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The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1903-02-07
APPLES AND FRUITS.

OF the samples or the things to be
shown today.
APPLES AND FRUITS.
The Big DispIays-The Little Prices.
Special values for you today which
will eclipse anything in the city
500 Barrels of Apples now on the floor
of our big apple room for you to Sc
lect from and thousands of barrels to
take their places when they are gone.
Select personally, if possible, but if
you live at a distance we satisfy you
just the same and ship by express or
refrigerator car.
Good BaIdwins, per bbl, 50, $1.75
and ........... ............$1 so
6aldwins, guaranteed all sound,
large flour barrels. .$2.25
Extra Fancy New York Winter
Keeping Baldwins-these APP
pies sell elsewhere at $3.50, 81
and $3.50 per barrel-we offer
them today at, per barrel $3.50
Ben Davis Apples, per barrel. 81,
$1.75 and Observation-Disclosures. 81 so
Gano Apples, per barrel, 1925 and.$200
Greening Apples (Michigan) per
barrel, $3.50 and. ...........$ 1925.
Greenng Apples (New York;, per
barrel ........ ................ $275
Ialnan Sweet Apples, per barrel $235
Pound Sweet Apples. per barrel. $265
None Such Apples, per barrel. .$240
Seek No Further, per barrel. -. $3.50
Steel REQ Apples, per barrel. S2.25
Canadian Red Apples, per barrel. $245
Phoenix Apples, extra good keep
ers, per barrel .........$ $3.50
BelIflower Apples, per barrel 80. .$2.40
GillfIower Apples, per barrel 49, .$2.35
Wine Sap Apples, per barrel. 80. $3.50
King Apples. per barrel. .... $3.50
Spitzenberg Apples, per barrel. .$2.65
Red Streak Apples, per barrel. $40
Missouri Pippin Apples, per bar
New York Pippin Apples, per
barrel s..... ...... ......... 81. So
= Golden Russet Apples, per barrel. 50. rs
Telepahawken Apples, per barrel..$2.50
Fallowater Apples, per barrel. $3.50
Baldwin Russell Apples, per barrel. 1910
Red Russell Apples, per barrel. 1886
Oranges - California Redlands
Navel-any size, per box. $3.50
California Seeding Oranges (any
sizc), per box. observation-disclosures .50
Coed NaVels, per dozen. 15c to 4Oc
Seeding Oranges, per doz. Sc to zoe
Lemons, California, 800 or $50 size
per box. ..... So. rs
Strawberries, large quarts fresh
rloI4uds 800. .......'.'...... 2oc
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1903-02-07

one fare for the round trip. Full par
tlcuIars. E. A. Whitaker. 3S2 Robert ST.,
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1903-02-07
King Edward Well Again.

LONDON. Feb. 6.-King Edward has
recovered from his recent indlsP SAs--@>
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1903-02-07
The ANbREN SDHlCH GlOClaI @.

The BIG STORE
Broadway & Seventh. ST. Paul
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1903-02-07
THE POPULAR GROCERY,
school
GROCERIES EXCLUSIVELY.

Big inducements for careful buyers
at the Big Grocery today. Read a few
of the samples of the things to be
shown today.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24
THE EPISCOPAL MUSICALE.

Tho musicale and reception on Tuesday
evening at tho Godding home by tho Epis-
eopal choir was 4 decided success. both
from an artistic and financial standpoint
Tho three large parlors and yeranda were
well filed with an appreeia,ivo audience.
Tho program consisted Of selections by
Miss Taub Of Denver. pianist; Miss Birds
oyo Of Nevada. Mo-. yiolinis,; Miss Gran,
Of Pueblo. reader; Miss Coleman. soprano.
and tho ladies' quar;ot;e composed Of
aissos Coleman. Maxwell. Custer and
Mcbride.
All the numbers were rendered in an
artistic manner and several eneoros were
responded to. At tho close Of tho musical
program punch was served in tho dining
room by Mrs. J. E. Lawson.
The receipts were about $40.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24
A MUSICAL TREAT.

