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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10
The Social Kite.

Though not described by Audubon, the
social kite deserves word. You, in your
affable way, start topic, novel and inter
esting. Scarcely have you flushed your
game ere your kite pounces on it, tears it
from you, and proceeds to discuss it for The
benefit of the company. You are good ma
tu-ed, and let him have his own way
Presently JONES' on the other other side of
the table, smiling pleasantly, begins the
recital of some interesting incident which
happened down town in the morning.
Jones is not talkative man and this is the
one little moroccan by which he hopes to
shine at dinner. The kite lets him get as
far as the second sentence, and swoops
down as before. Having plucked every
feather from this second prey (clumsily,
too, rending and tearing it, and not at all in
the neat manner in which you or Jones
would have done it), he relapses into tenn
porary silence, watching with eager eye for
his next victim, ready with beak and claws
for the first idea that flies. If, happily
you attempt to continue your story, there
follows the most disagreeable duet, the kite
usually getting the best Of it by logged
persistency and ill-breeding, and leaving
you somewhat nettled for so small mat
ter. The kite is by no means rare bird.
He is hardy, with a hide of phenomenal
thickness. Though solitary as regards 9th
er kites, he dearly loves the society of men;
for left to himself, there is no one to inter-
rupt or from whom to fitch ideas When
by chance two kites meet, spirited contest
ensues, the louder mouthed and more i'll
bred (there are degrees in kites) carrying
the day, and the rest of the company wish
ing them in Jericho. There is probably no
more disagreeable social nuisance, in a
small way, unless it be the man who allows
you to finish, and then laboriously explains
your remarks to the company. Both forms
of ill-breeiing are common enough. The
latter arises from stupidity, and both pro-
coed from the caddish assumption that the
speaker knows more than yourself Of the
matter which you are discussing coupled in
many cases. with sneaking desire to fitch
your idea. Doubtless, like him who steals
your purse, he often steals trash, but it is
your trash, and you feel entitled to tia
poor thing, but mine own''-and it is hard
to view the social robber with equanimity.
Boston Gazette.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

Should have pretty teeth in them, but it is
not unusual to see between rosy lips, teeth
discolored and decaying through neglect.
This disfguring defect should be repaired
without delay, by using fragrant SOZO-
DON'T, which removes every particle of
tartar from the teeth and renders them
snowy white. This admirable aid to beau
ty is perfectly harmless and exhales most
delightful aroma, and is in every respect
preferable to the ordinary tooth pastes and
powders. Try it and see for yourself.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10
Something for the BABY.

What terrible afflction about the house
is a cross, crying baby! A young man on
the very edge of matrimony might easily
be frightened from his purpose by having
of his married friends. Yet babies cry COM
spoonful OF Parker's Tonic. given the little
one, will bring rest and sleep to the baby
and all in the house. Only 80 cents; at
druggists.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

Mr.. Stephen 4. Aplin, Washington, D.
c., says: "a member of my family hav-
ing been troubled for several years with
kidney disease was induced to use YOUR
HUNTS kidney and Liver] REMEDY, and
has been completely cured"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10
TO A RED.HEADED GIRL.


Where lights crimson torch SO true
Where f1ushes a sunset half so rare!
All, never from the palette grew
A color that could match your hair.
Like aureole that crowns a saint,
With circling rings Of golden glory
You've seen 1t oft in picture quaint,
That livened up your Bible story.
Its radiance tints the trees and flowers
With shades that Titan never learned;
flights the land and gilds the towers.
Until it seemed the sun had burned.
Let all the tall Lent lilies flame,
The red rose may be very fair,
But, love, 1t puts them all to shame,
The peerless crimson Of your hair.
Louisville CourierJoalr71dt.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

Preachers, Politics, and Prejudice. -
How does that strike DR.. Burchard as an
alliterative arrangement for his next essay
in craftsmanship ~ Wilmington Star.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

'sNow, children" she continued, what is
the meal you eat in the morning called P"
Oatmeal" promptly replied member of
the class.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10
Mothers,

and the many Throat Affections of children
promptly, pleasantly and safely relieved by
Trough on Coughs" Troches. 15c.; Balsam
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10
Pretty Months

Some of the most brilliant charges il
time of war are made by the suffers.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

Welcoming COug

"Wells' Health Remover" restores health ano
vigor cares Dyspepsia. Headache, Nervous
ness, Debility. 81
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

Trough on Pain'' POrOused Plaster;
Strengthening, improved the best for back
ache. pain in chest or side, rheumatism, neu-
ralgia.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10
Life PFeseryer.

