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WASHINGTON GROVE, MD.

The Sunday morning service was in charge Of
Mrs. Clara Roach, who took for her lesson Heb.
Il. In the evening a praise service was held in
the Young Peoples HaIl, Mr.. W. Redin Woodward
in charge, and DR.. Woodman leading the singing
in which all Joined.
Mr.. and Mrs. ". z. Houghton entertained their
friends last Tuesday at Pioneer Cottage, in honor
Of the twentieth anniversary OF their wedding The
spacious Lawn was gaily decorated with large and
handsome lanterns, the rernnda inclosed with por-
there's and the inside walls hung with white
drapery as the background for the decorations of
princess pine flags and ox-eyed daisies. Mrs.
Houghton. arrayed in her bridal robe of white
silk. a charming bride.
After the guests had offered their congratula-
tions the dining room was thrown open and Ice
and cakes were served. The presents
were all of china. ornamental well us useful
and when the guests made their departure n SOU
yenir Of the occasion was giyen-a poem by Mr..
Ca rleton Hughes.
The young people Of the Grove Joined in an ex-
cursion and picnic to Great Falls last Saturday
and with the merry party the fatigue Of a sixteen
mile ride was wholly forgotten and promises Of
It's repetition for next year were made. Misses
Mert9m. Gee, Potbury, Peck, Carter and Ward
and Messrs. HouEhtou, Potbury. Weaver and Tracy
were of the party.
Muster Van Allen Clarke entertained his young
friends with q watermelon party at his home In
Greenwtld last Thursday.
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sion was the presentation Of q gavel nom Lodge
No. 81. h. of p. by Mr.. H. E Hanes. with q
few encouraging words to the ladies.
Sunday morning the ordinance of baptism was
administered in the Congregational Church by DR..
Mason to the youngest child Of Rev. and Mrs. d.
Montgomery and three OF the children of Mr.. and
Mrs. John Kirk Communion season followed, ad-
minstered by Revs- Mason and Montgomery.
Col. E ]. Gresham is making improvements or
the grounds in front of his residence
DIR. E. l. Detwiler has returned from North
Bingham, Pa, where he went to visit his wife.
who was quite Ill at the residence Of her father
He left her much improved in health.
Mrs. John ii. James OF San Antonio Tex, who
has been visiting her sister. Mrs. f. ]. Gresham.
returned to Texas Wednesday of this week.
Mr.. Durbin Van Week has commenced the cree
ton Of large dwelling house Monroe street
near tie residence OF Col. F. d. Stephenson. The
foundation being about finished. rarPenteSs com
menced on the woodwork wednesday.
Miss Carrie Hcrner of Alexandria is visiting In
the family of Mr. Amos Crounse.
A democratic convention for Dranesville district
WAS held at Wiehle Wednesday to select delegates
to a county convention at Fairfax. which conven-
ton will nominate a candidate for the house OF
delegates. The following named persons were Sc
lected: Delegates, Thomas jenkins, Jesse Oliver,
A. J. Hutchinson. Amos Fox and Alfred Leigh;
alternntes. John Hurst, Geo Gunweli, Geo. A
Williams, John Maple and - Adams
The public schools will open on the Goth instant,
The higher grades will be taught 10y the same
te:che- who taught last year. Mr.. y. L Hanes.
and the lower grades by Miss Sadie Detw!lcr
Rev. Frederick Stanley. who has been III Tor
some months past. is very low. Mrs. Jennie Wells
is still very ill., and is not thought to be I'M
proving. Mr.. VIM Bates. who has been Ill for
several months past, Is reported to be much worse
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RIEERDALE.

The Riverdale Athletic Club. recently organized,
gave an entertainment Saturday night, September
+, at Calvert mansion. The meeting was opened
by the president Mr.. Mexican, and the vice presi-
dent, Mr.. William McDevtt, was introduced. Mr..
McDevitt responded in his happiest vein.
The coors Of the club, white and blue, mingled
with the natural colors. producing beautiful ef-
feet.
The rooms Of the old mansion appeared
to better advantage, and the Chinese lanterns ON
the outside sent many shadow to dance on the
handsome lawn.
