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The Phoenix herald., 1880-10-01
E,,oe.x Weather R.aort

The following is the rainfall 10 September 1st, 1880; January 1-16, February 33, March .25. April -15. May O, June 70, July 1.1S, August .72. total 434. Total rainfall during 1879, 6 @ The mean temperature 10 September 1st, 1SS0, is as foilaws January 51 ,. February sol, March 513. April G5.G, May G0.7. June SS.5, July S7.0, August 80. The prevail ing wind was southwest; mean ba- rometcr, 30.50; highest temperature, III, June f7th; lowest temperature, 9, Jan 30.h, Feb. 5ih and 65h-
The Phoenix herald., 1880-10-01
NEW SERIES-No. 76.
MISCELLANEOUS
BANK EXCHANGE HOTEL,

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 Plaza. PAcensx.
The Phoenix herald., 1880-10-01
To Ecnf-

Two thousand acres of land, with water rights, sufficient for irrigation. The above land will be rented on very reasonable terms iu such quan- lities as parties may desire.
 H sI. 1. HANCOCK.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09
Islection. of Omners,

At the annual meeting Of the Navy Mutual
Aid Association the following officers were
chosen for the year President, Il. ID. Hitch.
cock first yice-president, Il. l.. Harris second
vice president, j. ID. Keller secretary and
treasurer, r. Dix Bodies; resident directors
Commander Harrison, DR.. Hudson, Com
mamder Schley Paymaster CssweIl, Master
Nelson, y. L. Lieutenant Buford, Commander
Lull, +, A., Lieutenant Thaclera, IA, Com.
msnder Green, f. NJ, Paymaster Smith, j. A.,
Paymastor Williams w. w., Major HAYWOOD
Master Thomas, c., Lieutenant Judd, Lieu.
tenant BoIes, Engineer Webster, DR.. Ames.
Master Graham, and DR.. Wellcs, G. j. S.; non.
resident directors, Lieutenant J. II. Moore.
United States steamer Constitution, Aspin.
wall; Paymaster II, 4. b. Harris, United
States steamer Swatara, AsiatiC station; Lieu.
tenant w, f. Low, New York. Commander
SchOonmaker South Atlantic station, z. A.
Engineer Robinson, Naval Academy; r. A.
Surgeon RiKoy, United States steamer Talla.
poosa; j. A. Puymaster Smith, Philadelphia;
Chief Engineer Green, Philadelphia; Captain
Gherardi, New York yard; Lieutenant
NiCkcls Boston yard; Commander Cooke, San
Francisco yard; finance Ommlttee--Messrs. r.
H. Harris, W, w, Williams aud L. NJ. Green
pension committoe-Messrs, G. j. S. Welles, H.
J.. Harris N aud NJ. b. Bulord. The by.lawI
were amended aud adopted.
At the regular meeting Of the Knights of ST.
Peter the following officers were elected for the
ensuing year: Commander j, T, Jennings
fist deputy, j. Il, Clements; second deputy
j. +, Gates, third deputy, Il. -. Gates record,
ing scribe l., ii, Lanmau; financial scribe
A. Cleeyes; almoner, j. b. Fitzhugh; herald
A. Langley; warden, f. Graham; sergeant.at
armG, d, Barrottj standard bearers, Dl Flynn
and D. Long,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09
COLORED MASONS.
Important Convention to be Held I'm wash
ington Next Nav,


