau of Ordnance.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-06-27
Rebel Iron-olads at Wilmington.

New YORK, June 26.
Newbern advices OF the I'D, state that de-
serters from Wilmington report two rebel IRON
clads with five inches of plating on eighteen
inches of Woodworking heavy guns. were
about ready to make a raid on the bIockading
squadron. They are about the size of the first
Merrimack, and lay very deep in the water,
and only able to make three or four miles an
hour.
Wilmington is very strongly fortified and
small force can bold it against great odds.-
The officers there are in favor of better pros
ecution of the war, while the men who desire
the capture of the city by the yankees, enter
tain nothing but mutinous regards for the
rebel Coniederacy.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-06-27
The Missouri Convention.

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo-, June %.
The majority report of the committee on
emancipation has been under discussion all
day, but no action has been taken. The Pres
ident of the convention received a dispatch
from Gen. Schofield, stating that after per-
sonal examination of Vincent Marmaduke, he
has ordered that gentleman to be sent beyond
our lines for disloyalty. Mr.. Harden was ex-
PEELED to-day from the convention for disloy-
atty.
Mr.. breckenridge substitute for the report
of the Committee on emancipation was reject
ed in the convention to-day by vote Of
yeas to rs nays. The question REQUIRED ON the
adoption of the original ordinance. Colonel
Voolfolk moved to amend 1t by submitting the
ordinance to the people in the State election
oil 1864. Carried BY So yeas to 10 nays.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-06-27
From California.

DAN FRANCISCO, June 70.
large mass meeting, TO ratify nominations
Of the Union State Convention, was held here
last night Speeches were made by most of
the candidates for State offices. There seems
to be no doubt that the Union State ticket
will be elected by an immense majority. 1t is
probable, however, that but one opposition
ticket will be in the field, and that to be nom
mated on the Sth of July, by the two wings of
the Democratic party, at their Fusion Con-
vention.
Sandwich Island dates have been received
to June 6. Missionaries from all the Islands
were holding their regular meeting at Homo
lulu. Rev. DR.. Anderson, representing the
churches of the United States, was in attend
ance.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-06-27

INDIGNATION MIssPENT. "A couple of
boxes, the size and form of those containing
front OF the Eastern Express Office, much to
the indignation of many of the passers by.
But this Indignation was brought to fever
heat when it became known that one OF them
was brought from Boston standing on one end
in the car. shameful" Outrageous" were
the EXPLANATIONS The Express folks said
nothing but laughed in their sleeves, for the
boxes contained nothing but patent caskets,
which the manufacturer had sent here as sam
pie. The indignation was therefore wasted.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-06-27

NEW YORK, June %.
As to the delences of Pittsburg, the Daily
Post of Thursday says: "The Notifications
enclosing the city on all sides are nearly COM
pleted, and every day there are nearly 10000
men employed in pushing them to completion.
The labor already done has placed our city in
such position that we do not believe the
combined forces of the South could take it,
They would have to fight through miles of en-
trenchments, forts and rifle pits, placed in such
a position as to command every APPROACH
The streets are filed with men from morning
until night, drilling and preparing themselves
for any emergency.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-06-27

THEATRE.-The complimentary benefit to
Miss Kate Reynolds last evening was an ova-
ton. The house was crowded, and it present.
ed the most brilliant audience of the season.
The plays we're performed with spirit and to
the satisfaction of the crowded house. After
the first play was over, the fair beneficiary
was called out. She came before the curtain
accompanied by Mr.. Langdon and in few
handsome remarks, expressed her thanks for
the kindness Of the ladies and gentlemen, and
the press OF this city, towards her. She very
handsomely alluded TO the valuable support az
forded her by Mrs. Annie Senter Langdon,
and hoped that on the occasion of that lady's
benefit, next Wednesday evening, the house
would be as crowded as it was now. She then
retired amidst the applause of the audience.
This afternoon, there will be a Grand Matt
nee, at 1-2 o'clock, at which Miss X. will
perform in two plays. This evening she will
make her last appearance in this city, per-
forming in "The Morning CALL" "Antony
cleopatra" and "The Union Volunteer. On
Monday she performs in Portsmouth, N. II.
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Various Items.