Las, Friday evening few friends Of
Mr.. and Mrs. a. C. Sloan were favored
with invitations to spend tho evening al
their home To NEE, their daughter. Mrs
Homer Collins Of Duluth. Tho program
OF tho evening was purely musical. |,
was certainly treat to Rocky Ford pco-
pie to DO able TO hear Mrs. Collins sing
She possesses magnificent high soprano
and very graeiously sang number oi
selections. both secular and sacred. which
displayed her fine quality and range oi
voice. Those fortunate enough to be pros
son, were unanimous in expressing their
thanks TO Mr.. and Mrs. Sloan and Mrs
Collins for u most delightful evening
While in Rocky Ford Mrs. Collins ia
Vorod tho Methodist, Christian and Bap;-
ist congregations with solos which were
all highly enjoyed. Il is hoped that Mrs,
Collins will again visi, Rocky Ford.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24
S-tf.
Log Rolling Rates.

The Santa F'o route has granted the
very low ratio Of three cents mile for
the round trip from Colorado Springs.
Pueblo, Trinidad, Canon City and all in
tefmedate points On account OF the log
rolling to be held in Lamar on August 2e.
This will insure big attendance from all
points,
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24
CrYstalllcd Water.

There will be no more Crystalized water
for sale at the Alta Vista house, or any
place else in Rocky Ford for tho present.
All wanting any more will please send to
office. Send money order, bank draft or
express order.
Holbrook Bros,
Room Beard Of Trade.
9-tf. Pueblo, Col.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

L. j. Starks, 4oo S. 9th, takes orders
for window washing. lawn moving. office
cleaning and general house cleaning. CAR
pets cleaned with or without taking up.
old carpets made to look like new and all
stains removed.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

CALVES WANTED am in the mar
ket'for calves. If not convenient - call
on me. drop me card and will cell on
vo,, o. b. Staufie1.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24
Public School Library.

During the summer vacation the Public
School Library will be open every Thurs
day from a. m. 70 5 p, M,
s-tf A, W, Webster, Librarian.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

Sixty cent Summer corsots now 5ee
Fred G. Thedo & Co.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24
Prices No Object.

On grain we will guarantee TO save
you money. Como in and got our prices.
We will do as we say.
II. Rocky Ford Trading Co.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24
We have tho BEE SUPPLIES. You
buy them. The Bccs will do the rest.
Yours for business,
seu Tho K. W. English Lumber Co.

a few euzgies on hand which VIC are
anxious To close out which We offer a, a
bargain this week.
Il. Rocky Ford Trading Co.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

WANTED. driving horse. Must be
sound and reliable. or years old, me
dium weight and fair driver.
S-9-p. y. L. Lester.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24
Free Employment Agency.

Men wanting places to work on farm
should leave their Names at the Enter
Prise Office, orders having been left with
US to secure hands. No charge for this
service to either farmer or laborer. 5-tf
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

For BEE SUPPLIES see the K. w.
English Lumber Co. We think we
c an please you and we know our
SUPPLIES will please the BEES. 4stf
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

Man and wife wanted on ranch; man to
do field work. woman to do housework. at
the Bingham ranch. lt
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24
For Sale.

Ny home one mile sou,hoas; Of Rocky
Ford. consisting OF ton acres. q, . fair
price and reasonable terms.
7-u @. w. ooss.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

ARTEsIAN WATER delivered from
the Swink well at z5c per tank. Leave
your orders with the Rocky Ford Trading
q 4-tf
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

We will buy your hay.-Rooky Ford
Trading Co. If.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

S2.5oo of new, clean. up-to-date mer-
chandise must be sold by August End.
Prices cut below eost.-Fred G. Thede e.
Co
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

SIPS Ladies and Misses Lace Slippers
and osfords now s6e.-Fred G. Thede &
Co.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

The Rocky Ford Hardware CO. this
week received large invoice of buggies
and binding twine.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

Manila Binding Twine, slightly damaged
by water. for sale very cheap at E. r.
Cooks Implement House.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

For Sale. IL Brood Sows with pigs
from S to % days old. NJ. J.. D. Haight,
5 miles west of Rocky Ford. 7-Sp
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

FOR SALE, the show cases. counters
and shelving in the otero Pharmacy.
Call on Hereford & Award. 1-u
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

Twelve and one-half cent Percales,
light or dark colors. now 7Hc.
Fred G. Thede & Co.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

Ladies'. Misses and Boys 1870 fast
Black Hose, now 6Ise.-Fred G. Thede &
Co.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

All our age and SIC silk mulls now soc
Ramsay & Byars.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

S2.25 Ladies' Sandals, Lace Slippers,
and Oxfords, now Sl.5e.-Fred G. Thede
4, Co
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

Wanted girl for general housework.
Call at S. M. Cozad's. in sugar factory
grounds.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

Buy your Twine Of the Rocky Ford
Trading Co. II.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

