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Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-04-16

The countrymen of Peter Wassel, alias
Terrible Pete" who is in jail for mur-
der, say that the Russian government
has forwarded papers of extradition to
take Pete to Russia to answer IL charge
OF poisoning his first wife in that coun-
try. District Attorney Fell said he has
not received such papers yet, and the
ear will have to wait until this county
tries him for shooting Frank Kuper-
savage at Georgetown last January.
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-04-16

John McMonigal, a former resident of
old Buck Mountain, died on Sunday last
at Weatherly, aged about SO years. He
was brother-in-law of Mrs. Daniel Nc
Monigal, of old Buck Mountain, and
was widely known throughout the region.
He was born at Mount Charles, County
Donegal, Ireland, and came to America
when quite young.
The funeral took place at go o'clock
yesterday morning. Interment was
made in Laurytown cemetery.
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-04-16
Coal Land Valuation Reduced.

The hearing in the Lehigh Coal and
Navigation Company's appeal from the
valuation of its Carbon county coal lands
was concluded on Saturday by Judge
Albright handing down Il decree in
which he reduces the valuation made by
the county commissioners from 81 ,049,-
500 to 81 1876, 900.
The valuation of this same property
in the previous triennial assessment was
only S45o,ooo.
This ends the contention over the re-
adjustment of land values in the county
that has been in progress since the tri-
ennial assessment of 1895.
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-04-16
Beware of Ointments for Catarrh

that contain mercury, as mercury will
surely destroy the sense of smell and
completely derange the whole system
when entering it through the mucous
surfaces. Such articles should never be
used except on prescriptions from rcput-
able physicians, as the damage they will
do is ten-fold to the good You can possi-
bly, derive from them. Halls Catarrh
Cure, manufactured by f. J. Cheney &
Co., Toledo, O., contains no mercury,
and is taken internally, acting directly
upon the blood and mucous surfaces of
the system. In buying Halls Catarrh
Cure be sure you get the genuine 1t is
taken internally, and made in Toledo,
Ohio, by f. j. Cheney & Co. Testi-
monials free.
Us Sold by druggists; price, 75c bottle.
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-04-16
Thought He Was Going to Skip.

Nicholas Bellezza, who was implicated
in the blowing up of Mateo Gerad's
house in Hazleton with dynamite, and
who was released on 81 800 bail, was re-
arrested and taken to the county Jail.
1t was reported that Bellezza was pre-
pairing to leave this neighborhood, and
his bondsmen surrendered him to the
authorities
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-04-16
When Baby was sick, we gave her Castoria.
When she was a Child, she cried for Castoria.
When she became Miss, she chung to Castoria-
When she had Children, she gave them Castoria
PLEASURE CALENDAR.

April 1s.-Fair of Division 20, A. o. H.,
at Eckley.
April 20.-Ball of Travellers Athletic
Association, at Yannes opera house.
Admission, so cents
May 20.-Ball of the Fearnots Athletic
Association, at Cross Creek hall. Ad-
mission, 80 cents.
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-04-16

II. w. Montgomery, florist, store 81
West Broad street, greenhouses corner
Church and Second streets, Hazleton.
Full stock of bedding and decorative
plants. Special prices to all purchasers
from Freeland and vicinity.
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-04-16
Baptist Church Notes.

Services will be held on Sunday next
at the English Baptist church as fol-
lows: Morning, 1890 o'clock, subject,
the Christian Church, Its Foundation,
Proprietor, Builder and Its Perpetuity;'
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-04-16

The good will of wholesale liquor IL
cense in Freeland borough is offered for
sale or can be rented. Apply at the
TRIBUNE Office.
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-04-16
Notice.

The miners examining board of this
district will meet at William jenkins
hotel, Freeland, at 7.30 p. m, on Tues
day, April q, to examine applicants for
miners certificates.
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-04-16

A pair of Wear Well shoes will outlast
anything bought at the same price.
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-04-16

The Twentieth Century" shoe is the
ladies favorite. At the Wear Well only.
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-04-16

s1.5o year is all the TRIBUNE costs
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-04-16
.2.1)c

Will buy a nobby Golf Cap
in any shade you like. For
4oc we will give you a little
better quality.
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-04-16
::0!c

The fine laundered Percale
Shirts, which we sold till now
for 4ec, are reduced to 800.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09
PETER RUFFING DEAD.

