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Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1900-03-18
MINERS RELIEF FUND.
A Labor Union Makes Handsome
Contribution to Aid the Widows
and OrnhnnN of Red Ash Miners.

A Labor Union Makes Handsome
Contribution to Aid the widows
and Orphans of Red Ash Miners.
The condition of the widows and
orphans who are made destitute by the
awful disaster at the Red Ash mine.
appeals strongly to the charity of the
public. and there have been a number
of substantial contributions TO the re-
lief fund started by the Register.
These unfortunate people were in
straitened circumstances-man of
them-before the awful calamity,
which suddenly removed their bread
winners, and placed them face to face
with want The generous contributions
of citizens of West Virginia has
brought about a temporary betterment
of conditions at Thurmond. but there
is still necessity for financial aid, and
il is TO be hoped that many contribu-
tons will be made during the coming
week
At well attended meeting of Cres-
cent Lodge No. s. \. 4. l. ). 4 7. W.,
composed of employees of the Whitaker
Iron Works. donation of $3.50 was
made to assist the distressed widows
and orphans at Thurmond. Crescent
Lodge has taken the initiative among
the labor organizations. and IL is ex-
pected that others will follow this
eommendable example. The great
heart of the wage Garner goes ont in
truest sympathy to those who are be-
reft of husband. father. even hope.
The Register acknowledges receipt of
the following contributions:
wheeling Register ................$ $500
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1900-03-18

Oil leases fTo for fye cents. e cenfs per
dozen Add D0NtaRe when ordering By
ssaus@s--EsEnK rental reeeaptss rental 70
eeIpts one cesss s1en. ten cents ger doEen-
nall REGfSI ER OFFICE. Wheeling.
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1900-03-18

One of the warmest local contests on
the Republican side in this county is
for the nomination in Clay district,
between Will Gutman and DR.. L. N.
Refer These two gentlemen are
spending all the available time in
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1900-03-18

Joe Weisgerber and 'Mullix" are
making things smoke for the Demo-
cratic nomination for Commissioner in
Union.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24
An April Wording.

Pleasant View" the beautiful home
of Mr.. aud Mrs. ]. Frank Myers, near
Charles Town. was the scene of a happy
event on Wednesday morning. April IS.
at o'clock. when their Youngest daugh-
ter. Miss Alice, and Mr.. Edward K.
Clark. formerly of Hartford county. Nd,
were united in the holy bonds of matri-
mony Rev. Father Massey, rector of ST.
Peters Catholic Church. Harper's Ferry.
performing the impressive CEREMONY
It was quiet, but beautiful home we'd
ding, only very few being present.
The bride was handsomely attired in
castor brown silk. trimmed with white
taffetta and lace, and carried a shower
boquet of white carnations and Gala Ill
lies. The bridal dress was the same that
was worn by the brides mother 80 years
ago. Miss Helen Moler, of Uvilla, the
bridesmaid wore beautiful Dewey gray
trimmed with white and blue silk. Mr..
John Myers, brother of the bride, was
best man. The parlor was adorned with
potted plants. After the ceremony the
bride donned handsome gray travelling
suit. Mr.. and Mrs. Clark left on the o:47
B. & o. train for bridal tour to Wash
ington and Baltimore. Elegant refresh
ments We're served, and the brides cake
was marvel of beauty. The pr sents
were handsome and useful. A host of
friends extend congratulations to the
happy couple. and wish them bon voyage
over the matrimonial sea.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24
Another $50 to the Rouss BUST.

The Independent Fire Company, John
w. Rowan Camp. U. c. ". Capt ]. c.
Holmesaad other citizensofC harlesTo
have made another fifty dollar contribu-
ton to the fund for a bust of Mr..
Charles Broadway Rouss to be present
ed to the city of New York. This,
we understand, completes the amount
necessary for the undertaking. Miss Hal
lie Erminie Rives, who has the matter in
charge, writes Capt. Holmes a handsome
letter of acknowledgement. and says the
bust will be unveiled about the first of
May. Charles Town heads the list
of contributors, and will be given prom
inent place at the unwilling.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24
DE-. smithson,s Address.

