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Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1881-04-23
Il CORNER IN COFFINS.

Once, in n certain mining town ii
Nevada, man died. 1t was an isolated
town, and its people had to procure
their supplies from a long distance. Ths
man died because, among other reasons
he could not postpone it.
The brother of the dead man ordered
handsome coffin for the occasion. He
ordered it from an undertaken by the
name OF Hotchkiss. The mother in-lav
Of the deceased, not knowing of this,
ordered coffin, too-a cheap one. She
ordered it OF Sudberry, another under
taker.
Hotchkiss came, measured the corpse
and Withdrew. Shortly afterward Sud-
berry appeared. He took the measure
of the remains, too, the attendants sup
posing that he was in some way connect
ed with the other undertaken.
In the afternoon Hotchkiss came with
his coffin. 1t fitted like glove. Just
as he was giving the finishing touches,
and making the corpse feel comfortable,
Sudbery arrived with his coffin. They
looked at each other Hotchkiss smiled;
Sudberry didn't. The latter saw that
the former had got ahead of him but
that was not all. Hotchkiss' coffin was
not only very handsome one, but hc
had arranged things SO that the corpse
looked like it was proud of being dead.
It's appearance cheered grief-stricken
friends and relatives. They were elated.
Sudberry's coffin was cheap and coarse
and it was empty.
They had words. Sudberry blurted
or!:
"You've taken a mean, sneakin' ad
vantage Of me-"
"Coffin was ordered of me in a regular
way" retorted Hotchkiss.
"Td like to furnish coffin to bury
you in," continued Sudberry.
"Pd rather live forever than be buried
in one Of your old cheap coffins."
"I'll cut down the price of coffins un-
til you'll have to pack your blankets out
of town"
"Cut away"
He did cut down prices so low that
he got all of Hotchkiss' business. Then
Hotchkiss cut below Sudberry's prices.
1t was getting cheaper to die than to
live. Several availed themselves of
the reduced rates. Old Gudsey, who,
as matter of economy. ate only one
meal day, took this occasion to get of
and avoid the expense of even one meal
. day. ~.~
sSudbsrry cut again. Hotchkiss met
il Then the former began to pay 81
for the privilege Of undertaking .
corpse. His business livened up. Ted
dy O'Flynn, who had partner in
boot-black stand that he could not get
along with, availed himself of this OPP
portunity to dissolve the partnership,
and make dollar. His partner died
very unnaturally. The increase of the
death-rate of the town was very notice
able. A good many people seized the
occasion to get rid of their enemies and
turn an honest dollar.
Hotchkiss, too, began to offer re-
ward of 81 a corpse, and drink OF
whisky thrown in. The next morning
Rattlesnake Bill, a desperate character
Of the town. stopped before Hotchkiss'
shop, with four dead Cinnamon in
wagon. He wanted 81 and the drinks.
The undertaken objected to taking the
Cinnamon. Bill told him he could take
them or be dumped dead in with them,
md 20 over to Sudberry's. Hotchkiss
Snsk the four Cinnamon. Bill took the
eour dr;Sis Hotchkiss had cut prices
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1881-04-23

ATTORNEY GENERAL DEvENs, in
answer to questions proposed by tho
Treasury Department, gives it as his
opinion that compensation due for trans
pOrtation service rendered to the Qurter-
masters Department by the Union Pa
cific, Kansas Pacific, and other Pacific
Railroad Companies. indebted to the
United States for the money used in tho
construction of any part of these roads.
can be retained by the Treasury Depart
ment us part payment of the indebted
ness Of these roads.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1881-04-23

fHERE is an old law still on the Con.
ecticut statute-books which declares
that "every horse used in any horse
race. and on which any wager is laid or
any purse or stake made, shall be for.
feited to the State"
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1881-04-23

SoxE people act as if they thought
that as long as the poor have food for
reflection they are in no danger Of starv-
ing.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1881-04-23

WHEN Napoleon formed The Legion Of
Honor there was much discussion as TO
the color OF the ribbon. Napoleon was
for white, probably because Oh state oc-
casions he loved to dress III scarlet. and
saw how happy the color contrast would
he. 1t was represented that white was
pre-cminently the color of the exiled
house. He then suggested red, and was
met with the objection that that was the
revolutionary color. But, remembering
that blue was the color of most of the
uni:Orms in the army, and that red
would answer as contrast, he said,
"Let it he red."
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1881-04-23
GETTING EVEN WITH THE COACU
MIN.

