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Evening journal., 1907-11-05
SLAIN IN A
FIERCE FIGHT
WITH ROBBER
= THE JOURNALS Special wire

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CHICAGO. Nov 5-James Wilmer
Away. of Los Angeles, was slain by a
burglar early to-day in the home Of his
brother Edward Away. Before the
burglar killed his victim, Away had
given a desperate struggle. The Cali
fornia has been visiting his brother.
About 4 a. m Edward Away was
awakened By a shot in his brothers
room. As he rushed into the room
he saw his brother reel and fall, blood
spurting from his side. The bullet
had passed through the left arm and
penetrated the heart. All through the
room there were evidences Of a strug-
gle. It was supposed that Away was
awakened by the burglar and then
tried to capture him. After firing the
shot the fellow escaped through the
window Seven other houses in Oak
Park were ransaclSed during the night,
presumably by the murderer.
Evening journal., 1907-11-05

Special to THE EVENING JOURNAL.
DOVER Del, Nov. 5.-A report was
spread last night that because the liquor
men had thrown out New York dis
tr.of a few years ago where coffee was
served at an election on the ground that
,otcrs were Influenced by the considera-
ton Of a cup or fine coffee. the returns Of
D,aware would be in jeopardy OF being
attacked IN the event OF q local option
victory af tho women were permitted TO
give coffee and advice to the voters.
Alexander NJ. DAILY and James nj. Sat
terrified wero called into consultation
about the matter at the Dover Local op-
uon Club. so great was the anxiety lest
some mistake might - made under the
Evening journal., 1907-11-05
REFUSED PERMIT
TO ERECT POLES

Acting in line with the effort OF the
Water Department 20 reduce the num-
Der of telegraph and electric light poles
in the city, the Street and Sewer di-
rectors this morning refused permis-
sion to the Wilmington Electric Light
and Telephone Company to erect a
pole on Tanall street between Elev-
enth and Twelfth streets.
Director Sparks called attention to
the fact that the city was already
forest of poles and declared that
there were 2g poles on Walnut street
between Market and Sixteenth streets
alone. II was suggested taht the tole-
phone companies should use combin-
alton poles
The request was referred to the street
commissioner to see If the pole on
Tatnall street could not be dispensed
with
Evening journal., 1907-11-05
AGE ISSUE IN AN
ABDUCTION CASE
BY THE JOURNALS Special wire

NEW YORK. Nov. 5.-Giuseppe FL
oramante and Marie, the 16 or 1S-yeac-
old daughter OF a rich Beaver Falls, Pa,
ffuit dealer named D'Aquilla, are try
Ing to prove to the authorities here
to-day that the girl was old enough 10
disregard her fathers wishes when she
married Fioramante. and that there is
consequently no ground for holding him
on a charge OF abduction.
The couple was arrested yesterday
NJ the request of Police Chief Magee,
Il Beaver Falls who puts The girls age
1t 16 Marie. says she Is rs and Flora
mantle showed a marriage license dated
october 81 and signed by Notary Al
red caccl. Of Kings county
The whole case depends on the girl S
&C. Fioramante had a revolver IN his
oeKet when arr sted, however, which
makes an additional complaint against
him.
Evening journal., 1907-11-05
CLOSE In SECOND
DISTRICT OF DOVER

speclal TO THE EVENING JOURNAL.
DOVER, Nov .5.-Tw0 free jug tav-
rms were discovered IN operation IN
Dover and were closed by Rev Joseph
Brown Turner Presbyterian minister.
Dover's wet district. the stable Pre-
cinct." was spotted by the salvation
Army. and Captain Louis Boss and lds
cvorps Of Salvationists camped right
outside the ropes. Their women knelt
and prayer IN the mud.
This district. the Second Of the Fiftl.
showed IS 70 Sc At noon
Evening journal., 1907-11-05
CHILD HURT BY
RUNAWAY HORSE

