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Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1904-03-29

New York City Natives.
In the city Of New York there are
only 137,477 white persons born Of
native parer.e
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1904-03-29

It is difncult to conver a man uu.
less lou practice what vou preach.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1904-03-29

It Is better to swallow lie than to
inter It.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22
PANTON.

Miss Helen Fisher of Vergennes was
recent visitor in town.
This vicinity was visited by a severe
electric storm Sunday night
Miss Harriet Norton is attending the
Teachers Summer School at Rutland.
Miss Grace Allen of Ferrisburg is a
guest of Mr.. and Mrs. Andrew Ruscoe.
Miss Mary Guild has entered the
employ of Mrs, Wilson at Basin Har-
Dor
Edward De Coursey fell from a
wagon and broke one arm on Saturday
last.
Miss Aleda Burlow of Elizabethtown,
n. Y, is visiting Miss Ella Rivers.
Mrs. Wright Hoyt, who has been seri-
ously i'll with rheumatism, is now able
to ride out.
Miss Mabel Palmer of Addison is a
guest at the home of Mr.. and Mrs. Wes-
ley Varney.
Mrs. Dell Goodspeed spent Friday and
Saturday of the past week with relatives
in Westport, n. Y.
Miss Beryl Stinson, who has been Wis
iting relatives in town, has returned to
her home in Burlington.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22
COUNTY NEWS.
BRANDON.

G. r. Fish of Boston, Mass, was in
town during the week.
Harold Converse has position in the
Proctor railway station.
Miss Vida Grimes of Ticonderega, n.
Y, is spending few days here with
relatives.
Mrs. w. r. Marsh has returned from a
months stay with her parents in Spring
field, Mass.
Carl Eckley has gone to New York,
where he will remain for a month with
his brother.
T. w. Ray has sold the Dimmock stock
of gents furnishings to Alpert & Rosen-
berg of Burlington.
Mrs. Jerome Kiburn and family have
moved to the rooms over A. j. Ives
store in the Hill block.
Mr.. and Mrs. G.. w. Goudey of Rox-
bury, Mass, were guests of Mr.. and Mrs.
ID. f. Goodrich recently.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ward Smart of Newton,
Mass, are visiting Mrs. Smart's parents,
DR.. and Mrs. w. 5. Smart.
DIR. and Mrs Francis Murray of New
York are spending few days at the
Bliss residence on Park street.
Charles Tennien was before the police
court Saturday and fined $15 and costs
amounting to $50, for intoxicatiOn.
The young ladies of st. Thomas
church are planning for a sale of fancy
articles to be held the first of August.
The Rev. and Mrs. B. Bosworth and
Mrs. Clarence Marsh of New York are
the guests of Mr.. and Mrs. l. c.. Marsh.
Mrs. Fannie B. Snyder, who has been
the guest of Mrs. F. NJ. Pierce, has gone
to New York for a short stay before going
to her home in Leavenworth, Kans.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22
VERGENNE S.

DIR. f. w. Shipman of Richmond Hill,
~ Y, is visiting friends in town.
Dr. w. c. Stone, who is visiting his
suffering from an attack of the rheuma-
tism.
The Vergennes Improvement society
will run an excursion ON special steamer
to j. d. Whiteside's camp on the lake
Wednesday, July 81.
A church sociable will be held Wednes-
day evening, July 81, at the residence of
Joseph Carter for the purpose of raising
funds to purchase books for the library
of the Methodist Sunday school.
Solomon Ruscoe, who lives near the
putty bed depot, a short distance from
this city, has recently shown by his
actions that he was suffering from what
seemed to be mild form of insanity, but
as he has been afflicted in the same way
before and has soon recovered nothing
has been done about it. Sunday evening,
however, he drove into town and raced
his horse up and down Main street, utter
ing wild cries and Mayor Phelps called
out City Sheriff Dillon and Constable
Wyatt to arrest him, but he drove down
Green street and escaped. Monday morn
| luS tOtltClllldll l)ul htlb VI III
which town Ruscoe lives. was notified
and it wac thought best that he be appre-
hended. Accordingly Sheriff Dillon,
Officer Wyatt and Officer Delano of Fer
risburg accompanied by Mr.. Burkett
went in search of him. Ruscoe was
found near the old steam saw mill neal
the residence of Henry Come. When he
saw the officers approaching he ran
toward the brook, which is ten feet wide,
and plunged into it, but before he could
regain his feet two of the officers sprang
upon him and with the help of the other
officer and some farmers who live nearby
he was secured. Ruscoe is a strong mar
and did not surrender without a hare
struggle, and much credit is due the
officers and others helping in his ares
that the poor fellow was not injured by
them while being placed under arrest.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22
HINES BURGH,

