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afternoon at o'clock from his late resi-
dence on Franklin street
a telegram was received here last even
ing announcing the death of Col. Samuel
Johnson at Orange n. ]. Several wears
ago Col johnson resided in this CITY. being
connected with the civil engineer Depart
ment of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Company.
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An alarm of fire was turned in about 80
O'Clock this morning from box l21 for IRE
at M 9TH street northwest The upset
uhg OF a coal oil lamp caused the fire Not
much damage was done
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Qualified.
From Puck.

From Puck
FIRST f'ilipino-"When towns are cut off
IN south Africa information is sent by ma
tive runners"
Second Fiipino-"Runners? Saw we
there" We were
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tween them one-third of the whola 49,,
surface of the inhabited world. '''-1
Al Wardbury, Norway, the longest dav
lasts from May p to July - without inter.
ruption. 'i'ei
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SensOnable,

From the Yonkers Statesman
And do you raise roses this season of
the year," inquired the customer
'Oh, yes" replied the florist, rubbing his
hands; this is just the season when we
So a dozen" W ~
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on team. The capacity Of the aru1ory
nss ssen greatly increased, and elevated
seats have been erected for the occasion
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The Gar of Russia has far fewer subjects
tEan the queen. The British empire is
roughly. 9OoO.Ooo square miles, with $50
10000 inhabitants. The entire population
of Russia in Europe and Siberia is Just
under l35.0oo.0oo, distributed over $500 900
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THE LATE MINISTER ROMERO.
A Requiem Mass on the Annfversary
of His Death

There will be a requiem mass for the
repose of the soul of the late Mexican am
bassador, Senior Romero, on the anniver-
sary of his death Saturday, December 30
The mass will be said at s O'clock that
morning at st. Matthews Church, Rhode
Island avenue.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-12-25

A few weeks ago the Krupp factory turn
ed out its twenty-thousandth large gun tor
European armies.
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1t pays to read the want columns of The
star. Hundreds Of situations are filed
through them
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Crepon Skirts, choice patterns, well made.
h i,ne finish" ort h s4,'s. ST.
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Ladies' Suits, in Broadcloth. Venetians,
Homespuns and other desirable fabrics,
some with taffeta silk-lined jackets
the very latest effects-worth S1 n 7G
up TO So. 90. ..................a ~ o d ~
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No Inquest Necessary,

Anderson Brooks. colored. twenty-five
years old, died last night at No. ~ Pierce
street northwest without having been at
tended by a physician. Coroner Carr was
Notified. but as death resulted from nat
ural causes an inquest will not be held
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Atwood Plaid Skirts latest effects. ex-
s ssns.onally well made . worth SA.zS
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Ladies' Serge Skirts. latest idea, trimmed
with rows of stitched satin 60 5S
worth 81. 9S-at. spAe ~
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Leaving cold 10 get well II itself is a risky
Experiment. Remove the irritation with JayIc's
IypeCtu-ant
Bronchitis is distressing aud alarming disease;
hut JayEes ENpectorHnl viii cure IT,
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French Eli uric Seal Coats elegantly
lined with genuine SkiEner's satin latest
model - worth $50 = reduced 500 n
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Rainy Day Skirts, in handsome shades
of gray-all wool plaid lining-extra
heavy stitch ig-worth $3.50 Sd ZS
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French Electric Seal Capes, satin lined
1ail ss ssspred sssins finish. $lA.75
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Childrens Coats in many plain. rough and
fancy cloths; some with large sailor col
lars; elegant braided and nicely lined
latest novelties worth S10- rR Sc
at.............................. 1913
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Handsome Large Blistered Crepon Skirts
worth $15-at. spSe ~
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Astrakhar and Plain Cloth Capes, a superb
assortment. cut in newest designs. finely
lined, some trimmed with stitched broad
cloth. some trimmed with tippet CT 1R
fur-regular S12.50 value. ...... pIs y
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Hecht's Greater Stores.
Hecht's Greater Stores.
Hecht's s. Greater Stores.
We Start Tuesday
With Startling: Reductions.

from Freeima reached il O h rush
d unable hupan it for by Tuesday
o h din beate o
the price n ra thu really low ones We
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1899-12-27
CABOT.

