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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02

Our village schools commence to-day High
school, Mr.. Ham, Principal; Miss Fuller and
Miss Fivian. Assistants. Grammar school,
Mr.. Robertson, Principal; Miss Keen and
Miss Haskell, Assistants Miss Haskell takes
the place of Miss Norton temporarily. Miss
Gilman and Miss Woodbury. teaches on Grove
St; Miss Church and Miss Miliken, on
Chestnut St. Miss Wheeler and Miss Blake. ON
Crosby ST.. Miss Phinny and Miss Chase, on
Kendall ST.; Miss Pillsbury, on Chapel St.
This school has been changed from an int r
mediate to primary on account of the crowd
ed condition of the primary schools in this
section of the city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02
News From New York.

New York, 81. The following is the state
ment made by officials of the Neptune Steam
ship Company The full list of passengers,
officials, and crew Of the steamer Mets, show
that one hundred and sixty-three persons
were on board. One hundred and forty one
are alive. The bodies of the other twenty
two have been found. Many have been re-
ported to-day from various quarters who were
thought lost.
New York, /. A special to the Times from
Raleigh, N. c., says that Deputy [. s.
Marshal Roach and Edward Smith, while in
discharge of their official duties We're attack,
ed by about fifty men, who shot Roach
through the arm and beat HIM nearly to death
Smith also was cruely beaten and Edward
Wilson, friend of Roach was shot in the
bowels and fatally wounded. Commissioned
Cox says he is unable to execute the laws, and
calls on the U. S. Marshal for assistance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02
BANGOR.

Bangor, Me-, 81. The republicans o-night
in caucus, nominated as candidates for repre-
sentatives to the Legislature, Thomas N. Egg
cry, Silas c. Hatch, and Henry A. Wood.
Bangor, Me-, l. This afternoon as Henry
Hunt anu J. jerks Of Boston, L. w. Chap
man Of Dover, N. H., and John Thomas,
Edward Tanning, and Timothy Lynes, of this
city, were fishing on Pushaw Pond, a flaw Of
wind capsizod their boat, and Lyons was
drowned. He was about % years of age.
His body has not been recovered.
The corner stone of a new Catholic church
is to be laid here next Sunday with appro-
pirate services, by bishop Bacon of Portland.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02
STATE NEWS.

The new iron railroad bridge which has been
completed at Brunswick, is pronounced a
beautiful and permanent structure. There
are four spans, two of 1873 feet, and two of
lSl feet, inches.
After the first of October persons who
hold revenue stamps no longer required in
use, may claim from the Revenue Commits
sioners So per cent. of the amount they rep
resent.
The Brunswick Telegraph complains that
some of the factory girls in that town have
taken 10 the practice of dipping snuff, and
prenounces smoking elegance itself and
chewing cleanly habit, when contrasted with
the disgusting practice of snuff dipping.
The Trustees of the Lincoln County Agi-
cultural and Horticultural Society have de-
c!ded not to have cattle show and fair the
present season.
The Eastern Normal School has an enter
ing class Of nearly thirtv-fye pupils. The
cali for graduates is much in excess of the
supply. The members of the last class have
already been called to excellent positions.
The brick work of the Normal building is
nearly finished. twill be one of the best
school houses in Eastern Maine.
The Ellsworth American says that Mr..
Flank Patterson, formerly of Bucksport, who
has been at work for the Messrs. Davis, in
their carriage blacksmith shop, had some
trouble with his wife on Tuesday morning and
threw billet of wood, which hit her on the
head and knocking her senseless on the floor.
The woman came to, and Mr.. Patterson was
marched to Jail.
The Free Will Baptist Meeting House at
South Montville was struck by lightning and
considerably damaged a few days ago.
Prof. Z. w. Hall of Colby University, sails
for Germany for professional study.
William Mayhem of Ellsworth, committed
suicide ~ drowning the other day.
Dix Island workmen are now employed but
eight hours day The new rule went into
effect on Tuesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02