Representatives from the Columbia Athletic Club
of Washington, well goodly number from
Hyattsville, were present. The program was
varied and good one.
Mr. stephen Clements gave several selections on
the banjo. recitatiOns by Messrs. Carl and Thomas
we're added and a dance by The Yellow Kid
brought down the masculine house
Mr. Howell gave character song and nd there her,
hauser, accompanied by Mr.. Wells of Hyattsville
A three-roand boxing match by MessrS Carter
Crosby the referee. This was followed by
recitation by Mr.. Gore
Bludensburg gave Il dance to his many friends.
Mr. Doremus of Biadensburs has exchanged lis
beautiful home in that historic town for real estate
The public schools of Prince Georges county
will be reopened September 10.
Mr. Harry B. Fowler has been appointed sec
rotary well genefal business manager of the
Presby terrain Church funds
Miss Lottie Mangum has gone on her vacation.
MIS-. Viers, long guest at Calvert mansion.
has returned to her school work in Montgomery
county.
The trustee of the Presbyterian Church have
secured lean of 81 800 from the Building and Loan
Association of Hyattsville. and next week the
$, me will lie applied to the work Of completing
that structure.
The Ladies' Aid Society met on Tuesday at the
house OF Dr. Mariller Simonds.
The Young Peoples Club met Friday night ut
Mr.. j. i. Fowler's.
A regular meeting of the Citizens Association
was held Wednesday evening. September 8, with
the vice president, Mr.. McDeyitt. in the chair.
The resignation of Mr.. w. A. Rutherford rs
tret received and accepted, and Mr.. Chas.
Earl, jr., elected to fill the unexpired term.
Mr.. H. C. james elected librarian
The following gentlemen. Messrs. Bnrchfeld,
Whaley, Wilson, Sizer and Fowler, were appointed
committee to ascertain the number Of street
lamps now in condition to be used. and to have
them lighted
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LANGDON.

MIR. L. ID. SmOot reports that while he was at
work In the rear Of his house. a few days ago. his
wife and other members OF his family being alb
sent at the time, some entered his house and
stole SIS from a pocket book which he had left 10
the pocket OF pair of trousers.
Mr.. Smoot on Tuesday last was assistant grand
marshal Of a successful tournament Bailey 8
Cross Roads, Va, few miles south OF Washing
ton.
by the heat while in Washington Thursday. and
ILL.,
Mrs. Joseph Walton and Master Pelham Walton
OF I'D street have gone on visit 10 Mrs. Walton :
parents, in Anne Arundel county, Nd to be absent
several weeks.
Mr. and Mis-. W. II. Mcneil the Misses Olive
and Catherine Mcneil and Mr. and Mrs Leech
have goEe 10 Old Point and vicinity to spend the
month of September
The bridge at Frankfort and 22d streets has been
TRANS. as well as those owning vehicles.
MIR. Burke and family of Langdon have removed
to Washington for the fall and winter
Mr.. Charles Adriance, formerly assistant station
accepted a position with Mr.. ID. +. Edwards, in
Washington.
and Miss Ella George have returned to their home
here, after an absence Of several weeks amo AZ
relatives in Georgia.
The official board of the VI. f. Sunday school
reelected. and Miss Lizzie Warren chosen
assistant librarian.
Rev. L. J. Clark. pastor Of Langdon NJ. L. Church.
and his wife expected to leave this evening for
the home OF Mrs. Clarks parents, in New Jersey
where they will spend the ensuing week
On account Of the absence from LangdoB tomor
of Washington will preach at the Langdon NJ. H.
Church.
formerly of Missouri. has removed to Langdon
where he will In future reside.
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FALLS CHURCH,

meeting Of the Village improvement Society
for the purpose of recognizing for the winter vas
held Monday night at the residence Of Mr. L. n
Parker, with A. p. Eastman president presiding
and William Stranahan secretary. The annual elec-
ton Of officers resulted in the selection II l.. q.