1t is related that on the occasion Of n
large party Mrs. Chase-Spraguc sent for
her coachman and told him that she ex-
pccted him either to open the door or to
assist in the cloak.room. The coach
man impudently answered that he WAS
hired to drive the horses and not help in
the house. Every well," said Mrs.
Sprague, "have my carriage at the door
at o'clock" At o'clock the carriage
drove mp. "Blanket the horses and
wait until 1 send further word" From
8 O'CLOCK of chill winter evening until
2 o'clock of colder morning, the coach
man sat with stiffening arms on his hoy,
and when the last guest had gone his
orders came to drive to- the stable.
Richland beacon. [volume] (Rayville, La.) 1869-1890, 1881-04-23

EVERY printer is a galley slave. Yes,
and his wife is the gal lie slaves for.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17
TO RNNnot On.

What Is the profession coming to that every
adventmer, ignoramus aud impostsr should
be encouraged to become maker of medi-
TO for physic, or whose knowle lge OF medicl o
commends them tathe drugsist2 Tho public
should beware and guard their health from the
nostrams made up from doubtful sources. The
druggist should be more jealous Of bis pro-
fessiOn than to- allow such compounds to be in
his stock and The public afraid to tamper with
what Is only put up TO sublttute, counterfeit
or exist upon the reputation of genuine, pure
medicine simmons Liver Regulator has
earned Its reputation from It's superior ,irtues
aud relible character of its manufactures. it
liz endorsed by thousands who are too honorable
to deceive others and too wish to be deceived
themselves. Take Simmons Liver Regulator
trademark and the signature of j Ii. Zeilin
& Go.
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4 Sure Thing.

DR.. Kings Syphiltic Remedy is guaran
teed TO cure syphilis in the primary, secon-.
dairy and tertiary stages, and in all lis varied
and complicated forms, and will cure tho
worst cases of yenerial diseases, cases which
have resisted the treatment of the most emf
nent physicians Of America. 1t cures the
first stage and heals the ulcers in f9w days.
1t cures ulcers in the mouth, nose, throat,
head, arms, and legs; also, hard pains in the
bones snd joints, syphilitic rheumatism, etc.
in short time. Price, $500 per package
sent everywhere by express A treatise on
sexual diseases tree. Sent sealed for two
stamps Dr. j. Dinsbeer, AS North 7th street,
st. Louis, Mo. Cures guaranteed or money
refunded. DR.. Dinsbeer makes chronic dis.
eases specially. lfyou are afflicted with
no no matter what, call or what.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17

All OF Orr's buggies snd carriages have
Servants patent whees--l 10 inch sxles.
Orr's Concord Ede-spring buggies sr
hung on oqusliaers and have steel bows, stee
ties aud Ssryan wheels.
Buy your buggies at w. w. Orr, successor
to Sechlor 81 Orr, Main street, Dallas, Texas.
Orr sells all styles of Concord side-spring
buggios. Seod for his illustrated catalogue
and price-list.
Go and eco 0rr's buggies and carriage
before buying elsewhere, or send for prices
list.
Orr sells the best buggos for the money In
he world.
Orr keeps all styles of carriages, ph@tons
and spring wagons.
II you want 10 buy family carriage send
for 0rr's catalogue and price III
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17
Grant and Mexico.

"Galh" toegraphs to, tho Cincinnati En-
Quirer as follows: Grant has his hands full
lie is going to take hold in earnest of the
Worlds fair in New York as soon rs tho
money is put up, and that 10 now regarded as
assured. He will send agents to Europe at
once, inviting cooperation, and the strength
Of hia name there will bring magnificent
collection of art wares here. This art loan
feature OF the exhibition will DO very fine.
Hc Is also nursing tho canal project, and
coupling with II his promotion of the MeSl-
can railroad system. Ever since Grant went
10 Mexico, third Of century ago, he has
boon seized with Lhe dream Of American de-
velopment In tint direction; and as soon IS
the war closed he supported Sheridan in biz
various aggresiv, movements on tho Mo
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17

