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Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

A WORD TO CLERG ~ NJ + N
FRIEND, stop that cough DO not neglect Com
mon Cold even for day. 1t may end in Con
sumption and death. REV. N. ii. Downs ELIxIr
has cured Thousands. both old and young. and il
will cure yon, if taken freely and in season. Thl.
ELIXIR has been before the American people
PoETY-sIx YEARS. and has never failed to give
relief to sll who have used 1t. 1t has won its way
by ACTUAL SERVICE, until 1t has become house
hold friend in thousands Of our best families. Reg
ular physicians use and recommend it. Clergy
men and all public speakers are Its best patrons
Railroad Employees, much exposed to colds. coughs
ETC., should always use it. Farmers, Lawyers
Merchants and every body. old and young, speat
highly In its praise.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

The Canadian Government has introduced
and supports general temperance Law,
the central provision Of which is designed
to make the local option" principle opera
tive in all parts of the Dominion.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

In in the gullet called heartburn" why, it is
impossible to conceive since the heart has nothing
to do with it, is caused by the scetous fermentation
In the stomach Of the food cOnta ned in 1t by ar
overplus of the gastric juice. which is itself
powerful acid or by the unnaturally acrid quality
OF that secretion. The ordinary way Of treating
this symptom, for il is nothing else Is to administer
bi-carbOnate Of soda, alkali, TO neutralizs the
acid. But sour stomach cannot be cured by alkalis
which tend TO weaken the digestive apparatus.
far better remedy is Hostetter's Stomach Bitters
which strengthens the cellular membrane, the seal
OF the difficulty, regulates the aow Of the gastric Sc
erection. improves the quality If vitiated and putt
the stomach into good-working order. Perfect al
gestion follows natural sequence. and there j.
no more trOubly from heartburn or sour stomach
The liver and bowels also thorou shly regulated
by this sovereign Alternative. e1d aly
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

Tue ScuooLs.-State Superintendent Co.
nant is actively engaged in a campaign OF
inspection of schools, and of lectures
throughout the State. No better work can
be done for the advancement of our educa-
tional interests
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

STUDENTS Of Dartmouth College publish a
card severely condemning the recent dis
turbance. The Freshmen who were arrest
ed were held in $500 bail each, and tie
alleged rim sleaders in 81 900, for trial.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

THK utilization of sweet fern in tanneries
is being talked of, by the erection OF fac
tories in the neighborhooi Of Pla:tsburgh
by interested capitalists this season.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

ST. ABRAMS BUTTER MARKET, March ~.
Market quiet and receipts small. New
butter sold at 25 to 25 cents per pound ::
selections 80 10 81 cents; with shade higher
nrice for extra fine
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

GOVERNOR FAIRBAsKs sent the following
despatch to Gov. Prescott, just after the
New Hampshire election you have my
hearty congratulations upon the result OF
your State election Now let mutual con-
Hsence and goodwill prevail everywhere and
let US study tine things that ma Re for peace.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

A WESTERN man recently visiting YER
mont was shown some beechnuts, of which
he procured quantity for friend in his
native State. On receiving the same. his
friend returned thanks, and declared that
Vermont mus, be tai one on buck wheat. F"
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

RIcnuosp.-Mr. E. 7. Jacobs has pur-
chased the interest of Il. A. Hodges in the
arm of Hodges & Jacobs, and will continue
the business as usual. Mr.. Jacobs's card is
IL, apo.hor aolnmn
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

AuoSG the three score American artists
whose paintings have boen selected to repre-
sent this country Al the Paris Exposition is
our famous Vermont artist, t. W. Wood
who is honored by the choice Of three Of bis
works-"The Contraband. '"The Recruit. -
and The Veteran. Among the other
paintings We note one by j. B. Bristol,
Lake Champlain from Ferrisburgh"
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

1T COSTS just six cents to paste a printed
slip on postal card aid send it through
the mails. The sender contributes one cent
and the receiver the other five.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

