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Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS.
Regular Monthly Meeting OF the
BoaTd-Accounts Passed.

The Board of County Commissioners met
at 10 q. N. yesterday, when the following
proceedings were had:
LIQUOR LICENSES.
The following named parties were grant
ed licenses to retail liquor:
Mrs. F. Kreete, two miles on White Bluft
road.
Mrs. NJ. Wilhelm, at Thunderbolt.
Mrs. E. A. Fisher, thirteen miles on Lou
isville road.
GENERAL BUSINESS.
The petition Of jeremiah McCrohan, chief
of convict guard, for increase of salary, was
reported upon adversely.
Petition OF Edward McVeigh, for remit
ting part of LIQUOR license, was refused.
The matter Of the improvement OF the jail
was continued, the City Council having
failed to take any action In regard 10 the
communication Of the board.
Iu the matter of the application OF VIII
liam Hunter for the Board Of Education IN
reference to increased accommodations 1oI
coIored schools, the board decided to meet
the Finance Committee of the Educational
Board in conference on the 18th instant.
Whereas, the County Treasurer reports on
hand for the new jail fund uninvested the
sum of 1898 IS, it was resolved that he DC
instructed to invest the same in city oonds.
The matter of the vaccination OF school
children and the poor Of the county was
referred to Commissioner LaWton, with
power to act.
A resolution was passed authorizing the
Clerk to draw a warrant Tor 81 2OO 10 pay
the benefciaries of the county up 10 the lsi
of April.
The names of Levy Mcguire and james
Taylor, colored, were ordered to be placed
on the beneficiary list.
The following communication was re-
ceived from the State School Commits
sioneT:
81 would respectfully call your
attention to an act, approved September 10
1881. and found on page AZ of the laws OF
1880 and 1881. The object Of the act is to
secure more effectuallY the collection OF the
tax imposed on liquor dealers. For the
year ending the 30th June last, the whole
amount of this tax collected throughout the
entire State was $4J 600. The United State:
Government for a tax identical in amount
realizes annually over 500, 900 for this State
The act to which l refer you imposes i'm
portant duties upon the Ordinances, and as
the money collected goes to the school fund
have thought it proper to bring this aci
| specially to your notice"
The communication was received as in
formation.
ReS0lyed. That the Clerk issue q warrant
for the sum of $4,000 in favor Of John
Williamson, Treasurer Of the Board OF Edu'
cation.
a communication from the Georgia Medi.
cal Society in relation TO smallpox was re-
ferred to Commissioner Lawton.
Petition of the residents of Beaulieu
Burnside and Montgomery praying the dis
continuance of liquor license to L. L.
Hover, at Montgomery. On motion, 1t wa;
referred to the Chairman, to report the Law
governing licenses, to be submitted at the
next regular meeting.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09

It will be seen by announcement else
where that excursion tickets to New Oh
leans will be placed on sale by the Central
Railroad on the 18th inst, and until the
10Th, inclusive, good to return until March
LIST. The carnival this year at New Or
leans will be, it is stated, on grander and
more magnificent scale than for several
years past, and the Crescent City, lovely
and attractive at all times,
will be particularly so on this
occasion, and such trip is well worth the
making. The rates which have been adopted
by the Central Railroad Company are, as
Will be seen by the announcement, very
reasonable from Savannah and from other
points, and the opportunity for visiting
New Orleans at moderate cost and at a
time when it will present. attractions
of uuusual and extraordinary brilliancy, is
favorable; and those who wish to make a
trip which can but prove interesting and
pleasant, should take advantage Of 1t.
Read the announcement and make your ar
rangements for going. The grand carnival
takes place Tuesday, the 2lst.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
A short Railroad Line Between Sac
vannah and COIumbfa. =. C.

A bill to charter the South Bound Rail-
road, as it passed the South Carolina Sen
ate, provides that the inc0rpOrators, and
any other persons as they may associate
with them, and their successors, are coRsti-
tuted body polite and corporate, for the
purpose and with the power Of constructing
q railroad from point within or near the
limits of the city of Columbia, S. c., to such
q point on the Savannah river, south Of the
town Of Hamburg, on said river, as will
make the shortest available line to Millen,
in the State of Georgia, with power to ex-
tend the line of road to the boundary line
between the State Of South Carolina and the
State of Georgia. And further, with the
power Of constructing a branch road from a
point in Barnwell county, to make short
line between the cities of Columbia and
Savannah. The capital stock OF said com
pany is not to be less than $500, 900, with the
privilege of increasing it TO such amount as
may be found necessary TO construct, ex-
tend and equip the railroad, not to exceed
So 600 600
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
aRrnce o. Sharnera.

