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The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-02-25
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Mr.. Harry Luckstone has character
bit which he works out with care and
cleverness. Miss Mabella Baker, the
contralto, sings ana plays the queen
with dignity and discretion. The great
chorus of sixty voices, IL is promised,
makes one of the most pronounced nits
of the opera; the ballet is charmingly
danced by young ladies under the direc-
ton OF Carl Marwig. and the enlarged
orchestra is also a feature. The seen
cry Is a series of magnificent stage pic
lures and the costumes are not only
costly but beautiful. Mr. Ben Teal has
staged THE Bride Elect 80 that pot
one opportunity is lost or neglected
and. taken as a whole, the opea Is the
most perfect, as well as the most salts
factory of all the l<law q Erlanger ana
IL. ID. Stevens productions. Between
the first and second acts of the opera
the curtain will be raised and quartet
OF the principals and the full chorus
of sixty voices viii sing Mr.. Sousa's
setting of Abraham Lincoln's favorite
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-02-25
FAVORABLE TO MoLINEUX.

New York. Feb. 25.-The inquest in the
Adams poisoring case was continued
yesterday and proved OF less interest
than any Of the previous hearings. Prac-
tically nothing tending 20 show light
upon the murder Of Mrs Adams or The
attempted murder of Cornish was re-
vealed. The day was almost entirely
devoted to direct or implied deniais Of
testimony offered by Cornish. NJ '"oux
was the principal in this r. ect
ing many of the allegation .at CO. h
made Thursday. Colonel Austin o
made rather important point in deny
ing that Barnet ever in the slightest inn
plicated Molineux, as inferred by Cor
nish. On the whole the testimony may
be said to have been favorable TO Mol
ineux.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-02-25
PruYIueHce Opera House.

For the second time this season
James *. Hackett will appear in Provi-
dence at the Opera House all next
week. AT the opening OF his present
starring tour, which is under Daniel
Frohman's management, Mr.. Hackett
was seen I'm this city i'm r. G. Cartons
society drama, "The Tree OF Knowl-
edge" which he played TO splendid
business. and in which he made de-
cidedly favorable impression. He can
hardly fail TO be received with much
cordiality during his coming visit, be-
cause he has a much stronger play
than before. His company, too, has
been greatly strengthened for the new
production. Rupert of Hentzau' was
given i'm Boston some few weeks ago,
and won hearty recognition from the
press and theatre going public OF that
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-02-25

poem. "Oh. Why Should the Spirit of
Mortal BE Proud?'
The Belle of New York" and Dan
DAILY comes To the Providence Opera
House March 13, IA and L..
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-02-25

metropolis. Indeed. wherever Mr..
Hackett has appeared in this romantic
play il has been warmly greeted ana
declared TO be a stirring and highly
interesting continuation of Anthony
HoDe's Prisoner OF Zenda" Sequels.
as a rule do not hold the interest as
well as their predecessors but Rupert
of HentZau" must be conceded 10 be
one of the exceptions which proves the
rule.
While the characters and locale are
the same as in Mr.. Hopes other ro-
nance, Rupert I'm itself Is a complete
play. The story is really that OF a con-
test over love letter which queen
Flavia has sent 70 her lover. Rudolf
Rassendyll. This letter has ben seized
by Count Rupert OF Hentzau. who in
tends TO show it to Flavla's husband
the king. Rassendyll and the queens
friends, OF course. do everything IN their
power TO prevent the king from learn
ing Of the letter. and a pretty tale it
is. for. as in most rOmanCes, the con-
spirators stop at nothing (which viii
further their design. The Count of
HentZau has an Interview. with the
king. and not being able TO make the
latter understand the object of his visit,
shoots him dead in his tracks and like
wise his attendant Rassendyll. who has
been anXiously seeking Rupert in order
TO get the letter from him, finally meets
the young villain i'm cellar in Strelsau.
lie gets the letter from him, but in
self defense is obliged TO slay Hentzau.
which he does in "A finely wrough out
duel And then Rassendyll is urged to
take the throne of the dead king,
whom he strongly resembles in person
al appearance, and marry Flavia. He
debates the question. but an assassin
formulate his answer. This assassin Is
n friend of the late Ruperts and IN
revenge he treacherously shoots the
young hero i'm the back ON the grounds
of the castle. The last act shows re-
production OF Gibsons splendid picture
with Rassendyll lying in state. mourned
by the subjects who take him for the
king, and by F'lavia.
MIR. Hackett, who plays the double
role of the real king and Rassendyll
is credited with superb acting i'm this
difficult coupling OF characters. The
role is a laborioCs one, for the star
makes "A complete change OF costume
ten times during each performance. In
his company is Miss Jobyna Rowland,
the Gibson girl about whom we have
heard SO much. She is the model who
has given many sittings To Charles Da-
ma Gibson, the famous artist and it
was she who posed for Gibs0u's pic
lures i'm the book Rupert OF icutzau."
Miss Gertrude Rivers OF th~ company
is well known in Providence. where
she frequently appeared as mn amateur
some years ago. She is a native OF
Boston.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-02-25
BIG DEMAND FOR CLOTH.

