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The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1888-04-04
God regards saint in rags more than a

God regards saint in rags more than a
sinner in robes. The whole Of crumbling
tabernacles now occupied by His people will
soon be levelled with the dust; but it matters
not since "He has prepared for them city"
-[Jackson.
Lean ON Jesus and He will rest you. Labor
for Jesus and He will bless you. Live for
Jesu., and your soul shall mount up as on an
eagles wing you shall run and never weary.
YOU shall walk arm in arm with Him and
never faint.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1888-04-04

DR.. Richardson afirms that inn keepers,
nublicans, and barkeepers have in London
higher death-rate. than any class except
hackney -coachmen. ...A.---
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1888-04-04

back no responsive clasp, from that ema-
ciated finger, the ring that she had worn so
long and worn so we'll
On some anniversary day you take up that
ring, and you repolish it until all the old lus-
ter comes back, and you can sac In IL the
flush of eyes that long ago ceased to weep:
Oh, it is not an unmsaning thing when tell
YOU that when Christ receives soul into his
ieeping he puts on it q marriage ring. be
andoys YOU from that moment with all his
wealth. You are one-Christ and the SOUL
one in sympathy, one in affection, one Ill
hope.
There Is no power in earth or hell to effect
q enforcement after Christ and the soul are
united. Other kings have turned out their
companions when they got weary OF them,
and sent them adrift from the palace gate
Ahasuerus banished Vashti; Napoleon for
sock Josephine; but Christ is the husband
that is true forever. Having loved you once,
He loves you to the end. Did they not try 70
divorce Margaret, the Scotch girl, from
Jesus1 They said: 'sYou must give up your
religion" She said: II can't give up my
relision.n And so they took her down to the
beach of the sea, and they drove in a stake
at low water mark and they fastened her to
it, expecting that as the tide came up her
faith would fail. The tide began to rise, and
came up higher, and to the girdle, and to the
lip, and in the last moment, just as the wave
was washing her soul into glory, she snouoe1
the praises Of Jesus.
Oh, no, you cannot separate a soul from
Christ. It is an everlasting marriage. Bat
tie, and storm, and darkness cannot do it.. l:
1t too much exultation for man, VINO IS ou
dust and ashes like myself, to cry out to-day
81 am persuaded that neither height, mol
depth, nor principalities, nor powers, mol
things present, nor things to come, nor any
other creature shall separate me from TN
love Of Sod which is in Christ Jesus, my
Lordf" Glory be to God that when Chris
and the soul are married they are bound By
a chain, golden chain-if might say so--s
chain with one link, and that one link tn
golden ring Of Gods everlasting love.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14
At The Fashion.

The entertainment opened last night
with novel, frst part entitled, 1.-The
Sailors Holiday" by Burke, and was
greeted with rounds OF applause. The
boat setting was very natural.
Miss Pearl Bradburn was first on the
olio and her songs we're new and catchy.
w. S. Wheeler, as the German sena.
tor, danced himself into public favor.
Miss Bell Fsirmont is a tale nted young
lady. Her singing and dancing and her
graceful movements are sll that one
could ask for.
The Marions, in their change act did
some quick work The change to the
two oOnvicts being indeed commend
able.
J. Arthur Doty appeared for the frat
time In several years, and his San AntO-
MO friends, judging from the reception
he received from their hands, had not
forgotten him. This gentleman is
is the most refined and artistic
performer in his line OF business, on
the vaudeville stage.
Mr.. John Marion's sentimeEt8 songs
were very good.
Mr. John Burke, as the dude, Ia Mis-
haps," was funny.
Haley and Flynn are the acknowledge
ed best song and dance team the Fash
lon has had for many day. Their rep
resentation OF the two amateurs training
to be circus actors was very funny, and
deserving of the many calls that were
made upon them.
The afterplece. "Mishaps,' closed the
entertainment. The same bill will be
given during the week.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14
Gard From J. NJ. Emerson.