There has been since 1Si7, at which time tho
National Compact was formed, difference Of
opinion existing among the colored Masons of
the United States greatly affecting the good of
the craft, growing ont of the formation of tho
National Grand Lodge. The differences DO.
came so widespread that at one time nearly
every State in tho Union claimed the exist
once Of two separate grand lodgcs-one work.
ing under the jurisdiction Of the National
Compact, the other refusing as un. Masonic to
acknowledge any higher power than State
grand lodge. The National Compact, for a
series Of years, was all.powerlul but gradually
State after State followed Ohio In severing
their connection with 1t, until IL was deemed
advisable by its friends, in convention called
for tho express purpose of settling whatever
differences may exist among the craft, aud TO
form, If possible, union satisfactory to all, T"
at Wilmington Del. May g. 1873, TO promul.
gate call for convention, for the purpose of
creating grand lodge (colored) union of the
United States Of North America, for tho pur-
pose Of settling any disputes that may occur
between grand lodges, but not in any manner
or form to interfere with the internal manage
mcnt of q grand lodge,
The union is to be composed of the Grand
Master aud one Past Master Mason, to he
elected by each grand lodge, the representa-.
tives Of seven grand lodges to constitute a
quorum; no office to be created in said grand
lodge except the presiding officer and sccro-
tarics; each grand lodge to bear the expenses
of her delegate and the proportionate part OF
the expenses of the meeting.
aThe first meeting Of the Grand Lodge Union
will DO held in this city on the second We'd.
ncsday Of May, 1880, aud Oh the same day four
years thereafter.
The convention promises to he tho most in.
flucntial aud important ever held by Colorcd
men In this country, aud its results will have
a strong bearing on the future success OF col.
Ored Masonry.
The Grand Lodge of the District Of Colum.
bia, fully apDrcciating the selection of WASH
ington rs tho place Of meeting, have already
proper committees appointed looking to the
comfort aud success of the convention.
Tho knights Templar aud the craft gem
orally will give q fitting Masonic reception,
and the former are preparing TO show their
visitors their proficiency in the drill manual.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09

Rev, DR., Newman at Metropolitan church
January 10,
The only Turkish (hot air. Bath IN the
city, 800 street, near Judiciary Square. DIR.
II, l.. Bovee.
Not the only hot air, but the largest and
finest Turkish bath rooms south Of New York
city at SOB i street northwest.
-. Guggenheimer will buy second.hand
clothes &C., at 237 Seventh street southwe
Orders by mail promptly attended to-,
Major G.. o. Burke aud w. l.. Ives will
address " temperance meeting in Washington
Hall, on Capitol Hill, next Sunday evening.
AT the third regular monthly meeting Of
the Equitable Cooperative Building Associa.
ton, $4,000 was advanced at an average
premium Of ninety-nine per cent.
Lincoln Washington, the cOlored boy who
escaped from the Reform School several days
ago, was arrested by Officers AlcGluo aud
LandeTs, of tic Fourth precinct, on Wednes.
day, and was returned to his old quarters
yesterday afternoon.
The wedding of Lieutenant ]. G. Bush, U.
8. A., and Miss EleanOre A, Stanton, daughter
of the late Secretary Of War, was celebrated
last night in the most becoming style, at
Epiphany church. There was an overlooking
attendance to see the knot tied,
Last night tho Grand Lodge of Indepeud.
ent Ordor OF Mechanics installed the follow.
ing officers in Capitol Lodge No. II /. o. NJ.
Samuel Lloyd, w, NJ; j. j. Murray, j. NJ;
J. W. Thompson, treasurer; j. Il. Wood, chap,
lain; A. l., smith, r. ST. Dorsey Beck, f. S.;
Il. Il. Boucher conductor
The Unity Club will meet this evening at
tho residence Of Crypt Palmoni, No. 3O5 A
street northeast. fhe essay of the evening
will DO "Dwellcrs of tho Rio Grando," by the
Hon. William A, Phillips, to be followed with
some choice instrumental and vocal selections
as well US readings aud Rotations,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09
Tho Irish Sufferers.