DIED.
RowLEY.-In Charlotte, VT, March IA. 1873. o
dphtheris. Miss Mary L. Rowlcy, grand daughter
of L. r. Hubbell, OF Charlotte, aged 10 years.
PRRcY-In Burlington, Wednesday. March goth
at the residence OF her son. Albert N. Percy, Mrs
Miranda Percy, in the 10Th year Of her age.
St. Adams papers please copy.
DEuIsa.-At Burlington. VT, March 18th, 1873
Fanny F. Deming. Deceased was born at Benning
ton. VT, June 10Th, 1873.
sxI1H.-At Alexandria Bay. N. Y, March 18th
Mrs. Roxana Smith, aged o0years. u
NYH.-In Mortified, March 18th, Mrs. Almira
Nye, aged Sc years.
CoILISs-Iu winooski. VT, March 18th, of heart
disease, Maria L. Collins.
MARRs-In Westiord, March 18th. 1873, OF con-
sumption, Lucreta e., wife OFF. T. Mars, aged e
years.
FREEHAs.-In Essex, March I, 1873, Walter
Freeman aged 81 years.
Also in Essex, March 18th, Of pneumonia. Melvin
W. Freeman. son of the late Walter Freeman, on
his 55th birth day.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

by TELEGEArH.i
New York stock and Money Market.
New York. March ~.
PRIME Mercantile Paper lao.
RAILROADS quiet.
STOCKS firm closed declining.
Transactions aggregated $4,000 shares. LAX
Shore, 40 600.
MONEY at 3.
GOLD now quoted at l0lI.
GOVERNMENT BONDS strong.
STOCKS advancing buoysnt and unchanged.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

EVERY thing latest and best in the line of
woodworking machinery is offered by
Hill, Clarke & Co, Boston. Send for their
new Catalogue.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22
Fruit GROWING IN THE UNITED STATES

FRUIT tRowING IN THE UNITED STATES
Fruit growing is making rapid progress in
the United States. According to recent
official statements, the land appropriated
to this branch of industry is $500 900
Upon this there flourish ll2, 900 900 apple
trees, 5000. 900 pear trees, lie 90, OO(
peach trees, and l4l 26O, 900 grape vines.
The total values OF the fruit crop through,
out the United States is set down at SIPS,
PIG 200. an amount equal to half the value
Of the average wheat crop of the country.
Toward that large sum apples arc held &c
contribute $50 .4O0, 900. pears Si4,l 100 900
peaches $46, 1876 900. grapes SAILS 600
strawberries $5,OOO,O 900, and other fruit:
!. IN O0n
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

RICHMOND MARKET, March ls.-New but
ter sold at 2S to 80 cents g little choice at
80 ceets. Eggs. l2d cents; maple sugar.
to 10 cents.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

WI. PAIGE. recently of the American
House in this city. has returned to Rutland
and will assume charge of the Office at the
Bates House, April lst.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

IT is stated that Mr.. g. L. Stillman dug
new potatoes, raised in the open air, at
Westerly, R. l.. last week. This is decided
ly forcing even this early season.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

TIE new bill for the clsssi6catio OF mail
matter, to be reported by the House Com
mittee, will authorize the use OF return pos
tai cards and combined letter sheet and en-
yelonez
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

RAuRoAD Observation-Disclosures stock
preferred, is selling in Boston at AZ
Ogdensburg and Lake Champlain, 35s
preferred, IOs Vermont Central ss. 10.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

IT is noticeable that the shoulders oil
ladies who hold up one side Of their dresses
are becoming yery uneven.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

THR BAcKus Oh COMPANY give notice, in
another column of this paper, that they
have no representative in New England.
and that orders should be sent direct to
them at Cleveland, Ohio. in order to make
the reception of goods a certainty. The
person now canyassing the Eastern trade,
ostensibly for them. has no connection with
the Backus Oil Company, and their Gus
toners are warned not to be imposed upon
by him.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

In 0gdensburg, Tuesday night. man
was garrotsd and robbed Of S460. No ar
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

PRESIDENT BucKHAN delivered his lscture
on art in Human Life" in the Art course
at Bennington, on Friday evening.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

1t requires no debate to prove tina HUNTS REM
EDY will cure Bright's Disease, Kidney, Bladder
AID 6landular Complaints, aud Retention and In
confluence of Urine. HUNTS REMEDY is regu
larry prescribed by Family Ply sicans. Dropsy
Gravel, and all diseases OF Kidneys, Bladder an,
Urinary Organs, are cured by HUNTS REMEDY
CLARKKs TooTH ACHE DRoPs cure insanity.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

DIR. z. S. PICK may be :ound at the Van Ness
House. from 900 to 1900 a. M, and from 800 to 20
p. N, for patients who wish to consult him on
diseases connected with the Eye and Ear.
March lideodSwIW
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22
sonh0mOre Exhibition.

