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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31

thirds. OF their compensation from the
patrons directly. The scale of wages paid
In these establishments il astonishingly
low when the requirements Of the work
are concerned. man must have neat
clothes. he must be alert, intelligent, po-
lite, tactfui. and more or less expert in
the handling Of q multitude Of breakable
things in q crowd. He must. in Short be
a diplomat. a juggler. gastronomic ad-
wiser and a gentleman, and all for $40
week as far as the proprietor Is con-
cerned. and must keep this up for about
twelve hours day or longer, according
to the run of business 1t is true. of
course. that some walters save money,
and there are well authenticated in
stances Of walters who have retired from
business with comfortable fortunes, but
those who are acquainted with the true
inwardness of the food-serving situation
are not inclined to be envious. consider
ing the fluctuations through which the
dish bearer must pass in order to reach
this point Of affiuence.
Nevertheless. there can be no sympathy
for the walters in their adoption Of tao
tics such as those employed in a recent
strike In one of the larger New York
hotels, when at the hour Of Ills, with
tables filled and head walters put to their
wits end to find places for the crowd. the
walters at a given signal all turned in
their order books and marched out. fol-
lowed by the cooks, the dishwashers and
the silver, pantry and floor men. What
made 1t particularly dificult for the man.
agement In this case was that large
commercial organization was just about
to start its annual banquet when the
strike began. Had these walters post
poned their striking until the close Of
business they would have enlisted some
degree Of public support
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31
The Walters Strike.

Hotel and restaurant walters in New
York are in state OF discomfort that is
making serious trouble for those thou
sands of Gothamites who have the habit
OF taking their meals away from home, in
addition 10 the out-of-town freouenters
OF the cafes and lobster palaces of the
Great White Way Several strikes have
occurred. all OF which have been more or
less satisfactorily settled but the trouble
continues because the walters organiza-
ton is not satisfied with the conditions
that have been established What Is
wanted l. general scale of prices con-
siderably higher than that which has
heretofore prevailed and freedom from
certain exactions of a character deemed
by the walters and other hotel servitors
TO be burdensome. Some OF the restau-
rant and hotel proprfetors are disposed
10 grant the reasonabieness of the wait
ers requirements. but are not quite GER
tain whether they can afford to grant the
demands themselves. To do so means to
raise the prices on the dinner cards. and
they are already 50 high that II is
wonder any one can eat in public In New
York and buy raiment and provide other
necessities of life at the same time So
high. indeed. are the food prices at the
popular and fashionable dining establish
ments that eating has become almost
luxury.
IL the scale of wages were increased 30
that the walters would not be compelled
10 depend upon tips for the bulk Of their
income the public would not suffer any
thing financially provided rules were
adopted and strictly enforced against
tipping. The restaurant owners make no
secret of their expectation that the wait
ers are TO get at least half, If not two
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31
The Chicago Platform.

The republicans are turning now to the
question of a platform Three groups
are busy. Mr.. Tafts friends will put
the administrations case into shape, Mr.
Roosevelt's will express his. while Mr..
la Toilette will serve himself. And out
of the three deliverances will be con-
structed the party's appeal to the people.
The Taft platform must. of course. fol-
low the Taft record. 1t is the record
upon which Mr.. Taft's candidacy for the
Chicago nomination rests. He could not
abandon the record without abandoning
his claims to consideration. The country
knows his views respecting all the &C
cepted republican tenets. we'll as those
now in dispute between the so-called
progressives and the so-called conserva-
tives.
NJ La Toilette objects to the record
In several particulars. He would have
had the President veto the Payne bill.
He does not think the Presidents course
has been correct with regard to either
the trusts or the railroads. He questions
it also respects conservation. He sees
the influence of the interests all about,
and his proposition is that many changes
be made
Mr.. Roosevelt goes even farther than
Mr. La Toilette Not only does he re-
pudiate the record, but he advocates
measures new and radical He would
put the republican party upon a new
foundation He would head the process
sion in a new direction, though he is by
no m cans specific to the route. If he
is accorded leadership again his followers
will not be assured of where they will
pull up. He will not know himself
Here, then. will be a job for giants.
The platform committee at Chicago will
have its hands full. and should be COM
posed of the ablest of the delegates. A
situation fully as d fficult as that
at st. Louis in 1896 will have to be faced.
Then the eastern wing of the party was
in great agitation about the money prob
lem. Free silver was threatening the
national credit
The recall of judicial decisions also in
wolves a nationwide threat. All sections of
the country and all classes of society
have a stake in the courts II their
foundations are disturbed everything will
be disturbed. Credits of all kinds, finan-
cial and otherwise. will be shaken, and
once shaken will not soon again be re-
stored TO stability.
The platform must fit the candidate
Any jusgle, If attempted. will fail. Mem
cries of 1892 are comparatively fresh.
That year candidate faced in one di-
rection and the majority of his supporters
IN another. success at the polls was
achieved. but disastrous failure in Office
followed. and the country is still feeling
the effects.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31
Their Infrmity.
From the New York Tribune.


