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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-26

~ ttdlid II lNtHlN-SlN tlfntS as large
as the United Kingdom. fifteen times as
large as France and almost equal to the
nted States.
It has been calculated that if pound
OF thread made from spiders webs were
required. it would occupy nearly 2S onl
spiders fun Year to furnish it,
There is no plant which animals so de-
test as the castor oil plant. A goat will
StafNe rather than eat it. and those de-
StroNers of everything green the locust
and army worm, will not feed upon it,
Night blindness is a peculiar affection
81 .he eye IN which the patient sees VERY
Well during the day, but becomes blind
as night approaches. 1t is mostly met
WITH IN warm climates. and usually gives
way to mild treatment.
French lad named Tremouillet at the
age Of 49, was captured by Algerian mir
ateS IN the year 1889 and carried to the
town of Dram. There four Years later he
married an Arab woman and has re-
manned in the place ever since For for
tN-three years he has been health Off
Ger o. the port, and is still vigorous and
dishltied at the wonderful age of 1875
The tower at New Brighton is complct
ga. II IS the highest structure in Eng
lahd The summit now rearS its head ON
feet above the level of the Old Dock sill
al Liverpool. OF course the structure
itself is not that height. but the 1860 tons
of steel which have been put into If nv
Messrs Handysde of Derby are 50 ar
ranged as to ascend an actual height
above the sround-which itself is q CON
considerably more than the Blackpon1
tower. the Eiffel there being only IN
feet. leaving New Brighton With nm nd
vantage of hfty-two feet.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-26

dy and Brittany. whore the fishermen en-
ploN them. as already described. for an
nouncinG to the fish dealers the amount
Of their catch"
1t is a popular error to suppose that a
carrier pigeon will under any circum-
stances return to its cote Pigeons have
at first to be taken short distances from
home and released. and day or two aft
erward taken further away and let loose,
untl they are habitudted to certain we'll
defined routes. which they follow almost
as closely as i railway train does the
metals Of its roadbed. A pigeon accus-
toned to Tho route from HdVre to Mar
settles for instance would he Of no use
on the line from Marseilles to Havre and
mHch less so in flight between Paris
ana toulo@nc or any other two points
All This indicates the Importance attached
to the proposed plan or rearing !; special
breed Of transatlantic carrier pigeons. the
success of which is so confidently pre-
dcted bN Captain RaNnaud. whose mis-
sion in the United States can scarcely fail
To awaken exceptional interest
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-26
A CARD.

To my friends in Kennebec valley:
| take pleasure in Introducing to You
Mr.. ". A. Carlisle, who represents The
NJ. Steinert 4 Sons Co., piano dealers,
Portland. Me. believe him to be ~.
right in ali his dealings. What he tells
You at night. you will find true in the
morning. He is located permanently in
this city, and those desiring a first class
piano at the lowest possible price, and on
the most liberal terms, will do we'll to
call Oh him before purchasing.
P.O. Vickery.
Augusta, Me-, April Z, 1898.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-26
HIS GENIUS PRODUCED GUNS.
The Inventor Of the Springfield Rifle Atterward
Made Arms for the Confederacy.
CFrom the Macon Telecranh

tt'rom the Macon Telegraph(
Few people know that the inventor Of
the famous Springfield rifle and the first
breechloadinS cannon lies buried in Rose
Hill cemetery in this city yet such is
the case, as official records will prove.
Hiram II. Harrington was perhaps the
greatest inventor of guns the world has
ever known. as nearly all of those now
IN use in this and foreign countries either
cannon or small firearms, are only i'm
provements on his ideas. and had he
been less of 4 patriot and more of Il
money lover. those of his family now
alive would be rolling in wealth. But he
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-26
ABOUT CUBA.
A Brei Resume Of Her History to Date.

The following brief history of Cuba is
taken from the Outlook:
Broadly speaking. ii may truly be
said that the history of Cuba is one
continuous story of misgovernment.
Since Cuba's first settlement by Span
iards in l5l1, Spain has regarded it as "a
source of income rather than an in
teSral part of its kingdom. In early
days 1t was constantly threatened by
hllbuStcrs and buccaneers, and it's trade
was carried on by Il single chartered
company. In 1862 England held Havana
FOR ten months, and under an open
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-26

by our government, and, partly
as a result of that protest, Gen. Weyler
was recalled and more humane and
method of warfare substituted
under Gen. Blanco, against whom no
charges of cruelty or dishonor have been
nrp ferreu
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-26
Steinway. Hartman, Gab|er, Pease
James & H0lmstrom and other
High Grade Pianos.