Mrs. Guy Tobey was in Charlotte last
week visiting her son.
Frank Patrick and family have been
camping at Lake Iroquols.
The Rev. j. NJ. Appleman and family
are in campa Lake lroquois.
Mrs. James Thurber and children of
Burlington are visiting Mrs Norton.
Miss Florence Allen went to Brandon
Monday to visit her sister, Mrs. G. L.
Clifford.
The Rev. C. C. Adams with party of
boys will go into camp at Lake Iroquois
Tuesday.
DR.. C. E. Merriam and family and Mr..
Rice and family of Roxbury are in camp
at Lake 1roquois.
The funeral of Judge John ID, Weed
was held from the home of Miss Sada
Weed Saturday at two o'clock the Rev.
&c. G. Adams officiating. Mr.. and Mrs.
Fletcher of Bridport and w. A. Weed of
Shelburne were here to attend the
funeral.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22
ORWELL.

A fair crop of good hay is being
secured.
Miss Mabel Burt is in Saratoga for a
few weeks.
Miss Christine Mellen is the guest of
Miss Ruth Wilcox.
Mr.. and Mrs. E. F. Ochampaugh are
rejoicing over the birth of a daughter.
Miss Laura E. Branch has returned
home after three weeks spent in Paw
let.
Miss Jessie Griswold is having the
house on the Curkey farm repaired and
painted.
Theron Wright of Brandon spent some
days last week with Mrs. Amanda
Warren.
Mr.. and Mrs. Arthur Hill of Burling-
ton are with her parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
p. S. Phelps.
Miss Anna Wilson of Brookline, N. Y,
is spending few weeks with Mr.. and
Mrs. g. H. Phelps.
Miss Mary Baker of Bellows Falls has
been spending week with DIR. and
Mrs. G. G. Murray.
A lawn party for the benefit of the
village improvement society was held on
good time generally.
Olive Turrill sold her place to the
town last Wednesday for $50. and she
and Billie have left town, later ID. w.
Raymond purchased the land after the
house had been burned clean to the
ground.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22
MONKTON RIDGE.

There was a good attendance at the
service and much interest was
manifested in listening to the unfolding
of scripture by Lizzie II. Miles. The
subject was the true prosperity of the
Christian and the promised crown to the
faithful. There were eleven little girls
present and another interesting feature
of the occasion was their singing to-
gether Grown the Saviour Lord of All"
the congregation joining in the chorus.
Nearly all remained to the Bible school,,
and after passing over the lesson proper
concerning the life of King Asa, chalk
talk was given, enforcing the subject of
the morning and by further considera-
ton of the life of the King of Judah.
The evening service was led by Lizzie
Shepard, and S. Miles is to have the next
public morning service, subject "The
Open Door" All are cordially in
vited,
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22
500 REWARD 500

The readers of this paper will be pleased
to learn that there is at least one dreaded
disease that science has been able to cure in
all its stages and that is catarrh. Hairs
Catarrh Cure is the only positive cure now
known to the medical fraternity. Catarrh
being a constitutional disease, requires n
constitutional treatment. Hall Catarrh Cure
is taken internally acting directly upon the
blood and mucous surfaces of the system,
thereby destroying the foundation of the
disease, and giving the patient strength by
building up the constitution and assisting
nature in doing its work. The proprietols
have so much faith in It's curative powers,
that they offer one Hundred Dollars for any
case that ii fails to cure. Send for list of
testimonials.
Address, F.J. CHENEY " CO., Toledo, o.
Sold by druggists, 75c.
Hairs Family Pills are the best.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22
WEST BRIDPORT.

The first band of gypsies passed
through town the past week.
Charles w. Merritt of Port Henry
visited in town the latter part of the
past week.
Alfred Wemmett had the misfortune
Friday to have a promising young colt
injured on wire fence or something of
the sort.
Erick Huestis, while raking hay with
one of his fathers team horses Saturday
had thrilling experience. Something
frightened the horse and it ran around
the meadows, and finally headed for the
barn. On reaching the gate it attempted
to jump it but failed and fell on the
gate crushing it, and throwing young
Huestis off. He landed on his feet and
seized the horse by the bit and held ii
until help came. The rake was badly
smashed.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22
BRUTALlY TORTURE.

