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did retire his army could not be sustained
for lack of supplies. Col. Baldwin put the
question to him direct, if he could make
no sugge stions for strengthening the ar
my, and his answer, without qualifications
was that he could not
The facts, fully confirming what Gen.
Lee had told Mr.. Baldwin, were reported
to the House. Thereupon l drew a set of
resolutions looking to a peace conference.
The resolutions, as | drew them, named
Hunter, Stephens and Campbell AS the
com nissioners. In company with Hon. j.
D. G, Atkins [ took the resolutions, to r..
Stephens, who had just arrive in Rich
mOnd. just what time this was L do not
remember, but it was in one or two days
after Mr.. Stephens arrived, after long
absence, and after the committee had ia
ken much time in taking the proof, At
kins and myself had free talk with Mr..
Stephens, who fully realized the situation.
We left the resolutions with Mr.. Stephens
with the distinct agreement that he should
make such changes as he thought proper,
but not to change the commissioners. He
re-wrote the resolutions. and it was agreed
that the first effort should be TO get them
approved by the committee on foreign at
fairs, of which Mr.. Rives was chairman.
Atkins had the matter greatly at heart,
and Gov. Foote having resigned his place
on that committee we managed to nave
Atkins appointed, and he got the resolu-
tions approved by his committee. They
were reported to the House, and, in secret
session, were debated several days. Mr..
Davis's particular friends opposing them;
but at length it was said to those of US
who were trying to get tile resolutions
through that if we would not press the res
olutions any further Nh. DAVIS would APP
point the three men named in the resolu-
tions. Of course we ST. pped at once, and
Mr.. Davis did appoint the commissioners.
To the great establishment of all of US, who
had the matter at heart, we learned for
the first time, after the commissioners re-
turned, that they had been clothed with
no power except to treat on the basis OF
independence. which most of US regarded
as entirely hopeless, predicating our belief
on General Lees testimony mainly. This
is substantially the truth of history.
Very truly,
A. s. COLYAR,
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BREvITIEs.-The Revere Hous at
Harrisonburg. keeps up it's reputation as
a first rate hotel. There is no bread in
the valley that can compare with the Re
we're
AS a smoker of twenty years putting we
would like to give testimony in behalf of
that Traveller" cigar, of G.. NJ. Fifer's 1t
is without doubt a triumph of the art.
The property on Main street. near the
Baptist church, once owned by the late
Jno. R. Schmidt, the barber, has been sold
to Dennis O'Conner for 81 500.
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COMMISSIONERS SALE OF VERY VALUABLE
~ BUILDING LOTS AND FARMING LANDS
county.-In pursuance OF Il decree OF the Circuit
Court OF Augusta county. entered in the cause OF
day OF March, 1875 the undersigned Commissioners,
will proceed to sell at public auction in the town OF
Middlebrook, Augusta county, va, ON
Wednesday, the 24th dag Of July, 1878,
commencing at u NJ, the following described yalu-
able real estate, owned bv DR.. W. s. McChesney, in
such parcels as may be determined on the DAY oi
sale:
1st Tract of go acres known as the old McCutch-
en- tract this is fine land and is very productive.
"a Tract OF Al acres adjoining No. l.
Sd. Tract of $50 acres also adjoining No., /; These
three will probably be sold tract and colstl-
Eots s. AND xf5{ oan Of aaf
tanning acre and poles and known as the mead
5til Lots IS and Sc in town of Middlebrook, con-
9Th Lots 9, IL, l3 and II in town q Middlebrook,
containing acre rood aud "a p les; this lot Is I'M
proved aud has on it dwelling rouse. lumber house
store house and other buildings ...
the tan yard in Middlebrook
sth. Lot known as Shipman's heirs lot. containing
9Th Lots l, s. 5 and in town of Mi.'debrook, i'm
Pre- we'd by comfortable dWsng rh lumber house brick
cupied by Samuel Goods.
10Th Tract Of acres r9odS and 81 poles, near
It'll. Tract Of ll5M acres, portion of the Carwen
tract.
These lands are in a good nefghborhnod, conveni-
ent to churches, schools and mills, and parties desir
ING nice homes could find no better investment
TERMS OF SALE:-Cash i'll hand to pay costs of
suit and sale and the residue upon credit of one,
two and three years from day of sale in equal in
stalmentS bearing interest. the purchasers to
cute bonds with approved security for the deferred
payments and the title retained ultimate security.