The College Street Church was filled to
OVERLOOKING, last evening, many Of the audi
ence, including number of ladies', stand
ing throughout the evening. The speakers
were ten in number, FIVE being selected by
the class and five by the Faculty. The
young ladies were excused at their own re-
quest. The order OF exercises was as fol-
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

The annual meeting of Town Superinten'
dents of common schools will take place on
Tuesday, April I'd.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

SEVERAL Aocks OF wild geese. northward
bound, have been observed in this vicinity
lately
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

NOTICE U. n. INTERNAL-REyE
SPECIAL TAXES.
FINDER the Revised Statutes OF the United
" States. Sections 1922, 1897 323S and 1929. every
person engaged in any business, ayocation, or en-
ploy ment, which rende him liable to a special
isI, lie required to procure aud place and keep con
spcuousy in his establishment Or place Of business
a STAMP denot ny the payment OF said special tai
for the sps csl tax year beginning May 1873 Sec
ton 32ii, Revised Statutes. designates who are
Liable to specisl tax. return. as prescribed on
Form IL, is also required by iau OF every person
liable to special tax above. Ssrere penalties are
prescribed for non compliance with the foregoing
requirements. or for continuing In business alter
April 20, 1878. without payment OF tar.
Application should be made to T. b. Taft Deputy
Collector o. Internal Revenue, at Burlington.
March 22-wt
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

THE LINE BOATS will commence running
the middle of next week, it is expected.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

&C. Frost, the well-known temperance
ayitator, is working at Whitehall, with
great success.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

SUIT AGAINST 4 TowN-In the Washing
ton County Court, at Montpelier, the case
of Keltop, administrator, against the town
of Marshfeld has been on trial. Ii is an &C.
ton to recover ten thousand dollars for in
jurics sustained BY Samuel Eaton in the
breaking of an alleged rotten bridge in
August, 1876. Eaton was crossing the
bridge with an OK team loaded with lum-
Der, when the bridge gave way and be and
his team went into the river. and he died
ten days afterward from the effects of his
fall. lie left no widow or child, but this
claim is made for his more distant heirs.
The jury returned q verdict for the defend
ant. At first the court declined to receive
it, telling the jury, as matter Of law. that
the plaintiff was at least entitled to nomi-
nal damages and as much in addition there
to as they should lind, and sent the jury out
to make up verdict accordingly. The
jury could not agree to change their YER
dict. and tho court accepted the first one.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

A WESTERN SSow SroRN.-The snow storm
OF March 9th to the l2tb, in Nebraska and
Wyoming. is called the severest storm that
has been experienced since the Pacific Rail-
road was built. Ii extended along the line
OF the road for five hundred and fifty miles,
and lasted from Thursday to Sunday with
out abatement Since the storm subsidized
the bodies of several persons who died from
exposure have been found. Two soldiers
persisted between Fort Russell and Cheyenne,
distance of three miles. Four men with
an OK team were caught fifteen miles north
west Of Cheyenne. Three of the men reach
ed the railroad terribly frozen, and will
probably lose their feet. The fourth man
and the cattle persisted. Three ranchmen
were found dead a short distance north Of
Cooper Lake. One rsnchmsn lost 10000
sheep near Egbert Station. and many other
cases Of loss of stock arc reported. Among
the sufferers BY the storm in this respect
was Mr.. B. F. Rugg. of St. Albans, who.
We hear, lost 5000 sheep, on his rancho
near Cheyenne, valued at 100000. They
were shielded, but the snow blew into the
sheds, and they persisted by thousands.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22
NOTICE OF ASsIGNEE'S APPOINT

Mf.tE.
DISTRICT OF VERMONT. s.. At st. Adams,
i y vi on the llth daV Of March. a. II. IS75.
The undersigned hereby gives Lotlc- Of HE ap-
pontment Assignee O. kEoch u. Whiting of ST.
Adams. in the County o! franklin, and STATE ot
Vermont. within said district. who has been Al
judged Bankrupt, upon his creditors petition, by
the District Court OF sad District Of Vermont.
HANSON T. rlMS-
3gw3w Assignee.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

