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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20
WASIilNGTON.
OF Interest to Ship.Owners.n

WASHINGTON, September Is. A case of
considerable interest to ship-owners has just
been decided by the Treasury department.
An American vessel was seized and sold for
debt in Ontario, Canada, and was purchased
by an American citizen. The statutes pro-
vide that when vessel is seized. captured or
condemned by foreign power, she shall no
longer have an American register. The
question then came up. whether this vessel,
having been seized and sold by foreign
power. could be considt red an American YES
sci and have an American register. After
giving the case close consideration, the Sec
retary of the treasury decides that the
statute does not apply to vessels sold for
debt, but only to vessels seized or captured
in time of war. This vessel can therefore
obtain an American register.
Romance in Official ife.
Society circles are now pleasantly exer-
cised over a romance in the Treasury depart
ment, which has just terminated in the
announcement Of the engagement of Hon. j.
H. Ella the 9TH Auditor of the Treasury,
formerly Representative in Congress from
New Hampshire, to Miss Mary Henderson, a
clerk IN the same office, and also from New
Hampshire Miss Henderson is lady of
much culture and ability, and great favor
lite in the office. Mr.. Ella is wdower. The
Weuulug " Ill pidtt btAt view
Hampshire. whittier Miss Henderson has
gone to prepare for the joyful event.
Virginia Politics.
The two democratic committees have adj
journed sine die without being able to come
to any agreement Both the Hancock electoral
tickets will be kept in the field. The breach
has widened, and the prospect for Garfield
carrying the State is brighter than ever.
Sad Case of Drunkenness.
A son of President Tyler, who was appoint
ed to a federal office by President Hayes,
notwithstanding his democratic proclivities,
has been an inmate of the station-house for
two nights this week. the result of pro-
longed debauch. his habits having become
such shat his friends no longer afford him
protection.
Gen. Weaver, greenback candidate, arrived
this morning, and leaves tonight for West
Virginia. to make several speeches next
week. after which he will proceed to Indiana,
making speeches before the October elections.
An Ex.Confederate Returns a Sword.
General Walker, superintendent of the
census. has replied to a letter of the EXON
federate General Anderson. who returned to
Gen. Walker his sword captured from him
during the war at Ream's Station. Gen.
Walker cordially thanked Gen. Anderson for
his generosity and thoughtfulness. and said
be would prize the weapon all the more be-
cause of its history since the war.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20
Agricultural Fairs.

r mrs.
Maine State Fair. Lewiston, Sept 81 to
"a.
Androscoggin County Fair, Lewiston, Oct.
l6 to 20.
Sagadahoc Fair, Topsham, Oct II to IA.
Penobscot Fair, Hampden, Sept. % to "a
East Somerset, Hartland, Sept. II to 10
York County, Biddeford, Sept. % to %.
Scarboro' and Cape Elizabeth, ScarbOro'
Sept. 2S to %.
State of Maine Live Stock Association.
Bath, Sept. Is to L.
Oxford County, Tuesday, Wednesday and
Thursday, Sept. 2S, 30 and 80.
Cumberland County, Portland, Sept. -,
l6 and II.
Buxton and Hollis Fair, at the Berry
Stand Buxton. Oct. and I.
Cumberland Fair, at Presumpscot Park
and Portland City Hall, Sept. l6 and Il.
Cumberland Farmers Club, Sept % and
20.
East Piscataquis, at Milo, Sept. 90 and 30
Franklin County, at Franklin Park, Farm
ington, Oct. ), 6 and Z.
Gorham and Standish Farmers Club, at
Standish Village, Oct. II.
Kenhebec Fair, at Readfield, Oct. ) AMI :.
Knox at Rockland, Oct. II to II.
Lincoln, at Damariscott Driving Park,
Sept. % and 20.
North Kennebec, at Waterville, Oct. and
North Waldo, at Unity Trotting Park, Oct.
6 and :.
Penobscot Central. at East Corinth, Oct. ).
Somerset, at Skowkegan, Oct. ) to :.
Waldo, at Park and Havford Hall, Belfast,
Oct ) and G.
West Somerset, at Nxth Arson, Sept. 30
and 80
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20