DIED-On Tuesday morning. Decem-
Der 1. 1896, of pneumonia fever, at his
home IN Lake Creek precinct, William
son county, Illinois, aged SO years, 8
months and % days. -
The deceased was born in GERMANY.
He came to this country when three
years old resided with his parents in
Columbus. Ohio until he enlisted in
the ARMY in which he served three
years. He was devoted member of
the Lutheran church, being confirmed
In 1853 at Columbus, where he retain
ed membership until death.
He leaves wife and tour children
two sons and two daughters-to mourn
him. He was loving and considerable
husband. a kind and indulgent father
and departed this life at peace with his
Maker and all mankind.
He was buried with appropriate re-
ligious ceremonies surrounded by a
large assemblage of neighbors and
friends. all of whom expressed their
heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved
famlly. A FRIEND.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09
DriftWood School Literary.

On Thanksgiving night Driftwood
school district No. 81 held spelling
school and literary. Program follows:
The Presidents Proclamation, by Myrtle
Jarvis.
Address of welcome, by Fannie Allen.
Song, Games of Childhood"
Declarations by Maud Bunk, Birdie Jarvis,
Cecil Maloy, Laura Good. Fannie Allen. Marcia
Jarvis. Birdie Bunk, Byron Stoyer, Jay Jar
Wis, Efie Good,
Song, Sleepy Head" by the little folks.
Declarations by Clarence Allen, Maud
Jarvis, Clsrence Naloy. David Bunk, Glen
Jarvis, Will Jarvis, Myrtle Bunk
Song. "Old and Only in the Way"
Declarations by Myrtle Jarvis, Johnnie
Maloy, Johnnie Allen, Roy Maloy, Harper
Jarvis, concert dec. by the little folks, Bro.
Balm.
Song, by Messrs. Nelson and Simpson.
Declarations by ]. r. Slower, Blair Jarvis,
leila Bunk, Maud Allen.
Song, THE New Church Organ"
Declarations by Porter Slower, Mary Good,
e. G. Slower; dialogue, Then Wonderful
Eggs"
Closing address by Maud Jarvis.
After recess Dist. Clerk W. R. Maloy made
short address. Every scholar took part in
the program. School progressing fine. We
extend an invitation to all interested in our
school to call. E. G. SLOWER, Teacher
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09
See Woodward for dry goods and gro
TEACHERS ASSOCIATION.

The Lake City teachers association
will meet at Lake City Saturday, Dec
20. The following is the program az
prepared by the committee:
Charley Larkin, Attendance and Punctuality
in the District School." -Discussion, Maggi,
Clement, Sanford Smart.
Mr.. Wells, Communication in School."-Dis
cussion, o. r. Stevens j. e. Thomas
Earnest Taylor. Securing and Holding After
ton in School. "-Discussion, W. Fl. Rosen
berry and Kate Clancy.
j. NJ. Doan, VALUE of the Teachers Associa
tion."-Discussion, Charley Eek, Flo Tilbury
Miss Irma Evans, 'How to Grade a District
School. Bernice Woodward. M
f. Stewart.
Frank Hayes. Literary Exercises in the Pub.
lie School."-Discussion Frank Mccoy, Eva
Tedrow.
Determinations from Mingona, Forest City, Sun
City and Fairview Schools
Its hoped that all on the program will
be in attendance, but in case any may
not be able to attend they are requested
to send in their paper at least three
days prior to the meeting.
MRS. NELLIE BREWER, Sec'y.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09
Call for Horticultural Organization.

To all persons interested in horti-
culture, whether you are farmer,
gardner, nurseryman, huckster, pro-
duce handler or fruit shipper; if you
love the cause of the big red apple, -
you are hereby called to meet at Medi-
cine Lodge, Saturday, December 10, at
2 O'Clock p. M, for the purpose of or
ganizing Horticultural society. Re-
alIziug that all who do not belong to a
Horticultural society must, in a great
measure, Ego it alone" and it will cost
him more than those who do. His
knowledge must come from costly ex-
perience. You will be greatly surprised
at the information that will come in
for your benefit from the citizens
now hid under bushel William RI
Barnes. acting secretary of the State
horticultural society, has promised to
be with US to assist in organizing.
A. G. BLACKMORE.
M.P.DEWITT.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09
A GREAT 0P P0RTUNITY.

