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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

A GHOST IN Coal MrER.-A yeritable
ghost has taken up his residence In a shsft of 4
Pennsylvania coal mine. That he il rather a
formidable inhabitant appears from the an
nexed description: 1.-The ghost is represented as
being about six feet high, OF white, hin, yapory
substance, and moves about through the cham.
bers, appearing first to one gang of men AM
and, although many shots have passed throurh
him, yet he seems invulnerable to pistol balls
De has frightened the mules, driven men from
their chambers, threatened individual persona
and produced o general CONSERVATION among
the workmen. All attempts to catch him have
proved abortive, and he IL getting to be adecid-
ed nuisance
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

Hon. ALEXANDER III. STEPHENS HEARD
FRoM:-Hon. A. HI. Stephens, in a lengthy
editorial in the Atlanta Sun, pitches into Angus
Belmont and his democratic coadjutors for VIVA;
he styles trying to hitch the democratic car d
the radical engine" at Cincinnati by working
up Charles Francis Adams as a candidate 10 tn
presidency, and comments in a Characteristic
vein against the policy OF giving up the ssJeffer
sonian PLATFORM" or of democrats voting for
any other than democratic candidates. He
trusts they will not, for moment, entertain thu
idea of choosing between General Grant and
Mr.. Greeley. IL is true, he says, that Greeley
went bail for Mr.. Davis, but Grant prevented
the arrest OF General Lee. Besides, he adds Ii
Greeley has ever raised his voice against either
OF the sc enforcement acts" even the infamous
kuklux act, he is not aware of IL. He does moi
suggest, however, any practical way out of trib-
ulation for his brethren of the SOUTH
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09
The American Medical Associate.

SENSIBLE MEASURES PROPOSED TO-DAY.
PHILADELPHrA, May 9.-The American Medi-
cal Association this morning adopted resolu-
tons recommending that all Bottles containing
poison should not only be labelled poison. but
should be roughed on one side 50 as 90 indicate
their poisonous contents TO the sense Of touch,
and should ALEC be labelled with the most ready
and efficient antidote. resolution, offered BY
DIR. Homer, Of Virginia, that the members OF
the association should discourage the use of al
coholic stimulaDts i'm their remedies, was
adopted.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

THE NATIONAL DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION
twenty eight states were represented at the
meeting OF the national democratic executive
issIed call for national democratic conven-
ton, for the purpose of nominating candidates
for President and Vice President OF the United
States, to be held on the 9th of July next, at u
o'clock M. in the city of Baltimore. The call.
after stating the time and place for holding the
convention, says: "The basis of representation
as fixed by the last democratic convention, Is
double the number OF Senators and Representa-
tives in Congress from each state under the an-
portioDment census of 1870. Each state win
send delegates accordingly, and we invite the
cordial cooperation of all conservative citizens
who desire the restoration of constitutional gov.
eminent, and the perpetuation Of republican
Institutions =
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09
ANOTHER CHAPTRR OF THE TfcHnopxp po

ANOTHER CHAPTBR OF THE TrcHBoRNR Ro-
MANcE@The Warrington Guardian (Euelishl
records wonderful story. II reports that q let.
ter has been received by respectable tradesman
at Poole, in DOrsetshire, which alleges that 4
young woman who has been tor some time resid
ing with farmer in the neighborhood Of Poole,
bas been discovered to be the daughter OF Sir
Roger Tichborne. She has hitherto gone by the
name Of her guardian, and was supposed 10 Be
his daughter. There IL q mysterious asealed
packet In the case, which was not to be opeued
was opened the other day, when the sin gula,
discovery was made. (which way viii the car
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

- A New Bedford lady last week found two
Of the much-talked-of jute bugs sticking tigh.
to her scalp. She had much dificulty In get
ting them loose. She don't wear jute switch
any more.
-" When / get you in st. Louis, III xii
you," said Texas desperate to q cattle drove
at Abilene. "why not kill me here7" BE
cause they'd hang me here; but in St. Louis
they'd think was insane, and let me CO."
D0Mrs MuffiR (after q thirty miles ride bv
express,-" Mufhn, there's something wrong
sideb Muffin-"Why, don't you see You are
riding with your back to the engine It's an
right" Mrs. Muffin-s Back to the enginel In
I'D knovnit, what headache should have
had!"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09
The Minnesota Republfcau State Com