Several days since two genteelly dressed
young men arrived in this city, and CD
tanned accommodations at one Of our best
hotels. They we're engaged in selling Bibles,
and said they represented a Washington
firm. A number Of the Bibles were dis
posed Of by them to our citizens at the price
Of SO each. While they were ont canvass
ing one day two boxes Of the books were de-
uvered at the hotel by the express company,
the express charges being paid by the pro-
prietOr Of the hotel, and charged to their
account. They decamped from the city on
the 7th, leaving the hotel proprietor minus
his board bill and the money he had sd-
vanced for the eXptess charges. The firm
In Washington, which they said they repre-
scented, were communicated with, when 1t
was discovered that the Bibles had been
stolen by them. aud the house had been en-
deavOring to ascertain their whereabouts TO
have them arrested, but without success
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
Inherto Nerr AdrertIsements

Reception Of Father Sheehy.
Meeting Of S0lOmOn's Lodge
Catholic Knights Of America.
NOtice-Chsrles Green's Son.
Two lots for sale
Apples, etc.-J. B. Rsedy.
COWpOx virus at StrOng's Drug Store.
Potatoes, horses, etc, at auction.
To confederation Hammond.
Chatham county citations.
The Mar1i Gras Carnival.
Father Sheehy's lecture-Sale Of seats.
Situation wanted on g plantation.
Operator wanted on Singer machine.
Feeders wanted.
Situation wanted as shipping clerk.
Young man wanted to learn engraving.
OFercOat lost.
Gold bar bIeastpin lost.
Grocery and bar for sale.
Office boy wanted.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09

A laconic paragraph appeared in these
columns on Tuesday mentioning the fact
that John Ghegan had been fined 81 or sew
en- days for violating city Johannesburg
q pistoI in the street. This Is the record as
shown BY the police docket. Mr.. Ghegsn
Is a private Waterman at 8 cotton ware
house, and had to carry pistol, and fired It
of on the other side Of the Ogeechee canal
within the city limits, hence no charge was
made against him Of carrying concealed
weapon. He plead guilty to the charge OF
friEg of the pistol and paid the fine OF 81,
the plea OF guilty and the sentence being
anrnnneed In nnen court
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
Address Before the Georgia His.
tOFIeaI Society.

General Henry r. Jackson, upon the In
Titation OF the committee charged with the
duty Of securing an orator for the anniver
sary Of the Georgia Historical Society, vii
repeat the substance Of his address before
the Mexican Veteran Association during the
Atlanta Exposition, Intervening these
with remarks upon the SOutherners who
took part in the Mexican war, and after
wards in the war between the States, com
menting upon the significance and the re-
suits OF the latter. The address viii be de
Iiyered in the Masonic Temple on Monday
evening, February IS. aud the public are
invited 70 attend. Admittance free.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
Time Of CIosIng the mam.

Northern mail. 500 and P. n
Charleston. 500 and P. Y.
Port Royal Railroad. and P. N.
For An points IN Florida. 10 A. \. and P n
Macon and Brunswick Railroad. 10 A T. ana
p n. =
p
ST. & ". r R., 10 A. n. and Pm
Brunswick, Darien and Doboy, 10 A 4. anu
qP.M ,.
AN points west OF Dupont, on SAVANNAH
Florida and Western Railroad, I P. n
Western mail, via Central Railroad, ; A n
and ESQ p n.
WfledgeviIIe and Eatonton, $50 Pm.
Hawkinsville, 10 A. n.
Savannah tSiver, Tuesday, P n.
on SUNDAY. mail for all points. 10 A. Il.
once hours from $50 4 n to $50 P. n
Money Order window open from SD A n 20
4:3OP. n.
once open for delivery OF mails from y n. to
/ p n on Sunday.
stamp window open Sundays and legal Holt
days from u N. TO p n.
Register window open Sundays and legal
HOLIDAYS from y n 70 P. n. for delivery only.
REGISTER NAIL
NoEthern ? and 5 P. n
Southern 10 A. n and P. n.
Western PIX
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
Handsome Furniture for the Holt
6nRa.