Parker president; Geo. A. L. Merriheld vice pces-
ident; William Stranahan. secretary; M E. Church
treasurer; Mrs. A. P. Eastman, assistant secre.
tary. Executive committee, In. addition to the
above officers: Mrs. ]. B. Could Messrs Geo. W.
Hawxburst. Rev. D. L. Rathbun and E. c. Hough
H. e. Church submitted his annual report as
treasurer, showing a balance on hand of SIS o2
An appropriation Of $40 was made to cid In tax
Ing CELSIUS Of the population Of the town. as
ordered by the town council. 1t was decided to
have lecture during the wi:,ter and
Messrs. G. A. L. Merrifeld, E. c. Houch and
William Strsnahan were appointed committee to
select Lecturers and arrange Details Messrs. NJ
were appointed a committee to act with the com
mittee from the town council in placing sign
boards Ut the corners Of the streets. Rev. John
pointed to continue the efforts to secure change
10 the names CT the post Offices at East End and
the bylaws Of the society and report at the next
meeting. On invitation Of Mr.. Merrifeld the 30
eiety decided to hold Its next meeting at his res
idence. The failure of the council to light the
street lamps was discussed. but no action taken.
A delightful dance was given by Miss Arita
q large number Of her friends Ambog those pres.
ent were Misses Louise Stetson, Edith Merriheh,
May Barry. Kate Hiett Nellie Stetsm, Emmn
gret Nourse. May Davenport. Jennie Mc{sowan,
Belle Davenport. Lizzie McGowan. Anabel RoweIi,
nsa e.. ws S.. snd F G,S.n
Young. Archie Huriburt, n r. Rorebeck. Caas.
Mciow.n. Pyan Albertsoa. Lee Hfett. Curtis
Mayor J. d. Payne had before him On Monday
three t6iorsd youths for being DRUNK and diser-
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BRIGEITMOOp.

Mrs T.. G. Wright ana daughter Teresa have
returned fr,m an extended visit friends in lex-
iigton. Miss Dixie Lee Sparkle Of that Iiace
accompanied her and Will tarry some weeks In
Bri-hiwud
The family 81 Mr.. John W Keene returned Mon
day from Colonial Beach. where they occupied a
cottage during the summer. Mr.. Willard Keene
Is AT home also. after having been engaged for
some months in the mines Of North Carolina
The September business meeting Of IN. Young
Peoples Society Of Christian Endravor ~ Emory
chapel viii he held TUESDAY evening nj tho resi-
d,hce OF Mr.. W. = D'tWrilsr. n Des Noinrs
day
Mr.. Harry Gwin has moved his family into the
iiNiiatiis are out for a straw ride io I've given
next "Wednesday evening by soIne II IN. Young
l"ride OF tie Park In horror - Miss Dixie Lee
Sprake The start viii lie made AT 80 that even
ing In a large Surfing wagon.
oinct.r torin had great difficulty In arrcs. ling
TWO col"red men, Silas johnson and Lincoln How
nrd. Sunday morning. The men were very disor-
Derry on shepard read Mt the time mentioned and
nsied several ladies' he fore the officer approached
MT John q. kccne is entertaining the Misses
Scleicher 81 PEORIA IN
Mrs W. c. Heitmullcr has during the mast two
weeks been entcria lining her mother and sister Mir.
and Miss Slencler
flans are being prepared for two dwellings 10
he erected by Mr.. VIM NJ Clarion ad5ouing his
residence Flint street -
EIound was broken this week for the dnnl,le house
%, Mr. Thomas siundon. opposite the home OF Sir.
Tolson on Erie street
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BROOKLAND.

Much regret is felt here at the death Of DR..
Buck Of Rock Creek Church, whose funeral &C.
CURED Tuesday, at the Rock Creek Church, and
was attt nded by a great number OF Brooklanders.
DIR. Buck much beloved here, having preached
u number Of times at the Church Of Our Savior,
which until recently mission Of Rock Creek
Church parish.
| Miss Nettie Etz has just returned from Mar
grnna, Va.
Mrs j. B. Lord, jr Mr. John wignall and
Mr. Lynch and family have returned from Mar
ganna, Va, where they have been spending the
summer.