REMEDY THAT NEVER FAILS.
HENRY 4 JoHSsos's ARsIcA AND OIL LisiNEsr Is
an external remedy Tor man or beast, for curing
Wounds, Sprains, Strains, Sores, Cuts, Bruises.
Burns and Ulcers of every kind including Skin
Diseases generally; and while its application is
harmless and mover painful, its effects most won
ierfnl. Az FAMILY LIsIEEsr 1t meots the wants
Of every household. Warranted to satisfy all who
use II.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

HAVE YOU YELLOW EYES.
Bakers Mandrake Btters will certainly cure
you II you have any Liver difficulty, indl geston.
constipation, pain in the right side, try these Bit.
tiers at once, and see how much good you can re-
ceIye for rs cents. Nov. 10. d,wSt, ins. sIc
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

FAsT-OAY. Friday, April 9Th.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22

FEosr-PHILLIPs.-In Dol Norts. Colorado, Nov
LIST 1917 at the residence Of A. S. Goodrich, Henry
/. Frost, formerly of Vermont and Addie Phillips
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1878-03-22
FOR SALE.

GOOD Mich COW. L. H.TILLEY,
VI March 22-39wlt st. George.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1878-07-11
The school Meeting.

The school meeting last Monday
evening was organized by the election
of Mr.. A. p. Weld chairman. Joseph
Nichols. district treasurer, read his
report, which shows the total amount
paid out for teachers wages and incl
dentals to be $1,S31.40; leaving still
in his hands $547.77. The building
fund III his hands had all been expend-
cd, and 81, 500 drawn from the build
ing fund of $4,000 in the Hudson Say
ings Bank, from which had been paid
out ON orders from the district clerk
81 ,26l.39 leaving still in his hands
S23S.6I. Then followed the secreta-
rvs report, giving the wages paid the
different teachers during the past year,
which ranged from $40 to 500 per
month. The meeting then proceeded
to ballot for treasurer which resulted
in the election of E. B. Holmes for the
ensuing three years. 1t was voted to
raise 81 500 for teachers wages, which
with that already on hand and the
amount to come from the State, will
make about 3, 900 to be expended for
that purpose the coming year. 1t was
also voted to raise $500 for incidentals.
The prevailing sentiment seemed to
be for raising the standard of the
school to an equal with the Normal
and other first-class schools. The
number of montns to be taught the
ensuing year was left to the Giscre-
ton of the Board.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1878-07-11
The Fourth at River Falls.


The clerk of the weather having
ushered in one of the most glorious
summer days ever seen in this latitude,
no sooner had the sun risen above the
horizon than all the roads leading to
this village were alive with the hun
dreds who were bent upon celebrating
our nations birthday in becoming
manner. BY nine O'Clock fully five
thousand people were gathered in
the streets of this village all eager to
participate in the festivities of the
day. Marshals Bevans and Glass were
on hand and soon brought order out of
| chaos. An immense procession was
formed, and, following the lead Of the
River Falls Cornet Band, the gay
throng arrived at the grove where the
exercises of the day took place, Allen
p. Weld, Esq, officiating as President
of the day. The Band, under thelead-
ership of Geo. Bert, discoursed soul
stirring music; the singers. under the
leadership of A. Earthman-Miss Bolk-
com presiding at the organ RECALLED
the immense audience with a number
of patriotic songs; that time honored
pendence, was, owing to the unavoida-
able absence of Cotton Whitccmb. read
by A. Earthman; and Captain Henry
A. Castle. of st. Paul, delivered one of
the most sensible and withaI eloquent
orations it generally falls to the lot of
Fourth-of-July audiences to listen to.
Although the grove in the vicinity of
the stand was literally crammed with
people, the best of order prevailed and
the exercises throughout were marked
with that decorum SO befitting an in
telligent society.
During the afternoon, entertainment
was furnished by the races occurring
in the Driving Park, and by very
pretty game of base ball on the grounds
adjacent to the Episcopal Church, be-
tween the club Of Hammond and the
Grasshoppers of this village.
In the evening, the music by the
Band drew Il large crowd to the vacant
square in front of the Institute build
ing, and here, under the direction of
Will Davies. the best display of fire
works ever seen in River Falls, de-
lighted the lookers-on.
Taking it all in all, our celebration
must be considered q great success, for
which the thanks of the community
are due to the committee of arrange
ments who assiduously labored to
make this occasion one Of pleasure to
everybody.
One feature of the day is especially
worthy of commentator not dis.
turbance of any kind marred the fes-
tivities of the day; and but one slight
accident, caused by the tipping of a
buggy seat, has come to our knowledge.
Long live the Fourth
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1878-07-11
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Liver IL King.

