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The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
TAFT WINDS UP TRIP
Secretary Speaks to Lowell
Board of Trade.
SCOUTS ALL TALK OF STRIFE
Declares that aS Result of War with
spain United states Occupies Place
Average Citizen of This Country.
Leaves for Washington.

Lowell. Mass. Feb. I9.-secretary OF
War Taft completed his two-day tour OF
New England tonight. and after speak
ing before the Board OF Trade at a dinner
he Went 10 Boston on a special train and
climbed into a berth on ths Federal Ex-
press bound for Washington
Mr. Taft in his talk here tonight. re-
tPrred particularly to the relations OF the
United States ana Japan. and said the
talk Of the possibility of war IS ridiculous.
He said that as a result of the war with
Spain the United States had advanced TO
the position OF one Of the worlds powers.
and that the possession Of the Philippines
and Porto Rico as a result Of that war
welded a far greater influence among the
wOrlG's nations than the people at home
supposed.
Referring to the cruise Of the battle
ship fleet he said the visit OF the sixteen
battle ships 10 the Pacific will have an
excellent effect for peace rather than for
war we are not hunting war; that is
the last thing that this country wants"
he said.
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
ADMIT RECEIVING REBATES.
Richmond shippers Appear Before
Commissioner Franklin IA. Lane.

Richmond, Va, Feb. 19. - Richmond
shippers and railway employees appeared
to-day before Franklin X. Lane. Inter
state Commerce Commissioners. 10 testify
regarding alleged violations Of the Fed
eral laws relating to rebates.
H. o. Gates. member Of the CITY couu-
Gil. an emplOye of ". r. Johnson whole
sale grain merchants. admitted thar he
had worked up a scheme whereby his
firm avoided the payment Of published
tariffs.
He admitted that other southern roads
were defrauded out of large amounts
the Chesapeake and Ohio receiving its
fun published rates on all shipments. but
allowing the fraudulent way bills 10 go
through TO the detriment Of the other
roads.
Other firms implicated IN the alleged re-
batting are Warner Moore q Co: T. NJ
Perkins and W. 5. Forbes. The John
son Company saved on the average $50
a month on these rebates.
Several minor officials af the road testi-
ned in the afternoon as 20 the manner
which the scheme was worked out in the
Office Of the G. q O. The case is UNIQUE
in that it is the first time on record that
one company has allowed rebates al the
direct expense of the other roads work
ing in conjunction with IL
Other sensational disclosures are ex-
pected tomorrow and during the balance
Of tie investigation
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
SHEDS TEARS rs he DEPARTS
Rear Admiral Nieol Ludlow Leaves
His Home Probably Forever.
Wife VIII Now Occupy Mansion
Decided TO Her at the Time of
Their Marriage.

Ssyv.IIe. I. I, Feb. l9-Rear Admiral
Nicon Ludlow, L. s y. who has for
many years been a resident Of Oakdale.
said good-by TO his numerous friends and
faithful servants there to-day and took
his departure. He said he would 20 10
Mexico for a couple Of months. where he
will visit his brother
The admiral shed tears as he took his
leave.
Mrs. Ludlow, who was married 70 the
admiral about eight years ago. but who
has not been seen here for many months.
viii take up her residence in the mansion.
it is said, with her son. who is Deputy
Police Commissicner Bugher. Of New
York City
When the LudlOwS We're married. about
eight years ago. the admiral signed over
the mansion here 20 his wife while they
We're on their honeymoon trip. and she
has now come here TO take possession
OF H. The work Of packing up the be-
longinEs Of the admiral has been going
on for some time. and to-day the last of
them was shipped away
Mrs. Ludlow arrived at Oakdale before
her husband had left. but she refused
10 go 10 the mansion Until he had vacated
II, and she remained at the little railway
station in the interval.
At the time Of her marriage 10 Admiral
Ludlow NfrS- Ludlow was a widow. She
was formerly "a Miss Mclean. OF Wash
ington. ID. &.
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
RELIEF CORPS GIVES BANQUET.
Women of Department of Potomac
Honor Their National President.

