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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-10-03
THE PRICE AT BLuEFIELD.
Impossible to Ascertain the Amount
Paid the Operators.

BErEFIELD. w. VA. October q
.(Special.l-It is impossible to state the
exact amount paid operators for coal.
All the output OF the field is shipped
through general agents-Castner. Curran
e Bullitt However. it is claimed that
the operators get 81 per ton. All coal
remains at about the usual price, ex-
cept Pocahontas coal. which has adj
vanced to $500 per ton when handled by
local dealers
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-10-03

The Money Returned.
"What did you do with the money!"
s'I returned it to Mr.. Scullin, through
Ed. Butler"
After some further testimony. in the
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-10-03

Louis Lutz, foreman of Sautelles circus,
was shot by a negro during the perform
ance yesterday afternoon He died at the
City Hospital about o'clock this morn
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1902-10-03

.I met Mr. Scullin and he paid me
| s25O 900 to push his bill and defeat the
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01
SUCCESS OF A SOUTHERNER.

Mr.. Duke, the American tobacco
king" who is causing so much uneasi'
ness in England and France by his ef-
forts to get control of the tobacco trade
of those countries, is a Southern man,
3 native of North Carolina, notes the
Savannah News. He was Confederate
soldier during the great warbetween the
states, and at the end of that struggle
was almost penniless With his father
and three brothers he began the manu-
factnre Of tobacco, with only bench,
. few knives and few pounds of tobac-
60, bought on credit, as the stock in
trade. One of the brothers, with $40
peaand an old sulky, peddled the
anufactured by the father
brothers From that be-
crown one of the greatest
lriaI enterprises in the world.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01

The new ship subsidy measure,
gays the Boston Transcript, ''has passed
the Senate at Washington. and Senator
Hanna is no doubt well pleased. 1t is
believed that the bill will pass and soon
become a law. It's operation will be
watched with deep interest. If it can
accomplish the object sought it will be
spent. If the money disbursed is
misplaced and simply pocketed, without
any actual benefits being derived, the
set will be a mistake" Be comforted,
contemporary Actual benefits will be
derived, without doubt That is what
the measure is for. A present of Sc,
500, 600 every year will benefit good
many poor and deserving capitalists.
That much money is not easily earned.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01
CANDIDATE GUERRY's MISTAKE.

II Hon. Dupont Query ever had any
chance of obtaining the Democratic
nomination for governor he has him
self cut the silken cord that connected
him with the coveted goal In his
sp. eches over the state he has been a
pesimist and sort of Ishamelite from
the start, and nearly every class and in
terest of any considerable consequence
or Influence has been assaulted by him.
Perhaps his greatest mistake was made
at Gainesville on Tuesday last, when, in
discussing the attitude of the daily
press of the state toward him and his
candidacy, he said, in speaking par
tlcularly of the Macon Telegraph:
cit is so soaked with liquor that when
you open it to real it you can smell
whiskey"
This was not said in a public speech,
for Mr. Query did not, for some
reason, make speech IN Gainesville,
but was said IN crowd and where the
newspaper correspondent heard it.
A report of this Yirlle attack upon
the Telegraph was published IN the At
lauta Cor stitution the next day, where
upon Mr.. Query sent the Telegraph
this quasi denial:
Gainesville, Ga. March 26.-Macon
Telegraph, Macon, Ga: Constitution
interview entirely in writing. Tele'
graph not mentioned in it.
DUPONT GUERRY.
This might be appropriately styled
denial that doesn't deny. 1t only de-
MES that the offensive reference to the
Telegraph was used in an interview
which Mr.. Query wrote himself fol
publication in the Constitution. The
TeIegraph's own correspondent al
Gainesville writes that paper that Mr.
Query did refer to that paper in the
language quoted in discussing the at
titude of the press toward him will
citizens of Gainesville who were sup
posed to be his friends
The Telegraph of this morning shows
up the whole affair and the attitude Of
Mr.. Query toward that paper and the
press of the state generally in a way
that puts MIR. Query in anything bu
an enYiable light before the newspaper
fraternity of the state and the. public
at large.
Mr.. Query has made mistake which
will not be easily corrected. While ht
may not be tetotaler, everybody whit
knows the editor OF the Macon Tele
graph knows him to be a temporal,
man, so far as the use of liquor" il
concerned Albany Herald.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01
While the Canadian Parliament
is in Session, Ottawa PGO-
Pile Hear Of a Marvel
Gus Cure.
1t is Rescue from Suffering and
Death Effected by
PAINE'S
COMPOUND
THE GREAT SPRING MEDICINE
MR.. ALFRED BROWN,
A Prominent and Popular Citizen Says:
After the Use of Paine's Celery
Compound I Am Now in the
Best of Health.
Best of Health. "

