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The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

The ime for making outdoor i'm
provemen being about over for this
season, those of our citizens who were
somewhat moved by the operations about
town last summer and his fall, might
put in some time advantgeously during
the winter, in discussing projects for i'm
provements, and devising plans whereby
they may be commenced and carried to
completion in proper time Among the
things that would pay, and ought 20 be,
and can be, established here, we would
mention for consideration, a large Pot
te-y, and large Woolen Mill. Somer-
set IS favorably located for two such es-
tablishments as these. For the former,
the best of clay abounds in and near
town, and for the latter, we have the
unsurpassed wool growing region of
northern Perry. The last named fac
tory should be equipped SO that it could
turn out all kinds of woolen goods
fancy and stylish aS well as common.
Fuel, and the articles which these estab-
llsIAnlentS "ou1u "ork up lhto "aresJ
being comparatively cheap in this mar
ket, it strikes us that the layout for
profitable investment in manufactures
of the kind could hardly be more desir-
able than it Is right here at Somerset.
Let these and Kindred matters be duly
considered, and some of them be favo--
ably ac ed upon 80 that By The coming
of Spring, we may have The pleasure of
chronicling that The determination of
our citizens is that Somerset must be
still further improved.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07
Novel Fxp.os ION.

Mr.. George w. Strong, liy:ns at Lo-
gan, Ohio, bought, some time since, a
new cook stove. After it had been in
use few days, Mrs. S. kindled fire in
the stove preparatory to getting supper,
one evening, and as she was about leav
ing, a terrible explosion took place, blow
ing pots, kettles, stove-lids, &C., about
the room promiscuously, and creating d
great sensation in the neighborhoo6, Dat
luckily, doing no further damage.
1t was afterward ascertained thai the
explosion was caused by power which
had been used in mining the coal, which
becoming damp was not ignited VIXEN
the blast was set off. This powde-, b,
some means got into Mr.. SIS coal pile,
and thence into the stove, win the result
above stated.
Mr.. S. states that the stove ;s e lie
markably heavy and strong OLE. j' ;:
had been one of the light stoves nc !,
common use, the conseque.'. migl :
have been very serious.
The name of this stove j. the ''Sensa-
tion," said to be the best IL Use, and sold
exclusively by G. Fl. Safircd, Somerset,
OhIo
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

The yield Of po.a.oes in mis- locality
this year, Is immense; and tne quality of
the crop has never been surpassed. Quite
large amount has been shipped to OH
er markets, but there is still sufficient
left in the community to keep the price
within reasonable bounds during the
winter. Now, however, is the time for
all who have the needful at command
to lay in their winters supply, as the
price will doubtless rule much higher
in month oc so than hat asked for
them nov. We believe they are now
bringing so and 55 cents on the ssrees,
but it IS safe TO say tnat they viii nea-lyy,
if not quite, double those figures before
the yinar is over
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07
Gas Coal.

The Berlin BorsenbIatt, of June 81,
contains the following remarks, which
seems to deserve notice: "The growing
scarcity of gas coal in Europe calls
forth great deal of comment in the
public prints. Europe has now scarce
ly enough for its own consumption, and
the gas works of Spanish America, of
the Brazils, and the British and Dutch
Colonies on the Pacific will henceforth
have to look to the United States, espec-
tally to Pennsylvania and West Vir-
ginia, alone for supply, except in cases
where they have contracted in England
years ahead.
Similar remarks come from the Ruhr
country in western Prussia, where gas
coal is produced, from Belgium and from
France. The Monituer LIE Commerce,
La Lote Libre, and the Messenger de
Paris, all papers that may be called
standard on coal and metal matters, are
teeming with articles to the same pur-
port.
To us in the United States, the sub
ject of a growing scarcity of gas coal,
which seems to alarm so much the peo-
pie on the continent, is of the utmost
importance, inasmuch as we are likely
to soon monopolize the near by markets,
both on the Atlantic and Pacific, lend
ing activity to our already extensive re-
lations with those countries. 1t will
also lend q considerably higher value to
the lands of those companies or individ-
uals that may be fortunate enough to
possess good gas coal deposits, however
distant they may be from tide-wateri
for while the foreign demand will take
off the coal nearest the sea, from Phila-
delphia, Baltimore and No-folk, our
great inland consumption will absorb
the stores that are most handy further
west. Not to speak of the countries on
the Pacific, where, neither in China, MOI
in japan, nor in the Island of Formosa
nor in Australia or New Zealand gas
coal has been discovered, the field nearets
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

