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The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

A GREAT 1NvENTIoS.-H. G.. Eastman, one
OF the best and most experienced teachers of the
art OF penmanship in the world, after many
years study in attempting to perfect some me-
chancal appliance by which to give correct po-
s'ion to the arm, hand and pen, has succeeded
in producing the "Pennan's Assistant" simple
and inexpensive instrument which effects the
desired result. 1t is being introduced into the
colleges. academies and schools all over the coun.
try, and has in its favor the recommendations of
the best instructors of penmanship in the United
States, 1t will not only cause beginners to learn
how TO write smoothly and beautifully, but will
correct stiff and awkward writing in adults and
experienced business men, and from what we
have seen Of it, believe it i. all claimed for it..
NJ. ?. Finn, Esq, at Smith g. Rispgs, on Madi-
son ST., in this city, is agent for this state for the
invention and is ready at all times to answer
questions or exhibit the "Instruc,or"
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

CHURCH UNIoN.-The Union between the two
congregational churches Of this city is said to
De virtually consummated, although we are I'D.
vised that there is still slight hitch. In the
management of the business, it seems, the little
formality Of consulting the ladies was overlooked
The facts are about as follows: When the Rev.
+. n Lewis sent in his resignation a. pastor OF
Plymouth Church, overtures were made for
union OF the two churches. Thereupon each
church appointed committee, who had meet.
ing, and agreed upon q basis of union, to be sp.
proved, however, BY each church separately be.
fore it should 60 into effect. The Plymouth
folks are understood to have given their assent
to the "basis." A meeting Of the members Of the
lst church was called on Tuesday evening to act
on the matter. The evening was 90 stormy that
very few attended and among the few, we be-
lieve, no ladies. The meeting in spite Of the
thin attendance. however, proceeded to act on
the matter and agreed to the basis the JOINT com.
m'ttee had fixed up It seems the ladies do not
like this decision. or, at least, the mode in which
it was brought about. Anyhow, We learn that,
at their sewing society on Thursday, At the resi-
dence Of Ed. Eames, Esq, after fully csnvassing
the matter, they appointed a!commttee7to wait
upon the trustees of the church, with a request,
it is understood, TO have the matter opened for
another hearing.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

BALLoU's MoSrnLY.-For the price-Sl5O a
year-we know OF no publication that furnishes
As much reading matter, OF so high quality, as
Ballou's Monthly Magazine. The February
number. already received. contsin. handsomely
illustrated and well written article on Scenes
and Customs in China also Religious Services
in Russia Ishu,ael Pacha of Egypt; Hindoo.-
tan Architecture: The Bermuda Floating Dock; i;
besides many other attractive articles, with
stories, poetry, &c, &c. subscriptions received
and single copies for sale at the counter of O..
man & Hapeman.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

WHERE He .WENT-The memorable rainy
Tuesday of this week, was damper on business.
ahd it is said that only one man came to town to
do business. 1t is said he only traded to the
amount of five cents, which he invested in pea.
nuts. Not quite true, he went to Child Il Bro.
and bought pair of those splendid waterproof
boots. And by the way. Child & Bro. have the
largest stock of boots, shoes, CATERS, &c, ever
before opened by them in this city, and, in con-
sequence of dull times, have marked them down
to the very lowest notch
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

A FEsTIvAL.-The members of Lessing Lodge,
l. 0. o. F., had most delightful time on Mon
day evening last. They met at Turner Hall,
to the number, perhaps, Of one hundred couples,
where they ',ripped the light fantastic toe" till
late towards sunrise. Mr.. Kiem spread out a
supper which all pronounce superb comprising
all the good things imaginable. Denhards
Quadrille band furnished the best of music. and
no unpleasant incident marred the festivities
All in all, as to music, dancing, supper and gen.
eral enjoyment, it was decided success
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15
How Much Does it Cost?

vi" only cost you doar and twenty-five cents to buy
oo''e OF EDWARD "ILDGRs STOMACH BrTrERs which win
certainly cure you or Of your family of Dyspepsia Liver
Complaint and all species of Indigestion Intermittent Fever
ana all periodical disorders 1t win give immediate relief In
Cohc ana Flux VIII cure cosyeness 1t is mild and de.
hshnl nvgoran for delicate females Its safe antbilioua
Alternative and tonic for all family purposes It il powerfo
recuperan after the frame has been reduced and ,enu,c
by sickness tits excellent appetizer as well a, strs,,
eier o' 'e forces and desirable alike as correct.
i've and mild cathartic
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15
How Much Does it Cost?

