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Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20
THE TRUNK MYSTERY.

The Detectives Believe that II 10 . Huge
Conspiracy and the Body Pound not
Preller's---The Trails strcwn with Clues
which Appear to Have Been Purposely
Left---Coroner's Inquest.
ST. LOUIS, April 20.-The Southern Hotel
mystery is II anything increasing in inten-
sity. Some Of the detectives, and many Of
the newspaper men, who have followed the
case, have formulated the theory that 1t is a
huge conspiracy, and that the body in the
morgue is not Preller's, but corpse fixed
up for the occasion. 1t has never been posi-
lively identified. In fact 1t cannot be be-
cause so badly decompOsed.
The coroner after the first examination,
said the body had been dead at least two
weeks, and this would corrOborate the be-
lief that it was brought from Boston. To
support the conspiracy theory, 1t is init
mated that Preller may have been short in
his accounts, and beng a sensitive, religious
man, laid the matter before Maxwell, and a
scheme may have been formulated.
Dispatches from Boston show that Max
well was looking for corpse there. His
trial is strewn with clues which seem pur-
pOsely left, and even the trunk containing
biC Has lliS lilitihlS ou lt uiS-
appeared the day before Maxwell did, and
no effort has been made to trace him. The
police hold to the theory that Maxwell was
a crank, and thus account for his lack of
caution.
There has been theory advanced that 1t
may be an attempt to swindle life insur-
ance company. In fact nearly every one
has theory of his own. The mutiation of
the corpse Is unaccOunted for; also its being
stripped of clothing A San Francisco dis
patch says Capt. Robinson, of Boston, is on
the steamer with Maxwell. Who is he? One
OF Maxwelrs trunks is held at Port Huron
for custom duty. 1t has been ordered to be
opened.
Saturday morning the Coroner's Jury and
witnesses viewed the body Of Preller at
the mOrgue. thence they proceeded to the
Coroner's office and commenced the inquest.
Cashier Hunt, of the Southern Hotel,
testified regarding the arrival of Maxwell
and identified the photograph of Maxwell;
said he was not brought in contact with
either man very often during their stay.
A. 5. Aloe, Optician, testified to call
weeks ago last Thursday. One of them.
Maxwell. tried to dispose of magic Ian,
tern, steroptican, etc. The next Monday
Maxwell called alone and purchased some
goods He had a roll OF bills. He rendered
a 500 bill in payment for some purchases.
James johnson, a salesman of Aloe, rec
Ognized the photograph of both Preler and
Maxwell. Maxwell was the man who ne
gOtiated for the sale of the magic lantern
steroptican. This testimony establishes
MaXwelPs apparent impecunOus condition
preceding the murder, as well as his being
flush the next day.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20

Mr.. james Goode wishes to make a state
ment in regard to the escape Of "Hump" Gil
lispie from the chain-gang Saturday alter
noon. In the first place be takes whatever
blame there may be upon himself, his deputy,
Mr.. johnson, having nothing to do with it.
As to the insinuation in one of yesterday s
papers that Hump" owed to his good clothes
and general 'tonness" tie privilege
OF remaining unclaimed, Mr.. Goode
emphatically denies it. 1t is
necessary to allow some oil the men to be
unclaimed, in order to wheel in stones and
perform other work which uecessitates NOV
ing around. He generally trusts men who
belong here in town to perform those tasks,
as they are less likely to attempt escaping,
and that he Is justified in this belief is shown
by the fact that this is the first escape for
nearly eight months. As to Hump escaping
through carelessuess, Mr.. Goode says there is
no carelessness in the case. He gave Giles
pie permission to g to the station house
alone, and the latter failed 10 do so. 1t was
simply case Of misplaced confidence, which
is not likely to be repeated.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20
Reindeer Hunting.

