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The Nicodemus cyclone. [volume] (Nicodemus, Graham County, Kan.) 1887-1888, 1888-04-13

A very mysterious accident &c, ar.
ed near New Hampton, Ia, where
BY q passenger train was thrown
into the Wapsie river by the giving
way Of q bridge. a number Of
passengers IS supposed to have
drowned.
The Nicodemus cyclone. [volume] (Nicodemus, Graham County, Kan.) 1887-1888, 1888-04-13

During large thunder storm at
Emlenton, Pa, Oh the 2rd, a large
tank containing 200 barrels If oil
was struck BY tightening, took fire
and boiled over. Tie Hquii flowed
down the hillside, threatening dis
astet to tie town, but was avertod,
BY throwing UP bitches which turn
Cd the fiery torrent in another
direction.
The Nicodemus cyclone. [volume] (Nicodemus, Graham County, Kan.) 1887-1888, 1888-04-13
NOTICE CT REPUBLICAN
COUNTY CONVENTION.

There will be a Republican dele
gate Convention at Hi City, Ora
ham county, Kansas, on April 2Ts
1888, at ore ):clock, 2. H., for the
purpose Of selecting four 60 dele
gates and four a. alternates to re-
present Graham county, in the
Congressional Convention to be
held at Russell, Kans., May ID, '89.
Ais four () delegates and four "a
alternat@s to represent Graham Go.
IN 9Th Congressional District Con
vention at Oberlin, Kan, May 10th.
1888. Also two (2l delegates and
two % alternares to represent the
County in the Safe Convention to
be held at Wichita, Kan, May h,
1888. Also two ~ delegates aid
two (2) alternates to represen. Ia
County in the State Convention I'd
be held at Topeka, Kan. July o.
'08. Also four CA delegates and
four (4 alternates to represea'
Graham comfy in the Senatorial
Convention to be held at Cobb,
Kan, July oath, 1888.
The Primaries for the selection
Of delegates to the County Conven
tioD will be aeli at the usual voting
place il each Township on Thurs
day, April 18th, at , o'clock, T. n
Tie several Townships are en-
titled 0 the following number 81
dele1ates, to-wit:
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-07-19

The exercises at the Augusta NJ E.
Church. on Tuesday night, before the Nor
nal Institute and a number of our citi-
zens was very interesting. They consisted
OF Rotations, addresses. vocal and instru-
mental music, &c. constituting program
that was enjoyed by the large audience
paesent. Prof. Trigg, of Lynchbnfg, was
IN charge. The entertainment was opened
with prayer, followed by music by the
choir. An essay the "Mode:D Teacher, ?"
was read by Mr.. W. T. Hughes, showing
close thought aud much care in its prep
aration. This was followed by a. solo
sWeetly sung by Miss l.. A. Coleman. An
essay by Miss Rosa Cole was then deliv-
ered succeeded by a recitation by Miss
Julia Coleman, which was rendered with a
high degree of dramatic effect. displaying
much histrionic talent. A selection was
we'll read by Miss Mamie Coles, mani
Testing correct conception of the idea
and an impressive presentation of the
spirit of the piece. A solo by Mr.. Ricf-
ard Davis, of Richmond. was received by
the audience with earnest demonstrations
of approval. J. 7. Anderson, as the crit
ical editor of the Eye closed the pro-
gram with some appropriate and telling,
as well rs amusing touches on current
events. Music by choir and the benedic-
tion by Rev. J. A. Holmes, completed the
exercises for the evening.
The music. the original essays. as well
as the readings and recitations. all com
bined to make the entertainment one of
rare pleasure.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-07-19
SfrlLI7isIg Springs.

tractive Summer resorts in the mountains
OF Virginia, are now open for visitors,
under new management and new auspices.
The premises have been thoroughly reno
waited and everything put in complete or
der. Every arrangement for the comfort
OF those who may patronize Stribling this
season has been made to contribute to the
comfort and health of guests. We know
of no watering place where greater bene-
fits can be assured to those seeking rest
aud restored vigor, than at Stribling, and
under the new proprietors we have no
satisfactorily met.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-07-19
advantage of /
Call at the Virginia Hotel Restaurant
for % cent meal. Tie best of the season
furnished.
Beverly Street Improvement.

