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The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-26
MAGAZINE NOTICES.


BALLOU'S MAGAZINE for May has al
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a double page Colored Fashion plate, Dia-
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fine illustrations Granada and the Alhambra
Geological Curiosities Craque-o'-Doom The
House of Commons In Search of O Soul
Oyster-Culture Pringle's Flat Two Lives
The Jndscretions of Madame Jaubert River
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Iuniata CouRty.- We copy the follow
ing from the Juniata county papers of
last week:
An aged lady, Mrs. Zeiders, died near
Richfield, last week, whose life was in
sured for $1,000 so report says.
Luke Davis of Walker twp, received
dispatch on Wednesday that his broth
er-in-law, J. Il. McAlister, of Philadel.
phia, was not expected to live.
Three of four children of VIM. Kauff.
man, who lives in Milford twp, are
down with scarlet fever and but little
hope is entertained for their reco very.
Mcclellan Foltz, of Beale township,
went to Nebraska about the Goth of
March, to make that State his future
home. After five days residence in his
adopted State he became disgusted with
the west and returned to Juniata county
on Tuesday of last week. 1t took him
twelve days to get back.
A stable on the farm of VIM. Puffeu-
berger, in Fermanagh twp, was set on
hre about O'Clock the other morning
and burned. The NOW Of the stable
had several tons of hay in 1t, and in the
under part of the stable were stored a
horse hay rake, reaper and mower.
cultivators, and other farming imple-
ments.
Last Friday three year-old son of III.
A. Stambaugh, of Fermanagh twp, took
up q corn-stalk and delivered blow on
the body of the family dog. The dog
sprang ut the child, threw him down,
and proceeded 10 bite the boy in the
arm, along from the wrist to the elbow.
The child was clad in thick goods, and
the teeth of the animal failed to reach
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-26
philadelphia Produce Market.

PHILADELPHIA, April 2s, 1881
Flour unseitled extras o. OO6S 6O Pennsyl
yania family, $3.50 ~ al75 Minnesota do, H8U0
s512; patent and high grades. s550070D
Rye -four, % 25fpa25.
C0rnmeal. s2.20.
Wheat. 100 u 1872
Corn--yeow, 58Gp59c: mixed F4mf6c.
Oats quiet; Pennsylvania and western white
i4@lQc. western mixed .42633.
Ryeil70lSc.
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Personal. Humes, Esq, a for
mer resident Of this borough, died at
days illness. Mr.. H. was wagon
maker by trade, and at one time carried
on business In this town In the shop
now occupied by s. III. Beck & Bro.
Mr.. Henry Cooper, who we stated last
week was very Ill, died on Saturday last.
Mr.. Cooper was one of the most enter
prising farmers in Tyrone twp, and
leaves large circle of friends and rela-
tives to mourn his death. Funeral to
take place on Wednesday at 10 A. M.
We regret to have to record the death
of Mr.. VIM. Everhart, of Millerstown.
He was worthy citizen and his death
will remove one of the best business
men of that place.
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Notice to School Directors.

ITO THE SCHOOL DIRECTORS OF PERRY
Il COUNTY,
GKNTLEMEN;-In pursuance OF the fortythirf
section OF the act Of the Sth OF May 1884, you are
hereby notihed to meet in convention, at the
Court House; on the first Tuesday In May, 1881.
Delng the I'd day OF the month"; at O'Clock In the,
afternoon, and select gird rOcc, by a majority or
the whole number of directors present, one per
son OF literary and scientific requirements, and
OF skill and perienee In the arr Of Teaching "a
County Superintek dent, for the succeeding three
years; and certify the resuls TO the State Super
iintendent, at HarrlsDnrg, as required by the
s. b. FAHNESTOCK
Duncannon, April 2, 1851.
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Dnncannon Items.-From the Record
we copy the following:
While working at the rolls in the
mill the other day Robert Clark almost
had an eye burned out by hot flash.
While Mr.. Light, DIR. Swartz's far
mer, was crossing the railroad the other
day with his team, the saddle horse be-
came fast between the rail and the plank
and fell. Fortunately no train was
passing at the time.
Mr.. Jacob Keel, mailer in the nail
works, while repairing one of his ma
chimes on Wednesday was struck by a
scrap, which cut deep cash over the
left eye.
The Amateur Dramatic Troupe Of this
place, will appear before the footlights
in Pennell's Hall, about the 10Th of
May, in very entertaining drama. Be
prepared to see it.
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FOH THE TINES.
BLAIN. Perry Co. Pa. April 90. 1881.


