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The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-07-20
ELECTRoPLA1ED THE CAT.
Queer Freak OF Lightning in the Green
Mountain State.

Mountain State.
RUTLAND, VT, July ia freak OF
lightning probably more remarkable than
any hitherto recorded, has occurred near
the small village of New Salem, at the
foot of the Heidelberg mountain. Aren't
s. Vandyck occupies an old mansion, in
the parlor of which hung a collection of
revolutionary swords, some of which was
heavily plated with silver. A terrific
thunderstorm came night before last and
one terrible crash aroused the household.
All were stunned for a moment, but re-
covering they FASTENED TO discover what
damage was done.
Suddenly the younger Vandyck pointed
to an old-fashioned sofa. Upon it lay what
was apparently the silver image of cat
curled up in an exceedingly comfortable
position. AS far as the shape and posture
of the animal were concerned it might
have been live cat Each glittering hair
was separate and distinct and each sllvery
bristle Of the whiskers described graceful
curve as in life. Father and son turned
toward the swords which hung upon the
wall Just above the sofa and there saw that
the sword had been stripped OF all its silver.
The hilt was gone and the scabOard was
but a strip of blacKened steel The family
cat had been electroplated by lightning.
In one of the panes of glass In the window
was found round hole about the size of a
half dollar, where the lightning had evi.
IDENTIFY entered There was charred streak
across the sash, where the electrical fluid
had made its way to the sword down which
it passed to the cat, carrying with it the
silver which it deposited upon the animal
OF course the animal was Instantly killed,
and therefore remained in the position in
which it was quietly sleeping when the flash
came. 1t is thought the plating of the cats
body will prevent decay aud that probably
it may be retained aWong the collection of
curiosities, which is more remarkable than
all. Local scientists are puzzled by the oc-
currence, and one Of the members of the
Albany Institute is investigating the case.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-07-20
Thomasville's HOSPITAL.

TOWNSVILLE, GA, July 19.-Dr ]. g.
Hopkins has about perfected the Urelimin-
airy arrangements necessary to the charity
hospital, which he IS organizing here. He
has bought from E. NJ. Mallette a splendid
piece of property on Monroe street, and
will add to it as may be found necessary.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-07-20
The Confed : rate Home.

ATLANTA, Ga, July 49, -To-morrow
evening the confederate veterans will hold
a nesting at the old capitol TO discuss the
plans proposed for the disposition and
maintenance Of the home for confederate
veterans. IL is hoped that the legislature
will accept aud maintain IT,
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-07-20
smokeless Powder StoIen,

PARIS, July 19.-The police have searched
the house of Director Canet of the artillery
department of FORCES ct Chautiers and
found some smokeless powder, supposed to
have been distracted from the government
factory. The discovery will lead to prose-
011t in0s
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-07-20
MEETINGS.


OFFICE CITIZENS SANITARY ASSOCIATION, !
SAVANNAH. GA. July 10, 1891, (
The regular monthly meeting of the Execu-
tive Council of the Citizens Sanitary Associa
tion of Savannah, open to all members of the
association, will be held at this office at p. "
MONDAY. the goth instant
DENIS j. MURPHY. Secretary.
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NOTICE.

meeting of the subscribers to the capital
stock of the SAVANNAH SAVINGS BANK
will be held at No. 142 st. Julian street at 4
O'Clock P. NJ. MONDAY, goth instant. for the
purpose of adopting y-laws and organizing
WK. WILKINSON,
RIM HICKS,
THOS. NUGENT,
Commissioners
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-07-20

LONDON, July l9.-Ths principal ConRre-
gatIonal preachers heard in London yester-
day were Americans: Messrs. Goodwin,
Noble, B. o. Fullerton, Williams, GLADDEN.
and Pedley.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-07-20
Street Car Men COMPROMISE

TOLEDO, o., July 19-The street car
strike was settled this morning. All the
conductors and motor men are to receive
81 so per day. of twelve hours; the drivers
of horse vans 81 70. The men struck for 81
instead OF 81 80 and 81 65, hence the settle
ment is a compromise
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-07-20
Gen. Cook Innnrouin z.

