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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18
Nature Dtma ndx a Tonic

when the nerves are unstrung, the head aches, the
appetite is poor and variable, the sleep disturbed
and a general depreciation of vital power is expe
rienced. such "A state OF things cannot long exist
without the development Of serious disease. The
most active and genial invigorant known is Hos
letters stomach Bitters. The absolute purity oil
its spirituous basis and botanic ingredients gives
IL q permane nt clam to public conf ence, and it,
surpa ssing medicinal value is Omitted by medi
cal men OF 4 distinction, by whom 1t Is widely used
in private practice. For FEVER and ague both a
a preventive aud remedy, -dyspepsia, liver com
plant bilious remtent fever. constipation choer
aic complaints, hatuence, and all intestlna! disor
ders, it il thoroughly reliable remedy
II Is the anti ebre specific par excellence of The
maafial iii tricts of this and other count les where
diseases born OF miasma prevail, d as general
household remedy 1t lis also universally esteemed
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18
NEWS BY TELEGRAPH
TO THE
Daily Ktnuease 9ournal
THE BIDDEFORD MURDER.
The Coroner's Jury Have Only Just Re.
ported.
Rum o in Regard to the Murderer.

BIDDEFoRD, April IL The coronei's jury in
the Vincent murder have only just reported.
They find Rose Vincent died from slrangulation
At the hands of Fred Savage.
Savage i. kept is close Confinement, and appears
very gloomy. lie declares his confession as orig
Inally printed in the Boston Herald is true, but
the pol &c doubt it.
Mrs Savage says her husband told her he had
killed three other persons at different times be-
fore he murdered the Vincent woman, but the
story is not credited.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18
WEST INDIES.
Sugar Crop.

HAVANA, April IL. Prominent merchants and
planters are generally Of the opinion that the de-
tciency in the sugar crop will amount to fifty per
cent, are entirely wrong. The receipts since the
first of January show only a deficiency of one
third compared with last year, while the p!snta-
tons are overstocked with sugar awaiting trans
porlaton. Some think if the rainy season com
mences late the crop will equal and even be
superior to last years. The hot and dry weather
continues. A sugar cane disease in Porto Rico
produced by certain worm, has spr, al rapidly
that royal order has been issued ior an invest-
getion into its cause and means of prevention.
The disease thus far appears confined to Porto
Rico.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18
Office.

rCHE undersigned having obtained authority by
an act of the Legislature of tt e State of Maine
to ST II and convey the Union Meeting House ut
North Vussalboro', with the land and furniture be-
longing t. said nous Ii I've, in Pursuance OF said
act, sold said house and land and furniture;
and notice is hereby given to the propretors Of
said house, land and furniture, ana TO all persons
having any claims against said house and land, to
present their claims for settlement and their pro-
pertional di, idence OF the proceeds of said sale.
AS all claiius not presented within year from
the date hereof Will be forever barred.
l.. Z. 1ErCHELL,
IL. q. ABBOTT,
JOSA NOVEL;,
PRINCE HOPKINS,
GEORGE LIVERAURE.
No. VassalborC', Mar. 18th, 1878. 3wl6
KENNEBEC COUNTY.-In PrsoSte CourtAeid at
augusta, on the fourth Monday Of March, ISIS.
an the petition of a part OF the heirs OF Seth Tay-
~ Tor, residing in different states, praying that
license may be granted ~ w illiam A. TAYLOR, Al.
illustrator on the estate of Seth Taylor. 10 sell
certain real estate undevised. to wit. The home
Z tead OF the deceased situated in Readheld:
ORDERED, That notice thereof be given three
weeks successfully, prior TO the second Monday OF
May next, in the kennebec Journal, news
paper printed in Augusta that all persons Interest
ell may attend at a Probate Court thee 20 -
holden at Augusta, and show cause, II any. Why
the prayer oil said petition should not Dc ssansed'
H. BAKER, Judge.
Attest; CHARLEs HEwISs, Register wit
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18
Supplemental Resumption Act.

