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The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1897-12-18

Within the several years EktOn mas many
advancing steps, conservative way, and has the
satisfaction seeing those efforts to advance in
to the line of enterprsng towns Elkon boundary lines
have spread out and at every hand has the spirit Of improve
ert been SEEM New and handsome residences have sprung
up following the location of industries and keep march the
other properties both business and resdena have been
modelled, enlarged and in every way improved
And the march onward has been solid and SUBSTANTIAL 1t
was to meet the requirements Of responsible and lasting de-
ands and enerprsng people proud Of the fact that
Ekton particular be classed in the category OF
Mushroom towns We take steps them, but
to lead the taking Of another and still another step for
ward which will eventually, by slow but progression,
place EIkton in the class Of cities
REASONS FOR ELKTONS PROGRESS.
And there must be for this progress. They
First-Ekton is admirably situated at the head Of the
Maryland Peninsula, close touch with New York. Phila
depha, Wilmington, Baltimore, and Washington. being
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15
wEDDING IN HIGH LIFE.

Chattanooga, Tenn, JAN. 4.-Alexan-
der Wood, Appointment attorney of Ihila-
delphia, was married at noon today to
Miss E. Louise Geary, the second daugh-
ter of the late Governor Geary, of Penn
sylvania The beautiful sight took place
at the home of Mrs M. F. BonZano, a
sister of the bride and was solemnized by
Rev. DR.. William Pettis, with the i'm
pressive service of the Episcopalian
church. The hospitable southern man
sion of the Bonzanos was profusely deco
rated with flowers and foliage. The
bride entered on the arm of her brother,
John w. Geary. Congressman Robert
Adams, of Philadelphia, acted as best
man for the groom. After the ceremony
a wedding breakfas twas served and the
couple departed this afternoon for Jekyl
Island, Ca, where the honeymoon will
be passed. The name of the brides fa-
Their is indissolubly connected with Chat
tanooga's war history, for General Geary
led the forces of Hooker's corps which
carried the heights of Lookout in tie ia
nous battle above the clouds.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15
PERSONAL.


DR.. George Eubanks is confined to his
room with a severe attack Of la grippe.
Ladies, we have holiday slippers for the
gentlemen in great many styles and
prices. Please give us look before buy
ing and oblige 7. c. KING,
2026 LIST avenue.
Mrs. DR.. Charles Whelan, ST., has re-
turned from a pleasant visit to the old
home, at Gallon, Ala. She is accom-
panied by her mother, Mrs. j.. Browder,
and her sister Mrs. Buckner CARRIER
DIR. and Mrs. Rogers leave this morn
ing for Louisville, KY, where the doctor
goes to deliver an address before the
medical corps of the Sun Life Insurance
company.
r. c. King has purchased several thous-
and pairs of shoes at prices never heard
of before. These goods were bought so
cheap that he can save you 20 to so cents
on every dollar.
Joseph Beitman, of the firmgof Belt
man Bros, has returned from a business
trip through the western part of the
stat and reports prospect for trade bet
ter than it has been at any time in the
past five years. ms
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15
.
A BRILLIANT SOLDIER.
Who Won Laurels In aNoted9Naval Bat
tie, Now a Raving Maniac.

tie, Now a Raving Maniac.
New York, Jan. 14.-Capt. Philo Nc
Giffin, the former officer of the United
States navy, and afterwards OF the Chin
csc Impeiarl navy, who fought on the
flagship Chen Yuen against the combined
attack of the entire Japanese fleet in the
memorable battle of the Yalu river, on
the afternoon of Septemberi17, 1894, has
been taken to the postgraduate hospital
in this city, violent mailman
His rawlings grew so violent toward the
last that it became necessary to ask the
assistance of the policeto subdue him.
The police failed owing to the fact
that Capt. McGiffin stood at the head of
the stairway with a 44-ca1fbre navy re-
volver In each hand, threatening to shoot
the first man who appeared.
1t was only when John McGiffin, the
captains brother. arrived in haste from
his home. at Little Waahingtop. Pa, that
the raving man could be Induced to listen
to rational word $50 ts.v7
He was placed ~ the care OF the expert
alienist, Dr. Grace Hammond.
The complete vsfecking of this brilliant
naval officer and tactician is the dire re-
suit of the terrific strain to, which he was
subjected during the battle OF the Yalu.
His .eagerness TO work the warship
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15
IERSELY TOLD.