MTrNFAPoLis, MINE, May 9.-The republic
can state convention yesterday appointed dele
gates TO the Philadelphia convention, and
adopted resolutions instructing them 70 vote
for Grant and Colfax. The COMMITTEES pom.-
mated 0. p. whitcomb for state auditor. The
presidential electors nominated were Chas A.
Cole, M. s. Chandler. Thee. Lander, ex-Goy.
Marshall, and Chas Kittieson.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

THE WHITE HoUsR.-Senators Cameron and
Pomeroy, Postmaster General Creswell, Solicit
tor General Bristow, and Representa- yes Butler
and Shoemaker, were among the Presidents
visitors day.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

THE SOUTHERN CLAIMS COMMISSION yester-
day heard the claim of William II. Hanford, of
this city, for property alleged to have been
taken from him by federal troops in Louisiana
amuonting to SI4,NG2.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

SERIOUS ILLNESS OF THE BALTIMORE WIPE
NURDERER-John w. Wilkinson, who killed
his wife on Saturday night last, with butchers
clever. at No. SO McElderry street, Is danger
ously Ill at the Baltimore city jail. He is suffer
ing from Bright's disease Of the kidneys, and is
so completely Frustrated as to be unable 20
move. The physicians are of opinion that he l.
entirely relieved of tie arsenic he took after
committing the deed, but that the excitement
through which he has just passed has acceier-
that his recovery ish0peleR.-Bdh Sun, Oh. :
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

PERsoNAL.-Mr.J John W. Forney was closeted
with the President for some time yesterday
Ex-senator and Mrs. Ferry were called away
from the city yesterday, on account of the ill
ness of a relative
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

~Two young msn hunting on the 81. Sebas-
tan river, near st. Augustine (fia) the 9th
rest, but changed their minds when they found
it to be lively alligator.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09
SP ECIAL NOTICES.
a Card

A Clergyman, while residing IN South America,
IS missionary, discovered a safe and simple remedy
Tor the cure OF Nervous Weakness, Early Decay,
Disease Of the Urinary and Seminal Organs, and the
whole train OF disorders brought on by bsuefu and
vicious habits. 6reat numbers has been cured by
tins noble remedy. Prompted by desire to benefit
the smcted and unfortunate, viii send the reel pc
Tor preparing AMI using this medicine, in q sealed
envelope, TO am enc who needs il. Free Of Ckarss
Address, JOSEPH T IMAM,
Station d, Bible Hosse,
marH-ly New York City.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

GIN. WADE HAMPTON, of South Carolina
is at the Metropolitan hotel.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

TRENTON, May 9. -GOvernor Parker has
issued proclamation claiming jurisdiction over
the Delaware river between the states Of Della
ware and New Jersey, which is easterly OF the
middle line of the river, and that all persons
conforming to the laws OF New Jersey have the
right to fish on the eastern side of said line with
out license from other states. All persons are
warned not to modest citizens Of New Jersey so
fishing.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

LADY THoRroS is in New York, the guest OF
J.. p. Morton, the banker.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09
Arrest OF . Niesi... M,raerer

DHInoIT, May AVN. smith has been ar
rested ON charge OF stabbing and killing Dem
nison Miller, q farmer, living near this CITY,
and for attempting twice 20 throw railroad
trains from the track. He entered Nfller,s
house at night masked, and inflicted the fatal
WOunds.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

MR. GRERLEY's growing tendencies for free
trade or low tariff is ascribed 10 the fact thai
the consumption Of nails in the Tribune once U
Immense. He uses least q key 4 day nailine
lies and ISLANDERS editoriaIly.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

THE LEGISLATIVE EXECUTIVE AND JUDICIAL
appropriation bill has been approved by the
President.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

ga wedding took place at La Crosse, Wis.
day or two ago, at which, according to the
city, and the city was mighty glad TO get lid O
her."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

THRSENTENCE OF CAPT. rHos. III. STEVENS
U. s. n, that he be suspended from rank and
duty for the period of three years, has been
confirmed by the Secretary of the Navy, the
suspension to commence from the LIST of Sep
TENDER, 1871, the date of his actual suspension.
Capt. Stevens was charged with neglect of duty
in allowing the Guerrero to run aground of
the coast OF Italy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

CONCORD, N. H, May She nom nation of
george Sawyer for attorney general by the
Governor has been rejected, the coanciI re-
fuslng 70 confirm IL.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

A PHILOSOPHICAL KKNTuCKIAH who was the
envied possessor OF one shirt, while lying In bed
awaiting Its return from the line where IL was
Tapping in solitary grandeur, was startled by an
exclamation from the better half or his bosom
to the effect that g the calf has eaten it." To
this he replied, with an equanimity worthy of
better cause, ss Them Who has must lose!n
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

SuRe EoS JOHN S. KITCHEN, L. s. N, died at
Philadelphia yesterday.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

BALTIMORE, May s.-The coal oil ne finery of
Newbold s. Son, on North street. with several
hundred barrels Of oil and the machinery. Uas
burned to-day. Theprobsble loss is 5000.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09
Sensation ON the Pacific s,one.