ALEX H. FULTZ,
X. T. BELL,
ROBT. CRAIG,
JAMES BUMGARDNER, JR.
une21-tdS Commissioners.
W7AsHINGToN LEE UNIVERSITY,
r SrnN
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are the best of all purgatves for family use. They
are the product Of long, laborious, and successful
Investigation, and their extensive use, by physicians
in their practice, and by all civilized nations proves
them the best and most effectua purgative Pill that
medical science can devise. Being purely vegetable
no harm arise from their USE In intrinsic value
and curative powers no other pill can be compared
with them, and every person. knowing their virtues,
will employ them, when needed. They keep the
system in perfect order, and maintain in healthy
action the whole machinery of life. Mild searching
and effectual they specially adapted to the needs
of the digestive apparatus, arrangements of which
they prevent and cure, if timely taken. They are
the best and safest of physc to employ for children
and weakened constitutions, where a mild, but eff
fectual, cathartic is required.
FOR SALE BY ALL DEALERS.
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dlction by Rev. G. G.. Brooke, the conven-
ton adjourned to meet at Lexington next
THE CLOSING BUSINESS.

year.
THE CLOSING BUSINESS.
The closing business of the convention
was the adoption of resolution to use
every effort to form missionary societies in
the Sabbath schools; another to hold special
prayer meetings in the schools for the con-
version of children; another thanking the
people of Staunton "whose generous hos
p1tality has been a joy to us while here
and will be gladly remembered through the
years to come, y and another thanking that
model of presiding officers, President Ma
gruder, for the manner in which he had
presided.
INCIDENTS.
One of the lady delegates, Mrs. Mary H.
Brown, had travelled 300 miles to attend
the convention.
An incident of the convention was the re-
marks of Mr.. Thornton Berry of Augusta,
the oldest teacher in the convention. His
words were received with expressions Of
approval and encouragement.
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STAR GAzlNG.-N early every night this
week there has been parties On reservoir
hill, watching the nearing conjunction Of
Jupiter with the moon. On the 25th he
will be in opposition with the sun.
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PAID FIRE DEPARTMENT.-In the
Council, Tuesday night, a resolution was
offered by Mr.. Evaus, inquiring into the
expediency of having paid fire depart
ment for the city Of Staunton.
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FRIDAY MORNING. JULY 10, 1873.
Local
Dedication at Waynesboro.

INTERESTING HISTORY OF METODIIsM
IN THE TOWN-THE FIST METHODIST
NJ ETI N G. THERE-HOW THE NEW
CHURCH CAME TO BE BUILT-ENER-
CELTIC PASTORS AND CONGREGATIONS
THE DEDICATION OF THE NEW BUILD
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SUDDEN ILLNEss.-We regret to learn
that MI Archie G.. Stuart, son of Hon. A.
III. FL. Stuart, who won such honors at
the University Of Virginia, was suddenly
taken i'll on Monday with hemorrhage'
Of the lungs. DR.. Hunter Mcclure was
telegraphed fer from Richmond and came.
to Staunton. Mr.. Stuart, under his care
has much improved and we trust his life
may long be spared to bring forth the
fruits of which it has given such splendid
promise.
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THE CoLoRED PEoPLE.-On Tuesday
last the A. M. 3. Sabbath School had a
picnic in Ackerman's grove, under the
superintendent Of the following commit
tee: Jack Harris, Prof Smith, Samuel
Williams and Eliza Powell. On the same
day the colored Odd Fellows had picnic
IN a grove near town. The Red Leaf
Band was in attendance.
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CONMsIs ercIaI.

STAUNToN, July, 18th, 1878.
Flour-Extra s4.lo1s4l5; Superfne, SO. 45@s3 so ;
family, s4.S0@$I9O. eat--Fultz S2@S5; Lancas-
ter, S7@S0 cents; Corn, soc. Oats, Use. Bacon6@7,
Qnog round)- Lard 6@7c. Salt-$l.65; Sugar-S11
@l211e; Meal, 50Q055; Moasses 4dc@75c; Butter
liz cents; Eggs cents, dull New Potatoes, so
cents, dull: Timothy seed, sl25: Wool washed
35c, unwashed Csc.
