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Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

Mrs. Katherine Thomas of Chicago,
sister of T. A. Taylor, who is visiting
in the city, has displayed in J. r.
Chapman'S windows number of
water-colOr sketches of local scenes.
Anyone desiring copies of these or
other local scenes can secure them by
leaving orders with Mrs. Thomas or
T. A. Taylor.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

The following Grand Rapids boys
went to Stevens Point Wednesday to
take examination for enlistment in
the Eighth Infantry. Fred Miller,
Bernard Topel, Ernest Young, Will
Young, Frank Sweeny, Gus. Closuit,
Joe Bodette and Geo. Thorn. Two
of the boys passed the examination
and were enlisted DIS follows: Ernest
Young and Bernard Topel.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

MeSsrs. Geo. GOult and Art ApliD
came over from Plainfield Wednesday
for a few days visit with Mr.. GOult's
nephew, Nathan Church of this city.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

Friday and Saturday will be great
bargain days at Muir'S August clear
ing sale.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

Vim. g. Suhr has lust finished iob
Of painting the inside Of Cohen ; store.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

The engine for the new planning mill
Of the Grand Rapids Lumber Co. starts
on its trial test today.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

Mrs. Phillips Of Rose, who has been
stopping with Mrs. Chas. Dougherty
for the past month undergoing treat
ment for rheumatism by DR.. Mellen,
returned to her home Monday, being
practically cured of her trouble.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

Notice Is hereby given that all parties in
debted to Dr. H. de Grandpre on services are
requested to call upon his agent J. D LaBreche
IN this city and settle Immediately as action fol
collection will soon be inaugurated against
each one. 4w
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

Chas, Lemley, ST., who is an old
resident in his 18th year and a mill
wright and carpenter by trade, is
building some very fine row boats for
use on the river, one of these is for
Geo. Corriveau, Jr., and another for
G. II. kellogg.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

JOS. l. Whitney has been indiSposed
and confined to his room most of the
past week.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

The beautiful bouquet that adOrns
our desk today was remembrance
from B. NJ. Vaughan.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09
/ Great bargains in shoes at Muir on
/ Friday and Saturday. 10th and l1th.

The popular combined commercial
and bookkeeping coarse of the Stevens
Point Business college is offered so
cheaply that it is attracting much at
tention. 1t fits for bookkeeping
stenOgraphy. typewriting, correspond
ence and all-arOund Office, work. Call
at. or address, the Business college
for particulars 2aug3w
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

Miss Kate Nc Kercher of Cranberry
street, principal Of the West side high
school, has number of high school
scholars who are taking a special
course of studies under her, prepare
tory to graduation the coming year.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

The stone crusher ceased work Tues
day, having ground out the large stone
pile that had been accumulated near
the NJ & S. E. depot. The Milwaukee
road will ship in dirt and gravel to fill
the turn in the street between the
depot and the MacKinnOn Mfg. Co.'S
office.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

J. A. Cohen has clearing sale from
Aug. Il to IS. He stated that he can't
afford to let business Slacken down
this time of the year, when it is
necessary to move his remainder stock
Of summer goods and to make room
for his fall stock. Give them a call
and get bargains.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

DR.. Boorman is the latest victim of
the bicycle thief. His wheel was
stolen from his barn Tuesday night
and no clue to the whereabouts of the
stolen property has yet been dis
covered. This is the fourth or fifth
wheel that has been stolen in this city
this season.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

Wilbur HerSChleb arrived in Grand
Rapids Tuesday from Cuba. He comes
home on ten days furlough and since
his arrival has been busy relating his
experience to his friends who arc al
interested in Cuban affairs since we
have had that beautiful island posses
sion to look after. Wilbur's stay in
the city was cut short by orders from
headquarters to proceed at once to
San Francisco to join his regiment
for service in China. He starts for
the coast Friday night.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

Elmer Glass foreman Of the packing
department Of the Oberbeck furniture
factory left Thursday to-day fol
Stevens Point to take examination for
admission to the Eighth q. S. Infantry.
He was in the Porto Rican campain
with the Bird Wisconsin Infantry and
was promoted from private to sergeant.
His home is in NeilSville.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

The band boys got out Wednesday
evening and Serenaded the town on
both sides of the river greatly to the
enjoyment Of the pOpulace. They
give dance in the Opera House to-
night for the purpose of raising money
to buy suits and other necessary
equipment. We hope they will be
literally patronized, as the city needs
"a good band and the band needs all
the encouragement it can get.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

y shed has been erected near the
Table factory at the Green Bay depot
where Fred Peterman, representing
the Green Bay Pickle Factory, is in
stalled, purchasing the pickle product
Of this section which is Just beginning
to be marketed. The first shipment
to Green Bay was made last Friday
and was quite small, but big ship
ment from this point is expected to be
made Saturday. The quality of the
pickle stock here is good and the
prices have been satisfactory to
growers.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

