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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-04-04
THE BOWSER FAMILY.
Mrs. II. Tries Her Hand at Euchre to
Her GIWmbIing Lords Discontinue.

Whats the reason we never have a
game of cards." suddenly inquired Mr..
Bowser the other evening, after finishing
his paper.
Because, you-you-"
"Decause | what p
you get mad
Il do, Ell? That's another of your off
hand statements. You nor no other per-
son on the face of this earth ever saw me
get mad over cards"
Don't you get out of patience p
"No, ma'am, l don't! On one or two
occasions you have seen fit to raise a row
because l beat you four games out Of five,
and have said that uld never play
with YOU again. However, if you think
YOU can keep your temper, and if you
want to learn the game Of euehre 50 as to
be able to take a hand in company, ! will
spend the next half hour in trying to
teach YOU"
and if I happen to beat, you won't
won't"
Il won't what? Mrs. Bowser, you are
acting very strange for a sensible woman.
If YOU are afraid you will lose your tenn
per and want to cut my throat, why, don't
play"
"Shall we play according to Hoyle p
Certainly. Hoyle is the Standard
What's the use of playing if we don't
play according to the standard. Now,
then, its my deal"
BEG pardon, but Hoyle says we must
cut for deal"
"He does, eh ? l will bet you $4,000
to cent he says the man ieals frstl'
Very well-here it is: The players cut
for deal, and he who cuts the lowest card
IS entitled to the deal"
"Oh, well, if you are going to sickle
over a little point like that | shall know
what to expect. Cut"
got the deal, and spades turned up
trump. Mr.. Bowser passed, and it so
happened that took every trick.
"Cackling already, are you ?" he ex-
claimed as he took the deck. "NIrs.
Bowser, III make you very sick woman
before we play three games"
He turned up hearts, and as had four
of them, l ordered him up.
you order me up, eh? What kind of
playing do you call that? l never heard
of such a thing in all my life.'
Il order you up because Hoyle says
player may order up when he hopes to
take three tricks. l hope to take 'em
all"
I got every one, and Mr.. Bowser shov-
ed back from the table and looked at me
in amazement. dealt the card, and turn
ed up a diamond. I had the joker and
the right and left, while he happened to
hold five others, saw him smile sweet
". but as I took three tricks and made
my point, he rose up and whispered:
Il don't wonder that some ministers
denounce card playing! I can see where
it Is wicked. :"
"Where."
"You stacked that hand p
Mr. Bowser!'
"Of course you did You deliberately
robbed me Of two points in the game"
~Mr. Bowser, you ought to be ashamed
Of such talk. No one could have dealt
more honestly. l sent YOU to Chicago
aud you are hurt about it.
Sent me to Chicago! Why, I'll play
you all night and give you a silk dress
for every game you get. I've got my eyes
opened now, and if you cheat me again
you are welcome to. Just sit right down.
But | don't want to be called cheat
and swindler."
"Sit right down and play You think
YOU know all about euchre, but Ill show
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-04-04