EDITOR OF The TINES I'll take this method
of saying, through the columns of your paper,
that extend my cordial thanks and best re-
CARDS to the band and others, for the delightful
music which they furnished in light doses last
might In front of the Parsonage.
Mrs. Ely has been visiting friends In Phila-
delphia and Harrisburg, also McVeytown, and
had in company with myself just returned.
Her health has improved very much and she
appears to be hale and vigorous.
Allow me TO name some of the pieces of
music played by the Band at the Parsonage.
1. "Tapping on the Window-Pane, ,"-Quick
step.
g. "Iona, ,"-Quick step.
3. Hail Soldier there'll be rest by and by"
4. "Heliotrope, ,"-Schottsche
5. General Sherman, ,"-Quick step.
6. "Home Sweet Home.'
After the guests who had assembled at the
Parsonage had enjoyed the serenade, thanks
were returned to the boys with a request to
call again. observed marked improvement
by the band in many respects. Our boys
practice frequently and are destined to take
rank among the Bands throughout the County.
Yours Respectfully.
j. w. ELY.
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DuATHS.

EyERHART-On the 10th OF April, 1881 in Nil.
lerstown, Mr. William Everhart. aged AZ years,
months and IL days
THoMAs-On the 18th OF April 1881. in Patter-
son. Juniata county, Pa, Mrs Elizabeth Thomas,
mother OF John and Allen Sailor, of Newport,
aged 81 years, IL months and 10 days
ROUsH-On the 10th Of April, Michael Roush, Of
Liverpool township, aged about IA years.
SEIDERs-0n the 14th Of April, 1881, Mrs. Seid-
ers, OF Turkey Valley, Junlata county, aged 76
years.
JoHNs-On April the Gath, 1881, in wheatneld
twp, Michael Johns aged SO years.
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-26
MARR1Aors.

RIce-Fry-on April nth. 1881, at the Lutheran
parsonage In this place by Rev. A. H. Spangici
MIR. NJ. luther Rice TO Miss Laura e. Fry, both
OF Blue Ball. this county.
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-26
TO Dealers and Consumers of Fish

WYE are prepared to supply you with Choice
w Extra fat MACKEREL, New Eastp0rt
round, and Lake HERRING, at reasonable
prices for CASH. or In exchange for Grain, Seeds,
Potatoes Lard Bacon. &c, &c.
JONES BROTHERS & CO.,
Brick Warehouse.
l72m NEWPORT, Pa,
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-26
VALUABE FARM
AT
PRITATE SALE.

The heirs of Frederick Lauver, decd hereby
offer at private sale, the Mansion Farm Of said
deceased. situate In Greenwood township, Perry
Jones, j. Kipp, and others, containg 1856 ACRES,
about lis acres cleared and in q high state of
cultivation. and the balance well set with timber.
HOUSE, BANK BARN, Wash and Corn Houses,
and other Outbuldings, with never falling well
OF water near the door. There Is also an silent
Orchard OF choice Fruit on said farm. This is a
very desirable property, being located in Valley
abOundng with me stone, and within about 211
miles of MillerstOwn, and tine Pennsylvania X.
r.. convenient to Stores Schools Churches, and
Mills. little perfect. For further information
as to terms etc call on the undersigned residing
on The farm, or address by mail
s. A. LAUVER.
IL St. MlllerstOwn, Perry Co., Pa.
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-26

Swan Killed.-The Franklin Reposito-
ry says swan was shot on Small's mill
dam, in Quincy township, on Monday
of last week, by Mr.. Clay of Gelwicks.
1t was brought to town for the purpose
of having it stuffed, but as their is no
taxidermist here, the feathers were taken
off and the body thrown away. 1t
measured nine feet from tip to tip of
wings and weighed twelve pounds
There were three on the dam but the
other two flew away. 1t was on exhi-
bition at the Indian Queen Hotel in
this place, and many called to see it.
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Death notices not exceeding lines inserted without
charge But cents per line will invariably be charR
ed for Tributes of Respect Poetry or other remarks
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the flesh, excepting at the wrist. The
arm, however, was severely bruised.
Afterwards an older son of Mr.. STAN
baugh, while in the act of tying the dog
was also bitten. The dog was not suf-
ferlng from hydrophobla.
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-26

