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The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

The double track Of the Rock Island road will
will be opened for business about Nov LIST. Al
that date new time table will probably be Is.
sued. As travel on the overland trains has be-
come unusually heavy-so heavy that those
trains have great difficulty in keeping to the
schedule il is believed by the station people that
an additional passenger train will be put on as a
measure OF relief
Should this be done it is hoped a schedule will
be made giving some relief to local trade IN this
neighborhood-a train arriving ut Ottawa from
the east, after making the stops between Morris
and Ottawa, not later than II 80 o'clock, in the
morning. and better hour for the Peru accom-.
mediation eastward This would accommodate
the large trade properly belonging to Ottawa to
the east ana west OF us, and winch would come
to Ottawa if accommodation were offered them,
and also the host of men who have to come to
Ottawa on business in the courts. There are not
less than $4,000 people along the line OF
the Rock Island road IN this county who
would naturally come to Ottawa II they could
come and 20 out in one day and reach their
homes before seven or eight o'clock in the even
ing; and we are sure il would be profitable in
vestment for the Rock Island to seek their
travel.
The Rock Island in all other respects than the
accommodation OF local traffic is a most excellent
road, perfect In road bed and equipment and
with the new double track ought to begin a re-
form in their only weak point
The new time table will be looked for with de
cided interest
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22
The Churches,

EDiscopdl--The pastor, Rev f. NJ. Gregg Off
ciates at morning and evening services at the
usual hours.
P,esbyteridn-The Rev. Mr.. Whittesy will
preach in the Presbyterian church Sunday morn
ing. All are cordially invited.
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES of discourse in the
Congregational church tomorrow night:
'Creeds-Ther Use and Abuse; The Thomas
Case"
Metiodi,t-Servlces at the Methodist church
to morrow, morning and evening, conducted by
the pastor. Morning subject, "The Danger of
Apostasy."
Bdptst-In the morning the Rev. |. y. Hobart,
ID. D., of Chicago, will preach. In the evening
Mr.. Mcpherson will preach upon The Sale and
Purchase" Sabbath School at Il sharp.
Catholic On last Sunday the Ri. Rev. Bishop
Spaulding, of this Catholic Diocese, made an Of
fetal visit to Ottawa. In spite OF the rain and
mud, the services were very largely attended.
In the morning he was at st. Columbia church
and in the afternoon at the German church on
the west side. At both church,. ne administered,
the sacrament (or as protestants say, rite OF
confirmation, the total number Of candidates be-
ing over 100. In the evening he lectured to a
very large congregation at st. COLUMBIA church
on the history of the church.
r. r. HdU-Mrs. Hanson, of Norway, will
speak at the Red Ribbon Hall on tomorrow at.
ternoon at O'Clock.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22
Call and See Them !

For they are pleasing to the eye-those beautiful
silk and beaver dolmans and cloaks; and the
most handsome assortment of dress goods in the
city. Having purchased direct from eastern
markets, we are enabled to show you the Ia mott
of the season. We now have our fall stock com
plete in all departments. Never before were OUT
dress ornaments and trimmings so elaborate and
varied, consisting OF oil the latest novelties, sc
as to meet the requirements of the times. In
fact we have everything in the velvet, satin, silk
wool aud cotton line, and eau please the most
fsstidious. Novelties beyond description. You
will please us by giving us call, so we may
have the pleasure of showing yon. You will find
us obliging and accommodating, as much az pos
siele. Respectfully, FORBES Il FLICK.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

100000 acres of fine farming and grazing
lands for SALE in Eastern and Central Nebraska,
In the famous Platte Valley, on the line of the
Union Pacific Railroad and its branches, on long
time, six per cent. interest. Round trip tickets,
at very low excursion rates, from all points in
Illinois, by way Of Council Bluffs and Omaha, to
Columbus and return, to see these lands. Cor.
respondence solicited For free distribution:
The Pioneer, The Union Pacific Land Grant, and
State Maps, showing Counties ard Railroads.
Go and see these lands. Secure a home Of your
own. s. NJ. KNOX & Son, Princeton, H.
Agents OF Land Department L. p. Il. K.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