NEW YORK, June 26.
The U. S. gunboats Blackstone and Curlew
were seen yesterday off Nantucket South
Shoal. They had heard OF the capture of the
ship Isaac Webb from an outward bound ship.
Gov. Parker, Of New jersey, has issued
proclamation calling upon citizens entitled to
enlist, to fill up the ranks of the old regiments,
and to fill five new regiments of infantry and
two of cavalry, for the war, as authorized by
the War Department, on his application.
Gen. Butterfeld, of Gen. Hookers staff, ar
rived in Baltimore last evening, and is in con-
sultation with Gen. Schenck and Col. Lefferts
A special Washington dispatch to the Poat
says there is no alarm or excitement. There
are no rebels on the Upper Potomac this side of
Harper's Ferry. Everything is going on salts
factorily to the government.
At the Centreville Course to-day, in the
sweepstakes, two mile heats, Lodi received the
forfeits from Feetwing and Southerner, gall
Looping round the course making the second
mile in Al IL. In the second race, three
mile heats, Marmora beat Bill Davis. Time,
Lac 1-2, las 3-4, 1.50.
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Troops from Gen. Foster sent to Fortress
Monroe
NEwBERN, ". c., %.

NEwBERN, N. c., %.
As soon as intelligence of Lees advance
reached Gen. Foster, he, on his own response
bilty, commenced making arrangements for
embarking all his available forces for Fortress
Monroe, to be used by Gen. Dix in taking
Richmond or to assist in repelling the rebel
invasion, as Gen. Dix might think proper.
Our waters, since the reception of the news,
have been black with moving masses of troops
who have never been defeated, and loud are
their cheers for their victorious leader, who
would give his lille Tor the present chance of
leading them into Richmond
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-06-27

A HERo.-Among those who fell at the late
attack upon Fort Hudson, was Mr. John b.
SWEET OF this city. Mr.. SWEET had been long
in the employ of the Eastern Express Co., and
at the breaking out of the war, when yolun-
teers were called for, he enlisted in the first
Maine regiment. After the regiment returned
home he enlisted in Col. Shepley's regiment
aud proceeded to New Orleans, where he fell
lighting calamity for his country. His death
VIII be regretted by all who were acquainted
with him.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-06-27
Reported Naval Engagement.

NEW YORK, June 26.
The brig George, at New Haven, from st.
Crox June 9th, reports that on the 9Th inst,
from the observatory at Bars End, two steam
ers were distinctly seen in the offiing towards
st. Thomas engaged in battle. Cannonading
was distinctly heard tor some time, and then
one of the vessels suddenly disappeared. l.
is supposed she was sunk. The other vessel
steamed out of sight, and probably proceeded
to st. Thomas.
The Vanderbilt was reported at St. Thomas
on the 9th.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-06-27

SHIP BUILDING IN YARMoUTH-Mr. Giles
Loring is building brig of 300 tons burthen,
intended for the West India trade, and Messrs.
A. d. J. Seabury, have commenced building a
schooner of $50 tons burthen, intended for the
coasting trade.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-06-27

RACE CouRsE.-The Agricultural grounds
on Munjoy have been fitted up for a trotting
course, and every evening large number of
our best trotting horses may be seen going
over the course. 1t has become quite a place
of resort in the evening
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From Sc. Louis.

ST.. LOUIS, June &c.
Attorney General Bates arrived here last
night He will be serenaded this evening.
About fifty prisoners from Vicksburg, took
the oath of allegiance to-day. Another batch
of rebels will be sent South in few days.
Among them is Edward William Johnston,
brother of the rebel Gen. Joe. Johnston.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-06-27

18TH REGlMENr.-A dispatch was received
last evening from Chaplain Furnish of the 18th
Maine, stating that the regiment was at Ar
lington on its way home. 1t will, probably, be
here early next week.
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From Vicksburg.
MEMPHIS, Tenn, June %.

