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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-05-13
Dress-.H0hiHg
AND FAMILY SEWING.


THE Barber Shop one door West Of Carter
= House has been reitted andband5Omely
furnished with improved Chain, &c, and will
be conducted by Samuel Brown. Customers
are assured Of cleanliness in all the appoint
ments, and comfortable, prompt and courteous
attention. SAMUEL BROWN,
August g, 1854
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-05-13

An entertainment consisting of rharades,
tsbleaux. &c. will De- held i'm the school
house at Milvlc on Friday night, May
DIST Admission. 2o cents: children 10
cents. Proceed, tor the beued. of the
school
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-05-13
For TOicn Council.

WE are authorized to announce THOMAS
w K. STARRY and ABRAM STUMP as
suitable persons 10 represent the 2nd Ward IN
the Town Council.
April l. 1856.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-05-13

Mr.. Jno. J.. Thomas, state Lecturer for
West Virginia of the Independent Order
of Good Templars. delivered am address in
"Char.cs Washington Hall 30 ON Monday
night. A fluent and torcible speaker he
interested large audience tor au hour and
ahalE
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-05-13

old familp guarnal.
Nay 10. 1856.
Public Speaking.
We are authorized 20 announce that Hon.
w.C.P. BRECKENRIDGE, of Kentucky,
and other distinguished gentlemen, will adj
dress the citizens of Jefferson County in
Charlestowu on Tuesday next. Arch treat
in store for an who can attend
--s
Mr.. Noryal W. Haines, formerly of Win
chester. died in Staun,on on Thursday last
Paradise" residence of Isaac Fouke,
Esq, has been improved by painting done
by Mr. Dixie Webster
A COW belonging to Mr.. Thos. w Davis
was killed by a train of the ;. V r. R. on
Wednesday Of last week.
Rev. Frank Niece. oftbe Baptist Church,
returned on Friday. bringing his bride with
him. and preached on sunday.
The first train on the B. * o. extension
from Baltimore to Philadelphia was run on
Tuesday. The opening for traffic is near
at hand,
The Skating Rink Of Messrs. Getzendan-
ner is being converted into store-rooms.
Messrs. johnson d Henson are engaged in
the work
Mr.. Gustav Brown will open his Ice
Cream Parlor ON Saturday. He has made
improvements that viii be appreciated by
the public.
Justice David Howell sent TO Jail oawait
the action of the Grand Jury Reuben Try
man, colored, accused of stealing bacon from
Mr.. Joseph russell.
Mr.. Jacob Tutviler having sold the prop
erty so long occupied by him will erect a
dwelling house on the same street, next to
the late residence of Misses McCurdy, de-
ceased
The Lop9oua TtDt9ae has entered its
och wear We don't admire its politics at
an. bu, it's a good paper and its editor has
"a name that is favorite with us-Brown.
L, reminds as of am inofen-ive color.
An entertainment consisting of charades,
t.bleaux. &c. will bc held iu the school
house at M1lviic ou Friday night. May
DIST Admission. zo cents: children 10
cents. Proceed, tor the beusd. of the
school.
The hrm. Of VIM. Phillips Il sons have
contracted TO furnish the lumber for a large
warehouse TO be erected on the lot Of Mr..
Isaac Fouke. on George street, torthe Shen-
audoah Milling Company, in rear of their
,tore-ITsst Virginia DsaocrGt
Mr. George b. Oarrell whose uc''" We
announce M another column was 'ne i~."e'
OF our 'o"n'man' " u. O- O'l''''' i9'i''
and was former 'ec,'en' %. ''.', 1CU Jug.
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Judge Juo. Blair Hoge presided at meet
ing of the members of the Berkeley Bar TO
testify their respect for the memory of their
deceased brother j. : Haldeman, and to
take action concerning the funeral. APP
u-orrigte resolutions were directed Co De
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-05-13