We give away absolutely free of cost,
for limited time only, The Peoples
Common Sense Medical Adviser. by r.
V. Pierce, NJ. D., Chief Consulting
Ply stefan to the Invalids' Hotel and
Surgical Institute, book of zoos large
pages, profuseIy illustrated, bound in
strong paper covers to any one sending
81 cents in one-cent stamps, to cover
cost of mailing only. Over $50. 900 cop
les of this complete family Doctor Book
already sold In cloth binding at regular
price of S1.5O. Worlds Dispensary
Medical Association, Buffalo, n. Y.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09
THE cRY OF I'm CUBAN.


BY Sharon township schoolboy, Is year,
Id.
A little way to the southwark,
Scarcely forty leagues from our coast.
Lies the little Island of Cuba,
Once Spain's great pride and boast.
In the jungles of this island
Lives daring and gallant band,
Who, with Maceo and Gomez for leaders.
Are making valiant stand.
Though put to the rack and the torture
They ne'er can be made to complain;
I'LL body and life have been wasted.
They will never be CONQUERED by Spain.
Though Weyler may swagger and buster.
Their spirits viii never decline;
While single man they can muster.
They will spill the Spaniards' red wine.
With hopeful hearts they are waiting
For their brethren over the strait
To give them an eQael position
With the hated Spanish State.
o, sons and lovers of freedom,
Don't you hear the Cubans' cry?
viii you see these brave men dying,
While you only stand idly by?
If you still remember your fathers
Who severed Great Britain's power.
Give aid and comfort to Cuba,
In her dark and trying hour.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09
PROGRAM
..fOr Teachers Meeting.
TO BE HELD AT
KioHa, Saturday, December 10, 1896

1000 A. NJ. Music by High School Chorus.
1nvocation-Rev. Everett.
Declamat.on-Pupil of Kiowa School.
The Ideal course in Observation-Disclosures Slower.
Dfscussion-Miss Maggie Virgins and Miss
Margaret Keller.
General Discussion.
Ethical Culture in Common School. p.
Wallace-Discussion, G. R. Cecil, MISS Sarah
woodward. General Discussion.
Current Events-Prof. L. T. Wilson-Dis.
cussion, E. E. Hagerman, W. d. Moriarty.
General Discussion
Declamation-Pupil of Hazelton School.
NOON.
1:30-Song by High School Chorus.
Public Schools and what Should be Expect
ed of Them-O. p. 7. Ewell, clerk of Kiowa
school board. Discussion, w. C. Afford. clerk
of Hazelton school board.
DeclamatiOn-Pupil of District 81
The Influence of Religion on the Life of Ma
dons-Prof. c. G. Aesserley. Discussion. Rev.
Everett.
Music and Elocution-Prof. Kenwell Dis
cussion. Miss Addie Rumsey, Miss Ada Herr.
General Discussion.
Declamation-Pupil of District No. IL.
How to Teach Primary Geography-Miss
Ada Shilling. Discussion. Lizzie Patton, Mics
Jennie McGregor. General Discussion.
Deciamation-Pupil of Kiowa School.
Miscellany.
Adjournment.
In the evening an essay contest by
the teachers of Barber county will take
place with prizes to- be awarded. The
first prize is gold medal; the second
Tennyson's Poems bound in leather;
third, LoDgfellow's Poems. This prom
ises to be highly entertaining.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

G. .. Lang, the composer of the
most popular song of the day, I'm the
Shadow of the Plnes," has sent us a
new song, "Say not Goodbye" We
predict for it larger sale than I'm the
Shadow" 1t is simply beautiful, easy
to play, melodious, and perfect adap-
tatlon of exquisite words to delight
full melody. We recommend our read
ers to send for copy. The publish
ers, Legg Bros, zoos Walnut St., Kan
sas City, Mo-. are making a special
price of 25c per copy. To any of our
readers who have not already SIN the
Shadow of the Pines they will send
one copy of each for so cents.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

The Bazaar to be given by the ladies of
the Baptist church will open December
Is and continue for three days. There
will be on sale many beautiful and USE
full articles which have been collected
from the friends of the members of the
society, living In many different states.
These articles have been contributed
ratuit ously and will be sold at reason.
able prices. n different program will
be given each evening, consisting of
drills, trades display, baby show and
music by the colored jubilee singers.
male quartette and instrumental selec-
tlons. The Bazaar will be held in the
Opera House Block. Mrs. w. e. Sell
lers, Pres.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

