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Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25

Representative colored men OF the
United States met in Richmond on
Monday and started an organization
under the name of 1.-THE Negro
DEVELOPMENT and Exposition Com
pany of the United States of Amer
lea" for the purpose OF aiding IN the
jamestown Exposition, the tercen'
tenary of the founding of the Amerl-
can Colonies to be celebrated in l9O7.
The company proposes to raise from
$500, 900 to $1,000, 900 for the objects
of the association and charter will
be granted. The stock is to be $40 a
share. The objects of the organiza-
ton, as set forth in their charter,are
for the purpose of aiding the devel-
opment of the negro population OF
United States; to encourage and pro
mote the financial, educational and
commercial interests of the race, and
to exhibit to the world at the James,
town exposition, in 1907, the results
OF the mechanical achievements and
the educational progress of the negro
since 1865 by placing their products
on exhibition at jamestown, every
article made, carved, manufactured,
printed or invented by the negro
race"
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25

To the Voters of Accomack County:
The new Constitution Of the state OF VIZ
ginia. adopted by the Convention OF leOl- =
with the Schedule thereto annexed, provides
that on the First day of February, a. D.. 1904,
the present judicial system Of County courts
in said State shall cease, and the judicial sys-
tenn Of Circuit Courts created by SAID ConStl-
tuition, shall 90 into operation; and further
provides, that in the County of Accomack,
there shall be elected on Tuesday after the {,
first Monday in November, A. d.. lgU3, WIN
other County officers, one County Clerk. VINO
shall! be Clerk of the Circuit Court, Tor whlch
Office hereby announce myself candidate
at said November election, subject TO nominal
ton at the Democratic Primary Electloh u
select candidates for County Offices.
Truly thankful to my fellow citizens t S
their support in the past, shall indeed DC
sincerely grateful for continuance thereol'
and if elected. shall strive with utmost en-
deavor 10 discharge the duties of the Once
faithfully, promptly, efficiently and obllglng-
ly; ever seeking Divine guidance. D..
In the event of my ele elton to said once, IL
is my purpose, on entering upon the duties
thereof, to request the Court to appoint MI
Robert II. Oldham and Mr.. John H. Wise,
Deputy Clerks.
John D. Grant.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25

The defeat of Senator Martin says
a correspondent of the Times Dis
patch, is predicted by well known
politician posted as to party affairs
in the State. In his opinion all the
anti. Martin men will unite on one
man when the time comes for them
to do SO and that man will be the
Hon. Harry st. George Tucker. The
correctness of his views in the matter
will hardly be disputed, if they will
unite, not only on Mr.. Tucker out on
many other men in Virginia. That
the people of the State do not want
Mr.. Martin to be his own successor
seems to be beyond question. 1t is
with the aspirants for Senatorial
honors to show their Difference to the
wishes of the people, in uniting on
one man to accomplished his defeat.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25
Valuable Farm
For Sale at
Private Contract
for $500 cash. balance on time
and in amounts to suit
purchaser.

This farm is situated on coun-
ty road one mile from Jenkins
Bridge, % miles from Railroad
Station, containing by actual
survey 1913 10-100 acres, of
which 80 70 100 acres are wood
land, improved by two-story
building, 4 rooms, with back
building one and a half story
high, barn, stables and other
out.buildings in good condition.
The land is of good quality
adapted to all crops and with
plenty of woods manure.
$4,000 will buy it, $500 cash,
balance on time and in amounts
to suit pnrchaser-10 years if
desired.
VIM. L. MOCK,
Temperanceville, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25

