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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19
A GRAVE BLUNDER.
England Made a Mistake in Joining
Hands With Germany.

London. Dec. 1S.-The Times, Thu
morning, gives great prominence to a
letter from Sir Robert Giffen declaring
that the foreign office gravely blum
dered in associating itself with Ger
many against Venezuela. Sir Rober.
contends that blockade will be useless
against bankrupt state while the
seizure Of the customs will be tanta.
mount to annexation and full Of dan
ger. considering the peculiar relations
of Venezuela to the United States.
Sir Robert strikes his most alarming
note when he refers to the danger of
Germany embroiling Great Britain with
the United States. He believes that
Germany would not hesitate to occupy
Venezuelan territory, and he says the
less said about British claims the bet
ter. He says he doubts il Great Br:-
tain has any good moral claims against
Venezuela.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19
AN INSPIRED STATEMENT
Says Germany Wants No Trouble With
the United States.

Berlin. Dec. 1S.-The Cologne Gazette
in an evidently inspired statement.
published, Thursday, endeavors to allay
the uneasness regarding Germany's
actions i'm Venezuela which according
to practically the special dispatches
coming from American prevaies in the
United States.
There are no facts" says the state
ment, ito support the dstrust OF Ger
many expressed in many quarters. The
government of the United States knows
well that Germany as little thinks OF
seiZing Venezuelan TERRITORY as of
planting her flag on the mountains of
the moon. Even if we could annex
Venezuela without protest from the
United States we would fOrego so do
ing, as complications with the United
States would be bound to follow.
Germany does not think of waging
n land war. She believes she can en-
force her just demands by means of Il
blockade. The real cause of her action
was the robbery and plumber i'm the
Suise of war contributions which our
countrymen were exposed. Payment Oh
our claims arising therefrom is our frs!
demand. Then we insist on IL settle
ment of the question OF VeneZuela's re-
lations with the great Venezuelan rail-
road and ask that the bankers claims
be submitted to the consideration of a
mixed commission. In the ultimatun
only the immediate payment of proved
claims was requested. In fact the Ger
man government proceeded in spite OF
all provOcation with the greatest pa
thence and moderation
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

To paraphrase Goldsmith little,
And still the wonder grew how one
small box could carry all this strew."
Perhaps if Organ Builder Harrison
had been at the chapel. Thursday.
when the Journal man called. he might
have solved the question but to the
uninitiated ii seemed impossible to put
all the boxes, tubes and "chicken-fix
ings" of the new pipe organ which is
being installed in the chapel, and which
are now strewn all over ii, into the
comparatively small space provided
for them. If ''Multum in parvo" con-
stitutes good organ. the good church
going people of the Home will be well
repaid for their long wait and their
long deferred hope of a new organ
This instrument will be a great addi-
ton to the church services. The POST
Fund council have decided that soon
after it's completion an organ recital
will be held to thoroughly display all
OF it's marvellous projections. have APP
pronriated a sum of money for that
purpose. and since Mr.. Harrison is now
actually at work putting the organ IN
place. that time is likely to soon come.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19
JOHN MITCHELL
Believes Whole Trouble Is In Fair Way
for Settlement.

Buffalo. ~ Y, Dec. 1S.-John Mitch
ell. president of the United Mine Work.
ers, stopped in Buffalo. Wednesday,
tor an hour en- route from his home in
String Valley, Ills, to Scranton. He
was given quite an ovation in the did
ing-room of the hotel. One CT the
suests in the crowd surrounding Me.
Mitchell asked him:
What do you believe is the cause OF
the prolorgation of the trouble between
the miners and the operators and the
cause of their inability to come to
terms?"
principally the sincerity Of some OF
the captains of industry" he replied. Il
believe that Mr.. Baer and some of the
coal barons are sincere and mean
everything they say but they have the
wrong ideas and principles and it is
next 20 impossible to get them to ac-
knowledge the facts. Baer in my opin-
ion is an honest man and lives accord
ing to his principles. The strike, l be-
lieve, is now in a fair way toward a
settlemnut'
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19
A special meeting of the board of al