Mr. George b. Carroll whose death we
announce i'm another column, was the father
OF our townsman. WIN. c. Carroll, Esqr
and was a former resident of this county
and married here. The late Senior of this
paper was his " best man az his marriage.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-05-13

Judge Juo Blair Hoge presided alta meet
ing of the members of the Berkeley Bar 20
testify their respect for the memory of their
deceased brother, j. : Haldeman, and to
take action concerning the funeral. APP
propriate resolutions were directed to be
framed and presented 10 the Circuit and
County Courts for record.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-05-13
Fresh PrHueS

TUST received and for sale by
u GEO. w. T. KEARSLEY.
Jan. q, 1856.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1886-05-13
For Sale.
Bran and NIL Feed.

w b. c. WASHINGTON.
April Is 1855.
Press and daily Dakotaian. (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1880-1889, 1886-07-28
ST. CROIx LUMBER co.
Yard on Broadway.

We wish to say to the public that our
stock of lumber is complete-that 1t is
of the best quality in the market; that
it pays to buy the best there is no doubt.
Oar prices are low; expenses small,
therefore we can sell just as cheap as the
cheapest. To all those intending to
build we would say it will pay You to
get our prices before purchasing else
where. Your orders promptly filled and
satisfaction guaranteed. Carpenters and
farmers this is for you
Press and daily Dakotaian. (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1880-1889, 1886-07-28

Martin & Anderson have secured the
agency of the Tuerk Motor water power
and are prepared to place them and
warrant them to run from a to Is Fl. P.
For sewing machine use, this Motor
is the boss. A lady whose health will
not permit her to use q sewing machine
can accomplish double the amount Of
sewing q person can in perfect health
Over two-hund. ed Motors of othel
makes have been taken out and replaced
With Tuerk Morton.
MARTIN & ANDERSON,
Foundry and Machine Shop, +.
Walnut Street. Yankton.
Press and daily Dakotaian. (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1880-1889, 1886-07-28

Call at HOWARD'S book
store and look over his new
selection of novels, both in
RowelPs and Seaside Libra
ry. Two hundred new ones
just received. Always keeps
the latest Periodicals,
A. w.
Press and daily Dakotaian. (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1880-1889, 1886-07-28
-semi-Local Clippings.

Bismarck Tribune: The Yankton
papers that a number Of drink
ing fountains are to be established IN
that town on the main street. With I'll 9
iuxuriant growth of grass on the street,
nothing could be more appropriate than
Press and daily Dakotaian. (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1880-1889, 1886-07-28

2. Meistrik. fashionable tailor, keeps
constantly in stock the finest French
and English goods, and the best pro-
auctions of home manufacture. Business
and dress suits made to order. First
class workmanship guaranteed and
prices always reasonable. Orders by
mail solicited. Address F. Meistrik
Third street, Yankton, Dakota.
Press and daily Dakotaian. (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1880-1889, 1886-07-28
TAN PAYERS, MEETING.

The water committee of the city coun-
Gil asks all the taxpayers OF Tankton to
meet them at Turner hall at eight o'clock
Friday evening, on which orcasion q
plan for the extension of the water
works system and an estimate of its
cost will be submitted for discussion.
Press and daily Dakotaian. (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1880-1889, 1886-07-28

lei. e. CLARK 81 CO., are still
receiving Watches, Jewelry and
Silver Goods of all the latest
designs, at their Jewelry store on
Third Street. Yanktop.
Press and daily Dakotaian. (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1880-1889, 1886-07-28

Go to Shaw's Parlor for Ice
Cream--Made from oREAM. Strictly
pure and most delicious. Festivals,
Fairs, parties and p%icnics furnished ut
one dollar n twenty-five (S1.25) per
gallon. Cakes made to order, plain and
iced. Sign of the Red Lamp.
Press and daily Dakotaian. (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1880-1889, 1886-07-28

There is to be a grand Scandinavian
Ball at Grand Army Hall on Friday
evening, this week. Supper will be
served OF the Scandinavian House.
By ORDER OF THE Com.
Press and daily Dakotaian. (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1880-1889, 1886-07-28
Gorden se.ters for Sale.