A HORRIBLE CRIME CHARGED ox a 1AypI-
DATE FOR THE UNITED STATES SENATE
THE CHARGE PROBABLY THE RESULT or A
CONSPIRACY.
SAN fRANCIsco, May s-IRtense excitemau,
ana Indignation was created here today by the
publication OF what purports TO be revelations
MADE TO VIM. Sharon and his associates nv 4 =
Hubbell, q guardsman in the Nevada state
prison, and formerly underground superintenl-
ent OF the yellow Jacket mine. II il alleged
that Hubbel made a detailed statement
charging that the fire in that mine some wears
ago, by which so many lives were lost AMI
damage 10 the extent Of millions of dollars was
done, was set Intentionally by q. T. kellogg
who was employed for that purpose by \. -
Jones, superintendent OF the mine. HubbeII
declares. however, that he made this statement
al the instance OF SharOn's friends. having been
promised $4,000 for doing so, for the purIsose of
running Jones. and that he refused 70 sirn H.
and himself informed Jones of the plot agains'
him. Jones and Haywood recently ousted
sharon and his friends from the infringement
OF the Savage mine, and Jones and Sharon are
now bitter rivals in the mining specula,iOns
and are also rival candidates for the United
States senatOrsLip from Nevada. Tie public
sympathy IL all on the side of Jones. The mat
ter viii 60 into the criminal courts imme-
diately.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

GORDON AND GoULD-4n Erie ROm1pcs-
During the recent excitement in Erie, Their,
appeared upon the scene a mysterious ind
vidual, representing himself, according to on,
account as of the noble family of Gordon ana
as backed by powerful influences. So plausibl
were his manners, and so convincing tn
proofs he furnished of the correctness or hi
statement. that he obtained from jaw Comic
shares of Erie stock to the value OF MANY hun
dreds Of thousands of dollars. The SUSPICION
OF Gould seem at last to have been aroused
and he procured the arrest of Gordon, AMI
compelled him, under threats of impris-
onment, to restore the shares then in his
possession. Mr.. Gordon has sued Gould for
their recovery, alleging that the shares were
lawfully bought by him; that he, in procuring
them, in no respect misrepresented his true DO
sition, nor claimed to be other than he could
prove himself to be, and that his surrender OF
the shares was made under duress and bodily
fear. and is not, therefore, binding. In the
trial now going on in New York, one of the dif-
hculties in the way of the defendants seems t.
be the proof necessary to convict Gordon of inn
posture, in passing himself off as of noble fami-
ly. Athdavits have been filed by the plaintiff
and defendant, and from Horace Greeley, Tho
Scott and X. Shelton Mackensie The latte
says Gordon Is an impostor. If he Is, he ha,
from the beginning acted his part remarkably
well, except in the one false step of allowing
Jay Gould to brighten him into disgorging hi
plumber.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09
EVENING STAR.
Washington News and Gossip.

INTERNAL RRvENUE.-The receipts from this
source to-day were s315, Jo3.o4.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

THE DISTRICT GOVERNMENT INvEsrIGA-
TIoN.-The House committee on the District of
Columbia met this morning and again discussed
the report upon the recent investigation, but
came TO no conclusion. The committee meets
again tomorrow morning, and it is Thought
the matter will then be settled. The imprcs-
sion prevailed to-day that there will be two re-
ports, that of the minority being signed by
Messrs. Roosevelt and Crebs.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09
The Alabama De1eeraac Conve..


MONTGOMERY, ALA May 9-The democratic
veniion 10 meet June 18th. wi"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09
Minnesota for Grant aud ColGax
associated Press Reports.


