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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08

NORTH WEST ALEXANDRIA.-The
annual meeting of the stockholders of
the North West Alexandria Improve
ment Company was held at the office
of the company in this City to day. MIR. j.
NJ. Johnson was called to the chair and
Mr.. J. e. Smoot acted as secretary.
Reports OF President G. r. Hill, Treas
urer G.. w. Fisher and General Man.
ayer r. F. Knox were presented. 1t
seems that since the organization of the
company $50 600 has been paid for land,
improvements. SC, and the company
now has q debt Of SIT 500. 1t was
stated by the general manager that if
the plan adopted by the directors was
carried out, i. O., that stockholders ex-
change their stock for lots and pay 20
per cent. of the fixed value OF these lots,
about 81 900 would be raised and then
the debt would be reduced to $4,000,
which the company could carry and
wait till better times when the value OF
the lots in North West Alexandria
would be enhanced.
A full discussion of the affairs OF the
company Was had and it was shown
that the debts of the company mus. be
paid as soon as possible and that to do
so the property must be sold.
The following resolutions, offered by
Messrs. G.. Il. Hill and A. G. Uhler, 70
spectively, were adopted:
That the action of the board of di-
rectors in issuing their circular provid-
ing for an auction sale of the proper
ty on June 18th be ratified and adopt
ed.
That the board of directors be au-
thorized to accept any proposition look
ing to the liquidation of the indebted
ness of the county which may be sub
mitted up to and including the 18th of
June and if so the sale be set aside.
The following officers and directors
were reelected, Mr.. Hellmuth taking
the place of the late Mr.. F. f. Corbett:
G.. Il. Hill, president; r. F. Knox, sec
rotary and manager, and G. W. Fisher,
treasurer, together with Messrs. n.
Lindsey, Worth Hulfsh, A. G. Uhler,
J. G. Smoot, Jos. Broadus and w. b..
Hellmuth directors.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08

l Lot OF Lawns &c. Now &c.
l Lot of Lawns, &c. Now SC.
Lot of Lawns Sc. Now &c.
Los of Lawns, 12c. Now 1Oc.
Lot OF Lawns, 15c. Nov 12c.
25c Figured Orgsndies. Now 20c.
3Oc Figured Organizes. Now 25c.
Another lot of new Shirt Waists, which we
are going to sell at 40, 80, 10 and S9c. from
leading manufacturer All we ask is that
you come In and look at them and be con.
WINGED that they are the incest made waists
for the price you have ever seen.
Handsome Brocaded Batiste light colors
with solid stripes, newest thing out for La
dies Shirt Waists, 36 inches wide, sell at
and 1Sc. We are going to sell them at 121bc
Another lot Of 36.inch Percales, at Sc.
Striped snd Figured Ducks for Ladies'
Skirts. We're 121ac. Now 7l9c.
Now lot Of Ribbons in satin and gross grain
s, 10, 121ac and 15c.
Tsfeta Ribbons. 3la to 4 inches wide. 3Oc
quality. Now pc.
25c quslity Now 19c; all of the new and
leading shades
White Silk Parasols, $500 Now 81 25.
White Silk Parasols with rutlle rounded
50 80. Now ST. 80.
1925 Black Figured Brilliantine Skirts,
All the leading styles Corsets from SOC rp-
wards.
1cicle Corsets for the summer, at SOC
J.aces and Edges from coarsest to finest
45-inch Fine Serge SOC. Now 37hc
Black Etsmine and Canvas cloth at cost
All We ask is for you to see them for your
selves
We have Feders Brush Skirt Protector.
which takes the place Of velvetecn, no wear
cut to them.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08
LOCAL BREVITIES.