Work is progressing rapidly on the switch to
the -four mills, the new mill being enclosed and
rooted The machinery will be unloaded from
the cars into the mill. The crossing Of the street
Is quite job and a good deal OF grading Is ne
cessary, causing some inconvenience while the
WORK Is going on. Some officials and ncwspa-
pers seem 10 be borrowing a good deal OF trouble
on the subject. The Burlington road has never,
that We know Of, done anything in Ottawa that
would indicate any disposition 10 half do this
piece Of work; while their actual improvements
for Ottawa's convenience have been very numeT-
Gus. emitting them TO some privileges IN eN-
tending their tracks, especially as Ottawa factor
les are TO be as much benefited, perhaps more
than the railroad company. While the work on
the street is going on, there is good road under
the track ,ia the Strawn lumber yard, and as
soon as the track is laid the street gravel cars
can be unloaded easily, and the street properly
graded By water level the track will be on
about level with the canal bridge, 70 there will
be no injury TO the street.-the slight grade being
simply removed from the City Mills TO a point
further south on the approach TO the Illinois
river bridge.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

Our city is TO receive another visit from TIE
noted healer, Mrs. DR., Kcck, on Tuesday, the
25th inst. She will remain unIil the 3lst, at the
Clifton House, where she will receive all those
who are ailing. She is very liberal and fair in
her dealings with those who are about to become
her patrons. They are given trial treatment
free of charge; this renders everything plain and
satisfactory. All parties are satisfied and per
feet understanding exists between patient and
physician. Very few, indeed, who give the Doc.
tor trial, go away without taking further treat
ment, 1t is to be hoped that all who are ailing
with chronic diseases will avail themselves Of
this opportunity to be relieved. Mrs. DR.. Keck
has gwen great satisfaction TO her patients here,
and has growing demand for her services, Her
visit this time will be comparatively short, hence
it behooves everyone to consult her promptly.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22
Boys and children's overcoats, new, nobby
and cheap, Mt A. Frank 4 Co.'S.

The city council meets this evening to take
into consideration the payment of Mr. Pease's
bill for constructing the Cass street sewer. The
bill has been ordered paid; but the mayor re.
fuses to officially notify the treasurer to that ef
feet, hence the row. As the work has been done
under the direction Of the city authorities, /,
seems nonsense to refuse to pay the bill. The
mayor certainly doesn't expect his interfering
will shift the burden to the shoulders of the com
mittee as individuals.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

ExrosIrIoN-On Septe mber 6, :, 5, Q, 10, IA
Is, 49, II, "A, and October |, 5, 10, II, Il, 3D. 20,
81, %, the C., B. " Il. Il. Co. will sell excursion
tickets from this station to Chicago and return
for 81. 25 for the round trip. This includes ad-
mission ticket to the exposition, and will be good
for return passage TO include the following Mon
| day. l. ii. MARVIN, Agent
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

Invitations have been issued for the military
parties 10 take place Oct. %, Nov. -, Dec. y,
Jan. "a, Feb. - IA BALI and March 81. The plan
is a military drill each evening to which the adj
mission will be fifteen cent followed by dancing
until midnight, admission 50 cts for gentleman
or gentleman and ladies. On Feb. -, probably,
a regular ball will be given. These parties will
un doubleday prove pleasant, and should be we'll
attended.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

damon Ds.-Mr. r. III. Trask has on hand a SUI
perb lire of diamonds Of his own selection, and
mounted for him in original settings. They EN-
brace line of lace pins, earrings onyx and dia-
mond sets, solitaires, rings, &c. The stock is
the finest we have ever seen here; and as we
can't describe diamonds we suggest our readers
call and see Jhem.-New and beautiful designs
in Roman gold bracelets, solid gold watch
guards, chains. &c.-Mr Trask certainly deserves
a great deal of credit in bringing these goods to
Ottawa, making Ottawa in jewelry as in every
thing else, the centre OF attraction In this con-
gress,ona district.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