At Fairplay, Colorado, recently, Mes
srs Graves and Walker were indulg..1g
in little game of poke. Before the
"d-aw" Mr.. Graves held "king full'
and NJ. Walker rejoiced in four aces,
but after hat Interesting ceremony Wal
ker eEh.bi ed four aces and claimed
the stakes, whereupon Graves drew a
six-sbooter and reckoueG his hand was
the best. Walker 10 nediate;y supple
mented his four aces with bow.e-k:.ife,
and the dispute was s9,:led to the pe:-
feet satisfaction of the outsiders. There
was enough i'll the "pot" to purchase
two handsome eoffins, end next DAY bo:h
gentleman took uppermanent residences,
side by side, 10 the beau sifr.I cemetery
that reflects so much ,,eo;t upon Fair
Dlay
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07
The Somerset GrI.t Mills,

Are an institution worthy of commen-
dation. The -four made there is gain
ing favor wherever introduced. 1t is
finding market at home and abroad Its
quality enables it 10 compete success
fully with the best brands. These facts
speak the praise of the mille-s, adyer-
tise the perfection of the machinery, as
sert the business capacity of the propri-
etors, and include the best qualifications
on the part of all the employers.
Wheat arrives every day and the ready
market of this product at the Ashbrook
Mills in cash or the immediate exchange
of ready made -four, shots and bran
for the grist, is fast extending the Gus
tom of the mills without changing their
character as merchant mills. If any
one thinks we are over praising one of
our own institutions from partially for
every thing promotive of Somerset in
terests, we invite them to inspect for
themselves and see the busy aspect pre-
sented by teams thronging to and fro
and the mountains of wheat and -four
on hand.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07
LOCAL AND MISCELLANEOUS.

RAILROAD .AccIDEST.-On Wednes-
day night smash up occurred on the
railroad at the bridge over the South
Fork of Licking, two miles and half
south of Newark. An engine of freight
train gave out at the place named and a
train which was following was tagged
and stopped, this was run into by anoth-
er train going in the same direction.
The engineer of the colliding train was
seriously injured, and his engine badly
used up. In consequence of this accident
we had no mails from either direction
on Thursday.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

The city fathers are doing very well.
They are a live set of men, and have
done much to move ouT town out Of the
old grooves in which it was prone 20 run
back and forth. One little thing re-
mains to demand their immediate al.
tention. This is fight of wide
stone steps up the fill near The bridge
at the depot, landing foot passengers on
the pike above, and on tine depot level
below. the expense would be trifing
and the accommodation, 70 s:-angers
and cisizeus du-ing The course of even
one long, muddy season, would be ample
to justify the erection of the steps and
the planting ola lamp to disperse the
gloom of night and direct the feet of
the pedestrian.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

You can get App e.oEs Journal and
the Some set Press TO- one year fo- $4.75.
The journal alone, is well worth that
amount. Read The prospectus in ano.h-
er part Of ti,.s paper. Any pc son who
appreciates good reading ma te-, has in
this offer an opporsnn--y to ge: large
amount of A.; foz a small sum of money.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

The engine house north Of the turn
table, near the Asnbrook mills, is in
process of cous5-uc.ion, Under the ene--
geeic supervision of Boss Carrea.er
John Motz. Its size is sufficient to shell
ter swo or :iicse engines and adds an
other fea@ure Of progress % that vieini-
ty of Old Somerset
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

A dandy sort Of fellow, having cur
ly hair, cane and kid gloves, called at
house on Beaubien street, Wednesday
evening, and as the lady opened the door
the fellow SAID: "Why, how do you do,
my dear2" She allowed him to walk in,
and then called her husband from the
next room. The man of the house took
the puppy by the throat, flung him
down, and then dragged him out doors
and mopped him around until there
wasn't starch enough left in him 20 stiffen
a Ay's wing.-Detroa Free Press.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

We learr that Partridge & Cain, Me-
chants at Junction CITY, suspended bus
mess Oh Monday last and assigned oneir
effects, o. the benefit of their creditors
to James Mackin of New Lexington.
We understand the liabilities of .he firm
are neavy, for country business.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

For $4,75 cash you can get Scribner's
Monthly and the Somerset PREss for
one yea-. This is a rare chance to get
good reading matteT-and lots of it-for
small amount of money. There is no
be @e: $4.00 Magazine published than
Soribners. See notice else where in this
paper.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07
PREFERRED SPECIALS.

