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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06

dent Cleveland first took active steps to-
ward applying the merit system IN the
appointment Of consular representatives.
Prior to that time consular positions We're
regarded as a part of the spoils of po-
litical warfare, and were filled more Ior
the purpose Of paying off political opliga
tons than with a view of securing the
highest possible type of men to fill them
President Mckinley added strength to
the policy begun by his predecessor. ana
President Roosevelt in 1906 and 1907 ef-
fected sweeping reforms, reorganizing the
consular service, and providing for COM
prehenSive competitive examinations. HIS
aim was to have merit applied both with
respect to appointment and promotion in
the service. President Taft has extended
the same system of appointment and pro-
motion to the diplomatic service, up to
the grade of ministers.
In former years it was customary for
consular representatives to charge fees
for their service. Under that system many
positions We're worth a great deal to the
ncumbentS. The consul generalShip at
London usually paid from $4,000 TO $50
900 a year The Paris consulate general was
a splendid berth, and in exposition years
was worth about 100000 to the man for
tunate enough to hold it. Today all fees
are turned into the United States Treas
ury. and the consular officers are paid
specific salaries. The only exception to
this general statement is that consular
agents, who are simply men who perform
consular services in communities where
it would not be profitable to maintain
regular consulate, are allowed half the
fees they collect. up to the sum of $1,000
in payment for the services they render
The collections in consular agencies sell
dom exceed 500 a year. The consular
agent is usually some established business
man in his community, who carries the
agency as a side line. The result Is that
the Stars and Stripes sometimes float
over strange places 1t has not been
many years since the consular agent of
our great republic stationed in a South
American city had his office in a laun-
dry.
Although the consular service has given
a fine account of itself in the past, it has
done SO largely in spite of the indiffer-
ence of American exporters to the neces-
sty of meeting foreign conditions where
they desire to build up an export trade
The average American manufacturer
seems totally Indifferent to the packing
Of goods, and as a result much of that
which he does export reaches its destina-
ton in a damaged condition.
TOmOrrOw-THE AMERICAN GOV
ERNMENT.
IV-The Treasury.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06

husband, DIR. Harry Elgin Webster. who
has confessed to the murder of his third
wife, Bessie Kent Webster, became known
yesterday.
Webster said he felt as if he had signed
his own death warrant when he attached
his signature to time waivers in divorce
proceedings she contemplates bringing
in Cedar Rapids. Iowa. before the doctor
pleads, for the purpose of avoiding the
possibility of being widowed through CAPT
tai punishment. In fact, Webster signed
two sets of papers, the second In the
presence Of her father, her attorney and
one of the lawyers representing the pris-
oner, after repudiating his first signature
The second signature followed Mr. Var
ney's presentation of a brief matter-of-
fact note his daughter wrote the prisoner
explaining that 1t was her wish to be
divorced DR.. Webster wrote a fervid
reply. Her letter to him reads:
Dear Doctor: 1 have sent the letter
with father for him to hand you In case
YOU refuse to sign those papers, thinking
that the request does not come from me.
1t is my desire to get speedy divorce.
You are not and never can be anything
more to me. and I am not to you. / am
indeed. sorry l forgive, but cannot for
oct ZOE
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06
Outing Flannel Under
wear for Women.

Most all women at this season
of the year are contemplating Sc
curing underwear of a slightly
warmer texture, yet no heavier in
weight than the ordinary kind.
Outing Flannel Underwear an
swers this purpose better than
any other kind, and the dainty
colorings are especially attractive.
Pink and Blue Striped Outing Flannel
Gowns. high neck and long sleeve
style, with collar and cuffs. Each. SOC
Outing Flannel Short Skirts, in at
tractive striped effects and in plain col
ors Of white, pink and blue; finished
with daintily scalloped ruffies.
Knit Petticoats in gray. red, navy,
white, black, light blue and pink,
with striped borders. Each. . soc
Also Outing Flannel Long Kimonos, in
striped effects and in plain colors of pink
and blue, with plain colored
DOTOeTS. fIdcI. p1'OO
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06
Millimeryfor the Young Folks
The Dress and the Tailored.

~ ATURDAY being Chlden's Day invariably make spe-
NN a preparations Millinery, and there will
~ models and styles shown before produced
BY workroom others lately received. There
dainty styles all the
materials.
Nelve in large shapes trimmed with ostrich feather
White Beaver Hats and
beautiful ribbons; White Felt Hats trimmed with fringe Felts
with high concal and medium trimmed with plaid silks and
vevets closetng veou plain
ply trimmed effects in tam-o -shanter and poke effects
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06
The Pure
Food Store.

