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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

The Baltimore Sun of The 18th has long
article concerning the now famous fruit
farm of the Becker Brothers east of the
Shenandoah, in this county,-one of the
largest farms of the kind this side of Cali
fornia. The many varieties of peaches and
other fruits are described, and an interest
ing account is given Of the methods in use
by these celebrated and successful fruit
growers. The Becker Brothers purchased
in 1887 $50 acres, to which other land
has been added from time to time until the
farm now comprises a continuous tract Of
2,4OO acres, well adapted in respect of soil
and climate to fruit-growing, on which are
thousands upon thousands of peach trees,
beside smaller, though very considerable,
number of plums, damsous, apricots, Japan
persmmons, ounces, cherries, nectarines,
English walnuts, Italian chestnuts and pa
per-shell almonds The vineyard contains
over sixty acres, and Mr.. Becker is making
extensive experiments in the production OF
grapes for wine-making, as well as for other
purposes which promise important results.
The shipment Of peaches is now in progress.
About twenty thousand crates of the early
varieties have been shipped thus far to the
northern and eastern cities. Mr.. Becker
has recently secured seven acres at Millville
station, where the fruit is shipped, for the
conveniences of shipping. Switches will
be put in, an ice-house erected, and an ice
pond made, so that next season the bulk of
the shipments will be made in refrigerator
cars. An elevated cable tramway will soon
be built direct from the packing house on
the farm to the station at Millville, crossing
the river. Carriage conveyances will be
loaded with the packages of fruit and will
20 straight to the station by the cable, much
Earring of the fruit and much delay being
thus avoided. Telephone communication
between the farm and the station will be
established at the same time. A cannery is
to be put up that the fruit may be used to
advantage in seasons of overproduction or
Improbable markets. A peach brandy dis
tillery is nearly completed. Wine presses
are also in use and considerable wine is be-
ing made. Mr. Becker has been solicited
by the West Virginia State authorities to
make an exhibit of his fruit production at
the Worlds Fair and has concluded to do so.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

The Hon. Carl Schurz, in letter dis
cussing the political questions of the day,
and advocating the election Of Cleveland
and Stevenson, says of the force bill: "The
inevitable effect Of the enactment of the
force bill or anything like it would be the
revival of the fear of negro domination in
the South. and with it violent and disas-
trous disturbance Of the relations between
the two races, which in the course Of time
had shaped themselves in a friendly man
ner highly advantageous to the general
prosperity. I'm view of all this must con-
fess that whatever speciOus pretenses may
be put forward as to the objects Of the
measure. + look upon the force bill as one
of the most reckless, most cruel, most re-
voting partisan contrivances ever devised.
I know the Republicans are artfully dis
claiming that the force bill is an issue in
this campaign. Mr.. Harrison himself tries
to evade it in his letter Of acceptance by an
adroitly soft spoken recommendation ofcom-
mission of inquiry. But no well-iuformed
and prudent man will be deceived. The
Republican platform substantially indOrses
the measure
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21
BY the Governor:
VIM. A. OHLEY,
Secretary of State.

Senator David B. Hill made big speech
in Brooklyn Monday night-said to have
been one of the best he has delivered for
years. He began by declaring that he was
still "a Democrat" and further said:
"The National Democratic Convention of
1892 has passed into history with its record,
its triumphs and its disappointments. The
wisdom of its action is not now to be ques-
toned. It's decision will be accepted with
loyal acquiescence by every true aud patri-
otie Democrat. From this time forward
imperative duties are imposed upon US
Fractional appeals should now cease; the
spirit of resentment should be abandoned !;
State pride should be subordinated to the
general good; real or fancied grievances
should be dismissed; personal ambitions
should be sacrificed and individual disap
pointments should be forgotten in this great
emergency, which demands from US all the
exhibition of widespread and lofty party
patriotism"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

Hon. James NJ Beck, of Philadelphia,
will speak at the courthouse Thursday
evening at SEVEN o'clock-this early hour
having been appointed to suit the conye-
nience of those who may wish to attend the
meeting and leave town by the Norfolk x
Western at $50. Hon. Stuart W. Walker,
F. W. Brown, Esq, and perhaps others are to
speak, and il is hoped Senator Faulkner
may be present. There will be music and
a big time generally. II is particularly de-
sired to open the campaign with rousing
meeting, and every Democrat, and every
fellow who is not quite sure how he
will vote, ought to be there. 1t may
even be a matter Of interest to dyed
in-tbe wool and immovable Republicans to
look in and see how enthusiastic and united
the Democrats are, and how they propose
to carry everything before them in Noyem-
ber Ladies are invited.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