William Whiteside. aged three years.
Of whose parents live at No. so2 Walnut
street. was knocked down yesterday af-
ternoon by a horse belonging 20 William
Paradee, which became unmanagable at
Fourth and Walnut streets. running up
on the sidewalk and upsetting the wagon
on the child.
The little fellow sustained two fractured
ribs and was otherwise injured. He was
taken to his home and Dr. II. G. Buck
master summoned.
Evening journal., 1907-11-05
PAYING EMPLOYEES IN
CLEARING HOUSE CHECKS
BY THE JOURNALS Special Wire.

lH1W YORK, Nov. 5.-Large num-
bers OF the petty checks endorsed by
the Pittsburg clearing have been is
sued to employees by the large manu-
featuring and business houses and are
now in circulation. The checks are de-
nominations of IS. SO and $50 and are
marked on the face, payable through
the Pittsburg clearing house on the
back in four different languages, is the
printed states: This check may be
deposited, but will not be paid in cash
by the bank"
Evening journal., 1907-11-05
ENGLAND AFTER A
LOAN FROM FRANCE

BY TIE IVIIINltI y NUTN7UI WIZ
LONDON, Nov. 5.-The bank of
England has asked the bank of France
to advance the former S15s90O,000 ac-
cording 70 a Central News despatch
from Paris. where Il Is said the news
was obtained on good authority The
correspondent adds that the bank of
France directors win meet today to
condire the request which will be prob
ably granted.
Evening journal., 1907-11-05
colored Man Hit by shifter

A colored man. whose name could
not be learned. believed to. be from
Edge Moor, was struck by "a shifting
engine on the Pennsylvania railroad
yesterday afternoon on the Brandywine
branch. He was hurled over an en-
banzment and was apparently severely
hurt The annex" train brought him
TO this city where his injuries were
dressed and he was sent home.
Evening journal., 1907-11-05
GATES CHEERFUL, SAY
lie WAS APPALLED,
BY THE JOURNALS Special wire

NEW YORK. Nov. 5-'Tm appalled,
that's all" said John W. Gates.
cheerfully, when an Interviewer told
him Of the details Of the recent fnan-
cial crisis. on his arrival from Europe
on the KronDrinzessin Cecille to-day.
The grin with which he said it did not
indicate that Mr.. Gates was quite as
much appalled, as he pretended. He
was in the BARRIERS chair when the
interviewer greeted him. explained
candidly that he was afraid under the
circumstances to do much talking. ad-
mitted that he had heard something Of
the financial storm on the New York
market and summed up his opinion
with the remark: Il have been away
several months resting myself"
Concerning the transfer of control I'm
the Tennessee Coal and Iron Company
he did not say anything.
Evening journal., 1907-11-05
Marriaae hnnounoed

Mrs. Rachael A. Bates, Of this city.
announces the marriage Of her daugh-
ter. Lola Thomas. to Charles Geoffrey
Williams, on Saturday. November 20.
in Philadelphia. Mr.. and Mrs. Will
liams viii be at home Saturdays I'm
December, at ZIG North Franklin
street, Philadelphia.
Evening journal., 1907-11-05
WEATHER.

WASHINGTON, Nov. 5.-There has
been a decided fall of pressure east Of
the Mississippi river except in New
England, and the weather is generally
cloudy. although without precipitation
Of consequences.
In the west pressure is high with
clear weather.
Forecast till p. nn., Wednesday;
For Delaware-Partlys CLOUDY, tonight
"Wednesday raini light to fresh south.
to southwest winds.
Evening journal., 1907-11-05
Prayed For CAMPAIGN Success.