Should have the interest of
every housekeeper who desires
the purest and best table needs,
dispensed in a thoroughly SAM
tary manner. Our care in select
ing and our unexcelled facilities
for procuring the best the mar
kets of the world afford place be-
fore you particularly good adj
vantages.
Colonial Jams. packed expressly for
us. contain only pure fruit and sugar, and
are prepared after recipes that have long
been favorites.
23c glass; $2.6o dozen.
Colonial Coffee and Tea, the choicest
blends procurable; uneXcelled in purity
and righteousness.
Coffee, h., 38c; 3 for S1.Io.
Tea, II h., 2oc; Il h., 4oc; h.,
Soc.
Colonial Olives. 1Oc to Soc bottle.
Fifth floor Tenth st.
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Csc to $500 the pair.
Childrem's
Footwear.

Proper shoe fitting is most
important element of the child S
health and well-being, hence
every parent should take especial
care of their children's feet.
We show styles for every pur-
pose, designed with scientific
exactness to fit the feet properly.
and they are made of we'll chosen
feathers in both black and tan
colors and in a great number Of
models.
Misses and Children's Dongola Kid
skin and Gun Metal Calfskin Lace and
Button Shoes with best hard leather
sOles.
Sizes 81 to 1917, spring heels,
SI.5o pair.
Sizes II to 2, low heels, $I.75
pair.
Misses and Children's Lace and Button
Shoes of dOngola kidskin, gun metal calf
skin and tan Russian calfskin.
Sizes 81 to 1917, spring heels,
$500 pair.
Sizes II to 2, low heels. S.. 50
pair.
Boys and Youths Gun Metal and Tan
Russia Calfskin and Patent Coltskin
Butcher Shoes. with Goodyear welt soles;
sizes 1 to 51a
$500 and $3.50 pair.
Boys and Youths High-cut Tan Calf
skin Storm Shoes, with heavy viscolized
Goodyear welt soles; sizes l to 51s
$3.50 pair.
Third floor, Tenth st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06
OVERSTAYS HIS TIME.
Sailor on Shore Leave "Gets Full"
and Hikes to Minnesota.

Edward Tillijohn met Policeman Hayes
at Pennsylvania avenue and 9th street
northwest last night and told him he
wanted to be sent to the United States
batteship Louisiana. He was a sailor
on the battleship, he said, and more than
a month ago was given forty-eight hours
shore leave.
AZ got full he explained. land went
to my home in Minnesota. Now l want
to be returned to my ship"
Tillijohn said he had worked on a rail-
road engine while making his way back
to the coast. The naval authorities will
probably return him sto the ship tomor-
row.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06
Seeking Traces of Wife No. 4.

One of the most peculiar documents
found among Dr. Webster's belongings
yesterday was the certificate of his mar
riage to Blanche Mae Graf. his first wife.
He had sealed the certificate, which was
dated November .. 1904. in an old medical
examination paper. On one of the many
seals he wrote:
This contract becomes valid November
2. 1905
He was divorced by her two years later.
The only way the marriage could have
been invalidated between 1904 and 1905,
the police say. would be the existence of
another wife, whom Webster expected to
get rid of. The police. accordingly, are
seeking for traces of wife No. 4.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06
AWAIT FISH STORIES.
District Building Officials Want to
Hear From DR.. C. R. Holman.

District building officials who are devo-
tees of the rod and reel are awaiting with
no little interest the story that DIR. c. r.
Holman. chief of the inspection bureau
of the local health department, Will tell
when he returns from a fishing trip at
Aqua creek.
Several weeks ago DR.. Holman and DR..
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06

Arthur L. Murray. also OF the health de-
partment, visited Aqua creek and in a
little more than one days fishing landed
twenty-nine fine bass. DR.. Holman went
back yesterday to see how the October
bass are biting. and does not expect To
return before tomorrow. If he returns
with encouraging reports il Is likely that
several parties of District building OIL
Gals will visit Aqua creek this month.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06
Girl Hurt by Cyclist Improving.

