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tained that the movement Is meeting with general
favor, and the club has fair prospects Of taking at
least 800 TO behold the Inauguration Of Pennsyl-
vanlas new Governor.
Through ono Of the managers OF tho inaugural
ball al Invitation was extended 10 any attending
the excursion who wished TO participate.
The rccting then adjourned, subject TO the call
Of the president.
National Republican., 1878-12-16
shakespeare and the Amateurs.

An amateur representation Of one Of shake.
spcnrcs most whimsical comedesis to be given i'm
mciately amer the holidays, under the auspices Of
the Parish Union Ol All SJGls' Church. The cast
has been selected with great care from local ANA
tcur talent. and. as this Is the frst attempt ut
Shakespeare by amateurs Of ths.ciiy. considerable
interest Is felt IN the event. The proceeds viii be
devoted to ausIncnting the musical fund OF the
oh f-.h
National Republican., 1878-12-16
Lincoln Hnli-EarIu,r, Wilson, rrimrose &
Vests Minstrels.

Tho combination Of burnt cork and speciality
artists known a' Barlow Wilson, Primrose &
Vests MIusircls will commence a brief engage.
ment at Lincoln Hall on Thursday evening next.
The performances OF these gentlemen have at
tracted the cncUmlums OF the press wherever they
have appeared. Their vOcnli>ns aud com! !calitics
ART Of tie highest order Of excellence, and their
"spcCiRlties" are unsurpaSzcd In originality.
National Republican., 1878-12-16
ovERCoATs. ElsEMAN BROS, 7rH AND Z.
Where to Buy Handsome Presents.

The decorated pottery and porcelain on eXlIbI.
tlOm at the establishment Of Mr.. N, ". BeycrIdge,
No. lUyg Pennsylvania avenue northwest were inl-
ported especially for the holiday tmie No more
suitable present eau be- giVcr and an iu,pcl ion Is
respectfully Invited Mr B"yurlgr is ono OF the
most rCIinLlu mere hulln IN the DlsIirl aud all who
IniruEllu him will receive iiIr Treatment
National Republican., 1878-12-16

MessrS. Carpenter and Campbell. as solicitors for
Pierre Fayoie Ell al. has filed on the law side bill
praying All injunction against the Texas Pacific
Railroad Company, to prevent them from dispos-
ing Of the stock and other property OF the company
In their hands. The plaintiff in the case forty in
all. clt2cus Of France, excepting one. represent
that they own the lnud-grant bOilds Of the Menu
phS, III Pas0 aud Pacific Railroad Company 10 the
amount OF sHOOOO. on which no dividends have
ever been paid. II l. asserted that there i now
held In France S,SsOOO OF the bonds of this com.
pany.
National Republican., 1878-12-16
ULsTERS. EIsEMNN BROS 7TH AND L.
The Parkinson 'rrInI.

The case against William q. Parkinson, charged
with making au Indecent assault on Louisa and
tried In the Police Court Saturday. In one case
judgment was suspended and In the other u fine OF
slDO was imposed. An appeal was taken. Parkin.
sons friends were made very indignant by the nC
ton Of the court. A number OF Wcll.kuUwn citizens
testified tl his excellent reputation. They con.
slider that the case grew out Of blackmaiing
scheme.
National Republican., 1878-12-16
Tlcltrs CoIniaue,

The attraction at the Comlque this week will be
Miss Nora wrishts blonde minstrel troupe, con.
si,ting ofwclve young ladies'. number of new
specially stars have been also engaged and viii
appear Of each performance These two shows
will be given fDr one price Of admission. Jake
Budd, John Robinson and the other members Of
the company will appear in number of new
sketches aud It Is safe 10 say that this will he big
week at the COmique.
National Republican., 1878-12-16
Great I,oston shoe Auction House.

ipl rrum>y lvHniu avenue sign Of the red lUg. II
Is wellhuDwn fact. both IN lhch''lIirI aud cnuu'
lr, that the great Boston shoc auction hOusc iVl
ppm.-y lNauIu avenue Is the mDat reliable sHpu
huu,r ~ this city We advise al! ~ buy their hO.
day gurtl. 1T the great Boston shoe auction house,
l1l Pom! !IHuum nN"uuc sign OF The rcd lug
IIOrOlD RItlIOLD, pIyp.lrlHI
National Republican., 1878-12-16
DR.. Lords Lectures.

