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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-10-10
An APPEAL TO THE SENATORS.
Messrs. Daniel and Hunton Asked 10 Fa-
cilitate Action Upon the Repeal Bin.

PETERSBURG. VA, Oct. Especial
The following is a copy Of petition
numerously signed. to be sent TO Senators
Daniel and Hunton tomorrow:
Petersburg, Va. oct. o. 1893
TO Hon. John w. Daniel and Hon. Eppa
Hunton, Senators in Congress from Vir-
gfnia:
conference.-the. the undersigned. citi-
zens OF Petersburg. representing ull
classes OF our community, merchants,
manufacturers the professions and tti-
zens generally, respectfully ask and Pc
ttion that you give your aid and sup
port to the chairman of the Finance Com
mittee, In ordert that a decision on the
silver bill may be reached I'm the honor
able body Of which you are members
as representatives OF this State. If
you cannot conscientious1y vote for the
repeal bill, we ask that you assist in
maintaining a quorum, I'm order that Il
vote may be reached and the matter
settled.
The business OF our city and section.
In all branches, Is wen nigh Frustrated
from the protracted delay attending a
settlement of this question. We believe
the same conditions exist throughout the
entire South. We apprehend that 1T
is not speedily settled similar or worse
conditions will prevail than those OBJ
tanning in June. July and August, before
the passage Of the repeal bill by the
House OF Representatives inspired hope
and confidence that an early settlement
would be reached.
Many of us are in daily contact with the
best and most intelligent farmers in the
adjacent counties. and we know that
their interests are suffering and their
future as greatly imperiled by the pres-
ent condition as our own, and we believe
that they are as anxious for settlement
of the question as we are.
Captain Emmett Ragland, conductor in
charge Of the train which arrived here
from Richmond Sunday morning nbout
1920 O'Clock. discovered a negro who had
stolen ride from Richmond, concealed
under one Of the trucks OF the cars. Cap
tain Ragland notified Police Officer Webb,
but when the latter approached the negro,
he jumped from his place of concealment
and ran of down the Norfolk and West
ern railroad. officer Webb fred bis
pistol off in the air, thinking II would
brighten the negro and cause him 10
stop. but, instead Of stopping, the negro
turned and fired at the officer with n
pistol the ball going through his coat
sleeve.
Cards are out for the marriage Of Mr..
William A. Bragg and Miss Bette Pat
terson, a daughter Of Captain John r.
Patterson, at the Second Presbyterian
church, on Wednesday week. Mr.. Bragg
Is a member Of the firm OF Stratton d
Bragg dealers in buggies, harness, SC,
OF this city, and Miss Patterson Is one
Of Petersburg's most accomplished and
attractive young ladies'
Mr.. Ernest a. Whitmore left tonight
for Los Angeles. Cal.
Mayor Charles +. Collier Is confined
10 the house from sickness.
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DANIEL ON THE STUMP.
NE ELOoUES7LY DISCUSSES STATE
AND NATIONAL ISSUES.
His speech at Campbell Court House
Urges Democrats Ia stand by 1heis
Coior.-fnierrupied by Populist.