The banquet hall Of the Ebbitt Bouse
was bower Of flowers and flags last
evening. when nearly 100 members OF the
Woman's Relief Corps, Department Of the
Potomac, escorted Mrs Kate L. Jones Of
Olion. n. Y, national president Of the or
ganization, 20 the seat of honor at Tho
banquet table Mrs Elizabeth Worrell
Ball. department president, presided as
toastmistress.
AT the close of the menue Mrs Rail-
presented the guest Of honor with a large
cluster Of red carnations. the colors %
the department. and made an address Of
Introduction and welcome. Mrs. Jones re-
sponded, congratulating the department
on its work along every line. Ranking
national president. Mrs. Kate r. Sber-
wood, of Ohio; Mrs. Ida NJ. Galloway
senior vice president Of the Spanish War
Auxiliaries: past junior vice presidant
Mary NJ. North, and national press corre-
spondent, Mrs Elizabeth Robbins Rarrv
also made speeches.
A AreceptiOn followed in the narlors
the hotel Department Secretary Mrs.
Emma c. Littlejohn and Acting Chief oC
stan Christine ". Dunlap presented the
guests TO Mrs. Ball. who made the nres-
entations to Mrs. Jones and the other
national officers in the receiving line. The
coior-bearers who escorted to and from
the banquet hail were Miss Florence
Hoagiand. Mrs. Isabella Bentz. Mrs. To-
sephlne Seibold, and Mrs. Rebecca Ritner.
The department VIII begin its nine
teenth annual convention at the EbbTtt
House this evening. The principal busi-
ness at the first session will be the eIec-
ton OF officers. Mrs. Agnes Keele and
Mrs. Emma L. Newton are candidates for
president, and sharp ballot battle IS
expected.
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
DENIES REPORT OF CHOLERA.
Head OF Health Department Declares
Acapulco Free OF Disease.

Mexico City. Feb. 19-Dr Eduardo Lice
ago, president Of the superior board Of
health. after a thorough investigation.
pronounced as wholly unfOmded the re-
ports said to have been wired through
the Navy Department by Commander
Mayo, Of the cruiser Albany. now at Ac-
apulco, Mexico, that cholera had broken
out at that port and that there was
forty cases there at the time he
made his report.
Dr. Liceago said there has not been
a case OF cholera at Acapulco and that
the health conditions Of the port are
good.
The smaller vessels Of Admiral Evans
fleet are due to arrive at Acapulco on
March >. but Commander Mayo's start
ling report may cause a change in pro-
gramme.
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
RACING CAR NEARING CHICAGO
American Machine Flowing It's Way
Through Indiana Snowdrifts.
Others Take Little Rest i'm Effort to
Catch Up with the
Leader.

Kendallville. Ind, Feb. %. After a
fierce battle with snowdrlfts. the Amer
lean car, Thomas. driven by Montague
Roberts, and the French car. driven by
Capt Hanson. reached Corrunna. seven
miles distant, at 80 O'Clock last evening.
At $50 last night they decided TO try TO
make this city. and are now somewhere
on the road, but their arrival is decidedly
uncertain. owing to the great depth OF
snowdrifts.
Toledo, Ohio. Feb. 2o.-Whne three OF
the racers in the New York 10 Paris con-
test have already started on their wav
west. the other three have not as vet
reached the city. and may not get here
until morning.
At O'Clock Monty Roberts. driver Of
the American machine completed minor
repairs on his machine and started on his
way 20 Chicago. At $50 o'clock St
Chaffray. driver Of one Of the French
machines, checked in here.
When he learned that the American
machine had started west he took un the
ride without hesitation. At 1 o'clock this
afternoon Satori. driver of the Italian
car checked in He expected to reach
here by noon but an accident. near the
city limits. delayed him an hour. Satori
was angered because the two leading cars
did not remain at Cleveland all night.
and travelled without rest to Toledo
through a binding snowstorm. The other
three machines arrived at Cleveland dur
ing the night and will reach here in
the morning.
The heavy snowstorm IN this section
and poor roads makes it difficult for the
drivers to get good results. and travel is
slower than expected
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
ROCKEFELLER GETS PENNY.
OIL King Keeps Souvenir Labeled
''Save Me and Never Go Broke