Miss Eva Walters of 1916 NJ street
northwest. daughter of John Walters Of
Poolesville, Md, who was knocked down
yesterday morning near eth and D streets
northwest by a bicycle ridden by an un-
identified negro. Is still under treatment
at Emergency Hospital for conclusion of
the brain. The physicians think she will
be able to leave the hospital In . few
days.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06
The Fall Showing of
Mems NeCkWear

CT a AS before been complete
N knitted and cocheed Ties dominant style notes.
jill u they shown practically and combination
any could possibly want; manv of the patterns
only-cannot be had except here.
SnOO to $500 each.
Silk Ties in plain coo figures fancy effects in all the
shades Particularly attractive rich Dresden pat
glowing Colors
SOC to $500 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06
Washable Corduroy Coat.
and Caps for Small
Childr rem.

Fashion has decreed that this
material will be in high favor this
season, and its combination OF
beauty and sturdy utility makes
it acceptable to all mothers seek
ing stylish garments at moder-
ate price.
with large collars, others in double
breasted box style to button down
side and have turnover collar and
cuffs. Each. So.oN
Children's White Corduroy Caps.
finished with ribbon strings. Each Sl. 81
Children's Hand-knit All white
Wool Mittens, made with tie strings. ~.
Pa1r. y
Third floor, + st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06
P. 0. INSCRIPTIONS
BY DR.. c. ". ELIOT
Former President of Harvard
University Prepares Two
for New Building.

Ex-President Charles w. Eliot of Har-
ward University has written the only in
scriptions that will go upon the new city
post Office building near the Union sta
ton. DR.. Eliot was requested to write the
inscriptions by d. II. Burnham & Co, the
Chicago architects who drew the plans
and under whose direction the building
will be constructed.
The inscriptions will be upon the east
and west pavilions of the building, both
facing Massachusetts avenue. Upon the
front of the east pavilion will be this
inscription:
Carrier Of news and knowledge.
Instrument of trade and commerce.
promoter of mutual acquaintance among men
and nations.
And hence of peace and good will.
On the West Pavilion.
On the west pavilion will be this in
scription:
Carrier Of love and sympathy.
Messenger OF friendship.
CONSIDER of the lonely.
Bond of the scattered family.
Enlarger of the common life.
The Inscriptions have received the ap-
prevail Of Secretary MacVeagh. The new
building will be let to contract October
10. Bids for the construction of the build
ing will be opened the afternoon of that
date and when the lowest bidder has
been notified that his bid has been accept
ed he will be asked to hasten the work.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06
The MAN Choosing a
Hat From Us

~ NJOYS exceptional advantages He
Nix and displayed such that the styles easily
~ the hats OF specializing and those of the
noted makers OF America foreign coun-
Whatever whatever whatever
be satisfied
Among the highly favored hats
tecs to which devong particular and unlimited
No has produced such for particular
and we'll The gray
prominent matching the variations
in these coors giving Endorsement Of their popularity
$500 and $500 each.
English Wool Hats, $3.50 each.
English Caps-arge assortment, ST. and Sn.5O each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06
Special Value in
Women's Bath Robes.

Women's Heavy Warm Bath Robes, in
a wide and attractive assortment OF
mixed colorings and designs: made in
high neck and long sleeve style, with OF
without collars and trimmed with satin
bands.
Special price, $2.75 each.
Third floor, G st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06

Martin r. Brandenburg. a farmer living
near Hyattstown, Nd, is dead after an
illness Of three weeks OF typhoid fever.
He was fifty-five years old. u.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06
MAY FIX ANOTHER CRIME
ON DR.. H. f. WEBSTER
Police Seeking Traces of Wife
No. 4-Second Wife
Will Get Divorce.

OREGON. Ill. October 6.-That Mrs.
Zoe Varney Webster intends to bring
divorce proceedings at once against her
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06
Coats for Girls and Misses of
All Ages==DistimctiVe Styles.

U ANY OF these exclusive with us-he fabrics
NlNl\\ styles be here only there
V dreds OF stock and great number of mod
els the wide choice selection is readily apparent.
Every that has been approved shown here
materials noted for their excellence and in all shades The tend
ency the handsome mixed effects grays. and
browns fully evidenced and plain coo navy blue predomi
natea coors that lend attracvness the youthful
o
0 s a O much
e
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06
Complete Lines Chill
drem's Fall Hosiery.