ATLANTA, GA, July 19-Gen. Phil Cook
is still improving but it will be some time
before he will be able TO get to his office.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-07-20
CALL ON JUNGLE ADANrn

At No. 30 jefferson street, corner Congress
street lane if you are short of ready money
He will advance you cash on your diamonds,
watches, iewelry, clothing, musical instru-
ments, TOOLS etc. Open A II. to 8 p. NJ; Sat
urdavs to II P. NJ NEW YORK LOAN OFFICE,
20 Jefferson street, ADAM STRAUSS, Man
ager.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-07-20
FOR SALT WATER BATHERs.

The Submarine Bathing Cap is made of pure
rubber and is the only device that will posi-
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-07-20
KEEP THE HAIR DRY.

1t is decidedly ''nobby" in appearance. After
bathing it is great luxury to use Compressed
Face Sponge. MELDERMA is Toilet Powder
that instantly removes all unpleasant odor arts
ing from perspiration.
SOLOMON & co.'s TWO DRUG STORES,
Market Square. 90 Bull street.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-07-20

The importance of purifying the blood can
not be overestimated, for without pure
blood you cannot enjoy good health.
At this season nearly every one needs a
good medicine to purify, vitalize, and enrich
the blood, and Hoods Sarsaparilla is worthy
your confidence. 1t is peculiar in that it
strengthens and builds up the system, creates
an appetite, and tones the digestion, while
it eradicates disease. Give it a trial
Hoods Sarsaparilla is sold by all druggists
Prepared by C. l. Hood & Co., Lowell, Mass.
100 Doses One Dollar
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-07-20
FOR MARRIED LADIES ONLY

japanese Cream removes stains, spots, grease
and dirt Renovstes and brightens all fabrics.
Cleans everything Harmless as water Price
25 cents only, by
WLINSKI. Pharmacist,
Broughton and Braytoa streets, Telephone 465.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-07-20
SAVANNAH AND ATLANTIC RAILROAD
COMPANY.
NOTICE

The draw bridge over St. Augustine Creek
was struck Saturday afternoon by lighter,
which prevents it from being turned until re.
paired. 1t is set for the safe passage of trains,
but boats cannot pass through, as it cannot be
turned T. S. NOISE,
Superintendent
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-07-20
SPECIAL NOTICES.
FOR RENT.

FOR RENT.
The schwarz store, corner Bull street and
York street lane. Reasonable terms TO desira
BILE tenants. Possession Immediately. Apply to
JNO. SULLIVAN & co.
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EDUCATIONAL,
VIRGINIA MILITARY INSTITUTE,

LkAING AON, Va.
SD year. State Military, Scientific and Tech
meal School Thorough courses in general and
applied Chemistry, and in Engineering. Con-
fers degree of graduate in Academic Course:
also degrees of Bachelor of Science and Civil
Engineer in Technical Courses. All expenses,
including clothing and incidentals, provided at
rate of $36 80 per month, average for the
four years, ercl1tsiUe of o1t,it.
GEN. SCOTT SHIPP, Superintendent.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-07-20
SPECIAL NOTICES.

On and after Feo /, 1890 tbs basis Of npcos-
uyemeHt Of al odoertissnJ tn the MORNING
NEWS UA be agate at tie rate Of 81 30 an
f,sch for the Erst Insertion. No Special Notice
inserted for less than 81 90.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-07-20
SPECIAL NOTICE,