MEMPHIS, Tenn, June %,
Via Cairo June 25.
Official intelligence from Grants army to
the both have been received. Johnston is said
to have withdrawn his troops from across the
Big Black, and is moving on Clinton,
About 900 Texans attacked Lake Provi-
dence'on the 10th, but swere repulsed with
loss by the negro troops, who fought brayely.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-06-27

TICKETS TO CONVENTION. A dispatch
from Hon. James G. Blaine at Augusta, saws
that tickets will be sold at stations on the
Maine Central Railroad, between Portland
aud Waterville on Tuesday, to return Thurs
day, at one fare for the round trip.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-06-27

GB- Messrs. Isaac Dyer, Esq, and Capt.
George Hearn, stretched, Wednesday, in Tur-
ner's ship yard at the Cape, the keel of bark
of about 500 tons burthen. She is to be an
A vessel
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% Capt Freeman McGiivery of the 9th
Maine Battery has been appointed Colonel,
and Capt. James B. Hall of the I'd Battery,
Major of the Light Artilley. So says dis
patch to the Courier.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-06-27

BASE BALL.-The members of the Saga
more Base Bah Club, and others who are in
terested or would enjoy social game, are re-
quested to meet upon the ball ground lnear
the Arsenal) this afternoon at 4 o'clock.
L. MEANS, Director 8 r. r. n
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-06-27

~ H. L. Davis has received for sale book
telling "What to Eat and How to Cook it," by
Pierre Blot, and "a Critical History of Free
Thought" by A. S. Farrar.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-06-27


full meeting of the creditors Of the late John
"A Rounds, held this day pursuant 10 previous no.
nee the whole subjsc, matter being referred to
who reported as iolowsw reports hereby snan-
irsoasly accepted.
From the Probate Records
Whole amount of claims allowed against the
estate, s5.7s1.42
INVENTORY OF THE ESTATE.
Cash, sieO 90
Goods and ehattels, 2as %
Rights and credits, 4.i90 Is
AND FURTHER THE PRonArE RECORDS SAITH NOT.
Sufficient, however. 10 here apparent. that instead
of 20 per cent the estate should have paid and did
in reality pay about s5 per cent less the cost of ad-
ministraton, and the furniture (S246 66l
seweli C. Strout, Howard Stroutl "As COUNSEL
FOR THE ADMiSrsrRATR1x.'' according 10 has
account has had all the claims against the estate,
less that of S54.54 at New York, ASSIGNED To HIM
SELF FOR 20 PER CENT As evidence that said Strout
has not paid over 20 per cent $40 50 Of these
claims reference Is had to the following letter. as
constituting part Of this report:
PORTLAND, March 81. 1854.
Messrs. Smith ( Styatfoa, Nec York:
The dividend upon the claims against the estate of
John Rounds Is 20 per cent. amounting upon your
claim to $40 so. You have the amount by send
have all been paid out except yours. a long time
Yours truly, $. Q. srRour.
The Account may be stated thus:
s5ssl i254 "a is $500 49, at 20 per cent 81 1s5 So
Goods and chattels (farniture, 81 e. the Court
allowed the ADMINISTRATIVE to retain, 246 90
Cash at sundry times, and Note from Sfrout
to the ADMINISTRATIVE. as per his account
in part rendered her, e75 90
Amount Of the New York claim remaining
unsettled, HH
s24n S.
This amount s2sll Is, taken from the assets.
81 sos ST. supposing the n. York claim of s54 a. to
be paid in full, show balance Of SASS g. less the
cost Of administration. USAccoUSrKD FOR IN THE
HANDS OF SEwELL Z. STRoUr. which Of right. to-
gether nth the S975 Adore set rth should hdre been
paid 10 the respecfire creditors Of said estate
Your Committee. therefore, upon q full and dis
passionate review of the whole matter. Of opin-
ion that by of the misrepresentation Of said
Srout, all the creditors except ID. II. Chase. havo
been cheated out Of their just dues, and recommend
to each of them 10 take such legal measures - tho
laws may afford to compel said Strout to make good
the difference between what they severally got and
what the estate should have paid. and roaid have
paid had the original entries the books Of the Pro.
ate Records been faithfully carried oaf.
ID. I. CHASE Chairman.
MOSES MORRILL,. Secretary.
Portland, April 20. 1858. apps Tn S&Tutf
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-06-27

FIRST PARIsH.-Occupants of Pews in the
First Parish Church are notified that it is
favorable opportunity to take up carpets now,
while cleaning and repairs are going on in the
house
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-06-27

% THE Fulton fish market, on Federal ST.,
is doing fine business. 1t is convenience
that has long been wanted in that locality.
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Financial.