DR.. Lord lectures this evening on the Thirty
Year, War, wh,ss most conspicuous character was
Guslavus Adn!phus justly admired ~ an cxcIn-
pRry sovereign, a stRlc.InHu Of profound and lib-
era views, promoter Of every clcvGtng enterprise
among his people, aud contributor IN no IncHu
dcgTcy to the advancement Of tie truest CiyiiiZa.
q
National Republican., 1878-12-16

For upward ofthirty years Mrs winslow's Sooth.
Ing syrup has been used for children. II cOrrcCts
nc idIty Of the stomach, relieves wind collie, reg-
lates the bowels, cures dyseTtcry aud diafrho's,
whet her arising from teethng or other causes. An
old aud wGll.trcd remedy Is cents u bottle
National Republican., 1878-12-16
Indications,

For the Middle Atlantic States rising barometer
cooler northwest winds, possibly backing to south.
west: partly cloudy and clearing weather.
National Republican., 1878-12-16
Ruth, the Moabitcss,"

Next Frilay evening the dramatic cNntn,A Of
Ruth, the NoaJitcS,' will be produced at Fords
Opea.Il1usc. with line cast and full chorus Of
lrgClitr>. Arrangements have been made on On
extensive scale iur this prescntl,ion.
National Republican., 1878-12-16

OWING TO THE MIIDNESS OF THE SEASON
WE HAVE REDUCED ALL ONERCOATS AND
LISTERS 20 PER CENT. on FORMER PRICES,
ElSESiAN BROS, COR. 7Tl AND l. STS.
National Republican., 1878-12-16

JULIus LASsBURGm's attractive sale Of im.
ported cTumb cloths, rugs mats and lap robes,
commencing Monday, December o, aud con-
tluuing through the holidays prOmises to be
an immense success.
National Republican., 1878-12-16

For holiday presents so to Julius Lans.
Lurgh tho Popular carpet man, 42l and i37
Seventh street,
National Republican., 1878-12-16

JULIus LANsBURG's attractive sale, 421
Seventh street, under Odd Fellows Hall, and
continuing through the holidays of imported
rugs mats, druggcts, and lap robes.
National Republican., 1878-12-16

BOYS Ulster $50. At GREAT SLAUGHTER
SALE OF CLOTHING To FORCE OFF STOCK.
ElSEMAN BROS, 7TH AND h.
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BOYS OVERCOATS s.. At GREAT sLAUGH.
TER SALE Of CLOTHING. ElsEMAN BRoS.,
III AND l. ~TS.
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Every Variety

PARIsIAa diamonds In solid gold settings
speciality, at Harris & Co.'S i35 Seventh street.
National Republican., 1878-12-16

Da. WILBOR's COD.i.vER Oil AND LIME-Inya.
lids iced no longer dread 10 take that great specific
Tor Consumption, Asthma. and threatening Coughs
--COd Liver OIL aud Lhue. As prepared by pr
NbUr II il robbed Of the uAusGatug taste and nlsU
emb0dies II preparation Of the Phosphate Of Lime.
giving u0tuTe the very article required TO aid the
healing qualities Of the OIL aud 10 reCreate where
disease Eas destroyed This article also forms u
remarkable tonic, and will cause weak aud dcbili.
tatCd pCrsUns TO become strong snd robust. II
should he kept In every family for instant use on
the !rst appearance Of Coughs or Irritation OF the
Lungs. Manufactured only by A. Is. Wllb0r, Chem.
1T, Boston. Sold by all druggists.
National Republican., 1878-12-16