Fall River. Mass. Feb. 25.-The local
cloth market has been exceedingly firm
all the week. The production. amount
ing to about 5000 pieces, has been
readily disposed of. and the demand has
not been abated. Discussion OF the
probability of the adoption Of a sliding
wage schedule is en- the increase, *
anything.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-02-25

on Monday. March c. Sousa's comic
opera, "The Bride Elect" viii come u
the Providence Opera House Tor single
weeks engagement. The klgw 4 FIR
langcr company. VINO VIII present this
opera in Providence. Is the largest COM
&C. Vpera organization In the world. In
addition 90 a superb cast. there viii be
n chorous OF sixty. q beautiful ballet.
q military band on the stage IN the
great march scene and an augmented
orchestra. Miss liilda clark viii make
her debut ir THIS City iu the prima don
ma role OF T.a Pustorclla. She IS one OF
the famous beauties Oi The stage and IS
said 60 sing the part most cXqulsltciy
and with much dramatic strength. Mr..
Albert Hart who, strange go say. is a
Cemdian with n good ygicc proves him.
self 10 he fun-maker of unusual abil-
ity. and Miss Christie Macdonald 30 8
said. has MADE the hit of her ire us
the Princess. The music ig admirably
suited e. her voice. and She acts tho
role with an archrees and sweetness
that leave nothing % be- desired Mr..
Melville stewart. the handsome bari
tone. plays and sings his role with SUI
perb dramatic and vosal results, and
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-02-25
A Remarkable Cure.

Mr.. Alexander Moore, reliable busi-
ness man, OF 1880 5. 18th ST., Philadcl-
phia, Pa, says: II contracted a violent
cold which settled all over ME. The
pain in my chest and side was cxcruci-
ating. The doctor gave me medicine
and blistered my side. but only grew
worse. Then you gave me bottle OF
Brazilian Balm. had little or no faith
in IL, but decided 10 try II. ] took 3 or
4 good doses before bed time, aud rubbed
IL we'll over my blistercd side. That
night | slept like top-my first good
rest for over a week--and awoke in the
morning cn,cG. Brazilian Balm is sim
ply invaluable"
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-02-25
ELECTRIC MOTOR
For Sale at a Bargain.

