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The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16
Accomplished Her Purpose.

SHELBYvILLE, April 10.-Mrs.
Ursy, the wife of a farmer living 16
miles south of this place, has met
with a terrible death. A few days
ago she had little quarrel with her
husband and took the following
means OF frightening him. She
emptied the contents of a coal oil
can over her clothes, and then pro-
ceeded to do the same with the
lamps, afterward tossing them into
the street. By this time she was
thoroughly saturated with oil, and
her young children, becoming fright
ened, called in one OF the neighbors,
who staid until her husband came
home Her husband, paving no at
tention to her on entering the room,
she deliberately walked up to the
stove and ignited her dress. She
was Immediately enveloped in
flames, and rushing into the street
threw herself into a ditch. Her hus-
band attempted to rescue her from
her fearful position, but could not
succeed in tearing off her clothes
until it was too late. She fingered
in great agony, and died on Wednes-
day morning.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16
Sheep Disease.

ERIE, PA, April 10-A strange
and heretofore unknown disease has
broke out among the sheep in the
southern part of this county. The
afflicted animal commences stamp
ing and will then run at rapid
pace with his head close to the
ground. They then refuse food of
every kind, but drink large quanti-
ties of cold water for two or three
aays, when they commence running
at the nose and die in a short time.
This disease made its appearance
first in hoeks of w. B. Ferry. 1t is
feared that it is the peculiar mala-
bly, knowd as grub" which has
been making sad hov0c in Ohio
1t is said that the eggs of which are
desposited by an insect in the sleeps
nostril in the summer. The egg
matches eut in the spring and be
gins burrowing up into the brain /;
which, when reached, causes death.
No remedy is known for the ma
laIV
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16
Dying in Droves.

PHILADELPHIA, April 10.-"Over
S20,000.0O0 has been spent in estab-
lishing homes fer the engineers and
workingmen along the route of the
Panama Ship canal" said Captain
James Wiltbank, who has been for
more than year engaged in dredg-
ing operations on the canal, and who
has just returned home after a tough
tussel with the dreaded swamp fe-
yer.
Plenty of money there, then,
Captain p
'Oh, plenty. There is only one
thing more common than cash, and
that is death. Men die like the
leaves in autumn. Only the Ital-
ians appear to live. The dead are
disposed of without ceremony. A
shallow grave, no prayers, and all is
in a moment forgotten. There are
now 1000 men at work on the Ca
nal, mostly negroes from Jamaica
and the French West Indies. These
negroes are brought over in droves
as fast as those at work die, and |
venture to say that not two-thirds of
the 1900 labo-ers now at work will
be alive a year from now. It's dread
ful. Five thousand died during the
last three months but the large pay
tempts men 10 brave all the danger.
The company appears to have an
unlimited supply OF money and
pays their hands of every two
vepks
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

THE Philadelphia Record, 4 Free
trade Democratic journal, sizes up
the late State Convention Of It's par
ty, held at Allentown, as follows
1T had not the courage to do
right or wrong except in matters
about which there is no dispute.
1t lodged the
tariff issue in a resolution which is a
tumble of contradictions and absurd
ities it lodged the silver question
it lodged an expression of views in
regard to the revival of our shipping
trade; it lodged everything of i'm
meGlate political interest except Mr..
Randall. The par
ty will repudiate him again at Chi
cago.'
Since the days Of the Jackson ad-
ministration, the Democratic party
of this State has been a constitu-
tional dodger, and eminently SO on
the tariff question, and the only sur
prise is that the Record hsped that
it would take square ground with its
party in the Nation, in favor Of
Free-trade. 1t ought to have known
its old colleagues better.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16
Damages by RaIn-storIns.

SAN Francisco, Cal, April IL
Heavy rains continued throughout
the State. The Southern Pacific
road through Soledad canon has
again been seriously damaged by
washouts. At Newhall, keene and
Mojave the tracks have yeen wash
ed away at different places. Passen-
gers who left for the east via the
Southern route on Tuesday and
Wednesday last have returned
here. General Manager Towne says
it will take four days to make the
necessary repairs. At Fresno a cy
clone demolished several buildings.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16
Instantly Killed.