So far about 100 dog licenses have
been issued.
The schooner Sunny South was
hauled out on the ways at the ship
yard to-day for repairs.
R. H. Lancaster Lodge of colort d
Odd Fellows celebrated their anniver-
sary to-day by street parade.
At the annual meeting last night of
the Savings Investment Company the
old officers were reelected.
The weather was cool enough this
morning for fires, and fine penetrat-
ing rain has fallen most all day.
Two candidates were initiated at the
meeting of Belle Haven Council, Junior
Order of American Mechanics, last
night.
The funeral of Mrs. Frank Warder
took place this evening from her late
residence on Wilkes street, the services
being conducted by Rev. J. h. Wells.
A delegation from the three councils
of the Junior Order of American Me-
chanics attended the Jr. o. U. A. NJ.
entertainment in Washington last night.
The musical and literary entertain
mcnt given last night by the Sunday
school Of the Village Chapel was well
attended. An interesting programme
was rendered, and all present enjoyed
the evening. An interesting address
was made by Rev. J. H. Wells.
The driver of the Washington Brew.
| ory pu1o xxyo Oop uoo thrown from,
his seat in crossing the electric railway
track on King street, near Royal, this
morning, and the rear wheels OF the
wagon passed over one of his legs
quite painfully but not seriously hurt
ing him.
A regular meeting of M. D. Corse
Camp, Sons of Confederate Veterans,
will be held tonight at eight o'clock
at which time Capt. Thos. Perry will
read for the entertainment of the camp
diary of his prison life during the
late war. A camp of S. G. V. from
Washington is expected to be present
Members of R. E. Lee Camp have also
been invited to be present.
The Columbus Fire Company's horse used
in the hose wagon being oui of service on &C
count of lsmness, his place is supplied by
horse loaned by Mr.. Frank L. Entwisle.
The services OF the forty hours at St
Msry's Church, which were conducted by
Rev Fathers Smith, Tierney and Bower
were continued this morning
1t is said that the attendance of lawyers a
Yesterdays session OF the Fairfax Circui
Court was the largest for years past
Tho semi.monthly meeting of the City
Council will be held tonight.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08

POLICE CoURT.-The following cases
were disposed of last night;
James Reed, charged with using
threatening language toward James ID.
Green, was dismissed.
A young man, charged with assault,
was fined 81, and another, charged
with the same offense, was dismissed
J. Stanford Dodge, charged with for
gerry, was committed for the action OF
the Maryland authorities.
The only case for trial this morning
was That of Alexander Roy, colored,
who had been arrested on peace war
rant, sworn out by his wife. From the
evidence it seemed that Roy is shift
less negro, whose wife has TO work to
support him. He was held in the sum
of $3.50 and being unable to furnish Sc
curity was sent to Jail.
NIGHT Report.-Last night was cloudy
and cool until about o'clock when il
began to rain. One prisoner and four
dodgers were at the station house.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08

A. l.. 1.-The Alexandria Light In
fantry, headed by the Third Regime Mt
Drum Corps, paraded the streets late
Yesterday evening and attracted general
attention. The company was in con-
mand of Capt. Bryan and numbered
sixty strong. They wore their fatigue
uniforms and marched like veterans.
After marching through several of the
streets the company halted at the cor
ner of King and Washington streets
and gave au exhibition drill in the
presence of large crowd and won
rounds of applause. The company is
now on sound footing and yields to
none in its claim of being the crack
military company in the State.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08
Gents Furnishings.

Manufacturers Great Sale of Shirts, wni CHI
we had the good fortune Of securing the whole
lot at prices which will make them sell. A
perfect fitting fancy Shirt made of French
Percale fast colors. Regular price SIPS
We arc going to sell them at ! DC
Also another lot of $3.50 Madras Shirts.
fast colors. which you can have for 500.
Toe Negligee Shirts we are going TO sell
at soc
Best value in thin Gauze Vests for gents.
half or long sleeves, at 25c.
Our space wont allow us to mention all OF
the articles in this department, so we term-
nate by calling your attention to Cuffs, Collars.
Ties, scarfs, Bows Socks, Garter.supportcrs,
etc., etc.
In all parts of the building you will find
great inducements. Prices will not allow
purchasers to pass theln.by.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08
CLOTHING, FURNISHINGS, &c.
FIVB DOLLARS.