Il has been repeatedly charged by Repub-
ican organs of this State that Gov. Flem-
ing appointed d. NJ Harr, of Marion coun-
~, mine inspector in fulflment of prom
Use by which Hairs vote in the legislature
was secured for Fleming in the gubernato-
rial contest. Harr writes to the FairmOnt
Hdsr a letter in which he says that if his
vote had been on the market he would have
sold it to the highest bidder, and at that
time the highest bid was the same position
and 81 800 in cash, offered him to vote to
seat Golf. He says proposition after prop
OsitiOn was made to him by the Repubi-
cans, all Of which he declined and threat
ems to give a complete history Of the mat
ter unless there is an end of their abuse of
him.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21
THE SOUVENIR SPOON.
The F'avOrite.'

have on hand the old st. George Chapel
Souvenir Spoon.
The ruins of old st. George Chapel are II
miles from Charles-Town and an object of in
terest. The Chapel is supposed to have been
erected as early as 1750-probably as late as
17G0. 1t is mentioned in denning's Statutes
ct Large as one Of the Chapels more costly
than many others The site, which is on the
lands of Col H. b. Davenport, is supposed to
have been donated by Lord Fairfax. 1t is sup
posed to have been more elegant, hence more
costly, than others. because it was located near
where many wealthy Church-of-E England peo-
pie lived who would take pride in out-doing
their neighbors in the size and magnifcence
of their houses of worship. At any rate, the
present ruin was once grand in its time. The
walls were of stone quarried in the vicinity.
The other material is supposed TO have been
brought from England. The roof was sheet
lead the window and door frames of cedar
wood the floor in thing; the pews and pull
pit in oak-elaborately carved. The soft,
grey old walls in summer time are ivy-hung-
bnt the Chapel, as pictured in the bowl of the
spoon, is a winter scene-the venerable pile
surrounded by leadess trees and the graves of
the olden-time covered with the beautiful
snow" For sale by
CHARLES w. BROWN, Jeweler,
Charles. Town, Jefferson Co., w. Va.
Sept. H. 1892.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

Generals Weaver and Field have issued
joint address announcing their acceptance
Of the Peoples party nominations for the
presidency and yice-presidency- directing
attention TO the power of corporate capital
and the violation Of the right of suffrage as
the great evils Of the time, aud declaring
the two old parties unable and unwilling to
deal with these questions and the Peoples
party the only hope Of the country The
Courier-Journai tersely says that the letter,
while rather hysterical, a. was TO be ex-
pected, and while containing a recognition
Of some evils which need reformation, may
be summed in Shakespeare anathema;
" The devil take one party and his dam
the other
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

We have good reason for saying 20 the
Democrats Of Jefferson that a majority ex-
ceeding any thing that has gone before will
only be meritorious thank-ofering to Stu
art w. Walker, one Of our district delegate
candidates, for the magnificent work he is
engaged in just now on this Congressional
district. And when he does get to Charles
Town to address the Democrats, the Cleve-
land and Wilson Club should put its best
foot foremOst-haye big meeting and give
him a shout that will presage victory all
along the line. He is thoroughly unselfsh,
and is exercising his powers as an organi-
ger and practical politician for the trium-
plant success Of the whole ticket aud Billy
Wilson in particular.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21
Proclamation.

STATE OF WEST VIRGINIA,
EXECUTIVE CHAMBER, CHARLESTON.
The Four Hundredth Anniversary of the
Discovery of America is day that should
bring to every mind an occasion for graft
tude and reflection. 1t is an appropriate
time for all to review the past, consider our
country's greatness and contemplate the fu-
ture. 1t is meet that all the people should
join in making memorable the celebration
of this anniversary. | therefore recon-
mend that columbus Day." Friday, Octo-
Der DIST, 1892, be observed as general hol-
iday and that there be held in all the
schools of the State such appropriate exer-
cises as will impress upon the race the gran
deur of our country, and the opportunities
and duties of American citizenship.
Done at the Capitol, in the City of
Charleston, this 18th day of September, in
the year of our Lord one thousand eight
hundred and ninety-two.
A. b. FLEMING.
By the Governor:
VIM. A. OHLEY,
Gacretorv IF State
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21
Loic Rates to Ne,cark ". j., and Return
Via u. &c o.