1t viii only cost you one dollar to buy bottle OF Hpw.xp
WnDERs sARsAPARIILA AND Potash. which wil beyond
Doubt cure you or any of your family of Scrofua in all it,
forms, Scroulous Sore Eyes, Chronic rheumatism NEURALGIA
Skin Diseases no matter how old nveterae every known
variety Of Constitutional Syphilis or veneea Disease lsnd
uar Swengs Of the Neck elsewhere Chronic Chs and
feVer Ieer weeping Sore Leg, Ulcers Of every kind P
pies on the Face Rngwor Scaldhead, Failing OF the HAIR
White Swelling Hpont disease, chronic Espeas Dropsy
ETC. For the rapid and permanent Of all the above d.
seases this preparation stands unrvaed and cure s guaran.
teed in every case when used according directions
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

Among the dogmas not discussed or settled
nor likely to be, BY the ecumenical council, but
which are nevertheless veritable truths, are the
following: Dogma-That no house in the city
OF Ottawa can compete with Reddick s. Gillen
either in the quantity, quality or low price of
the finer and better class Of dress goods. Dogma
That in DOmes,ics and Staples of all kinds
they always keep the largest stock in tho city,
ana are never undersold in price Doyma-
That in boots and shoes, and in family groceries
they can undersell establishments that make
those articles specially. Vote, unanimous.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

CoNvocATION-The convocation of the East.
ern Decanal Chapter Of the Diocese of Illinois,
noticed in cur last, has been in session at Christ
Church in this city since Wednesday, five cler.
gymen in attendance. There was business
meeting in tho afternoon, and a sermon in the
evening by Rev Edw. Coan, of Milwaukee.
On Thursday morning there was divine ser.
vice and sermon by Rev. Chas. Gilbert of
joliet, followed by the celebration of the Holy
Communion. In the afternoon there was anoth-
er business session at the rectory. The discus.
sion of the Sunday School question in the eve.
ming was postponed, on account of the nom
arrival of Mr., Tying, of Peoria, who il still e1.
pected In lieu of it, there was sermon BY the
Rev. II. T. Heister, of Farm Ridge.
Yesterday there was divine service ut 0 oclk
A. NJ, and afterwards discussion on Church
Work. The evening was set for The postponed
discussion Of the Sunday School Work, but We
60 to press before the hour of meeting.
The programme for to-day is, morning prayer
at 8 A. NJ, and an address. Divine service and
sermon at Pm.
Sunday, lOis \. M.-Divine service and sermon
by the Very Rev. Dean, T. n. Morrison, DID.
p. M--Divine service and sermon.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

To CORREsPoNDENTs-F double Ex,
XA-YOur account of the dance at the Fox Riv-
er House is good, bat "William Oh :" whoever
he is, might "bust our head" were we to publish
it. And if there is ono thing more than any 9TH
or that is disagreeable to US, it is broken head.
Your expression, Ladies and gentlemen of the
feminine gender" is fine thing. You are evil
IDENTIFY an enthusiastic customer,
Betsy Jane.-Whsn Sam asked you if he might
be your Bully beaux" home from church, you
should not have said "shoo fy-can't sec it,"
You ought to have mildly, but firmly said, while
poking your umbrella in his eye, "Not for Joe"
-"you git"
Student-You are wrong the Aurora boreal-
is is not located in Alaska, and therefore does
not belong to the United States 1t is the prop
erty OF the North Pole.lands, and is never very
brilliant in daylight. Being rather irregular in
its conduct, it could not be depended upon a,
substitute for gas in lighting cities.
Swipes.-Rats and mosquitoes may, strictly
speaking, be considered "household pets" The
former may be easily kept, as they will eat any
thing and grow fat, and stay up nights and play.
fully run abont all ever the house: They also
squeel nicely. Mosquitoes are also priced on
account of their musical qualities, and their en-
during affection towards the human family No
matter how often you may angrily "cus" one, or
how fercely you strike at it, even though mur-
der may be your intention, it will continue to
fondle and carcss you, giving you most tender,
delicate and pointed marks of its affectiona.e
regard.
Boggs.-Potk is not made from pig.iron, but
hogs have been known to eat nails, scrap. of iron
and the like, but they do not readily fatten on
such food.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15
Ten lines OF Agate make one square.