One of the youngest United States SEN
ators, and certainly the one who had the
hardest fight for his "curule chair" sat
in the Fifth Avenue Hotel yesterday and
looked out at the Broadway throng which
ebbed by the window. John Z. Kenna
is not what would be called handsome
man. He is slender, just short of six feet
probably, and smooth-faced His nose,
the seat Of masculine aggressiveness, is
long and well feshed. His mouth is
broad, liberal and thoughtful. His eye,
speculative, and CHEEKY; his hair admit
ting loathfully detachment Of irregular
grays Ten or twelve years ago people
in the Kanawha Valley, in West Virgin
ia-through which that swift stream, its
namesake, which starts as a trout brook,
pours growing volume Of sooty and
mud-laden waters-began to talk of
young fellow who was going to make his
mark at Washington if he had chance"
Twice seated among the grave and some
times not reverend seigniors Of the upper
house of Congress, he has left an excel
lent record for hard, intelligent work and
excellent public as well as party service.
West Virginia, young State as State.
hood goes-before the four new stars get
on the hag-has two young Senators to
represent her.
Charles James Faulkner, Senator Ken
mas colleague, is often seen in New York,
whittier he comes only on business and is
whisked back to his desk in the Senate
or his law Office at Martipsburg as soon
rs the affairs that brought him TO the me-
tropolis have been transacted. He comes
from the northeast, as does Kenna from
the southwest, corner of the State. Since
Bob" Garrett got hold Of the b. d. O. in
I ltlN-tc lllt iUnufANt VI tiidA lNslh W w 1Sl
Virginia politics seems, at least to The eye
of the outsider, to have gone below the
surface and become much less conspicu-
Gus. Johuson n. Camden was a b. & o.
man and a good Senator. The Faulkner
boys, sons of the late Charles James
Faulkner, who so ably represented this
country at the Court of Versailles, are
also identified professionally, as lawyers,
with many b. d O. matters. But they
are nobody's men. They stand up for
their State and their party. Senator
Faulkner is a stocky, serious. brown-hair-
ed and brown-eyed man, less than fifty
years of age, Of grave and courteous de-
meanor and impressive bearing. He has
A thoughtful mouth, a good head Of bair
and mustache that shows traces Of Cav
alier blood. lie aud Kenna are quite
distinct types Of the Represcniaiiye.-.N
y. World.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-04-04
According 10 a New York RepubIica

According to New York Republican
poll ician, Vice President Morton has con-
tributed 81 $4,000 10 the party funds since
1872 exclusive Of 81 10000 which he col
lected in the campaign. Of 1880 aud 1888.
The Vice Presidency comes high, but Mr.
Morton meant to have il. We don't know
that lie calls for what be wants, but be- sure
paws for what be gets.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-04-04

1t is surprising that people will use a
common, ordinary pin when they can Sc
cure a valuable English one Tor the same
money. Dr. Ackers English pills are pos
tire cure lor sick.headache aud all liver
troubles They are small, sweet, easily
taken and do not gripe. Sold by G. Frank
Jones & Co.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-04-04

Guarantee Acker's Blood Elixir for it has
been fully demonstrated 10 the people Of
this country that il is superior TO all other
preparations for blood diseases. 1t is pos
tive cure for syphilitic poisoning, Ulcers,
Eruptions and Pimples. It puriGes the
whole system and thoroughly builds up the
constitution. Sold by G. Frank Jones &
~
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-04-04

We have a speedy and positive Cure for
Ca,arrh, Diphiheria. Canker Mouth. and
Headache, IN SHILOH'S CATARRH
REMEDY. A Nasal Injector free with
each bottle. U-e it if you desire health
and sweet breath. Price 80 cents. Sold
bT G. FRANK JoSEs.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-04-04
Tie jefferson Co. Mutual
Fire Insurance Company.
ESTABLISHED 1873.
r. I. ALtNANUEI, Nt'TtIHI4-
Office. Gibson Building, Courthouse yard
CharlestOwn.

OFFERS 90 the people of Jefferson County,
~ Insurance I'm a safe Company at the actual
.,lst oi insurance, which is much cheaper than
The rates usually charged. and keeps the money
40 home. Good risks from responsible parties
are invited
Executive Committee meets every Friday.
DEpcroRs-N. s. White. Henry b. Daven-
Dort. j. Garland Hurst, John W Rider, w. H..
+. Lewis. r. Preston Chew, VIM. /. Wilson,
Euseue Baker s. W. Washington, James Logic,
hailcs r. Wilson. John ii. little, Jacob ).
Melvin. f. q. W. Herr. isaac H. otnder.
COL. r. p CHEW, President.
IL. b. DAVENPORr............. ......... Treasurer.
EXECUTIVE CoNNuTEE-N. S. White, VIM.
4. T.. Lewis. Eugene Baker Isaac IL. Strider,
d. L. Chew, ;. ". Washington.
Loc,I AerNrs Nrs-Middleway-J. G.. Shirley
Harpcr's Ferry-Chas. Z. Trail; Shepherds
own = Fleming. Duhoids-C. L.Barnhart;
Washington * Alexander.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-04-04
Many Persons
SOvereigns