The w. O. r. u. at the headquarters
OF the wilmington Union held an an
day prayer meeting for the. success of
the prohibition movement yesterday
beginning az 3 o'clock in the morning
and ending at O'Clock I'm the after
noon. Mrs. Law. Emerson was in
charge. Luncheon was served. Miss
Grace Quigg played the piano and
led the singing.
Evening journal., 1907-11-05
Ransre sof E. 4. srand.

hdNhId ~ bra9d. formerly or this
city, died Of heayt disease in Wash
ington on Wednesday. Requiem mass
was said over his remains in the
Cathedral this morning. "
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1907-12-16
USEFUL GIFTS
And Beautiful WIN Be Found At
Benefit Bazaar BY Christ
mas shoppers.

Christmas shoppers Will find
many useful gifts for their friends
at the Benefit Bazaar TO be given
in the building formerly occupied
by the Watts-Lamberd Company on
Main street. Thursday, Friday and
Saturday, December -. 20 and 81.
II you are tired and worn out
from shopping call and get hot
chocolate and tea prepared espec-
tally for you. If you feel the
strain Of cooking three times day
while preparing for Christmas. send
your family to the Benefit Bazaar
supper, which viii cost you only %
cents.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1907-12-16
SOME GO TO CONVENTION
OTHERS REMAIN AT HOME

Owing to an injured hand Col.
Thomas B. Seely is deprived of the
pleasure OF attending the Hotel
Keepers convention at Charleston
this week. Guy R. sinsel has an at
tack of tonsilitis and can not attend
on that account. Mr.. and Mrs. R.
,. Galley left last night on No. So
in a special party from Grafton.
Fairmont, Morgantown, Weston,
Buckhannon, Redwood and other
places for the convention.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1907-12-16
sTOCKHoLDERs, NIEETINC;.

The annual meeting of the share
holders of the Empire National Bank.
of Clarksburg. w. Va, will be held
January II, 1908, at o'clock p. m.
for the election of directors for the
ensuing year andNany other business
that may properly come before them.
L. b. DEISON. Cashier.
ClarksburE. w. Va. Dec. u, 1907. .
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1907-12-16
\ YOUNG sADDLER.

George W. Riley. the Fourth street
saddler. wears a broad smile. as the
result OF the arrival of a new son at
his home on Lee street Sunday night
The youngster promises to know all
about harness ana saddle making early
in life and the proud parents are re-
joicing over him.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1907-12-16
ROYAL NEIGHBoKs TO MEET.

The Royal Neighbors will hold their
regular meeting in the knights of
Pythias hail in Glen Elk tomorrow af-
ternoon at 2:&O o'clock.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1907-12-16

Wilson, the photographer, of Park
ersburg, has returned to his Clarks-
burg studio and will remain here
till after the Holidays. supplying the
public with high grade photographs.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1907-12-16

Don't forget that box of Huyler's
for your sweetheart for Xmas. Sturm
& Wilson.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1907-10-23
Fair Week Shows.

Contracts have been closed for the
street attractions during the State fair.
There will be Is tented shows besides
the merry-go-rounds, Ferris wheel,
etc.
There will also be three sensational
free attractions, Mazini, the wonder
ful spiral steeple-chase bicyclist, who
was seen here four years ago with
Forepaugh & Sells Bros circus, being
scheduled to appear afternoon and
evening. Another free attraction
which is said to be the strongest draw
ing card ever put on by any carnival
company is "The Human Monkey"
This will consist of series of aero
batic s'stunts" unsurpassed by any
other aerial artist in the world, by a
man 80 cleverly made up as one of the
cunning little beasts of the African
Jungle as to be almost indistinguisha-
ble, it is claimed, from the genuine
article except for the difference in
stature.
There will also be two performances
daily by one of the greatest high-wire
bicyclists in the world. This will be
feat in itself worth while coming
many miles to see. The high-air-artist
will ride bicycle from one end of a
100-foot wire to the other and back,
stretched 80 feet from the ground.
These shows are said to be clean yin
every particular and are heralded as
the finest carnival attractions on the
road this season. Mr.. Hood announc-
ed yesterday that there would be no
performances given in the day time,
but the shows will open up promptly
at o'clock p. m. and run until II
o'clock.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1907-10-23
Killed By Indians.