Columbian Cyclopedia Headquarters
Smith & Montgomery Book and Station
arv Connanv If.
The planning mill of Gordon & Ricketts,,
Avenue d and Twenty-second street, mas
been put in operation.
Regents of the White Shield, Washing
ton conclave No. l, will meet tonight IN
Magnolia hall, on Third avenue.
Mr.. Hungerford, of Missouri, late OF
Jasper, has opened a lumber yard on
Avenue D and Twenty-second street.
The remains of Mrs. o. w. Holmes of
w. M. Nails, manager, is at work on an
shipped yesterday to Bristol, Tenn, for
interment.
Mr.. George w. Aiken, agent of Bar
mum & Bailey's circus, is in the city ar
ranging for the coming Of that great ag-
gregation on May %.
l have just received all the newest
styles in patent feathers, enamel calf.
calf skin and Cordovans, made by Ban
lister. The prices are $3.50 and $500.
Same goods elsewhere are $500 and $500.
Free shine daily to those who wear our
shoes. T. c. KING.
The many friends Of Mr.. and Mrs.
Henry b. Gray, of this city, will regret
to learn that Mr.. Gray's mother, of Cal
houn, Ca, is suffering with a serious at
tack of pneumonia and the chances are
against her recovery. Mr.. Gray is at the
bedside of his mother.
The Alabama Bridge and Boiler Works.
w. M. Nails manager, is at work on an
order from the Clifton furnace at Irona-
ton near Talladega, and is also overhaul
ing Sloss furnace No. 2. Mr.. Nails has
just put in place solid steel roll at a
cost of $4,000. 1t will roll inch plate 10
feet wide. 1t is one of the largest rolls
in the south. He also has horizontal
punch that goes through an inch plate
with ease He has ordered a big double
punch and shears, to punch manheads
for boilers.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15
SOCIAL.

The Twentieth Century Euchre club
had an enjoyable meeting Wednesday
afternoon with Mrs. r. Loventhal at her
home, 1920 Eighth avenue. Red roses
and red carnations were the flowers used
red being the color of the decorations for
this occasion. The score cards were
unique affairs. being manipulated with
Shakespearian quotations so arranged
on each as to mate the couples. The first
prs-e, a beautiful Dresden china jewel
case, was won by Mrs. Ben We'll. The
second prize was won by Mrs. Adolph
Hirsch. A delicious menu in courses was
served. No one is better qualified to
make an evening enjoyable than the pop
ular hostess, Mrs. Loventhal
One of the most popular bellies of Bir-
mngham entered the opera house with
her escort to hear the ingalls, lecture, and
immedia tely on taking her seat. removed
her hat. BY this action she made the
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15
BUY CORONA COAL.
John x. Warren, Manager.
Telephone 1920.
DEATH S RECORD.

The sad news was announced last night
that Mrs. David H. Brown had passed
away. Mrs. Brown was most lovable
Christian woman of rare qualities, a
faithful wife, loving and devoted mother
and firm friend. For some time she had
been in Ill health, but her beloved hus-
band and little ones, together with rela-
tives and host of friends, had hoped and
prayed that she might be spared to live
a long and useful life. Her mother was
at her deathbed. The grief stricken hus-
band and children and relatives have the
sympathy of the entire community.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15