ONE HORSE POWER. 10 VOLTS.
This Motor is in first class condition and
rendy ia run. II will be disposed OF at n
price that will insure speedy sale Can
be seen and "a price given at o. EXCHANGE
PLACE.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-02-25

Where there are symptoms Of heart
weakness. there should be DR. Agnew's
cure for the Heart it's n magical reme-
dy. gives relief in thirty minutes, and
there are thousands who testify that
Ii cures permanently. Mrs w. i. Run
die. Of Dundalk, ont, says: II was for
years unable to attend to my household
duties. ! used DIR. Agnew's Cure for the
Heart. the result was wonderful. the
pain left me Immediately after the first
dose. and few bottles cured. "-l6
Sold by Blanding q Blanding,54 Wey-
bosset street: Geo. l.. Clailin & Co, 81
S. Main street Hall & Lyon.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-06-21
LOCAL BRETi'flE>.

The Alexandria library will not be open
on Monday next, the Goth inst
Q. A. Yates has sold to Mrs. Matilda J.
Rafferty, house and lot on the north side of
King street, between Washington and Co..
lumbus.
The Liquor Dealers Association of Aloxan-
dria held q meeting at the Concordia Hotel
this evening. Only routine business was
transacted.
Several Washington merchants who have
been doing business in this city without Ii
censes have been arrested recently and re-
quired to procure Licenses.
At the regular meeting of the Young Men s
Sodality yceum last night it was decided to
give an excursion to Riverside Park at some
future dale. Other business of routine ma
ture was transacted.
Mr. Robert Lowry, well known resident
OF Fairfax county, where he had lived for the
past thirty years, died at his home at Amman.
dale last night Mr.. Lowry went to Fairfax
from Brooklyn,
Charles Lemas one of the best known col.
ored men in Washington, who boosted tina.
he had shaved Andrew johnson and every
President since who did not wear beard,
died at his home in that city yesterday.
The National Grand Council of colored
Mystic ShrDers will meet at Cleveland, Ohio,
August 8, Msgnus Temple, of this city, have
elected the following delegates VIM A. Car
ter Rev. 3. B. Robinson, 3. =. o. Benz amin
AID Magnus l.. Robinson.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-06-21

STRUCK BY a STEAMBoAT.-Wh;la O
party OF eight young people were row.
Ing near River View about eight o,clo"L
las1 night their boat was struck by the
steamer Charles Manchester. Two Of
the young men in the rowboat were
enrown into the water. Michael Mo.
Gratn, twenty-five years old. and q
clerk In his fathers grocery store =.
Secord and I street northeast
washington, is missing, and nm,
aouotediy was drowned. az his
nal was found floating in the water
+. + B;ady was picked up by Edward
Daily. an employe at Fort Washington
THOSE remsiaing 10 the rowboat. and
whose panic threatened every moment
to throw them all into the water were
taken oil by First Officer George Cook
pilot of The River View steamer. Saml
J. Pentz. The Manchester, through a
misunderstanding, did not lower anv
BOATS, q cry OF 60 ahead,' from Cook
whose boat was in danger from the
backing steamer, being mistaken by
those on board the Manchester for 8
signal that all was we'll with the row.
ers. The Manchester continued on her
way 10 Washington and her officers
were not aware that man had been
drowned until they reached there. The
Young Mems Institute, of Gopzaea Coz
lege. Washington, gave an excursion to
River View last night, and after ar
riVl lg at the resort party composed
OF McGratb, the missing man, Brady.
b. Ivers, l. Y. Wilson, Miss Sullivan.
Miss Josie Gallagher, Miss Mamie Gal.
lagher and Miss Nora Leahy, engaged
center board batteau, large and stanch
rowboat, from colored boy, and row.
ed out into the river They had no
light in their boat and were in the
shadow of schooner anchored
IN the river when their boat
was struck by the Manchester.
when 1t was seen that q collision was
inevitable, those ia the small boat brac.
ed themselves for it, and as their small
boat shot under the guards of the Ma
calester, the youths who manned the
rowboat saw the braces beneath the
guards offering them a handhold. They
grasped these braces and doubtless say.
eu themselves and the young women
from death by their move. The shock
of the collision threw McGrath out of
the boat into the water, and Brady fol-
lowed him. The others held on and
their boat with the cargo ofyoung lives
was drawn ahead of the big paddle
wheels, which threatened them with
death, although the officers of the Ma
calester were doing ali they could TO
check the steamers Roadway. Captain
Blake, of the Manchester says that acci
dents are avoided nearly every night
by only the narrowest margines, as row.
ooas carry no lights, aud the steamers
are on top of them before they are seen.
A boat wss sent f'om Washington to
River View today to drag for the body
of the drowned man.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-06-21