One sport that amuses the Eskimo
boys very much would probably be
called in our language reindeer hunt
ing" Having found long and gentle
slope on side-hill. they place along
the bottom of the hill number Of rein
deer antlers. or, rs we sometimes in
correctly call them, deerhorns Qor you
boys must not forget that the antlers of
q deer are not horn at all, but bone).
These antlers of the reindeer are stuck
upright in the snow, singly or in
groups, in such manner that sled,
when well guided, can be run between
them without knocking any of them
down, the number of open spaces be-
tween the groups being equal to at least
the number of sleds. The quantity of
reindeer antlers they can thus arrange
will, of course, depend upon their faith
ers' success the autumn before in REIN
deer hunting; but there are nearly al
ways enough antlers to give two or
three, and sometimes five or six, to each
fearless young coaster.
The boys with their sleds, numbering
from four to six in fair-sized village,
gather on the top of the hill, each boy
uoVihE WIN LWO vi lIlItc SpCdTS
bow with as many arrows. They
start together, each boys object being
to knock down as many antlers as pos
sible and not be the first to reach the
bottom Of the hill. You can see that,
in such case, the slower they 90 when
they are passing the antlers the better.
They must knock over the antlers with
their spears or arrows only, as those
thrown down by the sledge or with the
bow or spear in the hand do not count.
They begin to shoot their arrows and
throw their spears as soon as they can
get within effective shooting distance;
and, even after they have passed be-
tween the rows of antlers, the more ac-
tive boys will turn around oR their fly
ing sleds and burls back spear or ar
row with sufficient force TO bring down
an antler.
When all have reached the bottom of
the hill, they return TO the rows OF ant
lers. where each boy picks out those he
has rightfully captured, and places
them in pile by themselves. Then
those accidentally knocked over by the
sledges are again put up and the boys
return for another dash down the hill,
until all the antlers have been '.spear-
ed" Sometimes there is but one ant
Ter left, and when there are five or six
contesting sleds the race becomes very
exciting. for then speed counts in reach
ing the antler first. When all are
down, the boys count their winnings,
and the victor is, of course, the one
who has obtained the greatest number
of antlers. s.-FrOm "1he children of the
Cold" by Lieut.. Frederick Schwatka, in
81. Nicholas for Aprit.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20

LowvnLE, N. Y, April 20. On Wednes-
day night Fred Wright was tarred and
feathered about mile from here. Wright
Is twenty-seven years old, is native Of
iDanotsburgh, where his parents reside lie
removed to this village about a year ago
Last summer he became acquainted with
the young daughter Of village carpenter,
but her family disapprOved of the in
timacy. Three months ago the couple
eloped. A day or two ago they re-
turned here and began housekeeping The
next night two brothers, and brother-in-
law OF the girl called on them at midnight
and asked them of they were married The
reply was No! The three then grabbed
Wright, took him out of doors to field and
covered his body with tar and feathers. His
clothes were then put on him and he was
taken to the railroad track. headed for Utica
and told to go. He vanished in the dark
ness and has not been seen since.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20
Who Invented Chess?

The Hindoos say that chess was the
invention of an astronomer who flour
ished several thousand years ago, and
who was possessed of supernatural
knowledge and acuteness. The Greeks
claim that it was the invention of Pala-
meaes to beguile the tedium Of the
siege Of Troy. The Arab legend is that
it was devised for the instruction of a
young despot by his tutor, q learned
Brahmin, to teach, the youth how a
king was dependent upon his subjects
for his safety, Oriental chess Is al two
kinds, Chinese and Ipdiaa shesx The
Chinese game is played genStally in
Eastern Asia. but 10 India and ahe ad-
jacent islands, and with some slight
notifications all oyer the cisiaized
~OrId indian chess is played.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20


The last popular excursion tor New Orleans
and the Exposition will leave Springfield on
Thursday, April %, at l:45 p. m, and run
through in reclining chairs and sleeping cars
via Queen and Crescent route without change.
d. Jay Collver, passenger agent, Cleveland,
o., will go through with the party, and he
has made special arrangements for redut ed
rates at eating houses enroute, also at hotels
while in New Orleans. This is Mr.. Collver's
fourth trip and he is now thoroughly ac-
quainted with all points Of interest enroute,
also IN and around the Crescent City. He
will make the trip very interesting to all who
go. Tickets will allow six stops at any point
going within ten days. Rate $25 40. good
for 40 days with rebate Of IS if passenger
returns within 20 days. Only 50 additional
for seat in the chair car for the round trip.
This Is positively the last excursion. Secure
your tickets in advance and get your chair
car seats reserved. 1t will be very pleasant
and cheap trip. For tickets and full infor-
nation call at the Bee Line Office.
G. H. KNIGHT, Agent.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20

About II 80 Saturday night Boyd and
Bass found the Lagonda House bar running
in full blast, in almost open defiance OF the 10
o'clock ordinance. Mr.. Lewis voight and
son, proprietors, were arrested and put up
bail to sppesr before the Mayor today. Emil
Thisse was arrested for keeping his saloon
open on Sunday. The officers visited several
other saloons and hotel bars, but fsiled to
bag any more game. The new officials seem
determined to do their best to give the city a
moral cleaning. They will be well seconded
in their efforts by the police force, all the
members Of which are keepipgs close watch
on the saloons and dives on their several beats.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20
PREFERRED LOCALS.