Chen Yuen to the best possible. advant-
age led him to expose himself to the fire
of the enemy, and while he could walk
about after the battle, he was danger
ously wounded man. -. ,sg,.,.. =. -
Both his ear-drums were ruptured, his
eyes permanently affected and his head
and body filled with splinters of wood
work and steel. Dr.. Hammond thinks
that a splinter of bone or extraneous mat
ter is impinging upon Capt. McGiffin's
brain. 1t is only by operation that the
true cause of the officers insanity can
be determined
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15
POPE REFusEs no INTERFERE

Montreal, Jan. 14.--It is stated that
Able Proulx, who was sent to Rome by
Premier Laurier to have the settlement
of the Manitoba school question ratified
by the vatican, has returned without hav-
ing accomplished his mission. The pope,
1t is said. declined to ratify the settle
ment and left the bishops of Quebac and
the Dominion free TO pursue what they
regard as the right course. The views
of the bishops 1t is understood. will be
made known in mandament which will
dau
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15


occasion of more consequence. In wo-
mans social economy the more important
osseaslons demand bare head and neck
and shoulders. The Woman who makes
pop call or gees shopping Keeps her hat
on. The presence of the had depreciates
the occa sion. The young lady who per-
sists in wearing her hat at a social func-
tfon or in the 4heater will soon be with
out beaux, for the young men like to see
the girls appreciate the trouble and ex-
pense they gosto In escorting them out.
Miss Essie Baum, of Tuscaloosa and
her cousin. Miss Baum, of Texas, are In
the city for few, days visiting Mrs. Joe
Lewinsohn.
Mrs. DR.. Barclay is visiting friends
and relatives In Tampa, Fla. She will
be absent from the city several weeks.
Miss Nara Pulliam, recently graduated
at Blue Mountain college, Mississippi,
is visiting friends in Birmingham and
Miss Della Wood. of Woodlawn, en-
tertained her many friends with,
Twelfth Night"- reception last Tuesday
evening. All the guests were attired In
costumes of we olden ty1nes,' and was
indeed a very happy party. Among the
most conspicuous costumes were those
representing George Washington, worn
by Mr.. Z. W.. NTrace, anu sAlSAdhuet
Hamilton, worn by Mr.. Ionic Able. Gen.
Gage was ably represented by Mr. L.
s. Oliver.
The fair hostess was irresistible in her
portrayal of the colonial dame which
she represented Games of I'VE olden
tymes" were INDUCED in, after which the
guests assembled at the festive board
illuminated be- many tallow candies
After bidding goodbye, the guests de-
parted to their respective homes to dream
of the many pleasantries of their fore
fathers.
Mrs H L. Badham and Miss EMMA
Bissett will have charge of the sales or
cakes and biscuits for the South High
land Presbyterian church, at Five Points
Saturday.
The second class of the High school
will give an entertainment tonight at
the High school building, for the benent
of the public library.
Mr.. James Bowron is in New York.
Miss Clara Lyons, of Waycross. Ga. Is
visiting her friend Mrs. Geo. 2. Hill,
Seventh avenue.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15
DIR. JOHN ALBERT pRITCHETT.

Hayneville, Ala, via Letohatchie, Jan.
14.-CSpecial.) DIR. John Albert Pritchett.
one of the most prominent physicians in
Alabama died at his home here early this
morning and was buried this evening. A
large concourse of friends and relatives
followed his remains to their last resting
place. He was highly connected in Ala
bama, as well as Virginia, liked by every
body. and no man will be more missed
here than he. He was president of the
Medical society here for several years.
and at his death was health officer of
I4oWndes county.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15
A HORRIBLE DISCOVERY.

Jackson, Miss, Jan. IA cornor's
jury which investigated the killing of
a two-weeks old white child found
buried in Rankin county woods two
miles from Jackson, returned a verdict
that it was killed by its, mother Mrs.
Christiana Mulligan, a grass widow, and
Wyatt Hardy, it's alleged father, who is
married man with a wife and three
children. Both are in Jail at Brandon.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15
DANIEL LINEHAN.

