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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-03-31
SETS AN EXAMPLE
City of Quincy Successful in
Raising Money for a New
z. II. O. A.
CASE LIKE ROCK ISLANDS
Obstacles There Similar to Those
Here Were Overcome in To-
days Campaign

Word has been received by the To-
Of the new building campaign in
Quincy. This was a campaign for
100000 for a new equipment for the
association in the Gem city, where the
Y. II. C. A work has always anguish
ed and where the situation was ex-
ceedingiy difficult
The money was raised in a 10 days
campaign. directed by state Secre-
tary Shumaker- l. was conducted in
the face Of the most discouraging cir.
cumEtEnces, and was carried through
TO success only by the most determin-
ed effort and self sacrificing work on
the part of those who believed in Il.
AT he beginning OF the campaign, not
very many OF the Quincy people real
" believed that the thing could be
done, but the work gained momentum
as 1t proceeded. and the result has
been success.
EXAMPLE TO FOLLOW.
Quincy is another city TO set good
example for Rock Island In this mat
ter That city had an old building.
to be set aside. and there was no
small amount OF opposition To the
movement that had TO be overcome,
but 1t was done, just as Rock Island
Will do IL soon. There is hardly a
din Guilty in this city that stands in the
way OF the new building but can be
duplicated in the Quincy situation,
and that place had plenty OF its own
peculiar obstacles as well, but when
any community gets together on a
project and decides that II ought to be
done and that they will do 1t. there
is little question as TO the result:
MUST KEEP IN PROCESSION.
With the fund secured at Quincy
and with Danville and Joliet making
plans for their campaigns, 1t looks at
though Rock Island needs TO wake up
or take it's place at the tail end of the
procession OF wide awake Illinois cit
les. The campaign date has been set
for next March, but there Is nothing
to prevent the adoption of an earlier
date IL the people will go about II.
This is the next big move toward the
greater Rock Island"
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-03-31
Social Events
INSTITUTE NEW cIacLE.

WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON AT
Kerns hall. Moline department, Presi-
dent Helen NJ. Wilson Of Peoria and
Lucy E. Morris. department senior
vice president OF the Ladies' of Grand
Army OF the Republic organized and
installed a new circle, Wellington
Wood No. 81 with a very large char
ter roll Of1cers elected are:
President-Mrs. Anna Long.
Senior vice president-Mrs Cath
ern SchilIinger.
Junior vice president-Mrs. Corne-
lus Walters.
Chaplain-Anna B. Whitehead.
Treasurer-Mrs. Anna Walker.
Secretary-Mrs. Josephine Fowler.
Conductor-Mrs. Eva l.. Wright
Assistant Conductor-Mrs. Daisy
Hull.
GUARDIANS. Sarah Berry.
Assistant guard-Mrs. Maggie
Wood
Delegates TO department convention
at Joliet, juno 49, IA anc I5-First,
Mrs. Eva l.. Wright; second, Mrs. An
ma Walker; third, Mrs. Stella Kent.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-03-31
man
IN HONOR OF VISITORS.

MRS T. BUFoRD AT HER HOME.
HOO Sixteenth street, yesterday after
noon entertained at a delightful party
for Rockford and Davenport ladies, the
guests from Rockford being Mrs.
Younsren, Mrs. Charles Brrtus and
Mrs. Timmons. Musical numbers were
given. and a very pleasant Informal So
cisl time enjoyed. the hostess serving
q nice lunch during the afternoon.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-03-31

South Park chapel held the March
meeting and coffee yesterday after
noon at the home OF Mrs. J. z. Swarm,
1923 Thirteenth avenue, a large num-
Der Of ladies attending and enjoying
a very pleasant social time. The an
nual report of the guild was read and
showed a most encouraging condition
showed a most encouraging condition.
The committee in charge served deli
cious refreshments
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-03-31
DEPARTMENT TEACHERS MEET

THE TEACHERS OF TIE JUN
ior department of Central Presbyte-
rian church met with the junior de-
psrtment superintendent, Mrs Mar
ion Humphreys, 1919 Fourtsenth
street, last evening, all the teachers
being present. The past quarters
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-03-31
RELIANCE CLUB.

THE RELIANCE CLUB OF GRACE
Lutheran church was entertained last
evening at the home OF X. T. Ander-
son, GIT Nineteenth street Because
Of the absence from the city Of many
Of the members business was post
poned and the evening devoted to a
social time. Refreshments we're serv-
ed and q very pleasant evening pass
ed.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-03-31
HOLD sEMLANNUAL MEETING.