Augusta, Ca, Feb. l9.-John d. Rookie
feIler was the central figure at a recep-
ton given by the Planters Loan ana
Savings Bank. OF this city. IN celebration
OF the opening OF its new building. and
he left the reception a penny -'cher than
when he entered.
The reception was attended by the lead
ing business men. and NIr- Rockefeller.
who was down town, dropped in. Several
persons knew him and they introduced
him 20 scores Of others NJ Rockefeller
seemed 10 enjoy his experience greatly.
and said. These are the kind OF people
I Ike"
As he started 10 leave. some one said:
''Mr. Rockefeller. you have forgotten your
souvenir
II want it, said Rockefeller. and was
handed a bright. new penny. encircled by
aluminium. on which was the inscription:
Save me and you viii never go broke"
That IS good advice, said Rockefeller.
i shall keep the souvenir"
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
SALE OF TITLES ATTACKED.
Member of ParIiam ment DcuounccS Al
legged Corruption of Tory Regime.

legged Corruption of Tory Regime.
London. Feb IA lively and some
times an angry debate filed the last
hours tonight Of the session Of the House
.Of Commons, the cause being a motion by
HiIaire Belloc. Liberal. member for
South Salford. aiming to get. the house
70 condemn the secrecy under which polit-
ieal funds were accumulated and admin
istered. He pictured the possible evils
arising from secret contributor to party
funds having a pull with the government
H. c. Lea. Liberal. member for East
ST. Pancras. said he regarded the motion
as an attack upon the last and present
governments, and he proceeded to arraign
the prevalent method OF bestowing titles
and other hOnOrs.
Ii Was matter Of common knowledge
he said, that titles and decorations are. as
lacking in dignity. prestige. and moral
worth as the methods by which they are
obtained are loathsome, corrupt, and
nauseous. He went on TO denounce the
corruption of the last Tory regime. ac-
cusing Mr.. BalfOur when he was prime
minister.
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
POTATO FAMINE ON FLEET.
supply ship HaStcns to san Diego
for Several Hundred Tons.

There is a probability of a potato fam
Inc on the battle ship fleet. which is now
coming up the west coast of South
America
The Navy Department has taken prompt
action 10 avert such q catastrophe One
Of the supply ships now at Callao-the
Culgoa or the Glacier-will be ordered 10
proceed TO San Diego Immediately for
potatoes. or 'spuds," as the bluejackets
call them.
Several hundred tons OF potatoes will
be taken aboard the supply ship and she
will proceed. under forced Graught, TO
meet the battle ship feet at MagdaIena
Bay so that the sailors OF Admiral Evans
feet will not be deprived of one Of their
staple articles o. food
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
FLEET AT CALLAo TODAY.
whole Population of City Ready 10
Welcome Admiral Evans.

Lima, Feb. l9.-The United states fleet
under command Of Rear Admiral Evans.
viii arrive at Callao at 10 a. IN. to-mor-
row.
Rear admiral Evans has sent wire
less dispatch from the battle ship Con-
necticut thanking President Pardo and
the Peruvian nation for the welcome OK
tended to the< American fleet in mes
sage sent by Senor Pardo on behalf Of
Peru.
The whole population is on the qu vive
for the arrival Of the feet. and there IS
no doubt Of the enthusiasm with which il
will be greeted.
Saturday. Washington's Birthd1y. viii
be observed as a holiday by the depart
ments Of state. At noon the Peruvian
war vessels in the harbor Of Callao viii
fire a salute in honor Of the anniversary.
On Friday President Pardo VIII give
public reception in honor Of Admiral
Evans and the officers Of the fleet
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
CONGER SALE IS LUCRATIVE
First Days Business Brings Total of
$S,057 to Widow.
Chinese Boxer Loot Finds Favor
with Buyers Mt New
York Auction.