A special meeting of the board of al
dernen was held, Thursday evening.
and only a small amount of business
was transacted. Some controversy had
been had about a telegraph pole on
Highland avenue opposite the residence
of Mrs. Emma J. Preble, who wished
the pole moved some distance from it's
position. AS this would place it on
ground opposite Geo. Douglass house
he objected and the matter was laid
before the aldermen. After a discus
sion the pole was ordered placed as
near the line between the two lots as
could be estimated and this will be
done. Another matter was an order
passed instructing the street commits
eioner to haul the wood, that was cut
on the Gardiner estate during the fall
by the party under the direction of Mr..
Quimby, to some central place in this
city so that it could be gotten at at
better advantage and disposed of, as
proposed, to those that particularly
need it for heating purposes. After
this business was transacted the meet
ing adjourned.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19
s7th CONGRESS.
CONTINUED from page ~

ton an amount of national bank notes
exceeding 25 per cent. of its paid up
and unimpared capital, without de-
posting United States bonds with the
United States treasury in the manner
provided by existing law.
That said national banks notes
shall be furnished by the United States
at the expense of the respective banks
issuing them and shall be of the de-
nomipation of $40 and multiples there
of. .....- .---
THAT before any national banks
shall receive any of the bank notes re-
ferred to in this act, 1t shall first de-
post in the treasury Of the United
States as a guaranty of the payment
thereof an amount OF United States
bonds or gold coin or both, equal to
8 per cent. of the amount Of the notes
SO taken out and such deposit shall
be counted as part Of the lawful re-
serve Of said bank against said notes..
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19
GREAT REGARD FOR US.
England Very Careful Not to RuffIe
Our Feelings.

London. Dec 1S.-"If the sci .urc of
Venezuelan gunboats does not result
as we all hope, it will be necessary to
proceed to a blockade"
In the speech in the House of Com
mons. Wednesday, during which
Premier Ba;four made the above
statement, he conveyed the impress
SION of possible though as yet unneCes-
sary. further hostilities, or even thai Of
arbitration on some basis might be ac-
Ccpted.
Immediately after having spoken
these words, the premier said that in
the event of blockade no difficulty
would be made between the ships of
neutral powers who would not be con-
Quilted. He Their ridiculed the idea
of a peaceful blockade. When he said:
Il think it quite likely that the
United States government would not
think there is such n thing as a pa
cific blockade. and l personally take
the same view that evidently a block
ade does not involve a state of war;"
the House expressed its appreciation.
Throughout the discussion the tenor
of the questions and answers showed
regard for the views of the United
States.
Mr.. Balfour assured the House that
the papers in the Venezuelan matter
were being prepared as rapidly as
possible and answering a question by
Sir VIM. Vernon HarcOurt he said they
would include the communications with
reference to Venezuela which had
passed between His Majesty's govern
liam Vernon Harcourt asked this ques-
ton: 80 we may know how we stand
with reference to the government Of
the United States
Premier Balfour gave no hint to the
House as to the ultimate result of the
arbitration proposal and nothing fur
iher in this respect has been given
out at the foreign Office.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

communication from the two command
ers of the squadrOns to the Venezuelan
authorities. The publication will APP
pareItly be delayed day or two.
The officials of the foreign office say
that the reply to Venezuela's arbitra-
ton proposal has not yet been sent. The
foreign office is still exchanging views
on the subject with London. Although
the foreign office does not give the least
hint of the character of Germanys re-
ply. it seems certain that arbitration
will not be accepted though the REFUSAL
may be exempted by fresh suggestions.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19
STRANGE RUMORS
About Castro in Hiding and Demands
for Resignation.