A case to light that for persistent and
unmerciful torture has perhaps never
been equaled. Joe Golobick of Colusa,
Cal. writes. "For 10 years | endured
insufferable pain from Reumatism and
nothing relieved me though | tried
everything known. came across Electric
Bitters and it's the greatest medicine on
earth for that trouble. a few bottles Of
it completely relieved and cured me. -
Just as good for Liver and Kidney troubles
and general debility Only SOC. Satisfact-
ton guaranteed by w. II. Sheldon
Druggiet.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22
MILFORD r. BURT

asks the readers of this paper who are
suffering with indigestion or dyspepsia
to call on him at once and get bottle of
Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. If you knew the
value of this remedy as we know it, you
would not suffer another day. Kodol
Dyspepsia Cure is thorough digestant
and tissue-building tonic as well. 1t is
endorsed personally by hundreds of
people whom it has cured of Indigestion
dyspepsia, palpitation of the heart and
stomach troubles generally. Kodol
Dyspepsia Cure digests what you eat
1t is pleasant, palatable and strengthen.
ing
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22
NORTH FERRISBURG.

Mrs. Frank Palmer is home from the
hospital.
Charles Miller took in the ball game at
Rutland.
Mrs. Frank Stearns of Middlebury is a
guest of j. p. Kenyo.
The w. c. T. U. met at the church
parlors Sunday evening.
Mrs. William Newton and children are
at NJ. F. Aliens for few weeks
Caleb Harrington is taking an outing
at Lake Dunmore with his brother
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22
NIGHT WAS Her TERROR.

81 would cough nearly all night long"
writes Mrs. Chas. Apologize, of Alex
andria, Ind, land could hardly get any
sleep. had consumption so bad that if
walked a block | would cough fright
fully and spit blood, but, when all other
medicines failed, three Sl.00 bottles of
DR.. Kings New Discovery wholly cured
me and gained 50 pounds" It's .abso-
lutely guaranteed to cure Colds, Coughs,
La Grippe, Bronchitis, and all Throat and
Lung Troubles. Price SOC. and $l.00.
Trial bottles free at w, II. Sheldon's drug
store.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22
WEAK HEARTS

are caused by indigestion. If you eat a
little too much, or if you are subject to
attacks of indigestion, the stomach eX-
pands-swells, and puffs up against the
heart. This crowds the heart and short
ems the breath. Rapid heart beats and
heart disease is the final result Kodol
Dyspepsia Cure digests what you eat,
takes the strain off the heart, cures indi-
gestion, dyspepsia, sour stomach, and
contributes nourshment, strength and
health to every organ of the body. Sold
by milford r. Burt.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22
WARREN

Mr.. and Mrs Bert Moody were in
Lincoln Sunday.
E. Hanks has gone to Royalton to
visit his sister and family.
Mrs. Mary Turner and son of Lincoln
visited friends here last week. She
Feturned alone.
Lynn Jones and Miss Mile Campbell
lwere united in marriage by Rev. NIrl
brigham July 8. n
Mrs. William Cardell and sons re-
turned to Bristol Sunday after visiting
her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. j. p. Tucker,
several weeks.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22
PILES Upon Top OF PILES.

Piles upon top of piles Of people have
the piles, and DeWitt's Witch Hazel
Salve cures them. There are many
different kinds of piles, but if you get
the genuine and original Witch Hazel
Salve made by f. c. Dewitt & Co., of
Chicago, cure is certain. II. A. Tisdale,
of Summerton, S. G. says, ~ had piles
20 years and DeWitt's Salve cured me
after everything else failed" Sold by
Milford r. Burt
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22
An Open Letter TO the Public
FROM A WELL-KNOWN DRUGGIST

To Whom 1t May Concern:
OF late there has been a good deal
OF discussion in regard to advertised
medicines and their value. We want
to say to every man, woman and child
in this vicinity that the most valuable
preparation of cod liver oil,- the best
tonic reconstruction, health restorer and
strength-creator we have ever sold in
our store is Vinol.
Vinol is not patent medicine; it
contains no injurious drugs, and it act
ually does contain all of the medicinal
curative elements of cod liver oil, taken
from fresh Gods livers, but without a
drop of oil, and is delicious to the
taste.
Ninol is recognized throughout the
world. as the greatest strength creator
for old people, weak, sickly women,
children, nursing mothers, and after
a severe sickness.
Vinol cures hacking coughs, chronic
colds, bronchitis and all throat and
lung troubles. Unequalled to create
an appetite, and make those who are
too thin, fat, rosy and healthy.
Ninol is sold on a positive guarantee.
Call and get a Vinol booklet.
MulfoFd f. Burt,
DRUGGIST, MlDDLEBURY.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22
NEW HAVEN.