Suppiemehtdi resumption Acts
The following is the full text of the bill agreed
upon by the Senate Finance Committee to day,
and reported to the Senate with favorable con-
mendations
An act to amend an act to provide for resump-
ton of specie payments and other purpo 'ss:
Iherttrom and after the passage of this act U. 5.
notes shall be receivable in payment for u. 8.
bonds now authorized by law to be issued on and
after Oct. A. 1879, said notes shall be receivable
for duties on imports; snd said notes in the vol
une IN existence on Oct. IA, 1875 shall not be
cal celled or permanently boarded, but shall be
ressued. and they may be used for funding and
all other lawful purposes whatsoever to an
amount OF notes equal to the amount then in cir
circulation and in the treasury; and the said
notes whether then in the treasury or hereafter
received under any act of Congress and from
whatever cause, shall be again paid out; and
when a. ain returned to the tire asurer they shall
not be cancelled or destroyed, but shall be used
in like quantities; and all that part of
the act Of January IA, 1876, entitled "An act to
provide fol the resumption of specie payments,
authorizing that retirement of so per cent. of u.
5. notes shall cease and become imperative on
and after said Oct IA, 1878. Hr.
Sec. 2. All laws and parts of laws Inconsistent
with this act shall be and are hereby referred,
The bill was ordered printed and placed ohthe
calendar. The bill was reported Is . substitute
for the House bill repeating the resumption oct.
COnklIng.
The reported Conkling interview is pnblisl ed
this morning and occasioned much commeat
everywhere, paiticula ly in Congre ssional crces.
The following interview is from this evenings
Star:
Reporter TO Conklng)-You have seen the re-
ported interview with you as published in the N.
Y. World from a correspondent at Utica Is 1t all
straight;
Conk ing-No, | have not seen il, and cannot
give an answer till | do. But have at this mo-
men received telegram from New York inform
ing me that columns of a reported convsrsalion
with me appeared in the World, and that is the
first information the subject that has reached
me. can very frankly say that from the tenor
and spirit of the interview as briefly outlined by
some of my friends it is impossible for me to re-
member when | have committed myself TO any
such utterances.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

TINE WORKS WONDERS, and so does HUNTS
REMEDY. Dropsy, Bright's Disease, Kidney,
Bladder and Urinary Complaints. and Retention
and Incontinence of Urine, are cured by HUNTS
REMEDY. Female Weakness, Gravel, Diabetes,
Pain in the Back, Side and Loins are cured by
HUNTS REMEDY.
CLARxs ToorHAoHE DROPS cure instantly.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18
A POLITICAL COUNCIL.
Alleged Opposition to President Hayes.

New YORK, April II. The Herald saysa num-
Der Of Pepnsyvanis republicans assembled 1t ST.
mon Camerous house in Harrisburg, Monday
night, to discuss the policy to be pursued by the
party in dealing with the issues raised by the atti
tude of President Hayes. Resolutions were sub
mitted that the convention ought to ignore Hayes
and omit all reference to him in the platform.
This called out some opposition and quite num-
Hayes by the party. Hereupon Ke mble took the
floor and Indignantly denounced any such pro-
ceediug. He not only did not favor endorsing
Hayes, but thought those present who endorsed
the policy OF the President should leave the
house. Nearly dozen Immediately took their
hats and vacated the premises.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

Our esteemed and venerable FRIEND Lewis b.
IIamlen, ESQ., has put into our hands copy Of
the "kennebec Gazette" published in Augusta,
November Is, 1906, by Peter Edes. It's an in
teresting relic of by gone age. 1t contains the
Baccalaureate delivered by Eliphslet Mott, Presi-
dent of Union College, at Commencement in
1906. Among the advertisements We find W. ii.
Page advertising French Fancy aud staple
Goods" likewise Twelve Puucheons Gren ada
Rum" The kennebec Medical Society then ex-
listed. and meeting of the same is called. A
great coat is advertised as lost, 'rema kabe for
having two or three holes in it eaten by rats, and
pieces sewed 10 them
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

An i'll fitting Truss is worse than none.
Persons suffering from Hernia or rupture
should GO 10 Partiidge's Drug Store, Au-
gusta, where special attention is Civ EN-
TO properly fitting and adjusting the Truss
to each particular case. The Messrs.
Partridge Brothers have the largest stool
OfTrusses to be found in The State. whic h
enable them to make proper selection.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18
A Splendid Car.

