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Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
PRICE ONE CENTY
HoBSON'S LETTER.
Approves of Honoring Admiral Oervera-
He Thinks The Gallant Spanish
Officer Chiyalrous.
Uttioer UhlvaIrous.

A dispatch from Bing hampton. n. Y !,
says "Arthur Bird, Esq. who is pTcsi.
dent OF the association which proposes to
present a testimonial loving cup to Ad-
initial CeTveTa, in recognition OF his
bravery before Santiago, has received
the following letter from Lieutenant. Com
mander Hobson."
Arthur Bird. Esq, Sidney, N. "
| beg leave to acknowledge the receipt
Of your letter relative 10 tribute to
Admiral Cervera from the American peo.
pie. Such tribute would, indeed, be a
beautiful manifestation, in full keeping
with the magnanimity and chivalry that
characterized the conduct OF the Spanish
American War. Would you allow me
10 suggest that in your efforts you include
the chlvalry side OF the gallant admiral
as well as the courageous. for | think his
chivalry is the main element of his con-
duct that has endeared him to the Amer
ican people and would form a more ap.
pTopriate basis for a tribute. | hope
you are succeeding in the matter OF or.
ganizing the movement, which. think.
II properly presented by the metropolitan
press, would enlist and would find quick
response for the project. Then, wheL
organized, you will allow me the honor
OF heading the list OF subscribers.
Yours very truly.
RICHMOND PEARSON HOBSoN."
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
ANNAPOLIS. MD. MONDAY. JULY %. 1901
PRIVATE FENTON DROWNED.
The Body OF A Marine Who Was Drowned
In The Severn River Recovered
This Morning.

The body OF Private John w. Fenton
OF the United States Marine Corps, who
was drowned in the Severn river. wa:
recovered this morning by John Brady
who, in charge OF 4 Naval Academy
ing mans body.
John w. Fenton was twenty-eighi
years OF age. and hailed from Lowell,
Mass. He was stauoned at the rifle
range at Camp Wainwright. where a
special detachment OF marines are station
ed for target practice. The last seen OF
him was on Saturday at midnight, when
he left his tent and went on the small
wharf overlooking the Severn river. It is
supposed for breath of fresh air. Ii is
thought Private Fenton went to sleep on
the wharf, and fell overheard during the
night and was drowned.
He was missed at the reveille yester-
day morning. and the foregoing facts
were disclosed. Search was at once in
stItuted but without success, until this
morning when the body was recovered
in the Severn. not far from the wharf.
The remains were examined by DIR. O..
L. Murphy, of the Naval Academy. and
Acting Coroner Charles O.. Feldmeyer
held an inquest without a jury. Coroner
Feldmeyer rendered verdict that John
w. Fenton came to his death by acci-
dental drowning.
The deceased has a sister. a Mrs.
Ward, OF Lowell, Mass. who was noti-
fed OF her brothers drowning, and the
body will be held here pending advice
from the relatives as to its disposition.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
Naval Notes And Personals.

Lieutenant Eberle and family are at
Sweet Springs. w. Va.
Miss Carmody, of Washington. is the
guest of Lieutenant Commando and Mrs.
Benson.
Professor and Mrs. o. ID. Dodge are
visiting Lieutenant and Mrs. Orchard at
Newport, X. |.
Lieutenant Commander and Mrs. F..
H. Eldridge have gone to the Adiron-
dacks for few weeks.
The family of Lieutenant Commander
T. b. Howard. commanding the Chesa-
peake, are at Cape May.
Lieutenant-Co Lloyd and
Kimmel, and Lieutenants Offiey and
Proctor are expected here in few days.
The natatorium is being demolished to
to make way for the new engineering
building, the foundations OF which have
been contracted for.
Mrs. Waidwright and Miss Wainwright.
wife and daughter OF the superintendent
OF the Naval Academy, have gone to
their cottage at Jamestown, X. |.
Brigadier-G General Charles Haywood,
commandant of the marine corps, paid
an official visit to this station recently.
He was received with honors due to his
rank.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
SPECIAL EXCURSIONS TO
Pan-American Exposition During July, Via
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad.