Mr.. Cochrane, the dynamite man, blew up(C
the artesian well in the rear Of the ST. Nicholas.
The tubing had been put into the well, but the
flow vas not satisfactory, and the blast was in.
tended TO assist the flow. The explosive was encas-
ed in a long tin tube which WIS charged with 20
lbs. of dynamite and dropped into the well over
300 feet below the surface. 1t wa. exploded by a
pistol cartridge at the top Of the tin tube shot by
dropping gas pipe on it, The explosion took
place, throwing the water some ten or more feet
above the top OF the well. The flow OF water has
not increased, however, and now Mr. Bradford
will continue digging for the water,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

Il. II. Trask is sole agent here for the celcbrat-
ed Gorham plated gOods-forks, spoons, &c.
There is one thing to be considered in buying
goods marked "Gorham" at Trask's-yOu buy
the best in the market. These goods are ex-
pected to wear for 20 years. the plate being heavy
enough to stand engraving. Compared with
other makes they are as valuable as II is to or
G-the proportion of silver used. The Gorham
goods are the J,st beyond question.-Osher plat,
ed and also solid goods always on hand.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22
MOURNING PAPER, EN-! kInSe csPss. fns sr y
VARIETY At Osm An HaDemaR's. west OF Court House.
OUR AGENTS.

THE FREE TRADER may be obtained at the following
places by the single copy subscriptions will be taken for
any length OF time at the regular rates:
g. WILEY, Seneca.
L. l. Don AaHo, Streator.
IN TRowBBIDGR. Marseies.
GEO. H. HERaER, for Troy Grove, Ophr and Waltham.
address, Troy Grove.
The paper always e at the office Of the Rock Island
r. r. Sc Clark st. under Sherman House Chicago for con-
yenienCe OF our friends.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

The American and L. s. express offices are to be
separated, the American going into the room
lately occupied by Woods Armory market. Who
the rev agent will be is not yet determined, we
believe. Mr.. Oliver Cornell is making an effort
to secure the agency. Mr.. Cornell is emnently
qualified for the position, and while not desiring
to discourage any other applicants, if there he
any, we may say we know of no one who would
be more generally satisfactory to the patrons Of
the American in Ottawa. Mr.. Porter, of course,
will remain with the L. S. 1t would be too I'M
natural to business to be compelled to confront a
new agent OF the L. s. here.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

! The largest stock OF hats and caps ever in OF.
tawa.
We invite special attention to our stock OF fur
cnps and fur band caps for men and boys. W.
hdN cGpsJor from % cts. 10 s22.
We have some nice, nobby stiff hats for youths
and young men as low as Sl0O.
We have also a large lot Of fur gloves fur mitts,
sheep mtts, buck mitts, buffalo mitts-mtts OF
all kinds, Halls patent husking gloves, sheep
gloves, buck gloves, beaver gauntlet gloves, very
fine. Gloves from 50 cts. up to the finest kind OF
fur gloves
Save your doctors bill and buy Fiske Il Beem's
medicated red flannel shirts and drawers. We
have all kinds OF shirts and drawers--every.
thing that the lsborer, mechanic, farmer, mer.
chant, clerk, doctor, lawyer minister want to
wear. Winter is coming; get ready and select
your goods while you have good stock to select
from. Fiske Il BEEN sell good goods very cheap
They buy for cash and sell for cash on the prnci
pie that nimble sixpence is better than slow
shilling. Call at Fiske Il Beem's for bargains
You always get your moneys worth at Fiske 4
Beem's. The child can buy as well as q man.
BUFFALO ROBES AND ROBES.
The largest assortment in any retail store in
the state.
Our compass and guarantee apply to fur goods
and buffalo robes.
Remember you always get your money back al
Fiske & Beem's.
Fiske & BEEN have the largest stock the larg
est store, the cheapest and best goods for child
rem, boys, youths and men. Ladies' are invited &c
call and see our Childrens and boys goods. kH
s,s, nice for little girls can be found there; also
a full line Of ladies' rubber circulars.
Don't forget Fiske & BEEN.
P.S, Look ont for tie electric light, rs com
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22
Exposition

c., RI. X 2. railway will sell excursion tick
cts 10 Chicago at s. - tor the round trip includ
ing ticket Of admission 10 the exposition on the
dates named below from Ottawa:
Issued. Coed 90 return on or oetora
oct TO- II, Il and l5............ Oct. IL, 1881
OCT. Il anu wv. II, ASS't
Tickets must be stamped by the secretary OF
the exposition and presented within the tins
limited for return passage. Respectfully.
ID. VI. HALL, Agent,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22
i'laiIlIls,