A new baggage, mail and express car has just
been finished at the works of the Maine Gem
trail Company in this city, which will take its
place alongside of the other excellent work
turned out here. The car is numbered 6j, is 50
feet long, feet inches wide. The express de-
psrtment is 6 fee, inches long, mail room 10 feet
and the remainder of the room devoted TO bag
gage, each of the apartments being fitted up with
all the modern Improvements 1t rests on four
wheel trucks, supplied with quadruple riding
springs, and IIibbard's equslizng bar springs.
1t is supplied with the Westing house air brake,
and Miller platform. The exterior is Of a straw
color, with posts and corners of carmine. Eight
costings of paint were employed in its prepare
ton. Not only has there been a regard for beau
ty, but for strength and durability as we'll Bos-
ton and New York parties Claim that these are
the best cars in New England. They indeed re-
feet credit upon the workmen in the shop, and
the foreman, Mr.. Chas. Kennson. The car will
probably be put on the route next Monday, be-
tween Portland and Skowhegap.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18
Fashion Gossip.

New umbrellas made of French Levantine
silk. and the English pugs head is as much in
demand as ever.
Pleatings of half yard in length are put in
the trains of dresses, taking the place of long
white skirts.
A large silver bowl is made to resemble an
acorn.
The "Countess of Roseberry" is new combina-
ton af the finest ostrich feathers of the most del
icate standings.
Stockings for wearing with slippers Of solid
colors. richly embroidered up the front.
Ladies are appearing in straw hats and summer
suits, and not waiting for Easter as heretofore.
The most stylish slippers are without bows or
buckles.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18
Shooting ARRAY.

John Lyons, wholesale liquor dealer at corner
Beach and South streets, was fatally shot in the
bowels, in Fl ont of his residence l63 Harrison
avenue, tins evening, by Charles n. Lammap,
twenty-one years of age, residing nj 26 Worcester
street. Lamman has been paying attention to
Lyons daughter, and this evening on returning
from walk with her met BY the father who
objected to their intimacy, and alteration en-
sued, resulting in the shooting. Lammsn was
arrested.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18
ORR.
DENIAL,

PORTSMOUTH, April II. George F. .aisted,
treasurer of the town Of York IN 1876, publishes
a letter denying that be embt zzled any Of the
flu nds belonging TO that town. He saws he paid to
his successor over $500 of unexpended money
for wh ich be has vouchers
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18
PENNSYLV ANA.
Mining Operations.

louisville, April Il. The ity of work
since last February in the western portions of the
Schuylki mining region is causing much distress
among the working people there. Dispatches
from Donaldson and fremont state that a large
meeting OF miners aud laborers was held in the
wood. this afternoon, at which they demanded
bread or work. Another m citing wll be held on
Friday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

In spite of hannels. coughs and colds will max C
9 Judgment in the system. But they not ten
ants at will You can dispossess them with Hale 8
Honey of Horehonnd and Tar, in less time thar
it takes sheriff to execute witt. Sold by all
druggists.
Pixies Toothachc Drops cure in minute.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18
KANSAS.
Military Matters.

IEAvENwoRTH, April L. Custer Post of the
Grand Army invites Posts from other parts of the
country to join in an encampment and reunion the
Eth aud 18Th of May, on the grounds adj AGENT TO
Foit Leavenworth. Sherman Sheridan and 9TH
er general. expected to be there.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18
NEW Or N.
Information Wanted.