Ifyou are falling b. oxen, worn out and nerv.
Gus. use "Wells' Health Renewer." 81. Drug
giStS.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10
Pretty Women.

Instant relief fer Neuralgia, Toothache
Faceache. ASH for Rough on Toothache." Il
and 25 cents
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10
"ROu~h on N'ouehS.
Rough ON Rats

Ask for Rough on Coughs" for Coughs
Colds, Sore Throat, Hoarseness. Troches, l5c
LIQUID, 25c.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

Ask for Wells Trough on Corns." 15c. Quick
complete cure. Hard or soft corns, warts, bun
ions.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10
Heart Pains.

Clears out rats. mice. reaches, flies, ants, bed
bugs, skunks, chipmunks, gophers. 15c. Drug
gists.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

Palpitatiou, Dropsical Swellings. Dizziness
Indigestion, Headache Sleeplessness cured BY
Wells Health Remover"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

Trough on Itch' cures humors. eruptions,
ring worm. letter, salt rheum, frosted feet,
chilblains.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10
Catarrf. al Throat Affections,

Ladies who wou d retain freshness and vivac.
ity, don't fail to try "Wells' Health Renewer.'
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

you are losing your grip on life try wells
Health Renewer." Cues direct to weak spots.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

TRpEcHEpc The Russell CooI,
11ktG~ n LTD Aultman. & Tayl
iaar Scott, Case, and other Vsbrators O
Apron machines. sold by US. are unexcelleq
Several on hand for immedi ate delivery no
~ LYNN 4 Ce|
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10
slough On, EscS.'

Hacking. Irritating Coughs, Colds, Sore Throat.
cured by Rough on Coughs" Troches, l5c.
LIQUID, 25c.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

The Hope of the Nation.
Children, slow in development, puny, scrawny
and delicate, USE wells Health Remover"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10
DEALERS AND
CONSUMERS on PAINTS!
s8r Read the following for Yourse

s8r Read the following for Yourse1
We have now in stock the largest and BID
stock of PAINTS ever brought to this sectioI
manufactured by Lucas & Co., the oldest pail
house in Philadelphia.
These Paints are guaranteed to give ent1
satisfaction, and can be furnished in any TIL
or shade desired ht prices to SUIT the times.
saving OF 20 per cent. can be made by their III
an" they are always ready for i'm media to ui
presenting smooth, elastic, dura BILE and gid
sy surface. 1t does not crack or becon Tod
ened from the material upon which 1t s usj
Heao Inc Following GUARANTEED
PHILADELPHIA, Pa, March 30th, 1881
Messrs. BERKELEY q Co., Stanton, Ia, -
DEAR SIRS:-We have not as vet found
necessary to issue printed guarantee for o.
Liquid Paints, regarding our position and re
utat1on with the trade as sufficient assuraDl
snat we would not place on the mark Ell an 4
ierlor article, particularly under our bran
we however will cheerfully follow the exped
ent winch has been resorted to by manufact1
ers TO Introduce their goods by stating that
will REFUND THE MONEY OR KEPAIN
any work with English lead and boiled oil :
believe Is orthodoxy on which our paint b
been used, that you feel well satisfied b
proved itself inferior. If furthef guarante
are required You may give them on our
tnority, but we do not think you will ever he
OF one AUTH ntic case of trouble arising thr ouG
the use OF our paints.
Yours truly,
JNO. LUCAS q CO.
These paints may be obtained by wholesJ
BERK ELEY d WALTERS, Il
Junel9 10 StauntOn, WI
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

Wide Awake
three or four hours every night coughing. Gel
immediate relief and sound rest by using
Wells Rough on Coughs" Troches, l5c.
Balsam, Csc.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1884-12-10

ssRoGgla on PAIN, POroused Plaster;
Strengthening, improved, the best for back.
ache pains in chest or side, rheumatism, neu
ralgia. jel7 silly
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1884-02-19
RICHMoSD AND DAsvlLLE.
Committee ON the Danyine and MID
land Consolidation BiIl.