II is with sincere regret that announce to
leave the dear old Alamo City. ! have lived in
San Antonio about seven years and have been
fortunate in my business and happy in the
midst of the people. meant what | said when
| advertised Emerson has come to stay, and
always intended to make San Antonio my per-
manent home, hut now find myself compelled
to leave for new country. | still retain an in
tCrest in San Antonio and do not intend to dis
pose of foot of my real estate so that al
though personally | shall be out of the city, |
shall always be aiIve to San Antonio and her
for their kind favors, and, to assure them that
! shall be glad TO hear of their prosperity in
the future. All my stock is for sale at once
A great opportunity is offered TO buyers to
take advantage of the prices at which have
bought goods. Stock consists of solid gold
watches, solid silver watches, chains, dia-
mOnds-set In rings, pins, studs, etc.,-I have
stopped advancing money on goods and shall
from this time try to close out my business.
All goods will be sold only to cash buyers.
Also large stock of furniture on hand ut less
than same can be landed in the city. A fine
stock of guns, pistols and sporting goods on
hand. All fixtures, safes, show cases, desks,
show windows. letter press, letter cabinet file,
etc, etc, for sale.
would say to the people of San Antonio,
that mean business and intend to lose no
time in selling of my stock. This will be a
great opportunity to buy goods at the lowest
figures.
Remember we have a fine stock of forfeited
gains. Call early and see them.
~ Remember we have a large Pawn sale
on February 20, 1888. Very respectfully,
~ If j, NJ, EMERSON.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14

The entertainment Go be given by
the Smith Family In Casino hall Friday,
February 18th, will be one OF the most
amusing and attractive ever presented
In San Antonio. All who wish to have
a good laugh and have u good time, as
we'll as hear good music, better be on
hand. 2-9-tf
Tickets for the Old Folks Concert,
February 10th, and the Smith Family on
the 18th, at Casino hall may be had at
Mic TeDgg's and cambridge Il Corners
book stores, and from the young people
OF Madison Square Presbyterian church.
The dTlce 10 only 30 cents for each even
ing, and none should fail to see these In
teTesting and unique entertainments.
Doors open at 1880. 2-9.tf
Don't forget to see the various at
fractions at the Casino tonight Tues
dsyl. The entertainment alone, given
by the members OF the willing Workers
band. Will be worth the full price OF adj
mission, % cents. But besides the above,
will be bazaar OF articles, most OF
which came from India, and 'loan ex-
hlbition," OF rare, curious and costly
things from the Orient-a sight worth
seeing and one which cannot be expect
ed often In San Antonio. 1t
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14
Grand Opera House.

This temple OF amusement was as
well filled last night as on Sunday night
to witness the combination entertain
ment by Bells Msrionettes, etc. The
entertainment has so well pleased San
Antonians that there were many In at
tendance last night as or the previous
night, and as much, II not more APP
plause was given on the appearance Of
the many good things on the pro-
gramme. A refined and entertaining
"show" was given, after which the dis
tributiOn OF the presents took place and
goodnight WAS said through the stereop-
ticOn pictures which closed the per-
Torrance.
Tonight the programme will be re-
pested and matinee will take. place to-
morrow afternoon, at which, by the
kind Invitation OF Mr.. Gus. Bell and Mr..
Riscbe, the orphans of the city will be
present.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14
Two We vs.. Choose Which

There are Two Usual ways of doing what ma
ture sOmet res does incOmpleiely, ms mely, to
relieve the bowels. Ohe is 20 swallow a dr3s.
tic purgative which evacuates proi usely, eb.
ruptly and with pam, the other is to take Hos
letters Stomach Bitters. the eject Of which
is not Violent, but sufficiently thoroug5. and
which does not g.iDe the inees-inos.
If the first is selec cd, the person
employing it need not expect pei ranent ben
eft, ana he cannot nope TO escape the de0ii-
atine reaction wn:cu leaves the organs as bad
or worse OF than before II, on the other
hand, he resorts to the Btters, he can rely
upoa the restoration O. regular habit
OF body. consequent UDOn a renewal of a
bealIhiu, tone ia the Intestinal canal. Be.
sides heshhf0lly relaxing ,1e bowels, the Bit
tiers arOuses Il dormant liver, impa, "a IA bene-
fetal impetus to The acton OF tue kid leys,
matism, a tendency TO govt, aud malaria in all
its forms.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14
HOW HE DIED.
Some Account OF How Deputy
Sheriff Alice Killed Brant
rarnn

Corne-t.
Further accounts of the killing Of
Brsnt Cornett, alias Captain Dick,
shows that on Saturday night Cornett
calleu at the ranch OF A. Y. Alice, which
Ia about sevanteen miles from Pearssll.
Alice 10 a deputy sheriff and WAS on the
lookout for Cornett. He demanded
supper, II vas wen him, and he soon
left. In the morning he came for break
fast. When he had finished his meal he
WAS leaving, when Alice confronted him
with q cooked revolver and said: "Con-
sider yourself under al est, and throw
I'D your hands" am be d II dc"
replied Cornett, and made for his pistol.
Both men then shot at each other sew
eral times. Alice was Injured,
but he bad close call for
his hat was shot. Cornett was shot In
the side, abdomen, heart and neck and
died In q few minutes, but ere he died
he managed to fire shot at bis aDtago-
mist. which, however, went wide OF the
mark.
By this act Alice Is entitled to re-
ward of $1,000 from the Wells, Fargo
Express Co., $500 from the state, $500
from the United States and 500 from
the Southern Pacific X. r., besides
other minor local rewards.
Cornett was desperate who lived by
nefarious means, and was leader OF
band OF robbers. An inquest was held
over his remains, he was then fully
identified and his body YVES buried in
the potters field.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14
At ST, MarI.'s Deanery.