Beverly street improvements.
j. M. Wilson has been awarded the con-
tract for the building to be erected on the
lot lately purchased by Barkman & Singer
from the Kelly estate. The lot is next to
the marble yard of ]. G. Marquis. The
old house is to be torn down and new and
handsome building two stories high, with
an elegant plate glass front, high pitched
second story, the whole topped by highly
ornamented and stylish cornice will take
the place Of the present gloomy front.
The store room will be SO feet deep, with a
side entrance to the ice cream parlor. The
new building will be beautifully finished
in the very best style, and will be great
attraction to the south side of Main Street.
1t is hoped it will stir up property owners
On that square to increased improvements.
j. E. Tlnsley, Esq, is the architect of the
new building, and furnishes all the details
and working plans. The designs are
beautifully executed, and display great
taste and skill.
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Special Term,

A special term of the Augusta county
Circuit Court commenced in this place On
Tuesday, Judge Keith, of the Alexandria
circuit, presiding. The case the city of
Stanton against John NJ, Carroll, late
city treasurer, was stricken from the
docket, Carroll having satisfied all claims
against him.
The Frazier case was argued by 7. G.
Elder and w. E. Craig, and submitted &
decision is expected this morning.
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Middle River Items.

lRepOrted for the VIRGINIAN.
AS our community is not represented by
an ink Singer, we will try and give to the
readers of your paper from time to time
some of the most important happenings:
that is, if our letter is not doomed to
that ever dreaded waste basket.
A severe hail storm visited this section
the Sth inst, doing considerable damage
to growing crops. Hail fell as large as a
walnut and in all shapes.
Mr. Perry l.. Cline is building new
barn on the farm he purchased from Mr.
B. Frank Cox. Messrs. Landes & Son of
Mt. Sidney, are the contractors.
Mr.. L. n. Silllng has been confined to
his room with a sore foot, but is at this
writing out again.
Miss Mary E. Mcclure. of the D. D.
and B. Institution, daughter of G. G. Nc
Clune. Esq. is spending a few days at hel
home.
Mr. John Bumgardner has been on the
sick list for the past few days, and we art
sorry to say is no better.
Rev. Mr.. Laiide of Mt. Horeb churcl
preached an able sermon at Anderson
School House the Sth instant.
AS presidential campaign has just com
menced, and you have more importan
matter to fill your columns, we will no
ask for any more space at this time, Du
will in the near future. A. A, ).
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-07-19

The August Century will be issued on
the first day of the month as usual, i'll
spite of the fire which did such serious
damage to the editorial and business Off.
ces of the magazine. The contents of this
iSsue-the Midsummer Holiday Number
will include an account of Mr.. George
KEENAN, IS first meeting with political eX
lies in Siberia. Readers Of this series of
articles On Siberia will be interested in
biographical sketch of Mr.. KEENAN, with
portrait), in this number, written by Miss
Anna Laurens, daughter of Senator
Dawes, in which will be explained Mr..
KEENAN, s peculiar fitness for his task, his
previous knowledge of Russian affairs. etc.
The August number will contain the
beginning of two serials: 'sSidereal Astron'
omy, Old and New. by Edward S. Holden,
of Lick Observatory, aud a three part
story, "A Mexican Campaign" by Thos.
A. Janvier, author OF the Ivory Black
stories.
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Memorial Service.

Sunday morning last the hour devoted
South, was dedicated to memorial tribute
to the late Rev. John S. Martin. The
deceased was MUCH beloved by the people
of Staunton, and especially Of the Meth
odist congregation. He had served them
four years as pastor and four years more as
Presiding Elder, residing in Stanton
during the eight years. Every one knew
and loved him. His genial greetings on
the street. his pastoral visits, and his able
pulpit ministrations, brought him near to
the citizens of Staunton, and drew out the
manifestations of the warmest personal
regards. 1t was appropriate that the
church of which he was so distinguished
member. and the congregation which he
had so faithfully and profilably served
should testify the devotion in which he
was held.
The choir sang several hymns selected
for the occasion. DR.. Gardner, the pastor,
followed in feeling review of his asso
citation with DR.. Martin and the services
he had rendered to the church and the
cause of christianity. Rev. A. A. Esk-
ridge, now IS years of age, spoke touch
iEgly of his fifty years intimacy with the
deceased, and Rev. DR.. Waugh. the presid-
ing elder, spoke feelingly of the great
worth of DR.. Martin and its influence
upon community. Messrs. A. M. Simpson
and H. Risk, two of the Oldest members
of the church, for many years intimately
acquainted with him as pastor and friend,
gave their testimony to his great worth,
and the Astounding good he had accom-
plished.
The services were very impressive and
during their progress solemn and intense
feeling of reverence and devotion pre-
vailed.
nh hn ,e, I,o
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-07-19