The greatest of modern physicians,
Prof. Edward e. Phelps, M. D., L L.,
D after years of long practice aud close
scientific study, gave to suffering and
diseased men and women his marvellous,
life giving prescription, with the cOnvic-
ton and positive knowledge that it had
peculiar virtues and ample powers to
cure, after the terrible verdict ''incura.
ble'' was uttered by the medical practi.
TONER,
Thousands of the strongest testimoni-
ais from the best known and most relia-
BILE men and women of our country fully
sustain the claims made by DR., Phelps
regarding his incompatible Pains's
Celery Compound.
One of the most convincing proofs
furnished, comes recently from q gentle
man widely known in the capital city OF
the Dominion of Canada. We refer to
Mr.. Alfred Brown, 81 OOonncr st.
Ottawa, Ont. Mr.. Browns letter fully
demonstrates the fact that the greatest
sufferer may cast off his or her burden
of disease and become we'll, strong, and
happy. 1t proves, too, that the great
medicine maintains more firmly than
ever before it's unrivaled place in the
estimation of people of wealth and So
cial standing as well as with the masses.
Mr.. Brown says
ST acknowledge with tbankfulness
and pleasure the fact that / have been
cured of very painful illness of eight
years. standing by use of Paine's Celery
Compound / had, during the years oil
my illness, tried almost all the advertis-
ed medicines without DERIVING any good
results. / was also treated by several OF
the best doctors of this city, hoping to
find that one Of them, at least, would
understand my case.
II was getting worse, and was told
was incQrable. | was indeed in crit
cal condition. l could not go from the
house alone as was liable to sudden
collapse. / tried hospital treatment,
but no relief or good results came to me.
l could not sleep; anything that l ate
ncIeased my agOnies; [ was extremely
weak, restless, tired ana Respondent
was obliged to walk about with my
hands pressed firmly into my left side to
ease my pains; my feet and hands were
cold continually; had inclination to
vomi+, had profuse, cold sweats, quick
breathing, and would be racked with
pain for hours at time.
"After the regular use of Paine'S
Celery Compound for a time, am now
in the best of health, have good appe-
title, and can use any kind of food.
Thank God / am my old self once
more, all through the use of Paine'i
| Celery Compound"
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01

The Pfohibitioniata of North Caro-,
lima are hoping that the constitutional
amendment which goes into effect in
that state on July l, next will enable
them to absolutely Danish liquor. The
amendment eliminates a large per-
centage of the negro vote, and the cold
water folks aver that under the local
option laws now in force the blacks are
manipulated by the liquor men to de-
feat temperance measures. With the
eoss> absent FROM the ballot box, the
prohibitiOni&ts believe they can carry
the state overwhelmingly for absolute
prescription of liquor, and they propose
TO make an effort in that direction at
the next election. The experiment will
be watched with interest.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01

Democracy can no more consort with
POpulism than it can consOrt with Re-
pubhcanism. Democrats are a class
unto themselves and there can be no
fusion with Populists and Republicans.
II the institutions Of this country are
to be preserved it will be by the Demo
Gratis of the country. If the Democrats
are ever converted or absorbed by the
Republican party or the Populist party
our popular form of government will
soon be name only.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01

''For several years" he writes, ''my
wife and suffered with that terrible
maladY known as dyspepsia or indi-
gestion.
"We commenced to use Kodol Dys-
pepsia Cure on the recommendation
of our druggist. After one dose, and
in short time all those terrible pains
and dyspepsia torrents passed away.
My appetite, also my wife's, came back
and our food could be enjoyed as when
we were 81. am turning n.
"I have not suffered one day with
my stomach since I commenced to use
Kodol Dyspepsia Cure, and I recon-
mend it to all of my fellow citizens.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01
Saved MANY a Time.

Don't neglect coughs and colds even
If it is spring. Such cases often result
seriously at this season just because
pc ople are careless. A dose OF One
Minute Cough Cure will remove all d sn-
ger. Absolutely safe. Acts at once.
Sure cure for coughs, colds, Group, grip,
bronchitis, and other throat and lung
troubles. ~ have used Oae MIMI 9
Cough Cure several years." says Post
master G. o. Dawson, Barr, Iud ut is
the very best cough medicine ON the
market. 1t has saved me many So
we're spell Of sickness and l warmly
recommend it." The children's favor
tie. w A R,mbert.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01
Neglect Means Danger.