A larger and If possible, more fashion
able and cultured sssemblsge than on
the previous entertainment by the La
dies Altar Society OF this church assem-
bled at the desnery last night IN re-
Spouse to the numerous Invitations sent
out. A very pleasant programme was
carried out, consisting of so
los, and instrumental music
by volunteer amateurs. Among
which was vocal solo by Mrs. Bessie
Bell Brown, violin solo by Gen. Geo. W.
Baylor, quartette by the BelknsP lnstru-
mental Qqartette, guitar duet, by
Messrs. Shook and Walton, etc. Coffee,
cake and sandwiches were served at a
moderate price. The committee 10
charge OF the entertainment was COM
posed OF Mrs. Gen. Young, Mrs. RObt.
Frazer, Mrs. j. s. Carr, Mrs. Hull, Mrs.
II. Cunningham, Mrs. Ed. Terrell and
Mrs. Herkimer.
This entertainment concludes these
pleasant affairs until after Lent.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14
BOTTOMS BARGAINS,

One Hall square piano.
One Christie square piano.
One square Wagner piano.
Two ladies side-saddles.
One lot counter and shelving.
One leather-top phaeton.
One Mosler safe, $500 pounds.
One Diebold safe, 5000 pounds.
Fine assortment upholstering goods.
New and secondhand furniture.
Elegant Parlor suits.
Fine upholstered lounges
One set StereOscopion cases and re-
views.
Two billiard tables.
Two pool tables.
Three large ranges and ten thousand
other articles cheap. II
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14
CITY OF MEXICO.

Cheap Excursion Tickets.
San Antonio to City Of Mexico and
return. Only $50 for the round trip.
Tickets good TO return six months from
date OF sale. For information call on
any regular ticket agent or
j. 8. MAcNAMARA,
Union Ticket office.
g. e. MINER,
Gen. Travelling Agt. Mex.
l-l2-lm Cent. Ry., FL Paso.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14
To the Public Notice.

My next large Pawnbrokers' sale will take
place on MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10th, 1888,
and from day to day until all pledges are sold
at my office, No. II Soledad street, San An
tonic, Bexar Co. Tex, at 10 O'Clock a. m, per
notices, at which time all pledges whereon the
dues have not been paid when due, will be
sold at public cutlery according to law. / desire
to give my depositors notice to come forward
and either redeem or extend the time on their
sold. / can extend no ticket longer than
thirty days from date of last extension, at
which time deposltors must be prepared to
redeem said property, as am preparing to
close my business. 2-7-6t j. M. EMERSON.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14
PYTHIAN REVELRY.
THE ELK LODGE. X. OF p. AND
FRIENDS


