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The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

ON last Thursday night, James B.
IStebbins, man aged 80 years, living
near Clinton, Oneida county, N. Y,
was SO severely injured by some bur.
glars who were attempting to rob his
house, that he died last Sunday even
ing. Two men, named Sweeny and
Rash, have been arrested on suspi-
fcion.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

turkeys hid themselves in a barrell,
but were discovered by the owner.
restitution was promptly made just
as soon as it was ascertaincd how the
accident occurred.
The loyal element inthis place are
agitating the Post-office question, at
this time, and the present incumbent
is being seriously punched from all
directions. Andy Squire and D. d.
Hummiston are candidates for the of
fee. II.
HIRAM Dec. 81 1869.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

CARS SMAsHED.-Last Friday night,
shout one o'clock, as. a construction
train on the c. s. P. R. r.. loaded with
ties, was passing through our village,
going north, it broke in three parts,
and on the down grade the cars be-
came unmanageable, rashing together
with considerable, speed, throwing
one car from the track and badly
smashed the tender and three freight
cars. The engine stationed at. this
place was put in requisition and to "
ed the engine and damaged tender to
EIevsisnd. est so
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

A CHANCE FOR BUsIN gss.-Among
our new advertisements is a call for
agents to canvass fof. I" Perkins s.
Houses Non.Explosive Kerosene
Lamps" Any one. who has carefully
read the statements Of eminent scien.
tifc men about this Lamp cannot
doubt that it meets great public
want and will sell rapidly. If there
is anything our people need 1t is a
Safety Lamp in which coal oil, with
all its adulterations, can be burned
with perfect safety. This Lamp is moi
only safe, but it gives as much light al
two ordinary Lamps and nses more
than one-third less oil. ' .Hssi
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

CHRISTMAS passed of very quietly
I'M our village, nothing unusual or ex-
citing occurring during the day. Old
Santa did inlot.neglect his accustomed
visit 10 the little folks on Christmas
Eye, and during the day there were
many happy, smiling faces among the
juyenileaaI The uspal number of sou-
veniers were presented, and although
there was no general Observance OF
the day, our people seemed to enjoy
merry, merry Christmas. May they
live to enjoy many more.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30
Inst Recaixed..

rs pieces BLACK ALPACAs and PURE MO
HAIRS, making the most complete stock in thi'
County, and At prices thatw viii defy Competition
j. S. SMITH & CO.
We wish our patrons, one and allss
Happy New Year.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

THOSE who attend the Firemen'a
dance tomorrow evening, will be sure
of having Agar time. All should
lend helping hand to our enterpris-
ing and self-sacrifcing Firemen.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

THEATRIoAL,--M1le Zoe. and her
New York Company gave three ex.
hibitions at Phenix Hall last week,
closing on Saturday. evening. The
last evening they were greeted with a
flll house. The several characters
were, well rendered, and the audience
seemed highly pleased with the per.
.formances. This is one of the best
=cdmpahies that has ever visited this
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

The select party at the Etna House
on Friday evening, is said to have
been very pleasant affair. Over fifty
couples attended, and all seemed to be
highly pleased
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

WITH our present facilities, we nm.
hesitatingly state that we are prepared
toido as good job printing as can be
done IN Northern Ohio, and at rea-
sonable rates. Cali and examine our
specimens.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

SPECIAL ELEcrIoN.-The Trustees
of this township have ordered a spec.
ial election on Monday, january 10th,
for Justice of the Peace to fill the
vacancy caused by the death Of Viii.
liam Goodman,
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30
Ravenna. Oct d
Furs Furs :

We will now oHer the balance Of our stock of
FURS at PRICES THAT WILL CLOSE THEM
OUT. We are not Offering FURs AT COST, but
at prices that WILL CLOSE THEM OUT Call
soon. ]. s. SMITH s co.
Dec. 18th. iso ~ ft2sA. " axh
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

. TIE elevator Of Chambers h Broth
ers at Muscatine, Iowa, was burned
last Thursday night. Il, had only. a
few hundred bushels Of grain In it.-r
SIs, 5H. go aiAsaraAae, sz00A
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

{ CArHo1Ic ;EA1E.-The Fair held at
Phenix Hail on Monday, Tuesday and
Wednesday evenings of last week,
under the auspices Of the Catholic
Church Of this village, was well at
tended and literally patronized. The
interest ana excitement manifested on
the last evening was quite intense
We haye not learned the amount real
lied from the fair, but it must have
been dnite large .Etlrt- ,L...4y
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30
Teachers, Examinations.