PHILADELPHIA, June 70.
Jay Cooke, U. S. Subscription Agent, reports
the sale of Sl,270,000 worth Of 5-20's to-day at
the various agencies in the loyal States. The
bonds are being delivered to June Sd.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-06-27

4 WROUGHT IRON DOOR. steel-plafed, with
Il burglar-proof Lock cost $500.
wrought-iron Door. with alphabetical Lock.
be sold cheap, to close the For particulars
call ON L. TAYLOR. 81 Commercial street.
je24eodtf
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The Allotment Roll from the 18th regiment.
has been received and is payable at the City
Treasurer's office.
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Capture of q Blockade Runner-Destruction
of the Banshee.


A naval officer just arrived from off Will
mington, reports that the rebel schooner Hat
tie was captured last Saturday by the Florida
She was running out with turpentine, rosin
and cotton. The Hattie reported that the
Banshee, the fastest blocdade runner afloat,
was burned in Cape Fear River, with cargo
OF cotton and turpentine. The engineer run
GU. on the night of the 10th.
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vermo mt Democratic State Convention.


The Democratic State Convention, for the
nomination of State ticket, to be supported
at the approaching State election, and for the
election of four delegates at large to the next
Democratic National Convention, was held in
this place to-day. Charles n. Davenport was
chosen President, and 5. G. Chandler, G. w.
Aiken and r. b. Roundy, Secretaries. The
Committee on nominations reported as follows:
For Governor, L. p. Redfeld, of Montpelier;
for Lieut. Governor, Z. A. Chaplin OF Rut-
land; for Treasurer, K. McOrmsby, of Brad
ford. The report was unanimously adopted.
The same Committee also reported as dele
gates to the National Convention the names
of II. b. Smith, l.. 5. Partridge, John Cain and
L. p. Reddeld, and n. ii. Arlington, A. Nc
Lean, A. NJ. Hewlett and j. NJ. Weeks as sub
stitutes. The resolutions adopted were the
same as those recently passed at the Demo-
cratic Convention of Ohio, with the addition
of one thanking Gov. Seymour of New York,
for his letter to the Albany meeting, denounc-
the arrest of Vallandigham.
Speeches were made by Hon. B. ii. Smalley
of Vermont, James Brooks of n. Y, Wiley
of Mass, and Others. The convention was
numerously attended, and the proceedings
were harmonious. The afternoon session was
held in the open air on the State House Com
mon.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1863-06-27
For sale.

The two-story House, No 40 Winter
hessx4 street, with stable attached. Lot l2sx
lSsis ~ So feet. more less. III not sold pre-
llllH2 vious to July LIST it will be offered at
q - auction. For further particulars in
quire of JAMES +. HASELTINE,
jc23 dtyl 9S IL Moulton Street.
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STAMPING PATTERNS
BRAIDING !

g N. BRAKEMAN would inform the Ladies that
-. she has removed from No. 10 to "a Free street.
where she is readyto attend to all orders for stamp
ing. Miss u. has made arrangements in New York
be constantly supplied with all the latest styles of
Brading Patterns, and the best materials to work
with. Samples of her work can be seen at all times
at her rooms.
She will teach her method of stamping, on reason
able terms. 20 ladies from any part of the country,
aud supply them with all necessary materials to work
with. je23 diff
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.. NJ PArrEN, Auc'ioneer-ofhee 81 Exchange St.

AT AUCTION

AT AUCTION.
nN Tuesday 3Dth Jnne. at p. NJ on the premises
" No IL India street, near Middle the two-storied
wooden dwelling, and land. Lot about 43 front nv
- In depth The house is in complete order finished
from cellar to attic. with twelve good sized rooms
throughout; excellent water ON the premises tIo1ss
wa put oy the day, and better arranged dwelling
Free policy at the Portland Mutual.
Title undoubtcd-sale positive Terms 10 suit
je22 dtd " '-
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A t AUCTION. on Wednesday, July 1st at Il NJ
"A on the premises that valuable lot OF land sifu-
afed ut the corner of Commercial and Moulfo,
streets of late occupied by Lyman Marrett and Ala
The said lot OF land contains 331 square feet access
on three sides to the premises.
Terms. one fourth cash, the balance in one ami
two years, with interest semi nualy secured bv
mortgage on the premises. Title undoubted.
The building included In the sale
For particulars call on the Auctioneer. myz7
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For the Islands.