II. l.. johnson of Burlington was a
recent guest at William Fits.
Miss Margaret Churchill of New York
city is spending the summer with Mr..
and Mrs. q. G. Fits.
Misses Frances and Hazel johnson of
Burlington are visiting their grand
father, William Fits.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22

Shoreham, Aug. 10 and 16.
Vergennes, Aug. II and IS.
Bristol, Aug 10 and 20.
Middlebury, Aug. % and 90.
Hancock, Aug. 90 and 20.
Candidates personally unknown to the
examiner will be required to furnish
certificates of good moral character.
Entrance examinations to the Normal
Schools will be held in connection with
the teachers examinations.
30t3c THOS. Z. BOYCE, Examiner.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22
TSFIELO.

William Palmer is very ill.
Frank Eaton is able to be out again.
James Newcomb and Mrs. Belle NJ
Howe were united in marriage July by
Rev. f. M. Barnes.
Mr.. Bennett died at the home of his
Fon Tuesday, July 10. Mr.. Bennett was
bver ninety years of age.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22
A SPECIALITY.

Here is your chance. | can improve your horses gait
by shoeng and him from interfering overreachng,
stumbling, corns, quartercracks and ninetenths of all
the lameness and trouble caused by poor shoeing. My
shoes will stay on longer and better than others.
Your money back if l fall Can anything be fairer?
My prices after this date will be as low any
or out and my work the best Remember the place,
the Old Red Shop.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22

Women love a clear, healthy COM
plexion. Pure blood makes it. Burdock
Blood Bitters makes pure blood.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22
THE SMART SET
A Magazine of Cleverness

should wel-defned purpose
The Set, the Most Successful of Magazines.
number) brilliant
of both hemispheres
is
lis Y
wticismS, sketches. admittedly mirh
provoking. Delightful Reading
pages illustrations editorial
essay idle discussions
interest, charm and refresh
O.
registered Ave-.
B-Sample Copies Application.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22

Real enjoyment is had when reading
that clever magazine, The Smart Set?
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22
Exa min ationsl
Shoreham, Aug. 10 and 16.

Teachers examinations will be held at
follows:
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1904-07-22

A3d Semi-nnnual State emit
At the Close of Business June 80, 1904.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1904-02-09

nv baby had Eczema So bad that
its head was solid mass of scabS, and
Its hair all came out. I tried many
remedies but none seemed to do any
permanent good until. used De Wits
Witch Hazel SaIve. The Eczema is
cured, the Scabs are gone and the
little ones scalp Is perfectly clean and
healthy, and its hair Is growing beau-
tifuily again. / cannot give too much
praise to DeWitt's Witch Hazel
Salve Frank Farmer, Bluff City,
Ky. In buying Witch Hazel Salve
look out for counterfelts. DeWitt,S
Is the original and the only one con-
tanning pure Witch Hazel. The name
y. x Dewitt & Co is on every box.
Sold by Wood Go. Drug Co. and John
son s. Hill Co.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1904-02-09
Grand Rapids Markets.
FEBRUARY 9, 1904

FEBRUARY 9, 1904.
The following are the market price
of produce in the city of Grand Rap.
ids corrected on the day Of publication;
Potatoes
Rye-48c.
OatS-45c.
Corn-shelled. 100 lbs, 90c.
Hay-narsh, Sc 90; timothy, S9.50
EggS-27c.
Butter-18c to 20c.
Beans-s1 Is tn 500.
Peas-75c. to S1.0O.
OniOns-65c t075c.
Beehive. 100 lbS., $3.50 to $500
dressed, $3.50 to $3.50.
Pork-live, "a % dressed IS. so to %. OC
Veal-live, &c: dressed SIC to &c.
Chicken-live, &c to SC; dressed, 10c
to l2c.
Turkey-live, 1Oc to l2c; dressed l4e
to I5c.
Flour-bbl., $3.50 to $3.50.
Feed-ton. S22.
Middlings-tOn, 318.
Bran-tOn, S18.
Bolted Corr Meal-bbl., $3.50.
Lard-l1c.
Ham-whole, 12c.
Mess Pork-bbl., s14.50.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1904-02-09
REDUCTION MADE
IN PASS PRIVILEGES

The Northwestern road has mater
tally reduced the pass privileges Of its
employees.
Those who live along the line are
now given monthly tickets which
entitle them to two rides daily.
Formerly they had one hundred mile
tickets. and the members of their
families enjoyed equal privileges.
The company now takes care of the
employees wives but does not include
the rest of the family or relatives.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1904-02-09

Our four days shoe sale, the 10th.
1th, 18th and 18th, does not mean
sale of odds and ends, old styles. etc.
1t includes all our regular lines of
new and up-to-date goods. in fact
several lots OF new spring goods. We
need some money ard have got to
have it and are willing to give the
people our regular profit during these
four days. The Muir Shoe Co.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1904-02-09
4 Carl.