LYNCHURG, VA, Oct. Especial
The announcement hat Senator Daniel
and Congressman John Allen. OF Missis-
sippi, would address the people OF Camp
bell. at Rustburg to-day attracted a
large crowd. Owing 10 a previous en-
gaeement in his native State the witty
statesman from the South did not put
In an appearance. much TO the regret OF
all present.
Rev Or. Felix. Of the First Baptist
church, OF this city. went down TO hear
the speaking. He was called on to open
the meeting with prayer. during which
he thanked God that the old Common
wealth is represented in the National
Senate by a man OF honestly conceived
opinions, and with courage enough 10
assert them.
Chairman Norman, OF the county
Democracy, presented the man so dear
10 the hearts OF the people he was 10
address,. and without the aid OF notes
I'm resonant ton, Senator Daniel address
ed the crowd from n stand on the court
green. He dld not conine himself strict
ly 10 State issues, but for nearly two
hours discussed, in his mastery man
ner, the politics Of his State and his
country, with great earnestness. He
urged the people OF Campbell. and his
neighbors and friends. 10 stand by their
colors and set forth in convincing style
the noteworthy achievements OF the Dem
ocratic party i'm Virginia on the question
OF purely States concern. He pointed
out the fact that the party was now
about 20 realize the full function Of its
hard fought but splendid victories, and
this was not q time 10 desert.
Referring to issues the senator discuss
cd the great questions now before the
American republic. The tariff. the cleo
ton bill. and the financial situation with
vigor and comprehensiveness He was
courteous and dcferential in his remarks
OF those who differed from him on the
currency question. but he defended his
position with great firmness and ELECTED
much applause from his hearers. He was
frequently interrupted by Or. Wash.
Evans. n Populist. but the latter got de-
cidedIy worsted every time. and finally
desisted
At the conclusion Of Senator Daniels
Evans mounted the stand. and
talked for an hour or more. He was
somewhat scattered IN his remarks. but
was clever. and frequently pungent
enough to arouse much applause from
thought that Major Daniels speech did
good. but the crowd was about evenly
divided between the Democrats and Pop
llists. large party Of Lynchburgers
attended the speaking.
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spEAKING Ar WTLLIAHsBURG.
win Of the Late Mr.. Y. Montague fho'np-
son Probated-A Valuable Estate.

WILLIAMSBURG. VA, Oct. Especial
Our County Court convened here to-
day Judge Sydney Smith presiding.
The special grand jury brought in
the following Indictments: Common
wealth VS. Edward Taylor. Fielding
Brown and the Rev. Boston, charged
with illuminating voters az the last
election. All OF these parties are col
ored. and the case excites much inter
est among their brethren.
When recess OF court came an an
nouncement was made for public speak
ing. and soon the sovereigns began 10
mi the courtroom. anxious 70 hear the
political issues Of the day discussed.
Mr.. Manly II. Barnes. Democratic can
didate for the Senate. took the stand, and
IA a clear and forcible manner expressed
his views upon the questions now agi-
tatlng the public mind. Al the conclu-
sion OF Mr.. Barnes speech, Mr. II. r..
Pollard delivered an address, which was
listened to with earnest attention. MIR.
Pollard made very favorable impress
sion.
Mr.. Richard C. Thompson. Of Washing
ton. y. c., to-day presented to the
court the last Will and testament Of his
uncle. the late =. Montague Thompson.
JOT PROBATE. ~ tUlfNHN VI Aif' f'|l
erty devised is $4,000, and consists Of
stocks, bonds and real estate.
The executor gave bond in the penal
~ Of 10000.
Memorial services were held yesterday
Afternoon I'm Bruton Episcopal church,
in honor Of the late p. Montague Thomp-
son, and were largely attended. 'eau-
tiful and touching address on the life
and character Of the deceased was de-
live-cd by the Rev. Lyman B. Wharton.
warm personal friend Of Mr.. Thomp-
cOu
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-10-10

Following are the entries at Morris
Park for to-day:
First race. 1-2 furlongs-Sirocco 1913.
Wah Jim III, Prince George 122. Tormen-
tor l2l, Little Billy liz, Minnehaha 100.
Lustre 100
Second race, SIS mile-Golden Dawn 10.
Radiator 10, Anawando 100. Hartford JOG.
Illusion 100. Belle Swift 81. Marie %. Nom
sense 81, On-the-Way 81. Lou Mathew 81.
Nelglen 81.
Third race. Mt. Vernon stakes. two
year-olds, "a mile-Sir Excess 12s. Wern-
berg l2l. Melody u.s. Tenacious 10, Pa
JUNE 1lO. Trinculo 10. Rolla 40, Long
brook 10, Hartford l0i. Tribute l0i. Po-
chino l0i, Rubicon 104.
Fourth race. Bronxdale Handicap. l
mile-Dr. Hasbrouck 121, Stonenell ll6.
Reckon 10. Mary Stone 100 Dr.. Rice lO4
Charade i35. Pickpocket 1O2. Lizzie S.,
St Maxim So
Fifth rice, / f-16 mile-Reckon i07, Henry
Young log. Lizzie l0i.
Sixth race, selling. / mile-Madrid los.
Now or Never 107. Copyright l02, Kilden
100, Bolero %. Addie 90. Sarah Ramey 50,
Nero "a. Henry Young S.
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Politics in Caroline.