Edward Nc Lees, an old veteran and
an early settler of the county, was
kicked by bronchO Sunday and died
from the effects of his injuries Mon
day. He was 63years of age, an alder
man in the city of Marshfeld and one
of the poor commissioners of the
county
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

Rev. Shaw'S subject next Sunday
morning at First Congregational
church will be THE Clearer Vision"
In the, evening, THE Sea and its
Suggestions" Special music at each
service. Everyone is cordialyinvited
to attend
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

The NJ. E. Sunday school hold their
annual picnic tomorrow at the picnic
grounds on the island at Port Edwards.
Several teams will be provided to take
those who wish to go. Boats, swings,
hammockS, etc, will be provided.
Elaborate preparations are being made
to have this gathering a good time for
the schools and friends. Every one
coming is requested to bring lunch,
cup, plate, fork and spoon.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

The c. NJ. & St. Paul road had very
low rates to Chicago Saturday, but as
notice was not received here soon
enough to publish in last weeks
papers, it was not generally known.
However, eighteen tickets were sold
from this station
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

On Sunday Aug II, Rev. T. a.
NimitS will preach at the NJ. E. church
on the following subject, Morning
service: THE Vision That Brings
Unrest to the Soul" Evening service:
The Man Who Asserts Himself. "
Everybody is invited
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

Tor SALE OR REST-Building and lot adjoining
: Mrs H. Lefebvere residence on West side
and formerly occupied by Model Steam laundry
For terms enquire of A. L. Fontaine.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

Sheridan JeSSimere of Biron ownes a
horse that he thinks is quite traveller.
He has had considerable to say about
the horses good qualities and the
time he could make. This talk of
speed was continued at some length in
the presence Of Fred Stearns who
owns a team of horses that he drives
to and from Grand Rapids. Recently
Mr. Stearns made wager that either
one of his horses could beat his flyer
to the city hall IN Grand Rapids.
Sheridan JeSSimere took the bet and
the race took place as agreed. Fred
Stearns took the slowest horse OF the
two and won the money easy. The
laugh has been on Sheridan ever since.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

Miss Caroline Briere gives a recep-
ton and tea at her home on High
street this Thursday afternoon from
till o'clock. in honor of Mrs. Isaac
P. Witter and Miss Maud Tibbets of
Milwaukee.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

Henry Biene and Theodore Gosline,
city employees of the city of Marsh
field, were buried on Monday
by a cave-in at the gravel pit where
they were shoyeling. The only shOvels
on the place were buried with them
and before assistance arrived Biene
had died. Bene was thrown for
ward by the falling earth upon the
wagon wheel, striking on the front of
his neck and severing his windpipe.
Gosline had both legs broken and was
internally injured but is expected to
live
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

The Centralia Hardware Co. have
two ladies one gents and one youths
bicycle on hand which will be sold at
cost.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

The following young people of Grand
Rapids will begin course at the State
University this fall: Otto Roenius,
Carl Winger, Guy r. Wood, Archie
Bulls and Stephen d. BraZeau.
Among those who are spending their
vacation here and will return to finish
their course are: James Nash, Richard
Wipperman, John Belanger and John
Jeffries. Paul Love is also hoping to
enter the University this fall.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

The heated term which opened last
Friday in terrific style has been far
the most severe of the season. Much
suffering is reported among the poor
of the cities and many fatalities from
sunStrokc are chrOnicled. 1t is said
that the hot weather extends over a
greater area of the worlds surface
than has ever before been noted at
one time. Locally no fatalities and
but little discomfort is complained of.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

DR.. r. H. Sweetman. Office in Steib's
drug store Telephone 81.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

The macadam work on Cranberry
street is now completed as far as the
Milwaukee railroad. Much of the
brick sidewalk is finished on both
sides of the street as far as Maple
street. Cranberry is rapidly becom-
ing the SWEETEST street in the city.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

L'OR RENT-EIght room house in First Ward
l Inquire at this Office,
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

The Stevens Point fair, which will
be held Aug. %, %, 30 and 81, will un-
doubtedly be one Of the very best in
Central Wisconsin. Large exhibits
are assured, and the race program,
which consists of pacing, trotting,
running and bicycle races, each day,
will be unusually interesting. EXcur-
sion rates have been arranged on all
railroads.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

Tuesdays Sentinel contained the
startling news Of the robbery of
Editor Nash of ManitowOc. His
pocket book containing % cents was
stolen from him. What fools these
robbers be to select an editor as
subject for robbery, Most people know
that an editors pocket book is only a
bluff" anyway.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