Over Precipice.-Near Clark's Ferry
the railroad, wagon road and canal run
side by side. The side of the road to-
wards the canal is supported by a stone
wall. The water lies eighteen feet below
the road. On Saturday George w. Felix,
one of Mr.. Daniel Bacon's statesmen,
was returning from trip up the river.
When about three-fourths of mile
below the ClarlS's Ferry bridge the
putting of a passing freight train fright
ened the horse and he began to back
toward the canal. Before the edge was
reached Mr.. Felix sprang out, just in
time to see the horse and wagon go over
the precipice into the canal. The ami
NAL managed to keep his head above
water with the vehicle attached to him,
while Mr.. Felix ran to a bridge three
fourths of mile distant, crossed, secured
assistance and rescued him. The animal
was uninjured, but the wagon was badly
damaged and number of boxes of
goods were lost. The loss will amount
to about fifty dollars.-Patriot
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Road Proceed dings.-The following roac

Road PrOceedingS.-Ihe Following road
business was transacted at the late court:
The petition of number of the citizens of
Oliver twp, and the borough of Newport, ask
ing the Court TO appoint proper persons to
view and lay out road to lead from Fourth
street, Newport, to a point at or near tn
mouth of Purgatory Run, Oliver twp, was
presented, and order granted as prayed for,
with John r. Smith, Henry Buckwalter and
Joseph F. Bealor as viewers.
Petition to view and lay out public road from
point near George Frontz's blacksmith shop,
to point in public road near lands of 8. IL.
Baker, In Greenwood twp. VIM. Cook, VIM.
Lindsay and Jos. Lupfer, viewers.
Order to view private road through lands
of Isaiah Carl, in Oliver twp, confirmed nj 81.
Petition to change and yacate public road
from point near east END of Centre church
lane, In Madison twp, on road leading to
Newport, to point on road from Waggoner's
to Sandy Hill, at or near George VOLTS, in
Saville twp. j. Woods, VIM. A. Kline and
VIM. Gray, viewers.
Petition to view a site for county bridge
over Laurel Run, at or near P. I.ightner's mill,
in Tyrone twp. w. Smiley, Samuel Robert,
g. Stouffer, j. W. Huston, John M'Cord and
David Fair, viewers.
Order to view site for county bridge over Big
Buffalo creek, at Emanuel Smiths, in Tusca-
rora township.
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Badly Hurt Benjamin Lightner, re-
siding in Sheaffers Valley, received a
terrible injury on Wednesday last in a
singular manner. He was on the NOW
and jumped down on to door below
which was partly open striking the door
with one leg on each side causing such
injury as is feared will prove fatal.
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-26

Boy Shot. - On Sunday morning
last, Eddie,a son of VIM. Burns, OF Dun
cannon, was accidently shot in the neck
by pistol. His father had the pistol
under his pillow and the lad had found
it and while playing with 1t the accident
happened. DIR. Dunott, of Harrisburg,
was sent for but was not able to find the
ball, and it is yet uncertain what the
result of the injury will be.
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-04-26