PoTTsvILLE, Pa, April 9.-Robert
Bradley, young man engaged on
repairs on the Reading Railroad
met with with shocking death this
afternoon. He was engaged in clear
ing the snow out of one of the switch
es in the depot yard as the Frack-
vile train came backing in. The
step of one of the ears struck him
on the head, mashing it into a Jelly
and breaking his neck.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16
a Destructive FIRE.

GARRETTsvILLE. o., April IA
destructive fire visited our town at
day-break this morning. The fire
originated in French's livery stable,
completely consuming it; all the
horses and carriages were saved.
The adjoining residences of Mr.. Ed
Elkton, and Mr.. Charlie Thayer
were burned to the ground with
nearly all their contents. The loss
on residences was covered by insur-
ance. but the livery stable is COM
plete loss. Garrettsvil' e has not had
such a fire for years. Had the wind
not ceased its fury a whole street
would have been laid waste.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

Ir is settled by the decision Of the
Supreme Court Of this State that il
a qualified elector is not registered
two months before the election there
Is no method OF curing the defect
except that prescribed in the election
law. He must swear TO the fact O.
his qualifications and fortify his ties.
timony by the oath Of another suali-
died elecior cognizani Of the iac;..
His vote, even IL accepted at the
polls, without required proof cannot
be counted. SO it is a very import
an; matter for every voter to see
that he is registered in time; and If
ne Is not, TO see that the evidence of
his right to vote is made complete.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

General William II. Koontz, of
Somerset, appears TO be one Of the
Jingoes who are sighing for what
they call "a more vigorous foreign
policy under a warlike administra-
tion Of the statesman OF Maine. The
mild. but sensible and firm, foreign
policy OF Arthurs administration is
held in profound contempt by these
fiery patriots. But should Blaine be
elected. aud should his "vigor get
the country into an unpleasaniness
with some outside barbarian, there
Is too much reason 10 fear that
many 81 the fiercest among them
would turn up in the list OF absent
or missing. philadelphia Record.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16
sentence Of Il Red Man.


CLARKsBURG, w. Wa, April 8
Noah Little. one of the notorious
Dodridge county red men. and the
last one of the gang indicted here
last fall for -obbing the United States
mail was to-day sentenced by Judge
Jackson to four years confinement IN
the penitentiary. The sentence was
much lighter than it should have
beed, owing to the fact that the pris-
oner confessed to to the robbery and
gave evidence which led to the arrest
and conviction of others of the red
mems organization. 1t is believed
the oIder is now thoroughly broken
up in DOdridge county.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16
The Cattle Plague.

WAsHISGToN, Pa, April 9.-In
some parts of the county stockmen
are losing their cattle by the foot and
mouth disease. Some of them show
two symptoms of tine disease, jerking
up one and leg arching the back as
ifcold. Robert Vance, Of Patterson s
Mills, lost two of his fine herd a dav
or two since"
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

WHILE the spectators have been
maintaining the price of wheat in
this country, with the hope of a for
eigr demand, reports come from
London of overstocked granaries.
The English have been supplying
their wants from the vast grain fields
of Russia and Hindeostan, and our
sPeculators are left with our i'm.
mense supplies on hand.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

Our friends in Bedford are COM
ing TO the front with quite an array
of Congressional candidates. In the
Inquire. We hnd the cards OF John
II. Jordan. Jonathan b. Cessna. and
John Lutz, Esqrs. who are all aspi-
rants for the nomination.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16
Woman aud Child Murdered.

RICHMOND, April 10.-A double
murder was committed this morn
ing here, ii is supposed by Jack
Thornton, colored, of his wife and
baby. Thornton was under indict-
ment for seduction and married his
victim, Marie Glenn. the day previ-
Gus, to escape legal results. He is
still at large.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

NorwIIHsrANDING all his dcclara-
tions shat he viii not be a candidate,
that willy cid gentleman, Samuel J..
Tilden. has established a literary
bureau at Washington, which is
hard al work to bring about his nom
inaiion 4. the proper time.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

A PROPOSITION to abolish the whis-
ky tax was yoted down in the
House last week, there being thirty
one votes in favor of the proposition,
and one hundred and seventy-nine
against it. This looks as if this
Congress at least, will not abolish
the Internal Revenue system.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16
Snow Storm.