The Board OF School Examiners for Portage
County, will hold meetings for the examination
of applicants, in the Court House, at Ravenna,
commencing at 10 O'Clock, A. n. and closing at
4 O'Clock, P. NJ. upon the LAST Saturday ofeach
month, until further netice.
49, CA. REED. Clerk. :.
Rayenna. Oct. q, 1853. eo-tf - . q .it,.. y
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

WE understand that Mile Zoe's
Dramatic Company perform at Kent,
ON Thursday, Friday and Saturday
evenings of'next week. The people
Of that town will miss rich treat il
they fail to attend. s..-
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30
r EGAL NOTICE.

John Eekert, Of the town OF orangeville,
county of Mercer and State of Pennsylvania, Is
notified that Sarah Ann Eckert did, ON the .3Sd
day of November, A d. 1869, fIe her petition In
the Office Of the Clerk of the Court of Common
Pleas, within and for the county OF Portage and
with habitual drunk koa1esS TOR more than three
years last past. sndly, Gross neglect of duty
And ardly, Extreme cruelty, aud asking that
she may be divorced from the said John Eckert
and alimony dccreed herby said Court, which
petition will stand for hearing at the next term
Of said Court Dated this e5th day Of Novcm-
her, 1859. SARAH ANN ECKERT,
ByW .. ThomaA her Attorney.'
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30
FIRST NATIONAL BANK,
OF RAyENNA, o., tns
OPPOSITE ETNA BLocK
ESTABLISHED IN 1893.


Aaa Home Instsf.stson, for tlse Aeeosss''odo-
t,o,s of sI.e People Of Portage cos''sfy.
We will endeavor in the future, as in the past
to give preference and I'LL orders and supply
The wants and demands Of our own county Peo-
pie first.
win pay the Highest Market Rates fol-
Coupons, Gold, Silver and Preunium Funds
OF all kinds, II = q
Interest allowed on time deposits.
Revenue stauaps--all sizes, kept constantly
ON hand. and all orders AIled promptly
Special Deposits received without charge:
U. s. Bonds and Securities bought and sold
at best market rates. fsj 5tesa8.
Drafts drawn and cashed on ali the principal
cities In the United States.
sirht Drafts on England, ireland and al
cities in Europe.
Collections made on al points nthe tUnised
States, and prompt remittance made.
n D. CLARK, Prest.
c.E. wIrTEE, Cashier. W - s}259;n5 = q, !,
Nov 1888 IT,
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

PERSONS who don't want Democrat
ic custom, needn't advertise in the
"PREss." - 2 80! 1i.-' : :
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30
EBEN NEWTON.

+ The. Miles Independent, giving an
account of a brutal fight in. that town
duriugA which one of the fightests
knocked down the other and "pro-
ceeded to eat off his eyebrows says
that: the. truth is, innocent, unsus-
pectiHg men are liable to be assassin
ateP there, ":any day, and no means
at hand to bring offenders to justice"
Niles must be a rough place and very
badly policed, or else the Independent
man is awfully alarmed, We don't
believe, however, that he scares wol tn
cent. {ft5a a.l ,<
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

The State Temperance Convention
at Syracuse, New York, on Wednes-
day, innugurated new party called
the New York Anti-Dram-Shop par
lty. "
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

The days have begun to 4ehgthen
slightly. Tuesday, the 2lst inst, was
the shortest day of the year.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

PERSONS who expect Democratic
custom, must advertise in. Democratic
papers. @ ,..tss- q - :. = si'--3 9'-is
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30
nTNA BOOK STORM.
splendid New Years GIFT. :

To close ont our stock or CHRoMos for. New
Years Gifts, we offer them at Greatly Reduced
Prices. We invite especial attention to the fol
lowing list: i,s,r - ...sxk s.Yf.,...
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

The Winter Term of thcR RaYenns
Union Schools, will commence on
Monday next.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30
RxDuoKiD D

In addition to the abovewe are selling for
New Years Gifts, q fine variety Of China Goods.
Bohemian Ware, Hand kerchief and Glove Box
es, at Reduced Prices. Can at the EtnK Book
Store, next door to the Post Ofice.
Il AE.HSCOELIESd
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