The fair of the B. of L. E. was decided
success, about $500 being the Let result.
Several handsome prizes were awarded TO
successful competitors. Conductor Jno.
Niche received diamond ring. James
Ellison fine lantern; Miss Julia Mills a
$50 gold watch, raising $l36 for the Bro
therhood; Miss Pattie Layton turned in
over 500, and was presented with a ring
with diamond studded star; Mrs. Smailes
received nice tea set; Miss Plant, dia-
mond earrings. The fair closed with a
ball Friday night last. ]. F. Kingan fur
nished the jewelry in the list of prizes.
Altogether it was q pleasant and profitable
occasion, and we congratulate our friends
on their success.
The success Of the fair and ball was
largely due to the active efforts and untir-
ing energy of Mrs. Katie Mills and those
assisting her. She was instant in season
and out of season, and left nothing undone
to crown the enterprise with triumph. In
recognition of her invaluable services the
Brotherhood presented her with beauti-
full Maltese cross. Mrs. Plant. the mother
OF Mrs. Mills, was not forgotten either.
She was the recipient of an elegant set of
china and large ake-recognitions all
richly deserved.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-07-19
Have your roofs painted with Obelisk
Metallic Roof Paint before it is too late.
A stitch in time save nine.


Mr., James A. Craig, father of Mr.. j..
r. Craig, our Augusta street merchant.
died at his residence near Craigsville, on
Sunday last, aged Ga years. He had been
complaining for several weeks of bowel
trouble which would not yield to medical
treatment, and ended in death. He was a
useful citizen, and man of the strictest
integrity, esteemed by all who knew him,
The VIRGINIA SEAL is made of pure
Havana tobacco, land is an aromatic smoker.
Try them.
Election of MatrOn of the W. L.. Asy Iunl.
At meeting of the board of the West
ern Lunatic Asylum on yesterday, Mrs.
Virginia l.. Thompson, of this city, was
elected Matron of that institution, to fill
the vacancy caused by the resignation of
Mrs. Hopkins Oh account of i'll health.
There were l6 applicants for that position.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-07-19
Meals. on Court day, at all hours, at the
Virginia Hotel Restaurant.
Death of NEr. John Bunagardner.

DVHths UH NhEs bVEH1i btiEzs5sEFUHtEs
Mr.. John Bumgardner, residing about
five miles from Stanton, near NJ iddle
River, died on Wednesday morning after
an illness of several weeks. He had been
in declining health for several years, but
not until recently were fears entertained
of his death, He was aged about rs years.
The funeral sermon will be preached to-
day at 10 o'clock at Mt. Pleasant Church,
ana the remains inferred in the Vaulear
burying grounds,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-07-19
MARRHED ID.

June 18th, by the Rev D. A. Penick. Thos. l..
Chaplin to Miss Martha, daughter of A. j. and
May Gilmore both of Rockbridge.
June 18th. by the Rev. A. F. Pursley. G. P
Painter to Miss NJ. Virginia May, daughter OF
Sam and Mary Miller. both of Rockbridge.
Juna 18th, by the Rev. w. M. McElwee, R. 8.
Craig to Miss Emma b.. daughter of VIM. G.
and ?. A Hamilton, Of RockLridge.
july 9TH, by the Rev. Alfred Jones, Andrew
NJ. b ttterbaugh to Mrs. Georgiana ID. Green
dalgi ter of VIM. and Elizabeth Barber, both OF
RocB ridge county.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-07-19
The most quiet and comfortable place
in the city to get good dinner at 25 cts.
is the Virginia Hotel Restaurant.
Death of simon Ill. HiIb.

Information was received yesterday by
Mr., Adolph Loeb, of the death, at the
home for the aged in Baltimore, of MI
Simon II. Hilp. He had been i'll for six
months, resulting from paralysis of the
spine and was entirely helpless. His every
want, however, Was kindly met, and every
comfort afforded him He was well known
here and much esteemed as a kind, ge-
nal companion and liberal minded citizen.
He had served in the Mexican war as a
lieutenant, and was receiving a pension at
the time of his death. His age was ebout
seventy two,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-07-19

The simple application of !''Swayne s
Ointment without any internal medi-
cine, will cure any case of letter, Salt
Rheum. Ringworm, Piles, Itch, Sores,
Pimples, Eczema. all Scaly, Itchy Skin
Eruptions, no matter how obstinate or
dong standing. 1t is potent, effective, and
costs nut trifle.
Julyi2-lY
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-07-19
seven.Day Adventists' Camp Meeting.

eVen.Day AdvemfisIs' Camp Meet1ns.
The annual camp meeting of the Seven
day Adyentsts will be held at Woodstock.
j uly oath to August Sth, 1858. The Balti-
more and Ohio Railroad Co.. will sell ex-
.cursion tickets at reduced rates from all
stations on the Valley division for all
trains during the camp, and will run
special trains Sunday, August 5th, from
the following stations, and sell round trip
tickets good on that day only, at the rates
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-07-19