The creamery paid "a A cents for No
vember butter. This was churn test,
which would be equal to 81 Is oil test.
= The nine children OF the Wade family
that have had the diphthera are all con-
vaescent and the quarantine is raised.
Allen Lasa had SO head of cattle de-
horned last Saturday
Miss Harriet Fisher is home from
Bethel during the holidays where she is
teaching in the Whitcomb high school.
Rev. Mr.. billiard has moved into the
parsonage and entered upon his duties as
pastor OF the Congregational church.
Two cases Of diphtheria have appeared
in the family OF John Mills at Lower
Cabot and they have been quarantined.
The school has been stopped for a week
and all meetings and public gatherings
have been cancelled by order of the
health officer.
Miss Julia Fisher teacher in the Plain
field graded school, is at home for one
weeks vacation.
Christmas was duly observed at the
Congregational and Methodist churches
and the attendances were large at both
houses. The chicken pie supper at the
vestry of the Congregational church was
well patronized and very nice as the
ladies OF the church always furnish.
The merchants report large sale Of
Christmas goods and trade the past
week.
Miss Lucia WiswelI, teacher in Hart
ford, is spending the holidays with her
aunt. Mrs. DR.. Wiswell
Hon. T. H. Lance was in Boston last
week for medical treatment.
Mr.. Fifeld, superintendent Of the town
farm, was sadly stricken in the sudden
death of his wife Friday, Dec. %. The
remains were taken to Worcester, her
former home where funeral services were
conducted Sunday afternoon by Rev.
Mr.. billiard of this town.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1899-12-27
EAST CABOT.

H. L. Houghton and wife were in St..
Johnsbury one day recently.
Mrs. Raymond who has been visiting
her son i'll Roxbury has returned to her
work at Harvey Goss'.
Mrs. Flora Cobb of Montpelier visited
at Mrs. w. l, Abbott's a few days since.
Mr.. and Mrs Leon Adams of Danville
were at M. p Halls over Sunday.
j. A. r. Glidden and wife of Barre,
formerly of this place, visited at c. T.
Adams recently.
Frank Peck is quite ill.
Miss Edna Goss is home spending the
holidays.
S. E. Houghton butchered two fine
hogs recently, one Of them dressing $50
pounds.
Mrs, Eugene E, Hall is on the sick list.
Charles Badger, accompanied by a
schoolmate, Arthur Houghton, spent
Christmas with his parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. Albert Badger OF Barre.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1899-12-27
LYNNON.

Mr.. Thompson, of Barre, visited his
brother-in-la W, William Hughes, the last
of the week.
Several family reunions are taking
place now; Capt. ]. ). Thompson and
wife entertained their children, George
ID. Thompson and wife and two children,
of Lyndonville, and Miss Anna Thomp-
son, OF St. Johnsbury, over Sunday.
Editor c. M. Chase had his children
all at home with him over Christmas 4;
Everett B. Chase, OF St Johnsbury John
b., of the Boston Law School, George A.,
of Greenfield, Mass Miss Jennie, who is
spending the winter at home, and Miss
Nellie, who is attending the Moody
school at Mortified.
Miss Henrietta Chase, teacher in the
st Adams High school, is with her
parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Henry Chase
also Miss Charlotte who is studying al
the kindergarten school in Boston, and
Robert. attending school at Meriden, N.
II.
Mrs. Bella Holtou has been quite poorly
for several weeks.
c. D. Wlcomb is in a very critical
condition and not able to sit up.
The U. o. G. c. held their annual meet
ing for the election OF officers Friday
evening and at the close of the business
session the members of the orders of
mechanics and of grangers were invited
in to participate in social dance, prom
enade, etc.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1899-12-27
EAST BURKE.