The citizens Of Springfield aud vicinity
having been cautioned by notice signed BY
j. 5. Resler, not to receive Of or pay A. Boyer
tor fruit trees, etc, unless they should first
receive written notice or guarantee from the
Nursery, and as said notice also states that
the proprietors Of the Nursery positively re-
fuse TO be responsible for any contract made
by Mr.. Boyer as to the replacing Of nursery
stock, the undersigned Nurserymen
hereby publicly denounce said no
tice as an imposition and a
fraud. They have Mr.. Boyer employed as
agent to sell fruit trees, shrubs, ETC., and will
be responsible for the delivery Of all euch
stock and for replacing the stock which fails
to grow according to contract All sales hav-
ing been made or which shall be made BY Mr..
Boyer will he filled according to a written
agreement between him and ourselves, not
withstanding said fraudulent notice.
d. o. FRANTs h SoN.
SPRINGFIELD, O., April Ia. 1885.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20
Auditor United states Treasury.

DALLAS, Tex, April 20.-J. @. ChenO-
with, ex-member of the Legislature, was
notified from Washington Saturday of his
appointment as Auditor of the United
States Treasury. ChenOwith lives at Bon
ham. His appointment is regarded as a
, move by Senator Maxey and Congressman
Culbertson to get him out of the way as q
possible candidate for either of their places
two years hence. The appointment SUI
prised Mr. Chenowith. He leaves for Wash
ingtOn TO-DAY,
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20

Under the schedule on Pan Handle Pail
way, taking effect April 9Th, new fast train
is placed in service between Cincinnati and
New York, with direct connection from
Springfield, leaving here at $40 q. m, ar
irving at New York 8 a. m. next day.
Passengers can also leave Springfield at
s:35 p. M, making immediate connection at
xenia with the celebrated Day Express,
arriving at New York 9:40 p. M, or with the
famous "Limited," arriving at New York 6:55
p. m. next day.
Pullman's Drawing Room Sleeping Cars
run through from Cincinnati 10 New York on
all trains named above, and accommodation
will be reserved by telegraph upon applica-
ton to J. N. Hines, Ticket Agent Pan Handle
Route, Sprinfigeld, o.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20

CINCINNATI, April 2O.--Saturday morn
ing, Frank Busse, aged twenty-seyen years,
went down into cistern on his father's
premises, No. 495 Main Street, to get a
charcoal furnace left there for the purpose of
drying the cement, when he was suffocated
by the fumes from the furnace. Alfred
Reyser, a collector for the Freie Presse, in
attempting to rescue Busse. was also over
come, and is now lying in a precariOus con-
ditiOn
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20

Yesterday evening the wife and child of
John Derr, living on Dibert avenue, were St
tackled and bitten by large dog. They were
going TO call on a neighbor and bad just en-
tered the yard when the dog spraug upon the
little boy and, bearing him to tn, ground, bit
him on the arm and hand. Mrs. Derr rushed
to the rescue when the dog turned upon her
and bit her several times, before letting 60.
DR.. Austin was called and dressed the wounds,
which, while painful, are not serious.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20
Death Of II. A. McCormIck. E.o.

PITTSBURGH, April 2O.-H. A. McCor.
mick, ex-United States District Attorney for
the Western District Of PENNSYLVANIA, died
yesterday at the West Pennsylvania Hos.
plial. lie had been sufferer from insOm.
MIA for several weeks.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20

Saturday night, Ward and Nicklas found
about tweuty-four pounds of plug tobacco
hidden in a stable on Scott street. Itwa
probably stolen from car which was broke en-
into last week
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20

MILWAUKEE, April 20.-A South Side
street car was stopped by two men late Sat
urday night, who, at the muzzle Of reyoIy-
ef, compelled the driver Sam Zatabenl, te
surrender his cash box containing $1,000 In
change
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20

Mr.. Ed. Kinnsne Is warm personal friend
OF Oliver Doud Byron, who appears here in
bis "Across the Continent" Thursday even
ing. aud spent some days with him last sum
mer at Mr.. Byrous seaside cottage at Long
kranch
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20

montgomery County, d. Drain Prospects.
DAYTON, April 20. AT meeting of the
Montgomery County farmers club Saturday,
reports from all the townsh ips showed the
grain fields to be IN a deplorable condition.
An average Of the estimates on wheat
showed yield for the entire county of four
70 iiye bushels to the acre. Barley is total
failure and clover nearly 50. Much OF the
wheat land will be plowed up and sowed In
Oats -
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20

The work Of Miss Dunlsp's pupils, in oil,
water colors and on china, will be exhibited
tomorrow Tuesday at their reception at
the studio, room 30, Mitchell block. Hours
from 10 a. m. to 6 p. m. The public cordially
invited
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20
WASHINGTON NOTES,
Annual Report OF the Production Of Col
and Silver In the United States
During the Year 1854.