Bad management keeps more people
il poor circumstances than any other
one cause To be successful one must
look read so that when favorable op-
portInity presents itself he is ready to
take advantage of it. A little fore
thought will also save much expense
aud valuable time. A prudent and
careful man will keep bottle of Cham
berlain's Collie, Cholera aud Diarrhoea
Remedy in the house, the shiftless fell
low will wait Until necessity compels it
and then ruin his best horse going for 8
doctor and have big doctor bill to
~, beeioes; one pays out Is cents, the
oil d. .s out hundred dollars aud then
wond 3 why his neighbours getting rich.
Q, - he is getting poorer. For sale
by ;. snney, Druggist, FOL King st.
Bring IT ri and treat her to plate of
Che )la'e cam j. Fred Birrell.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-06-21
~~~~,.~~,~ SUMNER RESORTS.
DON'T GO TO THE SEASHORE.
IT IS COOLER AT
FLEISCHMANN'S SUMMER GARDEN.
SUMMER RESORTS.
Grand Opening this Wednesday evening"
June FL.
Come and hear the famous Graphophone grand

DOG L1CENsEs.-Only 800 licenses
have been issued to keep dogs. This
Is 200 less than were taken out in 1896
when on June 81, GAO had been issued.
There wa very great decrease in the
number of licenses issued last year
loSSl as compared with previous years,
out If there was any decrease in the
number of dogs running the streets it
was not noticed by the observant. Dur
log five years, 1896, there was issued
$3.50 licenses or an average of 75S per
year; the most in any one year, S1l in
1891, and the least in 1894, COG, when
the tax was 50 25. Of the 800 issued
thus far this Year 100 were to colored
persons. The Mayor has expressed his
determination to fine delinquents at
the proper time, and the time is not
very far of.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-06-21

MEETNGs.-The stockholders of the
Park Bicycle Club, Of Washington, met
here yesterday and elected the fellow
iog directors: John D. Lasley, E. r..
Aeumeyer, ir., W. Jose, R. Jose, and
Edwin c. Clark. The following were
elected officers: President, John D Las
ley Vice President, E H. Neumeyer,
J'; Treasurer, E. G. Clark; Secretary
ana manager, W. Jose.
Inc stockholders of the Chillum Cas-
lie Land, Improvement and Construc-
non Company at their meeting Satur-
aay elected the following directors! 4
" Israel, @. Jacobsen, Albert Gleason,
d 4. 7. Pllbsury, F. w. Baker, E. P.
1B,lrney, George n. Cissel, George H..
H1Iarrles, and Charles F. Nesbit, all OF
Washington.
The Woodruff Manufacturing Com
lany met in this city today and elected
tne following directors : Messrs. Thee
qore 4. Harding, E lmond W. Woodruff,
4IpaonzO Youngs, James Il. Vermilyn,
Joseph b. Epson and Jerome F. john
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-06-21
spain's Greatest Need

Mr.. R. P. Olivia, OF Barcelona. Spain
spends his winters at Aiken, S. G.
Weak nerves had caused severe pains
in the back of his head. On using Elec
trio Bitters. Americas greatest Blood
and Nerve Remedy, all pain soon left
him. He says this grand medicine is
what his country needs. All America
knows that it cures liver and kidney
trouble, puri6es the blood, tones up the
stomach, strengthens the nerves, puts
vim. vigor and new life in every muscle
nerve and organ of the body. If weak
tired or ailipg you need it. Every bot
tie guaranteed, only SO cents. Sold by
E. S. Leadbeater & Sons, Druggists.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-06-21

A FIGHT AT CHURCH.-The usual
quietude of the flock of Roberts chapel,
colored, on south Washington street,
was broken by fight on Monday night,
in which the pastor is said to have
taken q prominent part. The Monday
night class had worked itself up to the