In this practical age those who wish to
commemorate the holidays are on the look
out for something useful to purchase as q
substantial testimonial to their loved ones,
who know that they are remembered, and
nothing could be better for this purpose
than q handsome set of parlor or bedroom
furniture, a comfortable rocker, or any of
the many articles which now comprise the
stock of a modern furniture house. Then a
new carpet or curtains, or both,
VIII prove practical token OF alice
ton, and at the same time, If
the donor be the head of the family, he can
also enjoy the comforts which his gift may
bring to the household. If this be the
method In which our citizens propose to
celebrate the holidays, they should visit
Messrs. Allen & Lindsay, 1863 and III
Broughton street, where they will find the
largest stock of furniture and carpets ever
seen in Southern house.-vAGv.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
4 Dog Commits suicide from Grief.

Some six months since Mr.. John Burger,
q switehman on the Central Railroad, died
from the effects Of injuries resulting from
fall from his engine. A fine English setter,
which belonged to him, was presented to q
gentleman IN this city By his widow in con-
sfderation Of his kindness and attention to
the family. A few days since the gentle
man shipped the dog to No. 81. Central
Railroad. 10 the care OF g friend there. The
day after his arrival the dog managed to
get loose from his kennel, and, it is asserted,
walked deliberately TO the railroad and
stretched himself across the track IN front
OF an engine and was run over and killed,
thus committing suicide, IS 1t were, from
grief.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09

Several parties have informed US that a
drunken tramp tuner had, within the past
three weeks, obtained work from them by
claiming to be in our employ, and in each case
the work was entirely unsatisfactory and his
presence Obnori0us The scamp is unknown
to us, and we will be obliged to anyone who
will point him out so that we can have him
arrested. Any person who solicits tuning from
hodse to house may be set down as not being
in our employ. We send tuners out only in re-
Spouse to direct orders. Beware of tramps!
IIJDDEN e RATES
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
stocks ana Bonds.

The market for stocks and bonds was
comparatively quiet yesterday. New sa-
Tannah bonds opened at s61l bid, $50
asked, and declined a qusrter-pOint, closir
At So bid, S61( asked. Southwestern opened
at rs bid, 129 asked, and closed unchanged.
Central Railroad 9 per cent. certificates
opened at 96l bid, 961z asked. and de
eiined a point, closing at 60 bid, 9651S
asked. Central common opened and closed
At $50 bid, 131 asked.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
IMPORTANT TO RAILROAD PEO-
PIE.
No More Accidental Coupling that
can be Adjusted without Risk.

The following from the Rdilroad Spike
will interest railroad men and mechanics
generally:
George Edgar Rollingpin, talented
young mechanic Of this city, has lust OBJ
tanned a patent for what has hitherto proved
a fruitless experiment, and which will be
greeted as God-send by those interested.
His invention is a coupling for railroad cars.
This appliance is in brief as follows: The
description being too lengthy we omit 1t to
say that it is positively necessary that
Mitchell, the Clothier, "a Whiteker street,
should clear out his stock of Winter Cloth
ing to make room for his Spring supply, and
to this end he has virtually slaughtered
prices. h guarantees bis Clothing, and
his known reliability precludes any posi-
bility OF any one having cause for dissatis-
faction with anything bought from him.
Nobody can updersell him II quality Is con-
sidered.-Aea0 R0dsaak GlO6e.-AdV.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
New Music.

We have received copy Of a new piece
Of sheet music, a lively waltz, entitled
'stolen Glances," by Miss Marie Ely, who
composed the "Whip and Spur Galop,'
which was PLAYED by the Guards Band In
the parade on the 19sh January, and was so
generally admired. Miss Ely is an accom-
plished lady, and has rare musical ability,
her reputation as q composer being well
established in her native city, Elizabeth,
Nj
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
CITY Court.

Hon. WIN. D. HARDEN, Judge, presiding.
Court convened at 10 O'Clock a. m. yester-
day, when the following proceedings were
had:
w. D. NAPLES, plaintiff, vs.. The Western
Union Telegraph COMPANY, defendant.
Verdict for plaintiff for 1919 09 principal,
with interest from 22d of June, 1881, at z per
cent, and costs Of suit.
Order granted opening default in the case
of w. g. Lawton vs.. James H. Roberts and
setting aside the judgment.
J. W. MurchisOp VS.. g. W. Sergent. Brief
OF evidence on motion for new trial filed.
Court adjourned until to-day at 10 O'Clock
8, m.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09

Messrs. Allen g. Lindsay have the larges
stock of carpets, comprising the latest de-
signs, that has ever been brought to Savan-
nah. They have also set OF competent
upholsterers, whose work is nrst, class, ano
can Law CARPETS. .upholster or decorate a
house in the shortest possible time. AL
work will be done in first-class style, at
reasonable prices, promptly, and in the
most expeditions manner.-Ad0.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
TmDortant 10 Mothers.

Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup is the
only thing that mothers can rely upon for
their children. 1t corrects aciditY of the
stomach, cures wind collie, regulates the
bowels and gives rest, health and comfort
to mother and child. During the process of
teething its value is incalculable. 1t softens
the gums, reduces Inflammation, and allaYs
all pain, thereby giving rest to the child
and comfort to the mother. Twenty-Five
cents q bottle.--AG5.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09

VIII be offered In ladies' and children's
fine French and English Hosiery, ladies'
Undervests and Corsets. Also Sack Silks,
Black Cashmeres. The balance of my
stock OF Velvets, Pushes, Fancy
Feathers--in fact, all Millinery Goods, will
be sold regardless of cost. Call early and
secure bargains. Fl. G. Houston, 140
Broughton street.-Adv.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09

At a dinner party given by Thomas
Fowler, of New 1ork, to President
Gowan, of the Reading Railroad, the
sorbets were served in wheelbarrows of
the pattern of those used by the Penn
sylvania coal mines, and one feature of
the desert was locomotive in ice cream,
with the letters R. R. R. on it's sides in
candied fruit.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
Injured while Coupling Cars

Yesterday, John Higgins, switchman al
the Central Railroad wharf, while engaged
in uncoupling some cars, met with very
painful accidenr, the thumb Of his right
hand being mashed, and be was also severely
bruised. The accident. it is presumed. wa
the result Of carelessness, as Is often the case
with those who are accustomed to such
work
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09

About The last of February Mr.. Meek
er, st. Louis artist, will come South,
and, by special invitation, visit the plan
tation of his friend, Mr.. Joseph Jeffer-
son. After remaining there a short
time he will go to Florida for the pur-
pose of making collections for new
studies.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
Notice.
OFFICE SAVANNAH GAS LIGHT Co,
JANUARY 2sth. 1889.

OFFICE SAVANNAH GAS LIGHT COMPANY
SAVANNAH, January 25 1882 {
The following extracts from the Minutes ct
this Company are published for the informa-
ton of the people Of Savannah:
JANUARY 2Sth, 1882.
WHEREAS, The various improvements that
have been in progress during the past year at
the works Of the Savannah Gas Light Company
with view to diminish the cost of manufactur-
ing gas from coal, or oil or other substance
can be evailed of during the coming summer;
therefore be it
ReSoIUed That on or before the first day Of
September next the rate charged by this com
pany for gas furnished to its patrons will be
reduced to a price as low as the diminished
cost Of production will permit, leaving mini
mum return on the capital invested. And this
company will at all times supply gas to our
citizens as low as any other company in Sa-
vannah. j. +. GILMER,
President and Treasurer
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
The Ran OF the e. B. 5. c. club.

The Ball OF the E. b ;. G. UIuDs
The ball given by the E. B. S. c. Club
last night, at Turner'S Hall, was very largely
attended, there being more than three hui
dred persons present, all Of whom appeared
To epiov themselves exceedingly. The
nusie was very fine, and the dancing was
continued until a late hour, and the affair
was the best attended OF the many excellent
entertainments given by this organization.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09

An article of true merit-"Brown's Bron-
chIal Trcches" are the most popular article
in this country or Europe for Throat Dis
eases and Coughs, and this popularity is
based uDOD real merit.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09

Dress Shirts, the best in the United
States and the best fitting Shirt; our IN
laundried is Wamsutta body and the finest
linen bosom at 81. Try them, and you will
never buy any other. Go to the Famous"
New York Clothing House, 40 Congress
streets-AdU.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09

Indications FOR the South Atlantic States
to-day: Partly cloudy weather with local
rains, stationary or higher temperature,
lower pressure, and winds mostly sOutherlY.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09

Can be had by every lady who VIII use
Parker's Ginger Tonic. Regulating the In
ternal organs aud purifying the blood, 1t
quickly removes pimples and gives healthy
rn1uunu
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09

are a great novelty, but BLAoKwELL's
BULL DURHAM CIGARETTES are made
from the best and plsreSt leaf tobacco, are
covered with pure imported rice paper and
do not contain any opium or other drugs so
commonly used in other cigarettes. All
genuine have trademark of the BULL on
each packsge.-AdU.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
To Tax Payers.