\ heavy stock Of large, medium and clstern
pumps-porcclain lined. iron lined and unlined.
for deep aud shallow wells. Finest quality. Tho
celebrated Buckeye force pump throws a coLtinu-
Gus stream, can be easily operated by child, and
will throw water over house.
MlNLEY, JORDAN & CowLEs.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

DIEu.-Mss Sarah y. Colwell, on Monday last,
died at the residence OF her mother, Mrs. John
Cowell, in this city. Just three weeks before
Miss Colwell was taken sick with malarlal fever,
which ultimately became typhoid pneumonia, re.
sultng in death. The funeral took place on
Monday afternoon at > o'clock, the Rev. Mr.. Ar.
mold officiating, with music by the VI +. church
choir, the room being filled with flowers, Tcmcm
brances from many friends.
Miss Sarah was Il years, mos. and - days
old. Her death is terrible blow 10 her mother,
whose main stay she was; and is very deeply re-
GREETED by all who had enjoyed her acquaintance
Her character WAS most lovely. Her good ma
ture was unlimited, and no matter what crosse:
came, she invariably preserved a sweetness o
temper that was as wonderful Us it was beauti
tul. Her friendships were deep, and for all sh,
had that feeling OF sympathy that rejoIced whet
they reoiced and mourned when mourning
came most charming young woman has
gone 70 her rest May her rest De sweet.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

In our last, In making mention of the electric
light, we inadvertently omitted the names of r.
II. Trask and g. Gehrng both Of whom expect
to have it in their stores. Both have handsome
stores, which this superb light will show off with
fine effect
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22
Buy your rubber goods at Child & Phipps'

The artesian well for Mr.. Reddick on the Nc
Phcrson place, west of town, has been finished
and sends up fine flow Of water. Some obstruc-
ton going in with the tubing reduced the flow
for few hours, and alarmed the borcrs; but
when the water had dissolved the obstruction it
rose several feet above the mouth OF the well
The tools will be removed to East Ottawa to put
down a well for Bnshnell, Cook and others.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

Here are some of Hull & Bartels' specialties
for the season:
Ladies' .Sealstin and Fur GoodS.-In this depart
meut Hull & Bartels have no rivals. The goods
are their own make, by experienced hands The
furs are their own personal selections, and not
bought by the bale BY guess. All garments are
trimmed in the best style with the best materials
for the money. They make all fur goods, from
the hsndsomest seal cloak to a muf, and all
guaranteed equal to the best work produced any
where and at reasonable prices-much below
Chicago prices for same work.
Far Tiimmings-All kinds OF fashionable fur
trimmings arc in stock, to be made to order on
short notice at the lowest rates.
Repairing Of Furs.-Careful attention paid to
this work. No sighting OF work allowed; and
satisfaction guaranteed.
Butalo Robes.-Our guarantee is enough tc
certify to the quality Of our stock. Read 1t: 1.-THE
buyer is allowed the use OF all robes we guaran-
tee from now until January l, 1882, Tor, in Other
words, we give a ninety days guarantee, no mat
ter when the goods are bought-now or three
months hence.) If they prove other than aE
guaranteed after three months use they may be
returned and the price paid will be refunded
We have had many years OF experience with
these goods, so that we cannot be deceived, and
annually make this guarantee; and we have
ne,cr hal robe returned. Our stock is very large
and contains all sizes of robes at wide range Of
prices.
Full stock Of hats and caps, furnishing goods
neckwear. gloyes, hosiery, underwear of all kinds
shirts &c. Call and see what we can do for you
HULL & BARTELs
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

Wholesale and retail. The I. y. L. is warranted
equal to the best; and we will not be undersold
in pumps, sewing machines or anything in our
line +. ID SwEETzER IL Co.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22
Diamond

| Fuller, Warren Il Co.'S Diamond" base burn
err for hard coal is the most effective low priced
base burner on the market 1t has square base
and is q very handsome stove Call and see 1t at
BOOTH Il KENDALL's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