S;rayed. from my farm oassof Newdalc
ono largo rod boar.
Frank D. Voorhees,.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

Wanted. a man and wife TO work on I
farm. Call a. tho Enterprise Office.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

Buy your grain Of tho Rocky Ford
Trading Co. Prices no longer an object
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

II you want buggy at bargain see
the Rocky Ford Trading Co. II.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

$3.50 Ladies new style White Waists
now S2.2e.-Fred G. Thedo & Co.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

For Sale-Young pigs. W. H. Butter
field. 5-s-p.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

Buy Bread at Talholm's Denver Bakery
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

Buy the best twine on earth Of the
u. Rocky Ford Trading Co.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

Millinery a. half prico-Frcd G. ThCdc
4. Co.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

For Sale. old tin roofing. Call on G. C.
Hawsey. 7-t
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

Iron Beds. Mattresses, Cots and Bed
Springs at
6. The Burkdall Hardware Co.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

Ladies' e5 and z5e fancy drop stitch
hose. now SO eents.-Fred G. Thede &
Co.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

liz NIGHTS OF THE N lCChBEES-Meets
In Mt !. q. %. +. hull the nrst ard third Sat
4 istf II. ,oT,s BROWN, Il. X.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

Applications for positions during the
coming campaign will now bo received a
our Office.
Rocky Ford enterprise., 1903-07-24

American Beet Sugar Co.
z-i5. Rocky Ford. Colo.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1903-07-03

glasses fitted or changed should not
fail to call on him. Remember the
date and place.
Special sale of hats this week
at Mrs, Garvey's.
Mrs. M. H. Brennan left for the
claim at Minot Wednesday where she
will reman a few days. Mr.. Bren-
mans sister who arrived from Chicago
on the same train, accompanied her
to Minot nea which place she also
has a claim.
We always make our word good.
We say that the Prince Condo cigar
is clear Havana filled and hand made.
We would like all good judges Of a
cigar to try them. Weber Bros.
Devils Lake. 7-tf
Hail Insure with Powell
who represents old line Stock
Companies that have paid North
Dakota losses for a score of year S
The bali game at Leeds Sunday be-
tween Cando and York was an excit-
ing affair and was we'll attended.
About 2,OOO people witnessed the
game, which resulted in a score of 9
to 4, in favor of York. The York
team ran in six scores in the first in
ming, but after that inning the game
was hotly contested, and the Cando
team put up a fine sample of the
National game. Hartley, of this
city played center field for Cando.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1903-07-03
Market Report.
NDAYT

Edgar Anderson, lately returned
from a visit in Iowa, was up from
Crary Monday.
Temple Court cigar 5 cents straight,
try one.
Miss Grace Frantz left on No. 8
Wednesday for an extended visit with
friends in Iowa and Illinois.
Strayed, from my yard, n red
heifer with sharp horns Sunday, June
IA, 1903. F. W. Cockburn.
Rev. Father Vincent Wehrle of
Richardtvn, arrived Wednesday on q
visit to st. Calls Monastery at this
place.
M. P. Nef q Co., have many calls
for town property. If you have
anything in this line for sale see
them.
Mrs. Frank Boubaker, arrived
from Duluth Monday to spend a few
DAYS with her husband on the Chsu-
tauqua grounds
Farm hands furnished at Maxson's
employment Office.
Mr.. E. G. Cooper of Grand Forks
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1903-07-03

promptly adjusted and paid on We'd
nesday last to Mr.. Wes Whitford 1925
the amount of fire insurance carried
with Powell on his barn and feed.
| Moral: Insure with Powell.
A new assortment of the latest mil
liuery creations just received at Mrs.
Garvey's.
Col. Lounsbery came up from iar-
go Tuesday and transacted business
in this city.
First National Bank has for sale at
all times young and sound horses
drivers and farm stock.
Miss Helen Sullivan, of hangdon,
is down On a visit with her grand
mother, Mrs. Baker, of this city.
You pay your interest coupons at
First National Bank. No eastern ex-
! change is exacted.
B. Mercer, who formerly clerked in
Haslam's store, was down from Lang
don visiting friends Tuesday.
have room for a few more cows in
pasture north of school house. See
@. D. Miller, Devils Lake.
Wanted to rent permanently house
of 6 or Z rooms. Also anne party will
buy Q house of same size. Write at
once. Lock Box SD. Wifi 3dt
Harry Farnsworth went on a jaglet
Tuesday evening, md was brought up
before polite court the following
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1903-07-03