Arc broken down from orerw0rk ~ A0uceh0d
eafcs Browns Iron BittcTs
rchuilds ihe system. aids digestion removes ex-
cess Of bile. and circs malasla. Get the genuine.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-04-04
Surveying and Conyeyancing

I WILL survey anywhere. promptly ano s'
/ .h..t uuticr-accursc, guaranteed. specie
attention paid .n cnn1-ttiu th-rev-itt tu phA
ING DEEDS n-tov other irstruurnts of Writing
% -Chtr'estovu jefferson Co., W. Va.
Dec . lS-7 = HOWELL BkOWN.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-04-04
NOTICE
10
USERS OF TIN PLATE.

We don't use small tin and
want everybody to know it
Tne reason why we don't is
that if you have small tin put
On yourroorthe more seams you
will have and the more leaks
will be in your roof. Call on
us and we will prove TO you
that large tin is the best to put
On your roof 1t will pay you
to look around. You will not
nnly save time bat money by
calling on
EARNSHAW * DOOLEY
Apr. Is. IS.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-04-04
MEATS.
For Sale.

II MIDDLEWAY. ". Va NAV be bought
i "a GOOD DWELLING Of SEVEN ROOMS.
with a very fertile lot attached. al the lower
end Of which flows q beautiful stream Of wa
ter. Price $50 J. ". Ieas1e. Esq. Middle
way Jefferson Co West Va, will give partic-
ulars. MRS ;. {. lhO EHEARI.
Dec c. IS ON
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-04-04
VJashimgfOm y alexander

HAVF made arrangements 20 insure proper
IL m AGAINST TORNADOES i'm Etna. of
Hartford. Continental. of New York, and Pea
BODY. of Wheeling, w. Va. Where parties de-
sire This. ou application "a special Policy will
be granted and am additional rate be charged
Tor same.
Nav ~. 1856.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-04-04
Jauuary 10. los9.
IHB WEST End
Still Ahead.

THAVE very full stock Of Groceries-con-
Il si>tine of Flour. Meal. Canned Goods. Teas,
Cotiees Syrups, M0iiasses, Soaps. Pickles. salt
Fish, ETC. etc l make a speciality OF the best
y. O. Moliasses.
The best brands of Tobacco and Cigars always
on hand.
MEATS.
In Inconncction with my grocery keep first
class Meat shop and can supply my customers
with the choicest meats. / have the very best
homemade and Baltimore mince meat. Fresh
Bologna Sausage on hand.
Thanking my patrons Tor theil kind treat
ment iu the past / solicit a continuance of the
same. Respectfully.
Dec. IS. lSs4. ". 3. MERCHANT.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-04-04

This powder never varies A marvel Of pu-
ritv. strength and whplesomeness. More eco
noniiral than 'he ordinary kinds. and cannot
be sold in competl Jon with the multitude
low test. short weight alum or "sphaie pol
ders. Sgd mig ia ems. ROYAL BAKING Po.'
DER Co. JOG Wall Street, New York.
June T. lSSS
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-04-04

Needing tonic Orc r1't ylIding
BROWNS itfU- Eff EHs.
tits pleasant t1 take. cIu Ailhfia. ln1iges-
ton. and BliOuucss Al dealers lceph
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-04-04
g3'irgiuia free grrss.
". ". B. GALLAHER, Editor

CharIestOlvn.J Jefferson County, Vest Va.
Apru I, 1889.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-04-04
WASHINGTON AND ALEXANDER,
insurance Agency,
Office Gibson Building, Charlestown.
ESTABLISHED IN 1870.
Representing the following Companies:
JEFFERSON COUNTY MUTUAL
Fire Insurance Company.
ETNA. OF HARTFORD,