Pan-American Exposition During July, Via
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad.
Excursion tickets will be sold to Buf.
falo, via ROYAL Blue Line, Philadelphia
& Reading Ry., and Lebigh Valley Route
at the Low Rate of $1,000 tor the Round
Trip from Wilmington, Baltimore, Wash.
ington and intermediate stations on July
2, II, II, IS and 80 for train leaving
Washington 7.o5 a. M, Baltimore ~
m, Newark, Del, 9 20 a. M, VIII.
mington 9 80 a. m arriving Buffalo 9. &c
p. m.
Tickets will also be sold at correspond
ingly low rates from Frederick, Hagers-
town, Martinsburg. Strasburg Junction,
and intermediate points. for any train on
day previous to above dates, in order
that passengers may be enabled to make
connection with train named.
All tickets limited for return to seven
(7) days, including date of sale, on all
trains except "Black Diamond Express
and "Royal Limited" Call on Agent,
Baltimore & Ohio r. X for ckets,
Pullman car space. and full information.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29

That Annapolis, Baltimore And Washing
ton Trolley.

Engineers representing the Washing
ton and Annapolis Railway Company
have surveyed seventeen miles OF the
distance separating Baltimore and the
national capital and the rights of way
for twelve miles have been secured. Mr..
William L. Marbury, OF Baltimore, a
member of the board of directors, said
Yesterday that the route to be followed
by the line will be only thirty two miles
in length. by far the shortest OF any rail-
road connecting Baltimore and Wash
ington. "This distance" said he, twill
be run in forty five minutes. as powerful
electric cars will be operated" Mr..
w. II. Lamprecht. OF Cleveland. o.. the
president OF the company, says there will
not be any difficulty whatever in making
the desired time, as such cars are already
run successfully upon lines in the West.
The branch to Annapolis will follow
rather closely to the line OF the present
steam road from Annapolis TO Annapolis
junction. The powerhouse plant is to
be situated on or near the Little Patuxent
river
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
Pennsylvania Railroad Special Excursions
to Pan-American Exposition.

The Pennsylvania Railroad Company
will run special excursions to Buffalo on
account OF the Pan American Exposition
from Washington, Baltimore, and adj
joining territory. on July 3. 81, August
6, Is, 81. September 5, II, II, and 20.
Round-trip tickets. good going only on
train leaving Washington 7 so and Balti-
more s. so a. m, and on local trains
connecting herewith. and good to return
on regular trains within seven days, in
cluding day OF excursion, will be sold at
rate OF $40. 90 from Baltimore and Wash
ington, and proportionate rates from
other points. Tickets will be good for
passage in parlor cars going and sleeping
cars returning on payment of usual Pull
man rates For specific time and rates.
consult local ticket agent.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29

When the quantity OF food taken is toe
large or the quality too rich, heartburn is
likely to follow, and especially SO if the
digestion has been weakened by consti.
patton. Eat slowly and not too freely oil
easily digested food. Masticate the food
thoroughly. Let six hours elapse between
meals and when you feel fullness and
weight in the region OF the stomach after
eating, indicating that you have eaten toe
much, take one OF Chamberlain Stom.
ach and Liver Tablets and the heartburn
may be avoided. For sale by Feldmeyel
Bros. City Drug Store.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
Working On Sunday.

A number of carpenters employed at
the Naval Academy were obliged to work
yesterday. Sunday work is unusual in
Annapolis, and yesterday the work at
the Naval Academy created no little
comment. 1t was a work of necessity,
however, and lasted but a few hours.
The pile drivers we've out of order and
needed to be repaired which was done
yesterday in order that work might be
resumed today.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
A Good Oough Medicine.

Many thousands have been restored to
health and happiness by the use Of Cham
berlain's Cough Remedy. II afflicted
with any throat or lung trouble. give it a
trial for il is certain TO prove beneficial
Coughs that have resisted all other treat
ment for years. have yielded to this reme-
DIV and perfect health has been restored
Gases that seemed hopeless. that the cli-
mate OF famous health resorts failed to
benefit, have been permanently cured by
its use. For sale by Feldmeyer Bros.
City Drug Store.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
Movements Of Naval Vessels.

The following movements OF naval
vessels have been reported at Washing
ton:
The Hartford, from Stockholm for
Kiehl.
The Alvarado. from Newburn, N. c.,
for Washington. N. {.
The Chicago is at Funchal.
The Marietta, from Alden for the Sue Z
Canal.
The Essex. from Newport for New
York.
The New Orleans. from Yokohoma
for Uraga.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
Western Maryland Railroad Special Cheap
Excursion To Luray,

The Western Maryland Railroad will
run a special excursion from Baltimore
to Luray and return on Sunday, August
nth, stopping at Sudbrook Park, Glyn-
don, Westminster. New Windsor, Union
Bridge, Bruceville, Double Pipe Greek
and Thurmont. Low rate of S2.z5 will
apply from all of these points for the
round trip. This is great opportunity
to visit the celebrated Luray Caverns.
For full particulars apply to the Local
ticket agent
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
Death Of Admiral Irwin.