BOWLING GREEN, VA, Oct 9.-Spec-
ial.-County court was in session to-day.
A large crowd was in attendance. Po-
itical speaking was the order Of the day.
Mr.. Harris. Of the Virginia Sun, deliver
ed a lengthy speech in favor Of the Third
party.
At the conclusion of Mr.. Harris speech,
Mr.. Hunter Mr.. Kicks and Mr.. McCauley
made short speeches in the interest OF
the Third party. They were followed by
DR.. QCesenbury and MIR. r. b. Merchant,
who made telling Democratic addresses.
Mr.. Kicks, the Third party candidate
for the House was present and said he
has not declined TO run, but was in the
field TO stay.
1t is safe 10 say that the crowd was
largely in favor Of Democracy and that
DR.. Quesenbury will certainly be elected.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-10-10
Pickett Camp.

Pickett Camp had its regular weekly
meeting IN Smiths Hall last evening
with Colonel r. n. Northen In the chalr.
An invitation was received to attend
church ON Sunday evening next at Cen
trail Methodist church I'm Manchester,
when Rev. Mr.. Walden VIII preach the
sermon. The invitation was accepted,
and the camp VIII assemble at seven
o'clock that evening at the residence Of
Comrade Scott Gibbs, corner OF Ninth
and cambridge streets.
The following new members were elect
ed: W. W. Toler, Of Morrison's Battery;
Captain Edmond r. Cooke. 18th Virginia
Infantry: r. b. Wilson LIST Virginia In
fantry; r. W. Haw. 18th Virginia Infan-
try.
A committee was appointed to purchase
designs for the officers Of the camp.
The Committee on Pickett Camp Cot
tage was requested TO meet on Friday
next to prepare report to be submitted
20 the Camp at the next meeting.
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TrEiII Catholic Union.

A regular literary meeting Of the McGill
Catholic Union was held last night in the
rooms of the Union. The programme was
an exceedingly interesting one. consisting
Of two solos by Mr.. Edgar a short bUt
entertaining talk on his visit TO the
Worlds Fair by Rev. Father McKeefy,
and similar talk by Mr.. Reddy, describ-
ing his recent trip TO Ireland, the whole
concluding with a chorus by the Unions
Glee Club This latter has become a reg
ular feature of the Society and, contain
ing as IT does many good voices. bids fair,
under the supervision Of Mr.. J. l.. Sui
Ivan. TO attain q considerable degree of
success.
The meeting was largely attended.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-10-10

L have, at last. a servant girl that suits
remarked q matrOn who had long Under
gone the usual urban trials with nelp
She is neat-handed, swift ana inteln-
gent She has no followers or alleged
relatives 10 crowd my kitchen at nlgnt
and hold mixed-ale parties. she goes 10
church In the evening instead or at dawn.
She is respectful and obedient, ana mas
quiet dignity that demands respect IN
return. In addition she is young, pretty
and ambitious. And how do you tninK
she spends her leisure timey STUDYING
law. j met her at Vermont farm
house where we summered. New YORK
Sun.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-10-10
Charged with SeriouS OTenses,