Gordon Settlers fOrS Sale.
Six thorough bred Gorden Settlers,
three months old, just the proper age
for training this fall. Price $40.
Address, II. W. WHlvE, Gun Store,
Yankto,l, d. r.
Press and daily Dakotaian. (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1880-1889, 1886-07-28

Parties wishing to use water motors
for running machinery can be furnished
with the best by calling on
X MARTIN & ANDERSON, Walnut street.
Press and daily Dakotaian. (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1880-1889, 1886-07-28
ii WEATHER.
Z. h. THOMPSON,
Serg't Signal Corps, q. 8. a

THE INDICATIONS.
Washington, July 2s-For Iowa and Nebras-
ka: Warmer, fair weather.; variable winds.
For Illinois: Fair weather, except in north
ern portion; local rains. followed by fair
weather; variable winds, generally southerly;
stationery temperature.
Press and daily Dakotaian. (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1880-1889, 1886-07-28

a few fountains. Now if they will plant
trees. the street can be used as a park
and will not look so much like a useless
waste of unoccupled land.
Press and daily Dakotaian. (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1880-1889, 1886-07-28
laily gress ind 9akotaiaa
YANKToN, D. T., JULY %, 1885.
RAILROAD THE b

CHICAGO. MILWAUKEE & ST. PAUL RAILROAD.
The east bound passenger train leaves at 8 90
a. M. each day, except Sunday.
The passenger train from the east arrives at
$40 each day, except Sunday.
The west bound train Imlxedl leaves at $50
each day, except sur day.
The train from the west [mixedl arrives at
8 n m. each day, except Sunday.
The accommodation train leaves for the east
6:25 a. N. and arrives from the east at ] rs p.
Ia. each day, except Sunday.
CHICAGO q NORTHWESTERN RAILROAD,
The east bound passenger train leaves at 8
a. M. each day, except sunday.
The passenger train from the east arrives at
9:55 p. m. each day, except Sunday.
Sunday passenger trains leave at Tao a: m.
and SHOP. m. and arrive at 10 a. m. and :25 p.
M, making close connections with through
passenger trains from and to Chicago.
Accommodation trains leave for the east
each day. except sunday. at 6:45 q. m. and 1:l5
p, IA. and areive from the east each day, except
Sunday, at 11:55 a. m. and $3.50 p. m.
Yankton Postoface Hours and Regulations.
The postofice is opened each day Sundays
excepted at 8 100 a. m.
The delivery windows close at 800 p. m.
The money order, postal note and registry de-
partment opens at 8 a. m. and closes at 4:sO p.
On Sundays thedelivery windows are kept
open from 9:45 to 10:45 a. m. The lobby of the
office is open all day Sundays for the accom-
modation Of persons renting lock boxes. p
close at 7:30a. M, Sundays excepted.
Malls going west and north via the Chicago.
Milwaukee & st. Paul railroad close at 2:55 p.
NJ, Sundays excepted.
Mails going east and north by Chicago d
Northwestern railroad close at 8 p. IN.
Eastern mail via Chicago u st Paul railroad
arrives at 8 p M.
Eastern mail via Chicago & Northwestern
railroad arrives at 1890 p N and departs at .
O m
Stage mails close at $50 p. M, except the
st. Helena and Harrington mail. which closes
l.. d. PALMER. P. M.
Press and daily Dakotaian. (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1880-1889, 1886-07-28

Z Celebrated Bradley 81 MetcaM
and Shoes at MAX'S.
Press and daily Dakotaian. (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1880-1889, 1886-07-28