Colonel George W. Miles, OF kad-
ford, Va, ii is now confidently pre-
dicted, will be chosen president OF
the University at the meeting OF the
Board of visitors, 70 be held al that
institution next Tuesday, and the
Board. If the testimonials submitted
as TO his fitness for the place are COT
rect will make no mistake in giving
him the position. Ina twenty-seVsh
mage pamphlet just issued from 'h'
press. he is heartily endorsed 10y lead
ing men in every walk in life MOI
only in the State but throughout the
country, for character, scholarship,
executive and financial ability, and
availability. Judge John A. bueh>
anan. of the Supreme Court OF APP
peals, by whom the paper was pre-
pared in discussing the opposition 10
Colonel Miles, says:
THE source Of much OF the oppo'
sition among the citizens OF the state
il due TO the uucontradicted charge
that has been freely circulated that
this movement was bringing the
University of Virginia into politics
It will not take twenty-four hours
after your action in this matter for
members of your own honoraole
bodv TO forever remove this impress
sion and to allay this opposition
Moreover. the hearty support that
Mr.. Miles has received from gente
men holding different political views
in his part of the State is the pest
nroof of his ability to disabuse the
minds of the citizens on this subject
As committee Of his friends present
ing this paper, we can say TO you
that Mr.. Miles, if elected, will know
nothing but the University OF Vlr-
eInia. and will be able to go to any
citizen in the State to enlist his sup
port for his cause
me IdCU ludG llC 10 q ' ~ = 'A3-N~ ~
an alumnus of the University, who
loves his State and the old institution,
must 60 very far too with the Board
in arriving at a conclusion in the
matter. Nor can the fact, that he Is
a hustler" In the best sense OF that
word, who has won success in every
business in which he has been en-
gagged in life, be lost sight OF by them
in making the choice of president.
These things taken into connection
with the good reports received oil
him by us from one close to him, IN
whose judgment we have the highest
confidence, constrains us to believe
that he is "the right man for the
place" and should be chosen as the
president of the old institution OF
learning.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25
Scholarships For Accomack County

The following scholarships Will be
awarded, white, august 18th, colored,
August Sth, at lola. NJ, at the once
of the Supt. of Schools in Onancock.
A scholarship from Eastern Col
lege, Front Royal, Va, the value oil
which is $35, to be given to anyone
whom Supt. may name and may be
used by the holder in any depart
ment of the College. The scholar
shin is not to DO awarded to anyone
who has attended tho College prior
to this date.
Washington and Lee University.
Onanoock High school-Awarded
10 l.. Chandler Doughty.
Pungotcague High school-Award-
cd Milton Il. Ames.
Parksley scholarship not awarded
Temperancevillc scholarship not
awarded.
Cnincoteague scholarship not
awarded.
Accomack county scholarship at
large not awarded. Value OF each
scholarship $50.
State Female Normal school, Farm
vile. Two scholarships, value oil
each $50 90.
Virginia Polytechnic Institute
Blacksburg, Va. Two scholarships
value $50 each.
William and Mary College, Will
liamsburg Twenty scholarships
value each $53, as appears from fol-
lowing letter to superintendent JOY
mes: In reply to your card it may be
stated that we will take 20 students
from Accomack upon your recon-
mendation as scholarship students
The value of these scholarships each
in money is $50.
Lyon G. Tyler, Pres.
Eastman Business College, Pough-
keepsie, n. Y. One scholarship three
months.
Colored.
Virginia Normal and Industrial H.
stitute, Petersburg. Two scholar
ships.
All applicants must furnish testl-
monials of good character, also let
ter of recommendation from the
teacher of the last public school at
tended.
Where two or more apply for the
same scholarship competitive ex
aminations will be held on above
) dates.
Very respectfully,
G. 6. Joynes,
Sup't. of Schools.
Onancock, Va, June 20, 1908.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25

Write to us tor estimates on door,
sash, blinds, stair-rails and all other
kinds of building material, hardware
paints, &C. Stock large, prices low.
Mr.. r. D. L. Fletcher will be at Ac-
comac c. H., the first day of every
County Court, to receive orders for
the firm.
Cape Charles Ice & Lumber Go.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25

To the Voters of Accomack County:
desire 10 remind you of the fact that am
c0untv subject 10 the decision of the Demo
cratic party in making nominations. IL is use,
less to remind you also, that four years ago
spent both time and money in trying TO secure
The same place. but failed to get there Neither
did / get there when appointment was to be
made TO ill the vacancy caused 10y the death
of Mr.. Gunter, / therefore have no oihclal
record. for which to Justify myself in asking
your support, but should l be fortunate
enough to win in the coming election, when
the voters of the whole county will have
voice. surely | will try just as hard to please
You and to do my duty as would, had com
bination Of circumstances placed me IN posi-
ton 10 successfully swipe a seldom shce OIL
nolitical pic. furnished by the solitary sound
of single voice, shortly after the close OF
three cornered campaign, in which ana not
care TO enter. However, | am now, as hereto
fore. willing to leave the matter with the
voters. and will bow submissively to their de-
cisiOn.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25
To The Merchants.
R. G. Evans.