Clsrcts North Carolina sCuppernong wines, pure
Catawba, brandy. Holland gin, and Oporto port at
Xandcr's, yll seventh street.
National Republican., 1878-12-16

Mn. CHANDrLI, corner Oi Seventh and streets,
l. Offering great Inducements 10 holiday purchaser
this season. Ills stock Of Books. Albums, paput.
cries, and other holiday gOOds Is very fine and very
National Republican., 1878-12-16

No WHOLESALE butter house In this city or Bnlti.
more has better facilities for daily receipts OF choice
dairy products than SPiCERs, corner Ninth and y
streets northwest Large stock. Fine goods Low
prices. Fair dealing.
National Republican., 1878-12-16
j, r., ID, y,

OrERk glasses in endless variety. from S2.jC
up. at Harris * Co.'S, ij5 Seventh street.
National Republican., 1878-12-16

Handsome Embroidered SLIPPERS
for holiday presents, at II. l. strasburgers, 0610s
seventh street
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Overcoats
And ulstcrs very cheap al Roman & Cor's, 5O7
seventh street
National Republican., 1878-12-16
LOCAL MISC ELLdNY,

Six per cent interest paid on deposits, Special
rates on time deposits. II. SquIEn Co.
Bankers lil6 Pennsylysnia avenue
National Republican., 1878-12-16
Eoreign and Domestic

OF scarf, handkcrchiefs, gloves. &C., at Roman
CUxs Jy7 Seventh street
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Mhn.L,.L,, ,IhIIdnr ACKNOWLEDGEMENT.

Vunpn Row should he consulted by MI dc,lruus
Of purchasing Christmas presents. Their slugf
rom Prise elegant Dopks G,r old aud yOuhg. icwcl
boxes, drr.,ing-rG .cs, SWISS carved goods, and In
fact every Irl,C. in the stationery department.
National Republican., 1878-12-16
Great bargains

In winter suits at Roman i Cox's, cothIrrs, j07
seventh street.
OVERCOATS 20 PER CENT BELOW FORMER
PRICES AT GREAT SLAUGHTER SALE OF
CLOTHING. ElSEMAN BROS, 7rlI AND L.
National Republican., 1878-12-16

GREAT SLAUGHTER SALE OF CLOTHING
TO FORCE OPT STOCK. EISEMAN BROS, 7TII
AND T. SIS.
National Republican., 1878-12-16

YorSG PEOPLE do pay attention to your tecti
neglect will soon ruin tnen Be wise in time
Clean them daily with TiirRsToS's IVORY PEAR
ToorH povDER. the mos; perfect dentrihce known
II will keep them through life In good condition
white and souno viii harden the gums. sweeteI
he breath. rnn prevent toothache Sold by 81
iruggists. Is and 80 cents per bottle
National Republican., 1878-12-16

CHAELLs II. llplMas, sol of the late Senator
Holmes. u Maine Is s!H rect aal eight inches In
height
National Republican., 1878-12-16

WILLS HAcHISE-sPREAp STRENGTHENING PLAsr
fEs arc still the best known. Their curative pow
er far turpass all others.
National Republican., 1878-12-16
CRY ITEMS.

No REMEDY IN the world ever came into suCl
universal use, or has so fully won the confidence
OF mankind. as Ayers Cherry rocOrRl for the curt
Of coughs, colds, aud consumption.
National Republican., 1878-12-16

HARD times demand economy; practice It b,
Tenovatlng your sOled gloves With JoUysS's Iso
pENors KID GLOVE CLEANSER. Price IS cenu pc
bottle.
National Republican., 1878-12-16
Anusenents.
New Advertisements,

HATToSAL THEATRE-IIemry VIII.
THEATRE CoNIoUE-Naricty performance.
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MMheyy.