Don't neglect biIiousneHs and eonsti-
patton. You ealth will suffer perma-
n 'ntly if you do. .DeWitt's Little
Early Risers cure such cases. NJ B.
Smith, Butternnt, Mich, Gays ODE
Wits Little Early Risers are the most
satisfactory pills / ever took. Never
grIpe or cause nausea" w. A, REM
hart
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01

The Georgia Chautauqua at Albany,
which opens on The Goth of April, will
attract immense crowds. Americas, as
usual, will be well represented. Our
people are always pleased with the
splendid program arranged for these oc-
cRsiona.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01

Yancey Carter, one of the strongest
apostles the PopuIists ever had in this
state, has Returned to the Democratic
fold, and is candidate for the legisla-
lure from Hart county, subject to the
Democratic party.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01
The Story of a Pioneer.

Few men are more widely known in
Topeka, Kas., than Thos. l. Ross.
He is the pioneer real estate dealer
there, having located in the town in
1873. He was a sufferer from dyspep-
STA until he beard of Kodol Dyspep-
STA Cure,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01

A woman bookeeper in Philadelphia,
accused of stealing $15, 900, pleads that
she did it under hypnotic influence.
Somewhat of a novelty for woman en-
ploye to turn thief, so, of course, the
excuse had to be romantic.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01

Ar, Cherry likens the Macon Tele-
<sraph's recent editorial concerning
him to the ebulition of the explosion of
an over unripe egg. You may call it
what yon will, MIR CHERRY, but Editor
Pendleton has spread upon you an
omelette wholly satisfying to the peo-
pie OF Georgia, whether or not you
'ehed this very savory dish.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01
For Clerk of Court.

To the voters of Sumter county; 4 hereby
announce myself candidate for reelection
to the ONCE of clerk of superior court of
Sumter county. subject to the action of the
Democratic primary. If elected Mr., T. f,
GatewoOd will be my deputy, and l pledge a
faithful discharge of the duties of the office,
Yours to serve,
CHAS. A. CHAMBLISS,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01
For Treasurer.

lam a candidate for the office of county
treasurer of Sumter, If elected shall dis
charge the duties of the ONCE faithfully and
/ to the best of my ability My candidacy is
| subject to the action of the democratic phi
mary and will appreciate your support.
A, G.. SPEER.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01

Cecil Rhodes was the J. Pierpont
Morgan of South Africa, but he was
statesman and politician as we'll as
fnaneier.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01
For Treasurer.

am a candidate for the offlHe of treasurer
OF Sumter county, subject to the action Of
the democratic primary. and ask the support
of my friends and the voters OF Sumter,
promising if elected faithful discharge of
the duties OF this important ONCE.
J. 0. MCARTHuR.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01
For Treasurer.

1 am a candidate for the once of county
treasurer of Sumter subject to the action of
the Democratic primary, and solicit the sup
port of my friends and the democratic voters
of Sumter, Respectfully,
MARION SIMS
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01
ANNOUNCEMENTS.
For Sheriff.

l am a candidate for re election to the
ONCE of sheriff of Sumter county, subject to
the action of the Democratic primary, and
solicit the support of my friends and voters
generally. promising ataithtul discharge of
the duties of the office. as in the past. If
elected Mr., Dudley GatewoOd will continue
as deputy. Respectfully, E. /, BELL.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01
For Tax Collector.

announce my candidacy for rec ection
| to the ONCE of tax collector of sumter, sub
| iect to the action of the democratic primary,
and ask the support of my friends and the
democratic voters of the county. Respect
| fully J' b. DUNN
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01

Any man can think as he likes, but il
isn't always policy to put his thoughts
INTO words.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01
For Treasurer.

hereby announce my candidacy for the
Office of treasurer of Sumter county, subject
to the action of the Democratic primary,
and respectfully ask your support.
LOTT WARREN.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01
For Tax Collector.

lam candidate for the Office of tax collec
tor of Sumter and would greatly appreciate
the support of my friends and the voters OF
the county at the Democratic primary
the ONCE if elected. Respectfully,
j. /. HUDSON.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01
For Tax Receiver.

lam candidate for reelection to the of
Ace of tax receiver of Sumter county, and
viii appreciate the support of my friends
and voters generally at the forthcoming de-
mOcratic primary. Respectfully
j. r. RAIFORD.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01
NOTICE SUBSCRIBERS.