On September oath, 18th and Goth, the
Baltimore and Ohio R. r will sell tickets
at all stations east of the Ohio river to
Newark, n. j., at the low rate of one first
class fare for the round trip, the occasion
being the Convention of German Catholics
of America, to be held at Newark, Septem-
Der 26th to 10Th. Tickets will be valid for
return journey until October Sd, inclusive.
For round trip rate from principal stations
on the Valley Branch consult appended
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

The opening exercises of the national en-
campment of the Grand Army of the Re-
public in Washington Monday included a
street parade, the dedication of a space of
ground named Grand Army Place in honor
Of the organization, corps reunions, visits to
the White House, a reception in the rotun-
da of the Capitol, and the laying of the
foundation of a monument to Gen. Geo.
Crook at the national cemetery at Airing
ton by the Society of the Army of West
Virginia-at which ceremony ex Congress
man Ben Butterworth made an address,
saying, in part "The war is over. One of
the most touching incidents of this en-
campment, to my mind, was that of a band
of ex-Confederates making contribution
to relieve any of those who wore the blue
who might be taken sick. The preserva-
ton Of this country depends upon men all
along the line, and it matters not which
uniform they wore thirty years ago"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

When Colonel Van Wyck was running
for Congress many years ago in the Fiji
teenth New York district, there was a GER
tain Irishman who steadfastly refused to
give the old soldier any encouragement
The colonel was greatly surprised, there
fore, when Pat informed him on election
day that he had concluded to support him.
"Glad to hear it, glad to hear it." said
the colonel 81 rather thought you were
against me, Patrick"
"Well, sir" said Patrick, 81 wuz, and
whin We stud by me pigpen and talked that
day fur two hours or wose We didn't bulge
me hairs BREADTH sir but after We wuz
gone away got to thinking how We reach
ed yer hand over the fence and scratched
the pig on the back till he laid down wild
the pleasure of it, and made up me mind
that whin a rale colonel was as sociable as
that | wasn't the man to vote agin' him. 5"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

Pansy for October is an excellent mum
Der. It's articles are timely, and of char
acter that this magazine so well knows how
to furnish its readers. Price sl.0O year
10 cents a number d. Lothrop Co., Pub
fishers, Boston.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

Our Little Men and Women for October is
es winsome as ever. Wherever this little
juvenile goes, its mission is to shed bright
ness, carry sunshine, and bring good cheer.
Price 500 year; 10 cents a number. ID.
Lothrop Co. Publishers, Boston.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21
A Wonderful Invention.


THE holders of Jefferson County West Vir,
i ginia) bonds, numbered /. 2. 3, 4 and Of
the denomination of 81 10000, issue Of lesl'
annual Understanding bonds are requested
TO present said bonds at the Office Of the sher-
III Of Jefferson County on the LIST day Of Octo,,
Der, 1892 for payment. All interest on sara
bonds ceases after that date.
By order of the Court.
ALBERT +. DAVIS,
Sheriff Of Jefferson County, W. va
August l6. 1892.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

Il appears that Peck, the New York State
statistician, is in trouble peck Of trou-
ble"-not only for making fraudulent state
ments on labor statistics, but for destroying
the property Of the Embellishments upon
which he based his report. Il isn't improb-
able that the powers that be will expecto-
rate-spew him out of the mouth.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

Gen. Francis A. Walker, who took the
census Of 1880, declines longer to affiliate
with the Republican party, and has left 1t
for good. Doubtless the Republicans think
there is no sensus in that.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

Correspondingly low rates from other
stations.
For more detailed information apply tC
c. E. Dudrow, Travelling Passenger Agent
Winchester, Va.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21
Sanitary Notice.