Large and enthusiastic audiences greet
ed Rev. DR.. Rumsey Smithson at the
courthouse last Friday afternoon and
night. The doctor spoke under the aus
pieces of the local Anti-Saloon League.
His address in the afternoon was on the
Evils of the Liquor Traffic and Their
Remedy"
The speaker said: lit is strange there
should exist necessity for speech on
such topic at the close of the 10Th CEN
fury of the Christian era. No pecuniary
benefit is derived from the traffic. The
saloon keeper in the long run suffers f.
nancially by it Some trouble is sure to
come upon him or his family, Scarcely
one escapes. 1t is a political evil. 1t
costs the government $40 for every dol
lar which is received as revenue from the
traffic. 1t is social evil. 1t seriously
affects society. 1t is a moral evil and is
most powerful because 1t is organized,
and protected by the government. 1t
governs political organizations and elects
candidates who will not oppose the bust
ness. 1t undertakes to control private
citizens by boycotting. There are many
weakened men in business vino care
more for business than principle 1t
seeks to control the pen, to infence the
pulpit The pulpit has been silenced by
it in many instances, and some preachers
apologize for it. The liquor bushes is
worse than horse stealing. A thousand
times worse. It steals your boy. Liquor
sellers are for the most part lawless and
law defiant They will not be brought
under the control of legislation. The
remedy is not high license. This remedy
originated among the liquor men. They
do not want high license, but they pre-
fer it to prohibition. High license is a
sin as much as low license. Both are
morally wrong. Any license of an evil
is against God and humanity. and is at
war with morality and gogd civil gov
eminent. Some say 4 government has
no right to legislate on moral questions.
Murder and theft are moral questions
Prohibition or local option is the remedy,
a refusal to legalize the business 1t is a
lie that more liquor is drank where local
option exists. How is it at Leesburg, Va?
Under local option only bottles are
brought into town: under license bar
rels. You need the law against liquor
selling also for its educative influence.
No Christian or moralist ought to toler-
ate anything short of refusing to license
the liquor business. What the church
stands for the saloon stands against
Moral suasion should also be used. Ten
Nights in the Bar Room ought to be in
every home in this county Flood the
county with Temperance literature. Gre.
ate public sentiment and arouse that
which is dormant. The people in this
c ounty are rising against it. Moral sen
timent is growing. a Christian, if he is
an ignoramis, might vote for the saloon.
l have more respect for the man who will
deal out liquor than for the Christian
men who authorize him to do it. Indif-
ference to the evils of the liquor traffic IS
the greatest hindrance to the cause of
temperance.
A report of the night speech will ap-
pear in next weeks issue.
REPORTER FOR THE IFAG1TE
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24
WheatIand News.

Miss Leah Hawkins spent Easter with Miss
Lizzie Gordon in Gcrardstnwn
Misses Settia and Mary Hwy tt visited rela-
tives in Hagcr-tuwn during Easter
Miss Bessie Young, of The Valley Female
Institute. spent Easter at the parental home
at "COol SPRING"
Mr.. E. A. Mckee was quite b sy last week
delivering nursery stock he hud sold or the
franklin Davis Nursery Co. He has sold
large orders for fall delivery
There will be prayer meeting in Bemlah
Ch4 cl ne It Sunday at p: m. All invited.
Mr.. and Mrs W X Roberts returned last
week from visit in Maryland
Mrs. Sallie llaining, of tmahu Neb.. is Wis
iting the family of Mr.. A. Lockhart
Miss Bet ie HuYett. of Berryvfllc. visited the
family of Mr.. L. Huyett last week
Candidates have been quite numerous the
past week.
Mr. I;iippi,t Renner is agent for the Life of
Moody" written by his son, w. X. Moody. the
only authorized edition on he Niarkat. Prices
range from e to t45o, according to binding
ANY of his friends desiring copy would do
l!m grcnt favor by dropping him a postal
to Wheatland. w. Va.
Miss Rosa Griffith. of AIillyillc Is visiting
Mrs. Geo. w. Colbert
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24

Every ex-Confederate soldier able to do
so should subscribe to the Confederate
Veteran, worthy magazine published
at Nashville. Tenn. We see by its pub
lished list that it has but five subscribers
at Charles Town, where it should have
at least ten times as many. 1t publishes
much of interest to the ex-Confederate.
The subscription price is but One Dollar
per year, and we will furnish it with the
SPIRIT OF JEFFERSON, the two for 50 cash
in advance for one year. If you are going
to the Reunion you should have it, or if
not going you should have it anyhow, to
read about the big Reon1on.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24