mn QVnIQ Our Stock ofNRW GOops
IIHE-\klN\ for Meas wssris compIsie'-1
DUh uhilius frieesfromlax centsup.
+. MORTIMER. New Rleomiield, Pa
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JOB PRINTING Of every description neatly
81 and promptly executed al ReasonabIe Rafes
AZ the Rloomneld Times Steam job ONCE
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was also bitten. The dog was not suf-
ferlng from hydrophobla.
Cumberland County.-We copy the fol-
lowing from tile Cumberland papers
of last week
Red SAKE, the notorious robber, who
was convicted In our Court last week
of being the ringleader In the Eckert and
McKeehan robberies was taken to the
Eastern Penitentiary by Deputy-sherif
Wallace, on Thursday morning last.
His time will expire ten years hence.
Our townsman, Mr.. John thinner
man, was ''euchred" on Saturday after
noon, on North street. He attempted to
drive fractions colt, but before he had
seated himself securely in the buggy the
colt started, and although John Is an old
and experienced horseman, and strug-
gled hard to prevent a run-off, the colt
succeeded In getting away from him,
and demolished the buggy and harness.
James f. Holiday, well-known col
ored citizen of this Borough, died at his
residence, on West Main Street, on last
Sunday night. He had been afflicted for
sometime past with rheumatism, but
not confined to the house, and was
able to walk about, and was at church
Sunday morning. He went to bed in
the evening and died almost without a
struggle. -Shippensbury Netcs.
Mrs. Margaret, wife of George Gensler,
of Mt. Holly Springs, formerly of this
place, burned her hands in a shocking
manner, last week, whilst attempting to
place piece of zinc under the parlor
stove, which was very hot at the time,
and which was about falling over on a
little son of that lady The little fellows
life was no doubt saved by his faithful
mother, who prevented the stove from
falling upon him, but her suffering is
extremely severe.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1881-11-04
PROSPECT LAKE.
[rs. Robert Crawford is sick.

Mrs. Robert Crawford is sick.
Lille Carris and John johnson are re-
ported better.
Corn-stallIs ought to be rich this year.
They are very highly colored.
Frank Chase has treated his new wind
mill derrick to coat of white paint.
Jimmie Jennings is canvassing for Life of
Garfield. We suppose he has exclusive terri
tory, like all the rest.
Madison Orr has commenced work by the
year for Charlie Christie, and when the ten
ant house is done, will, with his family. oc-
cupy it.
That combined carriage and horse barn Of
Isaac McCon's is a model of neatness and
convenience. He built il himself and the
architecture and workmanship show that
man who can build a ship can build barn.
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FLOUR. FLOUR! FLOUR!

James d. Wick has rented the Phoenix
Mill and is prepared TO do the best custom
work in the milling line, i'll the county. All
kinds of flour and mill feed furnished on
short notice. Mr.. Wick is practical miller
and operates his mill himself. All orders
promptly filled and delivered without extra
charge within the village limits. Give him a
call and satisfaction is guaranteed. l363tf
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Mrs. F. 4. Roberts is now prepared to
Shampoo or Dress Ladies Hair III latest
styles. She also manufactures Saratoga
Waves and Switches. Hair combings rooted
and made into Waves and Switches in finest
style. All work warranted. Genuine Hair
Nets for sale.
Rooms over L. X. Roberts barber shop, in
the Granger block, Paw Paw. 1921
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NOTICE.

All accounts due the firm of Forsyth N
Smith, up 10 July 30th, 1881. must be paid
TO Forsyth, as the accounts must be settled
with him Immediately. To those who will
settle their accounts on or before Nov. 1st. a
liberal discount will be given. l cannot wait
longer.
PHLo q. FORSYTH,
1877 J. SMITH.
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WANTED.

A situation as house-keeper in a small
respectable family. Good references given
wages moderate. 1886"
MRs. ELIZA WESTON.
Arlington, Oct. 6, 1881.
Residence on Sec. "a. p. q. Bangor, Mich.
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FsTRAy NOTICE.

Estrayed from the enclosure of the under
signed on or about the 18th or goth Of Oct,
1881. bay mare about IL years old, and n
little stiff in her fore feet. Any one giving
information concerning her viii be literally
rewarded. Address DANIEL CONGDON,
l3s9t3 Glendale, Mich.
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AT,MENA MILLS !

Farmers, please take notice. Having takei
the Almena Mills, and repaired them for Gus
tom Work, am now ready to see and serve
all its old customers, guaranteeing dispatch
and satisfaction in all respects.
Give me call
4370tf NJ. F. MINER.
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WHITE BARBER SHOP

j. Wilcox would inform his friends and the
public that his barber shop, under Sherman
a Avery's, continues to be run on "white y
basis. New chair, new razors and another
white barber. Give us a call '69ly
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BUILDINGS MOVED.

Mr.. Chaa. F. Guernsey is prepared TO move
all kinds OF buildings on short notice. He
has had several years experience III the bus
mess. For terms. call on or address.
CHAS. T. GUERNSEY,
137Gm3 Lawrence. Mich.
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STEAM GRIsT MILL FOR SALE.