Will buy you sorviceable stylish Cashmere
Suit from any one of six different pstterns.
You Will be surprised at tho good value dis.
played, rs they are guaranteed free from
shoddy and fast colors.
Our line of 81 80 and $40 suits comprises
all the various styles and shades of Scotch
Cheviot plaids and overplaids, equal in quail
ty and finish to regular $15 and $1S grades
elsewhere. A pair of the Harris Wire Buckle
Suspenders givca with every Suit.
large stock OF Gents Fancy Shirts, I'm.
dcrwear and Neckwear at the lowest possible
prices.
A complete line of Samples from which we
will mako you suit to your measure from
$12 up.
All goods are marked in plain figures. Ono
Price to all
Remember we refund the money for any
purchase if desired.
A Useful Leather Purse given to each pur-
chaser.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08

THE COLUMBIA CcMPANY.-The
Columbia fire engine was sent to Au-
napolis this evening where it has been
entered for the fire engine contest to
be held there Thursday. The members
of the company will leave for Annapo-
lis tomorrow morning. The engine 10
in the best possible order and looks and
really is in as good condition as when
new. The engine has won many prizes
at such contests and the members con-
fidently expect to be the winners on
Thursday.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08
TELEGRAPHIC BREVITIES.

An English syndicate has options or
all the coal mines and lands in east
Tennessee and southern Kentucky
along the Cincinnati Southern railroad
The striking tailors caused some
trouble in New York to-day by appear
ing at veral manufactures and Undue
ing workmen to quit work. 10 some
instances conflicts with the proprietor
followed and the police had to quell the
disturbances.
Mrs. Sarah A. Granger, widow OF
the late Julian N. Granger, and sister
of Stephen A. Douglas, the democratic
leader of ant-war days, died at her
home west OF Clifton Springs, n. Y, to-
day. She had stroke of paralysis on
Wednesday. She was sc years old and
had lived on the same farm 60 years.
She was postmistress there under Presi-
dent Arthur.
Joseph Richardson, an eccentric mill
lionaire, died in New York to-day.
He made his fortune in railroad build
ing and was closely associated with the
Vanderbilts and Goulds. He came as
poor boy from England. Mr..
Richardson's fortune has been es.
timated at $4,000, 900. He dressed
more like tramp than wealthy man
and lived aud died in house which
was only five feet wide. 1t was built
because the surrounding property OWE
ers refused to meet Mr.. Richardson's
terms for the narrow lot. He after
wards refused fabulous sums for the lit.
tie piece of ground.
Jerome smeathers, his wife and seven
children were poisoned at Yelvington, KY /,
yesterday with paris green. The poison was
on shelf and mice cut the paper and the
contents sifted into bucket of water below.
One child is reported dead, and possibly none
will recover.
In New York to day Chief conlin said that
he would see that there is no smuggling at the
Maher-Sharkey bout at the Palace Athletic
Club tomorrow night. He said that he in
tends to allow only scientific bout for points.
Grand Potentate Harrison Dingman and
tho Imperial Council OF Mystic Shriners were
escorted to Masonic Temple today and form.
ally welcomed to Detroit by Mayor Maybury
Chas. L. ST. John, consul of Great Britain
ut New Orleans, died there to-day of menin-
gifts after a few days illness. He WAS scion
of the house of Bollngbroke.
A temporary receiver was appointed this
morning for the American Music Box Com
pany, of Hoboken, N. ]. The liabilities are
placed at $4,000.
A very destructive hailstorm yesterday
completely destroyed crops of all kinds in
central Texas, and great damage was done to
houses.
The trial of the case against the officers and
directors of tho American Tobacco Company,
for conspiracy, was begun in New York to-
day.
The first days racing in the Women's in
tcrstate six days bicycle race at Kansas City,
Mo-, brought out a crowd of over 1000 people.
'Eph" Morris, ex-champion oa,sman of the
United States, died yesterday at his homo in
Allegho y, Pa, of consumption.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08