AT Oberlin, Deacon Pringie Ham
ilton arose to open the door for a
neighbor, sat down in his chair, and
died almost instantly. He had COM
planned of pain in the head during the
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

z q
Po1soNxb-Last Thursday, man
came to town from the country, and
during bis stay got setightuslly slight. I"
He had in his pocket concealed
weapon" charged with benzine,
which some of the "boys" discovered
and went for it, and having procured
it, discharged its contents into their
own stomachs. On Christmas day,
determined to be revenged upon those
who had robbed him of his "com-
fort" the. countryman came to town
again and procured another bottle OF
tangie leg which having fixed up
for tho occasion by adding quantity
of strychnine. he carefully concealed
in his wagon, being certain to do the
hiding while those whom he suspect
ed of appropriating his grog to their
own use would see him, and then left.
He had been gone but short time
when the bottle was distracted and
its villainous contents went down the
throats Of the ring" The result was
that one Of the party, an American
citizen of African descent, was soon
after fohnd to be in avery critical con-
dition, though we understand there is
prospect Of recovery.
:. FIREMAN's DANCE. The members
of our Fire Company have made ar
rangements for grand dancing party
at Phenix Hall, to take place to-mor-
row Friday) night. Our citizens
should all manifest an interest in
keeping up that indispensable organi-
zation. The fremen labor without
compensation for the protection of the
property Of all in our village, and ev-
cry one-at least every property-hold-
er--now that an opportunity is off
fered, should endeavor to make them
| some slight compensation for their
valuable services. Even those who
do not desire to attend the dance can
help TO replenish the Treasury of the
| organization by purchasing ticket
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

DURING the past year, 664 school
houses has been erected in Ohio total
number of school buildings in the
State is II 400. Total number in Ham
ilton county, 1913; of this number II
were erected during the year.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30
rew. Adver.lssmspts.

AeN s. oliu-Portage Co. Ag Society.
n67-J. c. Prentiss-Do Good. More MeAey.r
p~ Myron H. Carter-DanielJ Judd's Estate
naeHorrce r. Beebe-Wm, Coolman's Estate.
LOCAL NOTICES. l. - r.
RNz-J. 8. smith q Co-Three Notices.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

We are offering great bargains in BLEACH
ED and BROWN COTToNS- We, have large
stock to select from. J. s. SMITH q co.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

THE Wayne County Democracy
have made arrangementssfor for celebrat-
ing, the coming anniversary of the bat
tie ofNew Orleans (the Sth of Janu-
ary,l by grand festival.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30

A two-horse, three spring Express Wagon,
newly painted, and in good repair. Can be had
at bargain. Call and soc it at the Old Anger
shop mile west Of the Center.
For further particulars, -,-
IsltI Enquire Of 81 Is tt> I.
Chnrlestowu, Dec. 0, 1sa9, ey-tw8. =.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1869-12-30
Farm for Sale.

.5 ls Farm for Sale.
0E ACRES of choice land on Freedom road
GO about 8 miles from Court House Nine,
acres of timber, rest well improved. Good
frame house and barn, Good wef Of soft water
about 20 thrifty apple trees Abundance OF livI
ing stock water,
For, farther particulars, call on NJ, Stuart
Esq, RaTenna, Ohio. --l'' -
e7-sw HIRAM CHAIRMAN.
The Portland daily press., 1869-07-03
SPECIAL NOTICES.
no fhe Patrons Of the Press.


The death of the late proprietor of the
Daily and Maine State Press, has recent
ly resulted in change of ownership, and
it becomes necessary that all who are in
arrears over one years subscription for
the above papers, or are otherwise in debt
should pay up at their earliest convenience.
In many instances letters have been forward
ed to our more distant subscribers. We trust
that if such notices have not been received,
this information win be considered of sufi-
cient Importance as to receive from our
friends their earliest attention. We propose
that our rules in this instance shall be SO
modified that prompt payment on the part
of those in arrears shall not subject any per-
son to any additional payment over the usual
rates for cash subscription, provided, that no
arrears are left unpaid and the subscription be
continued. The printed slip on papers indi-
Gates the time to which subscriptions are
paid. Observe that the date is changed with
in two weeks after making remittances
Please call at the Office, or forward by Post
Office money order, or registered letter to
FREDERICK RCBIE, Treasurer of Portland
Publishing Co.
The Portland daily press., 1869-07-03