Especial attention is given by
us to supplying the hosiery needs
of the children, and our assert
ments of the proper kind for
dress, school and wear on all oc-
casions are complete and very di-
versi6ed. Shown in silk. cotton
and wool, in the desired shades
and textures, in plain and ribbed
effects.
Csc to $500 the pair.
Specialize dozen pairs Boys School
Hosiery, Pony brand, in fine ribbed
with fashioned feet. The popularity of
this hose and the low price make a very
desirable value. Sizes 61s to H.
25c pair.
Main floor St
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06

At $500 = Three quarter
Coats, in gray and navy blue, of
strong, sturdy materials for school
wear; sizes 6 to "A; lined through
out.
At S1O.OO-Ten distinct styles
at this popular price; gray, brown,
tan, mixtures and chinchllla with
belted back; velvet collars; Sc
verely tailored sleeves; sizes 6 to
10.
At $500 Handsome shades
in brown, tan and gray mixtures,
also chinchilla cloth in gray, re-
soda. blue and red ten styles with
raglan or coat sleeves: belted eff
iects and adjustable collars; sizes
g to 10.
At $1,000, $3.50, So,
Coats of finer fabrics ane
every one a product @
Gailorso
Third floor, G ST.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06
THE AMERICAN GOVERNMENT.
III-TF1E DEPARTMENT OF STATE.
By FREDERIC J. HASKIN s. ,n vu... =, uu..
III-THE DEPARTMENT OF ST

This is part of chapter on the Department
OF state from the book The American Govern ar
he offered to the readers OF The Star most
advantageous terms. See notice later.l
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06
Sweaters and Bath Robes.

Boys Blanket Bath Robes. in all good
shades of blue. red. tan and gray-neat
figured patterns; garment whose serv-
iceability is unequaled.
Sizes to 10, $2.25 and $3.50.
Sizes II to Is, S2.75 and $500.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06

Sweaters in all the latest weaves and
colors. including the plain shades and
combination weaves of pure worSted
yarns; several styles in neck closing.
Sis to $500 each.
Third floor Tenth st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-06

At S8oz5-Mannish Mixtures
in a variety of gray stripes; smart
sleeves, three pockets and con-
vertible collar; lined throughout ;
sizes g to Ii.
At Sl2.75-Navy and Black
Pebble Cheviots, tan, gray and
brown mixtures and the rich chin
chilla cloth; tailored adjustable
collars Or velvet collars. lined
throughout with flannels; sizes 6
to 10.
At $1,000 Tan Polo Coats,
the Fashionable Reversible Coats,
Strictly Tailored Coats, raglan
and tailored sleeves; adjustable
collars. A collection that is un-
excelled at this price.
100 and $3.50 we show
inn more elaborate styles
! the best designers and
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1911-01-21
tine KATY MUST PAY OAMlGts
Suit Filed 10y Agent Who Was Ar
rested ON EniI,exzienoem tnsrg-
rs-iffgiier Decision.
rexas News service Special.

Texas News Service Special.
Dallas, Texas, Jan. al Tho
court of civil appeals OF the ffth dis
trict today decided that the Missouri,
Kansas dnd Texas railroad COMPANY
of Texas must pay $4,000 to the wi
dow and children of w NJ, Grose-
close. Groscclose was formerly
agent for the Katy at Farmorsville.
lie was held up one night in 1905
and robbed of $500. Following tho
robbery the agent was arrested ana
held on charge of embezzlement
Later GToseclose sued the company
Tor malicious prosecution and was
awarded judgment for $4,000. The
case was reversed. In the meantime
Groseclose died In the second trial
the heirs were awarded a judgment
for $4,000. The appeal Of the case
resulted in today's decision.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1911-01-21
MORE FRAUD IS EXPOSED
SPEAKER CANNON'S DISTINCT
NOW HAS WELL DLN tLoP-
ED ELECTION SCANDAL
City Attorney of DanNiiie starts rev
Citations by Making Confess
sion--Grand Jury VIII
Investigate.

United Press Special
Danville, H., Jan 2l.-Cily At
torney Frank Jones today confessed
to friends aud newspapers that he
bought votes in the recent November
election. lie said he had kept List OF
all names and the amounts para each
but had recently destroyed the evil
dence. lie volunteered all the infor-
nation he possessed regarding The
election scandal in Speaker Cannon
district
Jones Immediately urged all for
mer candidates and ward captains to
hold a meeting and adopt resolutions
to go before the grand jury and
| make clean breast OF the fraud
charges.
| The confession of Attorney Jones
has caused a panic among the polltl-
clans. II is said several viii confess
| In connection with the frauds when
the grand jury Tcconyenes Monday
! Subpoenas are being served today
on more than one hundred citizens
for appearance before the grand 1u~
rv Monday Former County Trcasur-
er Whitlock. who confessed TO EN-
bezzling $685. 600, viii be brought be
fore the grand jury and asked wheth-
er he spent the money. buying votes
e. X. Leseure of the Danville Ma
tionaI Bank testified that large with
drawals were made fnom Whitlock
account before the election.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1911-01-21
A CONSPIRACY IN THE FAMILY
Evidence introduced to SHOW
scheak's Wanted to Get Kid al
of the Packers Wife.
United Press Special.