M NE. l.. +. JEANNERkT. OF BALTIMORE
&Nl has 10 I received new CTsr Of FRENCH ND,
RDNNErS and kOUNE HATS carefully GssS.l
elected by herself In Paris. at No. lssl Penn. ,S7
ylyania avenue tup stair.l, between Twelfth
and Thirteenth streets, washington b. c. dej
National Republican., 1878-12-16

ARE you bilious, troubled with heaoache. dizzy
peptic nervous, dull, and lanRuid? Ayerle TO al
eSsrtion. 10 your lfe mlsorableY You require u
change. ~ Cleanse the system. purify and renew tht
hold remedy. II will soon relieve you. Sold by all
druggiss, Is gents per package, which makes .
quart OF medicine.
National Republican., 1878-12-16

HARVEY 4 HOLDEN'S
Table d'lote Is the best in the city breakfast and
dinner, 80 cents each.
National Republican., 1878-12-16

Is your hair harsh. dry aud stld' Does it refuse
to curl? Dress II with THosPsoss oMADr oPriMk
will improve It, Sold by druggists. 30. Price 26
anG 80 cents per bottle.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1878-02-22
The Concert Last Evening.


The concert connected with the Musi-
cal Convention, given on Wednesday
evening, was very fine affair. The
chorus sung with grand effect three or
four times; Miss Whinnery sung waltz
song and a dream song with great
beauty and expression Miss Sergeant
sung Robin Grey with the rich purity
of tone for which her voice is so re-
markable Mr.. Clark, the Boston tenor
sung in duet with Miss Whinnery; the
young violinist, Miss Chandler, was
warmly received Mr.. Cheney gave
one or two of his humorous pieces, and
last, Though by no means leasD the
Blaisdell orchestra gave Amarylis, and
the Swedish wedding march, ION four
instruments,) to the great delight of the
audience. We have no room to speak
further of this concert except that the
house was packed to its utmost capaci-
ty, very many being obliged to stand
during the nearly three hours perform
ance, while many Others went away,
unable to gain admission. Such packed
houses, with sitting atmOspherea and cold
drafts alternately, are endured at the
risk of health and life; and until suit
able concert hall is provided, it would
seem the act of wisdom to limit the
number of tickets sold to the fair ca
pacity of the room.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1878-02-22
Domestic Trouble.

The family and friends of Mr. Charles
Powers of this place are in deep trouble,
growing out of an alienation between
Mr.. and Mrs. Powers, which has been
increasing of late until it reached a
climax one day this week, when Mrs.
Powers packed up some of her things
and went up to the family of an ac-
quaintance at the Centre village, where
she remains at the present writing,
leaving her husband and five children
behind-the oldest child being fifteen
years and the youngest sixteen months.
There are many rumors afloat as to the
cause of this alienation, but we will
give none of them, hoping a reconcilia-
ton may he effected, and once happy
family reunited. Mr.. and Mrs. Powers
have stood well in the community, both
are members of the church, and al
though not wealthy, Mr.. Powers has
steady work in the scale shops, and has
the name of providing well for his fam
lily. 1t is a sad case in every aspect of
it; and for the sake of the children if
nothing more, the differences should be
healed as soon as may be. 1t would
seem to be good time for neighbors
to interfere in the interests of harmony
only.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1878-02-22
Sent to Reform School.

The boy Samuel w. Yates, who was
arrested at Smiths hotel in Danville for
stealing watch from jewelry shop
in that place,-an account of which was
given in the CaIedonian two weeks ago
was examined in this place for stealing
some $40 worth of jewelry from C. j.
HoughtOn's store, and bound up. In
view of his youth, he was sent to the
Reform School at Vergennes. The boy
though only fifteen, has developed into
quite thief. He has parents in High
gate who have already suffered much
from this propensity of their SOC, and
have evidently determined to let the
law take its course.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1878-02-22
A Singular Bankrupt Case.