Rear-Admiral John Irwin, u. S. N.
retired, died at his residence in Wash
ington last night after an illness of sew
eral months due to complication of dis
eases. He was sixty-nine years of age.
He entered the Naval Academy in I847
and had good war record. He leaves
a widow. daughter and one son, John
Irwin. paymaster on the Essex" now
now stationed at Newport.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29

Capt. James c. Porter, OF Company c..
First Regiment, NJ. n. g. who was recent
ly appointed major while at Camp John
Walter Smith. Queenstown. Md, has re-
ceived his commission. Adjutant- General
Saunders has issued commissions to the
following, who were recently appointed
officers in the First Regiment: Colonel.
Charles A. Little; major. Jas. {. Porter;
major, William A. Wright.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
A Pleasure Launch for Hire.

A newly built and handsomely equip.
ped pleasure launch 80 #. in length, and
capable OF carrying from IS to 80 passen.
gers is now ready 90 make daily trips to
Chautauqua Beach and take out private
pleasure parties tor run on river and
bay. Transportation cheap;speciai prices
made to parties. Launch leaves foot Of
King George street. For particulars,
prices &c., Apply to Charles Bernstein
&Co., owners, foot of King George
street, szw.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
The Best Reemdy For Stomach And Bowel
Trouhles

"I have been in the drug business for
twenty years and have sold most all of
the proprietary medicines of any note.
Among the entire list have never found
anything to equal Chamberlain's Colic.
Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for all
stomach and bowel troubles says o.
w. Wakefield. OF Columbus, Ga. This
remedy cured two severe cases OF cholera
morbus in my family and have recon-
mended and sold hundreds OF bottles of il
to my customers to their entire satisfac-
ton. 1t affords quick and sure cure in
a pleasant FORM" For sale by Field
never Bros. City Drug Store.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
Reduced Rates to Meeting of Baptist
Young Peoples Union of America, Chi
eago, via Pennsylvania Railroad.

On account the International Con-
vention of the Baptist Young People
Union of America, TO be held in Chicago,
Iuly IS to 28. the Pennsylvania Railroad
Company will sell excursion tickets from
all stations on its lines to Chicago at rate
of a single fare for the round trip. These
tickets will be sold and good going on
July Is. "a. and 25. and will be good to
return until July so. inclusive. Tickets
remaining on deposit after July so will
be good returning. leaving Chicago until
and Including August "a, on payment OF
Zee Of 50 cents TO Joint Agent.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
Commander Oresap May Recover.

After all hope had been abandoned for
the recovery OF Lieutenant Commander
Cresap, U. s. N. formerly of this city
who is at the Naval Hospital. suffering
from blood poisoning. his illness took a
favorable turn Yesterday morning, and
the belief is expressed that the patient
may recover.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
sonndness OF New Naval Academy.

The sounds from the Naval Academy
these days give one the impression that
full naval honors are being rendered TO a
succession OF flag officers. But the sup
posed salutes are only the noise of the
blasts that are required to dislodge the
walls and bottom of the old swimming
tank, and they attest the original sound
ness of that structure.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
Don't Let Them Suffer.

Often children are tortured with itch.
ing and burning eczema and other skin
diseases but Bucklen's Arnica Salve
heals the raw sores, expels inflammation,
leaves the skin without a scar. Clean,
fragrant, cheap. there's no salve on earth
as good. Try it. Cure guaranteed.
Only IS cents at Feldmeyer Bros, City
Drug Store.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
Oolored Boy Stabbed.

In a iracas Saturday night, Edgar
West, colored, was painfully stabbed in
the back with a large pocket knife by
John Hebron, colored. The injured boy
was taken to DIR. Frank H. Thompson,
who dressed the wound and stated that
unless the spinal nerves were affected the
wound was not very serious.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
Change of Residence.

The family of Mrs. Theresa I. Taylor
widow of the late Thomas /. Taylor.
moved to Baltimore this morning, which
city they will make their place of future
residence. The good wishes ofthe many
friends Of the family go with them, for
their success in their new home.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
Overcome By The Heat.