The unique Aeolian and the Aeriol
(self playing piano.
A full line of music, small instruments
and musical merchandise.
# unable to call on us, write to us for
any information desired and your letter
Will receive prompt attention. Catalogues
mailed free, lowest prices, most liberal
terms.
ol1 CONGRESS ST, PORTLAND. ME.
T. c. McGOULDRIC.
Manager.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-26

n the
he
the
substituting the
met the British tfoops-iarpers
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-26
Proposed Service Uniform For
the u. S. Army.

The accompanying sketch shows the
proposed new uniform for the United
states army and volunteers suggested
by General Nelson A. Miles for use in
active service in the field. The ma
terial is grayish-hrown duck, the fac
ings to be according to the arm Of the
service: Red for artillery, yellow for
cavalry. and blue for infantry The
hat is Of gray felt. with band, coclade.
and pompon of the same color as the
facingS, The boots Of artillery and
cavalry viii be russell color. while ii is
Yet undecided whether the infantry
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-26
The Little Encyclopedia.

Australia is twenty-siX times as large
as the United Kingdom. fifteen times rs
large as France and almost equal to the
| nited States
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-04-26
NJ. STElNERT &S0NS Co,

The leading piano music house own
ing ana operating fifteen large stores.
Sole New England representatives for the
sale of
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08
Ne HATED TO LIE.
A Negro Pioneer Who Rose Superior
.AM TO His Preiudicc,

William Thomas is negro whose remark
able aim in life is to, Under all circumstances,
tell only the truth William was indicted
Oy the next to the last grand jury for grand
larceny, and he was brought from Jail this
morning to be arraigned, Thomas has what
is termed tough case, so he agreed with
the prosecutor to plead guilty and receive
the minimum sentence-two years IN the
penitenuary. ,.,, ..ly.
':.Stand up, Thomas, said Judge Wotford.
'"Are,you guilty or not guiltyT
J, judge answered the man, with sigh,
II do hate TO tell lie, but guess III have
to, I'm guilty." >
sob, you hate to tell lie, do you? l
won't let any man plead guilty If he thinks
The is innocent. You Il stand trial
This was exactly what Williams attorney
f"Your honor" he said "this man is not
accustomed to court ways. He did not mean
that .o ~. I..
"That's right, Judge. never was in
court before, and don't think ! quite got
YOU" tu.s
"You may not understand much law" re.
torted the court, "but you know whether
you went into that store and stole those
goods" .t
F'"Oh, yes, sir, done that"
1.-Two years kansas City Star.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08
A FRIENDS ADVICE.
And what it led to.

r,.rv a vouuger woman. Ever since my
recovery have takena comp. o,;no and
OF DR.. Ayers Sarsapailia eaen mn GOOD
am quite satisfied that owe ~. sssts.
health TO this treatment: ! givs I'VE, i, ~.
monial purely in the hope that :. my
meet the eye OF some poor
MARY LINGARp, Woodstock, ont
DIR. Ayers Sarsaparilla has Won i,s way
N every corner OF the world by the praise
III ia friends those who have trlso anu
who know theyewere cured by the gss OF
he remedy! There is nothing so stSPnE
rs this personal testim ony. 1t throws W
theories and fancies to the winds anS
stands soiidly upon the rock Of expert
ence challenging every skepuc with
nositiye ~ knoo." Ayers Sarsapatilla
with It's purifying and vithiizins action on
the blood Is a radical remedy LOT every
form of disease that begins IN tain.euo OF
impure blood. Hence tumofs. seIss'
ulcers, hollis, eruptions and s,nilaf nis-
eases. yicid promptly 20 this mfdiSine'
some cases are more stubborn thanotheIsr
hut nersisteuce with DR.. Ayers Sarsapa-
riiia usually results in a complete CUE
Mary Iingard began with bottle am
went on to n course of DR.. Ayers Sarsapa.
rilla. When she was cured she fealize0
that n medicine that could cure uisease,
could also prevent II. SO she took COUP.
of bottles each spring and kept IN peiiect
health. There are thousands OF simiIor
cases on record. Some OF THESE, are
gathered into DR., Ayers Curebook, niue
book OF 100 pages which is sent Tree ny tne
]. c. Aver Co., Lowell, Mass Wtite ioi IL
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08