cnas. Il. woisgerber's historical painting
will remain on free exhibition here until after
Flag Daytime II. The canvas is 9xf2
feet, aud the figures of George Washington
Robert Morris, Colonel George &c s. and Re-
soy Ross, and all accessories, are all natural
size The story connected with the making
of the first flag is very pretty one, and may
be found on thu back of small cngraVings,
which are az exact copy of the origins' paint
ing, and on sale at 10c copy. Larger size
(22x2S) are 81, 90 each.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08

DODGE, THE FoRGER.-A5 was stated,
Detective 0 Donnell, OF Baltimore, ar
rived here yesterday and identified J.
Stanford Dorge, who obtained 81 from
Mrs. Wenzcl Saturday on forged
check, as the man wanted in that city
for committing a series of forgeries, one
among them on ex.Mayor Lstrobe. The
accused had attempted to play the
crazy dodge ever since his arrest, but q
commission de lunatico inquirendo
Yesterday evening resulted in Dodge be
ing declared of sound mind and in
every way responsible for his actions.
A hearing of his case had been fixed
for seven o'clock, at which time his at
torney, Mr.. Hartman, OF Washington,
appeared in the station house. When
the latter heard ofthe additional charges
urged against his client he advised him
to accompany the detective to Balti-
more, and Dodge signifed his will
inguess to do 50. Upon reaching the
cars, however, he suddenly changed his
mind and said he would not leave the
Stale without requisition from the
Maryland authorities. He was taken
back to the station house and Mayor
Thompson immediately committed him
to jul to await the rcquisition. 1t seems
that Dodge has reputation in Wash
ington, as Detective McDevltt Sc
word to Lieutenant Smith yesterday to
keep a strict surveillance over the pris,
oner, as he was up to all sorts OF tricks.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08

GRAND JURY.-A special grand jury
hiss been summoned for Monday, on
which day the June term of the CorTo'
ration Court will begin. The regular
grand jury term of the court is the July
fern. but Judge Norton wishes to wind
up any criminal business now pending
before the hot weather sets in. so far
as known the grand jury will have out
little to do.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08
MONETARY AND COMMERCIAL

NEW YORK. June S-The stock market
opened with considerable heaviness The
decline averaged about y for the leading
shares Towards Il o'clock the general list
displayed an easier tendency
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08

CONFEDERATE VETERANs-A regu.
lar monthly meeting of r. E. Lee
Camp, Confederate Veterans, was held
at their hall last night and was well
attended, Commander G. VIM. Ram
say presiding.
Three applications were received
and referred TO appropriate committees
A communication from Cabell-
Graves Camp Confederate Veterans OF
Danvl!e asking cooperation on part OF
this camp in the movement to build o
monument to the women of the Con.
federacy ". read Il I'd laid over until
the next meeting.
9'he question OF badges for the camp
was taken up and discussed. Several
samples were presented for adoption
aud oao was adopted. A committee
was appointed to procure them.
Tne several committees which had
been appointed on the Memorial Day
exercis made their reports and Were
discl arged
The thanks of the camp were unani-
mously rendered TO the various organ
izA,ions and individuals who assisted
on that occas on.
A communication was received from
the Womans Auxiliary in regard to the
marking of graves Of the Confederates
buried in the cemeteries near this city,
and action taken thereon, which the
adjutant Was directed TO communicate
to the auxiliary.
A letter OF thanks Was read for the
use OF rooms during the session of the
Grand Chapter u ID. G.
Rev John McGil, who was to have
delivered the address on Memorial day
was Invited to deliver the same befo. 9
thu camp and IT'S friends on Monday
evening, the Dist Instant, in Lee Camp
Hall.
Commander Aubrey Bowie, of NJ. D.
Corse Camp, Sons OF Confederate Vete-
rams, was present and invited the camp
to be present this Tuesday evening to
listen to the story of "Prison Life at
Johnson's Island, by Past Commander
Thos Perry, OF Lee Camp.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08