~
Advertisements not under contract must bs plainly mark
ed the length Of time desired they will be continued and
charged for until ordered out.
Business and professional cards mot exceeding Ave lines,
Inserted Al five dollars lines one dola,
per line extra.
Transient advertising in all to be paid strictly in
advance.
IT Yearly advertisers dscontinung their advertise.
nent before the expiration oftne contract. will h. CHARGED
the fn rates as above. Extra charge will also be made for
dissolution and other notices connected with their
Lar business.
Local notices. fifteen cents per line.
~ LHho case viii these terms be departed from
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15
How Much Does it Cost?

1t VIII only cost you twenty-five buy abotte Of
EDWARD WlLDEE's MorHER's WORM SYRUP which will Ger.
siny relieve your children of Worms which are Indicated bv
pains In the stomach swelling Of the abdomen picking OF tho
nose and ears bad breath variable appetite ETC. It h purs
Syrup and children will readily eat spread on bread apdis
is entirely harmless in It's nature never has been known tn
fail in giving prompt relief to the little sufferers
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15
How Much Does it Cost?

1t will only cost you one dollar 10 buy bottle OF EDWARD
WILDRRs COMPOUND EXTRACT WILD CHERRY which has
never been known to fail giving rapid and prompt relief in
all kinds Of Coughs colds and caahs In Bronchitis Lar.
yngs Asthma and Phhisc gives immediate comfort. fol-
lowed oy rapid cure. 1t also admirably adapted to the relief
Of the cough and difficulty breathing in consumpton In
Pneumonia, Winter Fever Peursy and every conceivable
form OF Pulmonary disease Indispensable and should al
ways be kept in every household,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

$50 care-worn and weary, hopeless and dreary,"
the poor laborer said. 80 that were dead, and
stone at my head. These monstrous high
prices have brought on a crisis in my money
affairs" He did not conclude his lamentable
statement because he went to the New Revolu-
ton Dollar Store and bought what he wanted
Remember 36 Madison street.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

Too sMARr.-The persons who borrowed @
two pictures from Bowmnn's show case album
last Saturday p. NJ. will save themselves being
published and otherwise troubled by returning
the same by letter or otherwise within week.
P. s. In the future, when you "play smart"
look out for upper windows and mirrors.
W. L. BOWMAN.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15
How Much Does it Cost?

1t will only cost you dollar buy bottle OF EDWARD
WiLDERs CHILL Tonic which purely vegetable and will
not only any OF your family Of chs and Fever
Fever and Ague and every FORM type and variety Of Maar
or Paluda Fever or Affections but will entirely drive them
from the system which other chill medicine now made will
do Don't buy any of the Old worse than yauelss nos
rus but only EDWARD wILDgR's CHILL TOXIC "a acure
Is guaranteed In all cases.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15
GENTS.

ALIEN NtuGHEr Fsl i authorized agent at Seneca
H. u receive pay for old subscriptions the Free
Trader and contrast for job printing, &C. All orders sent
through him receive prompt attention.
j. l. MONTGOMERY EsG our authorized Agent at Leland
in this COUNT 10 receipt Tor subscriptions the Free Ira
der, advertising. &c
NJ. c. DoSAGHHs, Esq and G. W CuNArSs, sutho
rized receipt subscriptions FRER
for advertisements. &c. al the town
this county.
J. W. BROWNE, ESQ., authorized agent At Fsrlve
In this county receipt for subscriptions ana advertise
meni In the Free Trader.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

SOMETHING RlGnr.--1here is quite an excite.
ment az to what is right and what Is wrong,
around our street and in halls and parlors,
among the rich and poor, the small and great
whether IL is right or wrong, for Joe Megafin
to almost give away those elegant boots and shoes
ss he is doing now; but "Joo' says he can stand
it, and keeps right along "a doin it." Go and
see him.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