II Is not common occurrence that, a
friendly word should be the means OF Civ.
Ing nearly forty years Of happiness and
health to The person needing the advice 1t
carried. This was the case with Mary
Lingard. At twenty-five she was dragging
out her days in misery. At sixty-one she
finds herself so active and strong she can
do work that would shame many younger
woman, and looks back on thirty-six
happy, healthful years Of industry. But
let her tell her story;
"Thirty.six years ago had great trouble
with my liver. The doctors allowed that
there were tumors growing on 1t, and they
blistered my side IN an effort to give me
relief. I was at that time earning my
living as tailoress, but for five years,
between the pain in my side and the
blisters I was in constant misery, and
work was drag TO me, with no prospect
of relief; fortunately for me, however, a
friend advised me to take DR.. Ayers Sar
saparilla, and finally persuaded me to take
a regular course of it. When l first com
menced taking the Sarsaparilla my side
was so painful that could not fasten my
dress, and for time / did not get any
relief, but my friend advised me to per:
severe and relief was sure to come, and
come II did. This happened, as say,
thirty-six years ago. My liver has never
troubled RE since, and during these years
have passed through the most critical
period OF a woman's life without any par
ticuiar trouble, and to-day, at sixty-one
years of age, am active and strong, and
able to do days work that would upset
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08

There is always something myster:-
GUS in knowledge to the ignorant, AMI
of all the professors of science the doc
tor has succeeded in remaining the
greatest exoterist. There is a thicS
wall of mystery that hides his schools
from the world; the halo of mystitica-
ton hangs over the dissccting room and
the laboratory. No one but the initiated
can read the hieroglyphics of his pre-
scriptions, and he is bound to his craft
by hippocratic oath. When the doc
tor enters the sick room the profanc
are excluded. REV Dr. Voorsanger,
Hebrew. San Francisco, Cal.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08
she REMOVED Htn uoNprr.
unused 10 ci,s ways, hut she Apprc.
ptated the fiu,nof,

" was during one ~ The most severe snow
storms which Chicago has experienced mi,
winter. and Tie umbrella which little bill
9l woman vas carrying IN front Of hol
lace. standard beatet fashion, cnlne intt
el,nHlhg contact with the smart bonnet
Whiel, WINS balanced 90 The head Of III,
cpihrly ltshwomhn who vas making hol
way. but1ened with heavy yalise, in th,
opposite direction,
Tourist III town for the day onlyl'
might have bccn posted upon her. 50 tnrnia
ihkably did she belong ~ this class Of via
it,ors second glance betrayed The fact thai
she was undoubtedly crossing the city from
one depot TO another.
when the umbrella caught In her bonnet
which was anchored to position by lis velvet
strings alone, the bonnet was worgtcl In
the struggle. The little woman sailed on
VIGOROUSLY, hardly stopping for the con
ventlonal word of apology, and the out of
town woman was left lamenting, her bonnet
hanging around her neck by the strings and
the thickly falling snow powdcring hel
glossy black hair. But not for long did sh,
lament.
Sure she said, merrily, as she lowered
her great satche TO a convenient doorst er
and prepared to right her il.treated head
gear again, '"Oive been hearing for SOM
tonne that they made Their women take of
their bunnits in public places IN Chicago
put VI nlSyer supposed they did it fer then
in Their sthreets."
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08
A VIGOROUS BATTLE.

From the New Era, Greensburg, Ind.
The following is straightforward state
ment Of facts by a veteran of the late war.
No .comrade will need further proof than
their friends own words, as here given
Squire John Castor, of Viewpoint Ind, is
the narrator, and an honest, respected cit
izen he is, too He said: 81 have been troub.
by my exposure there. 1t came on me grad.
ually, and kept getting worse until | was
unable to do any work. | tried several
physicians, but they did me no good They
said my trouble was rheumatism resulting
in disease of the heart, and that there was
no cure for it. Nevertheless had lived and
fought the disease for thirty years, and did
not intend to die, simply because they said
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08
Catarrh Cannot lie Cured

with Local Applications, as they cannot
reach the seat of the disease. Catarrh is a
blood or constitutional disease, and in order
to cure it you must take internal remedies.
Halls Catarrh Cure is taken internally, and
acts directly on the blood and mucous sur.
faces. Halls Catarrh Cure is not a quack
medicine. 1t was prescribed by one OF the
best physicians in this country for years,
md is a regular prescription. 1t is com.
posed of the best tones known, combined
" on the mucous S1USq surfaces The perfect %f
combination Of the two ingredients is what
produces such wonderful results in curing
Catarrh. Send for testimonials, free.
+. j. CHENEY & Co, Props, Toledo, o.
Sold by all druggists, price 7jc.
Halls Family Pills are the best.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08