Score a Grand success and DEFY
sleep and Dull care by an
Evening OF Onal'oyed
Pleasure.
The long looked for entertainment
and hop by the Knights OF Pythias
lodge OF this city occurred at Casino
hall last night and the attendance was
so large that ere the entertainment
began every seat In the spacious hall
was filed with the best OF San Anto-
nIo's society. About $50 O'Clock Gotta
rellps orchestra began the opening
overture, after which the curtain rose
and Judge CA Kellar, V. o., delivered
few remarks on the Pytbian order and
It's objects.
Judge Kellar was folio we'd by that ac-
compllsbed young musician, Miss
Zulema Garcia, In well executed piano
solo. Miss Garcia was succeeded by
Miss Lulu MoAllister In q charming
solo, 1.-The Bend OF the River" ana
received as great appelause as did the
charming pianiste before her.
Messrs. y. boyle anu Eu' daunllton'in
banjo and mandolin duet, Also came
In Tor share OF the applause, wnich,
however, was not literally bestowed
until Mrs. Annie kstzenbeIger sang her
solo, The waiting Heart" miss Jessie
Bell delivered charming recitation,
which was followed by comic duet,
Emily and john" by Mrs. Fannie Har-
rison and Mr.. w. e. Tobin.
The concert part OF the programme
was concluded by violin solo by MISS
Zulema Garcia, who was as + srfectly at
home 10 her execution on this difhcult
instrument as with the pianoforte.
An intermission OF ten minutes en-
sued, which WAS ended by the produc-
ton Of the farce, Lodge Secrets Given
Away" This was indeed laughaDle, the
candidate, Mr.. Michael Gilhooly, the
lrishman, being taken In hne style, ooth
In brogue and action, by Mr.. i. A. Con-
her. The secrets or the lodge were
"given away" 10 fine style, the follow
ing members taking part:
Grand MOgul. ...... 49,. w. 5. Hadley
Grand Vice Mogul. -. j. V. Dignowity
Grand Assistant Mogul.. j. L. Halle
Grand Patriarch. q. l.. Sauer
Grand Recorder Of Events. .J.T. Burnett
Grand Watch Dog or the. 49,. $50.
Treasury. ......."......T. i. johnson
Grand Surgeon. .........Geo. ID. Roemer
Grand Conductor.......J. Z. W. Street
Grand Ii side Guard.'....C Z. r. Frommer
Captain OF the Mulligan GUARDS. 49,.
.......... 80. 49,. ...... Nat Hart
Members of the Guard: Adam Schmidt,
corporal; G. K. Kennedy, Gus Rawles,
W. S. RGwles, w. s. Whitworth, ). z.
Ball. s. r. Besse, G. Is. Mullsly, Harry
Haste, w. +. Simmons.
Part Ill was then begun, by clearing
the hall and dancing the polonaise. A
long list Of popular dances ensued end
nearly all present Joined 10 the festivi-
ties, the hall being so crowded that great
olrcumspection was needed In tripping
the may step made so deliciously entic-
ing by the sweet strains OF the excel
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14
Not 60 Bad After All.

On Saturday night there was some ex-
element when a number of armed men
passed up Houston street led by two
policemen and followed by a deputy
sheriff. Some thought they were bri-
gands, train robbers or some other des-
peradoes, but they were not. 1t was
only the actors in the mining camp
scene az the eh turner m%sqoeeraasl VINO
rested for carrying concealed weapons
or being mobbed by an outraged public.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14
1t Was Admired.

By the kindness OF Mr.. II. G. Chees-
man, who represents Messrs. Frees &
Sons. Of Dallas, in this city, one of
Hardeman's celebrated pianos was
placed in the Casino to be used at the
Knights OF Pytbias entertainment last
night. The rich tone and general ex-
cellence Of the instrument delighted the
musicians who took part In it, and were
appreciated by a critical audience.
Mr.. Cheesman has come here to To-
cate, and will at an early date open q
branch house of the Dallas firm and sell
musical instruments on the most adysn-
tageOus terms.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14
Fifth Ward Social Club.

The above named club gave a delight
ful dance at their hall, corner Of Avenue
ID and 10th street, last night, 10 honor OF
the early departure Of Mr.. and Mrs. Joe
Simpson to reside in Houston. Artzt's
band furnished the music, and there
were present: Mr.. Jas. Burnett and
wife, Mrs. Green, Mrs. Marion. Mrs.
Simpson, Misses Lille Draper, Emma
Manger, Alice Stone, Christins Rettner,
Caroline Somers, Lizzie Draper, Julia
Miss Anderson, Mrs. J. Welder, r. Bader
and family. Messrs. w. Carr, Phil. Man
ger, Jr., Peter Jonas. Jr.. Ed. Deere,
Frank Somers, Tom Shields, Ed. Lucid,
G. Zimmerman, Bob Hardesty, Lem
Hall, George Davidson, w. Day, Henry
Limberg and others.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14
HOTEL ARRIVALS.

MENGE2 HOl gL.-B Lyel, San Marcos; W
Davis, u Il Smith, 81 Louis; g. Dreamer, V II
Creaper, Bosom; E A Tcego, J Il Sattefly,
Chicago; U Lawrence, PntsbDrg; } Swarm,
New Orlea IS; V Jacois, II Allen. A Moore,
+ Morley, } ShlOss, New Yorv; ID Bassett,
Bugben, Corpus Christi; w A Scott, Flores
Vile; i HOllingsworth, Austin; Shane,
Philadelphia; J II Max, Chicago; W Neal,
Seguin,
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14
For Sale at a Bargain.

The furniture Of fifteen rooms; also
dining room and kitchen furniture of q
first-clsss boarning house, centrally To-
Gated. The house can be rented at q
reasonable price, and length OF time to
suit. The parties are going to leave
the city. Also furniture fixtures and
business OF first-class restaurant.
q. l.. DIGN0wITY 81 Co. 2132t
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14
PERSONAL.
W. p. Gerfers, wife and daughter, are
at the Mahncke, from Bulgarde.