According TO action taken by the Cham
Der OF Commerce Thursday, II. Il. Blanken-
ship, ESQ.,, president OF the Chamber, has
appointed the following committee to look
after the interests OF the city IN the matter
Of the Danyille and Midland railroad con-
solidation bill Judge w. w. Crump, Mr..
Andrew L. Elicit, Mr.. j. b. Pace. Coloael
John B. Purcell. and Mr.. II. r. Williams.
The bill in question is as follows
A BILL TO AUTHORIZE THE RICHMOND AND
DANvILLE RAILROAD COMPANY AND THE
VIRGINIA MIDLAND hallway COMPANY TO
EFFECT THE UNITED CONTROL AND OPERA
Ti0N OF THEIR ROADS.
Patron, Mr.. Edmunds.l
/. BE IL enacted 6y the Geaerdt Assembly
of Virginia, That il shall be lawful for the
Richmond and Danyille Railroad Company
and the Virginia Midland Railway Com
pany to contract with each other in such
manner and on such terms ~ they shall
deem best to effect the united management,
control, ownership, or operation Of their
lines OF roads and properties, and to that
end full power and authority is hereby
granted TO each OF said companies TO make
and carry out such agreements and ar
rangements therefor as the stockholders OF
said companies respectively shall approve
and authorize.
Mr.. BIaskensbip was'pot In the city on
Thursday, when action was taken, and
has Just returned to the city, and yester-
day was the first opportunity he had to
appoint the committee.
The Senate committee will meet to-mor-
row morning.
The Chamber Of Commences committee
will meet at Z. NJ. to-day at the chamber
for comparison OF views.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1884-02-19

Hon. John s. Barbour, in obedience to
summons, appeared before the House Com.
mittee on Privileges and Elections yester.
day in the case OF X. G.. Griffin.
Some OF the evidence taken goes TO show
that Griffin has no right 10 his seat In the
House.
Mr.. Herman Boschen upon entering his
store Sunday morning found n thief in
there. The thief left by the back way as
Mr.. Boschen came in. The money-drawer
had been robbed OF small amount.
General Wickham voted against the eau
Gus reapportionment bill, and it cannot be
passed over the Governors veto unless the
General changes hIs mind. The status OF
the Senate is: Democrats and General
Wickham, 2G; COalitlOnists, ~; yacaD-
cies, 2.
Charles II. Whyte, the drummer whose
case was continued from Friday, was be-
fore the Hastings Court yesterday morn
ing, and the motion for new trial was
Cverruled. An appeal was taken.
The fair reappOrtionment bill that the Co
alionists got up two years ago would have
elected seven out Of the ten congressman
Republicans. Ours will give the Demo-
Gratis six sure districts and theRepubicans
two, with two districts in which the Dem
ocrats have the best showing 10 win. Gen
eral Wickham's bill probably gives the Re-
publicans one district more than does the
caucus bill.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1884-02-19
Death Of Miss Rosaiie r. Peyson.

A telegram received here on Sunday an
nounced the death OF Miss Rosalie +. Pey-
ton, youngest daughter OF Colonel George
L. Peyton, at the HoIins Institute, on Sat
urday evening last at ii O'Clock. The sad
intelligence was a severe shock TO the rela-
tives and numerous friends of the young
lady In this city, and was altogether unex-
pected. Colonel Peyton, while here on
Friday last, received a telegram stat
ing that his daughter was quite
sick, but IL contained no intimation
that her condition was dangerous. He
was very much alarmed, however, and tel
egraphed his wife TO go at once to her
daughters bedside. Mrs. Peyton set out
Immediately from Staunton, taking two
leading physicians OF that city with her.
Colonel Peyton, though almost prostrated,
followed by the first train, and reached the
institute barely in time to see his loving
child ahye. Miss Peyton was in the senior
class at the college, where she would have
graduated this summer. She was beau
tiful and charming young lady, nine
teen years OF age, beloved by all her
college companions, a social fayorite
at the White Sulphur, where she win be
sadly missed, and the idolized daughter Of
the fondest parents, to whom she was de-
voted, and to whom her loss is irreparable.
Her illness, which was brief, was the re-
suit OF an affection OF the throat. which, it
is supposed, developed into diphtheria.
The funeral will take place at Staunton to-
day, where her remains have been carried
by her parents, who have our heartfelt
sympathy in this sad hour OF their afflic-
tiOn
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1884-02-19
Pythfan Fair.

The fair given by Marshall Lodge,
knights OF Pythias. and Rescue Council,
Junior Order OF Mechanics, opened last
night under the most favorable auguries.
IL was estimated that between three and
four thousand people were present during
the evening. The display Is highly credita-
BILE, very pleasing to the eye, and combines
many attractive and useful articles. The
music and dancing was highly enjoyed,
aud a good supper was within reach OF
all. The fair will be open during the pre-
sent week.
The following prizes are TO be voted
for: To the most popular physician, ele-
CANT buggy robe; TO the most popular
minister, handsome dressing.gown: to
the most popular lawyer, nice Office desk.
TO the most popular police captain, gold
headed cane; TO the most popular mili-
tary company Of the city, beautiful en-
craving OF war scene from the Franco
Prussian war, 1901; Druid's pin to
the most popular druid
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1884-02-19
Police Court.

