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Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1889-10-11
Carriages, Buggies, Carts,
Harnesses, etc.

and why you ought to buy of him; He
buys for cash and saves discounts. He
has no rent to pay. He warrants them
to outwear anything He gives you bet
ter prices; don't forget it. He buys and
sells on the square. He knows how to
order buggies that wear well. He tells
no lies to sell you. He is satisfied with a
small profit. He doesn't have to divide
profits. He is at home every day. He
is blacksmith and sees that everything
is all right. He saves you money. In a
few days he will have different styles of
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1889-10-11
e. H. THORP, Editor and Manager.
Z L Il NJ 5
FRIDAY, OCTOBER II, 1889.
ThE REASON.

The proceedings of the United States
court at Rutland tend to disclose the
milk in the cocoauut that is troubling
certain individuals and papers of our
commonwealth.
The law passed by the legislature OF
1883, making the possession of govern
ment license to retail liquors prina facie
evidence that liquors were sold by the
purchaser of such license, appears to be
responsible for not a little of the waiing
which goes up from journals that are fond
of picturing the poor farmer of Vermont
as spending Sundays and rainy days on
the back stoop, with his hat pulled down
over his eyes, weeping and gnashing his
teeth because he can't sell the cider
which might be made from the bushel
and half of apples produced by his
orchard this year. Several WORTHLESS
have found to their sorrow that 1t wont
do to omit the purchase of government
license, for that means 500 fine and
thirty days in the House of Correction, as
Judge Wheeler interprets the law. In
short, as the statute now stands, the
man who sells rum in violation OF either
United States or State law is between the
devil and the deep sea. If he buys a
government license, he must have on his
premises evidence that he is violating
the State law; and, if he doesn't, the gov
ernment officials are after him. 1t is
true, the constitutionality of the State
law in question is challenged, but no one
seems to be anxious to test its constitu-
tionality.
The hue and cry raised of late against
our prohibitory law SINNERS down to
this-that the law is now in such shape
that it is a very ugly thing to fool WITH
and that when a community sees fit to
enforce it somebody will be in trouble
therefore, we who want to sell intoXicat-
ing liquors solemnly resolve that we
don't want this law.
So long as prohibition was merely
nominal, even when the law was en-
forced, no serious objection to it was
heard; but now that it certainly means
fine and Imprisonment to violators OF it
there is tremendous uproar.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1889-10-11
E't,y0'g.. l..',N.v st.'.
@ Merchants ROW.

We are now comfortably settled In our new
quarters, a neat and commodious store, well
adapted for our largely increasing business
We occupy the whole OF our present ware
rooms, which gives us chance to display our
instruments at "A much better advantage than
was possible ever before, besides enabling us
to carry very much larger stock OF Pianos
and Organs than was ever attempted by any
concern outside the large cities.
The Estey Piano still continues growing in
favor, and II Is safe to say that already more
OF them are being used in Rutland than OF any
other one make, which is a signifinant tact,
considering that It is but little more than one
year ago since they were first introduced
here. The Decker Brothers Pianos, which
we control, need no comments from us. This
piano stands first among musicians every
where, and everybody knows il. We also
control the Behr Brother s. Piano which is well
and tavorably known in this locality In this
piano is combined all OF the best qualities OF
other makes, besides possessing several i'm
portant features of its own, which makes II
the most desirable moderate priced piano now
manufactured. We cary a full line OF these
pianos and invite comparison. Besides the
pianos mentioned we have "A number of cheap
er makes which are reliable and give spend-
Id satisfaction, and now we can truly say we
are in n position where we can defy competi-
ton from any and all sources. We carry n iull
line of the world renowned Estey Organs in
their new 1889 models, with latest improve
ments in design and mechanism, including
automatic attachments. Our stock is now
very complete, and need only be seen to be
appreciated.
All communications should be addressed to
the
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1889-10-11
AMUSEM ENTS.
MRS. GEN. TOM THUMB.

Next Monday the three most noted
little people in the world will give two
entertainments in the town hall-Mrs.
Gen. Tom Thumb (now Countess Magr),
the Count and Baron Magri, introducing
their pleasing comedy 1.-Two strings to
her bow; or, Which will win herr" as
sisted by their talented company. One
of the most interesting features will be
the numerous tricks of the wonderful
bird actors. The coach and ponies pre-
sented to Mrs. Gen. Tom Thumb by
Queen Victoria three years ago will be
on exhibition during the day. Prices
VIII be %, 35 and so cents in the evening,
and children Is cents i'm the afternoon.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1889-10-11
NOTE AND COMMENT.