We, the undersigned, do hereby
agree to refund the money on q SO
cent bottle OF Greene's Warranted
Syrup OF Tar ii 1t fails to cure your
cough or cold. We also guarantee a
Is cent bottle to prove satisfactory or
money refunded.
JOHN E DAILY.
JOHNSON s. HILL Co.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1904-02-09

A strong, healthy, active constitu-
ton depends largely on the condition
OF the liver. The famous little pills
known as DeWitt's Little Early
RiSers not only cleanse the system
but they strengthen the action OF the
liver and rebuild the tissues support
ing that organ. Little Early Risers
are easy to act, they never gripe and
yet they are absolutely certain to
produce results that are satisfactory
in all cases. Sold by Wood Co. Druy
Co. and johnson & Hill Co.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1904-02-09

Good residence lots. with good
water, dry cellars, level, on top of
sand Hill, near foot of High street. at
Bis to $50. Payable on or before
i've years at per cent. Inquire OF
Geo. n. Wood at the Dixon Hotel. If
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-21
HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Hears Report of Flower Show ant
 Listens to Paper.

Hears Report of Flower Show and
 Listens to Paper.
 A meeting of this society was held last night with a large turnout of members. The report of the flower show was read and was satisfactorily received, the report showing that the show was a financial success. Sugges- tions were offered by different members to introduce new features in the next show.
 A very interesting and instructive pa- per was read by Charles Kern, assistant superintendent of city parks, which was well received. His subject was Hardy Perennial Plants stating the different varieties which flower at the different seasons of the year, and also the best time for planting to obtain the best re- suits.
 The methods of growing in various soils and the fetilizing that was neces- sary to insure good plants was also spoken of. He recommended various perennials that would grow satisfaetori- fly in New Haven soil.
 MT. Kern was given a, most hearty vote of thanks for his able paper.
 The next meeting of the society will be held on the first Tuesday of January, when the election of officers will take place and a paper will be read by Mrs, l Ps Keane.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-21
CHRISTMAS PRESENTS.

Things of Permanent Value. Now in
 Favor-Christmas in Business.
 The character of Christmas gifts is fast changing from the fiimsy things that once filled the shops to things of permanent value. Even toy-maker now says, " My horses must be as near ly as possible, sure-enough horses
 with real horse hair, etc. Twenty years ago there were four kinds of dolls on the market, now there are 400 kinds. Substantial or practical presents have in great measure taken the place of fragile gimcracks, even in toys Child ren's velocipedes are now built as sub stantially as regular bicycles. This years form runs to limitations of auto mobiles, propelled by footpower on pedals, but in appearance like a gaso- line car. Books, furs, furniture, and similar articles of good quality which give a permanent satisfaction are re- placing fiashy bric-a-brac and mere ly ornamental trash. Articles to wear such as gloves, dress patterns, waist patterns, and simple jewelry, are more and more coming into use as Christmas presents. Chafing- dishes lamps, hand- bags, pocket-books, subscription to of similar articles, replace the kaleido- scopic array of the time, not long past when a gift was anything not useful;
The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-12-21

(worth s25 wholesaleJ;' three Turkish rugs, two hand bags four pocket books, a black waist, a large quantity of handkerchiefs, ties, stockings, etc, a big piece of black silk and a lot of toilet and fancy articles.
 Dody Is thirty-seven years old and has a wife and a sott and a daughter, all of whom reside with him on Grove street. He says that his home before he came here was at 449 or 442 Ninth avenue. Long Island City, Astoria, N. r. He is held under a bond of $50 on each count.
 The police say that Dody had a good chance to take whaeyer he wanted, be- cause he could order any thing for his window dressing he wished. He hung his hat and coat near a window which he was dressing and then when no one was looking he would slip whatever he intended to steal under his coat. He was receiving a salary of s25 a week at the store and up to the time of his arrest was highly respected. The store people and Captain Cowles was very much pleased by Detective Donnellys work in the matter.