A meeting of the general committee of Irish
citizens to perfect arrangements for public
mass.meeting was held last night at Carroll
Hall. General James II. O'Beirne presided,
with Major Richard Oulhahan as secretary.
DIR. Antisell of the committee on speakers
and resolutions, reported that they had selected
the names of fourteen gOutomen-Senators
Representatives aud civilians-to address the
meeting. The committee also considered the
resolution referred TO them by the general
committee, and after due doliberaton adopted
Il set of resolutions and that circular would
be sent TO all members of Congress, inviting
them to he present.
The resolution adopted at thol last meeting au-
thorizing the committee OH hall to secure Lin
coin Hall at as early day as possible was re-
considered, and the matter was loft discretion
Any with the committee, who were requested
TO report TO the committees on printing and
speeches and resolutions to-day. Messrs. j. A.
McDevitt, A. Small, j. Fullerton, d. A. Bros
nan, James Lackey, - Power and Dennis
Connell wero appointed u committee on
finance.
On motion of Mr.. McDevitt, a committee OF
three was appointed to wait upon the Secretary
of the Navy and try to secure the Marine Band
for the occasion, as follows Mr.. McDcvitt
Colonel Burke and General ]. L. O'Berne
Messrs Bushnell, John A. Bingham and Col.
onel Quinn were added to tho committee.
The meeting was then Adjourned until Mon.
day night at 1880 o'clock.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09
After Government Contractors.

The District Attorney yesterday for the
United States entered suit against John ]
Danahcr and Edward Kelley as. principals,
and their bond, Patrick Danaher and Della
Hyncs, to recover $4,000, with interest. The
two frst'named defendants, on the Cd of Au.
gust last, entered into contract with Colonel
S. t. Albert, United States Engineer, for con-
structing dixie and wing dams in the Rappa.
hammock river Va. But they failed to fur.
nish tho necessary material, labor, machinery
and appliances to construct a dixie at Fred
ericksburg bar, in the Rappahannock river,
designated as Dixie No. 81, and such wing
dams at Spottswood bar, IN the same river, as
might be required at the special localities, in
accord with the instructions of the engineer,
and failed to commence the work on August
2, 1870 and complete the same by December
81, 1879, and refused to do 30. Hence the suit.
CoMPouND FLUID EXTRACT OF PIPslsSIwA cures
kidney and bladder, gravel. female weakness, &c.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09
FoR Carpets 90 to Julius Lansburgh's.


Justice James, holding tho Equity court,
yesterday granted the frst divorce decreed by
him since he came upon the Supreme bench of
this District. 1t was in tho case of Joseph O..
Manson from his wife, Florence Manson. The
parties to this suit were married ut Savannah,
Ga, on July II, 1872, by Rev. j. S. X. Arson,
pastor Of the Independent Presby teran church
of that place, the wife's maiden name be-
ing Florence Webb, and her residence at Knox.
vile, Tenn. The parties came to this Dis
trict to reside in March 1875. She remained
here living with him, until March, 1876 when
she visited Knoxville aud remained until
September, 1876. Ten months later she re.
turned to Tennessee and stayed IA while, and
in February, 1871 went again, returning
June !, 1877. On the Both of that month she
made her fourth visit to Knoxville, and never
came back. He was also given custody Of
their child.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09
EoR velvet Rug, go to julius Lonsburgh's.


The clerk Of tho court has made out com.
mtments to the Albany penitcntary for the
following prisoners and transmitted the Same
to Warden Croker, of the Jail viz: Theodore
Handy, petit larceny, second offense two years
and eight months. George Holmes alias George
Brown, burglary and larceny; six years aud
four months. William Robinson, petit larceny,
second ofieuse; two years and four months
Jennie Commodore, petit larceny, second of.
Tense; Two years aud three months. Ellen
Holmes, alias Ella Holmes, petit larceny, sec.
ond otfense; two years and four months
Michael Cayunaugh, petit larceny, second of.
Tense; one year and three months. William
Thompson, petit larceny, second oiense; two
years aud four months.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09
For Turkish Rugs go to julius Lau,Jursh's