THE SEMI-ANNUAL MEETING OF
the Young Peoples class of the First
Baptist Sunday school was held last
evening at the home Of Mrs William
Ullemeyer, 11o7 Nineteenth street. A
large number OF the active and honor
airy members were present. The bust
ness session was occupied with the
election Of officers to serve for the next
six months, those being chosen are as
follows:
Presidential. NJ Ward
Vice President-Mrs. r. H. HON.
man.
Secretary-Mrs. ". H. Keeley.
Tressurer-Mrs. William Ullemeyer.
Games and contests and piano seleo-
tons by Miss Myrtle Summers were
enjoyed and refreshments were served,
making an enjoyable evenings enter
tainment.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-03-31

ming at the home of Mrs. Frank Jones,
1880 Thirty eighth street. The ladies
spent the time sewing for the bazaar
to be given April 21 1t was decided
to hold an all day meeting next
Thursday at the home of Mrs. Baker,
1880 Thirty ninth street when articles
for the bazaar will be made. Lunch
was served by the hostess.
HOLD MARcH COFFEE.
THE WOMAN'S GUILD OF THE
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-03-31

and other metals. oils and explosives.
April % an examination will be held
here for eligibIes for the position OF
skilled Office labor" at the arsenal
paying from $3.50 TO $3.50 per annum.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-03-31

for the position Of chemist al Rock
Island arsenal, and for vacancies as
they may occur elsewhere. The posi-
ton pays 1900 yearly and demands
ability to anaiyze steel, nickel. copper
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-03-31
"a years ago,
April 2, 1887

This firm opened for business
then. Many are the changes in
Davenport during that stretch
of time. Yet none, in a CONNER
cial sense. greater than that
which has characterized the
growth and prosperity of this
store.
There Is a vast difference be-
tween the store now and the
store then. That was a small
store, not much bigger than our
shoe department today. But 1t
was founded on right principles.
and the result is best shown by
the picture.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-03-31
TWO EXAMINATIONS SOON

EligibIes for Positions at Rock Island
Arsenal Desired.
April 26 and 81 an examination will
be held here and at several other
places In this state to secure eligibIes
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-03-31
C: Harmed @Wmn lM(ag9QF CO. e; :: !:
Our building
as it
looks today

The picture shows what
progress has been made
with the new three-story
addition to our building.
The steel skeleton tow
ers far above the sidewalk
and gives one an idea of
the proportions Of the fn-
ished building.
It will be I'D feet fire.
sidewalk to top of flagstaff.
800 tons of structural
steel will be used.
The floor area will be
80, 500 SO. ft.-the largest
amount devoted exclusive.
ly to retail purposes IN this
part of the country.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-03-31
Stylish Easter millinery

Practicability is combined with beauty to the
highest possible degree in our hats Variety
ia another feature; every woman can find
becoming style among our stocks. $3.50 to SIS
Second Floor.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-03-31
BIRTHDAY SURPRISE PARTY.

An MN Gu1--fG.NG1AR " as Sun
prised last evening ~ his home on
Twenty-eighth street and Sixth ave-
nue.. by aGarge company OF friends.
taking the opportunity OF helping him
celebrate his 26th birthday annivsr-
ssry. Games, toasts. etc, helped pass
was served.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-03-31

work was discussed and plans made
for the work to be carried On. Re
ports show the condition of the de-
partment in good shape. The business
session was followed by a social
hour and the hostess served refresh
ments.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-03-31

poRcAs SOCIETY MEETS.
THE DORCAS SOCIETY OF THE
Third Christian mission was enter
tanned yesterday afternoon and eve
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-03-31
FOulards
at Soc yd.

The popularity of these
silks will add great in
terest to this bargain.
Several patterns that
are both new and re-
fined. Come In navy and
Alice blue.
For pretty street
frocks, or for waists,
these will find an imme-
date demand. N
% inches wide.
SOC yard.
West Aisle
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1911-12-29