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MCILHANY has received and is selling Grain
Cradles, Grass and Grain Scythes, Snaths Whet
Stones and other harvest goods at Fair Prices. -
may17
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McILHANY is agent in this section OF Virginia for
Dupont's Powder. Milers Fire-proof Safes Cucum-
Der Pumps. Patent Buggy and Wagon Wheels. Cal
and examine, mayl7
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PERSONAL.

Capt. Chas. d. Mccoy, of the d. d. Il
B. Institution, and lady, and Mr.. Holmes
Erwin and family have gone to Old Point
Mr.. }. a. Templeton, our popular fellow
citizen, has gone to fill clerkship at the
Rockbridge Alum Springs this summer.
Rev. W. @. Hullihen and family have
gone to West Virginia for the summer va
cation.
Prof Guilford D. Euritt of the D. D. Il
3. Institution, was in Danville last week on
his tour looking up scholars who by afflic-
ton are qualified for that school,
Prof. Henry Scharf is giving readings at
Fincastle and through Southwestern Vir-
ginia.
Rev. ". E. Baker is announced to ex-
plain infant class and object teaching at
the meeting of the Presbyterian Sabbath
School Workers of the Lower Valley, at
Winchester, July 31st.
Fanny Nichol, of Port Republic. who
was educated at the d. D. IL B. Asylum.
is stated by the Commonwealth" to be i'll
the poor house OF Rockingham.
Mr.. Emile Laciansky, the popular clerk
at MI. s. II. Hilb's, leaves for Mobile la.
this week, where he will reside. He has
made many friends during his stay here.
Mr.. j. L. A. Trotter enc of our most es-
teemed citizens, was yesterday evening
still very i'll from infianmatory rheuma-
tism, though better than the day before.
Mrs. Archie Trotter who has been quite
i'll in the same house is improving.
MI. J.. M. Ferguson, the able founder of
the Waynesboro Tribune has become
its sole editor, DR.. w. J. Jones having re-
tired.
Mr.. Edward II. Fisher OF the Richmond
Dispatch" is in the city,.
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No CHILD will refuse FLEMING'S WORM CON
FECTIONS, but rather crave it, as it is free from
any of those nauseous liquids usually sold for worm
medicines. Sold everywhere.
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The NOVEL WATER POWER AT THE
VINDICAToR OFFIcE.-Since last Friday
the VINDICATOR office has had constant
stream of visitors inspecting the new
"Backus Water Motor" which drives our
presses, and to say Thousand have seen it
at work would not be over the mark. Next
Monday being court day our country
friends may have the day to themselves, as
it will be on exhibition in motion at all
times they desire to see it. 1t is the nov
city OF the age in machine power and is
worth visit. A large cylinder press and
a Job press driven at rapid speed by ma
chine not larger than a hat box into which
potlrs a stream of water not larger than
goose quill, is a curiosity worth seeing.
The ladies as well as the male population
are invited to witness the operations OF
the motor. Messrs VIM. III. II. Lynn,
and George W. Eyler. are the agents for
the Machine.
AccIDENTs.-On Tuesday afternoon,
Col. Jno. Lewis Peyton, a well known re-
sident of the suburbs of Staunton, while
driving with his little son on his farm was
thrown from his wagon, the bone of his
right leg being badly crushed above the
ankle. DR.. J. A. Waddell, of Staunton.,
and Dr. Hunter MCGUIRE, Of Richmond
seeing it was impossible to save the limb,
amputated it above the fracture. Col. P.
has strong constitution and, his numer-
GUS friends will be glad to learn, is doing
we'll.
On Friday morning, while bidding fare
we'll to some friends at the Valley depot,
Mr. B. B. Eskridge stepped off the plat
form, distance Of four feet, receiving
some severe bruises. but no dangerous
hurts.
On Monday DR.. j. A. Waddell. Of this
city, was called by telegraph to Rockbrldge
to set the leg of DR.. Jno. Graham, who had
been thrown from his buggy.
W EsLEYAN FEMALE INSTITUTE The
report of the Board of Visitors of this in
stitution is published. and awards high
praise to Rev. Dr. w A. Harris, its Princi-
pal. 1t says that the past session there
were III boarding pupils, and despite the
suringency of the times, after paying for
the various improvements, the Trustees
received So 900 as their proportion Of the
profits. :.
l. Il. Il (E N
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BLOoMED.-At the residence of Mr.. A.