STARREn To DEATH.
INV YORK, May 9.-Robert GALLAGHER aira
in Jersey city from stab wounds received nom
james Cocney,
nrRSISe oF ArArER NI:I.
r: d. binshans paper mill, on AssanrinS
Loss, $1,000, insurance. si4.Oca
oNK CASH 90 SIN STROKE
occurred here yesterday.
THE UNION REPUBLICAN GENERAL COMMITTEES
NGreeieyl last night recommended the assembly
district committee not 20 send delegates 60 the
kimira convention, and endorsed the Ciac.n-
natl ticket and platform.
THE rANNANY RING FRAUD CASES.
Yesterday morning large mas OF printed
documents, understood 60 he the evidence spp-
mitted 10 the anti-ring grand jury. wks tor
Warded nom the Office OF WhrsJer \ Peckaam,
who have conduct OF Mayor Halls case. 60 tie
district Attorney office. % he laid before the
grand jury OF the general sessions. which met on
dence has not been reached in the District A.
toTneys office. and the probabilities are that
and force IL 20 = verdict. At pre-ent All action
against the indicted ring awaits the legislation
which is asked 20 authorize judges from ora ~
districts TO try these cases.
The warehouse OF Samuel ID TOmpkins. qs
West street, filled with cotton. caught tire AZ a
O'Clock this morning aud j. still burning The
loss will De heavy. The cause OF the Tire ) nm
known. The loss on the cotton Is estimated Al
$4,000. There were 800 bales In the buil iing
which were valued At 500 900 and belonged to
Swami n Co, aud X. l.. Mitland * 20, Tue
ADJOINING buildings were also damaged. The
total Ices Is about siOa.0oO
- Bids fOR GOVERNMENT GoIn.
mere were twen'y-tOur bids for gold today,
amounting 20 $500 GOO. At from rs 10 Ilg IL
The amount advertised for sale l. - 600 0al AMI
II sold VIII 60 at FROM li4.lO 90 II4i8
TwKNTY-oNR MORMON MISSIONARIES
salled Tor Europe yesterday.
TEE iNACGCRATION oF THE sHAKEsPEARE
MONUMENT
VIII take place in Central Park on the 23d IN
slant.
sALE OF GOVERNMENT GOLD.
The government sold - 900 .OO0 OF gold to-lay
at lilo 20 His
TIE PLATFORM or TuE WOMAN SUFFRAGE
COMMITTEE
presented to-day 20 the association al Steinway
nan by Mrs Stanton, recognizes the equality
OF ali before the law aud the constitutional
amendments; demands universal suffrage and
amnesty thorough civil service reform: the one
term principle, ard the election OF President
Vice PRESIDENT and Senators BY the whole peo-
pie; the raising Of taxes only for revenue; reform
oil the financial system by making the govern
ment currency legal tender Tor al debts, publ,
ana private; opposes land grants to corporations:
believes in minority representation and gradu.
ated taxation; in the reformation of criminals
byeducation and humane legislation, and in the
CULTIVATION OF peace with all nations. and the
settlement OF AL international difficulties by A
congress OF the nations.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

AMONG the many excuses that are given al
the Lewiston (Maine) liquor agency to obtain
hquor was that of an old Hibernian woman. Sh,
wanted pint of rum. The question was then,
asked, what use she wanted IL for. She replied
that she had lost q sister in Bangor, and al
wanted pint OF rum to drown her trouble
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

IN AN AFFRAY in Lunenburg county, Va.
Yesterday, a farmer, named Davis. shot and
killed q negro, named Hite. party of whit
citizens went to arrest Davis, when he resisted
and was shot and severely wounded before b.
was secured.
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ADJUSTMENTS.

COLIN HALL.
ONE WEEK ONLY.
COMMENCING MONDAY EVENING, MAY 10
MANNING'S MINSTRELs,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

NOT FOR GRRELEY-YET.-The statements
that ex-senator Hendricks aud Hon. George H
Pendleton had declared in favor of the Cincin-
natl ticket turn out to be mistakes. Yesterday
letter was received by democratic member
OF the House from MIR. Hendricks, in which he
speaks OF the nominations at Cincinnati as unac-
ceptabte, that he cannot commit himself to
them, but will be governed by the action of the
national democratic convention. Word TO the
same effect came from Mr.. Pendleton in letter
to another member.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

MRS. ESTHER A. RoUTT, wife of the Hon.
John l.. Routt, Second Assistant Postmaster
General, died this morning at half-p.st seven
O'Clock, at the family residence. on 1 street.
But a few weeks since this excellent lady, then
in feeble health, accompanied her husband from
Bloomington, Illinois, to this city, in the hope
that a change of climate would have benefi ,ial
effect The remains, accompanied by the family
and friends of the deceased leave this city III
the $40 train this evening for BLOOMINGTON.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