What is"skepticism in its many glar-
ing forms, If it is not the human choice
supreme and depriving God of His
choice concerni ng us? There would
be no such thing as skepticism in all
the world if men would only believe
that God is interested in them and
able to work greater advantages than
any puny choice of their own can accom-
plish Rev. Robert Macdonald, Baptist,
BROOKLYN. n. Y.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08

Both tho method and results when
Syrup Of Figs is taken; it is pleasant
and refreshing to the taste, and acts
gently yet promptly on the Kidneys,
Liver and Bowels, cleanses the sys.
tenn effectually, dispels colds, head.
aches and fevers and cures habitual
constipation. Syrup of Figs is the
only remedy of its kind ever pro.
duced, pie Using to the taste and &C.
ceptable TO the stomach, prompt in
its action and truly beneficial in its
effects, prepared only from the most
healthy and Observation-Disclosures, its
many excellent qualities commend it
to all ard have made it the most
popular remedy known.
Syrup Of Figs is for sale in so
cent bottles by all leading drug.
gists. Any reliable druggist who
may not have it on hand will pro-
cure it promptly for any one who
wishes to try:it. Donot accept any
substitute. : e .'
CALIFORNIA RIO syrup co.
SAN FRANCISCO, CAL. +,
LOUISVILLE, Ky. NEW YORK, N.Y.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08
Legal wit.

"What's the matter there" said the
Judge 10 the defendant in the suit, who had
just been released from the witness stand,
and was rummaging amongst the jury.
1--WE lost my hat, i" replied the defendant,
in an injured tone
perhaps Mr.. H has it," said the dc.
PENDANTS counsel, indicating the counsel for
the other side.
"Not l." replied that gentleman, "but |
hope to have his whole suit before we get
through. Chicago Tribune.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08
Party Spells.

The treatment of public places as
spoils to be parceled out by victorious
leaders among their henchmen, is a
source of scandal and corruption. An
attempt has been made to check this
process by legal regulations, by what
is known as the civil service rules: but
the men, whose trade is politics. are de-
termined to overthrow this system. -'
Rev. Washington GLADDEN., Columbus,
n
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08
Sound Money Discu..ion..

Between now and next presidential cleo
ton there viii be hosts of discussions OF the
questions OF Sound money and silver,
However opinions may be divided on these
points, there is but one public and, probes
siona opinion, and that is favorable one,
regarding the merits of Hostetters stomaeh,
Bitters as remedy for and preventive OF
malaria, as well as a curative oil kidney con-
plant dyspepsia, constipation, liver trou
HE and rheumatism.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08
The Old and the New.

We live in au age when there is @
clamor for everything new, among
these cries being one for a new Gospel.
Some say that education is all that is
necessary. The little red schoolhouse
in every village, and the bigger one in
every city is all we want. Others
would substitute for the church and
the cross new environment. The old
Gospel. ever new. is the need of the
hours. Rev A. j. Rowland, Baptist,
Philadelphia, Pa.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08
Ind Investment.

Mrs. Holden-John, wen never be able to
save a cent if you don't quit being so ex.
travagant.
Mr. IIolden-Why, my dear, I'm not at
all extravagant.
eyes, you are. There's that accident
policy you bought nearly year ago, and
you haven't used it once; if that isn't ex.
travagance don't know what it s."-Chi-
cago Evening News.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08
Oh, what Splendid Coffee

Mr.. Goodman, Williams Co., H., writes:
From one package Salzer's German Coffee
. Berry costing l5c i grew 300 lbs of better
coffee than can buy in stores at 80 cents o
A package Of this and big seed catalogue
Is sent you by John A. Salzer Seed Co., La
crosse. WIS.,, upon receipt of Is cents stamps
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08
Whit Puzzled Him.

The most ignorant man in America lives
in st. Louis The other day he asked his
%S% emp y6 T6 So was reading adm E S5y
whiteT'-k lnsas City Star
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08
Hard Luck.