D. Trotter, No. 127 North Augusta ST.,
number of ladies and gentlemen assembled
Wednesday night to witness the blooming
of the night blooming cereus, an event
which takes place only once year. The
flower bloomed and yesterday morning
with the morning sun had withered away,
not to come again for another year. 81
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Accomplished at last! The fresh sparkling beer
as drawn from the celebrated double Arctic Bohe
milan Pump at the Virginia Hotel Bar, is pronounc-
ed by Judges the best and most invgorating drink
now in use.
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The Virginia Hotel Bar has tpenei q neat, coo
reading room, entir ly di>tn; from the b I, where
all kinds of eatab.es may e had
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RUNAWAY.-Last evening about dark,
as Miss Mary b. Donaghe, daughter Of Dr.
B. B. Donaghe, was driving out home in a
Jersey wagon, the horse became frightened
on Court House ST., and dashed off at full
speed Miss D. had two children in the
wagon, one of whom she was holding III
her arms. With GOODNESS amounting to
heroism she gathered the child tighter to
her and though thus impeded managed to
guide the frightened horse at frightful
speed in dash Of over a quarter of a miles
and bring him up safely near the Staun-
ton Wagon Factory. The excited and
anxious crowd that had run after the fly
ing vehicle cheered the courage of the
young lady who drove on out home.
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Gentlemen's Fine Calf Box Toe. and Plain Con
gress and Buckle Caters. very low for Cash ut
WELLER'S Boot, Shoe and Hat Store.
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City Offices.

ASK YOUR DRUGGIST WHAT HE KNOWS
about the merit OF Shrners Indian Vernlifuge the
popular remedy.
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S. M. WILKES is Offering the best and cheapest
Furniture in Stanton rrf may4tf
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The public are cordially invited to drop in and see
that wonderful invention, where two kinds of fresh
beer dispensed at the time at the Virginia
Hotel Bar.
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New Advertisements.

DIGS.-I wish to buy, for a customer. six thrifty
i shoats of good breed, say from SO to so lbs,
in weight.
july191t VIM. F. asst.
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BALTIMORE, Oct. %, 1S77.-Some time since I
sprained my ankle quite severely for which 1 used
only Dr.. DeWitt's Eclectic Cure and which I found
most excellent remedy AS a general household
remedy for cramps, neuralgia, palms, &C., it is I'M
equalled. I am never without it.
JESSIE C. SMALL,
279, Baltimore street, Md.
For sale by Geo. W. May g. Co
may24-tf
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VXTANTED.-l0,00 900 bushels new wheat delivered
w in depot, will furnish bags. will pay highest
market price,
W. j. JOHNSON,
Opposite Chesapeake & Ohio depot,
July II, 1878. Stuart'S building,
julyl9-2t Staunton va.
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A VALUABLE DIsCovERY.-Dr. G. W. Benson, a
Practical Physician at l0G N. Eut;w St., Baltimore,
Nd, (who has paid much attention TO nervous dis
eases } has discovered that extract of celery and
clamomiIc combined, in certain prep ,rtion inva-
rably headache. either hi ious. dyspetc, ner
yous OF sick headache. neuralgia and nervousness
This is Il IT. umpn in medical chemist " and sufferers
all over he country o: deiing ly mail. He pre-
pareS 1t in pills ut 80 cents per box The Doctor
is largely known and highly respectedin Baltimore
-Episcopal Methodist. So Sold by all Druggist and
country stores marl1y
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The fresh beer tapped every few hours and How
ing through the 'sArctic regions OF the Bohemian
Pump surpasses anything Of the kind ever INTRO
duced in the Valley. tiG
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: Ladies Buttoned Side Lace and Front Lace Boots
i'll Box Toe and Plan very low, don't fail to try a
pair of them. New Goods almost daily at
WELLER'S Boot and Shoe Store.
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A full line of Gents and boys Fur Hats, .as wei
as i'm .Wool-Umbrellas, a full stock always on hand
at the lowest Price for Cash, at
jan25- c. L. WELLERS.
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Nothing is as good for the health as nice glass OF
beer The Virginia Hotel bar keeps the very best
A large glass for five cents, drawn from an Arctic
Bohemian pump.