San Antonio, Texas, Oct. 26.-A
special to the Express from Ell iPaso,
Texas, says: .
Four men and three women, one of
the former being a government mail
carrier, were ambushed and killed be-
tween San Jose de Hila and La Col
orado, east of Hermosillo, in the
lower Sonora county by Yaquis. The
killing was discovered short time
afterwards by party of American
mining men who were travelling over
the trail with an escort of Mexican
soldiers.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1907-10-23
Nerro Oldest Person Living.

Columbia, S. C.-Commissioner
Watson has discovered in the person
of Alfred Smith, negro living near
Killian Station, Richland county,
what he believes to be the oldest
living person in the South.
According to Smiths statements he
is about 1872 years old. Heremembers
when Columbia was forest, and re-
calls how it was voted the capital Of
the state, which was 115 years ago.
He says he lived with his third wife,
who died few years ago, 80 years,
and that he has raised seven families.
He has one daughter still living in
this country. He was above road
duty long before the war broke out.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1907-10-23
Hard Times in Kansas.

The old days Of grasshoppers and
drouth are almost forgotten in the pros
porous Kansas of today; although cit
izen of Codell, Earl Shamburg, has not
yet forgotten a hard time he encount-
cred. He says: II was worn out and
discouraged by coughing night and day,
and could find no relief till I tried DR..
Kings New Discovery. It took less
than one bottle to completely cure me. "
The safest and most reliable cough and
cold remedy and lung and throat healer
ever discovered. Guaranteed by Kauf-
mann Drug Co., and Derrick's Drug
Store, SOC. and 81 90. Trial bottle free.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1907-10-23
The Lexington Dispatch.
Wednesday, October 23. 1907.
Swansea Items.

The school here opened this morn
ing with good enrolment. Miss
stacy,of Gaffney, and Miss Duckett, of
Fountain Inn, are the efficient teach
ers in charge. The patrons are quite
sorry that Mr.. w. G.. Martin saw fit
to resign the principalship of our
school just few weeks ago. How
ever, they feel sure that the school is
now in experienced and capable hands.
A third teacher will be added soon.
Mr.. G. M. Warn spent Sunday in
Columbia.
Col. D. J. Knotts, MIR. A. D. Dowl-
ing, Mr.. G. H. Corbitt and Mr.. E. O.
Limmer have returned from Brookland
where they attended the Lexington
association last week.
Miss Minnie Johnson has also come
home after spending few days in
Columbia.
Miss Ollie Smith and Ethel Brooker
spent Sunday at their homes.
Mrs. F. M. Hodge has gone for a
fortnight's stay with relatives in
White Oak, Ga.
Mr.. A. H. Brooker, of Cordele, Ca,
is spending few days with his parents
here.
Miss Sallie Rast went to Columbia
on business today. Tip.
Oct. IA.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1907-10-23
CATARRH
and
Catarrhal Headaches

are quickly relieved by Nosena. It
soothes the congested membranes, alays
infammations and thoroughly heals and
cleanses. 1t keeps moist all the pas
sages whose tendency is to thicken and
become dry. Cures colds, throat trou-
bles, hoarseness, hay fever, "stopped-
up'' nose, breathing through mouth
while sleeping, offensive breath, etc. It
is antiseptic and contains no chemicals
or drugs having a narcotic effect, or
that can cause the "drug habit" Der
ri ks Drug Store and G. E. Corley.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1907-10-23
Editor Harman in the Citv,

Mr.. G. M. Harman, editor and pub
Usher of the Lexington Dispatch, is
spending the day in the city on busi-
ness. Editor Harman enjoys a good
laugh, so he came oyer yesterday in
time to take in the performance at the
Columbia theatre last night. The
Dispatch is one of the brightest of the
weeklies that come to this office, and
every issue contains plenty of live
reading matter, both local and gene
raj interest," Columbia Record, 18th.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1907-10-23