Mr.. James P. Comfy announces him
self in this issue of the SPIRIT as a can
didate for assessor in the first district.
We have known Mr.. Comfy for long
while, and are quite sure that if elected
he would fill the office we'll and faithfully.
He was, in the dark days of bloody war,
agallant soldier ofthe Stonewall Brigade,
and afterwards served under the chiv-
alrous Col. W. A. Morgan in the First
Virginia Cavalry, and in both of these
commands has number of old comrades
who will bid him a hearty Godspeed in
his present canvass.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24

We learn indirectly that Capt Geo.
Baylor, of Charles Town. will probably
be candidate for District Delegate to
the National Democratic Convention.
Capt Baylor is man of. ability, loyai
and true Democrat. and splendid gen
tleman. He would be good and safe
man for the place. Jefferson county's
showing at the late election entities her
to almost anything she asks.
Hampshire Review.
The tribute paid Capt. Baylor in the
above is an eminently worthy one. and
we are sure there Is no Democrat in Tef-
ferson more worthy. or whom his fellow
citizens would take more delight in hon
oring as delegate to the National Con-
vention. The state of the Captains
health, however. is such that although he
would like TO attend this great meeting
and go over the scenes of his earlier
professional life, he would not risk the
long jurney and rush and excitement of
such an occasion. He appreciates the
honor intended. but will not be candi.
date for delegate to the Kanas City Con-
veption.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24

The March numt er of the ''LostCause, "
published at Louisville, Ky, is a grand
reunion edition. replete with handsome
illustrations and much information in re-
gard to Louisville and the approaching
Confederate reunion IN that beautiful
city. Miss Florence Barlow. the associate
editor and manager, is taking great inter
est in providing full information for the
veterans, and the Confederate Reunion
Committee is putting forth extra efforts
TO make this reunion eclipse anything of
the kind heretofore, and to give all com.
ers royal welcome, with the best ac-
oommodatiors at reasonable prices.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24

1t has been said that there is some talk
of holding our Democratic County Pri-
mary Election the latter part of May, but
we trust there is no such intention. All
the expressions we have heard are utterly
opposed to an extraordinarily early pri-
mary. and especially to holding it about
the latter part of May or first of June
The Charles Town. Shepherdstown and
Winchester Memorial Days come at this
period, besides the Louisville Reunion.
which number of our voters will at
t nd. Then the Charles Town corpora
tion election occurs TIE fourth Thursday
ii May. and will 10 some extent distract
the attention of a good many voters in
Charles Town district. On the whole,
therefore, it will. we are sure, be found
advisable to have our primary later, wh,n
there are not so many other matters to
atsr. ct the attention of voters or take
them away from home.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24

See advertisement of rates to the Lou
isville reunion by the Chesapeake & Ohio
R'y. This route is an exceedingly at
tractive one. and not only lies through
some of the most magnificent scenery in
West Virginia, passing our own State
capital, but traverses the heart of the cell
ebrated blue grass region of Kentucky,
via Ashland, Lexington, Frankfort and
other cities of historic interest. The
passenger service of the c. & o.. as is
we'll known, is one of the finest in the
country.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24
Church Items.

Rev. DR.. A. c. Hopkins will preach
at Kabletown next Sunday afternoon.
Services in St. James Catholic Church,
Charles Town. on the 4th Sunday of
each month. at 1890 a. m.
Bishop Gravatt will visit this parish for
the purpose of administering the rite of
confirmation on Sunday, Aprilaa
Bishop Gravatt confirmed class of
eighteen in Zion Episcopal Church last
Sunday Rev. W. P. chrisman took
part, with Rev. R. s. COPELAND, in the
services.
No preaching service will be held by
the Charles Town Baptist Church next
Sunday. The pastor will attend the
Ministers and Laymen's Meeting at
Summit Point.
A meeting of the communicates of the
Presbyterian church will be held imme-
diatelY after morning serviceon Sunday,
May g. for the purpose of electing two
additional Ruling Elders.
Night meetings at Riverside School
House next week, beginning Monday.
April 80. conducted by Rev. L. R. Mil
bourne Elder T. G. Magruder. of Ben
tOnville, Va. will aid in the meetings.
Rev. H. H. Kennedy will conduct an
anniversary service for Wildey Lodge,
I. o. o. F., in the NJ. E. Church South
next Thursday evening at o'clock.
The public cordially invited to attend.
Bishop Petcrkin will visit Grace P. E.
Church, Middleway, tor the purpose of
administering the rite of confirmation,
on Sunday, May 3, promptly at II a. m.
Bishop Gravatt will visit the Church of
the Holy Spirit, Summit Point, at II a.
M, and St. Bartholomew Church, Lee
town, at $3.50 p. m, on Sunday, May 20,
for the purpose of administering the rite
of confirmation. A. ]. WILLIS,
Rector of Nelson Parish.
The Eastern convocation of the Epis-
copal Church will meet in st. Bartholo-
news church. Leetown. May $40, in
elusive. Order of services:
IIephiLlOES eCi VICE anu scTnOu ny the
Dean, 1:30 p. m.
MAY S.
Intercessory prayer by Rev, /. s. Douglas,
10 a. m,
;, Morning prayer and sermon by Rev R. s.
Coupland II Il. IN.
p, NJ.
Even, Evening PRAYER and sermon by Rev DR..
MAY 9.
microscopy prayer by Rev. l. 8 Douglas,
10 a. IN.
:, Holy Communion and sermon by Rev~C c.
Pearson. IL Il, IN.
Address on Cuba by Rev Dr. Nelson, 3 M.
Missionary service by Rev. 1. s. Douglas,
Z 50 p. IN.
MAY 10.
Interets cry prayer by Rev. 1. s. Douglas,
10 u. M.
:, Morning prayer and sermon by Rev, Z. f.
ShIW, IL II. IN.
tcrkin, p. nj.
Evening lgryer aud sermon by Rev. G. A.
Gibbons, 7:30 p. IN.
will be glad to have all to attend and
take part in the services.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24