The British War Office has received an
order directing that a statement be pre-
pared at each military center detailing
the facilities for summoDing the reserves
and strengthening the battalions from
the depOts within fOrty-eight hours Ia
the event OF the mobilization of the
army becoming necessary. The order Is
precautionary step to enable new
mobilization.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14
willing Workers Mission Band.

Willing Workers Mission Band.
An entertainment will be given by
this band in Casino hall on Tuesday,
Feb. IA. Besides some very interesting
exercises In the way OF recitations,
music and the "Salutes of the Nations"
which last will be in costume. There
will be many novel attractions. One de-
partment will be strictly oriental in its
character. In this may be seen FL. II
ii. Nourmahal, Princess OF Cashmere,
who will be a patron Of the Indian Bs-
Zaar in which may be found curious and
useful articles from Hindoostan. A
"hawker man." recently from Bombay
and Madras, will also have Indian bas-
kets to sell. Another feature will be q
loan exhibition" OF curious and beauti-
full things from the Orient. Refreshments
consisting In part of rice and curry, In
dia tea, etc., will be served to those
wishing them. Admission to hall %
cents. 27-5t
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14
Miss N. A. otle Married.

On Wednesday last the Rev. Father
G. J. Smith OF st. Mary's church in this
city united 10 marriage at Fort Davis,
Marie Agnes, daughter of Col. and Mrs.
Elmer Otis to Lieutenant De Rosey G.
Cabell. Both parties are well and favor
ably known In this city and their many
friends congratulate them upon their
happiness.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14
Robbed While Sleeping.

Professor Asgeler, one of our public
school teachers, who resides on Villita
street, went home last night and retired
to rest, laying his pants on the table.
In the morning those pants we're found
In the back yard, but his money was
gone. There is no question that sneak
thief entered his room during the night
and took this chestnut methods of re-
lieyinR him of his money.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14
AS il Should Be.

AS Il should Be.
At the meeting of the International
Building and Loan association held at
their Office last night the following
officers we're elected:
President, Capt. A. J. Fry.
Vice President, Geo. r. Hines.
Secretary, DR.. M. Lindner.
Treasurer, f. Gros.
Attorney, c. ii. Clifford.
Directors, l.. HUH, Jr., Jake Weber.
c. Runge, b. l.. Ayoook, and w. F.
Brine.
1t will thus be seen that nearly all the
old officers were reelected 10 their sue
cessfui management Of the association.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14
Select knights.

The Select knights of the Ancient
Order Of United Workmen met last
night in the Firemsn's hall, and the fol-
lowing officers we're installed:
J. d. Hamilton. c.
w. Eberhardt, V. G.
II. A. Blair, l.. c.
w. Holt, h. s.
s. B. Witchell, Treasurer.
II. HeIligmsnn, S. B.
c. F. Raforth, s. W.
-. Bradep, j. w.
-. Mann, outside guard.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14
Republican Mass Meeting.

1 request every republican in Bexar
county to meet with me at Turner hall,
on Saturday evening, at 8 o'clock sharp,
February Is, 1888, to take the necessary
steps towards the holding of the next
State Republican convention In this city.
Every republican having the interest OF
the city and county at heart will be there.
JOHN III. BoLToN,
Chairman Rep. Elk. CON-, Bexsr Co.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14
The Doctors Valentine.

DR.. Lindner at noon today sat In his
office busy at the books of the Interna-
tionsl Building and Loan Association,
trying to see how he could secure the
members 1900 per cent on their invest
ment, when demure little boy entered
and haDded him package labelled
Dynamite, DR.. LindneT After I'M
wrapping about twenty newspapers, he
did not find any dynamite, but he found
what shocked him just as much. 1t was
comic valentine containing the pic
ture of an old woman, having her mouth
enclosed by paddock, and inscribed
BLADDER.
With tongue forever running.
And mouth upon the stretch,
A certain mode to cure you
You'll find upon the sketch;
A tightly fitting paddock,
As everybody knows,
Is just the thing that's needed, =.
Your blabbing mouth to close.
And inside of the valentine were two
fresh doughnuts, supposed to have been
bought at auction at cents per 100.
the doctor ate the doughnuts aud is
laughing so heartily at the joke that his
neighbor, Richter, thinks that the thun =
der storm he prOphesied q few years ago
is at last coming here.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1888-02-14

NOoS& trife with any Throat or
AVN Lung Disease. If you have
a Cough or Cold, or the children are
threatened with Croupor Whooping Cough,
use Acker's English Remedy and prevent
further trouble. II is a positive cure.
and we guarantee it. Price 10 and soc
For Sale by Ragiand g. Kennedy.