New York, Feb. 1a.-The first dav's sale
OF Mrs. L. II. Conger's collection OF art
objects at Vle American Art Galleries this
afternoon realized $S,O5T. The sale was
conducted by Thomas E. Kirby.
Mrs. Conger is the widow OF E. HsCon-
ger. late Minister 20 China, and her col
lection represents a part Of the loot Of the
Pekin palaces in the Boxer uprisings.
The curio bringing the largest price was
Chinese imperial bell. which went to w.
X Slater for $50
Two very old and rare temple gongs
cast Of iron, for use during Buddhistic
service, were sold to W. x. Slater for
$5e5 a piece.
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
ANTI-TAFTITES VICTORIOUS.
Alabama Man Recognized by Secre-
tary of state.

montgomery, Ala. Feb. 19.-J. W. Da-
vidson. for the anti-Taft faction. today
flied an emblem as the Republican party
representative in the State. and had It
accepted by the secretary OF State. who
recognized Davidson as the chairman of
the party instead Of J. O. Thompson. the
Taft faction chairman.
The only way for the Taft faction 10
get its ticket voted on is to fight the
others in the courts.
The situation is further complicated nv
the fact that the State officers become
champions Of the emblem filed. and tba
attorney general viii have to lead anv
fight made against it.
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
SLAPS CHICAGO ON WRIST.
PrOhibitiQ" Leader DepIores Con-
duet in western Metropolis.

New York, Feb. I9.-Chicaso. according
to Charles r. Jones national chairman OF
the Prohibition party. is, from the point
Of view of prohibitionists. the worst city
in the United States, with New York a
close second New York State. however,
carries off the palm as the State least
amenable 70 prohibition influence. while
Pennsylvania is second in backsliding.
Mr.. Jones took an optimistic view of the
future of his party to-day I'm an interview
at the Hotel Belmont lie predicts that
every State In the Union viii declare
for prohibition in time He said:
The Prohibition party has increased 100
per cent in eight years. In the same time
the Republican party has gained only
- per cent. while the Democratic party
has fallen off 70 per cent"
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
TEN DIE IN BLIZZARD.
Heaviest Snowfall on Record in Chi
caGO Ties Up Traffic.

Chicago, Feb. Is.-Having brought death
20 ten persons in Chicago and its imme-
and tied all kinds OF trahc, the worst
storm Of recent years abated to-day and
hurried Eastward.
All previous records at the local weather
bureau had been broken when the snow
finally ceased falling. The official record
shows a fall OF y $40 inches in twenty
four hours. as against an even twelve
inches on February y. 1876. the heaviest
snow fan hitherto recorded in Chicago.
The list OF deaths was increased by
eight to-day. making ten in all wO ahd
had succumbed 10 the storm in various
ways.
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
'EHaI'' Newton CarIysIe Dead.

Grand Junction. Colo. Feb. I9.-"HaP'
Newton Carlysle, of New York. an actor
Of national prominence filing one OF the
leading roles in The Wheel OF Love
company. dropped dead here last night
of heart disease just as he was about 10
go on the stage for the secona aet He
was sixty-five years old
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
FRENCH SUFFER DEFEAT.
Heavy LOSSES inflicted by Moors
Near CnSa Blanca.

London, Feb. ia news agency dis
patch from Casa Blanca says that since
the French occupation Of Settat two
French columns have been defeated by
the MoOrs.
The French losses were heavy. The
dispatch adds that the commu lIcations
of Gen. d'Amade, the French commander.
with Casa Blanca have been cut off.
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
SUBMARINE GOES ASHORE.
Tender Hist Is Also Aground Fifty
Miles Below Annapolis.

Special to Tho Washington Herald
Annapolis, Nd, Feb 19-Information
was received over the telephone here to-
night that the converted yacht Hist. ten
der of the flotilla of submarine torpedo
boats. Lieut.. Charles Courtney, command
ing. en- route TO the Naval Academy. went
aground off Cove Point, fifty miles below
Annapolis. at noon to-day Later an
other message came from South River
that the submarine Viper grounded Off
Thomas Point, i've miles below here
The Tarantula, the third submarine Of
the flotilla, is also in the bay. The gov
ernment tug Standish went 10 the assist
ance Of the vessels, and steam launch
was sent 70 aid the Viper. Neither had
been heard from at late hour tonight.
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
Kaiser Aids In Produeine Dram,.