GsH The steamer CASCO will until
tz1I!xs zssst> further notice, leave BURSHAM's
- Wharf for PEAKS and CUSHING g
ISLANDS at and 10 80 A. NJ, and and 8. 30 p. NJ.
Returning, will loave CusHINe's ISLAND at 9.45 and
IL Is A. NJ, and As and 5. rs L. ".
The boat will touch at PEAKS ISLAND every trip
down. but returning will only touch there the LAST
TRIPS in the forenoon and afternoon.
Fare Down and Back 25 Cents.
June "a 1861 diff
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House Wanted.

-. House wanted-rent about $3.50. Address
Al: Lock Box 1880.
III je2s diff
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- new two-story house. thoroughly built,
&;;: slated roof, IL finished rooms convenient for
4xak one or two families, with bay windows plenty
" excellent water; wood-house attached, and q
arge garden lot-stuated on veranda street, near
fukeys bridge, in westbrook. within ten minutes
walk of Portland Post Office. Conditions easy price
ow, and excellent neighborhood.
je23 d3m ISAAC SYLVESTER.
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To RniIrOad ContractOrs.

DR0PoSALS for building the Portland and For
est Avenue Railroad will be received till July l.
Bids may be made Tor the work and materials, or
for the work only and for either of the portions in
Portland or Westbrook. Plans and specifications
can be seen at the Office of the company.
JAMES HALL, Engineer
Portland, June %, 1868. I'd
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FOR SALE. & TO LET.
To Lei.

To Let.
A COUNTING ROOM on I'd floor on Central
IA wharf, very low. Also, storage of Flour ON LIST
floor. Apply to EDWARD II. BuRGIN,
je26 div 40 Commercial Street.
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A TWO story house and lot, No. As Clark Street,
N near Danforth,-lot about 81 = 80 feet House
with eleven finished rooms, besides closets. &C.
For particulars, enquire of JOHN Proctor,
Portland June Is. 1863 3weod Lime Street.
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Store for Sale.
FTVHE four-story brick Store in Free Street.-The.
Il in the Free Street Block-next east of Tolfords
Enquire of Ii. +. MACHlN, Gait Block, or
sp9istf p. BARNES, sal Middle Street.
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The Recent CAPTURES by the Pirate Tacony.


New YORK, June 26.
The fishing schooner Florence. of Glonces-
ter, with Capt. Robinson and crew of ship
Byzantinm, and Capt Duntin and crew of bark
Goodspeed, arrived tonight The Florence
was captured by the pirate Tacony and releas-
ed, on condition of taking these Captains and
crews to this port. Capt. Gardner of the
Florence reports that he was boarded the day
previous to the capture by three federal gun
boats. Captain Robinson of ship Byzantium
states thathe sailed from London for New York
May 18th. On The 10th of June, in lat Al 30,
lon. 65.35, he was boarded by the gunboat
Blackstone. On the 2lst, 30 miles ESE from
Nantucket Lighboat, about 4 A. NJ, weather
hazy aud calm, he saw a bark close alongside
with the American flag, who fired blank
cartridge and then a shell. He was then
boarded by the pirates and given fifteen min
utes TO so on board the pirate craft The By
zantium was then burnt by the pirates.
Capt. Dunlin, OF bark Goodspeed, reports
sailed from Londonderry for New York May
goth. On June 2lst, about A. NJ, was over
hauled by the pirate Tacony, captured and
burned, and himself and crew taken on board
the pirate. On the 22d she captured the fish
ing schooners Marengo, Elizabeth Ann, Rufus
Choate and Ripple, burning them; also the
Florence, on which the pirate put I6 enrolled
prisoners from destroyed vessels.
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TUyHE Committee on Public Buildings will receive
IL proposals until Friday, July Sd. at IL NJ, for
building Brick stable on the City Farm. Plans
and specifications be at the Mayors once.
je26 JACOB MCCLELLAN. Chairman
lArgus copy.l
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TO Let.

To Let.
VVHE eligible and convenient Chambers over store
Il No IA Market Square. now occupied by Mr..
Rufus Durham, suitable for salesrooms or other
purposes Possession given about July LIST. Also
one very desirable Chamber In the third story of
same block. Apply TO
je2i diff THOMAS or WIN HAMMOND