morning, and given the usual dose.
He passed up the fine, and was com
mitted to the city hospital for inebri
ates.
REIMBURSEMENT for sale, 10 miles
west Of Esmond. Good sale. Chance
for townsite on land. C. A. Dodge
& Co.
MIS-. Frank Rutten, ST., accompan.
led by here sister. Mrs. Mohrbach,
arrived Tuesday from Cologne, MINI.
where the former has been visiting.
They will spend a few weeks in the
city during Chautauqua visiting re.
latives.
A snap in real estate; 1 have q
good quarter section for sale four
miles north from Starkweather. This
is a snap at price. The NE. ID of
Sec: 15-15s-64. Call and see me OF
write. j. D. jacobson, Starkweath-
or, N. D. 17-4t W
The flagstaff on the encampment
grounds is something worthy of more
than passing notice.: This staff is
stationed opposite the quarters of Co.
c on the parade ground, and stands
70 feet high. It is of hollow steel
and was made by Gorder & Son, of
this city.
D. j. Sullivan the we'll known op-
tician from Fargo. who visits Devils
Lake regularly will be at Huesgen's
jewelry store again from July 8 to
ID. Any n having eye trouble, need
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1903-07-03

Stops the Coughs and Works on
the Colds.
Laxative Bromo Quinine- Tablets
cur a cold in n day. No cnre. no
pay. Price, Csc.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1903-07-03
Bargains in trimmed hats and
at Mrs. Garvey's.

The news comes from Morris,
Mimi, Of a tragedy which followed
the appearance of Campbell Bros
shows at that place. When the bear
cage was passing M Of the stores,
during the parade, a young man, .
member of the circus band, rushed
out Of the door and attempted to
climb to the top of the wagon where
the band was seated. While trying
to climb up n Of the wheels Of tho
heavy vehicle passed over his head
and crushed his life out instantly.
He played one of the drums in tho
band, and had been detained from
joining his companions at the com-
mencement of the parade. The
tragedy cast a gloom over Morris.
Powell the HAIL Insurance
agent dose not repesent any
fake mutual which takes the
farmers good money but f0rgets
to be mutual. and help when
losses come, as they:will. Insure
with Powell in a loss paying
Company.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1903-07-03