.FTNA. OF HARTFORD,
the largest and most popular Co in America.
Hartford Life and Annuity of Hartford.
Equitable Life Assurance Society of L. 5.
Mutual Life Insurance Co, of y. \.
Phoenix, of Hartford.
Continental, of New York.
Peabody. OF Wheeling.
Gerlnan, of Wheeling.
Jefferson. of Wheeling.
Liverpool and London and Globe. of England,
the largest foreign Company doing business in
America.
AGENTS.
is. FLEMING. Shepherdstown
e. l.. BARNHART, Duihelds;
JAS. ". LEAGUE Middleway.
CHAS. II. TRAIL Harper Ferry.
A sworn statement of the conditions Of all
Foreign Insurance Companies represented ~
his Agency will be found 40 the Clerk once,
% compliance with State laws All losses
Promptly adjusted and paid at our Office.
Respectfully.
WASHINGTON & ALEXANDER,
February l.. looo. Agents.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-04-04

Spring Wagons. Dog Carts. Suikies. Sleishs &c.
Boz a- ine style as cam bee done anywhere in rh,
Union 40 moderate prices. Being practca
mcoAllics We VIII be- enabled t9 dp all wnrS
ou correct. systematic principles. thereby pro
du.ir- work durable and handsome.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1889-04-04

Whats the reason we never have a
game of cards?" suddenly inquired Mr..
Bowser the other evening, after finishing
Wichita eagle., 1889-04-23
OKLAHOMA.
The Promised Land.

son to Oklahoma" is now the watch
word of the thousands of home seekers
who have anxiously awaited the presidents
proclamation opening this vast and rlch
country TO public settlement, Colonies are
formed in every state and territory In the
union The millions of acres may not
furnish homestead for all who come. but
there will be thousands ready to relinaulsh
their claims at q nominal figure. The
Intending settler should look the
country over. Go via the GREAT
Rock ISLAND ROUTE, popular
" known as the peoples Favorite"
wherever it runs. kINGFIsHER, the
United States land Office for Oklahoma,
is the coming metropolis Of the Indian
territory, and is located on the ROCK
ISLAND ROUTE. A fast line Of stages has
been put on to Fort Reno, to connect
with the trains of the Rock Island terri
torial extension. This is the cheapest and
best route and direct to the place you want
to 60 Through solid vestibule trains
from Chicago via Kansas City and 81.
Joseph, also from Denver, Colorado
Springs and Pueblo to the territory,
through the cities of Topeka, Hutchinson,
Wichita, Wellington and Caldwell. 1t
will be to your advantage to locate on the
Peoples Favorite railway. Look at the
map The Rock Island has excellent con-
nections from all portions OF the " MON.
For full Information concerning Oklaho-
ma, the land laws and the best way to get
into the country, address,
JoHN SEBASTIAN,
G. T. & P. A Chicago, Kansas & Ne
braska Ry., Rock Island Route, Topeka,
Kansas
Wichita eagle., 1889-04-23
When You Go

North, east, south or west, be sure you
make no mistake. The oldest line is the
best. Giant locomotives; elegant cars. in
Guiding free Reclining Chair and Pullman
Palace Sleeping coaches; steel rails; rock
ballast: iron bridges; cOmmodious station
houses; the finest railway eating houses in
the world; gentlemanly employees; train
conductors and train cashiers, to insure
both safety of the train and ample atten-
ton to passengers; the most perfect sys-
TEN of train dispatching and baggage
checking known-these are some OF the
features which warrant those who travel
in going via the Atehison, Topeka & Santa
Fe railroad. For the fullest possible in
formation as to routes. rates, dates and
distances, call on w. d. MURDOCK,
Passenger and Ticket Agent, l22 North
Main st, Union Depot and Douglas avenue
station. dl40 TT
Wichita eagle., 1889-04-23
Frisco Line to 81. Louis and the East.