Situated at Lee Station, Dekalb Co., ILL.,
Would trade for n farm or other desirable
property. For further particulars enquire of
X. Z. Quick, Paw Paw, OF address me at
Sycamore, Delxalb Co., I'll.
13S6t4% JAMES LOWELL.
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IMPORTANT TO TRAVELLERS.
NJ. F. MINER.

Special inducements are offered you by the
BURLINGTON ROUTE. 1t will pay you to read
their advertisement to be found elsewhere in
this issue.
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100000 PEACH TREES.

i have for sale at my Nursery, one mile
east of Paw Paw, 100000 peach trees of all
the leading varieties, ready for transplanting
this fall. No yellows among them.
1379tf Z. /. BRAGG.
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From its recent exhibition of selfshness
it is evident that Chicago never expects To
burn again-in this world. And IS to the
next they feel sure of kindly attention, for
the devil always has taken care of the hinder
most.-iNe0dn J0uy7tOl-
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SHEEP FOR SALE.

have 80 Fine Wool Registered Breeding
Ewes. which / wish to exchange for good
work or road horses, in lots of ; or 10, at a
bargain. Also 10 or 90 Registered Rams for
sale cheap. w. N. JOHNSON.
Dyckman House.
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INSURANCE.

have the agency for the following COM
panies. Before insuring. call and get terms
Home. N. Y; Phoenix, Brooklyn: Hartford
Conn.,: Continental, n. Y. Farmers Mutual
Cass Co. 1389tf
GEORGE CONKLIN, Lawrence, Mich.
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LITTLE JOKER WASHER.

5000 given to every family who will pur.
chase and use for one year. as every machine
is warranted TO save its cost-$6.00-in one
year, if used according to instructions. Agents
wanted to canvass among your neighbour
big inducements given. Address
GEO. II. WALDO,
263 Woodward Ave., Detroit, Mich.
1874
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A DESIRABLE FARM FOR SALE

At bargain on easy terms, l mile east OF
Paw Paw. For particulars, enquire of II. o
Reebe, Paw Paw, Mich. 13e5tf
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COPYIST.

Legal documents copied with neatness and
despatch by Miss MAMIE l.. ROWLAND.
13S7tf Paw Paw. Mich.
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Saxony and Anna Yarn, Shetland Wool.
and Crewels in all shades, at Mrs. Porter's.
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APPLES WANTED.
FOR SALE.
OATS, CORN AND DRIED APPLES
WANTED.

! will pay the market price in cash for
oats and corn. Also the highest price in
trade for dried apples.
L. SMITH e. co.
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Everything new and stylish in Collars,
Lace Aprons and Tides, to be found at Mrs.
Porters.
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FOR SALE.
FOR SALE.

House and lot on Niles street, Paw Paw,
will be sold cheap. There is barn on the
place. Enquire of G. II. Butler, Paw Paw
Mich. 13S4m3s
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LADIES' HAIR-DREssING ROOMS

137Gn3
Lexington weekly intelligencer. (Lexington, Mo.) 1871-1887, 1881-09-03
1.-THE :VAssARs.

What monument could do greater
'honor.to asfau1ily than a record which
jnstifes most fully such words Is
these regarding the lVassar family
1.-The family tree of the Vassars will
be a.list Of philanthropists. Matthew
Vassar,. nephew of the founder Of
Vassar college, after devoting many
years of his: life to Its service, be-
queathed a large share of his prop.
eriy TO that AMI kindred institutions
in Poughkeepsie. The college re-
eeiyes $13O,DO0 the Yassar, Brothers
Home for. aged men $15, 900, the Vas
sar Brothers hospital $85. OO0, and
the last named institution is also made
residuary legatee, giving it probably
avery large endOw These lat
ter charities are the work of the tw o
brothers, who sbear the name as the
Vassar brothers. of the last genera
tiOn. Another charity, the Institute
for the Poughkeepsie Scientific and
Literary association, is hot remem-
bered in the will, as the project was
begun afterstiie will was drawn. The
SURVIVING brother, John Guy Vassar,
announces that he remou ices in adj
vance all 7legacies under Matthew's
will, and will erect the institute as a
monument To his memory. This is a
rare partnership in good works, the
recollection of which will be sweet
in mems mouths for many a day."