MOUNT CARMEL, April 9.-The
heaviest snow storm of the winter
has been raging throughout the coal
region since early this morning.
Many collieries suspended at noon.
Railway travel is much impeded.
The heaviest snow fall of the win
ter occurred at Baltimore yesterday
but the flakes melted as they touch
ed the earth. Railroad travellers re-
port the telegraph poles down in all
directions from the force OF the
oale.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16
Mass Meeting.

New YORK, April 9.-As it was
known General Grant would not
preside at the Confederate Home"
meeting in Cooper Union tonight,
owing to disability, the large hall
was not crowded, as it otherwise
would haye been. Yet fully 1,500
persons were present and enthusias-
tic for the success of the movement.
Corporal Tanner of Brooklyn, presid-
ed, and the exercises begun by the
band playing Dixie. Many letters
of regret were read. General Han
cock sent assurance of his very best
wishes and efforts for success. Gen.
Bristow promised his support. DIR.
Talmags also sent letter of .ympa-
thy with the movement in lieu Of
his presence. General George A.
Sheridan made a characteristic
speech, and was followed by General
FLOYD and Judge Tourgee 1t was
stated Florida had voted $1,000 for
the House and that Chairman Tan
ner had raised a like sum. Many
confederate and federal soldiers were
on the stage.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

THERE was a significant vote TAX
en- in the House last week, on a mo-
ton to restore the duty on wool.
Thirty-seven Democrats only, under
the lead of Mr.. Randall, voted for it,
and the motion was defeated-Yeas,
10. Nays, l26.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

Col. Bon INGERsoLL has been
defeated by Mr.. Perry Carson, (cel-
ored, as a delegate from the District
OF Columbia to the Republican Ma
tional Convention. The voice of the
great Blaine "boomer will be missed
at Chicago.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

WHATEVER may be the result Of
President Arthurs candidacy for a
denomination. it should not be for
gotten that to his judicious and con-
seryatiye administration is largel V
due the hattering prospect of Re-
publican success in November.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16
The Baltimore and Ohio = Dividend

BALTIMORE, April 10 At the
monthly meeting of the b. d o. r.
Il. Yesterday. the Finance Committee
submitted its report for the fiscal
half.year ended March 81, and its
recommendation of a cash dividend
of 5 per cent. was declared on the
stock Of the main stem and Wash
ingtou branch. The result for the
half fiscal year shows, after payment
of the ) per cent. cash dividends,
over $4,000 TO be added to the
surnlus fund.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

Ir looks very much from the way
the leaders of the Independent Re
publicans in this county, made faces
at the Regulars, who desire Mr.
Blaine's nomination, that they are
not SO desirous OF Mr.. Blaine's sue
cess, as they are TO boss the ranch
themselves.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

THE Independents of New York
have determined to support Ed
munds for President and Lincoln
for Vice President, and they are ar
ranging to go in force to Chicago and
work in the Interests of that ticket.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

There is no mistaking the fact
that S. J. Tilden is The prophet
which the Democracy would like to
honor. There are but two things
that can prevent his nomination
one is the fear that he NAV not live
until after the election the other is
his declination of the compliment.
A Nebraska Democrat, referring to
the first of these, says: He might
die about October, and then we
would be in a hole from which only
Providence could extricate US. To
which the Globe Democrat responds
The danger of getting into a hole
where Providence would have TO be
relied upon should be sufficient, II
seems to us, to settle the matter from
a Democratic point OF view. Proyl'
dence never yet did anything for the
Democratic party except TO warn II
against the wrath to come. Inter
Ocean.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16
Convincing.

The proof Of the pudding is not in
chewing the string, but in having an
opportunity of testing the article di-
rect. C. n. Boyd has a free trial bot
tie of DR.. Bosanko's Cough and
Lung Syrup for each and every one
who is afflicted with coughs. colds,
asthma, consumption, or any lung
affection.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

CASH wheat was down to seventy
five cents in Chicago last week.
This il good news for those who
have tc earn their bread by the sweat
of the brow, although it may not
make the producers feel jubilant.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

The statue of that historic Penn
sylvanian. Peter Muehlenburg, has
been finished by Miss Blanche
Nevin, and is now ready to take its
appropriate place in the capitol at
Washington.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

THE report comes from Washing
ton that a strong movement has been
started TO bring about the nomina-
ton of Grant and Lincoln. The
story seems improbable, bat the
knowing ones say, in the event OF
Blaine's failure to secure the prize,
the chances all favor this result.
General Grant, like Mr.. Blaine, is
not a candidate, but his friends are
working in his interests.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16
Everybody hnows IL.