For lack of attention, girls would
never NOPE.
If for their complexion they used
Cole SCarbniiSoap.
Sold by John L DAILY.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

The soothing and healing properties
u Chamberlain Cough Remedy, its
pleasant taste and prompt and per
manent cures. have made It great
favorite with the people everywhere
For sale by T. L. Steib & Co.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

\ large number of guests went to
Sigel Tuesday from Grand Rapids to
attend the double wedding at the
home of Henry Boetcher. Mr..
Boetcher's daughters Annie and
Paulina were united in marriage to
Messrs. John Lemkie of this city and
Fred Hassler of Sigel respectively,
Annie becoming the wife of Mr..
Lemkie and Paulina the wife of Mr..
Hassler. The Lemkie's will live in
Grand Rapids and the Hasslers on
their farm in Sigel. The people are
well known in this section of the
county and have many friends in the
city and country.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

The machinery for the new planning
mill of the Grand Rapids Lumber Co.
has nearly all arrived and it will not
be long now before the new mill will
be in operation.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

DR.. J. J. Looze, Grand Rapids, office
in Wood Block, over drug store,
telephone No. 81, residence No. 246.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

NJ. Mccarthy. having purchased the
Lutz meat market on the East Side,
telephone No. 13l. desires a continual
ton OF az the old customers Of the
place and d. many new ones as may
come are inyi.rd to call and give the
shoD a trial. First-claSS meats are
always in stock aud free delivery is
made to any part Of the city. tt.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

Jacob Lutz went to Milwaukee Sat-
urday evening to look up new
bowling outfit for his alley adjoining
the saloon. He finally made pur-
chase of tirst-clasS outfit of regula-
ton type, which he will have in
position by the time the bowling
season opens this fall.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

All who suffer from piles will be
glad to learn that DeWitt'S Witch
Hazel salve will give them instant
and permanent relief. 1t will cure
eczema and all skin diseases. Beware
of counterfeltS. Wood County Drug
Store.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

\ free and easy eXpectoration is
produced by a few doses of Ballard S
Horehound Syrup, in all cases of
hoarseneSs, sore throat, or difficulty of
breathing. Price p and 80 cts.
Johnson & Hill Co.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

At the German Moravian church
the Rev. \. Peterson will preach
next Sunday evening Aug. l.. in
English. Subject OF sermon: Three
Ways to the Lord" You are always
welcome
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

Chow-chow material cucumbers.
Caulitiower, tomatoes and the finest
of flowers at Riverdalc Farm. Tele-
phone after 6 z. NJ. Isl. Drive down
and see the flowers. 2W.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

DR.. D. a. Teifer, dentist, office over
Wood County National bank, Grand
Rapids, Wisconsin. Will be out of
town every Monday and Tuesday.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1900-08-09

VIM. T. Arnold and sisters LOttie
and Annie of Oshkosh wheeled over to
NekOOSa via Plaintield where they
spent several days last week visiting
old settlers in that vicinity. They
were born near NekOOSa and their
father formerly owned the VIM. Quinn
place, and later moved to Grand
Rapids where they resided on Wash
ingtOn avenue in the house now
owned by Edward Spatford, This is
their first return since they left as
children over twenty years ago and
they were charmed with their iauntS
along the river and visit to familiar
points and with childhood friends.
Devils Lake inter-ocean., 1900-03-30
Hebrews Organize.
Grand Forks Herald.

Grand Forks Herald.
At a meeting held in this city
Sunday afternoon. at which many
prominent Hebrews were present,
steps were taken to organize the
North Dakota Hebrew Republican
league.
Moses Kalef, of Ramaey county,
was elected temporary chairman.
and H. Ziskin secretary. The
primary object will be to support
the candidacy of President Nc
Kinley in the coming campaign.
Great enthusiasm prevailed at the
meeting and active steps will be
taken to secure as large a member
ship as possible. To this end all
the Hebrews in the state will be
communicated with and state
meeting will be arranged as soon
as practicable, with the object in
view of perfecting an organization
as soon as possible and conducting
q vigorous campaign throughout
the state. The date of the next
meeting has not yet been set, but
twill be as early as possible.
Devils Lake inter-ocean., 1900-03-30
Contest No,ice.