Col. r. P. Chew when in the West
Virginia Legislature secured the passage
of bill placing tax of SO on home
and $50 on foreign corporations. This
law, we are credibly informed, is to-day
yielding the State an annual revenue
of very nearly one hundred thousand
dollars. So much for the presence In
our law-making body of men capable
and willing to accomplish something for
the public good.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24

1t is the concensus OF opinion of many
that the time set for holding the Demo-
cratic State Convention in West Virginia
is entirely too early. That it should be
held long before the meeting OF the Ma
tional Convention is most extraordinary
and unusual, and as far as can be seen
entirely without good reason therefor
Has not our State Committee made a
great big mistake in this matter?
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24
DR.. Miles Pain pills, zone cent a dose"
ADVERTISED LETTERS.

List of letters remaining in the Postoffice at
Charles Town, jefferson county, W. Va, on
Saturday last:
F; c. Barton, Matte Berry Mr. D Brooks.
Louise Brown, Mary Moore. OH Hyde, o. VI.
Cummings, Mr.. Hopkins Gibson
The above letters, if not called for within
fifteen days, will be seut to the dead letter
office. Persons calling for them will please
say that they are advertised
L. D. GETzRNDANER. P. NJ.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24

The Shepherdstown Fire Co. at its last
meeting honored itself by electing Mr..
Charles Broadway Rouss. of New York.
gentleman well known and greatly be-
loved, as an honorary member of that
company and by resolution designated
Mr. Thomas R. Moore. of this place, as
the medium through which Mr.. Rouss
should be notified.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24
COMMITTEES MEETING.

4 meeting of the Democratic CongressioR-
al Committee for this Congressional District.
is hereby called for May 18th. at p. M, at
Charles Town, efTerson co, for the purpose of
fixing the me and naming the place for hold
ing the convention to nominate q candi ate
for Congress in said District and to transact
any other business that may properly come
before the Committee
WB. CoRNwELL. Chm'n.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24
CoNTAINING 2a69 ACRES.
HOUSE
of Thirteen Rooms, " til porchcs in front and
rear; a
BANK Ems oF sok1eo FERr.


with necessary and convenient Tenant House,
provcments, including two excellent Clsterus
and Large Apple Orchard
lHstiug stream OF water crosses the up-
per end of the place. and runs through the
Darnyard. Convenient to the dwelling house
is a large spring, the waters from which form
a large cTess pond from which Is now being
cut large quantities of cress.
The dwelling house is beautifully situated
upon rising ground, surrounded by a lawn
Win 4 abundance OF shade ard other trees
rus farm Is sold ro partition, and ia :he
most productive aud together the most at
traetiye that las been Offered for sale for IA
long time IN Jefferson comfy which is famous
Tor beautiful homesteads and productive
farms.
Farm is now under lease which will expiro
on the LIST April, 1901, the tenant paving
two-iitths of ali the crops grown. with the
right to seed wheat crop this fail The pur-
chaser viii acquire the landlords interest ia
this lease.
TERMS.-one-thirl cash the deferred pay
ments to be secured by deed of trust upon
the land sold aud TO lie made Mt on. two
three and four years from said date, payable
nnnualls. or the whole purchase money cash
II the purchaser wishes it. or the times for the
maturing of the deferred payments may be
changed to suit the purchaser
TIE HEIRS OF REBECCA HUNTER.
CLEoN MooRE,
a. w. MCDONALD,
March 49,
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24
COUNTY EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE.