~ b. s -
Most brilliant in all It's appoint-
meits and decorations was the large
card party. given BY Miss Hazel Frost
yesterday afternoon from 8 to s
O'Clock ia the assembly rood Of the
waldo hotel mplimentary to Mrs.
IRiner q. sAIeI7er, Of Pittsburg. The
aoraI decorations were composed of
Christmas greenery and potted
plants combined with the Christmas
colors. red and green. Progressive
euchre was played at nine tables and
at the completion Of the game beau
tifuf souvenirs were presented by the
hostess TO Mrs. Gilmer weston and
Mrs. Elizabeth iHursey Vance for
having made the highest score Mrs.
weston and UGrs Vance very grace
fully shared their honors with Mrs
Altizer. the honor guest
At 8 O'Clock q salad supper was
served at small tables, and covers
were laid Tor Mrs. Edward G. Smith,
Mrs. WiliiaEn T.. Walls, Mrs. Sam
uel R Harrison, Mrs BENJAMIN +.
THOMPSON, Mrs. Gilmer Weston,
NFrst Homer j acksoh, Miss Cornelia
Basel. Mrs. Virginia Criss. Miss
Martha Basel. Mrs. L. %. Smith.
| Mrs. Burton u. Bailey. Mrs. Flem-
ing Howell, Mrs. Percy Con-. Mrs.
George Leatherbury, Mrs Riner G
A1tizer. Mics Grace lee Duncan
Mrs. Henry 17aymond. Miss Gar
rard, Mrs. Hal " Rapp, of Par
kerabnrg; Mrs albert W. Rapp,
Mrs. Moore jackson, Mrs. Samuel
tB. STILES, of Parkersburg: Mrs.
elizabeth n. Vance, Mrs j. M.
Jackson. OF Parkersburg; Miss
Ewing, Miss Mary Moore, of RAJ
'venswood; Miss Roberta FLEMING. of
Fairmont; Mrs Gardner, Miss Flor
ence jackson. Mrs. Thomas w.
Pettigrew, of New York; Miss
Rogers, of Aberdeen, Miss; Mrs. J..
w. Williams and Mrs. Dudley D
Britt.
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For Visitors.

Among the attractive social az
fairs OF yesterday afternoon was a
delightful card party given by Miss
Susie Maxwell in compliment to
Mrs. James iGraham, OF Detroit,
Mich, and Mrs. frederick @tathers,
of Philadelphia, Pa! The Maxwell
home was brilliant with it's yuletide
decorations and four tables were IN
play for auction bridge. At the
completion of three rubbers beauti-
full prizes were presented to Mrs )
stathers. Mrs. Graham, Mrs. Charles
b. tAlexander and Miss Elizabeth
Musgrave. 8iE
Later a delicious - salad supper
was served at small table Covers
were laid for Mrs. j, Carl Vance.
Mrs. Melville s. Jarvis! Of New York;
Mrs. Robert H. Wilson, Of Pittsburg;
Miss Gillie, Kobleghrd, Mrs. Ernest
Hutton, Mrs. James Graham, of De-
ttroit, Mich; MRS. Charles B. Alex
lander, Mrs. Philip P steptoe. Mrs.
Frederick Stathers, of Philadelphta;
Mrs. robert R3. Wilson, Miss Amelia
Vance, Miss elisabeth Musgrave.
Mrs. william IF. Alexander and Miss
Mary Brown.
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oconttnaaa "a &c aLl.e D.
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Enjoyable reception.

"A most enjoyable RECEPTION was
given last evening by the CongreEa-
ton of St. Paul's Methodist Epfsco-
pal church, South, in the parsonage
OF the church complimentary to the
REV. Felix *. Struve and family.
Christmas decorations were taste
fully arranged through the rooms
and the,guests were received by the
Rev. and Mrs. Struve, Mrs. Harry
NJ. Wade, Mrs. z. wv. James. the
Rev. H. o.. Cunningham, Mrs. J. II.
Hull and Dudley Strive. Music was
the pleasant diversion OF the even
ing. Mrs. Hull rendered several
charming numbers. Later refresh
ments were serveJ in the dining
room.
A miniature Christmas tree
formed the attractive center piece OF
the table. Mrs. Cole poured coffee
while assisting in serving were Mrs
Kessler, Mrs. James and Miss Mabel
Carr. About 100 guests called dur
ing the hours of the reception.
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to 5 O'Clock in her home on the Phil
ipPi road. The rooms were profuse-
~ decorated with Christmas green
cry and nine tables were in use for
the game OF hearts," The SOU
venirs were presented to Miss Mary
Robinson and MRS. d. W. Jacobs at
the completion OF this popular and
pleasant diversion. "A salad course
with ices and bon bons was
served.
The honor guests prizes were
presented by the hostess to 9ITs.
Stuart r. Reed. OF Charleston; and
Mrs. Horace Gray, Of New York.
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SiRmn C1ub Dance.