FELL DOWN THREE FLIGHTS OF STEPS.
50Ofb box of WHITMAN'S CANDIES which
| caused the price to be crushed below invoice
prices. Just call at
-HEIDT's PHARMACY
and examine the beautiful selection Of candies
which he has in stock. Fresh supply received
daily.
When ladies' want their complexion to look
pretty they should use BORACINE TOILET
POWDER, which is manufactured by
THE HEIDI DRUG COMPANY,
Congress and whitaker Streets.
NOTICE
In reply to the notice in Saturdays Times, we
wish to inform the public that we are not at
war with each other, don't break each others
bottles, and that our price for soda water is 81
per box and 30c. for one box empty bottles re-
turned. JAMES RAY,
GEO EBBERWEIN,
A. w. MEYER.
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SPECIAL NOTICE,
SPECIAL NOTICE,
DR.. H. h. GROTH
has returned and resumed practice,
SPECIAL NOTICE

SPECIAL NOTICE
Mr.. ADOLPH TRUM has this day re-
turned to the city and will be pleased to see his
friends and customers at
STERN'S
SCREVEN HOUSE
CIGAR STAND
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Your subject truly
address to MARY HUBERT,


New York, L. s.
| would send the rest of the money for the
book but am afraid it would get lost. But l
will when l receive the book, truly.
SCHEME TO BENEFIT LOST HEIRS.
Another claimant writes the lord chan
cellor, asking for loan on which he is will
ing to pay state interest and no MORE" to
enable him Ito leave some money with the
Dutchman who keeps the grocery store, and
TO get steerage passage to Europe" he
further affords the information that he
can steal a ride somerways, and can scalp
from Chicago"
Examples like these might be multiplied
indefinitely, but they will serve to show the
humors of the business. 1t is satisfactory
to know that the firm previously mentioned
are developing q scheme for the benefit of
tue wandering heirs in America to British
estates. They propose to approach the
American government with the idea of ex-
hibiting at postoffices the lists Of persons
who are being looked for, aud to have the
business of collecting their moneys super
vised by a bureau of American officials.
They contend it is the duty of the govern
ment TO protect the interests of the more
ignorant of their citizens from sharks, and
lost heirs are almost invariably drawn
from this class, their chances Of not being
swindled are very small The firm main
tains that there is an enormously profitable
business 70 be done with next-of-kln by
thoroughly legitimate charges and fees If
they attain their point there are perhaps
thousands in america who will benefit by
their interference.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1891-07-20

FELL DOWN THREE FLIGHTS OF STEPS
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-02-17
NORFOLK.
Warrants by Murder Triai-man
Killed on the 4. and ID. Railroad.

NORFOLK. Va, Feb. l6.-lSpecial. lin con-
sequence Of the spirit Of reformation aroused
by the recent grand jury. seyenty-three war
rants have been sworn against persons
charged with keeping houses of ill-repute.
The news Of this having spread ABROAD the
axodus Of the dcmi-monde has begun, and
they are expected TO leave the city IN large
numbers during the next few DAYS.
The trial N j T.. Brady the murderer be,
Gins today. Great difficulty IL experienced
in getting a Jury. and up 10 this time only five
have been secured II IS thought that 1t VIII
be necessary to secure the Others from the
county.
The phenomenal activity in real estate Al
ready noted continues undated. The aggre-
cate Of Transactions IN this line IN the Two
citips and their enyir0ns since January Isl mas
now reached .1OI9.3ll while the transacuons
in Norfolk county alone last week amounted
10 10000 The grand total last week IN bOth
cities and the county was sl2GiGO.
The new steam windlass for the ship An
phitrite now under reconstruction at the
HAYWARD. has arrived from Providence, X.
l. Nory satisfactory progress Is beng made
IN the work and she will soon be completed.
Miss Mary Young. Of Richmond, who has
been visiting friends IN tins city, has returned
home.
4 white man named Alfred Berry, who re-
sides in Richmond was killed on Friday
night while engaged in coupling cars al Id
gerton. on the Atlantic and Danvlle.rallro
His remains were taken in charge by the com
pany 10 be shipped home for interment
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-02-17
SERIOUS SHOOTING SCRAPE,
Alonzo Wilson shoots George shaw and Then
Bends the Gun over Iii, Head.