George Thurber is at home from the
scale shops for Christmas.
1t is reported that there is a case OF
canker-rash at Wesley Ames' near the
new mill
Mrs. George Kitteredge, who is spend.
ing the winter with her daughter, Mrs.
L. 6. Shurtleff, is very feeble.
The lumber men are anxious for snow.
Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Parker spent Sun.
day with Mrs. Parker's mother at ST..
Johnsbury Center.
Joel jenkins, who has been quite sick
for several days is out again.
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Legacy have gone
to housekeeping at Island Pond. He is
at work for the railroad company.
Mrs. j. B. Jenkins is able to ride out
and make short calls.
Miss Junella Coe who has been sick so
long with consumption is failing quite
rayidIy.
Harry Sims has gone to his home in
North Hadley, p. Q, to spend Christmas.
Miss Ida Sims is spending the holidays
with friends here.
The DarIings will continue work on
the grist mill after the New Year opens.
Mrs. Carl Frasier has Just purchased a
fine new upright piano.
H D. Webster has had large sale OF
holiday goods, larger than for some
years previous.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1899-12-27

and at O'Clock p. M, the regular
monthly conference OF the church will be
held, at which time there is to be roll.
call, and all resident members are re-
qutsted to be present and answer to
their names. II any cannot attend they
are requested to report themselves by
writing. Also any nonresident members
are asked to report by writing if unable
to be present.
Jeanette Craig Of Peacham is visiting
her brother, Rob Craig, and her uncle,
Fl. A. Blake, and other friends in this
vicinity.
G. NJ Campbell has been appointed by
the probate court guardian tor William
B. Palmer, who is very feeble
The farmers meetings held here by
members of the State Board of Agricul-
ture last Thursday and Friday were of
interest to those engaged in farming.
The topics were well presented, and there
should have been larger attendance.
But few were present from other towns
in this section and the people here
seemed to lack interest as some OF the
sessions were poorly attended.
The services at church Sunday morning
were appropriate to the season. scripture
readings, hymns, and an excellent SER
mon by the pastor, from Matt. 1:21.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1899-12-27
BANKRUPTCY Notice.
PETITION FOR DISCHARGE.

In jS 81; ss:f Sss E Bankruptcy,
10 the Hon. Hoyt Wheeler. Judge of the
District Court of the United States for
the District of Vermont.
John A. LaPorte of Lyndon, in the
County of Caledonia and State of Vermont
in said District respectfully represents.
That on the 9th day of June last
past he was duly adjudged bankrupt under
the acts of Congress relating to bankruptcy;
and rights Of property, and has fully COM
piled with all the requirements of said Acts
and of the orders of the Court touching
his bankruptcy:
Wherefore he prays that he may be decreed
by the court TO have full discharge from all
debts proyable against his estate. under said
Bankrupt Acts, except such debts as are ex-
cepted by law from such discharge.
Dated this 4th day of November A. d 1899.
JOHN A LAPORTE, Bankrupt.
ORDER OF NOTICE THEREON
United States District Court for the District
of Vermont.
John A. LaPorte, Bankrupt, Discharge
Notice is hereby given that John A.
LaPorte. Bankrupt, has filed his petition,
dated November 4th. 1899, praying for dis.
charge from all his debts in bankruptcy, and
that all creditors and other persons Directing
to such discharge may appear before me at
my office in st. Johnsbury aforesaid, on the
18th day ofJanuary 1900 at O'Clock p. m. and
then and there present their objections, il
any, to such discharge, with their proofs
thereon.
DAVID E. PORTER.
Referee in Bankruptcy.
December 10, 1899.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1899-12-27
SOUTH RYEuATE.

p. Gibson was in Montpelier last Sat-
urday on business.
The annual meeting of the w. c. T. U.
will be held with Mrs. Samuel Mills
Tuesday afternoon, Jan. 2, at 2 o'clock.
There was a Christmas tree with ap-
propriate exercises by the children at the
new church last Monday evening.
Ed. Walen who has been cerking for
Terry & George returned to his home in
Montpelier last Saturday.
]. R. W. Beattie opened his store in the
new block last Wednesday. This is fine
store and will be of great benefit to the
place. Mr.. Beattie has large and well
chosen stock OF goods and has done
good business since the opening. The dis
play OF Christmas goods in the windows
has been unusually fine for a country
store. We bespeak for Mr.. Bea.tie sue
cess in his new enterprise in this place.
Miss Mary Beattie, E. Porter, and
Bern. Terry are clerking for J. R. w.
Beattie, and they have been assisted in
the rush of business by Miss Marion
Doe and Charley Abbott.
The church tea held at A. H. Gibson's
last Friday afternoon was well attended
and enjoyed much by all.
Mrs. F. E. Goodell, who was visiting
her father, James Davidson, was called
home to Montpelier by the illness of her
daughter with pneumonia.
Lee Brock has purchased the Robert
Plummer house.
Rev T. M. Davies, of Portland. Me-,
preached at the First Presbyterian
church last Sunday Rev. Mr.. Hill, of
Braintree, Miss, will preach next Sun
day.
There will be Congregational meet
ing at the First Presby teran church mex t
Tuesday afternoon Tor the purpose OF
choosing pastor.
Frank Lamphere and family spent
| Christmas in Groton with their ma rents
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1899-12-27
WEST BURKE.