The final discharge in the bankrupt
firms of Bacon & Ide and Bacon, Ran
ney & Co., has not been made, but the
amount of the dividend is public,
which, in the case of Bacon g. Ide and
John BacOn's estate Smoothing. In
Bacon, Ranney & Co., it is between one
and two cents on the dollar; and on
George Ranney's private debts it is Sc
cents on the dollar. And now comes a
very singular thing in history of bank
rupt cases: During the year which
has been consumed in going through
bankruptcy, Deacon Ranney has paid
or provided for the payment, of more
than one-half of the claims against bis
estate, so that when the dividends were
declared, he took more than one-half OF
them. That is, while the law releases
him from all obligations by the pay
ment of thirty weight cents on the dol
lar OF his Indebtedness, he is going right
along and paying one hundred cents on
the dollar just as fast as he can raise
the money. Those who know Deacon
Ranney will not be very much sur
prised but we think this chapter in
the history of bankrupt cases which
should be recorded for the benefit of a
scoffing world which pretends to believe
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1878-02-22
Telephones in Practical Use.

We understand that Mr.. C. C. Bing
ham, agent for the Bell telephone in
this place, is about to connect his drug
store with the houses of the leading
physicians in the place, so that in case
of accident, or at any other time when
a doctor is needed, all that will be nee
essary will be to call at the drug store
and leave the order. This must be OF
great advantage, as many times when a
physician is i'll immediate demand, one
is obliged to go to several places before
obtaining one. We understand that the
several offices of the foremen in the
scale works are to be connected by tele-
phones. This will save much travel
and facilitate business. Why not have
two or three prominent points in the
village connected with the office of the
man who tends the pump house Ii
would be very handy in case of fire.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1878-02-22

"A tramp who gave his name as
Michael Geary of Barton, was arrested
by the police in the street on Monday,
and on being examined before Justice
j. w. Lewis, admitted that he fired the
Works barn a month ago, and was put
under $500 bonds for appearance at
county court. In default of bail he
was committed to jail. Some think
this man admitted this crime for the
sake of getting warm place to stay.
He found the weather too cold for any
comfort in barns. One night he staid
in the freight depot in this place. He
said he saw some kerosene oil barrels
there, and he had mind to set fire to
them and get warm.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1878-02-22

A musical convention has been held
in this place the present week, under
the direction of Mr.. Geo. w. Dudley of
Boston. The chorus has been quite
large from the start, and since Tuesday
morning it has averaged over $50
voices. Convention going people say
it is the largest chorus here since the
first convention of Mr.. Geo. F. Root,
some seventeen years ago. The parts
also are better balanced than on some
previous occasions, although the soprano
predominates, as it is very apt to do.
The drill by Mr.. Dudley has been very
exact, and we should judge as thorough
as possible in the time given. The di-
rector has worked hard himself and
made his class work hard, and we ex
pect it will show in the concerts and
certainly the drill, and lectures, and
suggestions given, should be of advan-
tage to the music of this section in years
to come.
At the "social hour" yesterday, Miss
Millinery and Miss Sergeant appeared
in songs, Miss Chandler gave violin
solo, and Mr.. Morey and Mr.. Eastman
of the Blaisdell orchestra gave each a
solo on the viola and flute, and Mr..
Cheney gave two humorous descriptive
pieces. The songs by Miss Whinnery
and Miss Sergeant were beautifully
sung and heartily encored. The flute
solo was well done, and both that and
the violin playing by Miss Chandler
seemed to be appreciated by large
and delighted audience. Early in the
afternoon the orchestra rehearsed with
the chorus, adding much to the effect
of some of the grand choruses which
the class had been at work upon during
the week.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1878-02-22
East Concord.

The school under the instruction of
Hattie E. Grannis in district No. 7.
closed last Friday. Whole number of
scholars IS; average attendance 20.
George Wallace did not miss day dur
ing the term. Most of the scholars have
some distance to go to school, therefore
no owe but what has been tardy other
wise it has been a very successful
school.
The select school closed Wednesday,
1t was taught by Miss Tina j. Tilton,
who is good teacher. Whole number
of scholars "a average attendance 80.
Flora Smith was not absent or tardy
during the term. This is the fourth
term she has not been absent or tardy.
A good share of the scholars did not get
but one tardy mark.
The friends of Mr.. and Mrs. Richard
King met at their house last Thursday
night to celebrate the 18th anniversary
of their marriage. All enjoyed a good
time.
Alfred Thompson has moved from
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1878-02-22
New Patent.