CHARLOTTE, n c.. Feb. 16.-lSpecial. J.
George Shaw. who resides four miles west of
Lincolnton, n. c., was committed TO jail al
Lincolnton today on peace warrant sworn
ont bv AlouzO wilson While Shaw was whip
ping his step-daughter last Thursday night
her husband also appeared upon the scene
and fired a pistol ball into Shaw's shoulder.
Wilson then pursued him up the stairway,
where he secured a shotgun and fired the con-
tents into his (Shaw'sl other shoulder. lie
then bent the gun barrel over Shaws head
and escaped out ~ a window. Wilson gave
bond for his appearance at the Supreme
Court
4 serious cutting scrapc occurred last night
between Aaron Moore aud John Burgan, two
colored students AZ Biddle Institute, Just out
side the city. The negroes We're Oh their way
home. when a dispute arose Is 10 which was
the best singer, both being members of the
colorcd choir al Biddle. The dispute
ended in a fight and IN Moore having
his throat cut with knife IN
the hands Il Burgan the latter eXclalming
as he ripped his knife over ms rivals throat
DIN Won YOU shan sing any more Moore 5
wound j. a very serious one and may end
fatally Burgan fed and has not been cap
tured yet
Newton b Craig one of CASTOR county's
oldest and most prominent citizens dleo yes
terdav at the age Of elghty-hye years.
The trial of Thomas }. Samond white. for
the killing Of Elijah Gilmore, colored IN
Sharon township was called ~ the Criminal
Court to-day The interest IN the case i
great as Mr. Samonds is prominent citizen
Of the county He Is an old man. being APP
parently about sixty-hye. OF the 100 meL
summoned rs a special venire 10y the sheriff
80 per cent. OF them were rejected before the
twelfth man had been secured The case
Will be continued tomorrow.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-02-17
PIrHY COLORED SArINGS.
4 Choice Collection Of Marims from the Ne
gro People.

Dat pig he say, II belongs to two niggers
ease I'm so mishrul'
When yo' waits for yo' dinner Dress de Lord
if You get nm cold
Bat dog sleep. Whafo yo' pull him tai2
Yo hear turkey IN de- wood and he say
"Gobble. gobble." dat nice Yo' hear turkey
IN de- skillet and he say, 'Slzzle, sizzle.' dat
nicer.
He stone blind, and he say De eve doctor
Bad mout no say sweet, when he sings
"Lasses. lasses"
Miss Hen she flew IN Pa'dise but she cackle
all same and done los hey eggs.
Look ont for folks that take de home track
effer campmeetln'.
DE big crab not alters good meat
Because vo' eat eggs Monday vhaffO' We
banker for hen on Tuesday,
Yo' buy shoat on trust, lie squeal all &c
time
When pot boil, no rs lar.
De forWardcst pig make de first rasher.
Mighty high-m.nded eat De mlk Jug war
empty
4 fine boss amt no wuss for rope bride.
Oar amt no tire IN borrowed mule
When DE sky ram meal, go amt got no use
30 get holt Of De handle Of de fryin' pan.
den SCI yo dis yere bacons got to be done
Jess as pleases'
when yo's cookin' and de dogs is round.
keep one eye 90 de roast rother on de dogs
De uch mans pig never break tnro nc
euCes-New York Times.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-02-17
MILTON M.fTTERS.
Condition OF the County Roads-The Tobacco
Market-Other News.