Berlin, Feb. 1s.-The Kaiser az the mo-
ment is engaged in experimenting the
production Of sumptuous ballet AT the
Berlin Opera House, and he is sparing
neither pains nor expense TO insure jts
success 1t is based on Byron's poetic
tragedy, 'SardanapaIus.' dealing with
the life and death of the famous King OF
NineYeh and Assyria- The Kaiser-s mr.
pose y described as educational.
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
ST0ESSEL VERDICT TODAY.
C"urt-martiaI RetireS and Is Locked
in Room for Night.

ST ePtersburg. Feb. 19.-The Stoessel
court-martial retired for deliberation
to-day, ordering Gems. StoesseI. Fock.
and Reiss 10 appear tomorrow 20 hear
the verdict As the judges room has
been provided with beds. it Is presumed
that they expect 10 be closed all night.
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
LANDGRABBER BROUGHT BACK.

Mckinley Fled from Oregon Two
Years Ago.
San Francisco, Feb. 19-Horace Greeley
Mckinley landgrabber. who fed from
Portland two years ago with Little
Egypt" arrived today on the China
steiner in charge Of oficer Kerrigan. Of
Portland Greg.
Mckinley had confessed to his share in
Oregon land frauds. and had agreed 70
testify against other indicted men, when
suddenly he disappeared.
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
MRS. PAT CAMPBELL ILL.
No Performance of "EIcctrO, Given
Mt the Garden Theatcr.

ut the Garden Theatcr.
New York, Feb. 1e.-No performance
was given at the Garden Theater tonight.
where Mrs. Patrick Campbell is playing
on account OF the illness Of the star.
1t was said at Mrs. CampbelTs apart
ment in the Plaza Hotel that she was
suffering from a slight attack Of laryn-
gifts, but that she would be able to ap-
pear tonight. Allan Campbell. her son,
also a member Of the company, is III with
tOnsilitis and the grip.
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
Beckham willing to witbdrav

Frankfort KY. Feb. 19.-Ex-Gov. Beck
ham to-day made a proposition to with
efaw from the race for the Senate in
favor of a Democrat favorable to prohi-
bition
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
The largest Morning CIrcuIotton

All advertising contracts made by The
Washington Herald are based upon It's
bona hde circulation-a circulation. in
Washington larger by thousands than
was ever before attained by any morn
ing newspaper at the Capital Its books
are open.
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
Army Officer Drop. Daaa

Cheyenne, Wyo., Feb. 1s.-eapt. Charles
w Sawtelle, of the Eighth Cavalry
dropped dead of heart disease at Fort
Russell to-day.
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
KILL TOWN OFFICIALS.
Masked Men SIay Spanish Mayor and
Six CounciImen.

Madrid, Feb 19-Several masked men
entered the town hall at Dsimiel. prov
ince OF Ciudad Real. during a session Of
the municipal council and shot the
mayor, and, according 70 one story. six
councillors, killing them and woundiug
others.
The murdcrers escaped II is supposed
they were actuated by desire for polit-
icaI revenge.
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
at SIOan-s To-day

The Oshima sale OF mahogany furnf-
ture, Persian rugs, rare books in fina
bindings. Japanese water eolors sn6
Sloan's, 1407 @ St, to-day at II q m ,1S
p. m. Rooms comfortable and seats
provided. ''S
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
when You Become a Depos,,or

in banking dept Of Union Trust Co 18th
and II sts-, you'll enjoy every banking
advantage Interest paid on ali accounts
subject TO check Government control
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
HANDS ACROSS SEA
AT GOTHAM DINNER
Ambassador Reid Guest of
Honor at Banquet.
DEPRECATES WAR TALK
Envoy TO England Says There
Are No Complications.