J. s. Sleeth, an aged farmer near
Huntsville, Ala, who lived a hermit
life, died suddenly while ploughing.
His dog stood guard over the remains
for two days before they were discov-
cred, and then did his best to keep
anyone from approaching them.
It is claimed indigestion is the Nation
al disease. That's why the demand for
Rings Dyspepsia Tablets keeps increas-
ing because they do the work. Stomach
trouble, dyspepsia, indigestion, bloat-
ing, ETC., yield quickly. Two days
treatment free. Ask your druggist
about them. Sold by Kaufman Drug
Co.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1907-10-23

We would remind those of our sub
scribers either holding cotton or
placing it on option sale, that it does
not help out their Indebtedness at the
Dispatch Office. If they are able to
hold cotton they should send or bring
us their dues. We need our money aJ
this season of the year, and they
should certainly appreciate our kind
ness carrying them over the dull
season. Let US have it, please.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1907-10-23
A Card.

This is to certify that all druggists
are authorized to refund your money If
Foley's Honey and Tar fails to cure
your cough. heals the lungs and pre-
vents serious results f1om cold. Cures
la grippe cough and prevents pneumonia
and consumption. Contains no oplates.
The genuine is in yellow package.
Refuse substitutes. Derrick's Drug
Store.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1907-10-23
A Criminal Attack

on an inoffensive citizen is frequently
made in that apparently useless little
tube called the "appendix." Its gen.
orally the result Of protracted consti-
patton, following liver torpor. DR..
Kings New Life Pills regulate the liver,
prevent appendicitis, and establish reg
ular habits of the bowels. Csc. at Kauf-
mann Drug Co., and Derrick's Drug
Store.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-08-12
JAPAN MAY BUY PHILIPPINES

Berlin, Aug. ia well founded
rumor reports that NJ. Soejda. presi-
dent of a pool OF eight Japanese
banks recently formed for the pur-
pose OF negotiating government
loans in Europe. has arrived I'm Ber-
lin and will attempt to place an is
sue OF government bonds to the
amount OF $50. 0OO. 900 here. Finan-
.cial men are vanity trying TO learn
for what purpose Japan intends TO
use this money.
Rumors OF war have not ceased
TO circulate in certain circles. one
rumor has 1t that Japan will use
the 500. 100000 as first payment on
account for the purchase of the
Philippine Islands il Congress should
be willing TO sell these possessions
during the coming winter
am told that Japan will find no
trouble in placing a bond issue for
this purpose in Germany. but will
not be able TO obtain loan for war
purposes A conference between NJ.
Soejda and representatives of the
German banks has been arranged for
Monday.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-08-12
ADVERTISING BLACKsBURG.

Blacksburg. Va. Aug. 1O.-Ten
thousand copies OF the Handbook
or Montgomery County" have been
sent to the jamestown Exposition
for distribution. and these will be
replaced with others as occasion may
arise. The folder is being used I'm
connection with the very creditable
exhibit which the county has AZ the
exposition and the latter. by the
way. Is said TO be one OF the hest
'hefeJ THIS book was issued by the
jamestown Exposition committee
who gave their work gratuitouslv
only sufficient money being appro-
priated by the supervisors to pay for
the printing. II is attractively got
ten up. setting forth the mineral and
tim@cr resources OF the county. the
adaptabi,ity OF the soil for all kinds
OF agricultural pursuits and the on
portunities offered for the invest
ment of capital. Mr. Guy f. Elicit
is the chairman Of the committee on
publications. and gave his personal
supervision to the task.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-08-12
BISHOP OF LONDON
VISITS AMERIC A.
10 PRESENT KING EDwARD,s
BIBLE.