MuroN.N. c.. Feb. Special l-itcon,in-
ues 70 ram. and our countyroads are simply aw-
ful. Il Is often urged that our public roads
should be improved. and that they should no
one will deny. but how are theyto he greatly im-
provcds Is the question that puzzles every legls-
iator that has undertaken 90 grapple with the
question. Il would require "a great outlay Of
money. and they thought II would be money
lullciou-ly invested. still Il Is extremely
doubtful whether our people would willingly
submit 90 tie increase ~ taxes that would be
required
Our tobacco market IS on a great boom. ana
lasr week We beat all previous records - We
sold iCuug the week about a quarter u "a
million ot pounds. for winch tine farmer,
carried away more than $4,000 Our mMSet
Is getting up quite "A reputation and j. draw
iIg patronage from entirely new territory
Last week good deal Ot tobacco was Slapped
by rail from Halifax and Mecklvnburg
counties II Virginia. and from Gran
vile and Person counties IN North
Carolina. The offerings contain large
percentage Of very desirable stock. which our
dealers are ANXIOUS 20 buy AT prices that are
very satisfactory - the farmers. Our farmers
are IN better condition financially than they
have been IN six years Their crops are sell
ing az handsome figures. aud rs very few If
them owe guan0 bills or bills with the mer-
chants they carry most Of their money home
with them Farm work is very backward.
owing % long continued rains.
Mr.. ). NJ Wsrlck Is in Raleigh to-day, and
will probably while there have executed a
judgment against the Western Union Tele-
graph COMPANY gwen IL favor OF T. j..
IhompSoI for y 500 and costs
Hon. X. Walker. our representative. Is az
home suffering from ~ attack OF la grippe.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-02-17
THE LATE 4. N. H.STUiRT.
Simple but Impressive Funeral Services Over
the Remains of the Great Statesman.

SrAuNToN. Va. Feb. lG.-ISpecial. The
funeral # Hon. Alexander II. H. Stuart took
place at ~ o'clock to-day from Trinity church.
The services were conducted by Rev Walter
Q. Hulhhcn. rector Of the church, and were
very solemn and impressive, though there
was no sermon. only the simple but beautiful
ritual of the Episcopal Church.
vast throne of people filled the church TO
do honor to the memory of the great states
man. Mr. Stuart's family has received tele
grams of sympathy from the President and
distinguished men all over the country. He
was greatly beloved and admired in Stanton,
and NE has left precious legacy to the young
men If his town and State-the memory Of ~
life without fear and without reproach
Bishop Randolph was expected To assist IN
the funeral services, but owing to the sudden
death of his brother-in-law, Colonel Hoxton,
was unable 10 be present.
The honorary pall-beaTers were Hon j.
Randolph Tucker Judge Mclaughlin. Mr. j
Addison Waddcll Judge Stout Judge Hen
dren, Colonel j. II. Skinner. MAJOR 4. G.
Elder. DR. H. NJ. Atkinson, Mr.. George NJ
Harrison, and Mr.. Il. Is. Berkely
Active pall-bcarcr. Captain James Bum
gardner. Captain A. IL. H. Fultz. Major Mar
Shall Hanger. Colonel J. G. Shields Major
Jed Hotchkss. Mr.. A. + Kinney Mr. g. g.
Gooch and DIR. Newton Wait
Dr. Hunter Mcclure, who came up % At
tend the funeral. Will return to Richmond to-
morrow morning.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-02-17
HETEESHIKG.
Accidentally Shot-A Lady Badly Burned
Bishop Wingheld-ChuTch Notes