1t will be pleasant thing to turn aside for
an evening, from politics and all things there
to pertaining to witness the representation of
the old story of "Trip Van Wrinkle" Joseph
jefferson, who has become identified with
the piece, and by constant repetition part OF
it, will appear this evening, at Granite Hall,
in his matchless mpersonation. Those whS
have seen Jefferson in this play, in which he
stands far ahead of any living actor, will need
no urging to secure their reserved seat tick
cts early this morning at the office OF the
Eastern Express. Those who have not had
the privilege of hearing him should be thank
ful OF the opportunity which they may never
had again. We are assured that Mr.. Jeffer-
son comes provided with ample scenery and
sufficient appointments to bring out the play
mere IN manner almost if not quite equal
to Its production in the large cities. He is
supported by first class company.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02
TO the Voters Of Augusta.
CITY CLERKS OFFICE,

CITY CLERKS OFFICE,
AUGUSTA, Me-, Aug 81, 1872.
Yeu are hereby notified to assemble at your re-
spective Waru Rooms on Mon ,' oepten'3er s.h
voter for the following office. viz: For Governor
of the state, for Representative to Congress, for
two Senator'S for the seventh Senatorial District,
for two Representatives 10 The Legislature, for II
County Commissioner, County Treasurer, Reg isIer
of Deeds. Judge of Proba,e, Register of Probate,
and Sheriff.
The polls to be closed at 4 O'Clock p. NJ.
The Board of Aldei men will be in open session
for the purpose of correcting the lists OF voters and
of receiving eviden ce of the qualification of voters
whose names are not on the lists, on Thursday,
Friday and Saturday preceding the day Of election,
from nine O'Clock A. NJ. 10 one O'Clock =. M. On
Saturday afternoon the Board of Aldermen will be
in session from two to four O'Clock.
l.. ii. TITCOMB, City Clerk.
lCity papers please copy) t&wtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02
Horrible Massacre by the Indians.
One Man Skinned Alive!

Topeka, Kansas, 81. The Commonwealth
has the following startling Indian news from
Colorado Mr.. Stanley of Fort Leonard,
arrived in this city last evening from Denver,
Col. He reports that on Monday last, gov
eminent train consisting of six mule wagons
loaded with army supplies for Fort Lyon was
proceeding along Dry Creek between Carson
city and Fort Lyon. under command of Steve
Bryan, master, and while in the valley of Dry
Creek the train was mired. While thus de-
tanned 'oand of two hundred Arrapho In
dian war riors under command of Little Raven
made an attack, which equals in outrage and
ferocity, anything in the annals of Indian war
fare. The wagons were burned and all their
contents, that could be, were carried off, and
fifteen men belonging to the train were left
wounded and dead on the bloody field. Bryan
was skinned alive from head to foot by the
savages. Besides these victims, fifteen more
| men are missing. They are supposed to have
been carried into captivity. The train was
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02
FOREIGN NEWS.

Geneva, 81. Alexander Cockburn, arbtra-
tor tor England, did not assist at yesterdays
sitting, being indisposed. The counsel of
both nations were also absent. MIR. Waite,
of the American Counsel. has gone to Cham
ourix. Nothing new transpired at the session
of yesterday. The discussions turn daily
upon a multitude of details, but the business
OF the tribunal is advancing satisfactorily.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02
An Explanation Asked for.

Mr. EDITOR II would like to ask if one OF
the gentlemen on the Liberal and Democrat
ic county ticket for Kennebec, is the same
who publicly declared, when the noble Lin
coin was assassinated, that he acas glad fit'
The voters of Kennebec county are anxious to
know whether there is any truth in the re-
port. II.
AUGUsT 81, 1872.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02
New York Produce Market.

COTTON .-sales li09 oales. mid uplands ak
FLOUR-saes 1900; state 15g 50; round hoop
Ohio $40 10.
WHEAT 4sC00 bu; No. spring 5Gs 60; new
2 do winter red and amber western las dl63
CORN-2J1o00 nev mixed western 6le6is
90
OATS-sales S00a western 426i2ls
PORN new mess, IA OUgl4. 10 DID,.
LARD Shg ga steam: Kettle, "a.
BUTTER-t', stn, l0al5 state, % g26.
WHISkEY Western free, 9S'4
RICE-Ca " ina, So asa
COFFEE-l59ls.
SUGAR-Porto Rico. q ;Muscovado, So as1.
MOLASSES-N. O. a4a33
SPTS TURPENTINE-50l5iH
ROSIN- 4l51 420
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02