London. Aug. 10.-The bishop Of
London. the Rev. DR. A. +. w. In
gram. who VII present Old Bruton
Parish church at WILLIAMSBURG. Va
the second oldest church i'm America
the Bible which King Edward has
given IL in connection with the
jamestown exposition. will leave
england for America at the end
OF August, and will visit the prin-
elpsl Canadian cities and New York
washington. Richmond. Va. and
boston He will be entertained nv
Yale and Harvard. and will attend
me ter-centenary conference OF the
Episcopal church at Richmond
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-08-12
orFrcER SHOT MAN IN RACK.

Weston. W Va. Aug. i0.-A sen
sational shooting occurred lust he.
Gore midnight at Jane Lew this
county which has aroused the pee-
pie OF tha, end of the county 20 n
high pitch ana may result I'm a
death.
Carl Han. a boy OF eighteen
years. of good family ami we'll ,,rca
returned 10 Jane Lev last night
after spending The day in Clarks-
burg. He had been drinking somc
and was somewhat noisy ON his r,.-
turn home. Policeman George w
Hinzman attempted to arrest him
and when be saw what was ma no
cursed the officer and took 10 his
heels. Hin1mau drew his revolver
and fred, shooting Hall i'm the back
and innicting what win probably be
g mortal wound The bali lodged I'm
the abdomen and the physicians to-
Fay have slight hope for the recovery
NJ Hall
warrant FOR The arrest of HIM.
man was sworn ont by Mayor Ward
~ Jane Lew. and ne was brought to
Weston for hearing before Squire
Davis. When ne was brought here
ltinzman sworc out a warrant for
MIN for being an accessory to tho
rhine. Hin2mau declared that
Ward Instructed him TO bring Hall
d. dead or alive
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-08-12
For an Impaired Appetite.

10 improve the appetite an1
strengthen the digestion try few
uoes OF Chamberlain Stomach and
''Ver Tablets. Mr.. ]. II. seitz, of
Detroit. Mich, says: They re-
stored my appetite when Impartial
reviewed me of "a bloatcd feeling and
'""Sed pleasant and satisfactory
movement OF the bowels" Price. IN
cents Samples free at the White
Pharmacy, Cor. Princeton Avenno
and Bland Street.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-08-12

Fairmont, w Va, Aug. lot Is
reported that the Fairmont Coal
company will develop coal mines and
build town TO be known as Mud
lick. erecting miners houses. tipple.
store etc The Baltimore & Ohio
railroad will build branch To the
new town. II is also stated that
the Fairmont Coal company will de-
velop coal mines and build n town
near Satwell
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-08-12
a BEAR SUICIDE.

Mingo, w. Va. Aug. 1O.-Jecoh
W. Hamrick' of Mingo, and num-
ner OF others killed a large hear
'"a' mad been making nightly vIsi-
tations to Hamrick's pig sty Tho
Dear had carried on several eood-
sized porkers. A trap had been 90,
'or nm a number of guns being
rugged mp. and the bear stepped into
1t and was his own executloner
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-08-12

us better than home made. Wbatq
evans Triumph Bread. An grocers
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-08-12
POLICE COURT

John waddell. colored, was ac-
companied by a warrant 20 the City
Hall this morning. charged with dis
tribnting old corn on sundays. John
plead not very guilty. claiming he
sol I IL for another man, but was
lev led on for $50 and 90 DAYS In
ia. An appeal was taken 10y his
co"nsel.
Robt Mcdonald. charged with
lo@iing and tresspassing ON railway
yards. So.
Jim johnson got the same dose
for the same ill.,
Jerry Shea. drunk on streets. paid
some. worked some.
VIII Kirby is doing time FOR being
drunk on streets TO the extent of So.
VIM. Harvey. NO place 90 go after
church. so sat on a shoe shine stand
and went to sleep. He dreamed he
was walking up the streets alone.
but when he awoke found he had n
big blue attached TO him. Paid a
big V
Chas. Davis confessed to assault
on Harvey Lawly, for which tho
ledge gave him $3.50.