Miss Spencer and Miss Locke are
home for the holidays.
G. M. Dean and wife are spending the
week in Glover.
George Smith walked from West Burke
to the top OF Burke Mountain on Tues
day to ascertain the exact height of the
mountain.
There was large attendance at the
Xmas tree at the Methodist church
Monday evening.
Rev. Mr.. Stevens will preach in the
Universalst church Sunday afternoon at
2 O'Clock. He holds reception at his
home in Lyndonvile New Years, and ex-
tends a cordial invitation to his parish
here.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1899-12-27
A Clergyman's Experience.

M. D. Jump, D. D., Saratoga Springs,
writes:-"It affords me great pleasure to
testify to the value of Henry & Johnson's
Arnica and Oil Liniment, which l used
with the most satisfactory results. Not
long since, as result OF cold and ex-
cessive use OF the organs of the throat,
| suffered greatly from inflammation and
induration of the tonsis. After trying
several remedies | bethought me of your
liniment, and by single application
over night the trouble was entirely re-
moved and was able to 90 on with my
work."
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1899-12-27

Let me say have used Ely's Cream
Balm for catarrh and can thoroughly
recommend it for what it claims. Very
truly, Rev. H. w. Hathaway, Elizabeth,
N. ].
tried Ely's Cream Balm, and to all
appearances am cured of catarrh. The
terrible headaches from which | long
suffered are gone.-W. ]. Hitchcock, late
Major U. S. Vol. and A. A. Gen., Buffalo,
NY.
The Balm does not irritate or cause
sneezing. Sold by druggists at so cts. or
mailed by Ely Brothers, Sc Warren St.,
New York.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1899-12-27
Tortured II Witness.

Intense suffering was endured by wit
ness 7. L. Martin OF Dixie, KY, before he
gave this evidence: IL coughed every
night until my throat was nearly raw /;
then tried DR.. Kings New Discovery
which gave instant relief. have used
it in my family for four years and recon-
mend it as the greatest remedy for
Coughs, Colds and all Throat, Chest and
Lung troubles. 1t will stop the worst
cough, and not only prevents but abso-
lutely cures Consumption. Price SOC.
and $100. Every bottle guaranteed.
Trial bottles free at Flint Bros drug
store.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1899-12-27

1t has been demonstrated repeatedly
in every state in the Union and in many
foreign countries that Chamberlain s
Cough Remedy is certain preventive
and cure for Group. 1t has become the
universal remedy for that disease. M.
V. Fisher OF Liberty, W. Va, only re-
peats what has been said around the
globe when he writes: II have used
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy in my
family for several years and always with
perfect success. We believe that it is not
only the best cough remedy, but that it
is sure cure for Group. 1t has saved
the lives of our children number of
times" This remedy is for sale at Stiles
Drug store.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1899-12-27
III aving Great Run on Chamberlain's
Cough Remedy.

Manager Martin OF the Person drug
store informs us that he is having
great RIM on Chamberlan's Cough
Remedy. He sells five bottles of that
medicine to one Of any other kind, and it
gives great satisfaction. In these days
of la grippe there is nothing like Cham
berlain's Cough Remedy to stop the
cough, heal up the sore throat and lungs
and give relief within very short time.
The sales are growing, and all who try
it are pleased with its prompt action
South Chicago Daily Calumet. For sale
at Stiles Drug store.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1899-12-27

We, the undersigned, druggists Of Bur-
lington, VT, have sold during our entire
business experience, the well known rem.
edy, Baxter's Mandrake Bitters, and in
variably found it to give entire satisfac-
ton to our customers. We regard this
medicine as among the most reliable
household remedies that we sell. r. B.
Stearns & Co., w. H. Zottman & Co.,
Geo. A. Churchill, F. L. TAFT & Co., J. G.
Belrose. w. J. Henderson, F. Henry
Parker & Co., J. W. O'Sulivan, M. E.
Collins, Gosselin Bros, W. P. Hall, Geo.
Loveland & Co. Sold liquid in bottles
tablets in boxes. Price 25 cents for
either.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1899-12-27
NORTH DANVILLE,