In municipal court on Saturday, James
Wade for drunkenness, plead guilty, sentenc-
ed to pay fine of 81 and costs. Money not
forthcoming, committed. Jeremiah Gamer,
for drunkenness, also plead guilty and SEN
fenced to pay a fine of So and costs. He
likewise stands committed for want of funds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02
Headquarters TANNERS,

Augusta, Sep 2, lo72. }
Gen. Order No. l0.-The Augusta Tanners
are requested to meet at headquarters this
Monday evening, at I o'clock, to make ar
engagements to receive delegations from Port
land, Bangor, and all along the Kennebec, on
Tuesday evening, Sept. 3. Let there be full
ranks. Per order,
t. II. HUTCHINs,
Maj. Commanding.
W. II. ii. WARE, Adjutant.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02

sioner for the western district was ordered to
build the street.
The naturalization papers of Edmund Nc
MuTdie and Joseph Carter were received in
the Board of Aldermen and approved.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02

The republican meeting in Hallowell, an
nounced for Tuesday evening, has been post
poned, as on that evening the Tanners of that
city and all of our republican friends in this
vicinity will visit Augusta to participate in the
grand demonstration here.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02
FROM WASHINGTON.

Washington 81. The acting Secretary of
the Treasury has telegraphed to the govern
ment steamboat inspector at New York to as
certain all the facts and report in full to the
department concerning the collision in Long
Island Sound, which resulted in the terrible
disaster to the steamer Nets.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02

The bountiful collation. at Meonian Hall
provided for guests from other cities, on the
evening of the 30th, reflects much credit upon
Mr.. Henry Noreross, who had the matter in
charge. 1t was highly comrlimented by
those who partook of it.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02

under the escort of Lieut.. Mcfarland of the
U. 8. Cavalry with one hundred men, but be-
ing nine miles in the rear at the time of the
massacre. no protection could be afforded.
Stanley was with the escort, ard when it
reached the scene Of slaughter, the savages
were just retiring over the hill beyond,
whirling their tomahawks and shouting in
mad glee over their fendish attack.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02

The Bangor Wing asks the campaign sheet
published at the Standard Office to retract
gross libel it has uttered against that city.
In reply the Wing may expect only personal
abuse and continuation of the libel in a
more concentrated form of flthiness.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02

Remember S. w. Huntington & Co.'s one
price clothing stores at 1870 Water ST., Au-
gusta, Me, and No. l, Fosters Block, Gar
diner, Me. aug.28flw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02

DYSPEPSIA DESTROYS THE TEETH, I'M
lesss its effects are counteracted by that pure
vegetable tonic and antiseptic Sozodont. No
bodily disease can impair them if this ami
dote to all corrosive elements that act upon
the enamel is regularly applied.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02

Be sure and call at S. w. Huntington &
Co.'S one price stores before you make any
purchases Of clothing or furnishing goods.
aug.2s+lw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02
Change of Sailing Lays.
INCREASED SERVICE.
PACIFIC MAIL STEAMSHIP cos
THROUGH LINE TO CALIFORNIA,

CHINA AND JAPAN.
Touching at Msrican ports Carrying U. s. Mail
Fares Greatly Reduced.
One the large and splendid steamships efthls
line will leave Pier No ~, North River foot off Cana
Street. at II O'clock noon, the 10th, goth and Both
ofevery month except when those days fall on Sun
day, and then on the preceding Saturday. for AS
PINWALL, connecting, via Panama Railway, with
one of the Companys Steamships from Panama or
SAN FRANCISCO. touching at MANZANILLO.
All departures connect at Panama with steamers
for south Pacific and Central American ports.
For JAPAN AND CHINA steamer leaves SAN
FRANCISCO first of every month, except when it
falls on sunday, then on the day preceding.
One Hundred Pounds Baggage allowed each
adult. Be- Baggage-masters accompany baggage
through, and attenu to ladies and children without
male protectors. Baggage received on the dock the
day before sailing, from steamboats,, railroads and
passengers who prefer to send down early.
An experienced surgeon on board. Medicines
and attendance free.
For freight, passage tickets, or further informa
ton, apply at the Company's ticket Office on the
wharf, FOOT OF CANAL STREET NORTH
RIVER, NEW YORK.
ly29 r. r. BABY, Agent.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02
Marrirn.