Observation-Disclosures the resi-
dence of he brides parents, in this city, We'd
nesday, July %, 1885. at II a. m. August J.
Wolfsohn, of New York city, and Miss Bette
Slaughter, of Yankton, Rev. l. N. Benson of
Omaha, officiating.
Press and daily Dakotaian. (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1880-1889, 1886-07-28

Smoke Baxter's Lucky Star s.. Cleal
Press and daily Dakotaian. (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1880-1889, 1886-07-28
SPECIAL NOTICES.
Lost and Found.

r osT-In Yankton, d. T., July Is, 1886, a poe
Ia ket book containing $40 and some receipts
from Germany. ff the finder will leave the
rc pts at this off ee he will be welcome to the |
noney. CHRISTIAN SWARTH,
Press and daily Dakotaian. (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1880-1889, 1886-07-28

nOUND-A set of carpenters tools, on upper
Il Third street. Owner inquire of
WILLIE GILMAN.
Press and daily Dakotaian. (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1880-1889, 1886-07-28

r OST-NOTE AND M0NEY.-Lost, between
IL Yankton and Gayville, on or along the rail-
ead track, a pocket book containing a note
for 1925 and S6.2s in silver. The finder will be
COMPENSATED by leaving the property ut the
press and Dakotaian office. LOUIS DAHL.
Press and daily Dakotaian. (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1880-1889, 1886-07-28

,xTANTED-A good job Blacksmith. a COM
w petent man will lind steady employment
with L.. CARR, Yankton.
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1886-01-23
couRr.nousE RAckEr.

County Attorney Bowlin dismissed a
large number OF criminal cases yesterday
IN which sufficient evidence could not he
obtained 10 Convict. The docket was
thus cleared Of the following: Claude
KYLE, charged with theft; Thos. johnson
and Jesse Berry, assault 10 murder; Della
Walker ami g. g McHam, theft over
$50; Asa Narlcan, assault 10 murder; H..
p. .Ialonlck, swindlng, over S20i
W. Il. Gannels, disposing Of mort
gagged property; Van Wilson, theft Of
cattle. The case against McHam was
dismissed brc8Gse Of the demise OF the
defendant.
IN the partition suit of Birdie Tummins
ct al. vs.. Bell Hutch ct al. the court APP
proved OF the sale OF real estate by the
sheriff, the proceeds of which, SS275, Will
be divided amoug the heirs
Chas. j. pitman was granted decree
of enforcement from Nj u. Pitnan on the
ground OF abandonment.
No decision has been rendered by the
court In the damage suit OF McCutchen
against Shefiff Davis Of wichita county.
II VIII probably be given to-day.
TnE GAMING CASKS.
County court was still engaged yester-
dsy 90 the gaming cases. Lon Listaget,
4 Frepchman whase name would b. nm
II spelled properly, was
and given the lowest sentsnce,
ten days 10 jail and . inc 81 sz5. Charles
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1886-01-23

II is hardly necessary TO add that she
leaves many friends behind her.
PATHS charm lies In her honesty and
IN her indomitable spirit, no less than In
what the world is pleased TO call talent.
She can't fail; she is too spirited. She
can't tire her audience; she is too honest.
And she is destined TO take the highest
rank. In personal appearance--an Inn
portaut matter In an actress, BY the way
Patti Rosa IS the most beautiful star
on the stage Of to-day. She has nothing
OF the dOll-facc about her; she has a
pretty, strong-character face that Is ex-
tremely winsome. Aud her form Is as
good as her face.
Yes, yes-Patti Rosa is 'little sparkle
OF sunshine;n regular heart winner;
and when she comes TO see us again a
crowded house will give her a sincere
welcome. Come again, Patti, come again.
Bring your knitting along next time and
stay a week or TWO. "May the Lord
watch between thee and me while absent
one from another. VI Montgomery Al.
vertiser and Mail
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1886-01-23
Wrnngle in tl,e ONO s4nn,e.