Department of the Interior, United States Land
Office, Devils Lake, N. D.. Feb. II, 1900
A sufficient contest affidavit having been
filed in this Office by Joseph Benz, contestant,
against homestead entry No. 1885, made
August 10, 1898, for north half Of southeast
quarter, southeast quarter OF southeast quar-.
ter section 2S, and southwest quarter of south.
Ramsey county. State of North Dakota, by
Gustaf johnson, in which affidavit it is alleged
that said Gustaf johnson has wholly abandoned
said land and changed his residence tnerefrom
for more than seven months next prior to this
date, that said entryman died on the first day of
February, 1900, without having earned said
land, and after having abandoned the same
and changed his residence therefrom for more
than six months, which default continued up to
the date of his death, that. the heirs and legal
representatives of said deceased are unknown
cultivation of said land; that said alleged alb
sence from said land was not due to the EN-.
ployment OF said entryman In the army, navy or
marine corps OF the United States as private
soldier, officer, seaman or marine during the
war with Spain or during any other war in
which the United States may be engaged; said
parties, including the heirs and legal represen-
tatives OF said entryman. are hereby notified to
appear, respond and offer evidence touching
said ale CATION, at 10 o'clock a. m. on April H.
1900, before the register and receiver at the
United States Land Office in Devils Lake,
North Dakota.
The said contestant having, in proper affi.
davit, filed March 2, 1900, set forth facts which
show that after due diligence, personal service
of this notice cannot be made, it is hereby or
dered and directed that such notice be given by
due and proper publication.
52O3 OLE SERUMGARD, Register.
Devils Lake inter-ocean., 1900-03-30
PROPOSALS FOR STEEL BRIDGES.

Sealed proposals will be received by the board
Of county commissioners, of Ramsey County N.
for the construction Of a steel bridge 100 feet
in length and 18 feet in width lin the clear)
consisting Of five 81 panels 20 feet in length
each; and md located across the conlee on the
ties, about one. half mile south OF Cburchs
Ferry: said bridge TO be built in accordance
with plans and specifications now on file in the
office OF the county auditor.
Bids must be sealed. marked Proposal for
Steel Bridges" and addressed to Emil s. Eich,
County Auditor, Devils Lake, N. D.. and each
bid must be accompanied by an unconditional
certified check in the sum of one hundred dol
lars ($10O, made payable to Emil s. Eich, in
full payment of all damages which may be in
Cured in case of failure of the respective bid
der to execute the contract and bond within
the specified time in case Of award Of the same.
AL checks to be returned as soon as contract
and bond are executed, The board reserves the
right to reject any or all bids.
BY order of the board Of County commission.
ers. EMIL s. EICH,
County Auditor.
Devils Lake. N. D., March l3, 1900. is
Devils Lake inter-ocean., 1900-03-30
Books You Ought to Read.

Quo Vadis, The Little Minister,
David Harum, Red Rock, When
Knighthood was in Flower, The
Battle of the Strong, Richard Car
vel, Hon, Peter Sterling, Hugh
Wynne, Main Travelled Roads, No.
5 John Street, Via Crucis, Tess of
the Durbervilles, Janice Meredith
and others, Come and get them
at the public library, court house.
II. MRS. RHUBERG, Librarian.
Devils Lake inter-ocean., 1900-03-30
BIDS WANTED.

Sealed proposals will be received BY the
school board of Pleasant School district No. 23,
Ramsey county, North Dakota, for the erection
Of two frame school houses in said district
cations may be seen at the office of the county
Superintendent, Devils Lake; at the office OF
the Cando Herald Cando: and at the office of
board will meet on Tuesday April 10, 1900, to
open bids and award contract, but reserves the
right to reject any and all bids. Each envelope
containing bid should be marked Sealed
PROPOSAL and addressed to o. P. n. Anderson,
Starkweather, N. D.
A certified check for fifty (SJO) dollars, made
payable to John Tiemeyer, must accompany
every bid as guarantee that bidder will enter
into contract if same is awarded him.
BY order of the school board of Pleasant
school district, JOHN TIEMEYER.
Attest: o. P. n. Anderson; President.
Clerk
Devils Lake inter-ocean., 1900-03-30

Land Office at Grand Forks, N. D., February
"a, 19O.-Notice is hereby given that the follow
ing named settler has filed notice of his inten-
and that said proof will be made before T. G.
Saunders, Clerk of the District Court of Ramsey
County, n D., at Devils Lake on April 9l9O6,
7. 157 north, r. 63 west
He names the following witnesses to prove
his continuous residence upon and cultivation
shall, Wilson Haley, Maiex Calof, all of Benzion
Ramsey county, n. D.
5l-4 E. H. KENT, Register.
Devils Lake inter-ocean., 1900-03-30

made by men of commanding ability.
The average man does not make these
fortunes or get these honors, hence
unless young men are quite sure that
they have commanding ability, they
should try and arrange to stay on the
farm. But I do not mean to say that
it is best for young men of great
promise to leave the farm.
1t is also true that the average man
who stays on the farm makes more
money thar the average man who
leaves it. And it is going to be true in
future, as it has never been true be-
fore, that honors will come to intelli-