CHILDREN OF THE CoNFEDERACY:-
The Children of the Confederacy held q
meeting Yesterday evening, which was
largely attended. Twenty-one new
members were admitted and the usual
routine business was TRANSACTED.
Tickets for the excursion to be gwen
on the 3Oth instant were distributed
among the members for sale.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08

BAsEsALL.-The National League baseball
games played Saturday resulted "a, as fol-
lows: Baltimore 4, st, Lonis Philsdel'
phia 4, Cincinnati 0; Louisville s. BROOKLYN
Washington o; Boston 4, Pittsburg o. The
following is the standing OF the clubs:
- W., Dor Napt
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08
Two Specials in Women's Gowns.

1t would be difficult to find similar prices
for same grade of goods as We shall offer to-
day. The garments are better than ever
more liberal in cut, more elegant in finish.
Soc
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08

Women's Cambria Gowns. Empire" or
"ve' neck, good length and width, trimmed
with embroidery and insertion, pearl buttons.
All sizes from small to extra large.
Second floor
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08

Women's Muslin Gowns, Hubbard style,
double yoke in back, tucks and insertion in
yoke, high or "Ve' neck, good lengths and
widths; trimmed with embroidery and inscr-
ton; pearl buttons, $50.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08

Home telephones have been p'sc a
in Jacob Brill's saloon, r. l.. Harden, 3
oyster house, J. A Dienelt's, John W.
MAYS and O. F. Baggett's residences !,
also in Mr.. Baggett's store and at nia
stall in the market.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08


tatons remain unchanged. Country Produce
is in light receipt.
NEW YORK juno S.-Flour-State and
Western quiet but he'd higher. Rye Flour
quiet; suporfno S21Oa2 30; fancy So Goa
so Wheat-No 2 red opened firm and ad e.
yanced on unfsvorsble crop news; light
spring wheat receipts and sympathy with
corn ; Sept 70 3-16a7OEs. Bye steady; No 2
western 36Aa36ln. Corn-No 2 strong and
higher on bad crop reports; Sept 80 15-16s
311s Cats-No 2 dull ard nominally stead
irr; July 22H track white 25a31l6. Beef
steadier. Pork easy. Lard firmor prime
western steam So So nominal.
BALTIMORE, Md, June s-Flour dull
and unchanged. Wheat firmer; No red
spot and juno 774a7719; July 7la71 IA ;
Aug 69ass69lL southern wheat by sample
75a80. Corn strong: mixed spot and June
Sept 29aa3O; steamer mixed 271ba27aa ;
southern white corn 31s21la; do yellow 80
Oats quiet and steady; No 2 white 271a28;
No 2 mixed 24a24l2. Rye steady; No .
nearby 3S1aa3Sa.; No 2 Western 39a39A
Hay finn; choice timothy $14 90 Sugar
strong and unchanged.
CHICAGO, June S-Wh at-Juno Co.'S !;
July 69A Sept 644a647s; Dec, new 81
old 66as. Corn-Juno 24lsa24Hi July
24iaa243s Sept 25a, Oats-Juno 17al
| July ISL, Sept 1875 Pork-June 81 60
July 81 gig; Sept 81 10. Lard-June
So so; July So 55; Sept So 65. Ribs
June and July 81 271b; Sept 81 32lh.
BALTIMORE CATTLE MARKET. June T.
Swine-The arrivals this week were II ,927
head. The receipts number about 1, 100 head
less than they did last week The market is
! somewhat easier than it was then. Good light
far-Westcrn hogs sell at S410A415 per 100
lbs gross others, lights, $3S5a4 per 100 lb',
and heavies SD 65a3 so per 100 lbs gross
Tho heavy weights are dull, while the de-
mand for lights is MOS crate.
Sheep and Lambs. Sheep arc dull of sale,
and there is a heavy run of them. Prices
are unchanged since last week. viz: Sheep
2s3aa per lb, and extra at DC per ID. Lambs
Lambs arc in moderate demand and are 1bc
lower, selling at 51bc per ID gross
Calvcs.-Veals are very slow of sale and 1bc
lower, selling at 312a41ac per ID. Roughs
nominally at $4a7 por head.
NEW YORK CATTLE MARKET June T.
Becves-msrket active and slightly frmer
all 6Olu DaIiNe StecTS 'pt tOao ~, SIagB anu
oxen $3a4 rs, bulls $3S370 dry COWS
81 S0a3 40 per 1C0 lbs Calves-market
active; veals lac higher; buttermilk calves
1.c lower all sold veals S4a6 per 100 lbs
bittermilk calves SO 5Oa4 per 100 lbs.
Sheep and Lambs-sheep quiet good grades
steady and others easier; yearliHgs lower
lambs 1sa4.c off; sheep sold at S3.25a4.5 SO
per 100 lbs; yearlings 81 20a5.15 per loo
lbs lambs S5a6 37ls per 100 lbs. Hogs
market firm at $4a425 per 100 lbs.
ARLINGTON CATTLE MARKET, June T.
Como few cattle were offered and sold as fol.
lows: Best 4a4l2c, good 3aaa4c, medium }
s31ac common 2a3c per ID. Some SOC
sheep and lambs were offered and sold as fol-
lows: Sheep 2laa31hc per ID. Lambs 5a6t
per ID. Calves 4s5lac per ID. Hogs 4a4t at
per lb. IL COWS and calves were offered
and sold at $40 to $40 per head. Market
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08
LOCAL MATTERS.