REMovAL-D. Hollecker has removed from
his former place, to the new brick block, east of
the Court House. He will enter heavily into the
wholesale trade. and has a splendid assortment
of choice Wines, Branies Bourbon Whiskies,
and the very best grades of German and Caifor-
mia wines
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

We trust our readers will not overlook the
new advertisement OF Messrs Jackson 81 Lock
wood, one Of the oldest firms in the city and
also one OF the most enterprising and reliable
They keep constantly on hand large stock of
hardware and stoves, and can supply anything
in their line of trade. Give them call, and ex-
anime prices
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15
Ottawa Post Office,
CLOSING AND ARRIVAL OF MA1Ls
Temperance Ordcrs.
}. Il. CAMERON, p. N.

q. G. r, OrrAw. LpDGE No. Sl: Meets every Friday
evening VA their hall, Caeeyer's New Block r. smith "
Il. :. Geo. W. Lamb. W. c. T '
J. ~ H. LIVE OAK IEwPLg No. fsubortnate1: Meets
tr} tH-'IF rSra. 20 their hall Chceyer'- Block
I, {. A"s..r Nc. ]. John U.chcrU.au, ". i.
Nhn"Ials Social leTBs- No New Hail in
threyrr, Block every Thursday evening. Ella Grow
A. l., wood, j. Il. ~ - "
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

No musical family can afford to be withou.
Peters Musical Monthly. It is printed from
full-size music plates, and contains in each nun.
be- at least twelve pieces of choice new music
Price $3per year Subscriptions taken at Osman
Il Hapeman's Book Store, where samplecopy can
be seen.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

We understand the La Sale Turnversin in.
tend giving Grand Masquerade Ball in short
time; and if it is anything like the one they
held last winter it will be grand success, and
we'll worth seeing.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

Meet. NTst hartly IN each month IN Dr. J. Paus bullc
Ing Donations OF birds insects and petriacous solicit ed
pau. President. w. W. Calk!ns. Secretary.
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i. q. q, r.

pifA"h lopGE No. Il: Meets every Thursday even.g.
LcsSiu- Lodge "" 90 German Lodge meet. every Wed.
O!oCs.
paash''Ts OF Eghecca Meet on the frs, Tuesday eve
ming ut each month.
0rr,y, EScANrn.Sr No. s3: Meet. on the second and
onr.h Tuesday eYening.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

BUSINESS OF THE RAILROAD AT OTrAwA-
The Republican, obtains from Mr. Tavener, the
local agent Of the G. r. I. l. P. R. r. the following
memorandum of tho shipments by rail from OF
tawa during 1869:
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

Peterson's Ladies' Magazine, Dsmorests Mir.
ror Of Fashion, Ballous Monthly Magazine and
Frank Leslie's Pleasant Hours, for February. at
Osman s. Hapeman's
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

FouND.-A mutf The owner can have IL bv
calling at osman T. Hapeman's book store, de.
scribing property, and paying for advertising.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15
.JOBBING DFpARrMENr

our facilities tor dong all kinds of JOB Work in the va.
rou- styles Of the art surpassed this section and
W" respectfully solicit those wishing anything done In this
line 70 give CALI BY the judcous and liberal use Of
prnter Ink many mans fortune has been made and the
teld +, s'Ill open. Tryit.
Orders by mail promptly attended TO-
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

Scott, Houh & Co. are selling very choice lot
OF fine soft finished bleached muslin, yard wide,
for 5 cents, worth 90 cents.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

We will offer extra inducements in every dc.
partment in order to reduce stock preparatory
to inventory. Special bargains in all cla.ses of
dress goods. SCOTT, HoUTz g. Co.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15
G.. A.. T.,


HEAD QUARTERS G. A. T., ottawa HIS April lSss-Gen.
sr, orders No loI.e EncAmpmert win Hereafter
bic Monday evening each week instead OF Wednesday
evening, heretofore. by order OF Post Comm
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15
How Much Does it Cost?