JUST TARRIYED.-Freshfr from the man
ufacturers, q large stock of watches,
clocks, jewellery, spectacles, &C., &C., at
J. c. Curran's jewellery store.
p The unequalled Elgin watch
predominates. as it is well known to be
the best time piece for me n,o,.e, in
America. Try one and see. v-.i21
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07
SEWING MACHINES.
The "DOmtstfc."

1 am in tfe ieIG again. agent f9r the
sale Of the oest Sewing Machine have
ever used or offered to the public. The
domestic" in it's construction combines
simplicity anc strength which i,.volve
durability; "No othe- Machine What
ever will do an equal 2aDge Of wo-s with
SO little change of tension l., COM
pairsop with other Machines it IS noise
less, and requires so little por7e1 tna3 3
child can run it. The "Dorestic"
stands no5 only unrivalled kns j. .ar
surpasses IL other machines E :, sra ..
utility. ;.
Call at may Shop and see c-e o. them
work before purchasing apT o,her and
you will be convinced OF zoe truth of
my ssta.ements and 1 shall have the
pleasure of selling yor just lee maah:le
you ougnt 20 have for family aac III
other kinds of serving. a
J. CAIS. Agent.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

If you want anything in the clothing
line, good and cheap, you can find it al
the Clothing Store of Mains & Bro.
Fine Beaver Cloth for Ladies Cloaks
can be had at the Clothing Store of
Mains & BIO.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

It costs money 10 furnish RunnsiB with hoF-
and buggies " hich added tie commissions
pail them makes $ sarge ITEM anG las c1yel @aa
TO pay It. There n l. getting around this faots
although the runner (teazer) vehementy pro-
tests that HE vii. sell cheaper than any body
else, ana just here comes IL She score. Ct the
Transaction which very few nnderrtaE6 to-wit;
The market prices Of Foreign pL5 Amoriean Mlr-
bles vary RON twenty 70 hfty Fer cent. being
graded a. Nc. D. o. average anG common
Now whom = runner finds = necessary 70 SELL
very cheap, and although he promises the best
still when the work is being done .be different
grades q stock viii: Be used according as the
price demands aBG when delivered the buyer
with his want OF experience cannot detect TIE
difference. II our ware rooms can always he
found the best and at the lowest rates, and n
buyers want the cheaper grades, the prices win
be lowered accordingly, but mind you, the dif-
ference win be fairly pointed nut and you VIII
not be made 70 believe that you are getting ths
best instead Of the cheaper kind. In buying
marble work it Is very important that you
be suited. 1t is not article 70 be cast aside n
not liked, and 4 not suited ycu viii always re-
gret Il. Place no confidence In tomb stone bum-
mers who make themselves sc offensive by beg
ging and teazing you = 5ay o. them. They
win promise you anytDing snd every thing 70 IN
duce you TO buy.
By visiting our works you will save money
and also get job that win give you aatiaiaetion
in ALL respects. II ineonvenient 20 come and
soc us, drop us a line when you are ready TO buy
and we viii call ON you with our designs and
give you prices. By doing this you cannot lose
anything bat you may gain considerable.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

ZOO "-Acne anu 1OOtn EXTRACTION.
EDITOR PRESS: Dentistry is a science
and an art which all should be prepared
to acknowledge, as prolific of much COM
fort and health. Should any persons
with decayed teeth, tar:arish accumula-
tions, Irregularities of teeth, much ach-
ing of teeth, and impaired health in gen.
eral; and should the same individuals
be a little unbelieving, as to the imme-
diate and abiding blessings of having.
thei> teeth preserved and relieved of all
decay and aching, let them at once call
upon our dentists of Somerset-Drs.
Greiner & Dawson-and make only
partial experiment for test.
DIR. Greiner is we'll known, and is mov-
ing ON his patronage with good success
in general. DIR. Dawson, as yet, is a
comparative stranger to our public both
as an individual and as dentist. We
have called on him during the recent
week, and have given him a trial upon a
tooth which DR.. Tod of Columbus, Ohio,
pronounced to be beyond filling, and we
have every conceivable reason-except-
ing time itself-to believe that he has
succeeded not only in introducing per-
feet filling, but has saved the tooth from
future decay and aching. We find that
he is slow to make up his mind to ex-
tract, but will use every endeavor to save
the tooth or teeth by the art of filling.
We would say to the public that we
believe that he is skillful dentist, and
a worthy partner of our esteemed citizen,
DR.. Greiner.
Respectfully, .r~
d. M. WEIsMAM.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07
Somerset Church Directory,