CITY TREAsURER's OFFICE,
SAVANNAH, GA, January 20. 1882
The Book of Assessments on new improve
ments for the year 1882 will be open for inspec-
ton of tax payers for the next thirty DAYS
and all applications for appeal from the As,
sesors' valuation must be made within that
time. JAMES E. COPE,
City Treasurer
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09

Fine blue Castro double-breasted Sack
Coats, suitable for railway conductors, fast
color, warranted, at GA. worth $50, at the
"Famous" New York Clothing House, 14O
Congress street.-Adg.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09

Business and Dress Suits, as fine as any
body can make to order, which we sell for
no more than half the price a merchant
tailor would charge. Go to the "Fsmous"
New York Clothing House, 14O Congress
street-Ad1
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
R5yer Report.

The height CT the river a. Augusta a. 1:4l
O'Clock p. N. yesterday was fourteen fee
three inches, fall Of four feet ten inches
during the preceding twenty-four hours
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
Mtaes anu liquors.


FEBRUARY 18th, 1882.
THE firm of OESTRINGER & IMAGINATION
Il has this day dissolved by mutual consent.
N. OESTRINGER
JOHN ]. IMAGINATION.
JOHN J. IMAGINATION having purchased the
interest Of N. OESTRINGER ia the firm OF
OESTRINGER & IMAGINATION, viii be pleased
to receive all orders at the old stand. No. 8
Abercorn street. All outstanding bills paid
and all bills collected BY undersigned.
JOHN J. IMAGINATION.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09

The best Of Clothing at the lowest of low
prices At the Famous" New York Clothing
House, 40 Congress street, Savannah
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
Reception of Father Shenbv

The gentlemen who are to receive Ireland's
representative on arrival Of train tonight
will please meet at Mr.. Luke Carsons. corner
A6ercorn and Broughton streets, at $3.50 o'clock
THIS EVENING.
THQS. D. DOWNING,
Chairman.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
&MarriagRs.

KING-MANER.- Married, in this city, on
January 25th, by Rev. ]. E. L. Holiness Mr.
JAMES NJ. KING, of Savannah, Ga, and Miss
LULA V. MANER. only daughter of S. s. Manner,
Of Thomas county, Ga. No cards.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
BURNETT,S COCAINE,
The Reata aud CheapeaI Hair Dressing

It kills dandruff, allsys irritation, and
promotes vigorous growth of the Hair.
Burnett's Flavoring Extracts are invari-
ably acknowledged the purest and best.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
1 remain, dear, sirs, yours faithfully,


Gray hairs are honorable, but their pre-
mature appearance is annoying. Parker's
Hair Balsam prevents the annoyance by
promptly restoring the youthful color.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09

Gutmsn Bros. are selling Ladies', Gents
and Children's Merino Underwear at cost
ADJ.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
$pRc,al Eptifss.
Notice.

Neither the Captain nor Consiguee of
the Spanish bark ''Nalon, Garcia, Master, will
be responsible for any debts contracted by the
crew Of said vessel.
CHARLES GREEN'S SON,
Consignee.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09

IT'S acknowledged that the handsomest
Parazols can be had at Gutman's.-Adg.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09

For extra large sizes of Black Doeskin
Pants go to Levy's, Congress and Jefferson
streets-Ad0
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
Pure Ciparaffar.

All the new styles in Gents Collars, Cuffs
and NeckWear at Gutman Bros'.-AdV.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES

The latest styles in Hoop Skirts just re-
ceiYed at Gutman Bros. i-Adu.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09

The largest assortment of Ladies' Cam.
brio Underwear is at Gutman Bros. '-AdU.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09

E. Reidt will sell his Winter Clothing a
greatly reduced prices.-AdU.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09

Just received, beautiful Silk Handker-
chiefs, in great variety and cheap, at the
Famous" New York Clothing House, 14O
Congress street.-Adv.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-02-09
To-naH

If you want to see handsome Embroid-
cries, go to Gutman Bros.