will continue the wholesale BUSH
ness of Miles s. Evans, at Onley, Va,
and wish to thank you for your pat
ronage in the past. l will APP
preciate all business you may give
me and assure you of my best atten-
ton. Business will be conducted
under the name of E. E. Miles.
Onley, July 10.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25
The Value of Cypress.
1t is the Most Durable Wood Which Gan be USeu'

ndesucbe WOOD ana
such to and durable woods peculiar 10 tue
On
N North as seems to ana Eastern Shore
Shingles
growing and often ousan years
Of
many years ago. and supplies from the SwamP OF rgn anu
depleted now
of Cypress younger CROWN not @
compared Win the
which to its greatest
durability timber corresponds 10 m Eye
illustration an Ola
durable than from ayoung tree ana WIN
how much you tne
building or how experienced or ~ your
shingles make great mistake
The covering the important part OF tn T %
determines roof" And is economy 10 run
of atrng amount Vi "
wisely and buyB BEST FLORIDA HEART SHINGLES
For sale byde generally
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25
Very truly
nd Fellow Citizens:

To nv Friends and Fellow Citizens:
/ desire TO again call the attention OF the
citizens of Accomack County to the fact that
am still a candidate for the office OF Sherln
of this county, subject to the rules and regu-
lations of the Democrat party. 1t has Deen my
pleasure to discharge the duties of this Office
nv appOintment from the court for the uneX-
pired term of my predecessor If this period
of service has been satisfactory to the people
of the Commonwealth, then feel 1ustined III
asking the support of the voters OF the coull-
ty. Leaving the matter to the unbiased Judg
ment of the people, am.
Very sincerely,
Lee b. Kellam.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25
Candidates Cards.

To NV Fellow Citizens of the County OF Acoo-
mac: lc a candidate to
ronrcsenf the county of AccOmac IN thc heN !
iidt,,so of nelegates. subject to the rules ana
rcpulations of the Democratic pulH -,
niir,, Tho above announcements am lllliu
T,'i nf Tho fact that AccomackS represents
ti,.os IN Tho next Assembly of virginia, oWlng
~ mn unnecessary and deploraDle hBltallon Ui
measures and questions affecting inc liu' S %
interest and welfare OF Cerlhin I iii orcat
county will bc aOnormally VlV'n ,,',d ne fei
and crave rcsponsibilties;yet shoulu my , ioi
H n,' eeiti,ens honor me 10y clccting me as lneII
nov renresentative,I will strive, as ar as III
ny ,ttl,Ic mower TO measure up 10 those re
n,iiraments: and ii will be my coiSE,iU an I
I o,i,cning TO the voice of people, 10 au
oNOa -. NV n,rislation which will rcdOund 10 tnc
nNora1 and material interests OF uhls county
Inasmuch as the paramount ISSUE AT prc 81
acitotinp the minds of the people ~ lnc l VI
fer question deem II nut lnlr ~ .nO ma a1
whose support ask, 10 say tnnu ,,os Cd 70 thc
WAYS have been uualteraOly opio o''G am not
Trcakinr of the BAYLOR Survey anu uiu ii ~,
u.o" ,,',,eed 70 make the above statement ny
,, NATIVE of attempting to slip in sala once
80 am / driven to the above pOslIloh ny 'no
cry of an outraged puDllc' ,,..,., .ho nara
inoSm,,ch as / intend to discuss lhc Phi"
,,nunt issues of the campaign. AT as iin"S
n"iuts in The county as | can reach ocioIo
nIrction | hereby extend 20 my OpPohcnu or a.,
mutation 10 meet me i'll JOINT uisV uas.o,i ., g,
any or all of said points. lcNPciEt " ~ nv nm
md nuhlish next week schedule Oh ny ~
noinfmcnts and il my opponent VIII con-
minicote with mel will be pleased 10 arIaiise
tbo ,,iores and time to suit ms convenience
John Il. Rev.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25
Notice.

This is to give notice that the firm
of Miles 81 Evans, wholesale grocers
and feed dealers, at Onley, Va, have
dissolved partnership by mutual con
sent, Mr.. r. G. Evans withdrawing
from firm. E. Z. Miles will continue
the business, pay and collect all bills
of the firm of Miles g. Evans.
Z. E. Miles.
r. G. Evans.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25

List of letters remaining unclaimed
in the post Office at Accomac, Va,
July 10th, 1908.
Miss Pearliner GUSTS, Miss Jessie
Johnson, Miss Lizzie Martin, Mrs
Cora Scott, Mr.. Burtin Burch, James
Conquest; R. n. Dedham, Capt
Davis, Mr.. William Fitchett, Mr..
johnson, Mr.. R. ]. Lilliston, Mr.
Babe Landlord.
Henry G. White P. M.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25