Robert Blackstone, colored, laborer
employed on the Northwest street paving
by contractor Jewell, was overcome with
the heat this afternoon. He was removed
in the shade and cold applications ad-
ministered. The old man soon revived
and was taken to his home on Calvert
street
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29

The Junior Epworth League of Mary
land Avenue NJ. E. Church, will hold a
Law Fete at the foot of Prince George
street on the lot adjoining the steam boat
wharf. Tuesday evening July goth. Pro-
ceeds for the benefit of the church. At.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
Enjoying New Boat House.

Although the new boat house at the
foot of Shipwright street is not nearly
completed, number OF the club MEM
bers repaired to the building yesterday,
inspected the PROCESS of the work and
RECALLED themselves with swim from IFS
Dier
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29

The Governor this morning appointed
s. B. Rhodes deputy game warden oi
Washington county, and William H.
lie Wis deputy game warden for Garrett
county.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
Slow Progress,

Slow progress is being made with the
foundations OF the new cadet quartz rs.
There are now three different contractors
at work on buildings or foundations of
the new academy plant.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
DIED.

RILEY On July %, 1901 at IS p. m.
WILLIS w. infant son of George w 4,
and Margaret Z. Riley. Funeral from
27 Cornhill street at q p. m. July 2o.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
ANNAPOLIS GUN CLUB
The Team Shoot For lee Cream Losing
Team Treats -Bouchers Team
Won The Shoot.

The two teams OF the Annapolis Gun
Club had shoot on Friday evening. the
result OF which was made known on Sat-
urday too late for publication. These
team shoots are apart from the regular
weekly shoot and the losing team treats
The Club to ice cream. The following is
The score
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1901-07-29
3,eIlec14cchy 3ale1elly
Our Great Stock-Taking Sale

is on and bargains greater here'than ever before
heard of any where We must move the goods and
hence cost doesn't enter into our calculations at ALL
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1901-02-07
DIED.

BURKLEY-On Wednesday, February
9Th. 1901, at 9 p. m. at his residence on
Glenn's Run, Charles Burnley, in his SD
year.
Funeral notice hereafter.
WOODS-At Prescott, Arizona, on Sun
day, February Sd. 1891. Clarence McLain
Woods, eldest son of Chas. c. and Louise
E. Woods, aged 9 years and 2 months.
Funeral notice hereafter.
VARDY-On Wednesday. February s. 1901,
at S:25 a. m, of pneumonia, William
Vardy.
Funeral Friday afternoon at go O'Clock
from st. Matthews Church. Interment
private.
BAKER-At Benwood, on Tuesday. Feb
ruary 9TH 1901, at 1880 p. m, Albert Baker.
Funeral will take place from Becker's
Undertaking establishment this afternoon
at . o'clock. Interment at Weeks Gene
terry, west of Bridgeport.
KILvER-On Monday. February 4th.
1901. at SIS o'clock p. m, Henry Kilver,
in his seth year.
Funeral from his late residence, 2s07
Eoff street, Thursday afternoon at $50
o'clock Interment at Weeks cemetery.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1901-02-07
FOOD BUILDS TEETH.
BOY of O Lacks Teeth Until Fed Pro-
Periy.


periy.
A little chap 6 years old. the son of
w. Wells, of Ravenswood, ILL.,, had, up
to a short time ago, cut very few teetN.
Naturally the imperfect mastication of
food caused indigestion and a poorly
nourished system. When l first saw
the lad" says Rev. w. Osborne Stran-
ahan of 3007 n. Winchester ave, Rev.
enswood, he was wan and pale, great
ly emaciated, with impoverished blood,
and lacking all the essentials which. 20
to make up robust strength and Wig
or.
MANY remedies and different foods
had been tried, but one seemed to
meet his need. l knew something of
the value of Grape-Nuts food, and re-
commended its use. The first trial
convinced the parents of one thing
at least they had found a food the boy
really liked. He empties his dish and
calls for more the mother said.
Astonishing results followed its
use, almost imediately: flesh was rap
idly put on, the face from being pallid
and thin. began to fill out. the cheeks
were plump and rosy. The body, pro-
perly nourished, began its work of up
building the system. The most Won
derful thing of all, the Grape-Nuts
food seemed to contain the necessary
elements for the formation of bone it's
sue. and presently the tardy teeth be-
gan TO prick through.
To-day the boy is strong and
hearty. in perfect health, with a full
set Of teeth rapidly maturing. The
Grape-Nuts food alone has brought
about this marvellous RESULT
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1901-02-07
THE KENTUCKY COLONIES