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49, will buy Ladies Good Morocco Shoe, and $2,5
a pair OF the best quality, at
WELLER'S Boot and Shoe Store
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Come We warm and thirsty; and see the greatest
novelty in the city at the Virginia Hotel Bar-two
kinds Of ice cold, sparkling Beer being drawn from
the celebrated Arctic Bohemian Pump. Yes,
1.-TWO kinds OF fresh beer flowing at the same tme.''
julyl9-
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TOM BURKE still ahead The only place to get
genuine Milwaukee Beer.
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QooD NEws!-Loyers OF good Eating and Drink
ing are informed that in the sample room attached
to the Liquor Store of j. j. FOSTER & Co.. Augusta
Street. next to Baltimore Ohio Express Of1ice) i'll
charge Of JOHN CHRISTIAN, so well and fayorably
known as the best Bar keeper and Caterer in Staun
ton will be found the finest assortment OF Liquors of
all kinds mixed in any style at l0c per drink. Also
Cold Lager Beer at Sc per glass. The Lunch COun
ter is supplied with every delloacy OF the season
moderate prices jnne2l-4t.
81. will buy pair Fine Calf Box Toe hand made
Boots, every pair warranted at hf
WELLER'S Boot and Shoe Store,
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nON'T DESPOND.-If there IS anything that is
IL calculated to test the composition of a per
son. it is an nsidious cough, the forerunner OF con
sumption, that most fatal OF human affections. In
victim who at first has slight cold, but negects to
use the proper remedy until too late Others are al
fiicted with Bronchial, Asthmatic. Catarrhal, OF
some of the many diseases to which the throat and
lungs are subject Don't Despo,ad. While there. is
persons life is when he gives way to despondency,
Remember, all these complaints which are so pre-
yalent, and SO fatal can be cured by "Dr. Swaynes
single Is cent bottle will prevent much suffering
and risk Of life Being the favorite prescription Of
one of Philadelphias most eminent Physicians it
can be relied on Trial bottles, Is cents; Large size,
$l00. Sold by dealers in medicines generally.
maY3-1v
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PIANOS AND ORGANS.-If you wish to purchase
a very superior Piano or Organ, equal in every
cellence to any made, at Manufacturers Wholesale
Price, and thus save nearly one-lalf of your money
do not fail before purchasing, to write for catalogue
of descriptions and prices, to Post Office Box 1885,
New York.
feb15-ly
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$1.25, will buy a Misses Good Morocco Shoe, at
WELLERS Boot and Shoe S tol

Every one in want of Boots and Shoes of Good
Quality and at the Lowest Prices for Cash. will study
their interest by examining my Stock before pur-
chasing. Don't believe every thing you hear, but
and see for yourself and you will be convinced that
the best real bargains in Boots and Shoes, to be
had at
C. L. WELLER.S Boot Shoe and Hat Store.
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COMMISSIONERS SALE OF A VALUABLE
" FARM NEAR STAUNTON.
The undersigned Commissioners by virtue of de-
cree OF the Circuit Court OF Augusta county, entered
on the 10th day OF November 1877, in the cause of
The National Valley Bank ofStaunton VS. L. Hartman
ct ais, will proceed to sell at public auction in front
OF the court house, in Staunton, on
Wednesday,, the 31st, day of July, 1873.
that very valuable farm known as the Cottage
Hip farm, lying on the South side of the Valley
Turnpike, one mile North East of the city of Staun-
ton. it being part of the old M. G. Hartman, Red
Bud farm, and containing about 146 acres. The land
is OF good quality, and has on it small farm house
nearly new.
Trims OF sALE.-Enough cash in hand top pay
costs OF suit and sale, SLIPS l6, the 3lst day Of
January, 1872 without interest and the residue in
four equal annual payments bearing interest from
day Of sale The purchaser to execute for the first
deferred payment a negotiable note well endorsed
ana dor tne o1er deferred payments bonds with APP
prove personal security and the title will be retain
as ultimate security,
G. M. COCHRAN, JR,
r. P. BELL,
July6-4t Commissioners.
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The cold beer drawn through the Bohemian
Pump, at the Virginia Hotel Bar, is recommended
by physicians rs an exhilerating and wholesome bev
erage. A large glass for five cents,
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BENsON'S HEADACHE PILLS are a blessing to suffer-
ing humanity. Wehaye tried them and found no
other remedy equal to them for Neuralgia and Merry
Gus Headache.
Relief is speedy, and permanent cure certain.
Sufferers should not fail to try this pill and be
cured All druggists keep them. june2l