Tho thirteenth annual meeting of the Col
ored Young Mems Christian Association W
held at the rooms of the association, Odl-Fel-
lows Hall, Thirteenth, between G aud d
str,ots, on Wednesday evening, at which limo,
under the new constitution, which went into
effect at that time, the following officers were
elected President, James J.. Thomas vice.
presidents, George w. Alexander and james
c. Beckett; recording secretary Joseph w.
Tucker; librarian, Joseph a. Smallwood
treasurer William +. Thomas; bouTd of direct
ors, together with the above.named officers,
Austin Gray, John f. Colbert William II.
Thomas, Richard Morse, Isaac Norman, David
Warner, Henry w. Freeman, Abort Harris,
George Harris, John A. Smith, William r.
Peel and Hainilcar Hurley. Tho retiring oili-
GERS are the following: President, William T.
Peel vice-presdeuts, John A. Mcpherson and
Frank K. Freeman corresponding secretary,
William l.. Freeman recording secretary,
Il. L. Thomas; librarian, Salisbury Brooks.
The anniversary of the association will be
held Sunday next at 2:30 p. m, at the Asbury
NJ. L. church, at which time tho annual report
will be read.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09
THE BArrLE OF NEW ORLEANS.
Jackson Democrats Celebrate Memorable
Anuiyersary.


Anniversary.
The Jackson Democratic Association last
night celebrated the sixty fifth anniversary of
the battle Of New Orleans, and the ffty-first
anniversary of their organization, ut Odd-Fel-
lows Hall. The stage and hall were tastcfully
decorated with fags. In the rear of the speak.
ers table was the banner of the association,
suspended from which was largo portrait of
Andrew Jackson DonCh's Band was stationed
upon tho balcony, and, prior to the meeting
being called to order, discoursed several airs.
At the hour set for the meeting the hall was
not half filed, but the band kept playing on
tho balcony, which had the effect of bringing
In quite number of recruits from the street.
The meeting WIS called to order by the
president, Mr. John +. Norris who announced
the following secretaries Benjamin f. Lloyd,
w, Pierce Bell s. z. Moses, Stilson Hutchins,
/. N. Burritt and George &. Wedderburn.
Mr.. Norris then addressed tho meeting, re-
calling Jackson's victory at New Orleans,
giving history Of the Jackson Democratic
Association, saying that although it had been
considered dead, it only slept Ito then gave
\ history of the life of Jackson aud his war on
the United States banks. He then took up
Jackson's inaugural In 1929, and dilated upon
the sentiments therein uttered.
Upon the conclusion of MIR. Norris remarks
the band played " Hail Columbia, j" after which
MIR. William Pierce Bell, secretary of the jack
ooh btulOCIdllC hSSOClhllOn, IeNu u bcIlcb VI
resolutions, returning thanks to God for pre-
serving our liberties through the ordeals
which we have passed, giving praise TO valor
Of the heroic troops who fought with Jackson
at New Orleans, and to Jacksons opposition
to tho oxactions of the mOneyed power reit-
Grating the necessity OF the right of local self
government, as enjoinod by Jackson reatiirm-
ing the devotion to the Constitution and the
Fl deral Union, and declaring that the Gov
crnmcnt should issue all the currency for the
people, and that tho present oppressive tariff
should be Immediately revised and reduced
and tho free list increased. The resolutions
were adopted.
Dir, Norris then introduced Senator Sauls-
bury, Of Delaware, who spoke for some time,
paying glowing tribute to Andrew Jackson,
eulogizing the Democratic party, aud review
ing the political situation from u Democratic
standpoint.
Major Mcdowell Darlington, the next
speaker, addressed the meeting ut length, Civ
ing history of Jackson's parentage and life.
Mr.. A. ii. Jackson, of Tennessee, next ad-
dressed tho meeting, referring in humorous
terms to tho president, Mr.. Norris, which
elected considerable laughter.
Speak or Randall Hon. s. s. Cox and Senator
Ransom had signifed their intention of being
present, but these gentlemen failing to put in
an appearance, Mr.. Norris adjourned tho meet
ing, aud the audience repaired to their homes.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09
HOLIDAY saio Of Rugs at Julius Lansburgh's.