PETERsBUnG. VA. Feb. Especial. Henry
johnson (colored), of Dinwiddie county. was
shot and killed on Saturday afternoon while
ont hunting with another negro. johnson
was shot bV his companion but how the Hcci-
dent occurred was not learned. The load en-
tered Johnson's side, causing almost nstan-
tancOus death.
I'm the Mayors Court this morning negro
man named Austin Mitchell. claiming 70 be q
cciored barber from Richmond, was charged
with the larceny Of three silver pitchers. al
from the residence of Mr. John
A. Mallory. florist and justice Of
the peace Of this city. residing
Oh BollngbroOk street The accused Was
found guilty and his punishment fixed at
ninety DAYS in jail. Mitchell was also con
victcd Of the larceny of coat from coloIed
man residing on Lombard street. and was sent
to jal for thirty days on this charge.
Ms. Thomas Chappell. who resides in Din
widdbe county about seven miles from Peters
burg. was very painfully burned last night
All the family except herself had retired and
she was sitting before an open fireplace III n
Tocking-chair While leaning forward the
chair slipped from under her and she fell into
the Greand had her left hand SO badly burned
that she had to come to Petersburg this
morning for medical attention.
RI Rev. j. H. d. Wingfeld. ID. D., IL. d.,
Bishop of Northern California preached yes
'terday morning and night to crowded congre-
cations at ST. Paul's Episcopal church. The
Bishops sermons were of rare power and elo-
quence. For many years Bishop Mingfeld
wa, rector Of St Pauls church and is very
much beloved 10y his old charge.
Rev. J. II. Wright rendered his resignation
yesterday as pastor Of the West End Baptist
church. which was accepted, and a committee
was appointed 10 call Il minister To succeed
the retiring pastor Mr. Wright's resignation
is due to i'll health. His physician has ad-
vised him 10 give up preaching and go TO
some warm climate
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-02-17

but too late. for just at that moment ne
stumbled and fell. As he made no effort 10
rise She called 10 him 10 get up. at the same
time taking him by the arm. She found MN
unable TO move or speak and he expired very
soon afterwards.
Rev. J. J.. White Mt one time pastor OF the
First Baptist church in Raleigh, but now
~ Durham, has received a call from the
French Broad Baptist church. Asheyille. n.
c., at a salary Of 81 800.
A new BAPTIST church was organized at Wal
mt Cove. near Winston. on Sunday last by >.
A. Speicht. ID. D.. associate editor ot the
Biblical Recorder. Of Raleigh and Rev. j. L.
jenkins. of Hamptonsvile.
Now that the $40 600 has been raised for the
Interstate Exposition in Raleigh, and inc
GREAT probability of IFS becoming definitely
settled within the next few DAYS. It Is IN order
now 20 begin preparations for the event.
A curiosity in the shape of bale Of cotton
passed through Murphy Monday on wagon
on route 20 TomOtla. whore II was put on
board the Western North Carolina road. l ms
cotton was raised and skipped by Mr.; }. VI.
Newton. and is the first bale ever raised IN the
county for market.
The existence Of coal in the counties or
Montgomery and Richmond Is now a well
ascertained fact. and steps will be taken WIN
ont delay % develop and work the pedN'
There are OUfcTOD0inn@ OF coal ON DNAhi' tN
the Pekin section. and on Mountain creek,
besides uumistakaole evidences Of on
Cheeks creek.
On the 9th Of January two patents were
granted 10 William II Kerr. Of Concord. tor
n machine 20 make bags. Mr.. Kerr Is son
of fine late Professor Kerr. ot Raleigh. and Is
manager Of the Kerr Bag Manufacturing Com
many. If Concord. The machine IL "a marvel
Of ingenuity. and makes complete bags PRINT
ed in one or more colors.
A meeting Of the Building Committee ot
the Charlotte Auditorium Company was held
AT the Office Of Brem & Co. Friday afternoon.
when The final plans for the building We're de
cided upon. The auditorium Is TO be an Inn
menee affair Of corrugated iron. II Will be "
feet wide and 100 feet long, and Will nave a
self-supporting truss roof. The cost OF the
building will be 5000 and tho lot upon
which 10 is 90 be built will cost $4,000 so the
company get ont. on building and lot, at
$1,000
A col0rcd woman and two men who Glanced
10 be passing the Lynchburg and Durham de-
pot. IN Durham. recently, We're startled ana
alarmed bv seeing at the same moment niue
five-year-old white boy. unconscious Of hiS
danger. and an aged colored woman, Who oy
reason Of her deafness did not hear the APP
preaching locomotive, only few yard, ID an
vance OF the incoming train. By 'imulta-
neOus movement the men rushed forward ana
snatchrd the child from in front of the engine,
while the woman seized the old negrcsa hy
the skirts and icrked her from the track.