Connecticut decides by 27,00O odd ma
jority that it doesn't want prohibition.
The beauties of the jury system in
vogue are manifesting themselves at Chic
ago. After four or or five weeks trying,
eight Jurors out of the necessary twelve
have been secured to hear the cases Of
the Cronin murderers.
Bradbury, the New Hampshire fraud
who issued bogus medical diplomas from
the "Trinitv University of Vermont
has been arrested and jailed at Concord.
Unfortunately, the law does not seem to
afford the means of giving him the punish
ment he deserves.
The Republicans captured three out of
the four new States which held elections
last week. Montana went Democratic,
as every one supposed it would, but with
North and South Dakota and Washing
ton on their side the Republicans have
no occasion to mourn.
Why can't Middebury have a course OF
good lectures this winter? The reason
seems to be that no person or persons
take interest enough in the matter to dc
the necessary work. Perhaps enterpris-
ing ones among the students will help us
out, as they used to do.
A New York Judge decides that the
new law of the State providing for exc
cutions by electricity is constitutional
That the scheme will work is proved ev
cry day or two in the metropolis wher
men accidentally get in too close con
tact with electric light wires.
Ex-Gov. Farnham of Bradford has
been appointed national bank examiner
for this State in place of John III. Sente
of Montpelier, resigned. Mr.. Senter, 81
bank people say, has shown more grip oil
the duties of the place and has done bet
ter work than any examiner the State ev
er had.
A movement is on foot In FRANKLIN
county to make Chief Justice Royce tn
candidate for governor next year. Prom
inent men up there do not appreciate tn
merits of the candidates already In tn
field, and, as Judge Royce has for som
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1889-10-11
AGAIN POSTPONED.

The continued rains have caused the
management of the Champlain Valley
Horse Breeders association to adjourn
the races and exhibition of horses at Yer
gennes to Tuesday, Wednesday and
Thursday, October -, lG and Il. As
there is an end to all things, it is believed
by the officers that the rainy weather
will come to an end, so that the former
programme will be carried out next week.
The entries are numerous, and several
additions will be made if the weather is
favorable.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1889-10-11

time talked of resigning his position on
the supreme bench, they hope to induce
him to take that step and become can
didate.
Mr.. Moody, the evangelist, has cleal
ideas on the temperance question. Tie
told an interviewer at Chicago: q" be-
lieve in prohibition, but not in the third
party. / also believe that there is no use
in having law until there is a public
sentiment that will secure an enforcement
of it. If could enact prohibition law
in Illinois tomorrow by turning over my
hand would not turn it over, because
don't believe the State is ripe for it,
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1889-10-11

at Orwell, in the state of Vermont, at the clio
of business, September 30, 1889.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1889-10-11
N National Bank Of Orwell

at Orwell, in the state OF Vermont, at the close
of business, September 30, 1889.
RESOURCES
Loans and discounts, S27454l -
Overdrafts, secured and unsecured, 2,7s5 OF
L. ;. Bonds to secure circulation, 10000 90
stocks, securities, Judgments claims
etc. 3O05O 90
Due from approved reserve agents, 81 $50 81
Due from other national banks, 600 90
Due from state banks and bankers, 600 90
Banking house, furniture and fixtures, 5000 %
Other real estate and mortgages owned 9, 40 90
Checks and other cash items, 462 SC
Bills of other banks, 2,5S3 90
Fractional paper CURRENCY, nickels,
and cents, III SO
specie, 1905 25
Legal tender notes, 27lO 90
Redemption fund with L. 5. Treasur.
er Is per cent. circulation), 2,25O 90
Total, s4l9,Ol 81
LIABILITIES.
Capital stock paid in, 100000 90
Surplus fund.- 100 900 90
| Undivided profits, 3s3 70
National bank notes outstanding 1000 %
| Dividends unpaid, IL 90
Individual deposits subject to check, l25 2O7 -
| Demand certificates of deposit 100 90
Due TO state banks and bankers, l0360 II
Total, s4I9,O7l 81
STATE OF VERMONT, ! |, j. 5. Wilcox,
County OF Addison, SIS cashier OF the
above named bank, do solemnly swear that
| the above statement is true to the best of my
| knowledge and belief.
J. 5. WILCOX, Cashier.
Subscribed and sworn to before me this Sd
day OF Oct, lSs9.
d. L. WELLS, Notary Public.
| Correct-Attest:
c. Jennings, Directors.
c. f. BUSH,
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1889-10-11
N tional Bank Of MiddIebury