n TIE REsKRvoIR on BRA1rHkLL's Hmr.-
The Portland Water Company are getting
along admirably with the reservoir. Already
over half Of the earth has been displaced, and
great deal of the gravel removed has been
applied to the swamp lands in the vicinity,
thereby enhancing their value as building lots,
and proportionaliy removing fruitful cause
of sickness. The city has also availed it.
self Of the opportunity to procure the gravel.
The lot on which the reservoir stands is
about 300 feet square, and contains little over
$4,000 square feet. The depth of water will be
about thirty feet. Two flights of granite steps
will lead up to the top of the embankment
wall, where charming promenade will be
found to extend all round the reservoir, eight
feet in width. The sides of the embankment
will be handsomely sodded, and as the reser-
voir occupies the space bounded by Bramhall
Brackett, Chadwick and Vaughan streets, it
win no doubt become favorite resort for our
| citizens.
We do not know the exact capacity of the
reservoir, but we understand that it will con-
tain twice as much water as the two at South
and East Boston combined, and sufficient to
supply city of three times the size of Port
land. As the reservoir is only expected to be
| used in case of any accident to the Supply
main pipe,' it must be serious break that
would require its use for more than twenty
four hours. 1t is merely as a reserve Supply
main.'' 1t is expected the reservoir will be
completed for use by the first of October, but
the non. completion of the reservoir will not
affect the Immediate introduction of the water
into the city.
The Portland daily press., 1869-07-03
state News.
AxpRoscoGoN COUNTY,.

ANDROSCOGGN COUNTY,.
james Brown, son of Oliver Brown, of Au-
burn, in attempting to Slide down the banis- :
ters of the Grammar School house stairs,
ON Friday, slipped and fell down three stories
to the lower floor. He was instantly killed.
KNOX COUNTY.
The Rockland Gazette says Mr. William
Moody, while at work in the hold of ship, in
OBrien's ship yard at Thomaston, ON the 18th
ult, was fatally injured by the falling OF a
heavy roller used for moving timber, dis
tance Of about fifteen feet, striking him upon
the head. He was taken TO his house near by
and lived about thirty hours.
The Gazette says Deputy Sheriff G. M. Wor-
mel arrived at Thomaston last Saturday morn
ing with Calvin Smith, a convict in the State
Prison, who escaped from Augusta jail IN u
ly, 1867 Smith is considered desperate fell
low, and has to serve three years or more in
the State Prison Some of the papers in the
State saw he escaped from the prison. This is
not so, for when repairs were being made on
the prison. he, with several others, was sent to
Augusta Jail. 1t was from this institution
he made his escape. 5f Egstfs Esfns.ss7s
KENNEBEc COUNTY.
Fifteen car loads of Sabbath school children
from Somerset county arrived at Augusta
Friday morning on an excursion train. They
were entertained by the Sunday school chill
dren there and left ior home in the afternoon.
SOMERSET COUNTY.
The Hon. Stephen d. Lindsey, of Norridge-
wock, has been nominated Assistant Assessor
for Somerset county by Gen. Connor, Assessor
of Internal Revenue. He succeeds. w. NJ. E.
Brown, Esq, says the Reporter.
The Somerset Reporter is informed from the
most reliable sources that the Portland &
Kennebec Railroad Co.. have made arrange
ments to have engineers make working plan
for railroad from Patterson Bridge in AnsoI
to Solon, preparatory to putting on working
parties at once.
The Reporter says Frank Lerton, to whom
reference was made last week in connection
with sheep-stealing affair, was bound ovel
to make his appearance in court in the sum o.
$780, He obtained bail. Phlander, his broth
er, has not yet been found
WALDO COUNTY.
The Age says the people Of Burnham, at
town meeting on Saturday. declined to vote
to have the town take stock in the railroad
The people of Clinton Gore voted to subscribe
$1,000. The consequence of the action O
Burnham, we learn, is that the Belfast direc
tors have not yet concluded to locate the road
through that place. w
YORK COUNTY.
The house and barn of Mr.. William Gills, il
Acton, We're burned on Monday last Loss
about $1,000, and insured for $780,
Franklin w. Bickford escaped from the iai
at Alfred last Thursday morning Sheriff
Goding offers reward of $40 for his recap
ture. a
The Bddeford Union says soon after the ex
press train passed on Tuesday night the lonl
railroad bridge was discovered to be on fire.
Had it been discovered ten minutes later tn
| whole superstructure would have been de
| stroyed. As it was, the fire was put out with
out much damage.
The Portland daily press., 1869-07-03
To owners of Horses.