Talk about Charity! There is a
young man at Kiowa who, after having
two pairs of gloves stolen from his ov.
ercoat pockets, inserted notice in the
Review inviting the thief to come back
and get his coat, shirt, hat and pants.
1t is to be presumed that this is all the
wearing apparel he had left or he
would have invited his somewhat un.
grateful and silent partner to walk in
and help himself.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

a. w. Munich was up from Cedar
township last Thursday, paying taxes
and while here he didn't forget to call
and renew his subscription. Mr..
Munich has been a reader of the INDEX
for IA years and says it has become one
of the necessaries of his, househould.
Mr.. Munich does not come 10 the conn
ty seat often but whenever he does
come he is a welcome INDEX visitor.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

Mr.. G. NJ. Dixon, a well known mer-
chant OF Pleasant Ridge, Fulton Co.,
Pa, has little Sirl who Is frequently
threatened with Group, but when the
first symptoms appear, his wife gives
her Chamberlain's Cough Remedy,
which always affords prompt relief.
The 25 and so cent sizes for sale by j. R.
Young Drug Co.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

The citizens of Kiowa mourn the
death of Mrs. Bette s. CLOUD, wife of
DR.. A. S. Cloud, on Monday, Novem-
Der SOth. Mrs. Cloud was woman Of
worth and esteem who had many
friends In the county. She leaves q
husband and two sons to mourn her
loss, who have the sympathy of their
numerous friends.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09
THE BAZAAR.

The Bazaar to be held by the ladies of
the Baptist church opens Tuesday af-
ternnoon, December Is, in the Harmon
store room. A large assortment of
fancy and useful articles, made by the
ladies, and donated by their friends in
all parts of the country, Will be on sale.
TUESDAY EVENING.
Trades display-a representation of the bus
mess interests of the city.
Duet, Messers Gibbs and Withers.
Chorus, Can You Stand on Your Head?''-
BY four little girls.
Recitation, Miss Lucy woodiu.
instrumental music Mrs. A. D. Shaw.
Solo, guitar accompaniment. CT. Bramwell
Chorus, by the Colored Jubilee Singers.
WEDNESDAY EVENING.
instrumental music, Waldron Chase and T
G. Walstad
Song by male quartette. C. L. Bramwell, F.
K. Read, j. B. Gano, c. q. Messerley.
Lily drill, by eighteen little girls, conducted
by Miss Woodin.
Recitation, Miss Gertrude Ellis.
Vocal duet, Mrs. A. LDNoble and Miss Flor
ence williams.
Recitation, Miss Lizzie McCleary
instrumental music, Mrs. Clark Rackley.
THURSDAY EVENING,
Instrumental music, Misses Knight and
Stevens.
Exhibition of babies. All children entering
must be under Is months old, ribbon to be
awarded to finest all around baby.
instrumental music, Mr.. George Eckert
Vocal duet, Mrs. Reutlinger and Miss Belts.
Recitation. Miss Myrtle Cook
Suniower concert py the little girls, conduct
ed by Mrs. j. L. Brady.
Instrumental solos and duets by Mrs. Brady's
music class.
Refreshments will be served each evening.
Admission ten cents, season tickets, fifty
cents.
Those taking part in Trades display please
meet at the Opera House block Saturday ev-
ening at 1880.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

A twelve-pound boy baby was born
to Mr.. and Mrs. L. NJ. Axline on last
Friday morning. Lutte says he is a
chip out of the old block and a regular
Mckinley and prosperity, 373 cent ba-
by. This citation on the part of our
friend, AxliDe, explains the reason why
the Burke matter has almost sunk into
oblivion
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

We regret to announce that our old
friend, q. w. Wilson of McAdoo town
ship, in company with his brother,
Leander Wilson, of Nickerscn. is pre-
pairing to leave for the Indian country
to make his future residence. There
are few better men than Charley Will
son and his value as citizen has often
been proved during the long time that
he has lived in Barber county. The
INDEX deplores his departure but wish
es him success in his new location.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