NOTICE All persons are hereby
forewarned from trespassing in any
way on shoals and deep water used
by us for planting oysters IN Kego.
tank bay and creek adjacent to Glib
bons farm and marshes of same, I'M
der penalty of a prosecution to the
full extent of law.
VIM. p. Bundick & Son.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25
To the Voters of Accomac:

10 INC OJtIS OF ACCOIHdU' = = y, =
am again before you for the Office of Sher-
iff in the coming Primary. and will leave IL
with you to say, whether shall be your can
didate. trusting | will receive the nOmina-
ton instead of beinga close second, as before.
If elected, promise to honor the trust con
ferred upon Ine. Thanking YOU all for your
past solicitations in my behalf, l again ask
your aid in the coming contest.
Yours earnestly,
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25
VIM. P. Bundick & Son.

$500 MATCH RACE-Between the
two best three year Odds on the
Eastern Shore, "Dimple" owned by
Geo. G. Walker, of Belle Haven, and
Mamie g." owned by Waters Corbin
and driven by Capt. Il. P. James.
Race to be held on Tasley fair
grounds August 1st, at one o'clock p.
m This will be a race to win and
both colts will positively be driven
with this intention. Money is now
held by John Doughty, of Belle
Haven, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25
To the voters of Accomack County.

hereby announce myself Il candidate Tor
the office of commissioner of the revenue LOT
the upper parish of the said county, subject
to the Democratic Primary. Being truly
thankful to my fellow citizens for their sup
port i'm the past. l shall indeed be thankful for
your help and support in the coming election
and if elected pledge myself to discharge the
duties of the office to the best of my ability.
Yours truly
T. w hutchinson.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25

For RRNT-For year 1908, my farm
near Jenkins Bridge, at present oc-
cupied by Frank Justice. Buildings
new and ample, resources abundant
and convenient.
j. H. Fletcher, Jr.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25

NoTIoE-The 18th annual fair OF
the Onawa Social Union will com =
mence Tuesday, August Goth, 1908,
and continue days.
Alexander Booker,
Secretary.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25

10 the democratic Voters of Accomack'
u .IG aa,,in determined to become can
didato rs for reelection TO the House OF Dee
gates desire to return my slmG' nno on" me-
for the honors you have conlcrrSeu n mpI" and
10y SVt ~ my, bumble services rs your repre-
trusl tna' III iui ybn General Assembly of Nir
sna have merted Your further conhdeT nee
and support should be 16e Pc66S y primary
DeVSe%y,f p' TO again honor me with the
0r TInTi" ~ shall endcavor to serve them to
tb Ua eXIen I of my ability and with renewed
sense of my obligation 10 them ana their III
'0'0'''' Very respectfully,
\ wilkins Matthews.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25

CRAB MEAT-Can furnish crab
meat on short notice to private fami-
lies, hotels, fairs, sc. Prices on ap
plication. ,c
Sparrows Point Packing Co:
Belinda, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25
BUSINESS NOTICES.

For SALE An Alderney COW fresh
to pail, with or without calf. Have
also several other cows from which
purchaser can make a selection if he
likes either of them better than one
Jos. G. Boggs,
Nandua, Va
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25

From 80 to 40 horses are in training
at the Tasley Fair grounds and one
who enjoys this sport can have
daily feast without cost.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25
MappsviEe, July ~, 1903.

To my Follow Citizens of Accomac County;
I bSSreb T5' announce myself candidate Tor
tho n oficc Of G1'ommonwealths Attorney for
the next term subject to whatever pan t the
Democratic party may adopt IN in ,Hhiic Of
ac non SaTe no bubble record TO vouch for the
cam only say that if am hopored by being eng
entrusted with the Responsiveness o. 70 az dis
position, ! shall endeaVor l l'aiiiitv' ~
Charge them TO the best OF my aoll'y'
Very respectfully, 49,
q. walter Mapp.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25
Hotel Jones.