VIM. Glenn. No. Is N. Augusta street,
having housed large quantity of Prime
Ice, is prepared to supply customers from
his wagons regularly every day. Ice milk,
and cream also on sale at all hours. Orders
left will receive prompt attention.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-07-19

We have effected an arrangement with
Professor Holmes. of the Sherwood Female
Seminary by which qualitative analyses of
all kinds minerals will be made without
cost the owLers.an the result published
in the VIRGINIAN
This department was for long time
conducted by DIR. Traphagen. and proved
of interest and value to many of our read
ers and patrops. DR.. Traphagen's sue
eessor is a sklllfui and thorough chemist,
aud will make the department as popular
and full of interest as heretofore.
Parties desiring qaantitataee analyses
will, of course, be charged reasonable
fee
All minerals. waters. soils, &c.. must be
delivered at the VIRGINIAN Office at The
owner IS expense.
:: ANALYSES OF ORES. ETC.
III, ,Stuarts Draft-Ex fine quality
of wad manganese, would undoubtedly
show on analysis high per cent. of metallic
manganese, and if found in quantity would
repay further investigations
w. B. D., Stuart's Draft.-A pretty
specimen of Galena or suiphate of lead.
j. S., Stanton, Va.-Limonite iron ore
OF good quality Tor SURFACE specimen
Would analyze high per cent. of metallic
iron.
Sos. Meadow Dale.-Ao. Crystal
lied carbonate of lime or calcites Of no
economic value.
No. 2.-Ferruginous clay.
No. IA good pottery clay. but this
and the preceding contain too much iron
for a fire clay.
J. w. B., Deerlield. /, Inferior
quality of iron ore.
Same-No. 2. Carbonaceous shale.
j. E. B.. acknowledgements iron ore Of
first rate quality. This is a valuable ore
of ilon for steel purposes as it usually car
.ries low per cent. of phosphorus.
j. w. W., Greenvile-Bog manganese.
Samples are not the best grade of that ore
but good surface indications.
w. NEWTON HOLMES.
S. F. S. july 49, 1885,
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-07-19

C. III. HATTON furnishes Obelisk Metal
lie Roof Paint and Cement. the best paint
in the world for roofs, barns, bridges,
fences, SC. A penny saved is penny
rnada
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-07-19
COMMISSIONERS OFFICE.

COMMISSIONERS OFFICE,
STANTON, VA, July I1th 1883.
70 ;. N: PATTERSON and j. M Quarles, ex DIS of
VIM. Patterson, decd. plaintiffs,
ana benJamln j. Craig, Sarah Ihurmond, Geo.
Begoon, VIM. j. Bell and Mary Agnes his
wife, j. Frank lin McClung and Jennie M. his
WIFE +. L.. McCue, st. Clair Patterson,
Taunton and Margaret Hamilton his wife,
John Patterson and Adeline his wife, Geo. E.
Pafterson. Margaret j. Patterson, James A.
Patterson. VIM. G. Patterson, Leo Patterson
Charles D. Crawford and Mary Elizabeth his
Wife, George T. Slower and Margaret his wife
a. H. Curd and Mary Martha his wife, s. N
PATTERSON, Sarah Good, Molie A. Good VIM.
Mcalilster James Hemphill, John A. Young
= Ney Hufcheson,J j. G. Burrough, John E.
oates, N M. Wood, John L.. Brown, John K :.
Brown, George +. Wilson, r. d Johnson and
M. II. Houston, James X. Hazen John N.
General Assembly of the Presby1 erian Church
In the United States and John l., Patterson
Defendants,
In the suit below mentioned, and to all cred
uolS OF Vna. Patterson, decd,
TAKE NOTICE. that by virtue of two DEGREES
N the chancery cause of PATTERSoN'S Ex'oRS
(WM) VS.. CRAIG. (B. J.) & AIS, now pending In
tne circuit Court of Augusta, rendered on the
lOth DAY OF Dec. 1887, and the 18th of June 1885,
respectively, shall at my office in Staunton on
THURSDAY, the 9th DAY of AUGUST, 1888,
proceed TO take, state and settle further ac-
count Of the transactions of the executors of
YIN. Patterson. decd, also of the outstand-
ing unpaid debts of said decedent VIM. Patter-
son, together with any other matters that I
may deem pertinent or any party in interest
may desire to be specially stated.
]. w. GREEN SMITH,
Julyl1 COmmi SSOner
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-07-19
ST A N j A RID