"What made you quit The club, Billy"
treason enough, can tell you, worked
five years to be elected treasurer and then
they insisted on putting in cash register"
boston Traveller. So.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08

In the advertisement of the John A. Salzer
Seed Company, La Crosse, Wis, a few weeks
since, the price of potatoes was inadvertent.
ly placed at Sl.05 per BARREL this should be
Sl.& pr barrel. We advise sending cents
postage for Salzer's catalogue.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08
Not Worried About Ills Ancestors.

81 can trace my ancestors back to hun.
dred years before William the Conqueror. >"
"Well, can't trace mine that far, but !
haven't the slightest doubt that some of
them we're living even .----'ier than that. =
Cincinnati Enquirer.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08

must, so l hunted up some remedies for
iiams' Pink Pills for Pale People. asked
some of my neighbors about the medicine,
for it had been used by several persons in the
community, and they recommended it
very highly. | procured box. The pills
helped me right away, and continued TAX
ing them. | commenced taking them last
fall, and finished taking the sixth box few
months ago. | am not bothered with the
rheumatism now-the medicine has cured
me. can most certainly recommendDr. vii.
liams' Pink Pills for Pale People"
These pills are not only good for rheuma.
tism, but are invaluable for any disease that
arises from impoverished, or bad blood.
They do not act on the bowels.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08
Americas
Greatest II.
Medicine

"Aa.'ssi, heesase u dees via, All oth..
mealelhes iall 70 ae Az M ias,anes
., i,s peeullaf ana ususual ena,,vs
pewet, consider He mest iusidiaus
disease ahd the disease wbleh ,a,n,s
.he bleed Of NEST peapa ppoduoi"a
ihealeulabls suffering " many wh,,a
N ethefs " 10 . ialapl 6rs lahla ~
' a".ss 'e'o @ilFlt aud produces hnlold
misery on Tho lsast pregocallbn,
Scrofuln Is tbe only MImen, Ia
Wnleh tNo human family Ia suMeet. Of
WHEN Tho above sweeping sntemea,
van honestly DO made Now, medi
elhe 'iat thli meet ills common enemy
OF manAlod ahd repeatedly eject lho
wonderful ontes Hoods Ha,separllla
uas' clearly has Tie Hight 10 lhe llllo Of
Americas 3realasl Msdieins
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08
Aids.

Fannie--1 wonder where Mr., Reggie got
his lovely English accent. He's American
born.
Queenie+4Why, l heard he bought his
teeth in London,
GLOW clever of him. Philadelphia Call.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08
Handsome Metal Paper Cutter and
Book Mark Combined

Sent free of postage under sealed cover on
receipt of ten cents in silver or stamps.
The latest, best and most servceabea djunct
Of every library and office Address Geo. II.
Heafford, 40 Old Colony Building, Chicago,
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08

Lots of boys say they cannot stand the
confinement of the schoolroom, who can
stand to loaf around billiard hall every day.
-Washington Democrat.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08

i suspect there has been some crooked
WORK gong on here, he said. And he was
TT,ght' Ills wife had been driving nails
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08

Practice makes perfectaiiins t tbs p; aSse
the neghbors feel like smashihS'A' p'"H'
Chicago Daily News,
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08

To Cure a Cotti in One Day
Take Laxative Bromo Qn'nine iaoi "s. OK AZ
druggists refund money II u lails 70 o'se' -''"'
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08

Piso's Cure u the medicine 70 Nv n'e M n
ehildreps Coughs saf ! Mar Msrch 5, 'si.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08

.Clove-An article used in the manufacture
Of a counterfeit breath.-Chicago Daily
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08

Bachelor-A traveller on lfe's railway
who has missed his connections Chicago
Daily News.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08

"a moor speller always spells words the
h,rdast wav,--Washingto Democrat
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08
No Room to Turn.

"Did you ever turn over a new leaf the
first of the year,"
"Graciousl no; we live in a hat."-De-
troit Free Press
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08

Teacheri-At what age does a man usually
get bald?.
BRIGHT Pupil-WhGt kind of man-mar-
ried or single?--Chicago Evening News,
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08

Flac.raising is one of sosir standard In
dustries.-Chicago Daily News
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1898-04-08

purture. Surecure. Book free, Write iort
.oS ! Sherman, Specialist, Mt. Vernon,N'Y'