Mr.. A. ID. MiIey has ben appointed sanitafy
Inspector Of the Corporation Of Charles-Io"
and will inspect all premises in the town, "
ascertain if they are in a cleanly and healthy
condition. 1t Is hoped all good citizens W" W.
have their property in good shape, so ina. .ne
Inspector will not be compelled to con conc
the same. GUSTAV BROMN,
Julv &. 1892 Mayor.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

No person should travel without a box OF
Ayers Pills. As safe and speedy remedy
for constipation and all irregularities OF the
stomach and bowels, they have no equal,
and, being skillfully gar-coated, are pleas
ant to take, and long retain their virtues.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

We are gratifed to learn that Mr. H. C.
Tinsiey, the accomplished editor of the
Staunton ViadicatOr, has so far improved in
health as to hope to be able to resume his
journalistic duties in few days. He is a
man Of exceptionally fine abilities, and his
services just now are almost indispensable.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

The c'.olera forced its way into New York
ne e;r knows how-and there have been
a f. .,lhs in that city, but no more cases
have developed within the past few days.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

An exchange says that Candidate Davis
has streamer flying from his store in West
Grafton with the inscription: "Thos. f.
Davis, the next governor of West Virginia"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21
My reputation on these is well established,
hence no comment is needed. All my
u,DNtrN-c, rNfpr ENfENTS

Champion binder Champion mower, Bick-
ford & Hoffman grain drill, Oliver chilled
root and Weirick plows, spring-tooth harrow,
square harrows, roller, corn shelter wheat fam
cutting boxes, platform scales, corn planter,
shovel plows. four-horse wagon and bed, two
horse wagon and bed, shelvings for both
wagons, / sleigh, jump-seat carriage and
harness, spring wagon and shafts, carriage
pole double and single harness, wagon gears
for four horses, pillow gears for six horses, lines
fly nets and, in short everything needed on
a well-conducted farm. large machine sheet
wagon saddle, riding saddle and brides; also
about 20 stands of bees and bee hives and
honey boxes
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

It was reported to the metropolitan press
that Secretary of War Elkins had died sud
denly at his home in this State then mod
fled 10 extreme illness. The truth only Is
that he is ill-expectant Of Republican sue
cess in the State Of his adoption. The for
lorn hope Of carrying West Virginia for the
advocates Of the force bin makes him sick.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21
TERMS OF SALE.

On all sums of $40 and upward credit of
II months will be given with interest from
date purchaser giving note with approved
security payable at Bank of Charles-Town.-
Sums under $40 cash.
No postponement on account of weather.
Sale to begin at 10 o'clock a. m. sharp.
CHAS. L. TIMBERLAKE.
Canf If 1909
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

Do you know that the people Of Maine
have three high grade colleges aud dozens
Of frs.-clzss academies and semiuaries Do
you know tina. there is no more intelligent
people on the face Of the earth Mountain
Echo Rep.
No wonder the Republican plurality Of
$4,000 four years ago was cut down last week
10 1900, and that Tom Reeds plurality
for Congress was 600 less than two years
ago. The colleges, academies, seminaries
and general intelligence are affecting Maine
politics.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

For Judges Of Supreme Court Of Appeals
long Term-MARMADUkE H. DEM,
Of Taylor County.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

Hon. John w. Daniel calls the month of
November "a month of destiny" II is for
good or evil to the people of this country.
Woe betide us if the Republican force bill
be possible thing by Republican success.
The force bill, if put into operation through
out the entire country, would cost not less
than $lO,OOO,OOO for every election, and
would bring upon the people an additional
force of about $50, 900 Office
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

For State Superintendent of Free Schools
VIRGIL A. LEWIS,
of Mason County.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

For Congress,
WILLIAM l.. WILSON,
Of Jefferson County.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21
HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE.