a negro named John Robinson was yes
terday arrested by Officer Yarbrough,
on the charge Of unlawfully taking away
Rosa Carter. a colored girl. twelve years
Of age, for no good purposes. under pre-
tence Of marriage. Robinson was also
charged with attempting 20 commit an
unlawful assault upon Mamie Jackson,
sister OF Giles Jackson, the colorad law
yer. The offence is alleged TO have been
committed on May 18th last. Robinson
was lodged in the Third police station.
and will have a. hearing at the Police
Court this morning.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-10-10

rected It's Committee on Rivers. Harpors
and Channels TO memorabilia Congress
to appropriate the amount necessary 10
deepen the channel OF the Elizabeth river
to twenty-eight feet, with width OF
100 feet from Hampton Roads to the
Norfolk Navy Yard: also that the presi-
dent of the Chamber proceed to WASH
ington and request Mr.. Tyler and SEN
ators Daniel and Hunton to present the
memorial TO the House and Senate. TINS
action grew out OF the recent statement
OF Capain Phillips that the New YORK
could not get 10 Norfolk for repairs,
which has been denied In the public print
by Captain Edwards, president OF the
Pilot association.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-10-10

ply ana oemand as appleu W
souls.
The St. Johns German Lutheran Chur.h
on Sunday celebrated It's hftieth anni
versary In very impressive hlaAi
In the morning ut $50 o'clock approptI-
ate services were held in the Sunday
school room, where addresses were Hlaus
by the pastor, Rev. p. l.. Menzel, anu
the Revs. Huber and Burkhart, OF Bal
timore.
AZ II o'clock the jubilee services were
held In the church, and the jubilee sermon
was preached by the Rev. Edward huber
the former pastor Of st. Johns church'
A history Of the church from us Degin-
ming in 1888 was read by the pastor rev.
+. l.. Mcneil. The choir. under the lead
ership OF Professor Louis r. 1de' rem
dered in excellent style Haydn's creation,
THE Heavens are Telling" and Praise
Ye the Lord" by Dudley Buck.
In the evening at 7:30 o'clock the Rev
Mr.. Burkhart, Of Baltimore. preached
the jubilee sermon, and additional adj
dresses were made by Pastor Mcneil
and Mr.. Henry g. Miller, president OF the
church. The choir again rendered some
beautiful music, and Mr.. Charles W.
Phillips sang the tenor solo by Millard
Come to the Saviour" In the morning
as well as in the evening the church was
crowded to Its utmost capacity.
At the close Of the evening service
on Sunday Mr.. II. G.. Miller. on behalf
Of the congregation. presented Rev. Paul
l.. Mcneil with an appropriate testimonial.
This occasion was selected for the rea-
son that Mr.. Menzel celebrated at the
same time the twenty-fifth anniversary
Of his ordination as minister.
Yesterday afternoon the celebration was
continued In the lecture room Of the
church. from to Z o'clock and these
hours were spent by. all in harmonious
sociahility. a number Of tables were
spread and the ladies Of the various
church organizations had prepared an
inviting collation., which was freely in
dulged in by the visitors.
Revs. Ed Hubert and p. n. Burkhart
will return this morning TO Baltimore.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-10-10
Facts and fancies.

Lord Beaumont, who succeeded TO the
title on the death of his late brother, and
who has Travelled his country over with
the avowed purpose of marrying an heir
ess, is descended from the last king or
Jerusalem.
The original Adams homestead, in Gum
cey, Mass, the birthplace OF Washing
tons successor is occupied by a gentle
man and lady from Sicily, II Is stated,
who take boarders numerously and nave
converted the garnet into chicken roost.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-10-10
Professor ChrlsfIan m

Information has been received ,,,.
Professor John T.. Christian. OF tba v.-
ginia Agricultural and Mechanical co,,.--
at Biacksburg, is critically m He b..
been in declining health for se,s,'i
months.
Professor CHRISTIAN has occupls8 -.
chair Of mathematics In thai ins,.i-,,,-
since its foundation. and was OBI, M ,s.
most popular educators an the State
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-10-10
To Receive the flednl

On October 10Th the Board Of Worlds
Fair Managers will hold a eeting at
Colonel Buford' office. and among other
business 10 be transacted will be the
formal receipt Of the medal awarded the
Virginia State building. as a reproduction
Of Mt. Vernon. Washingtons home, by
the jury Of awards on liberal arts This
building, which has attracted universal
attention at the Worlds Fair. was repro
duced from the drawings and reliefs
arranged by Captain Edeerton 5. Rogers
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-10-10
Useful for fynevr.ter Pract,c..