The ST. Louis s. San Francisco railway
is now the only line running Pullman
Palace sleeping cars from Wichita 70 St.
Louis without change; and in addition to
this service they also run elegant free re-
clining chair cars and handsome day
coaches between the two mentioned cities.
The Frisco line is the shortest and
quickest line under one management be
tween Wichita and St. Louis, and has for
years furnished to its patrons an unsur-
passed through train service, not being
dependent upon connecting lines to make
a through route as is the case with other
lines, consequently the delays so vexatious
TO travellers are not encountered. Only
one change Of cars to Boston, New York
and other principal intermediate cities.
Trains leave Oak street union depot at
1910 a. N. and 10 p. NJ.
For lowest rates, maps, time tables and
any other general information call upon OF
address W. d. Murdoch, passenger and
ticket agent, No. l22 \. Main ST.
D. WIsHART,
Gen1. Pass. Agt., st. Louis Mo-
". c. MELVILLE,
Travelling Pass Agt., St Louis, Mo.
d5 II
Wichita eagle., 1889-04-23
EyeYYNNAY TaEpa

The Chicago, Kansas s. Nebraska rail-
way (St. Joseph & Iowa Railroad Co,
Iessee), is tho Best equipped line west OF
the Missouri river. Our equipment was
built expressly for this line by the Pull
man Palace Car Company, which is guar
antee to the travelling public that it Is
strictly first class You will find all OF our
coaches elegantly Upholstered and very
comfortable in every particular. II you
are going to any part of Kansas or Nebras,
ka, or to any point east, remember you will
never regret having started right, by TAX
ing the Chicago, Kansas & Nebraska rail-
way. Rock Island Route) For further
particulars address Jno. Sebastian. 6. I. 81
P. A., Topeka Kan. t0i
Wichita eagle., 1889-04-23
esS>MiLz~
Daily Eagle
A PICTURE.

She made picture fair TO see,
This maiden young and sweet;
To gaze long on her features rara
Would bring me to her feet.
The lustrous brown Of her rich hGic
The blue OF her bright eye;
Almost would my tale OF love
Pour out, were no one by.
The peach-like bloom upon her cheek,
Her lips just ripe to kiss;
To fold her in my arms would be
The highest earthly bliss.
Her glance suggests coquettishnesA
Her attitude repose;
Among her many charms she has
A dainty Grecian nose.
Iwonder would that shell-like ear
Give heed to my warm vows;
Iwoncer would the maiden there
Become my loving spousef
Obi could but my love pour out
At this fair virgin shrine,
The proudest moment of my life
Would be to call her mine.
Alasl this maid on canvas lives
An artists chaste designi
e. L. Mumma, in Detroit Free Press.
Wichita eagle., 1889-04-23
The Sunny South.

We take great pleasure in informing
those who anticipate spending the cold
winter months in the warmer climate OF
the states of Georgia, Florida, Alabama,
Mississippi. Louisiana, and Texas, that
the Missouri Pacific railway is now ready
to quote exceedingly low excursion rates
to all the popular winter resorts Of the
south. We invite all TO call and obtain
our lowest rates before purchasing tickets
elsewhere. This and other information as
to routes, connections, reservation of
berths in sleepers etc, will be cheerfully
given by calling at city ticket Office, No.
l37 " Main St, or at depot, corner Of
Wichita and Second streets.
4tf E L BLECKLET, P & I. 4.
Wichita eagle., 1889-04-23
A. FLAGG, Proprietor.
Cor. I'd and 5th aves., Wichita

Manufacturer Of Steamengines.
Boilers, Pumps and all kinds OF
mill gearing. Architectural iron
q speciality. Iron and brass cast
ings made to order. Estimates
made on all class Of work and
orders promptly attended to:
06 w. II. FONDA, Snpt
Wichita eagle., 1889-04-23

To Owners OF Property in Sewer District No l..
Notice is hereby given to all owners OF
property in sewer district No. l that those
who have failed to receive the official no
tice can call at the city clerks Office and
see the amount assessed against their
property, and any person desiring to pay
and release his property from said special
assessment must call and settle on or be
fore May 9Th, 1889, otherwise one-tenth OF
the amount with 81 per cent added will be
placed on the tax roll and collected as
other taxes under existing laws.
City clerks Office, Wichita, Kan, April
18th, 1889, FRED SCHATTSER,
l2q IOt City Clerk.
Wichita eagle., 1889-04-23
Notice TO Coal Dealers.