The case of c. NJ. Steadman, which at
tracted great interest about a year ago this
time, has been finally settled. 1t will be re-
membered that Steadman was preaching in
the Baptist church in Dover, where he mar
ried young lady of high standing in the
community, while at the same time he had a
wife and family in the Provinces The law
court has overruled the exceptions filed in
the case, and Steadman will soon receive his
sentence from Judge Peters. He has been
confined in the county Jail.
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Cap'n Black has a Caucus

We learn that Cap'n Black had fusion
caucus at his office, Saturday evening, to
choose fusion delegates to the greenback
convention to be held at Portland, tomorrow
There were a few straight greenbackers present
who objected to Cap'n Blacks programme, but
the Cap'n was not disposed to listen to OBJ
jections, and went forward and chose a
delegation. The probability is if Cap'n
Blacks guerillas go to Portland they will
find the door of the convention shut in their
faces
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20

Rexenne Gutter Heard From.

SAN FRANCISCO, Cal, September 10.
Capt. Nelson of trading schooner Western
Home, which arrived yesterday, seventeen
days from Alaska, reports that the Arctic
revenue cutter Thomas Corwin is lying at
one OF the small ports unable to proceed on
her voyage owing to immense foes of ice
which bar her way. Capt. Nelson further
says the ice this year has offered more diff
culties to vovagers of the northern seas than
has been known for years. 1t has come down
earlier than usual and packed thicker.
There is hope, however, of the Corwin being
able to proceed on her search for the jean
nette and missing whalers as soon as break
in the ice occurs.
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AT The LAKES.


non. +. .. Vickery and wife left Auons,,
ednesday. for the Rangeley Lakes A,
rniiiips they fell in with Hon William p
rye and wife, and Gen. F. d. Sewall and
"he OF Bath, who were en- route for the lin.
pia waters of Franklin county, where they
"ope 10 md rest and healing after the fierce
connict of weeks past. Mr.. Frye has a camn
al the Lakes; he takes his friends along and
win trustworthy Guide to do the ..heftr O,
'he work, shows them some rare good shoot.
ing and fishing.
Mr.. Frye says that he does not quess. bp,
KNOWS that it was the money received by the
iusionists from out the State which cut Davis
majority down from 5000. After a short res,
congressman Frye intends to roll up his
sleeves and take hand in the November
struggle. Gen. Sewall also corrobora.es the
assertion of wholesale bribery. and saws the
opposition spent money like water in Bath on
election day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20

in the human system is the Liver. 1t not on
" secretes but regulates its distribution.
When it becomes dormant the entire body
suffers. the stomach grows dyspeptic, the
bowels are obstructed, the blood becomes
contaminated and the nervous system de-
RANGED. DR.. GRosvENoR's LIvER-AID COM
pletelv rectifies every irregularity of this
great secrcting organ. Piles, sick headache,
skin disease, constipation. acidity OF the
stomach, are speedily eradicated by it. lr
Is SAFE. PROMPT AND THOROUGH.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20
Collision by Moonlight.

About 80 Saturday evening. there was a
collision on State street, differing somewha,
IN character from the Narragansett and
Stoningtoh-as they collided in thick fog.
while in this case two teams smashed to-
gether on broad thoroughfare with bright
moon making it nearly as light as day. Each
carriage contained man and woman All
were thrown out, yet none were much in
Jured Both carriages were badly smashed
and had to be left in the street and others
one is not to be blamed in this case, we
shall always prefer to ''meet by moonlight
alone
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20

Quite large gathering attended the auc-
ton sale of carriages and harnesses in Mar
ket Square on Saturday last, yet sales were
slow and prices ruled low. The carriages
we're built in Merrimac, Mass. Mr.. Chase,
the agent, informs us that he has just dis
posed of 80 carriages and several harnesses
in Gardiner. John ID. Robbins was the auc-
tioneer Saturday, and it " ould seem that John,
after listening to the gentle voice Of the
veteran Jones, on the block for the past 80
years, had commenced just where Jones left
off
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20

FoR THE LADIES. Miss Annie Louise
Cary is having some new gowns made in
Paris, which the ladies will want to know
about. Among them is princess wrapper
Of light blue cashmere, finished around the
lower edge in points trimmed with silver
braid. Below the points is knife plating
covered with Valenciennes, and above them
aquilling of the same lace. A purple morn
ing dress, made with skirt and half-ftting
sack. is also trimmed with silver braid, and
nquite as pretty as the wrapper. A brown
walking suit, short dinner dress OF two
shades of blue, are among the other gowns
which the singer is to have for herself, and
not for the dear public, for which her finest
garments are designed. Checked blue or
red and white are in favor for hosiery. Wool
material is to the front this autumn 1t Is
the fashionable fabric for every thing except
full dress, and it is admissible even then, If
be fine Indian cashmere, and made after
The strict aesthetic rules. Silk is used only
Tor trimming
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20
Greenbaek Caucus.