at Middlebury, in the State OF Vermont, at the
close of business, september 80, 1889.
RESOURCES.
Loans and discounts, s25s ,5l6 IS
Overdrafts, secured and unsecured, 90 90
U. 5. Bonds to secure circulation, 2OO,OOO 90
[ 5. Bonds on hand, 2O,5OO 90
Other stocks bonds and mortgages, $500 90
Due from approved reserve agents, 1921 As
Real estate, furniture and fixtures, 5000 90
Checks and other cash items, 2O3 40
Bills OF other banks, 900 90
Fractional paper currency, nickels
and cents, $40 "a
Specie 5,l76 90
Legal tender notes, 1856 90
Redemption fund with L. s. Treas
urer % per cent. of circulation, 5000 90
Total, s6O5, ,942 II
LIABILITIES.
Capital stock paid in, S2OO,OOO 90
Surplus fund, 10000 90
Undivided profits, 30,63l 55
National bank notes outstanding, l.7,745 90
Dividends unpaid, 1872 90
Individual deposits subject to check, l2S,713 10
Demand certificates of deposit, 2s,66l O6
Total, s6O5,942 Il
County of Addison, IS. ney, Cashier of the
above named bank, do solemnly swear that
the above statement is true to the best of my
knowledge and belief
CHARLES L. PINNEY, Cashier.
Subscribed and sworn to before me this Sd
day OF October, 1889.
GEORGE NJ. FLETCHER,
Notary Public.
A. A. FLETCHER,
=, g. WELLISGTSN. Directors.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

WANTED-A SITUATION AT GEN.
w eral hausewp k by young woman
Apply at No 1872 shallcross Avenue. au2-2t"
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

4 'ARRlAGEs TO HIRE BY DAY,
y @cuk, or month. Also several good bug
- A5a two seated carriages for sale. Apply,
s"Nt- GUTHRIE a CO., Market street
rs ty2i-iiu
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

The case of WIN. Leonard, of Atnol,
Mass who fell from la ider AMI struck
on his head, is proving of peculiar inter
est to medical men. His whole holy be-
low the neck is paralyzed. except that
the arina can be moved little. This
proves, the doctors say. that the injury
to the spinal column is somewhere nc
tween the fourth and sixth cery,ca
vertt brie, as all the muscles controlled
by nerves starting from the spinal column
lower down are useless. Leonard breathes
with his diaphragm, which Is controlled
BY nerve originating above the point
injured. The muscles OF the chest are
motionidss. The man was hurt more
than a week ago, and his death was ex-
pected. He takes nourishment readily,
though solid food nauseates him, and he
complains that his shoulders ache. He
is 90 years old and man of line physique.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

w ANTED.-G OR SWEnE
w girl for general housework At No.
8D6 West Tenth st. Hr2-2tt
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

u"Dat was Jep Bennett, s,h"
NOW you 90 home and stay thore, and
I'll make IT all right with the judge"
lie made Decline for home, and an
hour later the constable and Payson re-
turned. They had secured no evidence,
but payson said;
"Jedge, what's the need Of evidence 2
That yere niger stole that yere hog. OF
co'se he did. Niggers can't let hogs
alone"
just then the escape was discovered
and reported, and his honor said:
That's evidence None but the guilty
seek to escape. Iwant to gin niger u
far show, but he's split his own case"
Then reported what had seen In tho
woods, md that evening Bennett was
brought in by the constable. All the
evidence needed was found on his preml.
ses, and he was put Undergrad and held
Tor examination. left early in the
morning, not wishing TO be mixed up in
the case, and before l went his honor
said:
tits mighty quare bout that niger
Nose. lie orter stole that hog. OF co'se
he ofter. was a-Rivin him far show,
and he dun went and proved hieselG ali
clear. That's eenam0st contempt of
eo'rt, take It"
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

WANTED--A MAN TO Run A STA
w tipnAry engiAe at the CAshO Machine
Morkf Newark, Del. Apply 10 JOHN n.
SPENCER Supt. a23t
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

WANTED - A HALF GROWN
w white Rirl at No. ais Madison street.
au2
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

Some Russct shoes, It appears, are
iraught with danger to the wearer. The
Berlin Medical Society at n recent meet
ing discussed at length the effects upon
the skin of dyes used to color wearing
apparel. DIR. Weyl described the cIse OF
young man In Munich who had been
poisoned by the yellow dycing matter
used in coloring russell shoes. After
wearing these shoes one week, 1t was re
lated, the young mau's feet were covered
with small yellow hlisters, which, in the
middle OF the second week, b gan to
spread to his ankles. His doctor had
him give mp the shoes, and cuted the
eruptions in ten days. The yellow leather
was subsequently, examined at the Mum
ich Hygiene Institute, and found to he
saturated with dangerous yellow dye,
80 the Ltory goes.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