London. Dec. 1S.-A dispatch to the
Daily Mail from Willemstad, Curacao.
dated, Dec. II, says the Venezuelan
rebels are approaching Valencia. 'The
population of Caracas is urging Presi-
dent Castro to resign. 1t is rumored in
Willemstad, says the correspondent
that the President is in hiding.
1t is reported that British Marines
have landed at Ciudad Bolivar on the
Orinoco.
a dispatch to the Daily Telegraph
from the Hague, says that all rumOrs
that Holland lis acting against Vene-
Zuela are at least premature. The
Dutch government intends to remain
strictly neutral in the matter.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19
The Randol lob Methodist Fair.

The fair at the Randolph church
closed. Thursday evening, after very
successful session. The program OF the
entertainment. Thursday evening, was:
Vocal solo. Herman Lander: reading,
Percy Towle; bone solo, Miss Clar2
Clark: vocal solo, Miss Grace Conley;
selections by the Zobo orchestra, and
an entertainment from a graphophone.
Each number Of the program was ex-
cellently given and the music by the
zobcs was especially good. The graph
ophone was an added enjoyment and
the program was one Of high merit and
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19
MAINE PENSIONS.

Washington, Dec. 1S.-The following
are the Maine pension changes result
ing from the issue of Dec. 2.
Increase, reissue, etc, Malcolm john
son, Midtown, $12; Otis Tanning. Lu-
bee, $17: Oscar F. Allenwood, Bel
mont, 1924: John Cullen. TOgus. $12.
Widows, minors. etc, Sarah S, Glenn
ent. Waterville, $l2.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19
Venezuelan News from Paris.

Paris, Dec. 1S.-The Caracas cores
pondent of the Matin says in dis
patch: 1T is announced that the allies
intend to lombard Fort San Carlos in
the Gulf of Maracabi, today.
Sixteen hundred revolutionists I'M
der Gen. Ramos have occupied Rio
Chico Gin the state of Miranda).
President Castro and Ell Mocho'
Hernandez met, today, and assured
each other that they would forget the
past.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19
Arthur Gill.

Arthur Gill. volunteer in the otn
n. Y. Infy.. Co. Fl, during the Spanish
war. died, Thursday, at the hospital,
where he had been patient since ms
admission to the Home. last May, ageu
az wears. MIR Gill was a resident VI
New York City, and daughter, resin
ing AT 14s East 18th street, that c'y'
survives him.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19
will be of The merit that past enter
tainments of it's kind have been.

Miss Maud II. Ward appeared before
the police court, Thursday morning, on
a warrant sworn out by G. LeB. Good
EN-, on a charge of the larceny from the
store on Water street, Wednesday, of
some pieces of ribbon. A search of Miss
Wards apartments was made, Wednes-
day, but the missing things were not
found. On the evidence Judge LARA
bee found the defendant guilty, hut
withheld the sentence until Saturday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19
LOCAL MATTERS.
Mrs. Thomas N. Rollins.

Frances H., wife OF Thomas M
Rollins died at about 113o, "Wednesday
evening, at her home at NO. 10 u.s.
man street, after long illness, tnoue"
death came somewhat unexpecteu,s'
Her age was 81 years. Besides 'n'
husband. a daughter. Mrs. II. L. Sne'
burne. a son, Lee Y. Rollins, Do.n -
this city. three sisters. Mrs. 9. I. o'es
ems of Augusta, Mrs. Geo. r. stevens
and Mrs. Angelina Worcester OF Bel.
grade, and a brother. X. M. fea.om
Halloweli, survive her. Mrs. noA u
had resided in Augusta for some !.
years ard was beloved by all VINO Ane"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19
Fall River Schools to Close.

Fall River. Mass, De-. 1S.-At 9
special meeting OF the school commit
tee. Wednesday,, the superintendent
of schools was given power to close
all the schools If the supply of coal cam
not be increased by next Friday. The
order. if it goes into effect, will affect
about 50 buildings and about 1900
children,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19
British Press Wants Peace.

London. Dec. 1S.-The developments
in the Venezuela imbrOglio as revealed
by Premier Balfour's statements, yes
terday, in Parliament have resulted in
bringing out in the press. this morning,
stronger expressions than ever of the
desire to reach some pacific settlement
of the difficulty.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19
Nicaragua Sides With Venezuela.