whenever the carrier tails to.deliver your
paper on your verandah you will confer 4
favor and cause the paper to he delivered
promptly by reporting the fact to the bust
nessaGA4n,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01

The Beers are not expected to weep
over the death of Cecil Rhodes.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01

annual reports of the failure of the
fruit crop are nearly due
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01

nFmRnF of limitations of Diamond
HE MhHF Dyes Ask for and take only
DS H"H@ Diamond.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01
For Tax Collector.

a44,dfdacy for he
herewith announce my - = ~ rs-rgt d " sub
office of tax collector OF snllAtsa at5c ~ mary
sscf ~ the action of the demOcI dtL1 - the
Jes1 ~ ~ 10 osda1-ed IIespectfuts ~a1ic
2,s1,rr1-t al my friends ana ri I'D
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01
TIE Times-Recorder is the

Ou,c,aI Organ OF the City of Americas
Omcial Organ of Sumter County.
Omclal Organ of Webster County.
ON ;iaI Organ of Railroad Commission of
Georgia for the Sd Congressional District
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01

10 Ple' Ca, APRIL ], 1902
tho 111OctA
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-04-01

Shortest Line Between Americas and Sa.
vannah. Entirely new route to Atlanta via
Columbus.
Omaha daily bee., 1902-11-02

Women's mink scarfs, very best Colorado
mink. sold in this town for $1,000; sale
price, only $500.
B. ]. MANN's sUITs-2OO of them, high
grade, the finest in the lot; they were made
to sell up to $1,000; sale prices, slAOo.
$500 and $22.50.
TURKEL & FELSTINER AND SHAFT
& SILBERMANN's sUITS-About $50 Of
them, made to sell at $500; sale price,
$7.9S.
200 suits, blouse. Norfolks, single and
double breasted. in dress and pedestrienne
suits, made to sell as high as $1,000; sale
price, only $3.50 and $1,000.
woMEN's COATS FROM THE BEST
MANUFACTURERS in NEW YORK CITY
1--WE cannot publish his name)-1 lot OF
Monte Carlos. b~louses, tight-nttings. and
19-inch coats. worth up to $3.50; your
choice for each, $1,000.
| women's Monte Carlos, satin lined
throughout, trimmed with braid and but
tons, made Of very best American wooden
mills kerseys. world-beaters. at $3.50.
go women's loose back raglans, $3.50.
WAISTS FROM THE NATIONAL WAIST
CO., Canal street, New York:
40. dozen women's flannel waists, elAb-
orately trimmed, nearly all maze OF rrehCn
~lannels. as shown in our windows, for
each. $1.5O.
% dozen finer ones from a well-known
manufacturer at $500, $500 and s39s.
/ lot Of white waists. made OF the new
! heavy materials. at, each, S1.Oo.
SKIRTS FROM THE STOCK OF MAX
SOLOMON AND BROWN & LYMAN:
l5O silk skirts. as shown in our window.
worth $500; sale price. $3.50.
500 women's pedestrienne skirts. trimmed
with satin bands; there is no better made
at $3.50.
INFANTS. CHLDREN's AND MISSES
JACKETS from the stock Of Kitzinger a
Zelenko:
500 children's and misses coats. In reds,
tans, blues and casters, IN all new styles.
high storm collar. full lengths, well worth
$3.50; sale price. 1896.
Omaha daily bee., 1902-11-02

Something new. Lettuce Green Tea Sets.
6 pieces. this is the latest fad in coloring.
per set 55e.
splendid line OF bisque figures at CSC
and up.
Just received direct from trance deco
rated Haviland 4 Co. china In open stock
patterns.
German earthen ware, baking dishes. for
&c and up.
Beautiful vace reading lamps, globe to
match the vase. these lamps are sold regu-
lar for $3.50 10 $3.50. We are putting 500
Of them on sale tomrrow at ti.26.
Decorated cups and saueers. hne china.
&c each.
On exhibit tomorrow Millers new electro
lite lamp. burns calcium carbide and water.
at the cost Of &c per hour. One light IL
equal to a dozen gas Jets. safe. convenient
and a child can operate Il. the most eco
nOmieal light Jet discovered
Omaha daily bee., 1902-11-02
The Millinery Sale