Rev. sylvanus Cobb thus writes in the Bos-
ton Christian Freeman We would by no
means recommend any kind of medicine
which we did not know to be goOd-particu-
larly for infants. But OF Mrs. Winslow's
Soothing syrup VIC can speak from kuOwlcd &c;
In our own femilyi it has proved IL blessing
indeed, by giving an infant troubled with
broken rest at nlght. Most parents can ap-
preciate these blessings. Here is am ARTICLE
which works to perfection, ana which is
harmless; for the sleep which il affords the
infant Is perfectly natural, and the little
oheIub awaRcs AS "brlght as button, "
And during the process Of teething, its value
is inchlculable. We have frequently heard
mothers say that they would not be without
1t rom the birth Of the child till 1t had An
ished with the teething siege, on any oonsid
Grafton whatever. Sold by all druggists. %
cents bottle.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17

Grande border. Whoever would come 10
the White House and talk Mexico was ALWAYS
very welcome. Blsine and Others, who an
ticipaled Grants denomination and possible
third term, made has,e TO antaronize him on
The Mexican question, and proclaim tina. we
had too much land, and wanted TO keep up
our International comfy. But Grant cap
tured Romero, and WAS an intimate
friend of Ned Besll, the old Spanish Ameri-
can surveyor, and men of that sort.
Whom tho government of Lerdo fell Disz
had to play very delicately to assusge the
grim pangs of Grant and has finally gone into
coalition with him. They are all now to.
gather in the railroad scheme, which is only
aportion of reorganization and colonization
scheme for Mexico. Inevitably, when a
line OF railroad extends to the CITY of Mexico,
with lateral branches extendingto the various
ports and mines, the power to keep order in
that country will be improved, and the United
States and Mexico will do It together. With
identical institutions, and identifying wealth
and speculation, Mexcsns and Americans,
together will make great field of Mexico,
and European capital, which has been trying
since 1879 to find security in that country,
will pour into ii under American direction,
and make the development of the Spaniards
IN the time of Humboldt comparatively child's
play.
Ihisaccording to the belief of ardent friends
ofGrant,i is the great utility he had been spared
for Defeated in his sttemptto occupy Saeto
Domigno, whore be could hsve had tho KEY
Of the gulf, and watched any schemes to seize
the isthmus on behalf of Europe, Grant has
found in the railroad system, and incidentally
IN the canal system, the key 10 the problem
of Mexico and the gulf. His son Ulysses
will join his father.n-law, Senator CheAeo,in
Florida within few weeks, and they will 20
to Mexico together.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17
PROM
ALL POINTS I'm TEXAS
AND ALL POINTS
AND ALL POINTS
NORTH, EAST and SOUTHEAST

Trains STRIVE and leave Austin station at
follows: No 3 mail and express arrives at at
IN. No 4nail and express leaves Mt $3.50 q. IN,
Connections-At TsXarkana, with all trains
on st, Louie, Iron Mountain & SO. R'w'y, for
all points North, East and Southeast. At Long
view Junction ami Mineola, with all rains for
international Railroad for Tyler, Palestine.
Houston, Austin, Galveston snd San Antonio,
At Dallas, with trains Of the Houston & Texas
Central R'w y, for Corsicana, AteXia, Bcemond,
Wsco. Calvert, Bryan, Remp-tead, Rrenham
and ali points IN Middle and southern Texas.
st sherman, with II. Il II. G. ny, Tor all
points on the line THAT road. At Fort WORTH
with stages for all points IN Western TeXas
Al Shreveport, with Red River rteaDler0 81
New o rleans. Pullman Palace Sleeping Cars
from Fort Worth, Dallas and sherman TO It.
Louis. ANY information In regard to RAGS to
freights or passage, time aud connections with
be cheerfully given on application 10 Geo.
Noble, Gen'l Sup't, Marshall, Texas; W. r.
Newman, q. Il. A., Marshall, Texae, or Il. W.
thompson q Z. & 4. A. pMarshall, Texas
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17
WAXAHACHEE.
Correspondence Of the Herald.

Correspondence Of the Herald.
WAXAHAoHIE, Feb. l5, 1881.
A cold norther commenced blowing this
morning at o'clock attended with frozen
mist it is clear again this evening, We are
now well supplied With coal, necessity that
we have surely felt the need of many times
this winter.-Judge Aldredgeis quite sick
with rhemstism, and is confined to his bed.
In consequence thereof there was no court to-
day. Commissioners court is in session here
with great deal of work before them this
term.--The cry of Dire was raised last night
al O'Clock, it was discovered to be in tho
grocery house OF j. O. Morris q Bro, and
was soon quelled. The opinion is that it
was the work of on ncendiary.-- Neasels
is prevailing TO considerable extont in this
county at present.-There YVES large
quantity of cotton in town yesterday from
johnson county.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17

NEAR MARIETTA, GA, March 81, 1870.
Some months ago bought bottle of
Bradtleld's Female Regulator, and used it in
my family with the utmost satisfaction; have
recommended it to three other families, and
they have found il Just what it is recon-
mended. The females who have used the
Regulator are now in perfect health, and
able to attend TO their household duties.
We cordially recommend It to the public.
Rev. II. B. JOHNSON.
Sold by all druggists. Wholesale by
Thompson, Schott s. Co., Dallas.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17
Truth. sincerity and Hon esty.