Insists Relations Between United
states and Great Brifnfn are Sub
s'antialIy as Could be wished by
People of the United StateS-CaIIs
Talk of Strife with Japan Non
seHse-0theF Speakers at Function.
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
ROOSEVELT STANDS
BY HIS POLICIES
IncenSed at the Claim of
Many Railways.
HE DEMANDS ANINQUIRY
Would Probe Action in Reduc-
ing Pay Of Employees.

PreSident Writes Letter in Which He
Directs Interstate Commerce Com
mission TO Look TatO Claim of Rail-
ways Who Say Administration Has
CauScd Falling of In Business-Ac-
tiOn Authorized Under Erdman Law
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20

Look Out: Lumber Prices Much Loves
Frank Libbey & Co.. 9Th & n. Y. ave. NV
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20

Another Reduction Get Our Price List.
Frank Libbey & Co.. 9Th & NY. ave nv
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20

Everybody Comes TO Us for Lumber.
Frank Li5bey & Co.. 9Th & n. Y. ave. nv,
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20

A Ia Carte Lunch Served Daily
1t Eckstein's from y to 3 1412 N. Y. ave.
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20

Special Sale of AzaIens
At Blackistone's. Fourteenth and # sts.
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20
wushingiOn's birthday CeIebratlon

n AieA"nuItA' va, saturday Feb. -
steamer Jamestown" viii leave Wash
ngton 10, II am; y noon. and pm. Leave
alexandra T. ., 4 5 pm. Fare. 10c each wav-
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20

Another Drop I'm Prices OF Lumber
rank Libbey x Co.. 9Th & n. Y. ave. M,
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Many Persons interested.

Continued on Page ,, Column 2.
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20

Get Our Weekly Price List of Lumber
Frank Libbey < Co.. 9Th & y. Y. ave. Nv.
The Washington herald., 1908-02-20

The conclusion Of Mr. Choate's speech
was an expression Of hope that a portrait
OF Benjamin Franklin be added as soon
as possible 10 the gallery Of famous
Americans that now grace the Victoria
Embassy.
There were three cheers for THE Amer
lean Ambassador" Ambassador Red
arose and spoke in part as follows:
You need no words Of mine 70 ten
you how highly this reception is ap-
JOnQuiIs. 25c Dozen
Kramer. the Florist. 9l6 F st
Get Oar WeeIIr Price 1.i.t o.1
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should Have Information

should Cancellation fail to effect a
settlement, and arbitration be rejected
accurate Information should be avail
able in order 10 develop a properly
formed public opinion
I therefore ask you to make sucb
Investigation. both OF your records
and by any other means at your COM
mand. as will enable TO furnish data
concerning such conditions ObtainabIe
on the Louisville and Nashville ana
any other roads, as may relate direct
y or indirectly to the real merits of
the possibly impending controversy.
--ruElnnEE nnnoLI-I.l -r ..
The Rich Hill tribune. (Rich Hill, Mo.) 1903-1911, 1908-07-09
Odd Fellows Home

w O l. Jewett, editor Of the
Sholbina Democrat and former
grand master Of the Odd Fellows
IN Missouri, says in his paper:
over COO Odd Fellows visited
the home for the orphans Of Odd
Fellows and aged members and
wives at Liberty, Mo. last week.
AN appeared TO be highly pleas
ed, things being bettes than ex-
pected There are los children
and 10 aged and inhrm being
cared for at this home The
children are having good oppor-
tunitieS for education and a gen
eral training. II costs So, 00O s
year to maintain this institution,
or SIZE for each OF the 1853
members on an aver e. or
course, some Of the old 4 sick
cost much more than the average.
They are an housed in comfort.
able fire proof buildings and are
provided good substantial food
and clothing. The children are
taught 10 work on the farm and
in other labor, and a manual
training department aud a school
of domestic Scienc are Ia be m-
PRODUCED ms speedily as possible
Tbe Odd EcllnwSuf Missouri
are justly pruud of,lhis inStilu-
tion, and IL justly RECEIVES such
attention bath from the grand
lodec and lty Rgbykah assembly
The assembly turned over TO
the home az its laSt session IN
Excelsior Springs 50 100 il had
un hand"