Thousands Of Horses die yearly from Collie. This
need not be. DR.. Tobias Venetian Horse Liniment
wil' positively every case. If given when first
taken. Ths cost is only one dollar. Every owner
Of horse should have abottle 10 his stable ready oI
1t is warranted superior to anything else foI
Cuts, Wind Calls, swellings, Sore Throat, sprains
Bruises, Old Sores, SC. This Liniment is no new
remedy. 1t has been used and approved of for q
years by the first horsemen In the country. Given
to an overdriven horse it acts like magic. Orders
are constantly received from the racing stables o
England for it. et
The celebrated Hiram Woodruff used and recon-
mended 1t to his friends years before his death. Col
p. r. Bush, of the Jerome race course, has given me
certificate stating 1t to be superior to any other lie
had used. Hundreds of others can be seen at the
Depot, 10 Park Place, Y. Sold by the Druggists
and Store-keepers. iel2deod&eeH1m
The Portland daily press., 1869-07-03

Z A COMPLAINT, loud and deep, is uttered
against the Bangor Whig by the Gospel Ban
ner because the former paper did not get in
next morning (the day Of the Republican State
Conyention) the temperance and anti-hanging
resolves passed the night before by the Uni
yersalist Convention at Augusta. We quote
the Banner: "a IL a0
Ihe resolutions were telegraphed through to
the Bangor Wing ana Courier expenses paid
before o'clock that afternoon. and were de-
A., 7V,,;ls m to the proper persons in
o ono H1!g onee, Ior Ps---,. Sasion in that paper
morning. The Republican Convention for r'tshR fht
on Thursday. Others as well as o1rself can
readily understand the reason of their sup.
preston till after the nomination was had.
Very likely the Wing was waiting for the
report to come in the usual way and at the
usual time, and was not prepared to "set up
the special dispensation Of Ecclesiastical pow
er over the little matters of partisan politics
and still the implied charge of the Banner
may be true. We hope, however, that the
, Wing was not wicked enough to put any
such construction upon the matter as is hint
ed at in the extract. We are quite sure that
to the unregenerated mind it was all artless
and natural, and we hope the Wing will be
able to clear Itself Of the terrible suspicion
now attaching to the subject
The Portland daily press., 1869-07-03

PORTLAND & OGDENsBURo RAILROAD Cor
PANY.-The friends of this enterprise have stc-
ceeded in obtaining the kind of legishtion
which they have desired. At Concord, y. H,
Thursday, in the House of Representatives,
On motion of Mr.. Ray of Lancaster, Che bill
granting the Portland & Ogdensburg Railroad
right of way through this Stat was taken
from the table.
Mr.. Ray offered an amendment, assented to
by all the parties, as follows:
Provided, hoaoeger, That in case said corpo-
ration find it impracticable to oiocate and build
said road, ON account of the grades, between
Littleton village and st. Joinsbury, Vt, and
not otherwise, they may locite and build the
same by way OF Carroll, Whitefield and Dal-
ton, to the State of Vermolt"
The amendment was ageed to.
Mr Ray also proposedIo % amend the proviso
IN section 8, so that it slould read, that the
loaa shall assume and psy the outstanding liza
.,l n,,ltes, &c. The amendment was agreed to,
the bill passed. -
The Portland daily press., 1869-07-03

A DISHONEST SERvANT.-Deputy Marshal
Bolton arrested on Thursday young woman
named Elizabeth Coffin, native of Prince Ed
wards Island, who has been living and work
ing in various families in this city and vicini
ty, for larcenies that she had committed in the
places where she had resided. The last place
she resided at was at Mr. Lowelps, on Elm
street, where she stole money, ribbons, sc
She had previously resided with Mr.. Elwelr'
family, at Westbrook, and there she stole tow
els, napkins, laces and various other articles
which our brother of the Transcript had fur
nished for his family. How far her other dep
relations extend is not yet known. She is il
custody at the police station, and her two larg,
trunks of wearing apparel, &c., are there
The Portland daily press., 1869-07-03
Portland ana vicinity
New Advertisements. sLi. Day.

SPECIAL NOTICE COLUMN.
Hosteter's Stomach Bitters.
Wheeler's Sherry Wine Bitters-Saml Chadwicl
Boots and Shoes--T. E. Moseley.
ENTERTAISMENT COLUMN.
Fourth OF July Celebration-C Company @.
NEW ADvERTIsEMENT COLUMN.
Boarding House for sale.
Cucumber Hat-Harris.
Removal-Dr. S. II. Weeks.
Houseto let. 3 84lGt
Cape Cottsge-Joseph B. Nye.
Special notice-Steamer "Eila."