On the west side of Main street,
Chincoteague Island, is now open for
the accommodation of the public.
Rooms recently furnished and neat
and attractive iu appearance.
Board by day, week or month on
reasonable terms and can furnish
meals on European plan at all hours.
We can serve the public in first
class style, and thanking our many
friends for past patronage solicit its
continuance in the future.
Yours very respectfully,
MAJOR JONES & SON.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25

To the voters of Pungoteague District:
/ take this method of informing them that
am n candidate for constable in Pungoteaiiue
District, subject to any plan the Democratic
!" nGIminated and elected pledge myself to
discharge the duties of the office to the best
OF my ability. c u-ouo,,
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25

Pope Leo XIII. is dead. The last
flicker of life expired at four minutes
past o'clock Monday afternoon, and
the pontiff now lies at rest.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25
=. lTkIIIN NIU0VIIV'"'
Assawaman, Va, July I'D, leO5
No W. rnlIo,v citizens,

To My Fellow Citizens: .... mol, known
Certain facts and circumstances wen wen Nt torcs
to most of you, and from the lrutn "n rossihle
relief. impel me to again come before, you you
a sh earnestly your eGn s6I 6e
ton and support tor the nomination foI the
U inner parish nj the primary, or whatever
otHber method the democratic party may aH1 tbc
for the selection of its candidates lor t ,n
election in November next. 1t Is useless ,d mr.
' me No say and viii only say that if chosen by
Won viii discharge the duties OF the one cg
CONSIDERABLY, faithfully and to the oes' u
my ability. c,,
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25

For SALE-My house and lot at
louisville. Dwelling of 6 rooms and
outbuildings all in good repair. Will
sell at reasonable price.
Geo. W. Burton,
louisville.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25

For SALE OR RENT-My house and
lot at Accomac G. H., comfortable
house of eight rooms, all necessary
outbuildings and some fruit. For
further information address me at
366 Highland Ave-, Roanoke, Va,
after September LIST, Accomac, Va.
Terms reasonable.
Mrs. Mary 8. Corbin.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25
Will Be Married.

And you will need a Wedding Pres
ent for the occasion. To get it you
must come to me. If you want the
best, for the least money. Ny stock
of Sterling Silverware. and other
articles suitable for wedding presents
is unusually large and complete, as
also my stock of Watches, Jewelry,
Silver Novelties and everything be-
longing to a Jewelry Store OF the
first-class (now in my new brick store
between Postoflice and Hotel.)
The reason that my prices are 50 low, is that
keep down expenses-buy close for cash ANA
am satisfied with much smaller prolts than
YOU pay elsewhere. YOu save more than /
make on each article you buy from me. MY
long experience teaches me that TINS method
Is best Tor me as well as my customers am
n graduate optician and refractlonlst ana III
you properly with glasscs-making no charge
for examining your eyes.
jN0. VI. DUNCAN,
-Jeweler and Optician,-
New Brick Block, OnancOck Va
Main st.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25

Perdue g. Gunby's buggies give
general satisfaction, all say who have
bought them.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25

Fresh ruta baga turnip seed from
David Landreth & Sons, for sale by
VIM. 2. Bell & Co.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1903-07-25
Colored.
Unclaimed 1ail.

Onancock, Va, June 30, 1908.
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1903-09-15
Strike Out Boston.

The News and Observer saws "tba
war for American independence
would not have been successfully in
augurated if the people of WiIminp-
ton and Boston had not thrown tea
overheard" etc. We are SURPRISED
at a North Carolina newspaper paral-
telling the occurrence at these two
places. The Wilmington patriots
did not in the night time and wear
ing DISCUSSES board a vessel and de-
stroy private property, but in broad
daylight, without any attempt at
concealment they marched the British
stamp agent to the market and there
made him swear never again to sell
a revenue stamp in the colony, after
having destroyed all the stamps he
had. The two cases are not at all
alike and cannot be referred to as
similar instances of patriotic resist
ance to British oppression.-Wil-
mington Messenger.
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1903-09-15
Good Manners.

Once upon a time DR.. Edward
Bedloe, of Philadelphia, diplomatist,
writer, raconteur, and several other
attractions, was at a railroad res
taurant table, across which sat a
very elaborate gentleman who showed
plainly that he was not pleased with
the democracy of his surroundings.
But v e his kind are compelled to
eat sometimes, and it was up to him
to eat in that common place or go
hollow for six hours at least. DR..
BedIoe was doing much better, and
was almost enjoying the viands, not
withstanding he had fed or Clover
Club spreads and had intimate rela-
tions with a Boldt b~ill-of-fare.
During the feast, the Doctor want
ed one of the condiments which had
wandered over to the other side of
the table, and he asked the elaborate
party to hand it to him.
ct am not a waiter, SIR" replied the
E. P. with freezing hauteur.
ooh, I know that" responded Bed
loe breezily, reaching for what he had
asked for. "a waiter has to have
much better manners than you have"
Selected.