VIII you heed the warnngi The sig
nal perhaps of the sure approach Of that
more terrible disease, Consumption. Ask
yourselves II you can afford for the sake OF
saving 90 cents, to run the risk and do
nothing for It. We know from expert
enco that shiloh's Cure will Cure Your
Cough. 1t never falls. This explains
why more than Million Bottles were
sold the past year. ItielieVcs Group and
Whooping Cough at once. Mothers do
not be without 1t. Fer Lame Back, Side
or Chest, use shiloh's Porous Plaster. n.
B. Danforth, wholesale and retail agent,
Second and Market st.eets, Wilmington,
Dol
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

N kEWARD WILL BE PAID FOR
the recovery Of milk hook lost on tht
al ~ CHARLES NJ. hEA LIN,
htrslall's uiilce, 9TH aud King sts., or
" hOwETT, Newpor jl5-tf
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03
The DIR. S. A. Richmond Nervine
Co, St. Joseph, Mo.
THE MONITOR OIL STOVE

VIII do all the cooking, washing and
ironing usually done on any cook stove.
with less cost tor fuel aud no trouble.
No smoke, no smell. We arc daily re-
ceiviIg Recommendation OF the good
work, aud universal satisfaction given
by the MONITOR.
We have not had one word of COM
plant. Please note this fact. They rec
ommend themselves, every time.
Don't buy cheap oil stove. 1t is like
giving your hard earned money for uoth-
inf. Buy the "Monitor." They cost
very little more than those cheap oil
stoves The Monitor is the only stove
with the oil tank back OF and away from
the heat of the burner.
Call aud make thorough ezamina-
ion. At 800 Shipley st.
THE PICKLES STOVE & HEATER co
j2i-tf
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

A Merden Conn authority declares
that street musicians are a serious thing
to manufacturing company in that
town. a gypsy girl who played tau
BOURNE recently passed the establish
meut, "and 1t ia estimated that she cost
the company about 500. Every en-
ploye III tho factory flew to window,
and worh was suspended for fully ID
minutes all over the big shop. Every
oi,eus parade costs every one Of the large
manufacturing concerns hundreds OF dol
lars. Ii costs them from SIS to $50 every
time IL instrel brass baud Ilarches by"
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

The Charleston News and Courier CON-
plains that tho railroads are killing the
melon Industry In South Carolina by ex-
eessiye fIeight charges. On one car load
OF meleus shippad week before last, it is
stated, the freight charges were over
$50, which left Lo profit 10 the shippers
On another car load the charges were
Sl85, the net proceeds to the clippers
being Sl2. Two additional shipments
yielded respectively profit of about IS
to the growers.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

VA ANTED.-WEEKLY REPUBLI-
w cans Of january 8 May II, June IA
1855; 6cents Will he paid at this 0fiice. mip-tf
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

w ANTED-BOARDERs, AT NO. 1898
w East End street, with pleasant rooms.
Good accommodations. il6-3n
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

Among Errors Tuinous to Health.
One of the most mischoivous and most
common is the indiscriminate aud too
frequent use OF purgattves. Such med
icines, If well chosen and seasonably re-
sorted to, are certainly useful, but many
persons select the worst, fly from enc to
the other, aud employ them when there
III no occasion, or their utility has ceased.
To establish on permanent basis reg
ular condition OF the bowels, the finest
Alternative is Hostetters Stomach Bit
tiers. 1t is botanic in its origin and a
safe sucoedaneum for those Objectionable
drugs, caloinel and blue pill; it does not
gripe or french the bowels like the ord
mary cvacuents, aud II not only reforms
irregulariiy Of the habit Of body, but
remedies the disorder aud inactivity Of
the liver and stomach, which usually ac-
company that condition. Rheumatism,
kidney trouble, malarial complaint and
nervousness are removed BY the Eitte:s.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

Many fires this year have been started
by wood from A Sergeant's coal and wood
ysrd, foot OF Monroe street. Oak, Pine
ana hickory wood In large loads. We
guarantee 2 $40 lbs. ofelean coal In every
ton, screened under cur own supervision.
just received, new car load OF Western
oats; also tine line of baled hay aud
wheat straw. Central Office Seventh aud
King streets. Look for the bue sign.
Oxen in the evening. Telephone calls,
b41 and 5k1
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