Entertained an Enthusiastic Aud
fence Last Night at the Y. NJ c A,
Last evening the Kentucky Colon
els entertained a large audience at the
Y. NJ. G. A. with an excellently rem
dered programme of vocal and instru-
mental numbers. The Quartette is
well balanced and is composed of
singers OF ability. The instrumental
number vas contributed by Mr.. Edw.
s. Fogg, cornetist, and his interpre-
tation of Lucille was excellent.
The vocal numbers included both
popular and classic selections.
Among the former that brought forth
much applause were Peanuts, candy,
chewing gum" Who'll go TO Santi-
ago." and the Blue and the Gray"
The Mighty Deep was an excel
lentiy bass solo rendered by Mr.. A.
D. Flora. Another meritorious vocal
number was the tenor solo sleep
Well" rendered by Mr.. Warner Meeks.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1901-02-07
Wei known Citizen dead

Charles Burnley, an aged and well
known resident of Glen's run. died
last night at nine o'clock at his home
after an illness OF cancer of the stom-
ach. He had been sick for about Ave
months. Mr.. Burkley was in his Sind
year, and Is survived by a wife and
seven children. The funeral arrange
ments viii be announced later. Mr..
Burkley's death will occasion profound
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1901-02-07
Song Service sunday.

The song service, which was to
have been rendered last Sunday even
ing in the Thomson NJ. E. church, but
which was postponed, will be render
ed this Sunday evening. Last Sunday
several of the members of the choir
were absent from the city, making it
necessary to postpone the service.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1901-02-07
AN INTERESTING EVENT
AT the st. Luke's Parish House the
18th az This Month.

18th at This Month.
Height" party is the name Of an
unique event that is scheduled to
occur on the 18th of this month in
the st. Luke's parish house on the
Island. Besides the feature that gives
it the name an interesting programme
of musical and literary numbers will
be rendered and light refreshments
will be served. For every foot of a
persons height he must pay five cents,
so the short people will get through
cheaper than the tall ones. For each
surplus inch Of length one cen will
be charged.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1901-02-07

Archer and Murray McDonald as sure
ties upon his bond.
Mr.. Stanley offered the following:
Resolved, That use of the city mains
for water be discontinued. that the
pipes be connected with Schmulbach's
brewery, and that beer be substituted
for water, both as a beverage and for
washing purposes.
The resolution was passed under the
suspension of the rules.
Mr.. James Cummins announced that
the First Branch was ready to adj
journ. The Third Branch gave a very
correct imitation of the gang when a
candidate says, stwhat'll you have
boys?"
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1901-02-07
Taken to MARIETTA.

Chief of Police Dye, of Marietta,
came to Wheeling yesterday, and took
charge of the prisoner Lawson, who is
wanted in Marietta for arson. Lawson
consented to return to Marietta with
out requisition papers. He claims to
be innocent.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1901-02-07
Squire Fitzpatrick's Court.

Yesterday Squire Fitzpatrick held
Harry Mccormack for the grand jury
on a charge of stealing junk from the
steamer City of Wheeling. In default
of 500 bond he was sent to Jail. The
arrest was made by Lieut.. Lenhart.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1901-02-07
MALE HELP WANTED,

WANTED-Two young men to run as
news agents on railroad trains. Must
have SO cash security. Apply or address
UNION NEWS CO, B. & o. Depot.
fe6etdq
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1901-02-07
dds FOR GAS COAL.

Bids will be received at the office of the
board OF gas trustees OF Wheeling until
nishing lump and Il gas coal to the city
gas works for twelve months, beginning
March 1. 1901. Said coal to be delivered
in the Hempfeld yard. Wheeling, and paid
for as per weight of gas works scales.
Specifications or agreement to be signed
can be seen at their office.
The board reserves the right to reject
any or all bids. GAS BOARD.
GODFREY SCHUL, Secretary. fe7es
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1901-02-07
TO LET

Modern s-roomed dwelling. S Fifteenth
street.
Store room. 1913 Main street.
2 rooms, pain, &C, llo South Broadway.
8 rooms, bath. &c, 80 South Front.
8 rooms, bath. laundry. 50 South Huron.
5 oouns, i02 Fifteenth street.
rooms, bath, &c. 27 South Penn.
rooms, bath. attic, ISL Fourteenth 81.
Many others. g. O. SMITH.
National Exchange Bank Building.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1901-02-07

B. & o. mid-winter excursions to
Washington, D. c., and Baltimore, Feb.
18th and april 18th. Round trip $1,000.
Tickets good ten days.