THE STANDARD SHUTTLE continues in
one direction (no backyard and forward mo-
tion) and makes LOO stitches, while tn old style
shuttle makes but IS, with the same motion of
the foot. and requires only one-half the effort
to operate 1t, The most delicate lady can oper-
ate the STANDARD without injury to her
health. Dress makers and Seamstresses can
reduce their burdens one halt by the use of the
STANDARD.
We keep in stock the best assortment of ma
chimes to choose from of any house in the city,
consequently you get just what you want. Old
Machines taken at highest cash prices in ex-
change for new ones. See the STANDARD,
run II and be convinced.
REMEMBER
that every lady who calls to see the STAN
DARD' at our Office will receive new style
Chinese Napkin FREE, also beautiful assort-
ment of picture cards gotten up especially for
the STANDARD.
the STANDARD Bobbin holds 100 yards of No.
so cotton,-think of it. The shuttle is never
taken out of the machine and requires no
threading,-think of that.
In using the STANDARD one can "Sing"
"Onward, Oh, Onward" runs the Standard so
want the sewing machine or not.
REMEMBER
We keep the very best sewing machine oil,
needles, &C, for all machines sold in the
ket.
Aa-Agents wanted in unoccupied territory.
STANDARD SEWING MACHINE CO.,
No. Main Street, Stanton, Va.
iuIyI2 8S-1y
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A good dinner, attentive servants, and
first class accommodations in every respect
at the Virginia Hotel restaurant,
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C. M. HATToN is now prepared to put
on Corrugated Iron Roofing in the m ost
approved style. 1t is the thing needed to
prevent leaks and preserve property.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-07-19

Our friend, MI. ]. III. Council left with
US last week specimen of peach which
grew in his orchard of one years plant.
The trees were two years old when set out
and in one year thereafter they bore
smoothe, luscious, red peach of delight
full flavor. They are of the Alexander
variety, and were purchased of Messrs.
Walters & Co., proprietors of the Green
wood and Stanton Nursery.
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A Good Bnsine.s Stand,

Mr.. James Craig offers his stock of goods
at Mt. Meridian for sale. It is one of the
best country stands for business in the
Valley, located in the midst of wealthy
and intelligent population and the store
commanding a good trade. We know of
no better opportunity for business man,
with moderate means to succeed. Address
Mr.. Craig, at Mt. Meridian, for particus
lars.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-07-19

There is nothing more soothing than a
richly favored cigar especially after meals.
Try the VIRGINIA SEAL.
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For the Campaign.

The Presidential campaign may be SAID
to have opened. The reading pubic VIII
want reliable information of its progress
and facts to lead them to an intelligent
aud correct conclusion. With view to
furnishing full aud reliable information
both OF local and general nature. we
have made clubbing arrangements with
the Philadelphia Weekly Press, by which
we can furnish
THE VIRGINIAN and THE PRESS from
now until the LIST of December Tor 81.
The WEEKLY PRESS OF the 21th WILL
contain full account of the proceedings
of the Chicago Convention. aud mine OF
information relating to the action of that
body and its nominees.
Those wishing to avail themselves OF
this liberal offer should send in Their
names at once, as every number OF each
paper from now until the close of the
canvass will be full of interest and infor
nation.
The VIRGINIAN will be furnished, sing
ly until the 1st of December for SO cents
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Ii you want first class meal for 25 cts.
give your order at the Virginia Hotel
Restaurant.
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This is the season when Ice Cream is in
demand. Call on LESSER for the best.


On Monday evening last Mr.. Sylvester
Baylor. living on Pine Run. between
Swoope's and Churchville, had one of his
legs broken in this place. He had been
afflicted with rheumatism for some time,
and stepping off the curbstone in front of
Bickle & Hamrick's furniture store, his
leg gave way, and falling, the limb was
broken about an inch above the knee. DR..
Harris was called in, and assisted by Mr..
B. F. Terry, rendered the necessary sur
gical relief. Mr.. Baylor suffered very
much from the effects of the accident, his
whole nervous system seeming to be broken
up. He Isl gentleman about so or Soy years
of age had come to town the morning of
the occurrence. and was preparing to leave
when he met with the accident. He was
taken home in an ambulance, after the limb
lad been properly treated by DR.. Harris.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-07-19

Fresh arrival of all kinds of fruits
bananas. oranges. California plumbs, lem
ons, &c at j. E. Taylor & Sons, 8 West
Main street.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1888-07-19

The HIBERNIAN is the most popular b
CT Mt cigar now in the market.
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For Fresh Bread, Rolls and Pies, go TO
j E. Taylor & Son.