NEW YORK, April Il. An agent of Boston
life insurance company is here seeking inorms
ton as to Capt Clark of the scuttled schooner
+. Ii. Pray, Clsrk's father claims S25 900 life
insurance, on he ground that the captain WAS
murder ed Evidence is laid to he forthcoming
that Clark Wa. seen 10 Hoboken after the schoon-
I sank,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

Mrs. Dill is to canvass this city. Hsllowell and
Gardiner. for the Umpire Measuring jar, which
10 said to be a decided addition to the articles
making for the good and happiness Of the house
hold. 1t does away with the old and uncertain
method of weighing. and is destined to suPercede
the Scale altogether in culinary affairs Parties
should have no hesitation in init oducing this
family jar"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18
FOREIGN.


LONDON, April II. A dispatch from Bombay
states that two field artillery batteries and dwi
sion of native infantry with field artillery
der orders for the Mediterranean.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

An event Of signal meanness, in calling re-
formed man from his bed and offering him drink,
recently occurred in this city, but as the parties
committing the mean act are not yet known, we
postpone particulars until another day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18
Weather Indications Tor To-day.

For New England and the Middle States
northeast to southwest winds, warmer, partly
cloudy and threatening weather, followed by fall
ing barometer
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

Charlie, the little son OF c. l.. Burns, fell from
tree on Grove street, yesterday. aud dislocated
his left arm and fractured the inner condyle Of the
humerus The boy is quite comfortable
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

THINK OF 1T, that Cough or Cold neglect
ed, may lead to serious consequences. In the
early stage of Throat and Lung diseases
Madame Porters Cough Balssm is an invaluable
remedy, can be taken by the oldest person OF
youngest child. Is safe, reliable, and agreeable
to the taste. Price % cents, and in large bottles
at SO and Is cent?. mat2Ssw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18
REMEDY FOR HARD TINES.

stop spending so much on fue clothes, rich food
and style. Buy good. healthy food, cheaper and
better clothing; get more real and substantial
things OF lie every way, and especially stop the
foolish habit of running after expensive and quack
doctors or using so much of the vile humbug med
iclne that does you only harm, and makes the pro
pretor rich, bat Put your trust in the greatest OF
all simple, pure remedies, Hop Bt.ers, that cures
always at trifling cost and you will see better
tunes md good health. Try 1t once. Read of II
in another column.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

DR.. Perce's Golden Medical Discovery will cure
cough in one half the time necessary TO cure IL
with any other medicine and it does II, not by
drying 1t up but by removing the cause. subduing
the irritation and healing the affected parts. Sold
by drug. lists. tlt
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18
Marrirn.

In Turner, April II, MIR. Everett F. Bicknell to
Miss Lizzie A. Bennett, both OF Buckfeld.
In Dresden, April 10, Mr. fred II. Rittal to Miss
Martha T. Ham, both of Dresden Mar. II, Mr..
Ethan knightto Miss Lizzie NJ. Hallowell, both
of Plt-ton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

Cure that cough! How 7 With Adamson's Bo
tanc Basam. 1t is wsrrented to cure coughs,
colds, and all lung difficulties. Sample free.
Large bottles 80 cents. Sold at Kinsman 4 Cos
Drug store. jan25tSwlw.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18
CONDENSED IELE(.R MS.

FERNANDISA, Fla, April II. The postal parry
reached here yesterday, and were received by the
mayor and citizens and 90 10 jacksonville to-
day
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

The interest in the meetings at the Christian
church still continue. Meeting this evening at
half-past seven O'Clock. Preaching by Elder
Stackpole
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

The annual meeting Of the Women's Baptist
Missionary Society was held to-day, and was
largely attended by delegations from sill parts OF
the country, including Boston and other New
England cities and towns.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18
MASSACHUSETTS,.


BosroN, April Il. A double dwelling on
Washington street, Lynn, owned by ii. x &. X.
Penear, occupied by Lothrop x French, was par
tally burned to-day. Loss about 1000; partly
insured.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

Annual Meeting.