The sad news was received here last
night of the death of Mr.. Daniel Linne-
han at Pensac cola, Fla, where he had
gone in search of health. Deceased was
a brother of Messrs. M. e. and P. H. Lin
nehan, two well-known young business
men of this city. One of them left this
morning for Pensacola. The bereaved
have the sympathy of a large circle Of
friends.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15
COAL! COAL! CoAL!

Kohinoor Lump, SO; Kohl
moor Nut, $2.25; Montevallo,
Climax, $3.50; Splint $500.
I make a reduction of 5 to 8
per cent. on list prices for
cash. Am also prepared to
deliver up stairs, etc.
J. r. BLAIR,
1901 1st Ave. Phone $50.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15
RESJrMED aOPERATIONS.

Scranton. Pa, Jan. 1.-The North
works of the I.acka wanna Iron and Steel
company resumed work today after sew
eral months idfefss With the resump-
ton of the South mills week ago, tn Q
entire establishment Is now in operation.
employing 5000 rworkmen Orders have
been placed toskeep the entire plant at
work forsix weeks. sss,
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15
THE WEATHER.

Georgia and Alabama-Showers fol-
lowed by clearing in northern portions;
northerly winds; colder.
Mississippi-Local rains, followed by
clearing weather in northern portions;
northerly to easterly winds; colder.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15
LOOKS LIKE PRITcHARD.

Raleigh, N. c., Jan. 14.-There is no
change whatever in the senatorial situa-
ton tonight. Unless something une3-
pected happens Pritchard will be re-elect-
ed next Tuesday. ra rvfaszt. 4.,4
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15
WILIIM D. WAIVER.

Washington, Jan. IA cablegram re-
ceived at the state department today an
nounces the death, at Cologne, Germany,
of United States Consul William D. Wa
smer, in that city. Mr.. Warner was ap-
pointed from South Carolina.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15

MIR. G. D. ALLISON'S CONDITION.
At q; late hour last night 1t was learned
that Mr.. George d. Allison's condition
was very critical and his life despaired
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15
DAILY BULLETIN.

u. g. Department or Agriculture.
Weather Bureau.
Office of Station Agent,
Birmingh CHAM, Ala. Jan. Ii. 1897
Local observation during twenty-four
hours ending at p. m. central time:
1Direct'nI Rain
Time. Temp. OF wind Weather fall.
81 ga SW Cloudy
12m. 81 lSW Cloudy
ID. m.... 60 NV 1t. iRanl.11
highest temperature 81; lowest, As; aver
sge, 81.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15
Clerk and Registers Sale;

JB. Cobb, as administrator of estate of
John c., Westbrook, deceased, complainant
VS.. Is. J1Dorby the Elyton Land company,
and Others defendants.
BY Virtue of decree rendered on the
30tH dayof June, A. d. 1891, of the city court
of Birmingham, Jefferson county. Ala, in
said cause, 1 shall proceed to sell to the
highest and best bidder for cash, at public
audtionItat the court house door in the city
of Birmingham, within the legal hours of
sale, on --.-.... ~ -. ..-.5 b.
MONDAY, THE 18TH DAY OF JANUARY,
y 1897. - --f -.-- - a4t
the following described real estate, to sat-
isfy said decree. viz: Lots 3, A and s.. in
mingham, Jefferson county, Alabama.
Witness my hand this 10Th day ofDecem-
Der, 1885, N l.. -MuLER,s "
12-24-thu-4t Clerk and Register
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15
BUY EAGLE WHITE LEAD AT LITTLE
PAINT STORE.