Augusta, held Saturday evening at the Wea-
yer Greenback club room, the following
straight greenbackers were chosen as dele
gates to the State convention at Portland,
Sept. DIST; J. J. Maher, J. I. Woodbury.,
J. NJ. Murch, Harvey n. Leighton, J. II.
Fletcher, Orrin p. Smart, e. S. Downing
F. W. Ellis, NJ. f. Hallowell, L. F. Arnold,
George w. Sylvester. A. +. Ward, Charles
Crowell, Charles Smith, F. b. Tobey, Daniel
Young, F. A. Dillingham;, Robert Cony, d.
w. Sullivan, VIM. f. Lowell, Benjamin
Young. The delegates were authorized TO
fill all vacancies
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20

The Maine Central Christian Conference
churches belonging to the conference were
represented Ministers in attendance Rev.
Mr.. Weeks of Augusta; Rev. Mr.. Hancock
of Skowhegan; Rev. Mr. Smith of Albion;
conference was not for business, but for
religious services entirely. Much interest
was manifested throughout, and Mr.. Weeks
saws that much good has been accomplished.
Mr. Weeks returned home on the late train
Saturday night.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20
PATENTS.
r. Ell. EDDY.

No. 20 state ST., opposite Hilby, Boston,
Secures Patents in the United States; also in Grea
Britain, France and other foreign countries Copie
of the claims Of any Patent furnished by RENTING
one dollar. Assignments recorded at Washington.
No Hgency IN the United ofesposssssess superior ia,
cHfies for obtaining Patents or sscerfdining the
Datenfdbiiify IF fnrenfions.
X. II. EDDY, Solicitor of Patents.
TESTIMONIALS.
81 regard Mr.. Eddy a. one Of the most capable and
successful practitioners with whom have had OH.
cial intercourse.
CHAs MASON, Commissioner of Patents.
"Inventors cannot employ person more trustwor
thy or capable of securing for them an early
and favorable consideration at the Patent Office.
EDMUND BURKE, late Commissioner Of Patents.'
BosToN, October 10, 1870.
II. u. EDDY, Eso,-Dear Sir: you procured for
me, In 1910, my first patent. Since then you have &C
ted for and advised me in hundreds Of cases. and
procured many patents, reissues and extensions. I
have occasionally employed the best agencies In New
York. Philadelphia and Washington. but still give
you almost the whole of my business. In your lines
and advise others TO employ you
Yours truly, GEORGE DRAPER.
Boston. January ]. 1850. 1v54
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20

Quite number OF Augusta people, who
postponed their vacation until the frosts be-
gin to redden the leaves, are out of town.
Of course they will take down the old Queens
arm, which their grandfather carried at
Lexington or Bunker Hill, and go out par
fridge shooting. This is harmless amuse-
mentor the partridge; but we expect soon
to have choice list of casualties, such as
fingers blown off and eyes put out, to record.
A friend writes us from Phillips that he is
delighted with that section of the State. The
narrow-gauge road from Pennington to Phil
lips is doing good business, and runs
through Is miles Of delightful scenery. 1t
has been very dry in Franklin county-much
drier than in old Kennebec, but the recent
rains have painted the landscape as green as
emerald.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20

The apron festival at the Good Templars'
hall was a complete success. A large num-
Der were present and all allow that they had
a good time. About ST. was netted.
j. 5. Lambard sold the Brunswick church
at auction Saturday afternoon. 1t was
knocked down to Mr.. A. X. Bufium for $780,
Mr. Frank Prentice has taken the job of
kalsomining the ceiling of the Catholic
church, and has already commenced work.
1t is to be painted in fresco colors, and prom
ises to be as fine job as was ever executed
in that line in this city.
John WEIGH was recently arragned before
his Honor Judge Palmer of the Police Court
on two cases of selling intoxicating drinks,
and was convicted.
4 diving bell was employed Saturday in
repairing the bottom of the steamer Star of
the East.
The High School bows have revived foot
ball games and at recesses the common pre-
sents lively appearance.
The schools on Lincoln street will be FIN
ished so as to commence Monday {to-dav).
The NJ. C. r. II. Co. will erect large bill
board near the passenger depot, to post an
nouncements of their excursions on.
In East or West, or North or South,
They to themselves an outrage do,
Who cannot boast fresh sweet mouth,
With teeth like pearls begemmed with dew
When SOZODONT all this supplies,
And works the charm before our eyes.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20