The following cases were disposed OF
yesterday:
Martha Hatcher (coloreD was fined 81
and costs for being dlsorderly and abusing
Jennie Murphy.
Ben. Taylor (coIored), drunk and tres
passing on the premises OF Mary Finney.
Fined 81 and costs.
Walter Hatcher (colored) was jailed for
thirty days for stealing carpet from Jen-
ME Murphy.
Charles Nelson (colored), resisting and
striking Policeman W. I. Hardie while in
the discharge Of his duty. Fined $40, and
security required for his good behavior for
twelve months. Also fined $40 for beating
Maggie Broaddus.
Lydia C.. Harvey alias Heath, charged
with committing wilful and corrupt per-
jury in testimony which she gave on oath
upon the trial OF Ira Lee Hancock, charged
with felony, In the Police Court. The case
was continued till to-day.
Charles Robinson (coloreD was fined
$3.50 for being drunk and disorderly.
Ben. Harris and Robert Nelson (both
colored), stealing one lot OF socks, were
whipped by their parents in the side-room
OF the court and let of.
Rufus Tenant and James Tennant,
charged with being disorderly and using
profane language on the street. Rufus
discharged; James fined S5.
William Fenton, charged with defraud.
ing Charles p. Lewis out OF Sl6.3S. Dis.
charged.
Ben. Adams (colored), charged with fe.
loniousIy assaulting and striking George
Reese. Discharged.
Robert Liggon (white) and Philip Con
market-house. Fined IS each.
Sadie Hartz and Annie Garnett, charged
with keeping house OF ill-fame. Sent tC
jail for six months in default OF surety
each.
William Blair, charged with breaking
the window OF Louisa Kobe. Dismissed
on payment OF costs.
Henry Jones and Robert Patterson (both
colored), charged with being suspicious
characters. Discharged.
Charles J. krug, charged with assaulting
and beating Annie +. Geese. Guilty OF
assault and battery and sentenced to con-
finement in the city Jail for a term Of five
days and fined 800 and costs. Appeal
taken. Baied in the sum Of 1900.
George Reese (colored), charged with
assault and battery. Discharged.
William Seaton (colored), charged with
keeping disorderly house. Discharged
Jennie Anderson (colored), drunk
Fined S2.
Jack Robinson (colored), charged with
being disorderly on the street. Discharged
James Dixon, drunk. Fined $3.50.
Alice Twyman (colored), charged with
being disorderly on the street. Sent to jail
for six months in default OF surety.
f. w. Davis. drunk. Fined $2.
Ned Davis lcOlOredl. drunk. Fined 81
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1884-02-19
The Theatre Last Night.

The Boston Ideal Opera Company ap-
peared for the first time in Richmond last
evening, and delighted an audience which
tbronged the Theatre from pit to dome.
The satisfaction given seemed general,
although the opera selected (Fatinitza) for
the initial performance was not calculated
TO show off the full strength Of the COM
pany. While the chorus il not as full and
as powerful as we had anticipated, the cast
is wonderfully strong for light opera. Tht Y
bring with them an excellent orchestra OF
twelve pieces, ably conducted by Mr.. S. L..
Studley, which adds immensely to the
charm OF their performance. Miss Marie
Stone, Miss Mathllde Phillips, Mr.. Myron
Whitney, and Mr.. Tom Karl formed u
powerful quartette last evening, and they
received an enthusiastic double encore for
their very excellent vocalization in the
first act. Mr.. III. C.. Barnabee. though in
the rather thankless role Of "Izzet Pasha,"
and appearing only in one act, gave a
more excellent and refined Interpretation
Of the part than il usually receives.
He Hs rare lyric comedian. and is
greatly beloved in Richmond. The
trio in the third act between Miss
Stone, Miss Phillips, and Mr.. Karl, was
enthusiastically received, and was time and
time again eRcOred. Miss Stone has pure
soprano voice Of great compass, which she
uses with fine effect and decided ease. Miss
Phillips, whose presence recalls her sister
Adelaide, so well and pleasantly remem-
bered here, is probably the most superior
vocalist Of the troupe. She has rare con-
tralto. and Is finished artistic. Mr.. Whit.
ney, the great Boston basso, was heard last
night for the first time in Richmond,
and delighted his audience. His tones
are deep and powerful, and melOdious
withal. They come forth like the richest
| tones OF great organ. He must be heard
to be appreciated. MIR. Frothingham is an
excellent comedian and has good voice
Mr.. Karl is an old Richmond favorite, and
was cordially received.
The presence OF the Boston Ideals "
here is rare treat for lovers OF light opera,
and they will draw packed houses during
the remainder OF their engagement at the
Theatre this week.
Tonight The sparkling opera Girofe-
GirOfa will be presented. 70
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1884-02-19
Supreme Court OF Appeals.