DIR. and Mrs. Albert Jackson have returned from
Rev. ]. T. Grove has returned from his sum-
ginia and at Atlantic City, and has resumed the
regular Sunday services at the Church of Our
Savior
Rev. r. r. West has returned from his summer
vacation and conducted the services at the Queens
H Mns Of h Sn s, sGdp Sssn ws Rev,
pulpit during August
the fall The s has eenp was its meetings bes for
night ard was conducted by Miss Bessie Lynch
Mrs j. B. Lord jr, viii conduct % tomorrow night
Brookland September Is.
Mrs Crook and children. Florence, Ella. Louis
and Annie, have returned from pleasant visit
to Newport News.
Mr.. and Mrs. Policy and family have returned
house Fort street.
Mr.. and Mrs. Eaton Brooks and children are
the guests of DIR. and Mrs. J. Henry Brooks.
=, There was quite an attraction at the home Of
Mrs. Charles Davis. on Omaha street. Thursday
night night blooming having in full bloom
four blossoms. The house was thronged with
many frieLds.
Much sympathy has been extended to Mr.. c. H.
E.tz on account of the death Of his wife, which
occurred last Sunday. The funeral took place
Tuesday ut the Queenstown Baptist Church. where
the services were conducted by Mr.. r. Il. West,
who made a short ADDRESS.
There WAS special meeting of the board of
managers of the BrOoklapd Hall Wednesday night,
the object being to perfect arrangements for in
PRODUCING water into the different stores In the
building and arranging toilet rooms for ladies
and gentlemen, when the hall is rented for enter
tainments. 1t is expected that the improvements
in this respect Will be entirely finished by the
LIST Of October.
The BrOokiand public school building is being
put In condition for the opening Of the school
term. which will take place week from next
Monday. Mr.. C. X. Finckel will be the principal
as heretofore. 1t is not expected there Will be
many changes in the corps Of teachers.
Miss King will have charge Of the Woodburn
school. and it is anticipated that there will be
an increased attendance at the coming term.
Misses Fannie Brawner and Martina Yznaga
are arranging for entertainment to be given
the last of this month In behalf Of the Order Of
the Christ Child.
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derby at East End On Saturday night. and they
We're fined $40 and costs each. The town author
gathering VIII be strictly enforced hereafter.
fhe sergeant has been Instructed to arrest on
iosicatins liquor within the corISration.
Rev Geo w Truett win preach In the Baptist
pastor. Rev. j. W. Kincheioe.
Mrs &. W. Sims has rented and moved In the
house Of Mr.. F. A GreenouSh.
Mr.. j. H. Claiborne and family have moved to
Washington.
The CHRISTIAN Epdeavor rally at the Presbyterian
Church Friday night was largely attended. Delcsa-
items fiom the societies at Baliston. M. Olset.
Lncolnia and Merriied present. Rev. f. L.
Benson of Alexandria president Of the local union
Of northern Virginia, delivered an interesting sd
Professor Fl. F. Lowe led the young peoples
meeting Sunday night.
The corner stone Of the new Methodist Shursh
len. DID, Of Washington delivered the address on
Mr.. NJ. Z. Church has rented to Mr.. W: r.. King
of the pension Office the property at West Falls
Church bei1ngins to Mr. l. 5 Gordon :, -. farm,
belonging to the Misses Ball to Mr j. f. Davis
The public graded school OF the town will CON-
lnence its term Monday next with corps OF four
Professor II. A. Murrn and BRIDE nee Lut-
trell returned from Shannonddle Springs. W. Va.
Monday and are stopping with her parents They
Mr.. c. +. Mankin Will erect in the future
a fine two-story brick building on Broad street
near his present store, which Will be occupied
by Mr. Geo. T. Mankin drug store
job HawNhurst chairman of the republican con-
mittee Of Fairfax county. has called meeting Of
the committee at Fairfax {. H. for Monday. Sep
temper 70 TO consider questions OF interest 10 the
party in the county.
Miss Addle Mae Sporord left for Utah We'd
nesday. Miss SIoiford has been appointed commits
sioner by the United States court to take deposi
lions in the Indian depredaiioHs claims.