COLUMBUS, oHIo, Jan % The com
mittee on priveieges aud elections made
Il report IN the senate to-day asking far
Their authority to make Investigations,
aud that the minority OF the committee
pe relieved from inrther consideration OF
tue contested cases and that the matter
be brought back to the senate. On the
adoption of the minority report aud all
other motions relating thereto, the chair
held that the four Hamilton county mem
hers could notyote. TheDcmucratsr refused
to vote on any question aud the chair dc.
clarcd the report adopted by the seven
teen Republicans, which he ruled was Il
majority. The feeling grew intense and
while numerous motions and appeals
were being made the ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
put motion declaring the senate re-
cessed The president pro ten, MIR.
. Neill, TOOK the chair and reversed the
part OF the proceedings which had been
mad and the senate adjourned e. p. m.
Monday There is conflict II authority.
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1886-01-23
1EAoHnR. CoNyrNTIoN.

OUR LOCAL EDUCATORS TO MEET THIS
MORNING IN SCHOOL BUILDING NO. 9.
The first meeting for 1886 OF the Tar
rant County Teachers institute will be-
held this morning in school building NJ.
2, on Belknap street, commencing at 10
O'Clock. The following progra ume has
been furnished by the chairman, Prof
Alex Hogg;
|. How can the standard of proficiency of our
teachers be- improved? Pr (. Handy.
Drawing, with iass exercises. Miss Hall.
B. How to teach morals in the schools-Clasv
instructions. Miss Jones.
4. Singing elias, exercise. Mrs HoliinRworth.
The future OUTLOOK of the public schools
Prof. Davenport
O. ''Sy tenn" Prot Nj Benbrook.
Z, parallel Studies" Prof Gerard.
g. Subject to be announced). Prof. Connolly
Owing TO the extreme cold weather IL
has been inconvenient TO confer with the
presidents of the several districts. Still
it is hoped, and confidently expected that
the meeting will be one of interest and
profit.
There will be ample time TO discuss
many points of school interest. Judge
Furman Will be present and take part in
the deliberations, All are cordially in
vited TO attend.
ALEX. HoGG, Chairman.
| PROF. T. 2. MURRAY, Secretary.
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1886-01-23
TWO nuSnREn OH

AN INVESTMENT IN A TAX RECEIPT BY AN
EN-uTY OFFICER THAT HAS PAID NO
DIVIDENDS.
The trials and troubles of public
servant were forcibly illustrated hy a
little incident which ex-City Assessor and
Collector Il, Il, Maddox related to Il party
of friends yesterday. Reference was
made to certain gentleman once an
alderman Of Fort Worth, now resident
Of another city
"Yes," said Mr. Maddox, ~ hold tax
receipt against him now for $lal which ]
would Ike to cash"
GLOW is ihatYn was the query.
"Weii, when | was preparing to adyer-
Else the delinquent list he came to me
and begged that his property be left off,
saying that he would straighten the mat
ter up IN a day or two, A. he was an al
derman | thought it would certainly be
all right, and did as he requested When
the time came to make out my report the
taxes were unpaid and having failed to
advertise tile property, as the law re-
quires In case of delinquency, of course |
had TO 20 duwn in my pocket for the
money. That little aldermanic experience
cost me SOL
Mr. Maddox gave vent to an expression
OF deep disgust, which was echoed by his
audience.
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1886-01-23
MYRTLE.
Impedimcnt 90 Man with Hoe Remove,
Good Place for n Home.
Correspondence OF the Gazette.