Mccullough against Dashiell. Argued
by w. w. Old for appellant and submitted.
Harding's executor against Turner and
als., and Brockenbrough against Turner
and ais. Argued by K. B. Davis, ESD, for
appellees and submitted.
Foley against Harrison's executor aud
ais. Appeal and saperSedeas awarded to
DEGREES pronounced by the Circuit Court
OF the county OF Prince William on the
10th OF May, 1875, l4th OF May, 1877, and
18th OF May. 1883.
Fitchett and ais. Us. Smiths administra-
tor and ais. Submitted.
Hill as. Woodward. Submitted on notes
fled by j. f. Hubbard for appellant and
James C. Lamb and W. +. C. Gregory for
appellees.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1884-02-19
SWEET GrMANp NuLLylN.


Most of our readers have thought very httle of
the fact that in the exudation they see cingny TO
the sweet-gum tree in the hot summer months
there Is principle that Is considered the most
powerful stimulating expeciorant known. They
have no doubt thought less OF the fact that IN The
mullein-plant seen 10 the old-felds Is mgclllyi-
substance that acts a soothing demuloent on
the innamed surfaces Of The lungs. and which has
attracted the attention Of the medical world In
consequence of its wonderful effects on c0nsump-
ton. When these u'ings are considered IL Is noL
surprising that "Taylor's Cherokee Remedy Of
sweet Gum and Mullein," the go,at pauace, for
Coughs Group. Whooplug-Cough, and all BrOn-
chial Affections, IL proving such boon TO those
suffering.
Fer sale by all leading druggists at 2Jr. and OIL
per bottle.
Manufactured by Walter A. Taylor. Atlaats +,
Ca, proprietor Of Taylor's Premium Cologne
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1884-02-19
4 DOWNTOWN MERCHANT naying

IA passed several sleel less nights, disturbed by
the agonIes and cries OF a suffering child. ani be-
coming convinced thst MRS. W,NsLOWs
SOOTHING SYRUP was Just the article needed,
procurcds supply for the child. on reaching home
and acquainting his wife with what be had Ioae
she refused 10 have IL Administered 10 The chi. As
she was strongly I'm favor OF Homeopathy. That
night the child passed IA suffering AMI the parents
without sleep. Returning home the day following,
the father found the baby stili worse; and. while
contemplating another seepless night the mother
stepped from the room 20 ATTEND 10 ,ome domestic
duties and left the father with the child. During
her absence he administered portion OF tie
Soothing syrup TO the baby and sid nothing.
That night all hands slept well and the little se-
low awoke In the morning bright and happy. The
mother was delighted with the Sudden aud wou-
derful change aud although at first offended at the
deception practiced upon her. has continued 10 use
the Syrup, and suffering, eryins babies aud restless
nights have disappeared. single trial Of the ~
rup never yet failed 10 relieve the baby and over.
come the prejudices Of the mother.
Sold by all druggists; 95c. bottle.
fe ia-eodly
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1884-02-19
RiehmOud's Relief Reaches CatIetts.
bury, Ky.

A telegram received yesterday afternoon
from X. c. Burns, chairman OF the Cat
lettsburg (Ky.) Relief Committee, to G. w.
Smith, Esq, general manager Of the Ches-
apeake and Ohio railway, says: "We have
received the car load OF supplies forwarded
by the Richmond Relief Committee on the
10th instant, and return the grateful thanks
OF an afflicted people for your timely and
abundant contribution"
The employees OF the Chesapeake and
Ohio Railway Company IN this city have
contributed S216.25 to fund for the relief
OF the flood sufferers.
Mr.. Blankensbip, who was absent from
the city when the Chamber OF Commerce
passed the resolution concerning the Ohio
river sufferers. and who has but just re-
turned. requests that all money contribu-
tions for the sufferers be handed S. ii.
Hawes. ESQ.,, and all clothing, blankets,
and food be sent TO the parties named in
his adyertisement-the same gentlemen
who are acting on behalf OF the eitizens'
meeting held at the Commercial Club.