highest pitch of religious fervor and
one OF the brethren had the floor. He
gave in his experience and ended with
came thick and fasf, and the sisters
were glad to welcome back the brother,
who had been deposed as class leader
By the pastor. The reinstated brother
called on another brother to make the
closing prayer. The latter responded
Justify aud terminated bis invocation
as follows "Oh Lord, we are gwine TO
quit this meeting. The devil is on the
outside lookout, brethren and sisters,
when we go out. Meet the devil. Pre-
pare for him." The cless arose, shook
the glad haud and were about to make
their exit with the reinatsted member
in the lead, when the pastor emerged
from an alley, approached and halle d
the leader. The preacher said: You
owe me 81. l want it. You are a
thief" The member retorted; you
are the devil we just prayed to be warn-
ed against. 1 am no thief. You are a
!iar." The pastor forthwith landed
blow on the offending brothers nose.
The latter retreated into class room
and for half an hour there was al ex-
citing scene. The boys on the outside
enjoyed the fun greatly, while the fe-
male portion OF The flock shed tears
copiously. The belligereDts were foal-
~ quoted and no arrests were made,
although the member who was assault
ed says he intends airing the affair In
tbe Po1ine Court
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-06-21

OPERA HOUSE EMPLoYEEs.-Ata re-
gular meeting last night Of the Opera
House Employees Relief Association
the following officers for the ensuing
quarter were elected. Thos. w. Clark,
president; Thomas Chauncey, vice.
president; L. B. Gordon, treasurer;
Frank Mason, financial secretary; Vim.
W. Welker, recording secretary and
VIM. German, sergeant at arms. 1t
was decided to give an excursion to
Marshall Hall, July "a, and the neces.
s-ry committees were appointed to
make all the arrangements.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-06-21

BRIDGE ACROSS THE PoToMAC.-Ac
ing Secretary Melklejohn and General
' wilson, chief of engineers, have decl'
G9a to invite proposals from at least
nteen OF the prominent bridge builders
ol the country for the Memorial Bridge
over the Potomac river, connecting
Tue observatory grounds with Airing
!Cn' Congress appropriated 5000 for
.ae procurement of suitable plans, and
II Is the intention to purchase the
'9ree designs and specifications deem
gu most meritorious. paying for the
aFst II 500, for the second 81 POO, and
ior the third 81 LOCO leaving 81 900 to de-
ray incidental expenses. The other
competitors will be allowed to with
draw their plaps.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-06-21
A CARD.

The gentleman who called at the Gazette
Office yesterday to suggest that the chain
gang be furnished ice cream and soda water
instead of ice water also says the gang is now
composed OF two men and has cost the city
$40 fol- half square of work pulling gross.
The gentleman is mistaken, or he must have
an axe to grind. The gong is not allowed on
the street with less than three men, and has
not water carrier and the city does not fur.
nish ice. The gang has been on this square
seven days at cost of S14. LAST year this
square cost $39,75 to pull the grass, and it
was done by paid labor. The complainant
should have signed his namc.
CHAs. MANXIN OVerseer Gang.
Alexandria June 81
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-06-21

Personal Mrs. Jas. McCuen, IT,,
accompanied ny her sister, Mrs. Q. w.
Greenwood, and daughter Minnie, are
visiting their brother, MIR. Lawrence
Downey, at Hawks Nest, W. Va.
Among those who attended the ger
man given by the cadets OF the Virginia
Military Institute. at Lexington yester-