Mr.. A. Bond, formerly of the firm of
Rosen6eld Sc Bond is now fitting up the
room No. 403 Main street, and will, in = few
days, open out with one of the most COM
plete stocks OF staple and fancy groceries to
be found in the city. His goods are all new
and fresh, bought expressly for the retail
and trade from the best and most reliable es-
Establishments in the country. Mr.. Bonds one
of our most popular business men--young,
active full of energy, and is bound to sue.
coed. His motto Is Truth, Sincerity and
Honesty.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17
Ice! Ice! Icel

L am now prepared TO contract for the de-
livery of northern lake ice for the coming
season, either in the city or surrounding
towns. am just in receipt of a eonsgn-
ment from the north, which, for purity and
quality, has never been excelled. Call or
address w. r. JARRETT,
Dallas, Texas.
Oysters, fish and game of all kinds sweet
and fresh always on hand.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17

The HERALD STEAM Jon PRINTING 0FFICE
Is one OF \ q most complete in all its depart
meuts to be found in the state, tits wei sup
piled with MI the late styles OF type, anu
terms and ran by steam power, IL IS capable
OF turningout more work In less time than any
other onlce I'm Texas. All the job stock In
the onlco is bought from first hands, and get
ting all the discounts given by manufacturers,
IL ia euablsd TO turn out work at the very
lowest prices. Commercial printing spe-
cialty Call and examine specimens aud see
with what neatness work is executed.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17
Shuster, TOOtle q Co., Wholesale
GIalhiars

Mr.. l. WeXler, the popular and well-known
Texas salesman of this firm, Ia again in the
state and will visit al our principal towns
and cities. He represents the largest and
wealthiest clothing house In the United States,
ana after two years patronage, It is with pleas
ure he announces that universal satisfaction
has crowned his labors. The firm he repre-
Sonts acknowledge no supetiors in this cOun-
try as regards substantial and cheap goods
ar. WeNl 5r's headquarters are In Dallas, and
a. orders addressed to him there, care of Gold
smith Bros, will receive prompt attention. -
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17

Get ont of bed, woman, aud so on about your
business. Why remain an invalid so long2
That peculiar lingering female complaint has
worried you long enough. Throw of the fet-
ters that bind you and again assert your free
dom. You can flnd permanent relief and a
rapid cure by the use Of that renowned female
tonic known as English Female Bltters.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17
Something Neesea.

AT last a lamp chimney is made which
does not break from draft, dsmpness, cold
air or heat, what blessing Every one of
our readers has no doubt often lost her or his
temper because, just at the moment when
lamp was most needed, the last chimney in
the house would break, we therefore advise
everyone to go TO ID. Goslin aud buy the
Dragon brand chimney, ask your grocer for
them as all retail dealers can be supplied at
the China Hall. The price is but triAe
higher than the common.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17
GRAND MASQUEEADE BALL OF ThE
FROHSGNN SOCIETY.
To BE Hold Wednesday,, February %,
at MOninger's Hail.

The interest manifested by our citizens in
behalf of our masquerade ball is highly APP
preci'te by us,and the undersigned will spare
neither time nor money to make that occa-
aston a grand success. We have several
novelties on the taps, which we are sure will
obtain the applause of our friends. Pro-
grsmmes will be published ia few days, land
will give you further Information.
THE COMMITTEE.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17

Miss Bertha Won Hilern, the Celebrated Pc
destrian. Tho only remedy used by her after
long and continued exertion, ana In iact, dur
ing her matches, Is Giles Liniment Iodida
Ammonia II not only relieves her relaxed
muscles and cords, but gives her strength aud
endurance She is never without supply Of
the Imminent
Giles Pills cure Liver Complaint.
Sold by all druRksts
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17

Her dropping eyes, pale, haggard features,
tottering walk, detected melancholy express
sion excite our sympathy. Poor frsil woman!
Why don't some one act the good samaritan
by telling her that English Female Bitters
will sure her rapidly and soundly. They are
prepared expressly for such ailipgs, and never
fail to cure.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17
snmethinr More Nodded.