1t Will only cost You twenty cents to buy box of ED.
WARD WILDEEs FAMILY PILLS which is the best known com.
0ination of Medicine for Constipation Sluggish Bowels. In
these conditions of the anenary canal they are pers In.
blc As purgative In all Fever Infammaory disess.
es, Acute rheumatism Inflammation of the Liver Brain, Kid
neys and Bladder Fever and Ague Eyes, Duns of tho
Head Vertigo Dizziness etc. they cannot be excecd and No
family should ever be without them.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

o never say die, with = big tear in your
eye, and heavipg u sigh. but come now and buy
anything you want for y dollar at 36 Madison s.,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

The oyster supper, intended TO have taken place
Mt the residence OF Hiram Jackson, Esq., in Farm
Ridge, on Wednesday evening last, has been
postponed TO next Monday evening" Jan. 10th.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15
Public Schools.

Following is an abstract of the Superintend-
ent's report for the school month ending Deem
Der cath, 1859:
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

Sadliers Catholic Dirsotsry, Almanac and
Ordo, Tor 1870, at Osman & Hapemsns.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

Pisrgue oan got up . lunch on short notice,
and, you bet, he will do It we'll.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

"Lon." Piergue will bet his "bottom dollar
his candies are pure and good.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15
LOCAL MATTERS
CITY DIRECTORY.
Chicago, Rock Island q Pacific Rai,rou

Commencing November 2lst, ard until further notice.
trains pass here follows:
~, GOING EAST. GOING
Hsh EHpi.ss 20 As Night Express. Al
Accommodation. 80 a Day Express daiy) go; pm
Day Express daily !G- AccOrnods,ion - s5i pm
Ottawa Nov. Il, ls5s r. TAVESER Agent
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

OBITUARY.-ln order to ease the general sad.
pess prevailing among our business men, owing
TO the sudden decampment, "betweel two days"
OF a certain individual, we offer the following
cousoling lines:
L~,re the poor Indian,
Whose untutored mind,
Sees him here no longer,
Nor his creditors behind
Sing "Jshn Browns nephew went on. to shoe.
some clams!n
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

1O0 doz. good all linen Huck Towels, 10 cents
each, at Scott, Houtx L. Co.'S
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

The American Agricultural and horticultural
Annual, and Annual OF Rural Affairs, for 1870,
at Osmsn & Hapemans.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

Tom and Jerry reside at Piergue's, and invite
their friends to call.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

Uf wheat I4,SUU bushels were shipped direct to
New York without break of bnk, and Of corn
10000 bushels.
There were also 1875 cars loaded with all de-.
scriptions of merchandise sent east, and 54s
sent west.
The number of local passenger tickets sold
was 269l9
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-15

Scott, Houtz ~ Co. have this week reserved a
very choice selection of Irish and French Poplins,
all the new colors and shades, at less figures
than ever before shown in Ottawa.
The weekly register. [volume] (Point Pleasant, Va. [W. Va.]) 1862-1909, 1870-08-11

fec; they desire the influence Of these men,
% put the Republicans out, and put the
Democrats in, that's ali: They know from
the very moment these mon are permitted
to vote and hold Office they will, from their
superior ability, soon elbow out Of the
way tho present Democratic managers and
carry OF tho lions share Of the spoils.-
When Acknowledgement docs como TO this
class, it will come throggh the Republican
party; their own course must determine
whether it will come speedily or be delayed.
This is the time in their affairs
(Which taken at the food, leads on TO
fortune"
MSS THE STATE raospEEgD UNDER EEPuB-
ItcAS RULE9
The usal tyaddle isindulged in aboutthc
policy Of the Republican party driving en-
terprisc and population out Of the State.
The facts against this statement are 10 over
whelmiug that the persistency Of our politi-
cal opponents in reitcrating il. after it has
been 50 often exploded, can be explained
only on tho adago chat o lie we'll stuck
to is as good rs the truth.
Any person who will take the trouble to
examine tho Auditors Report, and other
State documents. will see that since the for
nation ofthc State thoprcduction Of wealth
10 the different branches Of industry hos
increased in many cases from one to five
hundred per cent. while population has in-
creased during the past Ave years at tue
rate Of about 10000 year; Internal i'm
provements have received an impulse un-
der the inspiration Of tue Republican party,
wholly unknown during the sleep reign
Of BALI a century ofthe Bourbon Demo-
cracy. Look at our humane Institutions;
our educational institutions; our glorious
system of FREQ Schools, and then try to
llunbug the people by telling them that
wealth. enterprise aud population are fall
ling off, aud that the State is going to
ruin.
The Governor retired amidst tFcmulous
applause.