and Silver In the United states
During the Year 1854.
WASHINGTON, April 20.-Mr. Burchard,
the Director Of the Mint, in his special an
nual report on the production Of gold and
silver In the United States for the year 1884,
which is now ready for the printer, esti.
mates the production of the country to have
been: Gold, $50, 800, 900; silver, computed
at the silver dollar coinage rate, s4s, 800, 900;
total, S79, 800, 900. The disposition of the
product of the year is approximately stated
as follows:
Depos ted, -. 80. 49,. eD0W,OW f3!,D0,M
Undeposited exports, ll6,00 I7,40O,M
Use ! In the arts, ...... $4,000 10000
Total, ..............x xU, 10000 $4s.00O,Og
Mr.. Burchards report also shows that
fifty-three incorporated companies w0rkSig
gold and silver mines paid during the year,
in 227 dividends, 81, 567, ,GSs. During the
same period some 2O7 assessments were
levied on III mines, on which II Is estimated
that over 81, 900. 900 have been paid. The
directors report also contains detailed re-
views OF the production Of the various
States and Territories. and of the mining
sections and properties, as well as many
valuable statistical tables OF production,
consumption. imports, exports, coinage and
circulation, and number Of scientific and
metallurgical articles
Commander NJ Gala telegraphs to the Sec
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20
SPRINGFIELD, O., April IA, 1885.

The Home Steam Laundry is doing as fine
work as can be done anywhere. Give them
call and be convinced. Goods delivered
free. Telephone No. 1873. Works corner
Center and Columbia streets. Offices: No. 81
East Main street, Solenberger's cigar stand /;
No. SO Arcade, Cummin's news stand.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20

Mr.. A. L. Lessner left for Cincinnati This
forenoon and will remain about week. Ee
has gone to purchase new stock.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20
Unable to Indict Lynchers.

PIERRE, OAK. April 2O.--The grand jury
reported that they were unable to indict the
lynchers of j. II. Bell, the murderer Ben
nett was indicted for concealing Small and
as the full penalty of the law is only five
years Imprisonment, fears are entertained
that he will be lynched.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20

retary of the Navy That ne mas reached tns
lsthmus, and found transit open. The po
litical condition Is chaotic and the recall OF
the marines for the present is deemed mad.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20

The Springfield steam Dye Works
Does all kinds OF dyeing, cleaning and repair.
ing Of Ladies' and Genilemen's Wear.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20

J. A. Barker, jr., new auditor OF the l., B.
Il w., spent Sunday 10 the city.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20

Feather beds renovated and lace curtains
cleaned and renewed at the Springfield Steam
Dye Works, 81 North Center St. Remember
all work is warranted. N. A, IHRIG.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20

Smoke only what is pure. The Richmond
Straight Cut Cigarettes are noted for tn ir purity
- we'll y thsir superior quality.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20

Drawing and painting taught by Miss Dun
a at her studio, room 30 Mitchell block.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20

Mrs. G. NJ. Gardner, of Mechanicsburg, is
in town.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20
SPRINGFIELD RETAIL MARKETS
CORRECTED BY CHAs. W. PAYnrER Co.,
81 ana 90 West Main Street.
Daily Report-saturdsy, April II. 1885.

T..
PROVISIONS.
BuTTER-Full supply, choice 2Oa25.
Eass-Fuli supply at i5c per doz.
SOC old, 25a35c each.
APPLEs-ol GOAL 50 per bush.
PoTATOEs-60a6Oc per bush.
SWEET POTATOKs-NOne.
CAssAoE-scarce; $40 = s2.oo per bbl.; saioc
per head.
sALT-snow-hake brand, 81. rs per bbl.
COAL OnL-ioai5a20c per gal.
sUeAR.CURKD MKArs-sidss, IOc; shoulder, 10
hams, i2kc.
s,u, susAss-A large demand and prices low; gran:
Light, shc per lb; yellow G. so per ID; 6, 80
p,o CoyyE..Msrks PEE, lo,sri Java. 2o.soc per y;
l6c per ID; kio,a nnon, 10c per ID.
SYRUPs-40a6Oa70c per gal.
., M0LAssEs-Ne Orleans, 6osS0c per gal; serghsm
RicE-Best Carolina, s1zc psr lb.
OYsTkRs-3Oc per at.
DRIED APPLEs-8 1-3c per ID.
DRIED PEAOHEs-l2%c per ID.
CHICK xnns-scarcse; Dressed, soa4oc each.
bues:- q 7s.s s. s'rS f. ss.. e. d.
Fine washed. 2sasoc; unwashsd.::h OF.
DRIED vRUITs.
RAIsiEs-New iOai21zc per ID,
CURnANTs1New 1xc pei lb.
;susss.l'o:'sSs ;susss@s.. sHs per e, fRsan'. E.
FLOUR.
n Bbl- Gold Dust, 75c.
n Bbl-Gold Dust, ol.50.
Bbl- hite Rose, $50.
v Bbl-Daytou 8. r.. Toe.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1885-04-20