The Liver ia the imperial organ OF the whole
human system, as IT controls the life, health
in its proper action, all kinds Of ailments are
the natural result. The digestion OF iood the
movements of the heart and blood, the action
~ the brain and nervous system, are all i'm
medlateIy connected with the workings. o.
liver. Ii has been successfully proved that
Green's August Flower is uneqnaled IN cur
ing ali persons afflicted with Dyspepsia or
Liver Complaint, and all the nu, Aerou'
sy,nnsnus that result from an unhea' my con-
J;,;aas, N tle Liver and Stomach Sample
hotties to try, 10 cents. Pos.dveiy sold
IN All towns Or the Western Continent.
Three doses will prove that It is just what
Won want.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1878-07-11
L--E::3:-GA Al
Town Laws.

| RESOLVED, That all travelling shows or cir
cuses, where admission il obtained upon pay
| ment of money, shall be required TO pay tee
| OF ten doslars for every day or fractional part
| of day, exhibited.
FURTHER RESOLVED, That license may DO
granted .otravellng shows or circuses, upon
a written application TO the Chairman OF the
Town Beard and upon being approved by
him, anS the payment Of the sum OF ten $50
dollars q. the town treasurer, the town clerk
is hereby ordered to issue such license upon
the presenting ta him OF the receipt OF the
treasurer that SAID sum has been paid.
Any person OF corporation violating the
above shall he liable 20 a fine OF not more than
one hundred 400 dollars nor less than fifty
t50) dollars.
RESOLVED, That an 4uctioneer's License
may be granted to any person, for one day or
part of day, torthe purpose Of selling goods
at auction, or public cutlery, in any manner,
either 4, tie highest bidder, or by what is
termed 'Sselling dawn," or Of acting in the
capacity oi an auGsoneer.
Any person aeEing in any such capacity
without such liceIsse, shall be liable TO fine
of not more than Jitty t50) dollars, nor less
than tweaty go; dollars tor each offense.
The town clerk y hereby authorized to issue
such licesse to any applicant upon proper
evidence that such applicant has paid into
the town treasury the sum OF five (5) dollars.
REsoLvgp, Tlas all travelling Theatrical
Exhibitjens, Concerts, or other exhibitions
of that character, not exempt by law, be re-
quired to pay tee OF five (5) dollars for the
first exhibition. and two dollars and fifty
cents ~ 59D for eaeh succeeding exhibition.
FURTHER RESOLVED. That license my be
granted Co travelling Theatrical Exhibitions.
Cor ce is, or other exhibitions OF like charac-
ter, upon written application to the Chair
man Of the Town Board and upon Icing APP
proved b. aim, and the payment oftbe auoye
Tot In ftvty frau
clerk is he9ebY ordered to issue such license
upon tbs Presenting TO him Of the receipt Of
the treasurer that said sum has been paid.
ANY person or corporation, violating the
above sllalE be Tia Die to fine of not more than
fifty (50l dollars, nor less than twenty (2Ol
dollars
The fCsegoing Resolutions were adopted by
the Board 81 Supervisors of the town of River
Falls at IS meeting held III the town eler 3
Office on the 9th day Of April. 1873:
JNo. j.. MOODY,
9-3m Town Clerk.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1878-07-11
Notice.

The undersigned requests those in
sured in st. Paul Fire e Marine III
surance Co. by F. q. Mckay. former
agent at River Falls. to examine then
policies or renewal receipts and If
they hold policy with number from
5013 to 5035 or renewal receipts No.
to u. that report be male of the fact
to said Company to the undersigned at
GAINESVILLE, Wis. These policies and
renewals are missing from said Nc
Kay's supplies and no report has been
made to the Company on them.
G. W. kIBBEE.
9-4w State Agent.