Inc improvement company
will soon issue 9 new telephone
directory. Get your order ia
for a telephone so your name
will appear in it.
A steady rain fell Tuesday after
noon in the vicinity of this city, and
nothing has been more welcome. Be-
sides laying the dust. it has broken
the spell of drouth which has for so
long threatened this years crop. A
little later might have been too late.
If You want to pay the balance due
on your crop contract for land, John
W. Maher will loan you the money
with which to do SO.
What will be a surprise to many of
those interested in feats of skill and
daring is the fact that Arthur Max
we'll ID the only colored trick cyclist
in the world. His feats within the
narrow limits of the stage have been
a marvel not only to the uninitiated
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chiffon, mousseline. satin and velvet bows
and rosettes spangled into brilliancy,
rosettes Of violets and rosebuds, or Of
single large flowers like chrysanthemums.
are among the bewitching decorations.
To wear with the neglige there are the
mules in all colors Of leather, satin, velvet
and silk, with the new touch Of quilted
ribbon around the vamp and bow or rosette
or little bunch Of flowers at the side. There
are also some new little moocasins for the
bedroom that are Frightened by gay
ribbon running In and out Of slashes around
the top.
Stockings seem to vie with shoes IN beauty
and variety. The black silk lead with
their usual quiet popularity-only some
are not 90 very quiet this season. One
finds them plain and ribbed and open
worked a. OF yore. but many are OF fand-
fulness that delights and surprises.
Some arc inset with long. ehptical medal.
lions OF black thread lace. others with
similar medallions Of black net embroi-
dered In color. Some are striped up and
down With lines OF tiny steel beads, others
with lines Of black spanglee.
Some are embroidered with stately
clocks OF severe lines. others with CLOCKS not
90 severe that burst into little rockets a
flowers at the tops Some are dotted with
little rosebuds or wreaths OF minute
flowers, or bright sunbursts; and the favor
lie grape design trails over othsrs-
great rose sdorns the insssp OF some
Of the most charming. the stern OF tbs
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woman who sntertains, enough to make
economy important to her told the othsr
day. how che managed to buy flowers at
discount In these shops.
sWhen I arn giving q dinner she oon-
fessed to friend i always wait until about
Q o'clock In the afternoon before ] 60 to
get the flowers. ] always know that my
table Is TO be yellow, white or pink. use
only flowers for decoration. 90 ! am not
compelled to think beforehand OF any
other colors on the table. =.
Il then 20 late TO the flower shops and
find what they have on hand in the largest
numbers. II II happens to be jonquils !
am able 10 get a. many Of them a. want
for less than half what I would have to
pay In the regular stores.
sometimes have been able TO get bea,l-
tful roses at very cheap prices. 1t all de-
ponds on the supply that happens TO b
left on hand.
ct Is better to cell them to me at the
price ! offer than to the street pediors
who pay still less Sometimes have TO 60
to two or three Of the shops before I dnd
anything that quits my purpose. But
have never yet failed TO 6nd . supply In
the end. And I am able 30 buy twioe a. many
as II vent TO the ordinary florist and paid
his prices
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jewelled crown for buckle that gives a
aristocratio shoe 6nish It deserves.
The dressy sandal slppers are legion,
the number Of straps varying from ons to
hve or more. Ono finds them In patent
leather. In velvet. and satin, with jewelled
buttons. and In the daintily feminine gray
suede. beaded In steel. There are others
with vamps striped In two kinds Of colop
OF leather. or OF satin or velvet with leather
and those striped In gilt and black leather
look like hornets.
Taste and fancy are lavished on the
simple low slipper that never goes out Of
style. Tho patent leather slipper is prob
ably the prettiest for general use. and its
beauty is In it's lines and the finishing ornA.
ment--a solitaire rhinestone. jewelled but
ton or little steel trimming that rests hat
on the leather.
Black velvet. satin and kid slippers como
in the same class. Some Of the last are em.
broidered and studded with brilliants.
Light-hued satin and brocade slippers
for evening never were moro charming
than now. One pair is finished with little
sheaf Of white lace In the centre Of which
neetles a great. glittering rhinestone.
Other lace sheaves hold great emeralds.
hhotiioi ehppoi N oSNciC1 WIN
black passementerie. q third pair with
white ribbon embroidery studded with
coral beade. A pair for q wedding u
studded with pearls and has tulle bows
in which are fastened sprays Of orange
blossoms.
Rich brocaded slippers Of Iths Louis
XVI. period with great gold buckles and
high gilt heels, help to make It appear that
the dress slipper 10 to evolve even farther
into one OF the oostliest sdornments OF the
wardrobe. This win Of course be true
II the skirts OF evening gowns shorten,
a. some enterprising prophets say they
may. and the bodies lengthen into
long-pointed fronts.
Buckles. buttons and other hnis hes for
clippers In gilt. gold. silver. out-steel. gun
metal, mother-of-pearl. and gems dash
and glow In the sample cases, Tulls.
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With three rows Of narrow black satin rib
bon. In the silk nounos Are round inssts
OF black laos on which are appliqued little
round disks Of the lowered sstin.
A brocads. ornate In pattern. Q dawn
In ooloring. u hniAhsd 81 bottom With .
deep hounos OF ross pink aeoordion plated
chiffon sdssd with cream laos. A white
ta6stA carries Q 6ounoe Of plated point
dtsprh on which Are sppliqusd msdailions
Of white satin. A creamy hbsrty sstin 10
insss with black lsns.
Thsrs b IN sppls srssn tAHetA With circu'
jss nounos sttn With eordins and tuekf .
tarqvoias blus Of nastAllie brightness ins~t
With rove OF heavy. falling cream ins~rtion
Thers are The sntir~ly ns~ pink or blue
china sllks. With dainty lingerie nounoss
that en- b removed 10 no lAundsred
This gives only . nsosi fIaGmsntary idsa
Of he sIsborsts fahtssy In sils psttlcost
osssilo1s The sans nsury pfsvsiis IN The
llnssss pssIsnsss
Insss Iao,ifs IN finest LAns srsos mos Of
the modsL. and yard upon ysrds ~ M
sss,lon sse uses M tLs esnpositisn VI ons
81 tlssss nasy sssn~nts ons ssaussts
ssa4~i y asnssd nth sppiiqssd lsas bssvss.
ssd Ms l~ssss sss ~ arranged sbovt ti.s
tsp sf tls eousas - "a esseh lsio plsns .
hsesl pllk ssila fihesa tissi tA.s 60 the
SO N ssfs hsAs'As ess