Sealed proposals will be received up 10
l2 NJ, May 2, 1889. for the surplus output
of the Kansas state penitentlary coal mine
from June l, 1889, to May SO, 1890
Circulars giving full information will
be furnished on application to the warden.
Bids must be accompanied by certified
check for one thousand dollars, and adj
dressed TO the Chairman Board OF Oirec-
tors, Lansing, Kansas
The right TO reject any or all bids is re-
served JOHN II. SMITH,
Ia lot Warden.
Wichita eagle., 1889-04-23

dwea
of Syringe Opening
efortm bienc
chenbe
business experience
hhvehret Dollars sell
Fifteenth
makin
the
and
Wichita eagle., 1889-04-23

everywhere endorse tia
hM EAGLES Attorneys Pocket Doek1
IHtt et,h can be used in any court sni
in any state. Price, 81 90. b.;
mail TO any address, prepaid, upon receics
Of 81 Address the Wichita EAGLE,
Wichita. Kansas
Wichita eagle., 1889-04-23

Wedding and Party Invitations. en-
geIved or printed, at the Wichita EAGLE
Office. dos tt
Wichita eagle., 1889-04-23

TNTTHn HEADS, Note Heads, En-
EIiUR velopes. Business Cards, etc !.
ItIItIii all kinds Of Stationery for Of
Gee use, Lithographei and
Printed BY the Wichita EAGLE, Wichita,
Kansas.
Wichita eagle., 1889-04-23
ARE THE OLDEST FAMILY STANDARD.

A Purely Vegetable Compound. without
mercury or other injurious mineral. Safe
and sure always For sale BY all Druggists
Full printed directions for using with each
package. DR.. Schenck's new book on The
Lungs. Liver and Stomach SENT FREE. Ad-
dress Dr.. J. II. Schenck s. Son. Philadelphia.
Wichita eagle., 1889-04-23

Engraved and printed LUNCHEON
cards at the Wichita EAGLE Office. dos Il
Wichita eagle., 1889-04-23
SCHOOL
SU ERINT NDE NTS.

Just completed and for sale 81 tbs ocace Record
OF Teachers biity for Use By Spperin;eaderts and
Principals o. COMMON. CITY and GRADED
SCHOOLS Cen be u.rd in ary city. The book IS
CT convenient size 20 carry u the pocket Boand
Ia Cloth Sc cents Flexible Back. q % Sent by mai,
any address upon recsips Of 81 cents for cloth sad
e. O. for flexible binding. Orders By fzaQ wiz re.
ceive prompt attention Address
THE WICHITA EAGLE
WICHITA KANSAS.
Wichita eagle., 1889-04-23

Free reclining chair cars are now running
on ali trains on the c., K s. y. railway.
Rock Island Route" between Wichita
Topeka Kansas City. St Joseph. Chicago
st. Louis sl
Wichita eagle., 1889-04-23
LOAN SOLICIT o r S
and AGENTS.

Pnckss Loan Application Recor1s. far farm gro
pe.y The most con bsese and useful beck ever pao-
dshed for tie purpose. handsomely ooGnd In fc1l
Gather aexiess and OF cocEsE4eaf size u CAN'T n
TIE pocket 90 pages and index Price 81 VIII
Dc mailed AR address 1poo rsceip. OF si5z. Orr
6e-s b nail prom ply sueaasd TO- Address
TIE WICHITA EAGf.E
c.w-1 WICHITA. EASsAA
Wichita eagle., 1889-04-23
How the Kangaroo. was Nance.

The kangaroo is said TO have got its name
in this way: Captain Cook first discovered
the animal in Australia When he inquired
its name of a native the latter replied
Kan ga-roo," which. in the Australian Ian
guage, is 81 don't known
Wichita eagle., 1889-04-23
Ranline NYasSu Rich

Claude-'Vile woman! you are falsei
falsel false all over" Pauline-"Nothing
but my teeth, Claude, on my honor"