LUTHERAN.
West Main street. Services every Sunday at
1917 A. NJ. Sunday School 9 A NJ. Rev D. NJ.
Wisema-. Pastor.
CATHOLIC.
South Columbus street. Mass at and 10 A.
NJ. Vespers p. NJ. Rev. d. H. Noon, Pastor
METHODIST.
East Main street. Services at 1917 A. Nj.
Sabbath School A. NJ. Rey.FBIF. Thomas,
Pastor
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

For $3.50 in cash you can get the Som
erset Press, and Woods Household
Magazine for one year, with the fine
chrome, Yosemite. See notice of maya
zine.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

GREAT INDUCEMENTS. = For S4 90
cash we viii furnish, for one year, De-
moreet's Illustrated Monthly Magazine,
and the Somerset PRTs3. This Magazine
is ACKNOWLEDGED to De the leading fash
ion Magazine in the country, The regu-
lar sr6go D Oh price of which is $500
per year. This offe- Includes superb
ch-omo-17X26 ircnes entitled the
"Oid OaEea Bucket"
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07
B. <k o. R. R.-StratfsviIIe Division.

GOING SOUTH.
Mail and Accommodation leaves Newark at A.
M, arrives at Somerset at 500 a. M, and
Shawnee at e.10 A. NJ.
Passenger train leaves Newark at AS p. NJ, ar
rive at Somerset at 5.24 P. NJ, aad Shawnee at
6.30P. NJ.
GOING NORTH.
Mail and Accommodation leave Shawnee at 10 A.
NJ, arrive at Somerset lib A. M, erriving at
Newark at 1855 p. NJ.
Passenger rain leaves Shawnee at p. NJ. ar
rives at Somerset s,02, and Newark 9.20 P. NJ.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

A rolling mill" was put in operation
in this city last Sunday. Two boys got
to fighting on the side of Mt. Pleasant,
and rolled down about fifty feet while
locked in hostile ..hug.-Ldncoster Ga
zeffe
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

If you want ni,e pair of fancy Cas-
simere pants, leady-made, or made 20
order, go 20 the Clothing Sore of Mains
& Bro.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

We learn that several Boston capita
lists are preparing 20 construct a large
blast furnnce at the head of Sugar run
in the Straitsville coal region.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07
Societies.

1. o. o. F..
Somerset Lodge No. 352, meets at Odd Fellows
Hall, every Saturday evening at o'clock.
NO. 76 F. d A. II.
Somerset Lodge, No. 10, F. and A. NJ, meets
a. their hall, on Wednesdays, preceding the
f1n moon of each month.
ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER NO. 81.
+. A. M. meets at Masonic Hail. on the Mon
day preceding the full moor of each month
Companions in good standing are cordially invi-
tedtO attend.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

The trial of John Smeltzer, who muir
dered his sister-in-law, near Bremen,
Fairfield county, is now in progress at
Lancaster.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

Remember you can have your old pic
lures copied, enlarged and nicely fra me-
for So at Sedgwick's Gallery.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

Cheaper than ever! A large assort-
ment of Paints, oils and varnish at
Skinner's Drug Store.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

We learn that two men were killed
last week, near Granville while excaya-
ting for the track of The new Atlantic
and Lake Erie Railroad.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

If you van: a fine paic OF Doeskin Cas-
simese pants made 10 order in the latest
style, 60 70 the Clothing Store of Mains
a. Rro
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

A tip-top fancy Suit, made up in good
style can be had at the Clothing Store
of Mains & Bro, very cheap.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

For a fine Beaver cloth over-coat, go
to the Clothing Sore of Mains & Bro.
For the best of "a lo-'s Trimmings,
go 20 the Clothing Sto-e o. Mains & BIO.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

Just received, i&-ge and veI selected
stock of QueensE are, Glasswa.e, ETC., at
Darst'g
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