Miss Ethel Waldron of Enosburg Falls
is spending the holidays with her parents,
Rev. and Mrs. ]. D. Waldron.
Mrs. c. T. Clifford is i'll.
A. M. Mcfarland begins his lumber
job at the mountain this week.
Christmas was observed at the North
church Friday evening with tree and
appropriate exercises and at the Free
Baptist church Monday evening.
The funeral of the late Myrtle Hastings
was held at the home of her parents, Mr..
and Mrs. M. Hastings Thursday and
was largely attended, Rev. J. w. Waldron
speaking words OF comfort and consola-
tion to the bereaved family and friends.
Intermert at Mt. Pleasant cemetery.
The family have the sympathy of large
circle OF friends in this their hour oil
SORROW
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1899-12-27
What do the Children Dr;,Ls

Don't give them tea or coffee. Have you
tried the new food drink called GRAIN o !?
1t is delicious and nourishing and takes
the place of coffee. The more Grain-O
you give the children the more health
you distribute through their systems.
Grain'O is made of pure grains and
when properly prepared tastes like the
choice grades OF coffee but costs about u
as much. All grocers sell it. 12c. and
25c.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1899-12-27
Bankruptcy Notice.

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE UNITED
STATES, FOR THE DISTRICT OF VERMONT
In the matter of
Charles B. Gray In Bankruptcy
Bankrupt.
To the creditors of Charles B. Gray
of Walden, in the county of Caledonia
and district aforesaid, bankrupt.
Notice is hereby given that on the oath
day of November, A. d. 1892 the said Charles
b. Gray was duly adJudicated bankrupt;
and that the first meeting of his creditors
will be held at the law office of David E.
Porter in St Johnsbury, on the 18th day of
January, AID. 1900, at O'Clock in the after
noon. at which time the said creditors may
attend prove their claims appoint trustee.
examine the bankrupt, and transact such
other business as may properly come before
said meeting.
DAVID Z. PORTER
Referee in Bankruptcy
December 20. A. ID. 1899.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1899-12-27
some Foolish PeopIe

allow cough to run until itgets beyond
the reach OF medicine. They often say
"Oh, it will wear away" but in most
cases it will wear them away Could
they be induced to try the successful med
cine called Kemp's Balsam, which is
sold on positive guarantee to cure,
they would Immediately see the excellent
effect after taking the first dose. Price
25c. and SOC. Trial size free. At all
druppists
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1899-12-27
WEST DANVIIIR

Frank Granger has finished his seasons
work tor d. c. harrington and moved to
Watel ford where he is engaged to work
Tor Mrs. Eastman at Homorient farm.
Mrs. c. Havland, of Manchester, who
accompanied the remains oil Mary I.
White, who was buried at Walden re-
Gently, has been here the last week on
business. She is stopping with Allen
Bartlett
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1899-12-27
Special Proposition.

Subscriptions for any part of this first
limited issue of stock viii be accepted subject
to prior booking Immediately or at any time
up to and including January s. 1900. at
ground floor rates." to be paid for in full on
demand. on or after January 10, 1900. No
payment whatsoever will be required or called
for until that date. The present price will
positively be limited to this issue and the
price advanced tn par value 81 90 per share
on January 8, 1900. Applications for any
number of shares from so upward will be
accepted Every dollar OF Vermont money
will be deposited and held In Vermont banks
until it can be invested in old established div.
idend earning confectionery property In Bos-
ton meeting the approval of the directorate.
The Company reserves the right to with
draw the present terms of subscription to the
Capital Stock, to reject or reduce the amout
OF subscription and to advance the price
without further notice. Applications will be
accepted in the order received
All financial statements are to be guaran-
teed bv Chartered Audit Companies. and all
titles to the properties to be acquired will be
insured by an Incorporated Title Insurance
Company.
Those interested in obtaining a thoroughly
conservative yet exceptionally profitable in
vestment, are invited to call on nearest
official or representative or to send at once
for preliminary statement which gives all
general information, including present price.
terms and number of shares to be issued
under this special offer