I
Last evening the Sigma Club gave
it's third annual holiday dance in the
armory and the decorations were
most brilliant in keeping with the
lyuletide season. IA fine program of
music was rendered by the Cadenza
orchestra OF twenty-five numbers.
About ZOO guests were in attend
lance. The patronesses were Mrs.
Mrs. William iB Osborn, Mrs. Virgil
IL. Highland, Mrs Charles IL. Liam
berd. Mrs. Frank Il. Highland. Mrs.
David ]. Carter, Mrs. J NJ. Has-
gerty, Mrs. T: Moore jackson, Mrs.
Samuel lR Harrison, Mrs. Frank G.
bland, Mrs. "a l.. Roberts and
Mrs. AIT. l.. Cunningham
Among the many out of town
guests present were Miss Lance, Of
Aurora: Miss Jones, Of Wheeling;
Mr.. and Mrs. H. G. Gray. Of New
York; j G.. Brown, of Washington;
Charles Pettigrew. of New York;
Miss Hampton, Of Fordyce, Ark;
Miss Moore, of Ravenswood; Mrs.
James NJ. Jackson, OF Parkersburg;
Miss Fraser, OF SIT. Lake Park; Miss
IbuF0SS OIL E6sChSE6UuESB NAASS
Burchinal, OF Warrington; Miss
Hodges, of Morgantown; Miss
Fisher and Miss Mather, OF Buck
hannon; Miss Fleming, Misses Agnes
and Ruth Henry. Misses Edna and
Jessie Jacobs, Lee Follner, Ernest
Bell. Mel Jacobs. Edwin Brooks,
Porter Post. Beryl crowl, j. L..
Pool and Frank Hutchinson. all OF
Fairmont; Lawrence Loar. OF Graf
ton: w. G. Stathers, OF weston;
and Lynn cornwell, Of Washington
Invitations for wedding Reception.
FAIRMoNT, w. Va, Dec. %
Invitations were sent out today
for the wedding reception OF Mr..
Charles Guy Hood and Miss Mary
Josephine Raymond, whose engage
ment was recently ANNOUNCED. The
wedding ceremony will take place on
the evening OF Thursday, January
III, about 8 o'clock, at the brides
home with the 1Rev. Father Boulton
ofaciating. and will be followed by
large reception from TO II
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who is spending the holiday aeasCn.
with Mrs. Frank lB. 'HaymalLer.
Pupils Are Entcrtained.

At her home in Point Comfort Miss
Margaret watkins entertained very
pleasantly. Thursday afternoon: her
pupils OF the seventh and eighth
grades OF the Bridgeport school
Mnsic and games were the dives,
sions OF the afternoon.
The chaperon was AtFs, Waiter EFilsi
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oTrs. souCleI.s -I0ntertains.

Mrs. Lloyd p. souders entertained
most delightfully."- number OF her
friends yesterday afternoon from
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Prices Drop With the
Temperature on
CHzLD'S FURS

Having taken their just
profits for the season the
qIlestion with US now is to
rid ourselves Of the sur
plus, there being some %
sets.
Those marked
$500 go at. .$1.50
$500 go at. 1928
$500 go at, ..-. $500
$500. go at. -$3.75
$3.50 go at. 1852
$1,000 go at....... $3.50
Best time for a won1a7 to
buy Furs is nom: We're
showing Black and Natural
Furs SIS to SIS, such as no
other store ppiH shorO and
guarantee in the same 1Day
for the same prices.
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STORE
WILL BE CLOSED
MONDAY
Soft Grey Shirts for
Women

So good are they-so well
have they been selling, so
practical for wear, service
and "good looks" we're
keeping up assortments
right along.
New soft grey stripes as
well as plain greys, Satur-
day, 81 each.
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So. 90 Coat Sveate7-s
for $3.50

Saturday.
about 40 Sweaters has been
decided upon because they
are surplus stock, too many.
We have marked them eX-
actIy one-half -$1.5O in
stead Of So.
Wonaen's "a to 40.
Colors White and Red.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1911-10-21
THE GRAND.

Vaudeville's classiest musical offer-
ing win head the programme at the
Grand theatre the week OF Get 20.
The Hughes musical trio are versa
the instrumental virtuoses who play q
wide range Of instruments and will Of
fer a musical act which will be dig
tinctly worth while.
RougeII. The Perfect Athlete. has Il
spectacular and sensational stage
aerial act which shows the endurance
and development OF the human body.
Special scenery and electrical frames
are carried for this act
Jimmie Cassidy and Vivian Longton
Co. will disport themselves In d IAN
tastic Egyptian comedy novelty, en-
titled The Smoke Queen. Report pro
claims Ii to be the sort be d fantastic
hit that commands attention.
Something genuinely clever may be
expected Of Grace Leonard, The Amer
lean BOY. Miss Leonard il called the
most remarkable male irnitator known
10 vaudeville and works with com
suSnmate activity.
The daylight pictures viii be III
accordance with the high standard
that haa been set. the subjects are
all carefully selected ana are rev
citation to motion picture enthusiasts
Miss Graham VIII sing some CIR the
latest popular songs.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1911-10-21