Pack my box with five dozen LIQUOR
jugs" is the shortest sentence which
contains every letter In the alphabet
says the Rochester Post-Express. Yet
In II are three o's, three Is and two e's,
and in all 90 letters.
shorter one ia this: Write q, b. c. d,
(. g. h. J. |, X. m, o. q. 9, u. v. X. y. e."
In that there are all the letters OF the
alphabet. and no more. without any re-
peated.-Brooklyn Eagle.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-10-10
After The Ball Mns Over.

Some darkies had ball last night In
Penitentiary Bottom. and about the time
the festivities were closing a razor play
ed a prominent part. William Hackett
was stabbed in the neck and the Rmbu-
lance was called to Fourth and Canal
10 take him 10 the almshouse,
He died, however. before he got there
Three dusky maidens are now at the
Second police-statiou. charged with the
murder. Hackett was apparently about
twenty-five years old.
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GENERAL fITz LEr ar ROANOKE.
He Declines to Discuss His Candidacy for
the senate-Other alters.


ROANOKE, VA. Oct. Especial
General Fitzhugh Lee arrived here this
evening from Fincastie. the county-seat
of Botetourt. where ne spoke WITH Major
Flood. OF Appomattox. and Senator Charles
=. Jones. OF Highland, this morning
TO a large and enthusiastic audience.
The General represents the Botetourt
Democracy as in good hghting trim, but
declined TO talk about his candidacy for
the Senate. lie will speak here tomorrow
night, and an effort will be made 20 get
Hon. NJ Mccormick who arrived here to-
day. and Hon. Waller II. Staples, OF
Montgomery, to speak also.
IL. NJ. Darnall, assistant secretary and
treasurer OF the Roanoke Trust, Loan
ana safe Deposit Company, and author
OF the proposition TO organize the Virginia
BANKERS Association IN Richmond left
Tor that city tonight TO arrange for the
convention or BANKERS, which VIII meet
In the Chamber OF Commerce Wednesday
Mr.. Darnan, whose headquarters will be
at the Exchange. says the Indications
point 10 large attendance.
A gentleman who arrived here from
Richmond to-day. says he saw Fleming
Loving, the First National Bangs AZ.
Noo'.ANAg Nu the streets there
last night. Friends have wired him 10
return here. assuring him that there win
be no prosecution.
ID. III. Mitchell. who killed Noel c
Dyer by cutting his throat with a knife
Friday morning. was sent TO the grand
Jury to-day 70 answer the charge of
murder.
captain w. II. Lookabili. an old Nor
toix and Western conductor. was notified
!" me Treasury Department to-day OF
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-10-10
An EncOnra ing Rennrt

The Board OF Managers Of 81.
Dtspensary. General and Emergency ~
piial, have submitted 10 their co1,-i,.'
tors a report Of the work done IN I'M. =.
sti.ution during tho past four p,o,. 'l'
from June list 10 October list. 1No st'
ing the amount Of suffering that b,s i'.''
relieved free OF charge. There havs b.
during that period 403 patients tr.,..,
1903 visits have been paid, patients b...,
been received at the hospital 90.
lions have been performed and ma r-.
scriptions compounded. ~
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Abatement Mt Duri ant

DURHAM, n. c.. Oct s.-W a. Slater
& Co., ciothiers and gents furnishing
goods here. made an assignment this
morning for the benefit Of their creditors.
Junus Parker, an attorney Is
named as the trustee.
No statement as to liabilities and assets
could be secured for publication to-day.
It Is thought this popular firms troubles
are merely temporary.
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A Coming Church ain Wedding.