day. were Miss Mary Powell, Alexan'
dria. with Cadet W. L. Zmmer, Peers
bnre. Va Miss Ella Marshall, Alexan-
dria. with Cadet L A. Robertson. Gal
weston, Texas; Miss Edith Ramsey, Al
exsndrio, with Cadet l.. Powell, Alex
andrie; Miss Mary Hutton. Wilmington,
Del. with Cadet A. D. Jauney, Lees
bure. Va: Miss Evy Mcclure, Win
chester. with Cadet j. M. Winston,
Richmond, Va Miss Kate Fauntleroy'
Stauntou, with Cadet ]. ]. Marshall,
Markham, Va; Miss Nina Armistead,
Baltimore, with Cadet !. W. YaIes'
Markham, Va. Da,,
ton Ewing, of Alexandria, are IN tue
CITY, stopping at the Mary Washington
House.-Fredericksburg Star.
Miss Lena Cromwell, of Baltimore, IS
visiting at her aunt's, Mrs. A d. Osn'
lert, on King street.
Rev. c. F. Woodson, OF Norfolk, is visiting
relatives in this city. ,o
Mr. Mr.. George Finch is quite ill at his home
on Queen street
DR.. ". J. Wheat surgeon of the Hamburg
American line of steamers, is in the ty on
ebo,t visit TO relatives.
N Miss Elia .beth Astryke loft today for visit
n pbiladelphia and Atlantic City.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-06-21
COMMUNICATED
THE MONUMENT FEVER.

During the latter part of May Mr.. c, N.
Adams purchased a tract of land at the upper
end OF King street owned by Dr.. Jos. Priest.
Mr.. Adams, it is understood, will deed thls
tract OF land to the city of Alexandria ana
will contribute $500 cash towards builctog
an asylum The name of the asylum shall
be known as the Martha Washington Asy.
luz. of the city of Alexandria" and shall DE
used only for patients suffering with monu
ment decisions. MIR. Adams thinks the asy.
lum should be erected Immediately, snd the
buzz about the monument recede in the ecfo
Of myth. IC0NOCLAsT.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-06-21

POLICE CoURr.-Mayor g. L. Simp'
son presiding.-The following cases
were disposed of this morning:
msn, charged with disorderly conduct
was dismissed.
barrie Morton, colored, charged with as
Ssa;uting ard beating George Crawford, was
John Dogsn, colored, charged with the lar
Geny OF S19 from Lee Wright, was sent 70
'"l !, 10 swat the action of the grand Jury.
harry Jones, charged with conducting
oaslness without license, was made to raSe
Nlght Report.-Last night was clear and
warm Two prisoners and one ledger were
Al The station house.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-06-21

SLoOP Saskatchewan who arriv.
ed here this morning from below report
that the tug Mitchell Davis last night
ran into and sunk the sloop Thomas
Ruark, of Liverpool point, The crew
escaped.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-06-21
A Fr;ghtfuI Blunder

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Scald, Cut or Bruise. Bucklen's Ami
ca Salve, the best in the world. will kill
the pain and promptly heal it. Cures
Old Sorfs, Fever Sores, Ulcers, Boils
F=loIs, Corns, sll SKIN Erupfiors. Best
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box. Cure guaranteed. Sold by E. S.
Leadbeadsl & Sous. Druggists.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1899-06-21

BASEBALL CLUB.--A meeting OF the
Alexandria baseball club was held last
night and vote of thanks was tender ie
cd IN the citizens of Alexandria for the
I;,S interest AIKEN In assisting the CLUB
in purchasing new uniforms; also to Mr..
nS Hill for the use of horses, roller
and sprinkler; also to Mr.. B. Wheat,
co. of the water comps ny; also to
MIR. L. Marbury for the privilege OF
using the grounds; also to MIR. Weaden
for preparing the same; also to MIR. VI.
r O,Sullivan for erecting backstop;
also TO Mr.. John Harlow for the use OF
hosa from the Hy6raulion fire company,
anS 70 Messrs. Corse, Wood and Wheat
Law for laying of the diamond.