100 different kinds of pocket books at
j. c. Curran's, at from Is cents 10 So 90
each,
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

We employ no runners neither do We 80 ha
ziLS about the country (as many do) calling on
people as soon hs they have bn-ied taeir dear
ones and beg, seaze and insist on their buying
Of us. We prefer 10 have a more decent re-
gard for their feelings We are almost daily re-
eeiving letters from persons outside Of Le.ing
County, wanting marble work and inviting Us
TO call ca them with our designs, that they may
inspect them aud learn prices. This We do,
aud we never fail 10 suit, both I'm the design Of
tho work and then in its execution.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

For fine broad-cloth coat, go to the
Clothing Store of Mains & Bro.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

Number one stocking yarn can Le had
at the Somerset Woolen Mills at $l.10
per pound, or five pounds for $500
When you want an article of this kind
call on Mr.. Wilson at the above named
Mills
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

The new Boot and Shoe Store Of J.
w. Graves is destined TO be popular
institution. James Enow how to treat
customers, and we have no doubt he will
have large share of them. Give him
a call, and take look at his goods.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

Ii buyers visit our rooms they can see She
work all finished and set up Just as Il win be
when placed in the cemetery, and know just
what they are buying, and cannot be imposed
upon.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

The reason that people go to Walker
& Russell for Boots and Shoes: Because
they deal exclusiyel in that line, and
CT course can sell cheaper.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07
Somerset Grain Market.
y. III. WILLARD, MI. ID

DHYSICIAN AND SURGEON. Office one
Il door south OF Post Office, Somerset, Ohio,
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

All price goods and Clothing sold at
bottom prices, at the Clothing Store of
Mains & Bro.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

Mr.. James L. Birkey and W. D. Lee,
of this city have just returned from
Boston, where, in company with Gener-
al Sherwood, they made sale of some
of the Perry county coal lands, amount
ing in the aggregate to 81, 100000.
The magnitude of the coal and iron
interest In this vicinity has never yet
been fully appreciated by many of our
people, but few such transactions as
this, and the influence it must exert on
our industrial enterprises will hardly
fail to awaken the most sluggish of our
Rip Van Nesealk Anaerican.
A correspondent sends rs the follow
ing:
"a new street is demanded for the
public accommodation, either to run
parallel with, and north of Main street
from High street to the railroad; or if
this be deemed not best, then to begin
at the line between the Lumber Yard,
lot and the Finck heirs lot, thence on
said line, go feet wide, to the line be-
tween Phillips and Ream, and thence
through the Ream lands to the ASH
brook Mill lot. Either of these streets
would add to the value of real estate in
that vicinity, and to the accommodation
of teams passing to and from the Mills
and the Depot, and supply the increas-
ing demand for building lots in that
part of town."
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07
Road the following

o. ~. HehHrta, BAG.
DEAR Sn:-YourB asking IN regard 20 WORK -
our Cemetery Is before me. have very gooa
opportunity Of comparing the work put upoa
our grounds, and can say with the utmost TRUTH
fullneas and sincerity, that 20 far az my Judgment
goea, and 90 far a. I have heard the opinion a8
the public, your work "a regarded o. SURPRISING
all others both I'm quality Of marble and work.
manahip, and on this point may truly say, there
Ia hardly room for but one opinion.
don't know that have ever expressed en-
opinion 10 you on this subject, but hnvesng you
remark a deep interest In the character oi cur
beautiful cemetery, and have on that 80
count often spoken Of the great merits Of your
work. Yours Respectfully,
RonEET MILLiaAN,
sup't Of Ceder Hin Csmetory, Newark, o.
The above n applied 10 nine-tentha of the
Cemeteries in Licking Co. would Be q true state
ment. Facts cannot be successfully disputed
We also have q Hplended stoEf ui iruni slate
and marble mantels. Any enc buying mantel,
will be furnished At net cost eompiete CRATES foE
their entire house. A complete crate conal1le
Of the front, fender, summer front, are haakeit
O. y. MEHURIN a SON.
shopa aud Ware Rooms Wes. Main Street,
Newark, Ohio.
May 10, 1879. vln7
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1873-11-07

Alcohol, brandy, gin, wine, whiskey-
pure, old and good. Prices reduced,
and sold for medical purposes only, at
Skinner's Drug Store.