Mr. J. F. Jackson. Of the Southern
Planter. and Mrs. Jackson, have issued
invitations to their friends to attend the
marriage Of their daughter, Miss Eliza
beth Prestly Jackson. 20 Mr. Walford
Wharton Hardwicke. The ceremony will
take place at st. Johns Episcopal church
on Wednesday evening, October 18th, at
o'clock
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-10-10

his appointment as internal revenue
store-keeper and gauger.
Alice folly and Kate Hogan. two white
women. were locked Up to-day on the
charge OF firing the premises at s23 Rail-
road avenue yesterday,
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-10-10
Their Silver Wedding.

Mr.. George T. Mattern. a well know,
member Of the police force. and W-s
Mattern on Sunday afternoon celebrated
their silver wedding az their resder,s
No. 40 east Leigh street. quite a number
OF friends called during the evening ana
offered their congratulations.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-10-10
Political Notes.

state Chairman Ellyson went to Ras.
ford yesterday 70 confer with tho h.
oeratic leaders In the Fifth and Nina
districts.
The City Democratic Committee om
meet tonight and every Tuesday r.,s,
hereafter until the close OF the campaI.r
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-10-10

Miss Adelaide Wescott will give n
lecture I'm the large hall OF the Young
Mems Christian Association this evening.
Her subject will be New York" and
the lecture win be FOR the benht of the
First Baptist church.
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AMUsEsIENrs.

4, o AND CARRY SOMEBODY TO THE
u elegant entertainment at the Young
Mems Christian Association THIS Crues-
day. EVENING at s:l5 O'Clock, under the
auspices OF the YOUNG LADIES Mis-
SIONARY ASSOCIATION OF the First
Baptist church. Good musical pIV-
gramme Miss Adelaide Wesc0tt, the
charming monologue artist Of New YORK,
will recite. Admission - cents; reserves
seats 25c. extra. Tickets may be procufeu
OF NJ. T. COFER, on Broad street
OciO-1t
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LEGAL PROFESSION.

I AMES LYONS,
81 ATTORNEY AND COUNSELLOR
AT LAW
claw Office No. , State Bank Building
Telephone 734, Postonice Box 2Gy,
Richmond, Na.J
practices In all the State and United
States Courts in Richmond. Deeds and
WIS carefully prepared Acknowl-
edgements and depOsitiOns taken. COL
lections promptly made and RENTED.
Je2S-ly
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MILLINERY.

@~-~~-~~~-~-N-~-"-n-~
A GRAND MILLINERT OPENING, n
n Wednesday. Thursday and Friday. ~
October iith 18th and 18th, al my NEW
LADIES BAZAA r.. No. 2O6 n. Fifth ST.
Che old stand Of Fourqurean Price Coz
The ladies' are cordially invited No cards
ocS-su6u MRS. J., B. MORRIS
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-10-10

Chilly for your coachman in bis 2ht
Livery. Immediate delivery and ao-
solute satisfaction are virtues or osl
the servants.
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"After tho lSall."

Bob" Graham. who made a big hit
as General KnickerbOcller fin the opera
of the Little Tycoon" will be Mt the
Academy tonight and tomorrow natl
nee and night. in his new piece, after
the Ball" This piece is said TO rive
Mr.. Graham better opportunities than
anything that he has yet appeared IN.
The complications are said to be very
funny, and Mr.. Graham is well-inown
as a fun-maker. His company is said
10 be a very capable one. After so many
farce comedies, this viii be warmly well
coined, and viii no doubt play TO large
houses
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-10-10

No other house DOES-EYER DID Or
EVER WILLS sell such sterling Qualiii. a,
such LOW PRICES as WE quote.
SAKS AND COMPANY