BUY EAGLE WHITE LEAD AT LITTLE
PAINT STORE.
WE SELL
Any Quantity at Lowest
Market Price.
Signal oil.
Lard oil.
Machinery oil.
Engine oil.
Cylinder oil.
Dynamo oil.
Sperm oil.
Sewing machine oil.
Neatsfoot OIL
Tanners straits.
Linseed oil.
Alcohol.
Shell or orange and white.
Turpentine.
And everything in paints.
All orders filled same day received. Out
of town orders solicited. Containers Cam
charged at COST
T. MCGOWAN & CO.,
1920 Second Avenue.
Birmingham Ala.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15

: Mrs DR.. Barclay Is visiting friends
and relatives in Tampa, Fla. She will
be absent from the city several weeks.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15

Miss Nara Pulliam, recently graduated
at Blue Mountain college, Mississippi
is visiting friends in Birmingham and
East Lake.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15

Miss Essie Baum, of Tuscaloosa, and
her cousin, Miss Baum, of Texas, are In
the city for a few, days visiting Mrs. Joe
LaYinsohn.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15
T.. MCGOWAN & CO.,
1920 Second Avenue
Birmingham Ala.

Birmfngham Ala.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15

The second class of the High school
will give an entertain ment tonight at
the High school building, for the benefit
of the public library.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15

Mrs H. L. Badham and Miss Emma
Bissett will have charge of the sales OF
cakes and biscuits for the South High
land Presbyterian church, at Five Points
Saturday
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1897-01-15

All orders filled same day received. Out
of town orders solicited. Containers Cam
charged at cost.
The evening herald. [volume] (Shenandoah, Pa.) 1891-1966, 1897-02-27

Hon. George B. Swift, Chicago's reform
Mayor, is one Of the thousands who endorse
the one great remedy that makes people well,
where all other remedies either fail alto
gether, OF at best simply give temporary re-
leif,
Judge Powers, Congressman Meredith, of
Virginia, Congressman Grout, Assistant
United States Attorney John c.. Cauer-.
Chief Post Office Inspector M. ID. Wheeler,
and many others who are fully as careful
what they recommend, have publicly
souched for the marvellous power of Paiuos
celery compound to make people we'll
These, and the thousands of other hearty
testimonials that have recently been sent to
the proprietors Of paine's celery compound,
are simply an index of what this most Won
derful remedy is doing in every state of the
Union, and in every city and village
It is making people well
Men like these, who have won the conf
The evening herald. [volume] (Shenandoah, Pa.) 1891-1966, 1897-02-27
MAHANoY CITY.
a Concert to be Held to Relieve tho
poop,

a Concert to be Held TO Relieve tho
Poor,
MAHANoY CITY, Feb 27.-There are a
number of distressed poor families in town
and last evening q meeting was held in
Armory ball to devise means by which the
condition Of these people might be relieved.
Andrew Comrcy was chairman, George T.
Llewellyn secretary and w. e. Jones treas
urer. r. d. Bowman w. d. Harris Prof
John Jones and James McElhenny were ap-
pointed a committee to arrange for a concert
to raise funds for relief
At an adjourned meeting of the Borough
Council last night the Borough Solicitor an
nouhced that argument will be made next
Monday for new trial in the case Of Boyle,
who secured verdict of $1,000 damages
against the borough for injuries sustained by
falling on a pavement. Mrs. Annie Rizzie
has put in a claim for damages sustained by
falling on a pavement and Mrs. David Z.
Frank wants damages for injuries sustained
by being run into by a coasting sled.
The fair Of Co. + will close this evening
The evening herald. [volume] (Shenandoah, Pa.) 1891-1966, 1897-02-27

incapacitated from doing their best work he
cause Of dyspepsia, rheumatism, aud ueural-
gia, invariably find a permanent relief in
Paine's celery compound.
Dyspepsia, persistent headaches and dis
ordered liver need prompt attention In every
case there is a positive and permanent cure in
Puine's celery compound. 1t is the most
earnest. conscientious remedy persons out-of
health can employ. Its lile-g giving effect upon
rundown" nerves and debiitated blood is
nothing short of marvellous.
Prof. Edward L. Phelps NJ. D., LII ID 4,
brought to the study Of nervous disorders
and diseases of debility extraordinary pro-
iessional enthusiasm. He and his able CO.
laburers COncenta ed upon the discovery of
an accurate remedy for these diseases all
their energy. Paine's celery compound is
used by the best physicians in their own
homes, and prescribed to sufferers from all
nervous diseases. 1t is within the reach Of
everyone.
The evening herald. [volume] (Shenandoah, Pa.) 1891-1966, 1897-02-27