impeachment 90 Man with Hoe Removed
Good Place for Homo.
Correspondence OF the Gazette,
MYRTLE, rRx., Jan. q Myrtle Is sit.
usted about ninety-tve miles northwest
of Fort Worth, IN Clay county. Oui
nearest railroad towns are Henrietta aud
| Bowie. The former II twenty-five mics
northeast and the latter twenty.stv, u
miles east. This portion Of Clay county
commence settlement about 1875. A
| few small stockmen moved here from
| Collin and Denton counties aud IL
Gated near Stampede Springs, The
county gradually improved until the great
pasture question arose, which was ABOUT
four years ago Then large cal.
Tie and laud syndicate bought
up the majority of the unUccupled
lands and fenced them up for pasture,
The syndicate. fenced mp all the small
farms beautiful and thriving litile
village at Stampede Springs was fenced In.
The public roads shared the same fate.
The small stockmen had 10 20. Many
farmers became discouraged and sold
their lands 10 the stOckmen and departed
to Other counties. The little town went
under. A state Of confusion existed until
about fifteen months ago, when another
change took place. I he cowmen failed,
their stock was sold, some ut private aud
some at sberff's sale. The pasture fence
was cut down aud the lands placed on the
market for sale. The pillow and hoe we're
again invited 10 come aud develop the
county which had been condemned as u
farming county. A goodly number re-
sponded 10 the call aud located IN
the vicinity OF Myrtle, Quilt com.
Portable houses, opened farms and
erected good school-houSes. Churches
Of the various denominations
have been organized A frst-class road
has been opened from Lodge creek east
10 the Montague county line, and q
second-c road from the Jack county
line, commencing from Lodge creek,
thence 10 Henrietta.
Henrietta Is beautiful little city, and
should command the farmers trade OF
Clay county, and by the proper manage
ment of her citizens and the comfy
officials she could do 1t by es-
taplishipg good roads TO the
different villages aud Deighborhoods, aua
by building good bridges across thsf
streams that flow through the county,
which are not so numerous but thai II
conid be accomplished and the ely aud
county would be amply compensated 10
the near future.
Tx GAZETTE is entitled To some Of the
credit fof Tie reformation IN tins c,liilts
II has advocated good ronds for the farni-
er, open range for the cowmen and thi
public domain for the actual settler. W.
are gratihed 10 be able ~ suy. and 8
the truth, too, that THE GAZETTE
Is read by more people Ia
this section than any other
paper published In Tue state We have
some Republican neighbors vino ar 4 ~
citizens that frequently ask US " * |
change TIKI GAzKTrR with them for th,
Toledo Blade or GlVbe-Deinocrat, which
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1886-01-23
A MINISTER PARD0NED.

A Murderer Released From Peniiautinry Ia,
the Last Stages OF Consumption,
Special to the Gazette.
NEW ORLEANS la, jan. 2l.---Goy. Nc
Emery to-day pardoned from the peniten-
tiary Rev. Ben Jenkins, who was serving
u lie term there 70 the murder Of Rev j.
Lane Borden In Mansfield two years ago.
iht crime was very sensational enc, as
both the murderer and his victim were
ministers and bosom friends aud stood
high in the community. Jenkins, who
was young man, had been pursuaded
by Borden to enter the church He
claimed that Borden, who was married
man and the principal OF the largest fc-
male college In Louisiana, had seduced
the young lady engaged to him, who was
an Inmate of that college. His defense
fell through on the trial, the young lady
entirely deny ing his slo y, and he wa,
found guilty and sentenced TO the peni-
Tertiary for his lite. His pardon IL
granted on the ground that he is tying OF
consumption and that the Imprisonment
will very soon end his lie.
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1886-01-23
peck,s nad noy.

The dramatization OF the humorous
sketches of Geo w. Peck into an alleged
comedy, II judged by the performances at
The opera-house last night, is u dismal
failure "Peck's Bad Boy is about a.
poor a play as ever accomplished
the feat OF running two seasons
The sketches are no doubt very humor-
Gus when taken In homeopathic doses,
but when put into a play aad the char
acteTs are handle q as they were last night,
they have about as much gcauine humor
in them on can be found ia decayed
chestnut. THE comedy should be re-
"Peck's Bad Play" and re-
tired from the stage II koko IN the
MilSado would ehead this play, a sufer-
ing public would rise up aud say "blessed
be the lord high executioner."