In Boston, goth inst, by Rev. J. W. Jackson,
Mr. J. 9. A. Bracket OF somerville, to Mrs. A. +.
Fiagg, of thi, city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02

Don't forget rip Van Wrinkle" to night.
The admission to the gallery will be 80 cts.
Reserved seats, 81 80. Admission, Sl.00.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02

One person was baptised by Rev. Mr..
Penney of the Free Baptist Church, at the
river side yesterday afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02

The schools in the village district all begin
day, after vacation of ten weeks. Mr..
Chas. C. Hunt of EIalowell has been engaged
to instruct the several classes in vocal music.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02

Mr.. Frank Murphy of Portland gave an
earnest and interesting temperance address in
the Baptist church last evening, on the theme ::
"The power of the Gospel to save from life
of intemperance."
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02
Joseph Jefferson
RIP VAN VIII

will appear in his Unrvalled Speciality of
RIP VAN WINKLE,
at Granite Hall, Monday Evening Sept. I'd.
aug2G-ttf&W
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02
TASELLFEMAL SEMINARY,
AIYRIrRNnAI.E MASS

Four years Classical Course, including Greek
Prices reduced last year. Music under direction
of Dr. EBEN ToURJEE. Access to all the advan-
tages of the N f. Conservatory. Particular atien-
ton paid 20 common branches. Speciar facilities
for German, French, and Painting. Next year be-
gins Sept 10Th. r,-aurvr
Address REV. CHAs. W.CtsFiS"'
iuly2i-W}m
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02

OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES, Tx a22K refined, 2ox
TALLOW- sx69x
FREIGHTs TO LIVERPOOL Cotton, lag
Nd, flour 2s, Cd, wheat sid
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02
Cincinnati Produce Market

Cincinnati Produce Market
CINoIENATI, Aug. 81.
MESS PORK-l3 755
LARD ga ss4
BULK MEATS sides 9Rc
BACON-shoulder. ~ clearrib l0's: sides II I;
WHISKEY-9O
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02
Weather..
ABILITIES.

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF SIGNAL OFFICER
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1.-8 p. NJ.
PROBABILITIES.
Northerly to westerly winds and clear
weather will prevail on Monday over the New
England and Middle States; northerly and
westerly winds with clear weather for the
Southern States east of the Mississippi.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02
State Military Drill.

where she will be pleased to receive all customers.
Augusta, Aug. 81, 1872. 2wt"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-09-02
DOings of the City Council.

NM
W II. II. WARE, Adjutant
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1872-10-01
Dcath of MIR. T. m. Myers.

On Tuesday last Mr.. +. NJ. Myers
died from the effects of his wound,
received while assaulting sergeant
Wheeler on the
His death is Immediately due TO in
temperance and imprudence which
arrested the progress of his recovery,
which had been very satisfactory for
several weeks. Indeed his physician
considered his recovery assured. 1t
will be remembered that he had al
Ready woundei Mr.. Owen with knife,
and was rushing On Mr.. Wheeler with
the same weapon, when the latter
threw stone at him which struck
him above the right eye, breaking the
skull. Mr.. Wheeler acted wholly in
rel! defense.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1872-10-01
scribncr's for October.