rule. and that is what people so to
theatres Tor.
The Rondas trio, company OF ex-
pert trick bicyclists win be the head
line attraction for the first three days
OF the week. The trio is composed Of
two ladies and one gentleman and they
do some clever stunts on the wheels
Riggs and Candy have a clever
sketch which they have entitled The
Hunting Tourists. and 1t is filled with
real comedy singing and talking. A
number Of lightning changes are made
by his versatile pair The act comes
very highly recommended.
Roger and French, the eccentric
duo, present one Of the funniest turns
in vaudeville, Fifty Seconds Ahead Of
Minute. 1t is filed with singing,
talking and dancing. and SIS Its name
would imply, there is some mighty
quick action throughout their turn.
Edward Warren. one Of the worlds
greatest comedy entertainers, returns
to Fargo after an absence Of seven
years. He is one Of the cleverest
monologuists in the business.
Manager Webster has secured two
excellent pictures for the bin, one q
comedy and the other most enter
tanning romance There will not be a
dull moment for the patrons Of the
house for the first three days OF the
coming week.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1911-10-21

OF the last number there was a trace
OF nervousness and at times there
seemed to be battle raging to see
which would get tired out the soon
est, the player or the piano--both sur
vived. The Braham and Bach num-
bers were played very well indeed, but
the Burleske, by Roger, a composition
strictly modern, appeared 20 be un.
grateful to many hearers II was start :
ling and unique. 1t was programmed
as being the first time 1t had been
played in this city. To many in the
audience. Miss Olsen displayed more
tonal security in the softer passages.
Chopin was represented by only one
number, the first OF the second group.
and II was given delightful treat
ment. Many there were who considered
that Clair de Lune (the first time in
Fargo by Debussy to have been the
gem OF the evening. Liszt was repre-
sented by his Cantique d'Amour and
in that the player displayed an album
dance OF musical feeling. 1t was de-
lightfuI recital and one which added
much to Miss Olsen's popularity.
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so operahouss every night next week
but Tuesday. Mr.. Bradyss gripping
human play, Mother, appears on that
evening.
DIR. Barnum is claimed to be not
only the greatest demonstrators on the
American stage but Is recognized as
an authority on practical psychology
and psychotherapy. having had con-
siderable experience IN sanitariums
with mental and nervous disorders.
He is also acquainted with the meth
ods OF suggestion as used by DIR. Wor-
cester in the Emmanuel movement.
An EFFORT lie being made to induce DIR.
Barnum to give few free lectures
along scientific lines while in the city,
as suggestion and psychology are con-
sidered OF pronounced practical use
TO the laity and business man as well
as to the clergy and medical profess
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1911-10-21
MONKEY IS
MASTICATED
COUNT THE FIRST MIXED WITH
DOG AT GRAND RAPIDS AND
CANE OUT SECOND REsT-wILL
APPEAR AT THE oRPHEuM ON
OCT. 80.
OCT. 30.

Count the First the educated sirnian
who was to appear In this city next
week got into trouble In Grand Rap
ids, Mich, and AR q result he viii not
appear at the Orpheum until Oct. so.
The story OF the fight as sent to this
city says that the money took excep-
tions to the appearance Of the bull
dog and passed some comments on It.
This angered the owner of the dog
and he said "Sic EN- Tlge" and the
battle was on. The fight furnished
an exciting half hour for the stage
hands but Count the first was badly
bitten In the scrap.
A physician was summoned from
Cincinnati bv special train and the
monkey Ii now receiving the best Of
care. His manager informs Mr.. Wen
ster that Count the First will probably
open his engagement here Monday,
oct. 80.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1911-10-21
Champion Brass Band.

Twenty -four brass bands on Satur-
day, last week, took part at the
Crystal Palace, London, In the annual
contest for the brass band champion
ship. The test piece was an arrange
ment Of airs from Meyerbeer's Hugue-
nots A Lancashire band. that of the
Perfection Soap works, was declared
champions. Last years victor, the
band of Foden's motor-wagon works
(Cheshire) was given second place.
The band which won in the boys
band section-that Of st. Pancras
school, Observation-Disclosures conducted
by a lad aged sixteen.