All chimoeys bearing the Dragon" brand
are guaranteed TO withstand tho ferces,
fame while dripping Sel. or any amount OF
cold mir, or draft 10 culinary use on The
lamp thew never hresr. They are for
sale at D. Gosin's China hall who has the
exclusive sale fer one year.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17
Manhood Restored

A victim of early imprudenee, causing
nervous debility, premature decay, etc, hav,
ing tried in vain every known remedy, has dis.
covered simple means OF self-cure, which he
will send free TO his fellow sufferers. Ad-
dress j. II. Reeves, 43 Chatham street, New
York,
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17
Job Printing In CoIors

The HERALD STRAM Jon PRINTING OFFlcE
Is now turning out some of the most beautiful
jon WORK IN cOlofs, @ Yer executed in Texas.
nor artistic work go to the Herald Jon
PRINTING OFFICE,
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17
The RoutI, md Nvest.

Unlike the East, hiss a bilious climate and re-
qulres entirely different remedies.
Browns Vegetable Liver Pills are prepared
for this climate especially and cure Bilious
ness, Sick Headache, correct the action OF the
Liver ami prevent ague and fever.
Try them.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17
premn,urc I.oss or thc MAir

May be entirely prevented by tue use of Bur-
nett's Cocaine.
Housekeepera should insist upon obtaining
Burnett's Fiavorlng Extracts; they are the
hau
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17
RIanIka! Blnnksl

Justices, notares' United states commits
sioners' and all kinds of blacks for United
States, district and county courts kept con-
AID Job office.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17

The HERALD STEAM Jon PRINTING OFFICE
has Just received complete stock of new type,
purchased eXpressly'for the execution of book
work. Those having books or pamphlets to
print should not fail to call al the HERALD
Jon OFFICE and see specimens and ascertain
prices. All work guaranteed
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17

Go to A. j. Brooks saloon, southeast
corner Of Main and Ervay streets, ioI
drink of pure, unsdultersted liquors, wines
or fresh ice-cold Anheuser beer. This is q
private. quiet place, where one can spend an
hour pleasantly.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17

Eminent Dr. VIM. #. Stewart, BatiI.
more, writes: confidently recommend
Colden's Liebig's l. 'qud Extract of Beef for
consumption, debility weakness, chlorosis
etc. have tested il with universal success"
Sold by Ervay j. Bro, Dallas.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17
Tho King OF the Arc

For the cure of scrofula, any blood or skin
disease or chronic rheumatism is Sarsaparlla,
Dandellon and lOdide Of Potassium. Ask
your druggist or physician of Its merits. All
of Brown . popular remedies sold by all drug
gists Gnd dealers In medicines.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17

New York cream cheese, .Wlss and e..
sago and other imported cheese, at Joseph
Menczor's.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17

II. Richardson, Sac and Fox Agency, Indian
territory, says: The "Only Lung Pad" has
restored me TO health, and / shall be glad to
recommend IL tu,auy one. See adv.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17
@. signrI,

holesale dealer in foreign and domestic
fruits and all kinds of nuts, etc. 7SS Main
street, one door from post office, Dallas,
Texas.
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commercInl bon printing.

Bill Heads,
Letter Heads,
Statements,
Envelopes,
Cards,
Blank Books,
Check Books, Dray Books, Cotton Books and
all of the commercial printing done In the
neatest style and at the rhortesi notice, ut the
HERALD STEAM Jon PmNTING OFFICE. Ali
work guaranteed.
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Prescription Free.

For the speedy cure of spermatorrhms, Sex
ual Debility and llupo;euoy, most druggists
have the mcdicines We wish TO on this
curse of our civilization. a. rees, Jouis
Curative Institute, Sc, Ohal 3 ST., b, ,.oea
9Th and eth, 81. LOuiR, No.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17

Villain. H. Pullen, FOwlervllle, Mich, says;
have not rested better for months than l did
last night. The SONY Lung Pad" has helped
me wonderfully. See adv.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1881-02-17

Seitdenberg's fine brands of cigars and the
finest cigarettes and smoking tobbaccos of
groatvariety, at Joseph Monczer's.