WEATHER PRoBABILITIEs.-Fo this
section showers followed by fair weather
Wednesday continued cool weather easterly
10 northesstcrly winds.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08

PERSONAL---VERY.. Edward Fl. Green
of Fredericksburg, spent yesterday il
this city with his brother, Rev. Berry
man Green.
DR.. w. G. Ashby left here this morn
ing with patient for few days TRIP
through the South. He will visit the
Nashville Centennial Exposition.
DR.. G. Z. Abbot. president of the
electric railway, was in the city to-day
on business.
Mr.. F. F. Marbury has been appoint
ed by the Governor a notary public fol
this city.
Mr.. Robert w. Jackson is seriously
i'll at residence on Prince street, two
doors east of Fairfax.
Mr.. Charles Klaus has gone to At
lantic City for the benefit of his health.
Mrs. G. E. Sine, of New York, is the
guest of Mrs. John T. Hill on south Lee
street.
Mr. Wilbur Scranton Leete, of Prov
idence, r. l., was yesterday ordaiD-
ed deacon in the Episcopal Church
by Bishop Paret in Baltimore.
Prof. Samuel A. Wallis, of the Epis-
copal Theological Seminary near this
city, Of which Mr.. Leete was Il student,
presented the candidate Three others
were ordained to the diaconate.
Miss Ellie Tyler and Mr.. Harry Leef
will be married at the parsonage Of the
Second Presbyterian Church tonight.
Dir. CORTLAND II. Smith will leave
here this evening for Upperville to at
tend the colt show. He will take with
him from mis- Hampton stock farm his
high thoroughbred stations, two jump
ers and colt-fve handsome animals in
all. He will enter these horses at the
various country fairs to be held in this
section of the State during the season.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1897-06-08
DRY GOODS.
We Mention Below
Some of Our
EXTRAORDINARY and UNEQUALED
BARGAINS.
While the Prices May Appear Ride
ulouS, You'll Find the Values
BOuntiful.

Great Reduction in all of our Summer
Goods, such as Lawns, Ginghsms and all other
Wash goods of which we quote you few
nricns