One chamber suite wardrobes, which are
made so as to be taken apart, mahogany and
l poplar, stained, both in good order buffet
or sideboard, walnut cane-bottom chairs.
AID some few smaller articles, all to be sold
without reserve.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

Mr.. Thomas D. Wernwag died at Lex
ington, Mo, Sept. II, of poisoning,
aged SO years. He was born at Frankfort,
Pa, and went west early in life. The Lex
ington Neps says of him "The news of
Mr.. Wernwag's death caused universal re-
greet, but little surprise, as it was generally
known that he was very seriously i'll. He
was a quiet, unassuming gentleman, pos
sessed of many sterling qualities of heart
and mind. The sympathy of this
entire community is extended to his bereav-
ed wife and children"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

For Attorney General,
THOMAS S. RILEY,
Of Ohio County.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

For Governor,
VIM. A. MACCORKLE,
Of Kanawha County.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

irsiuia 5rse gws
WYE. GALLAHER, Editor.
to,Sn.Je1ersOn County, West
september II, 1892.
-----------u---------------'
DEMOCRATIC TICKET
For President.
GROVER CLEVELAND,
Of New York.
For Vice-President
ADLAI f STEVENSON,
Of Illinois
For Presidential Electors-at-Large,
c. WOOD DALEY,
Of Mineral County.
SAMUEL S. VINSON,
Of Wayne County.
For District Electors,
1st.-M. ID. POST,
Of Harrison County.
2d.-BERNARD L. BUTCHER.
Of Randolph County.
5d.-JOHN A. PRESTON,
Of Greenbrier County.
4th.-J. G.. MCCLUER,
Of Wood County.
For Congress,
WILLIAM l.. WILSON,
Of Jefferson County.
For Governor,
WM. A. MACCORkLE,
Of Kanawha County.
For Auditor.
ISAAC V. JOHNSON,
Of Barbour County.
For Treasurer,
JOHN NJ. ROWAN,
Of Monroe County.
For Acknowledgement,
THOMAS S. RILEY,
Of Ohio County.
OF State Superintendent Of Free Schoo
VIRGIL A. LEWIS,
of Mason County.
or Judges Of Supreme Court Of Appea
.Ong Term-MARMADUkE ii. DEN
Of Taylor County.
Short Term-HOMER A. HOLT,
Of Greenbrier County.
For Judge Of Circuit Court
r. BOYD FAULKNER,
Of Berkeley County.
For State Senate,
ROBERT EARL,
Of Jefferson County.
For District Delegates.
STUART ". WALKER,
Of Berkeley County.
JOHN B. BROSIUS,
Of Morgan County.
For Sheriff:
]. GARLAND HURST.
For Prosecuting Attorney
FORREST W. BROWN.
For Assessor-lst District:
ID. O.. DONNELLY.
For Assessor-2d District
j.. W. GARDNER, JB.
For County Commissioner
ISAAC II. STRIDER.
For County Surveyor:
S. HOWELL BROWN.
For House of Delegates
A S. cambridge, JR.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

Short Term-HONlER a. HOLT,
Of Greenbrier County.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

For Treasurer.
JOHN NJ. ROWAN,
Of Monroe County.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

For Auditor.
ISAAC v JOHNSON,
Of Barbour County.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21
NJ. PALMBAUM & BRO.
For Rent.

A COMFORTABLE DWELLING on Charles
street, between Main and Congress streets.
Charles-Town. Gas and water. Apply at the
Office of JOSEPH TRAPNELL, Hooff Build
ing, opposite the Carter House
Sept. Il, 1882.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

John E. Updegrove, of Hagerstown, a
conductor on the Shenandoah Valley branch
of the Norfolk and Western Railroad, was
fatally scaded in a wreck near Basic City
last Wednesday, and the engineer, VIM. G.
Darrough and fireman, Martin Probst, were
also killed. A heavy rain had weakened
the supports OF trestle, and the entire
train-a vestibuled limited passenger, run
ming from New Orleans to Washington
was wrecked
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

Our friend, Towner Schley, we see by the
following note in the Hagerstown Necs, has
been deservedly honored for his efficiency
and courtesy: 'In recognition of his worth
and great services to the association the
board of managers of the HagerstOwn Fair
have made Mr.. Towner Schley, of Shop
herdstown, first assistant marshal for this
year. Mr. Schley would have been made
chief marshal, but as the honor rotates,
Carroll county was entitled to it and got it. !"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

For District Delegates,
STUART ". WALKER,
Of Berkeley County.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

2d.-BERNARD L. BUTCHER,
Of Randolph County.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

JOHN B. BROSIUS,
Of Morgan County.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

sd.-JOHN A. PRESTON,
Of Greenbrier County.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1892-09-21

4th.-J. G.. McCLUER,
Of Wood County.