SCRTBNER'S MONTHLY for October
is a remarkable number for the variety
OF its articles and the profusencs of its
illustrations. 1t opens with a pretty
little poem by Mrs. Bradley, with a
graceful illustration by Mrs. HillOck !;
this is followed by ballad 10y Col
Hay, entitled Ernst Edelsheim. -
Then come some admirable illustra-
tions of Tobacco Culture in the South,
with accompanying descriptive arti-
Giles and another lively illustrated pa
per on Paris by Edward King. Mr..
Tuckerman, formerly Minister to
Greece, furnishes a very entertaining
sketch of Modern Athens, with view
of the city from late photograph -
Another illustrated article is Mr..
Cookies account Of a days hunting on
the Prairies. There is very sugges-
tive essay by DIR. Il. NJ. Coan, of the
Independent, under the title OF "Broad
Views" and the shorter articles are
all Misunderstanding about
French Chateau" by Albert Rhodes;
"A Visit to the Grange" 10y Kate
Hillard; "Mr. Beecher as a Social
Force" by A. &cElroy Wylie; "a
Village Ball in the Harz, by q. Haven
Putnam and Letter TO Yonng
Journalist" a long and interesting
installment of Mrs. ELEPHANTS "At
His Gates" is given; there is a clever
story of My School at Fern City," by
Miss Kate Putnam Osgood A charm
lug sketch, THE Queen of the Bess,"
from the French of Cha
trian 5" with additional poems by Miss
Bushnell and Charlotte +. Bates.
The new volume OF SCRIBNER will
contain some features OF remarkable
interest. DIR. Hollands new serial.
Arther BOnnicastle," will commence
with the first number (Novembcr),
and will continue through the year.
It will be beautifully illustrated by
Miss Hallock. Bret Harte will have
a story running through two numbers;
there Will DC Soihc Cdpital Sboiits ny
SAKE Holm, Noah Brooks, Fannie +.
Hodgson, and others of our best story
writers; Mr.. r.. II. Stoddard, the poet,
VIII furnish delightful series of pa
pers about authors; Mr.. Clarence
Cooke promises a series of practicle es-
says on Furniture and the Decoration
of American Homes. and there will Oe
series of portraits OF some of the
Younger American Authors.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1872-10-01
N EW GOODS AT
. = n II ? g
raR SPRING TRAna

We are now receiving orr first pur-
chase of SPRING GOODS, We will
continue for the next thirty days to
open orr Spring Stock. Receiving
this waek
80 pieces new style Prints.
50 pieces Brown and Bleached Donles-
Ties.
10 pieces Ky Janes-Dcnims and Boys
sGnamer wear.
Bleach and Brown Drill. Cambrics,
Lawns and Jackoncts.
I. (. Al fine Brown Muslins.
1914 and 81 Sheetings ami Pillow Sir
Goods, Spool Thread, Corsetts, 4 -
pacas, Delaines and nice linz ,.
Notions.
1900 pair Ladies'. Gents, Misses al
Boys Shoes in all styles, bought from
the Manufacturers. and sold ut job
hers prices our line Of Shoes is the
best we have ever offered, and lower
than before sold. No Shoddy work
A splendid stock Gents and BOYS Hats,
Boots. dc.
Ia" Wait and see our selection o:
Ladies Goods we will receive in few
days all the new styles OF Ladies dress
Goods in every style quality, and
cheaper Than before sold.
Terms C'sh or Produce in hand.
so Sacks Liverpool Salt just to hand
I. Il. DUNN & co.
April 26,-tf
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1872-10-01

JTr. II. G. CaldUeU has leased for
five years of Mr.. Bozang the two
buildings between Mr.. g. II. Sow
crs' store and the building occu-
pied by DIR. Bunting. The room
lately occupied by Mr.. Caldwell
has been reftted for Mrs. Cald-
wells new stock OF millinery
goods, and the otherroom has been
remoddellcd and will be used by
Mr.. Caldwell for his few elry bus
mess.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1872-10-01

Discussion. -Ou Thursday last
Messrs. Hughes and Stovall were met
by Col. l B Dunn and Mr.. Daniel
Trigg, near the Alum well, in a dis
cussion which ended '.in a way"
which 1.-THE former" dispised Col.
Dunn is doing splendid work over the
district, and his speachcs are charac-
terized by marked ability. Mr.. Trigg
as county canvasSer made telling
speech aad "did the State some
service"
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1872-10-01

Ne1y Church. The new brick lap
fist church in the west end Of Good
son is now going up under the di-
rect;on of Mr.. VIM. Smith. The
Carpenters work, being done by
Messrs. Kellar e. Rector. The
Building will be Is y Is, with a
tower in front.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1872-10-01

Reuird. Quite revival has been
in progress for several days at Mr.
Talbert's church on west Main St.
On Sunday evening there were
twenty pcnitents at the altar, and
five conversions. During the
evening three previous converts
were baptized.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1872-10-01

T'e1spam Tuesday last we were
pleased to meet in the Nc1cs office,
Iess-s. Preston & Bell Of The Emory
GG5laer. Mr.. Gatewood OF the Mari
on Pctriot and Herald. Mr.. Z. Il.
Cosby our Circuit Court Clerk and Mr..
II. {. Preston of the Abingdon bar.