SALE OF BONDS.
NOTICE Is hereby given that the Village OF New
IN Carlisle, Clark county, Ohio will offer for sale
to the highest and best bidder the hrst series OF
street Improvement Bonds Of said Village, not to
exceed in the aggregate the sum Of $500, on the
9th Day OF April, 1885,
Al 1880 p. m, at the Council Chamber Of said VII
aze; said bonds TO be Of the denomination Of e6OO
each, to bear per cent. per annum interest, pay
able semi-annually On the first days Of March ssd
september, in each year, until the payment Of the
principal thereof; said bonds he due and payable
e2sOo thereof on the FIRST day Of March, 1905, and
the remaining 81, 500 the FIRST day Of September,
1906; said bonds when issued to be taken and paid
for by the purchaser thereof at such times ana In
such sums ss the needs Of the Village may require,
and the Village Council may dirss !, by resolution
sad bonds may be nled In writing with the Village
Clerk at any time prior 10 the time absve named
for the sale Of said bonds; and bids either verbal
OF written, will be received BY said Council on said
2!th day Of April. 1885. at 1880 o'clock p. m whom
al bonds presented will be sold subject TO the con-
dtions heretofore set FORTH 70 the highest aud best
bi der therefor.
BY order Of Council.
A. KEsrsR, Mayor.
Attest II. N. TAYLOR, Clerk.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1885-08-18
Personal

Mrs. p. y. 1ittenthel loi5 Friday on
= visit 10 Ennis.
Colonel r. BoArmond, attorney OF
tho Texas Central, IL In the city.
Louis Morhsrdt left last evening fol-
a weeks stay at LsmPasss Springs.
Mrs. l.. II. EnEel LETT yesterday roI
Kansas City and 81. Louis on visit
| % friends.
w. II. Winfield, Texg. Passenger
agent OF tho Wabash railway IL 40 the
Sc. George.
Ars. j. d. \. Harris loft yostords Az
FOR Wootan Wells, for \ sojourn OF
several weeks.
Messrs, s, ID. Natheney aud J.
Bunch, editors OF the Wichita HOrald.
are In the city.
Mr.. and Mrs. DR.. X. w. Allen left
Yesterday for Marshall on a visit 60
the Doctors brother, who ia ILL.,
Mr.. j. u. Trezevant and wife leave
this morning on visit to friends nt
Little Rock, 20 be absent couple ot
weeks,
Colonel George Mollers h, tho poet
tourist, representing the dry goods
house " Hachalodter Brothers, New
York, Is In the city.
3hr. Frcd Richardson, late Of Waco.
representing the sligo Iron Stone
company, OF 81. Louis, with his family
10 now domlcilod In Dallas.
Major II. G. Balo, commissioner TO
the New. Orleans exposition is In the
city and leaves for Austin this evening;
thence no goest to Nav Orleans.
Colonel =. J. r. johnson, OF Coral
cana, and commissioner To the Lon.
don worlds exposition, Il In the city,
and leaves this evening for Austin.
General Dabney II. Mpury, of Viz
ginie, one OF the most gallant oflicers
IN the Confederate army, favored rHg
HERALD sactum with n call ON yestor-
day.
Mr.. O. II, Clancy, returned ~ BAL.
las last night irOm 3 business trim TO
the North, Chicago ana ST. Louis. lie
reports Dallas rs standiug nigh with
the business mou whom no met, es-
peoially In Chicago aud ~. Louis.
MIR. Il. :. Collins, tho popular and
efficient freight agent OF tDe TexSs
Central road, mas accepted the position
OF general ireisnt agent OF tse Huus.
ton, East x West Texas road, known
as the Bromund narrow gauge, and
leaves IN tue ueNt few days 10 assume
/ tho dutlos OF his O1ica. Mr.. Collins
mas mAdVn host ot friends hero who
VIII reject MS departure from our
midst Az j. - FLOOD. tho urbSue
ticket SCENT Of lne rpAfs Central, will
succeed him here asfttiyht suI rTg
seuger agent the, two Offices having
beon combined.