When you have the Itch, Salt
Rheum, Calls, or Skin Eruptions of
any kind, and the Piles, that you
know without being told Oft, c. n.
Boyd, the Druggist, will sell you DR..
Bosanko's Pile Remedy for 80 cents,
which affords immediate relief, and
is sure cure foy either of the above
diseases.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

FREDERICK DOUGLASS says that
General Logan is the choice Of the
colored Republicans for President.
They favor him because he mas back
bone.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

TrE Republican State Convention
in Georgia last week elected dele
gates to the National Convention
who are uninstructed, but are said
to be for Mr. Arthur.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

SENATOR CAMERON. it is announc-
ed in GdlignanTS Messenger, has now
completely regained his health. He
and his wife have just returned to
Paris, after travelling considerably in
Suain.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

gates was almost foregone cenclu-
sion. But Pennsylvania is a safe
Republican State, whoever the can
didate may be, and the effect of Mr..
Blaine's success here upon the Ma
tional Convention viii probably be
inconsiaerable. Many claim that a
stronger candidate could be found
for the western States, and Mr..
Blaine's ability to carry New York
j. certainly open to question.-North
American
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

Those newspapers which regard
Mr.. Blsines success in securing del
egates IL this State as at all surpris-
ing or having any special signifi-
canoe are somewhat short-sighted.
Mr.. Blaine has always been popular
here. and that he would receive the
support OF the Pennsylvania dele.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

Is the great hall at Chicago, where
the National Convention will be
held, arrangements will be made to
accommodate 5000 to 5000 specta-
tors
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

IN New York the result OF the
election for delegates is unfavoraole
TO President Arthur, in 4 large num-
her Of the districts.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

THE Cincinnati mob has frighten-
ed one Of the murderers confined in
the iail into insanity. This will save
his lawyers a great deal Of hard
work.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

IT is a great deal worse to be a
liar. than to be called one. How
many people think Of this ?
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

In numberless bulbs beneath the
skin is secreted the liquid substance
which gives the hair its texture. col
or and gloss. When this secretion
stops, the hair begins at once to be-
come dry, lustreless, brittle and
gray. Is that the condition of your
hair? If so, apply Parker's Hair
Balsam at once. 1t viii restore the
color, gloss and life by renewing the
action of nature. The Balsam is not
an oil, not a dye, but an elegant toi-
let article, highly appreciated be-
cause of its cleanliness. 40
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

THERE il one institution in Ohio
which seems prosperous. The penl-
tentiary at Columbus netted s4,oVO
above all expenses in March.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

GENERAL LOGAN has carried nearly
ali the delegates in Illinois, and Will
have virtually a solid delegation
from that State.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16
THE NOMINATIONS.

THE NOMINATIONS.
Richard Vaux, of Philadelphia !;
B. J. McGrann, of Lancaster, and
II. B. Plumer, of Venango, were
chosen electors-at-large, also by ac-
clamation.
The .lelegates-a:-la are William
J. Parritz, of Philadelphia William
A. Wallace, of Clearfeld James P.
Barr, of Allegheny; Eckley B. Coke
of Luzerne; b. F. Myers, Dauphin
end Wn. H. Sowden, Of Lehigh.
The convention then adjourned.
ELECTORAL TICKETS.
The electoral tickets is as follows
At Ldrge-Richard Naux, b. J.
McGrann, II. B. Plumer.
DISTRICT DELEGATES.
The following are the district del
egates to the National COnyention {:
Robert S Pattison, Geo. Ne
Gowan,
2.-Walter Mcguire, John Il. Read.
3.-Wm. f. McCully, John NJ.
Campbell.
4.-Samuel J. Josephs, Thomas j.
D. Elahinty.
5.-Michael Egan, John Fuller
ton.
! G.--J. l.. Fordon, Ezra Evans.
Charles Hunsicker. George
Ross.
1 S.-George Smith, George f. Baer.
| 9.-B. F. Davis. VIM. Patton.
/ 10.-Edward Harvey, William
Mutchler.
! 11.-David Lowerberg, r. B.
Fruit.
12.-J. X. Bogert, J. II. Burns.
13.-James Ellis, VIM. A. Man.
ia. J. Dill, W. L. Dewart, Sr.
15.-Geo. A. Post, Jno. w. Pratt.
16.-R. p. Allen, f. H. Herman.
III. d. Woodruff, A. H. Cof-
froth.
1S.-D. \. Orr. JOS. C. Barrett.
| 19.-T. B. SaXtOn, Edward f,
Zeigler.
20.-W. W. Rankin, Harry A.
Hall.
21.-John A. Marchand, T. B. Sea
right
22-Patrick Foley, Gilbert T.
Rafferty,.
23.-Malcolm Hay, VIM. Dixon
24.-Jas. B. Il. Streater, John NJ
Buchanan.
25.-E. S. Graf, John F. Brown.
26.-Walter Price, John L. Nc
Kinney.
27.-Benjamin Whitman, Chas
II. Noyes.
Tie between Michael Bear and
Richard Kahn.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