Managua, Mic. Dec. 1S.-The IIicara
guam government and people view the
action of Great Britain and Germany
towards Venezuela with great indigna-
ton. The press is also highly incensed,
with Venezuela and COM
strongly on the apparent lassi-
tude of the United States.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19
roniaht's Concert Program.

For tonight, the concert by the home
orchestra is as follows:
March-"Hust ak Ufung3rian), Iiaa
Overture-'.King of Diamonds, LaSdmee e
everie-''Nymphalin, cous,
ne .o9u 49,. aNoypoa Gaeblar
notpoaLri .. LII 90 Rraqb'' Hardy
Medley-"The Tenderloin Vaudevl,ie',
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

The entertainment for the benefit of
the High School Athletic Association
will occur at the High school building.
this evening, and prospects point to a
good sized audience. The program will
consist Of numbers by local talent and
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19
Gratifying to Pres. Castro.

New York, Dec. 1S.-The consul gtn-
eral of Venezuela in this city received
tie following cablegram, Wednesday,:
Caracas. Dec. Il. Bankers, bar. cor, :
nerce. society and clergy constituted
in committee. approve the govern
lrent's attitude ard offer President
Castro their aid unreserveG!y. G5igncd
Forres CarGenas, Secretary 30 the
President
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

Miss Elizabeth Urquhart, who has so
acceptably filled the position of soprano
at the universalist church for the past
TWO years. will conclude her services
with the Christmas service. tomorrow.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19
Nominations Confirmed.

Washington. Dec. 1S.-Among the
combinations by the Senate. Wednes-
day were: Richmond Pearson. minister
to Persia; collector of customs. Henry
Whiting, district of Frenchman's Bay;
Maine
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

The degree staff of Sanoorn Lodge.
odd Feliofs. will exemplify work in the
second degree at the District meeting
which will occur at Augusta, this even
ing. Sanborn Lodge will therefore be-
well represented.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

oNerseer of the Poor C. G. Wall, in
forms the Journel that the poor of the
city are in comfortable circumstances.
Several cases coming under his obser-
Walton have received proper attention.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

The remains of the late Mrs. Eliza
beth w. Lawrence were brought to this
city from Richmond, Thursday and
taken to Smitbtown for burial, Thurs
day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

No work on the ice fields was done,
Thursday, but it will be continued as
soon as the conditions become more fa-
yOrable.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

Misses Cassie Young and Lizzie
Thorne of Laselle College, arrived,
Thursday. to pass their vacation at
their homes in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

+. D. Tasker has purchased all the
hacks of G. f. Potter and is soon to
add a rubber-tired hack for use in the
summer
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

As the days go by. the prospects OF
a pleasant evening and large attend
ance at the temperance meeting, next
Tuesday evening, are continually
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

enjoyed by all. A good sum win be
realized from the sale Of the fancy ar
ticles and refreshments and from the
several contests
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

The ladies of the w. C. T. u. will he
pleased to receive contributions of
money or food in aid of their usual
Christmas dinner project.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

Mrs. F. A. Bradstreet and daugh-
ter. Miss Laura, left. Thursday, for
New York. called by the death of Mrs.
Bradstreet's mother.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

Mrs. F. B. Eager of Montreal. is the
guest of Mrs. Harry Minister, Plum
mer street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

Louis Curry came home from Walt
nam, yesterday. TO pass two weeks
vacation. MIR. Curry is studying
matchmaking at the Theological school
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

Miss Abbie G. Dill is quite seriously
! i'll at her home on Deane street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

owing to the limited supply of coal
fof use in the city schools the vacation
viii continue for four weeks, the win
ter term commencing, Jan. 10.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19
GARDINER.
Journals Telephone Call, 26-5.