Mackeiel are drug here. Over 100000 ha'
arrived within three days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

Ladies are putting up their iur, and woolens
with clean crude csmphor, to prevent the rsvage-
of moths 1t can be obtained at Par ridges Drug
Store.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

The ulster Is beginning to appear out Of fash
ion.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

Now shut up those heus. Their everlasting
scratch and burrowing will raise the Old Scratch
with the plants in the flower beds that have be-
gun TO nut forth signs Of life
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

BASE BALL.

At Hartford, Connecticut, yesterday, Yale 6.
Trinity l.
At Utica, Utcas 6, Rochesters t.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

Ladies are beginning TO think of their flower
gardens. and buying Vick's flower seeds al
Partridges Drug Store, Sweet Peas at ) cents
ounce.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

"What are the wild winds saving" about
SLIPPERY ELM LOZENGES for Coughs
For sale by all Druggists.
Csswell & Co., corner Washington and Winter
Sts., Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

Several churches in the city are to make grand
display in decoration upon next Sunday, Easter
Sunday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

Two carriages collided on State street yes
terday forenoon, but no damage was done inr-
Their than the breaking of spoke IN the wheel
of one of the vehicles. 4 narrow escape.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

Two persons were arrested on Tuesday even
ing, for fast driving on kennebec bridge. One OF
them was tight"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

The Berger Family concert will take place on
this evening, at Granite Hall, and will be one Of
the finest entertainments Of the season. We have
several times spoken of this excellent company,
and trust they may have full house.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

Fresh mackerel and sha have arrived and can
be found at Central fish market. and also nice
assortment Of iesh fish.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

The little child Of Mr.. Nichols, so badly burned
on Monday by her clothes taking fire, and alluded
TO in yesterdays Daily, died on Tuesday evening
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

"Sggsrs, towbacko, and 5allohy sawsig, is tho
worst sign Of the TIMES
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18
local ann State Nems.

The log drivers are leaving Skowhegan Tor
D river in great numbers since the heavy rams
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

Att special coDclave of Trinity Commsndery
last evening, the newly elected officers were in
stalled by X L. Past Commander II. W. Black.
At the close Of the services the Sir Knights with
their ladies repaired to their dining ball and par
took of banquet which had been prepared 10 a
manner very scce ptable to all.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

The Kennebec Association for the Protection Of
Fish and Game, will meet this evening at 7.30, at
the Aldermen's room. Matters of much interest
to the members will come before the meeting
The executive committee will meet at 6 80. A full
.dn., l. .irnI
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

up FlVtT tn gItA- HUIIIUtIs sIuOO tIIo ne"'I '
number Of towns and cities IN the state
have their spring openings next week.
The times are hard, but the wages oil SIN have
not been cut down, thinks an exchange.
Those people who admire hsh can have
fresh mackerel once more from our fish dealers.
See the Advertisement Of Proposal" IN anoth
er column.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

Smith & Thompson, the new tailors, have bad
Il very successful opening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18
ptrn.

In Lewist n. April "A. Mr. wen Fellows, aged
81 years, months and II days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18
w WASHINGTON.
Committee DOiuPs.

WASHINGTON, April II. The ways and means
committee reached no conclusion on the income
tax bill and adjourned until to- morrow.
The House committee on q revisions of laws to-
day heard Dr. Fooe of New York. in advocacy of
the repeal of the law which prohibits the trans
mission of obscene literature through the mails.
Comstock was present to defend the Law, but the
committee postponed hearing OF his argument
nut Safu
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18

A boy picked large bunch OF beautiful May
flowers yesterday morning in the rear of the
State House. They are not only very plenty but
handsomer than they have been for some years.
The young people fear that they will ne all gone
before May Day, having bloomed so early.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1878-04-18
No Russian Privateers.

The Russian consul knows of no Russian priva
teers being fitted out in this country. lie says
company WAS formed in Russia to purchase yes
sells here in case OF war, but vessels bought her,
would have been taken to Russian ports to b,
nanued.