The voting at st. Aloyslus' fair stood last
evening as follows;
God-headed Cameo. Cornell, 14l; w. j.
Crockett, 70; A. b. Coppes, A; D. McGivorn,
II; Thomas Stewart, /.
Second Cane l., Koerth, l7G Captain
Duffy, III James w. White, 1872; Simon Fen
nell, 80.
Watch aud Book for Sanctuary Boy-E.
Malone, 4O5 J, Iollohan, 400; r. Sweeney,
SOP; j. llealy, 1872; j, Dyrnes, 1873 II. Parcel,
ll2 +, Ready, 100.
Drcssug.case for Young Gontlemen--W. II.
Morris, 49, A, NJ. Balm, A; w. J.. Soleau, A
A, b. Cornell, q; j, L. Balm, 4.
The FWchon Club will visit the fair in a
body this evening.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09
The congregational Church Sunday schoo

At the annual meeting Of tho First Congre.
gational sunday school last night the follow.
ing officers were elected for the ensuing year
For superintendent, Luther L. Sleigh; for as.
sistaut superintendent, Colonel w. Flint; for
secretary, Shelton H. Cameron for librarian,
Robert NJ, Barr aud for treasurer, II. N.
Furoy.
The following resolutions were unanimously
adopted;
Resolved, That the thanks Of the teachers are
due, and are hereby rendered. to Brother John b.
Dunckloe for tho efficient manner In which he has
performed the duties Of the office of superln.
tendent and for the kindness and holpfulnesa
which have characterized his intercourse with US
and
Resolved, That we accept his deGlnation to con.
tinue longer in the office With deep regret.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09
Marriage Licenses.

The clerk of tho court has issued the follow.
ing marriage licenses: Peter G. Curtis aud
Martha A. Bailey; james O. Bush, Of New
Haven, Conn, and Eleauoro A. Stanton, of
this city; J. +, Skidmoro aud Katie Mailer;
William W. Linkins aud Lillian j. Eldridgo;
James A. Paxton aud Ida A. Chappel; VIM,
town, d. c. Norman Berry and Caroline NJ.
Berry, both OF Prince Georges county Md
Morris A. Morgan aud Mary A. Eyoly, both Of
Montgomery county, Nd; John II, jackson
aud Penny E. Nixon
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09

The Young Mems Christian Association has
accepted the property rendered by Mr.. NJ. Gold.
stein, aud has assumed the responsibility of
collecting the literature for tho sick and poor,
as begun by that gentleman. Tho work is
certainly one which commends itself to the
hearty support of the public, and we bespeals
for it a larger range Of usefulness now that
there is q well-organized and vigorous associa-
ton to do the work so noby begun by Mr.. Gold
stein. The committee in charge of the work
for the Y. NJ. c. A. consists of Rev. Charles
Noble Luther L. Sleigh and DIR. Hasslcr
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09

The sale of articles which had accumulated
in the Dead-Lettcr Office brought a return OF
S3,465l2, which is some two hundred dollars
more than was realized from tho preceding
sale. The sale was well-timed, coming as il
did just before the holidays, aud many of the
articles sold doubtless found their way into
the stockings of the little ones, and were
passed to the credit of Santa Claus.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09