Farmers in the western part of the township
have suffered severely from fruit thieves.
few nights ago thieves went to Will Smiths
place and carried off his entire crop, and one OF
two other farmers have gone through the same
experience.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

HAIR JEwELEY. Our popular jewcler is max
ing all kinds Of hair Jewelry 10 order. He shows
u superb line Of some % samples in hair so that
customers can see what they will get. The work
is very handsome, and done at avery reasonable
price.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

The chief difficulty in securing telephone
connection with Streator by La Sale and Ottawa
seems TO be the fact that the exchanges are own
ed by different companies; and will connect only
for consideration.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

The engineer of the new telegraph line was i
town on Saturday laying out his route. Oppc
stion in telegraph is the life of trade-f it lasts
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

The school election took place on Saturday.
Early that morning Mr.. L. j. Robson put in an
appearance to contest the case with Mr.. Petit,
and defeated him, securing 52l votes to Pettits
467
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

The Dewey Bros have purchased the Rentz
Foundry aud Machine Shops near the Illinois
river bridge, and will operate the factory, max.
ing barbed wire and check-mowers.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

Mr.. McDougal informs us that the mandamu
case has been postponed until Monday next
when the case will be heard in the U. s. Circui
Court, Chicago.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

Remember always that the place in Ottawa tc
buy boots cheap is at the PHILADELPHIA BOOT
AND SHOE HOUSE.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

Stiefers stock Of underwear is very large, COM
posed Of all the fine grades for winter wear Phi
ces below all others. Step in and see for your
self W STlEFEL,
AM. S.iefel x Co.'S old stand.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

PAINTERS. Two or three good painters want
cd Immediately. Apply to W. II. Gilman, shoE
1916 Main street.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

All persons indebted to D. Heenan * Co.'s OF
taws store are requested to call on and settle
with NJ X. RIordan, In whose hands these &C.
counts have been placed, and who has been au-
thori1ed by US to collect the same.
D. HEESAS s Co.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

started the ducks, and some good shooting north
west Of town is reported.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

The National Cookers Tournament takes place
in Louisville, Dec. ELY. Game fanciers will be
present from all parts Of the world, among whom
will be seen representatives from Ottawa Of
course
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

II. II. Matlock, auctioneer, can be found at
Megsfins boot and shoe store, 20 La Sale street,
Ottawa, His.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

Ladies', gents and children's underwear ant
hosiery, big stock and low prices, at
SCoTT Bros & Co.'S.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

CIDER-Mr. d. HolleCkcr will receive next
week a car load OF the best New York cider.
Those who want some OF it should let him know
at once, and should bear in mind also that cider
is scarce this year.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

Scott Bros. Il Co.'S cloak and shawl depart
ment is great attraction for the ladies. Elegan
garments very cheap.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

Another lot Of fine colored cashmercs, 40 inch.
es wide, new shades, splendid value, at Scott
Rrna ~ CO.s.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22
Notice.

Two lots in the southeast corner Of the Green
block in East Ottawa. Apply TO c. Griggs.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

Go where you can save money in purchasing
boys and children's clothing, west of the Court
House, at A. Frank { Co.'S.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

The best pebble spectacles for sale by L. II
Trask Perfect fits guaranteed.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

Child Il Phpps' have the most complete line
of mems and boys heavy boots in the city and
everyone should call and examine before pur-
chasing.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

The Utica Baptist church will be dedicated OF
October 30th, not tomorrow. Services beglr
lO:3OA AN
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

PUMP-"Red Jacket" double acting force
pump is very easy acting and effective pump;
the best for deep wells. For sale by
BoOTH &c KENDALL.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

TRuNKs-Elegant assortment and low prices
at A. Frank & Co.'S.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

There was rain enough for all purposes this
week, aud the ground is thoroughly soaked. Pc.
ta,o raisers are in hopes fair crop will be the
result On Monday night there was quite a frost
sufficient 10 Kill delicate plants.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-10-22

The machine shop on Madison street will b.
rebuilt at once, Stewart Il Pruett having the con
tract