DIR. William Ash Of Washington has made
tensive improvements his place here and will
move out the 18th.
Morton +. Church and Samuel +. Stalcup sold on
"Wednesday the Hetty J. Roach property near Falls
Church to b j. Northrup agent for the bond
holders. for 81. 400.
Mr. NJ. F. Church has sold lot on Center street
to j. W. Crawford of Washington. ID. G.. for $500
j; W Garner is preparing to build his lot
The Catholics gave hazaar and dance In the
odd Fellows Hall Wednesday evening, which
very largely attended.
There will be Christian Endeavor social at
the Residence OF Mr.. q. W. Hawxhurst Monday
evening.
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exhibitions. For one thing, the horrible
rrinor went abroad that the public was
firing of these subjects, and that paintings
ticketed Gloucester no longer commanded
as ready a sale in New York. CoIse
quently some deserted for Annisquam. a
picturesque town five miles away, where
there is very fourishing art colony. but
Gloucesters position is too firmly estab-
ished on merit for it to lose many of its
devotees. 1t has always found especial
favor with WaShingtonians and among
the painters who have been staying here
this season are Mr.. Parker Mann, Mr.. Carl
Weller. DR. Francis Ransom Lane. Mr..
William Fuller Curtis Miss Jane Brigham
Curtis. Miss Alice Willoughby and Miss
Sara Bartle.
Some parts of the town of Gloucester are
not very savory, though one could hardly
expect anything less of place that Is gen
orally conceded to be the greatest fishing
port in the United States. But even those
wharves most redolent with the odor of
salt fish well repay visit of inspection,
especially if a schooner has just arrived
from the Grand Banks. The dock is then
scene of the greatest activity. A group
of men is engaged in lifting the fish from
the hold of the vessel, where they have
been packed with ice, and when dumped on
the wharf the different kinds are sorted
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FAIRFAX COURT HOUSE.

The social event Of the past week In Fairfax
was a german, largely attended, and led by Dr.
Lewis Green Of Alexandria and Miss Margaret
Moore Of Fairfax. 1t was held in the old MILL
where a good floor and attractive music left moth
ing to be desired
The corner stone OF the new Oakton NJ E.
Church. near here, was laid Thursday with ap.
propriate ceremonies. Rev. W, R. Stricken, DID,.
pastor of Hamline Nh E. nfhurch. Washington,
delivered the address ,at III an. and all who
heard him were happlyr entertained. Dinner and
other Refreshments wers served the ground
with ample accommedadionudor all. There was
also a musical feature and other attractions The
PROD eeds OF the occasion are for the benefit Of
the church. 4, m
for long time withoa Lingering Illness. died
Tuesday night. He was, one Of Fairfa1's Oldest
citizens. having been Born near Vienna. in this
funeral services took plare Thursday at the house.
cemetery ar
Cards are out for the marriage of Miss Mabel
Ginnelley to Mr.. Charles Blatchley, Wednesday
evening, September q, at clock, at the resi-
dence OF Mrs. Ginnelleys thedbrides mother.
Mrs e w Pierce of Michigan. who has lately
moved to Washington, DC, Us the guest Of her
bAseef, mis-. uoiproo3 e. Is
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IN the prcscnce Of few Of their intimate friends
Rev. Lewis L. Iaoyd ofielnted. The bride is a
daughter OF Nj. H. T.. Irilsbury Of washiueto.
Among those Who were present were Mr. n n
henson. Mrs j. n. McCormick Miss Viola Tran
and Mr.. Edgar Renson
The lAyfoIssile Touring mills and the fine farm
OF Mr. James ). Benson Sid at pul,lic ssla
saturday by Mr.. W. Neiis Bouic. attorney Mr.
tiing purchased the mills AT s. spo and the farm
Mobley. ~
Mr.. and Mrs. Nathan Cooke and their daughters.