Newest and most exquisite millinery in
this sale at about one-third regular price.
Every hat is nobby. stylish and up to date,
and becoming. The SWEETEST creations Of
the leading miuiners to select from. Thou
sands Of dollars worth of newest birds
piumes. tips. pompons. breasts. ostrich and
fancy feathers for trimmings. at astonish-
ing cuts In prices.
SPECIAL PURCHASES OF STREET HATS
90 IN THREE LOTS
Lot 800 very hne street hats. new
styles. regular t1.25 values. on sale at Soc
Lot 1850 Women's elegant street hats.
very stylish. worth az to 81. on sale at 75e.
Lot S-4Oo very finest and most tashiona-
BILE street hats that sold up to IS, on sale
AZ csc.
Big sale on charming and stylish new
pattern hAts and trimmed hats Monday.
MILLINERY FOR CHILDREN ON sPE-
CIAL SALE MONDAY.
Omaha daily bee., 1902-11-02
A GRAND LACE SALE DAY.

and laces will be sold Of all descriptions
from 1c per yard up.
Lace bands. gsloons, allovers, a%ppliques,
Medallions, Irish crochet, French Velour,
Point Paree, Venice, Planen, etc.
The greatest lace sale in the history of
Omaha Thursday.
THESE LACES are made in Zion City,
Lake county, Ill. The plant covers seven
acres and has eight acres Of floor space.
The men employed are lace experts and
particular attention is called to the supe-
rior quality and hnish of these goods.
We fully recognize the fact that the lace
season is practically over, but this, coming
Omaha daily bee., 1902-11-02

as it does-a complete new deal-we arc
anxious to place It before our customers at
once.
The sale begins Thursday and we will
GIVE AWAY FREE
of any charge a lace DOYLE made in Zion
City on these lace machines to each pur-
chaser of 800 worth or over of these new
laces.
We want every lady in the city of Omaha
to see this line of laces. 1t will pay you
to buy now, but II you do not care to pur-
chase, come in and examine them. The
doylies given away are works Of art, are
suitable for dressers or center table pieces
or for cushion tops.
Omaha daily bee., 1902-11-02
Bed Blankets

2 cases ia white n gray wool bed
blankets, per pair S2.49.
1 case all wool gray bed blankets, per
pair $2.75, worth $3.50.
3 cases ia extra large and heavy, all
wool filling tan and gray bed blankets, per
pair S3.49. worth $500
. 20 cases tan and gray cotton blankets,
per pair Acc.
Omaha daily bee., 1902-11-02

BONNET & CoHEN's FURs-women's
heavy eapes, made of AK best quality.
lined with heavy furrier's satin; others
ask you 5000; sale price, $1,000.
Women's beaver jackets, made OF AK
quality best beaver, lined with heaviest
furrter's satin. Innings guaranteed two sea-
sons. sale price. $1,000.
women's astrakhAn capes, 80 inches long.
lined with skinner's satin; others ask you
$500; sale price. ti2.5o.
Omaha daily bee., 1902-11-02
ZION LACE INDUSTRIES.

The lace curtains mentioned in the foro-
going letter are not yet of the machines.
Due notice will be given when they are re-
ceived.
LACE SALE THURSDAY.
These laces are now on exhibition in our
windows and will be placed on sale Thurs
day. We also have a large stock of the
regular imported line of laces which we
will at once close out. These goods also
go on sale Thursday at from one-half to
one-third the regular price. In fact, the
opening sale of these United states-made
laces will be made
Omaha daily bee., 1902-11-02
Flannel Department

/ case y white linen and wool hannell,
per yard Csc. worth 40c.
2 cases extra heavy Shaker hannell. per
yard, 4hc.
2 cases extra heavy embroidered skirt
patterns, each 25c.
20 different patterns, 44-inch wide, all
wool skirting flannel, per yard SOC.
Omaha daily bee., 1902-11-02
Sheet Music

All the music from the comic operas.
sutton of sulu," Wizard Of OF" and
'The storks." on sale in our music de-
partment at reduced prices.
We are headquarters for everything in
the sheet music and book line. Mail or
ders filled the same day we receive them.
Omaha daily bee., 1902-11-02

~ ITOW UuV-NHIIU 10 ~
Bonnet & Cohen, Furs.
shaf & sherman, Ladies' Tailor-made
Suits and Jackets.
turtle & Felstiner, Tailor-made Suits
and Jackets.
Kitzinger q Zelenko, Children's and
Misses Jackets.
Contain & Co., Suits.
National Waist Co.. Flannel Waists.
Brown & Hyman. Skirts.
Max Solomon. Silk and Wool Skirts.
B. J. Mann, Suits.
And many others, making in all about
$50, 900 worth Of manufacturers stocks.
This Is why we are selling more ladies'
tAilor-made garments at less prices than
any house in the west.