1t you want to buy Christmas pres
ent that will be appreciated. go to Luz
aliens confectionery on North Main
street and get nice box of fine can
dies-any or all varieties. Good, fresh
goods. No old stock on hand.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

After hearing some friends continu-
ally praising Chamberlain's Collie Chol-
era and Diarrhoea Remedy, Curtis
fleck, OF Anaheim, Cal, purchased a
bottle of it for his own use and is now
as enthusiastic over its wonderful work
as anyone can be. The Is and SO cent
sizes for sale by j. II. Young Drug Co.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

Elsewhere we publish an account of
the death of Peter Ruffing by a friend.
MIR. Ruffing was citizen of Barber
county some years ago and has many
friends who extend their sincere SYM
pathy to the family of the deceased.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

We are in receipt Of an invitation to
attend Grand Ball at Kiowa to be
given on Friday night, December 25th.
The people of Kiowa always make such
occasions as these highly enjoyable and
entertaining as we'll as successful.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

A foot ball game on the ball grounds
west of town on Saturday between
the school club and a picked club re-
suited in victory for the former in a
score of 8 to 4. We understand the
boys Will play the Kiowa school club
in the near future
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

y. w. Hendee, chairman of the Peo-
pies party congressional committee of
the Seventh District, came In from
Hutchinson on Monday. He spent the
night with Hon. Jerry Simpson and
left yesterday.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

The Free Methodist hall east of this
office is undergoing some necessary re-
pairs preparatory to holding a revival
meeting shortly.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

Hon. A. j. Titus, state senator, and
Isaac Coslett, both of Harper county
were in the city last Wednesday. Mr.
Coslett returned home the same day
but Senator Titus spent the night with
Hon. Harry Lands and family in
Moore township and took the train at
KiOwa the following day.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

For SALE-Three good mich cows,
one'half Jersey, perfectly gentle and
just come fresh. Call and see them at
my place in Medicine Lodge.-Wm. +.
Williams.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

There will be no services at the Bap-
list church next Sunday. Rev. Cain
IS absent at present, visiting with his
home folks in Iowa.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

Your wife, sweetheart, or children
will appreciate nice box of candies
more than anything else as a Christ
mas present. 60 to John Luallen's
confectionery. he has just what you
want.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

There will be Christmas Tree at the
Christian church for the benefit of the
children. Everybody invited to come
and have good time. Ada Moore,
Sec'y.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

Otis Lorton is booming Tom McNeal
through the columns of the Linn Coun-
ty Republic, for internal revenue col
lector. How these ex-Medicineites do
stand together.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

The "Pringles" completed their
weeks engagement in our city last Sat-
urday night. They went to Klowa on
Monday where they remain three days
after which they will play at Anthony.
Wherever they go we can recommend
them as first class company aid nice,
cordial people. We hope they will
make it convenient to return to our
city at some time in the future.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

DR.. Pitcher, the famous Cowley coun-
ty Dr., was in the city on Saturday.
During his stay here he was the guest
of Hon. II. S. Lands.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

The Epworth League will give pie
social IN the dining room of the Central
Hotel on Thursday evening, december
III. A great big piece of pie and great
big glass of milk all for q nickel.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1896-12-09

Taxes became due on November LIST
and can be paid without penalty at any
time on or before December 90. If all
are paid on or before December 20 a
small rebate is allowed. If one-half is
paid, the other half can be paid at any
time between December 20. 1896 and
June 20. 1897, without penalty. If none
is paid on or before December 20, the
whole becomes due and bears S per
cent. interest and if not paid before
June 20, an additional 5 per cent. at
taches. The land is advertised in July
and August and sold in September.
The certificate bears Is per cent. In,
terest and deed is issued after three
years of sale, and the same becomes alb.
solute years after the deed is recorded.
1t one half of the personal tax is un.
paid after December 20, the whole be-
comes due and five per cent penalty
attaches and if not paid before January
10 a tax warrant will be issued for the
full amount and placed in the sheriff
hands for collection. This will neces-
state additional costs which the tax
payer foots up. Taxpayers should be
careful TO look after this matter. If
you can't pay all your taxes, be sure to
pay at least the first half of the person
al taxes before December 20. It will
save you money, time and trouble. Go
to the treasurer's office before the last
few days when the treasurer is not too
busily engaged to wait on you. It will
accommodate both yourself and the
treasury officials.