MS Mary Moore and Miss Mamie u. c-Ae have
lett for CSfnn Springs. Va, where Mr. C.s,Rs
hopes TO regain her health She has been seriously
AT meeting of the town council this w.ee at
the home OF Mayor Harvey W. Gladhill H.. de-
iinqu"ni tax list for the year 1885 was taken an
Tor consideration Bailin Charles A. Spafes r,pnff-
cd surprising amount Of taxes uncnllectei He
was authorized "a at proceed according 10 tho
town law tn collect th. same.
Mr.: he-,rge L. Robertson, who was badly in
Jured 10y being run ht Germantown station
on the raiircad. has sufficiently improved - re-
turn 10 his h"mr from Providence Hospital. Wash
lnrton His wounds necessiinte freqaent visits 10
me hospital Tor Treatment. and II WIN be a long
Tune probably before he can return to his post In
the railway service -
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BALLSTON.

Mr.. Victor McCreary and Mr.. Albert Goldenwork
have purchased lots OF Mr.. j. E Clements
Otto Birch. Of Mr.. Willard Birch died at
the home Of his aunt. Mrs. Collision 23d and
I Streets Saturday evening, September 4, at b:45
o'clock, after painful illness of nearly a year.
The funeral took place from Mt. Olivet NJ. p.
Church. Revs. J. W. Norris and T. Z. Andrews
conducted the services.
Mr.. Thompson and family hnve moved into their
house. just completed. Ballston avenue,
Mr.. e Putnam has purchased q lot at the cor
Of Railroad and Clements avenues end In befld-
ing comfortable cottage upon 1t.
Baiiston school will not open until the first
Monday in October.
Messn. C. v. Wilson and r. H. Phillips have
opened lumber yard At the station.
The Ladies' AID Society Of the Presbyterian
Church met In the Sunday school room Friday at
Mr.. Marshall Of Chicago has taken charge Of
Mr. Gids1n's poultry farm and expects his wife
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GLENCARLYN, VA.

Labor day was celebrated here in a quiet yet
most enjoyable way. large portion Of the resi-
dents passed the holiday at home, but many Of
the younger generation attended a picnic at the
''Old Springs" arrangements for which We're
made upon the arrival Of Mr.. Harry f. Olcott
and a party OF friends the morning train from
Washington. "Old Glory" for the first time in
over a month. foated proudly Curtis Hall.
in the center OF the town.
An excursion to the Great Falls of the Potomac
is scheduled for today. The party, numbering
about dozen persons, left at o'clock this morn
ing for that resort. the intention being TO spend
the entire day at the falls. and make the return
trip by moonlight at a late hour.
Owing to the fact that invitations had been
out for some time past for ball at Falls Church
last evening, it was thought best to postpone the
dance which was expected to take place at Cur
tbs Hall that night. 1t is understood, however.
that another date will be named for tie affair
District Assessor Matthew TrimbIe and family
hive returned from Atlantic City, n. j., and are
spending several weeks at their cottage this
place.
A party which the population If the village at
tended en- was given by Mrs. James L.
White at her handsome home on County avenue
The affair. a saIamagundi party, proved to he
a delightful mid-week event, great interest being
anifested in the exciting contest for the honors
In the awards Mr.. Chas. 1. Sims was named as
winner Of the first prize S while Miss Juliet GFa
result Of the evenings battle" Among those
PTsssnt were the foGwnf Fran, Ms sss Ms
and Mrs. Chas. Sims. Mr.. and Mrs. James l..
White and Mr.. and Mrs. W. NJ. Sto .kbrijge:
Mcssrs. Uber, William and Frank Eastman, o.
colt and Guriey. and the Misses Torrcyson Ora
ham, Stocking. White Gurley and -S.ockbridge.
The many friends of Mr.. Harry Mitchell gath
cred last Thursday evening at the grove on the
Lorthern edge of the town to participate ia the
much talked-of roast given under the direc-
tion of that gentleman.
Refreshment7 served during the evening
and several old fashioned games occupied the
time at the latter part Of the evenings entertain
meEt.
Among those present were Messrs. Cber. Sims,
Gurley, Stockbrdge, Young. Mitchell and Payne;
Mrs. NJ. C. Mitchell, Mrs. w. s. Stockbridge. and
the Misses Torreyson White, Stockbridge, Gurley,
Young and Stocking