On Friday last, Mr.. John b. Norton let
team to one Henry Clark of Chelsea, to go to
Windsor. When returning from there, about
o'clock A. NJ. Saturday, when near Howe's
mill, on the Belfast road, the horse staggered
and soon laid down and expired, whether
from overdriving or some other canse we are
unable to say. The horse was valued by
Mr.. Norton at Sll5.~ So somebody meets
with quite a severe loss. The horse remained
in the road nearly all day Saturday. when
complaints were made to City Marshal White.
He ordered the parties to have the animal
buried immediately, and it was done.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20

At the regatta Of the Union Rowing Asso-
cation to come off at Maranacook Septem-
Der 10Th, the following have entered;
Double scull race-Grandeau and mate,
Toronto; Paisred and Lee; Ross and Davis !;
hosmer and mate; Falkner and mate !;
Riley and mate; Ten Eyck and mate. =,
Professional four-oar = West End ana
raikner crews of Boston; Everett OF East
Boston; Enterprise No. ]. Salem; Column
Ola, East Boston; Union crew. Composed OF
rialsted, Geo. Lee, Wallace Ross, NJ. =
Davis and Lakeman No. of Boston.
Sculler's race-Ross. Hosmer, Riley, tran
aeau, Weisbcrger, Plaisted, Lee, Ten Eyck'
Nagie, Lynch and others.
There will be a canoe race, running race
ccsiking match and dancing with concert ny
Chandler.
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MASSACHUSETTS,.
Suit for Libel.

FALL RIVER, September Is. Hugh Nc
Farlane, lawyer. democratic speaker. and
candidate for the legislature, has sued George
Gunton, labor candidate for representative
aud editor of the Labor Standard. for libel,
placing damages at $4,000. The articles on
which the libel is based were published in
the Standard TODAY.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20
FIRES.


DENVER, Col, September 10. Fire al
East Los Vegas, yesterday, destroyed a
whole block, including nearly half the bust
ness portion Of the town. Five hundred
people are homeless. Loss estimated at
$780, ZOO. Nearly all insured.
LArER-The loss will probably not exceed
100000, as the buildings destroyed were
small and cheap. The number of people
rendered homeless viii not exceed 200.
Grain Elevator Destroyed.
nashville, Tenn, September 10. A. F.
{ E. f. Noel's grain and -four warehouse
was DESTROYED by fire to-day, with 10000
barrels of flour. 5000 bushels and two car
loads of wheat, two mules and four troiting
horses. Loss $50, 900; insurance Sl5,So0.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20
Marrieo.

In Portland, 18th inst, by Rev; Dr: snaer' neu
F. Nelson and Miss Josephine NJ. Seaverns, both
In bath, 18th inst, Daniel Nickerson and MISS
In lewiston. 18th inst, william Parkin and MISS
Bertha Coombs, both OF Lisbon.
In Saco 18th inst Fred B. Ross and MISS Luhe D.
Higgins, both of Saco
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20
Threatened strike.

LONDON, Eng. September Is. Burnlc,
employers generally believe that if there is
strike of cotton operatives it will be brief
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20
NEW HAMPSIIIRE.
EmbeZZlement.

PORTSMOUTH, September is. William
Mclean, employed by James w. Goodwin.
proprietor of the Kearsarge House in this
city, in the latter's business at South Ber-
wick, is an embezzler of several hundred
dollars. After securing large sum by col
lecting bills belonging to Goodwin, and then
stealing a valuable watch, Mclean left for
parts unknown.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20
SOUTH AMERICA.
National Troops Eject the Deputies.