Between 10 and II o'clock on Wednesday
night colored man entered barber shop
several squares from the scene of the murder
aud got his whiskors shaved off and hair cut,
and rendered In payment q dollar bill, upon
which there was blood. The barber being UNI
able to change the bill, went to a restaurant,
accompanied by the man, and succeeded In
getting tho money changed This man. it is
believed had hand in the murder.
The following was tho story told by Pinn to
Lieutenant Johnson during an interview yes.
terday The George Smith referred to Is sup.
posed TO be the man who went into the barber
shop and rendered bloody dollar bill in pay.
meut for a shave. Sandy Pinn said that he
saw Babe about 6i5 o'clock was with him
unit! 9 o'clock Babe then left him and came
back again Ia about half an hour, aud told
him that Phil Hirth was dead that
some one had jumped on him and killed
him. He then went directly to SIr. Sherry
aud told him about the murder, and
he, Babe and Mr.. Sherry went down
to the drug store, where the man was dead :;
they stayed there as long as they wanted to;
then he and Babe started away from tho
drug store together; Babe left him and Mr..
Sibery aud went away with some girls; Mr..
Sherry, getting tired, said ITO como on; let's
CO." aud they went Mr.. Sherry left him at
Eighteenth and I streets; he stopped where
Babe was, aud he aud Babe went home, each
to his own house; they lived about five doors
apart; he knew "a fellow named George Smith;
had kdown Kim for years; he lived on John.
son avenue between Fourteenth aud Fifteenth
aud II and streets; saw him that morning and
wednesday morning; was sure he had his
'sidors' and mOustache on both mornings
Lane, who found the comforter, said that lie
was willing to swear at any time that the com.
lorter belongs to Babe Bedford. He had often
seen the comforter on Bedford, who used to
orNck II in his face at tho market.
The excitement throughout the city over
the murder yesterday was worry great, and
there wore repeated threats of lynching Babe
Bedford, who is believed to be one of tho
guilty parties
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09
Fop Smyrna Rugs go to JuliusLansburgh's.


The citizens Of Mount Pleasant were treated
to n rare concert last evening, given by the
Heiudel Quartette Club for the benefit Of the
Mount Pleasant Assembly. The programme
comprised selections from standard and popu-
lar operas, in which the honors were equally
divided between Miss Mag Cooper and Mcssrs,
L. A. Colby and A. J.. Sturtevant. Instru.
mental and vocal music made the evening pass
pleasantly, and when AUD Lang Syno was
reached on the programme the entire audience
Joined in singing the grand old song in man.
ner seldom equaled.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09
New Advertisements.

New Advertisements.
Proposals for hardware.
Lost-A Scotch terrier dog.
Lecture by Hon. Carroll D. Wright,
J. p. Libbey-Watches, jewelry, &c.
Wanted to Buy--A furnished house.
Lansburgh & Bro.-Aucton sale Of dry
goods
Trustee snio of valuable improved real
estate, by Walter b. Williams 81 Co., auction
GERS.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09

It's superiority as n cathartic and alternative con-
siSs in Its entire freedom from everything bitter
acid or crude that produces headache Internal
soreness, and tends to destroy the mucous NOM
brane. All mineral waters that dangerous irri.
tants may he known by an acid aftrr.tastp
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09

FANCY CREAMERY nice New York dairy
and choice Western Butter, in tubs and nine.
pound pals; also fine New York Cheese Low.
est prices and fair dealing. Spicer's Whole.
sale Butter aud Cheese Store, Ninth and L
streets northwest.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09

"ThB UheupeSt ArtIcIe IN INC WOrTd."
This is what grateful gentleman said who was
cured of bad kidney disease by the use of Safe
Kidney and Liver Cure, after he had offered in
vain $1,000 TO any doctor who would rid him Of 1t.
1t is the cheapest article IN thoword to all afflicted
with kidney and liver diseases
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09

For the South Atlantic and Middle Atlantic
States, falling barometer, ousterly winds, sta
tionary temperatures, cloudy weather with
rain or snow.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09

IS and up for Pants, 500 and up for Overconts,
$3.50 and up for making and trimming Pants j. A..
Greisbauer 435 Ninth street
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09
THE MURDER OF Mr.. HlRTH
Additional Arrests Made and New
Clues Found.
Postponement of tho Inquest-Babe Bed
ford's Bloody Comforter - Tho POST
Norton Examination -- A Dollar
Blll which Is Supposed to DO
Clue to the Wanderers
-Plnn's Statement.
wednesday Nights Tragedy.

The murder of Mr.. George p. Hirth on p
street Wednesday night caused considerable
excitement yesterday, aud tho police were
very active In their endoavors to ferret out
tho mystery surrounding tho tragedy, and to
find conclusive evidence against tho mon
under arrest.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1880-01-09

Louis spanier, IIlO street Northwest,
sells the finest rye aud Bourbon Whistles IN thls
DuutrV