THE Richmond Whig says that
Virginia can poorly afford to assist
in breaking down the tariff. Nine
tenths of the people of the State do
not spend $40 per annum for sup
plies from abroad, and the tariff re-
duction, while it might save them a
few dollars, would at the same time
destroy home manufactures, reduce
the value of farm products, and de-
stroy the home market" Every
farmer and every workingman can
see that this j. true to the letter.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

The Republican State Convention
that meets in Harrisburg to-day,
10th, bids fair to be the most har-
monious body Of the kind that ever
assembled at our State Capitol. The
sentiment is like the handle of a
lug. all on one side. The Delegates
at-Large to the National Convention
will unqeestionably be selected from
among the supporters of Mr.. Blaine,
and as the Convention has no
other duty to perform, except
the nomination of a candidate
for Congressman-at-Large. there
will be no room for any
feeling calculated to create jar. The
Convention has nothing to do with
the selection of district delegates, and
harmony will therefore not be dis
turbed by any local differences 9re-
vailing in the State
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16

THE Harrisburg Independent says
that Auditor General John A. Lem
on is strongly urged by the Repub-
licans CT Blair county to become a
candidate for Congressman in this
district, and that General Lemon be-
ing interviewed said that he was
not a candidate for the position Of
his own volition, but inasmuch as
his friends and neighbors insisted
upon his becoming their candidate,
he would not decline to do so, and
place the subject entirely in the
hands of the people of the district.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16
A DEMONSTRATORS NOTICE.

Estate Of OF jeremiah Woy late Of Somerset Bur.
ough, Somerset County. Pa. deceased
Letters OF administration on the above estate
having been granted 20 the undersigned by the
pTOper authority notice is hereby given 10 an
persons indebtei 20 said estate 10 make inmsll-
ate payment, and those having claims Against ne
same - prescnt them culy heuticafed tor SET
uement On SATURDAY. the i5th day IL Nav. ISL
ough.
JOSIAH BRANT.
Aus TN DENNISuN
apIf- Administrator
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16
NOTICE

SOMERSET Il CAMBRIA X r. Co.
PIrTsBURGH, April Is. Iss4
Notice Is hereby given that the Annual Meet
ing Of the Stockholders OF the Somerset 4 cam
Drla Railroad Company will be held at the office
OF the Ba timore X Ohio Railroad COMPANY in ,be
CITY OF Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on sion,Isy
may D. 1881, at 2 O'Clock n, tor the uurrose II
erecting President and Board Of Directors 10
serve serve ior the ensuing year, and for the transar-
fore the meeting w
WELTY MCCULLOGH.
Secretary.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-04-16
A DMINISTRATOR'S NOTICE.

Estate of Elijah Berkey, deceased. late of enper
Twp, Somerset Co, Pa.
Letters of administration on the above estate
having been granted TO the undersigned by the
proper authority, notice is hereby given to al
persons indebted to saif estate to make fmmedi
ate payment and those having claims against the
same to present them duly authenticated for set
tlement Saturday, May "a, at the late re sdence
Of the deceased.
SAMUEL Z. BERKEY.
aprlo. Administrator