BrESos AIRES, September "a. On the
2lst the National troops entered the provincial
chambers, elected the deputies at the point of
the bayonet. posted double sentinel at the
doors and closed the legislature BY order of
the National government Great crowds
gathered, but there was no disturbance. The
senate and deputies adjourned
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20

Mr.. Milton NJ. Stone formerly of Augusta,
and now living in Central Falls, r. l., is the
happy father of boy. The smart little fell
low, now two months old, has been named
flames Blaine Stone"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20

The coal business is now looking up, and
dealers i'll New York and elsewhere are re-
ceiving large orders. Those who held off
buying during June, July and August are
paying for their hesitation, in the advance in
freights and prices, there being difference
of from a dollar to dollar and half a ton,
between now and then.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20

Mr.. John B. Dyer of this city, after max
ing extensive Improvements on his house at
Ocean Point and spending the greater part
of the cheated term" there, has decided to
make still further improvements at an early
day, by converting his house into double
tenement. Mr.. Dyer has one of the most de-
srabe locations on the Point
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20

Lucy Pooler, the little French girl that fell
down the elevator at the Sprague mill, Fri
aay. still lies in a critical condition. Yet the
physicians think there is an even chance for
her to recover.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20

Yesterday morning DIR. Bells horse at
tempted to break the Sabbath by running
away, but was captured, however, before any
damage was done.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20
LABOR TROUBLES.
The Manchester Strike.

MANCHESTER. Eng, September is. Pub
lie opinion generally condemns the strike of
operatives. Resolutions were adopted by the
central committee ofthe Masters Association,
yesterday, refusing the offer Of wages.
Threatened Strike.
LONDON. Eng. September Is. Burnley
employers generally believe that if there is a
strike of cotton operatives it will be brief.
Outbreak in the Ohio Coal Regions.
CINCINNATI. o.. September 10. No dem
onstration was made by the miners at Corn
ing, to-day, but in the afternoon both the
commanding officer of the troops and the
sheriff asked for more troops. Two addition
al companies were ordered from Columbus
forthwith. The operator at Corning station,
a mile and half from the mines, says a
wagon loaded with muskets from the Shawnee
mines passed that place this afternoon.
CoLuMBus, o., September 10. A telegram
received by the adjutant general at 7.20 p.
NJ. says During an exchange shot this even
ing between the militia and miners three
miners more known TO have been wounded.
None of the militia were injured.
LATER-A special to the State Journal
SAYS This evening the miners charged on
number of sides, and the troops opened
fire on them, when an inglorious retreat was
made. There were ten wounded, nine Of
them seriously, while in retreat. Shouting
and shooting is going on promiscuously.
A private telegram states that when the
miners assembled at Corning mines to-day
they were ordered to halt by the militia, and
that they responded by firing upon the troops.
The troops then returned the fire, wounding
several men and scattering the assaulting
party.
At IL o'clock despatch was received by
Assistant Adjutant General Smith stating no
further trouble was anticipated tonight
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20

EJ-Epidemic Coughs, Colds and Infiuen-
"a seem to be prevailing at this time in Au-
gusta. but no serious trouble results aud re-
covery is rapid wherever the L. S. GoLD
CoUGH CURE is used This remedy stands
head and shoulders above any other cough
medicine put up.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20

ryJ. E. Derine has Just receiced nice
fresh stock of all kinds of Spices. Alse
large stock Of Dye stufs dc, at has Neg
Drug Store.
lm+eodSwseplJ
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CANCEL of Night is what DIR. Bulls Cough
Svrup has been termed by parents, whose
worrying and coughing children have been
soothed and cured, and have secured sweet
slumber by using this excellent remedy
Price ONLY 25 cents n bottle.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20

HALIFAX, September Is. Steamer VIM.
Starr, from eastern ports, in the storm OF
Wednesday lost her main boom and rigging.
While endeavoring to run into Sheets Har-
Dor she struck and is leaking badly.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20

There are now eighty-three telephones in
use in Bangor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20

The tug City of Lynn towed up two vessels
Yesterday, both coal laden-the Ira D. Sturgis
for F. Swain & Co., and NJ. B. Rogers for
John DuLon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1880-09-20
WEATHER REPORT.

Indications for the Next ~ HOu1ss
War Dept, Office Chief Signal Officer.
Washington, ID. c., September 2o.-la. IN. !
For the New England and Middle States.
partly cloudy weather and light rains, falling
barometer. southerly to westerly winds and
a slight fail in the temperature.
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CONNECTICUT.
Death of Hon. l.. =. Foster.

Death Of Hon. l.. =. Foster.
NORWICH, September 49, Hon. Lafayette
S. Foster, United States Senator, eX-judge
of State Supreme Court, and otherwise
prominent in State matters, died to-day,
after a brief illness, aged "a.