United Press Special.
Wheeling. W. Va, Jan. 2l.-fhe
trial of Mrs. Laura Farnsworth
Schenk. charged with poisoning her
millionaire packing husband, To-Day
introduced the first evidence that q
family conspiracy existed to get
Mrs. Schenk out of the family. Mrs
Jane Hedges testified that Albert
Schenk, the packers brother hau
told her he would leave no stone I'M
turned to get Laura Schenk out OF
the family. Mrs. Schenk's counse-
announced that she will not TESTIFY
in her own behalf
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1911-01-21

One Hundred and Seycuty-tiNe bis
Have Been introduced.
rexas News serylce speelaI.

IENHS INFWN w VIC DDt7tI"Is
Austin. Texas, Jan, 2l.-The
house held a brief session this morn
ing and number of new bills were
introduced One hundred and seven
ty-five bills have been offered during
the session. Martin introduced bills
for the submission of the prohibition
constitutional amendment, limiting
the number of the house member
shin TO g3 A resolution was passed
inviting Mayor Gaynor to address
the legislature at his convenience.
An attempt was made to call up the
early closing law for final passage
but II was defeated. The house ad-
iourned until Monday afternoon.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1911-01-21
] ns,sn v sAsusen a W. lssnsas
|, DE- llnl, Aian TIE
Vas inquired.
DUMktRs BEING TESTED
lts lesa A@ lssna Made lnae
Nfisss ii Adnmral ausmp,elaa
N,ssA IN llaglm 81 loi
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esillaHoH ln tbe oesl hHhheft ~ lbs
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in Portland fueiaBa lt reported 81
private aasfCfH received bette tuass
Ensign Theuaufe wis usou naphee
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nuttan PLANTER If Louisiana sns
wounded Wilkinson wlth de3gl oi
eight men we testing as buutel 3
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tuffsina ah unprotected HpM 1918.
kinspn HHs the ffai to eu1ef Sc
was burned aAoni me Aeaa aud
arms Tie other men eseapcd un-
hurt Mlsinson il being brought to
Washington on abe cruiser South
Carolina.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1911-01-21
IMIfDEsI N kkIlAEl IRIR.
Press Special

United Press Special
Marshfieid Mo, Jan. 2f-u q
reported today that X. r. Dickerson
the wealthy promoter and ranch
owner. who YESTERDAY was said 20 bs
the father OF stanley Ketchei, IS sui
fering from a nervous collapse and
Ia in serious condition The arrival
OF Mrs. Julia ketchel, the mother or
the dead pugillst, is expected today
She will be summoned 10 testify in
the trial of Walter Dipley ana Goidie
smith. charged with the murder OF
Ketchel
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1911-01-21
NAVAL OFFICER
IS IhQUIs|IIvt
lapaww Admiral Asts 4 ll,s
l'seams anal |. is H.
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NOT PLEASED WITH REPLY
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hfmals v ga H.
ssteal Asstshs


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tu'Hn $50 DHis nstsin Texas Bau
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The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1911-01-21
SENATE IS s1nl Scorpions


Austin Yesas Ian "a The aen
etc ftAehi ail nWFhlnf owes gerh
utra3 qWesi ien a. a. whefhel H e9NiH
tesuHlr lts nseeafiTe secession fof the
further confederation 90 GoYsInaf
f"iquitf appointments Lieutenant
Governor Davidson heId fhsi slnts
ihs FaieA had been gesfinaea ihs
senate bad ao authoritf a. so into
executive session After tNo heurs
we're spent 80 qulhbiinR simple
motion vac passed t. have the hats
cleared The consideration 0f an
poinfmeHls aili continue an dsY
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1911-01-21
The Capitol in Danger.


Austin, Texas, Jan. 21.-Comp-
troller w. p. Lane in a letter to the
legislature today said the capitol
was in danger of destruction by fire
on account of the piles of inflamable
records from three to six feet deep
in the basement.