Mr.. and Mrs. NJ. Mcdonald are visit
ing friends in Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

marine boats should be given more
thorough test to establish their prac-
ticability before more are constructed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

MISS Belindera Gross has accepted a
position in the music rooms of Staples
Smith & Moody at Augusta.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

The ladies of the Congregational
church will hold sale of fancy articles.
candies. etc, at their vestry, this af-
ternOOn and evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

Evangelist Harry Taylor and ]. W.
Hatch, who are now holding meetings
at Millinocket, are to open the year
with work at Skowhegan.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

Mrs. J. II. Wight returned, Thurs
day, from a visit with friends and rel
atives in Portland.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

Mr.. Coombs of Lewiston. was in Gar
diner on business connected with the
new bank block, Thursday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

Work is well underway at the Isin-
glass Works, about 40 men being en-
ployed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

ID. A. Garrity is recovering from a
severe attack OF rheumatism, which has
confined him to his bed for some weeks
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

Miss Alice Lowell left. Thursday. foi
visit at the Normal school at Farm
ington.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19
HALLOWELL.

The city schools will close, tonight
for the holiday vacation.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

Andrew ]. Hooker, who will pass the
winter with his son Fred in Orange,
n. j.. left for that place, Thursday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

The condition Of Ira N. True il 70.
ported to be not quite so favorable.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

Charles Pickering, Jr.. who has been
quite i'll at his home on Summer street,
is considerably improved.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

clarence Plummer has accepted
clerkship at Spaulding's book store.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19
Information for Christmas Shoppers,

F. II. Woodbury. is quite a genius III
| his line as many of his friends knoF.
| He has also genius for selecting Just
The novelties and gems TO please his
numerous customers when they are in
search for a Christmas present that
Will be sure to delight the recipient
An inspection of the choice specimens
n his window display indicates the
drift of his mind but nothing 'vill eo
well reveal the secrets he has for buy
rrs as to step into the store ani allow
him to show you the lovely ami choice
watches. rings and cut glass in tie
several elegant glass show cases. Lots
Of Christmas trade is always sure .:
fnd its way to this jewelry sto"e.
Have you noticed the wonderful case
full of sterling silver displayed ~ C. ..
pavenports window? Surely here in
this store is stock of watches of Gil
grades and prices equal to The bAsr
ard the exhibit of cut glass is elegant
and beautiful enough to :neet Tie de-
mands of Christmas buyers Of Il much
larger city. Mr.. DaveEport's goois
have already been in great lemant
ard multitudes of Christmas buyers
lave handed in the names of friends 10
be engraved upon the lovely rings, ele-
giant watches or other articles selected
for a present. Don't delaE. is Ire a3-
vice of the scribe.
The New York bargain store is in fui'
Last. with probably no more idle time
on their hands until after the ho.i-
days. 1t has become a popular ploce
FOR buyers and one might as We'll at
tempt to pick out of a Kaleidoscope one
Ct its bright rays. as to atterlpt 10
describe in detail stock so varied ar
extensive as will be found in tins
store of which Geo. f. Langille is the
genial proprietor. Be sure to cal Ard
see the business hum and all the &C.
partments overlooking with presents.
Whoever, these days, steps into q. W.
rown & Co.'S palace store. anG their
name is legion. is confronted with
such a beautiful array Of Christmas
goods, in addition to a regulaf sto'
always attractive, that the effect, If 1t
be a sunshiny day. is almost dazzling.
Ire profusion of special things tho
lave with such care selected 10" nc
Holiday trade is enough 20 SATISFY
atcut all who are looking for sor.e-
thing, but cannot just think what,
something that will be iovely and APP
,.ropriate for a Christmas present and
not cost too much. Their line o: nove.-
ties in burnt goods. pictures, handker-
chiefs. aprons and pretty little things
is particularly fine. This BEAUTIFUL
store is place of beauty and no shop
Ter should overlook it.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19

Miss Franc Landers is quite i'll at her
home on Brunswick street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1902-12-19
NATIONAL HOME.

Major Elwell returned. Thursday. from
a business trip to New York and Wash
irgton.