Col. Franklin Fairbanks has received
letters patent dated Jan. 90, 1873, on
Improvement in scale platforms" The
invention consists in improved means
for widening the bearing-surface of the
platform. Sliding frames are provided,
each forming an entire skeleton side or
wing, which, when out of use, may be
moved inward, and be of no appreciate
effect. When required, they are drawn
out and form rigid wings or extensions
on each side of the main platform,
reaching out to a considerable distance.
These frames or wings are adapted to
serve without any addition, in support
ing the ends of a bag of coffee or corn,
or like bulky articles, which would
otherwise sag and rest on the floor.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1878-02-22

Some of the state exchanges have
the item that Geo. Ward of this place,
is the owner of a dog which weighs 124
lbs. We don't brag about st. Johns
bury dogs, but if the papers want dog
item we will just mention that Col.
Fairbanks has ''purp" which weighs
100 lbs, and stands up as high as an
Alderpey calf, which he resembles in
color. He is an English mastitf, bred
in Montreal.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1878-02-22
leahs.

At St Johnsbury Center, Feb. IA, of consump-
ton' Sarah II. Butler, aged &c years.
In Lyndon, Feb. IA, Mrs Samuel Brown, aged
y years.
In Bath, N. H., October 10, Marilla the widow
Of Capt. James Kimball and formerly the wife of
Harry Green of Lyndon.
AT Brooklyn N. Y, Feb. IL, Clara Ida aged ?
years, daughter of Hiram Goss formerly of this
place,
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1878-02-22
Peachan.

The Young Peoples Social gave an
entertainment at the Town Hall on
Thursday eve, Feb. IA, consisting OF
music, pantomimes, and the play en-
titled "Among the Breakers" The ex-
ercises were exceedingly interesting
and the various actors in the play sus-
tanned their parts most admirably as
was universally admitted. The hall
was filed, and it was the universal feel
ing that the Young Peoples Social had
furnished the community an unob-
jectiOnable entertainment, and more
amusement than is usually obtained fol
fifteen cents.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1878-02-22
A Quick Mail to Burlington.

Commencing Feb. Is, a pouch is made
up at the st. Johnsbury post office, to
be sent west on express train, leaving
here at $3.50 A. NJ. This pouch will con-
tain mail for Burlington and points be-
tween Burlington and Cambridge juno
ton. Mail arriving from the north on
Passumpsic train for these points will
be put into this pouch. By this route
letter will reach Burlington at 2:4O
P. NJ, in season for an answer to return
the same night, arriving here at 1000
P. M.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1878-02-22
Petition for Discharge in Bankruptcy

In the District Court of the United States for thu,
District OF Vermont. In the matter of HORACE
II. WHEELER, Bankrupt
Notice is hereby given that petition has been
1eG n said Court BY Horace H. Wheeler of St
1OnnsDuIy, IN sad district duly declared bank
rrupt, undeT the Act of Congress of March Cd 1861
lot discharge and certificate thereof from ali
ms debts and other claims provable under said
a, M before the HON. Hort Il. WHEELER, JudSe
OF SAID Court at the q. S. Court Room in the cify
OF burlington, is assigned for the hearing of the
same, when and where all creditors who have
proved their debts, and other persons in interest
may ma attend and show cause if any they have why
me pray eT OF SAID petition should not be granted
Dated at Burlington, on the 10th day of Feb 1878
A'iS b. ID. SMALLEY, Clerk
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1878-02-22

The editor acknowledges the re-
ceipt of a basket of fine oranges from
Florida, at the hands of Capt. Ide, who
is now there. Accompanying the fruit
was a quantity of moss, such as largely
Southern states, giving them peculiar
appearance as it SWANS in the wind.