Easton Pa, Fob. 97,-Mary Hubbeil
aged 80 years of Upper Mount Bethel,
this county committed suicide yester-
day after giving birth to twins. The
woman and her three small children
were deserted about four years ago by
her husband, since which time she has
had much trouble in supporting them
OF late her condition has become pitt
able This, together with the fact that
starvation stared her ana her little
ones in the face, is supposed to have
led her to end her life,
The evening herald. [volume] (Shenandoah, Pa.) 1891-1966, 1897-02-27
PrrHY Points.


happenings Throughout tho Country
Chronloled for Hasty Perusai.
Dau.ol b. Boyer, of Orwigsburg has sold
his noted trotter Red Weed, to David
Hmlle Of Reading He has covered mile
iu 219l.
The size Of freight trains on the main line
of The p. & r.. Railway is to be reduced. IL is
claimed better time can be made with less
strain upon the power and is more econom-
ical i'm the end.
Charles Carmo, a Shamokin young man.
attempted TO board a moving freight train at
that place yesterday and got under the
/ wheels, losing a leg and probably his life.
The Natalie coliery at Mt Carmel is stli
idle, the company having again deaultcd ON
the payment of wages.
Garnet Miller the threo-ycar-old child of
Samuel Miller Of Camptown, Mt. Carmel
was inferred here yesterday.
Sc Joseph's church at Mt. Carmel, viii
dedicate fourteen stations of the Cross ON
Friday next. They were made in Paris aud
are beautiful works of art
The sacred oratorio David" was produced
in the Reformed church, Shamokin, Thurs
day evening to a large audience. 1t was a
successful production artistically and hnan-
cially.
The evening herald. [volume] (Shenandoah, Pa.) 1891-1966, 1897-02-27

prothOnotary James r. Deegaui who has
been i'll for several months at bis home i'm
Ashland, is now able to sit up in an easy
hair for few hours every day He is i'm
proving as rapidly as could be expected, al
though very much emaciated. He will not
be able to visit his office, it is thought be
fore the May term of court opens.
The evening herald. [volume] (Shenandoah, Pa.) 1891-1966, 1897-02-27

Omaha Feb. 27.-The Union Pacific
has agreed TO transport free Of charge
300 tons Of freight designed for the
relief of midas starving people. The
burlington agrees TO transport 100 tons
ana the Elkhorn also agrees TO haul
relief supplies free. These offers arc
to deliver the freight at ogden, Utah.
From there the Central Pacific agrees
to haul 100 tons TO San Francisco free.
The evening herald. [volume] (Shenandoah, Pa.) 1891-1966, 1897-02-27

Reading, Pa., Feb 27.-A noacc wa.
posted at the pipe foundry at Laaca
yesterday afternoon that a reducuoa
of I'D per cent in the wages of am ,he
employees, with the exception of out-
side laborers, win take effect on Mon
day. A meeting of about hundred
of the men was held TO organize and
present grievances. 1t As possible that
a number viii refuse to go to work
Between 400 and 500 men are employee
In the foundry.
The evening herald. [volume] (Shenandoah, Pa.) 1891-1966, 1897-02-27

Pittsburg, Feb. 27,-The river min
ers' strike is a failure, not more than
600 men being out with but few eX-
ceptions all miners were idle on Thurs
day, but when it was seen that the de-
mand for an advance would not he
general nearly all the diggers returned
20 work.