The members OF the Democratic Executive
Committee of Jefferson county are requested
to meet in Charles Town at 10 O'Clock, A. NJ,
Friday, April %, 1900, for the purpose of pro
viding for the selection of delegates TO the
district convention which meets in Charles
Town ,,n MAY 10th to name delegates to the
national convention, and considering such
other matters as may properly come before
the committee. A full attendance of members
reouested. JNO. N. DANIEL, Chm.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24

An Organization of Society of Colo
NAL Danes of West Virginia has been
effected at Charleston. Mrs Geo Eys-
ter and Miss Vending, of this locality,
are named in the board of directors.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24
STATE OF ONO. err % TOLEDO, 5

LUCAS COUNTY.
FRANK j. cheney makes oath that he is
the senior partner of the firm of F. j. CHENEY
& Co., doing business in the City of Toledo
County and State aforesaid. and that said firm
will pay the sum of ONE HUNDRED DOL
LARS for each and every case of Cqtarrh that
cannot b cured by the use fHALL'sCAT ,RRH
CURE. FRANK ]. CHENEY.
Sworn to before me and subscribed in nv
presence. this 9th day of December. \. D 1896
(-- A. w. GLEASON.
SEAL Notary Public.
Halls Catarrh Cure IS taken internally and
acts directly on the blood and mucous surfaces
of the system. Send for testimonials. free.
F. j. CHENEY & CO, Toledo, o.
Sold by Druggists, 75c.
Halls Family Pills are the best.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24

Mr.. Robert H. Phillips says he is much
obliged for the compliment of being an
nounced. but that he will positively not
be a candidate for reelection TO the Town
Council.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24

Mr.. Harry Hopkins has been appoint
ed Census Enumeration for the Forty
First Enumerating District OF this State,
including Charles Town.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24

Our announcement column is trans
ferred for this week to our first page.
Two new announcements, however, will
be found on this page.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24

Mr.. Daniel Hehebower, of Rippon, is
announced in this issue as a candidate
for County Commissioner from KabIe-
town District. Mr.. Hefebower, it will
be remembered, was spoken of some
time ago in connection with this position.
He is not only well known to the people
all over the county by reason of being a
popular auctioneer, but bears the reputa-
ton as well of being an excellent farmer
and good business man. The financial
interests of the county, we are sure. may
be safely entrusted into his hands.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24

Senator and Mrs Elkins celebrated
their silver wedding on Monday of last
week.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24
STATE OF CONNECTICUT,


County of Hartford, SIS.
NJ. G. Buckley. President and J. l. Eng
fish. Sccretnr. of the ETNA LIFE lNSUR-
ANCE COMPANY. being duly sworn, duposc
and say, and elCh for himself SAYS that they
are Tue above described officers OF the said
Company; and that the foregoing statement
of the assets aud liabilities OF the said Com
pany, aud the declaration therein made, and
the schedules thcreupon accompanying, on
the said thirty-f st day of December last and
for the year ending ON that day. is full, cor
rect and true. according to the best of their
information, knowledge and belief, rcspcct-
lively. NJ q. BULKELEY,
j. l.. ENGLISH.
Subscribed and SHOWN to before mc tlis
10th day Of February, 1900
- FRANK W. BiDWEI.'
(SEAL, Notary Public.
hereby certify that the foregoing is cor
rect copy of the statement of the ETNA
LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY, Hartford.
Connecticut, OH file in this Office.
l.. VI. La TOILETTE,
Auditor.
WASHINGTON & ALEXANDER,
Resident Agents
e. II. SHltMAN, Special Agent,
Charles Town, w. Va.
MEIGs d HElssE, Managers,
Mareh o 1sOo-Gt ''e' ''''
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1900-04-24
Town Ordinances.

WHEREAS. Petitions were, on the 18th dav
OF April: 1900. presented to the Town Council,
concei ming ordinances of the town bearing ou
the question of hitching posts, the following
ordinances, they being all the ordinances here
tofore passed on that subject and now in exist
encr, are hereby pu hlished for the Information