AN INTERESTING SALARY CASE DECIDED
In the case of Joseph A. Ware, formerly Solici-
tor of the Post Office Department against the
United States to recover deduction of $50 from
his salary on account OF sickness the Court of
GAINS yesterday rendered a Judgment in favor
OF the plaintiff. The latter cOntendsd that the
Secretary OF the Treasury had no legal right -
dc duet from salaries, and that no physicians
certhcate was necessary, but, if produced was
conclusive of the duty of the Secretary to nav
saary provided by law. The court decided for
claimant as above stated, and on both grounds
put forward by him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

.
MANNING'S NINSTRELs,
TEE MODEL TROUPE OF TIE WORLD,
Under the personal supervision of the Greatest
.,,,v hhifyipg G Con Ti.nn. .. .,.vo..
Assisted by the Veteran Manager and Comedian,
". W. NEWCOMB, and the Monarch
BanJOist OF the Werld, +. NJ. III ALI,
KING LAUGHMAKERS, Andy Mckee, Neil
Rogers, Little Eddie, Little George, COP. T. Muir
ply. Ricardo, the Wonderful: the Vocal Sextette;
J. IL Rainer, E. Nj Kane, Aft Beneer, led by Hath
away Orchestra of ten performers.
Prices of admission 50 and rs cents. Reserved
seats for sale at Ellis Music Store. m9It
NEW NATIONAL THEATER.
IN Mr.. j. q. Saville. :. Lessee and Manager
CDR MAGNIFlCENT SUCCESS
THE CRITICs UNANIMOUSLY IT'S TS PRtIss.
WEEK, AND SATURDAY MATINEE
Alter months OF preparation Charles N. Bsrras'
Romantic SEssfseT Mar Pam Ga il ,sgs Gets
with new and gorgeous scenery. elegant costum
AND GRAND BALLET
THREE PRINCIrAL DANCER,
Premier ranseuss Assolu.a "a; q, NJ lie Lnpo
Pr emier panseuse Tie Sophie Remmslsburg
f1F1EEN CORYPHEEs. AND FULL CORPS
DE BALLET.
MISS KATE sANTLEy AS STAL4CT4.
been presented to the Washington public.-RspIb-
ItCGn.
Il is the most praiseworthy attempt Of the kind
TWAS unanimously agreed that Saville had ax
eeeded the Of the most sanguiue Of his
fritnds.-SsdT.
The performance closed with a grand transforma-
tion scene of dazzling brliiancy and ingenious and
Con plicated machinery Patriot. ms If
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-05-09

NAVY YARD RRFoRM-The House committee
on appropriations yesterday concluded the
consideration of the Senate amendments to the
naval appropriation bill. The amendment
providing that the mechanics i'm the navy yards
shall be free from political influences, and that
the sole recommendation for employment shall
be skill and competency in the different trad ).
was adopted. The object of the amendment is
TO provide competent workmen for the govern
ment, irrespective OF the influences Of politicians
Gold Hill daily news. [volume] (Gold Hill, N.T. [Nev.]) 1863-1882, 1872-01-08
r.-After midnight last night the

FIRE.-After midnight last night the
cry Of fire was heard, and the boil OF
tho Fire Department tolled tho alarm,
and the startled inhabitants rushed out
to get n view Of tho conflagration land
right hero let US remark that you'll
always find dcadheads at n fire or a
fnneral). Tho Fire Department turned
out promptly. but the force of hooks
and ladders was light, and the dead
heads stood on the sidewalk and
growled about the Fire Department,
yet not lending Il hand to man the
brakes or ropes. The fire occurred In
Masonic Hall, over the establishment
Of Cook Il Brothers, on Main street,
and was first discovered by the flames
breaking out through the window In
the northeast side Of the building.
fronting on the street. There had been
a Masonic meeting In the hall, and
they dispersed at 10 o'clock, leaving a
fire burning In the stove. The reason
able conclusion is. that the flue was
defective and the fire originated from
that source. Nearly all Of the regalia
and 4 portion Of the charter was saved.
Tho l. o. o. F., members Of the Scot
fish rite and other masonic orders met
In the hall. Tho loss to the different
orders in regalia, ETC., Is estimated at
. 1000. Jack Perry, one OF the old
New York fire boys, although inca
pacitated from fireman's duty, by rea-
SON OF being crippled, took his stand
on the burning building and made a
narrow escape. Steve keogh. Andy
Hotaling. Chief Engineer kirschner
and all the iircmen OH tho ground did
we'll, and quenched the fro before It
had time to spread to the adjoining
bulldings.-Hhite Pine Neps, 81.