The owlsr Of property southwest cor
ner OF Front and Market streets will con
vert the rear end Of this building into
store only, or store ard dwelling, suitable
for small family. THIS is good location
for either cigar and tobacco store or will
make good fruit and confectionery
stand. A good street car and railroad
trade can be depended upon from this
point. Address Building, REPUBLICAN
office
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

Guest Mercy What are all these
wash-boi!ers and ilat-iIons aud things i'll
the parior fors"
Mrs. DE Fashion (help'essly)-"1 had
TO get them. The leader Of tie orchestra
came here at the last minute and refused
to play unless | furnished thl Sc things
for the anvil chorus. lie said he was
bound to have one selection heard above
the conversation"
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

DOR SALE EIGHTY THOU SAND
u celery and cabbage plants at No. nv
Gilpin avenue, near d. 4 o. Della wnte ave.
nue. station. W. TAYLOR. jy,y-alt
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

And the I'D folks laugh when they find
that the pleasant California liquid fruit
remedy, Syrup of Fgf, Is more easily
taken and more benehtlsl in its action
than bitter, nauseous medicines 1t
strengthens the Liver, Kidleys, stomach
aHd Bowels, when II arou-es them to a
healthy activity. All druggists. N. b.
Danforth, Sc ond and Market streets,
Wholesale agent.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

We mean 10 continue this until some
body beats the great lung curative agent,
Or. simms' White Pulmnnlo Balsarn
then We will take in our sign. Mr. l.,
Whitney, contractor at Clifton, Delaware
says he was cured after being considered
q hopeless case. For coughs, sore throat,
hoarseness, etc. Depot, Fourth and
King streets, Wilmington; rhlladelr Aia
Smith q Kline Co.. S31 Arch street
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03
BALLAD OF MIDSUMMER.

With ripple OF leaves and tinkle OF
The fqll world rolls in rhythm Of
And the winds arc one with the clouds
ana beams
Midsummer dnysl midsummer daysi
The dusk grows vast IN purple haze,
While the West from rapture OF sun
SGT sights,
Faint stars their exquisite lamps up.
Midsummer nights midsummer nightsl
Tho woods green heart is nest of
The lush grass thiclons and springs
and swnys,
Tho rattle wheat rustles. tho landscape
CLEANS
Midsummer daysl midsummer dnys!
IN the Silly fields, in the Silly ways,
All secret shadows and mystic fights
Lhto lovers Inurmur and linger and
gaze
Midsummer nights! o midsummer
nightsl
There's n music of bells from the tramp
ling teams,
Wild slylnrl.s hover, the gorsos blaze,
Ihu flch, ripe roso as with incense
streams
Midsummer days. midsummer days,
n soul from tho hnncysuckic strays,
Ana the nightingale, us from the
prophet heights,
sing to the earth Of her million Mays
Midsummer nightsl q midsummer
nightsl
ENVOY.
And it'so for my dear and the charm
that stays
Midsummer dnysl midsummer days!
It's o for my love and the dark that
plights-
Midsummer nightsl o midsummer
niBltsI
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

We have speedy anu positive Cure
for Catarrh, Diphtheria, Canher Mouth,
and Headache, In SHiLOH'S CATARRH
REMEDY. A Nasal Injector free with
each bottle. Use it II you desire health
and sweet breath. PRICED cents. N. Is.
Danforth, Wholesale and retail agent,
Second end Market streets. Wilmington,
Dial
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

According to the Calcutta cerraspon-
dent OF the Londoa Times, "a herd OF 100
wild elephants had been captured In My
sore. The same correspondent states
that there were 600 deaths By snake
bites in the Northwest provinces last year.
III Madras 1895 cattle were killed by
wild animals, aud the loss Of human life
by snakes and wild animals was 1912.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

Is 1t not worth the small price of 20
cents to !rye yourself OF every symptom
OF these distressing complaints, II you
think go CALI nj our store aud get bottle
Of shiloh's NitaliEer, Every bottle has
printed guarantee on It, use accordingly,
and II II does you no good 1t will cost you
nothing. N. b. Daniorth, wholesale and
retail agent, seoord uud Market streets,
Wilmington. Del.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1889-08-03

The great and certain euro for acute
andchronio darrhes, dysentery, cholera
morbus and cholera iniantum, SO cents.
Main depot, Fourth and King streets,
Wilmington, Del. Sold by druggists.