The lack of memory or understanding
which big business men often show on
the witness stand never seems to inter-
fere with their business. They go ahead,
not able to remember thing about what
they are doing from one days end to the
next, OF without taking the trouble to be
really informed about what they are do
ing or why they are doing 1t, and yet
they never make any mistakes. AS Mr..
Rockefeller told Mr.. Untermyer Tues
day, We never get caught" This Gift
for forgetting, or the perfection of sys-
tenn by which the. right thing may infal-
libby be done without the'doer of 1t being
compelled to take cognizance of any facts
that would be of interest to public or pri-
vate investigators, is generally regarded
as a great convenience. But it is worth
while wondering If. after all. it's effect
upon the public mind is advantageous.
The people are amused and entertained
by confessions of slight stupidity on
the part of men universally regarded as
exceptionally keen, but they form their
opinion nevertheless.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31
Coal Advance Inquiry.
From the Philadelphia Press

The arbitrary advance in the price of
domestic coal far and above the larger
cost of mining it by reason of the recent
increase in miners pay is not going to
pass without sharp official challenge.
Representative Difenderfer asks Congress
to direct the Secretary OF Commerce and
Labor through the bureau of labor to
make the necessary investigation. United
States District Attorney Thompson in
this city has already procured through
the Department Of Justice the assignment
of a number of men from the bureau of
investigation for the purpose of making
the necessary inquiry. 1t is likely, there
fore, that the right of the coal companies
to mark up the price of their coal at dis
erection may be defined. limited and re-
stricted. At present the consumers of
domestic sizes of anthracite coal seem to
be wholly dependent on the moderation
of the producers.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31
Diverting Attention.

When Mandy runs fur Office,
III start a campaign cry.
If 1 can't help her to succeed
At least I'm goin' to try.
I'll listen to her speeches,
Observin' her with glee.
A-callin' down the government
Instid O. lecturin' me.
I'll see the people tremble
When she lifts UP her voice,
And as she tells them of their faults
I'll inwardly repoice.
1t sure will be most grateful.
An comfortin' to find
She's got another audience nailed,
When Mandy speaks her mind.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31

Sress win entirely abandon this design.
however 1t may lag in the performance.
Every attractive bridge that is thrown
across the valley renders the adoption of
q reclamation project more urgent. and
the hope is still strong that in a short
time the wisdom Of undertaking the enter
prise so insistently urged for years by
commissions, citizens organizations and
officials completing the short link be-
tween the Potomac and Rock Creek Park
systems will be recognized In terms of a
definite act of condemnation such as that
which the Senate passed in August last,
and which now awaits action by the
House.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31
Expanding Social Centers.
From the Chicago Record Herald.

Now that the use of schools as social
centers has proved thoroughly success
full in Chicago, the committee on social
centers of the board of education has
recommended the substitution of movable
desks and tables for the fixed desks and
seats commonly used by pupils. This
change will make 1t possible to convert
into halls for lectures. games. dances or
other social features. 1t can be so mex
pensively made that the wonder is that it
was not tried long ago. The recommends
ton should be followed not only in Chi
cago, but IN all schools-notably those in
country districts-where social centers
are desirable.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31
How About the Sane Fourth?
from the Omaha Bee.

What progress has been made in the
country for a safe and sane Fourth since
the last Independence day celebration?
Did the American people forget their agi-
tation as soon as they soaked the last
lacerated finger In oil? This is surely
burning question, yet 1t does not seem to
keep ablaze through the long winter
months. 1t shrivels up even before the
end Of July. Right now Is the time the
agitation Ii usually renewed each year.
and 1t Is continued until the Fourth
comes along.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON.
Mistaken Kindness.

"Bliggins is always getting into trouble
through his charitable disposition"
What Is his latest adventure?'
He insisted on stopping one of these
young men who run through the streets
in marathon costume. He wanted to
sympathize with him and give him reg
ular suit Of clothes
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31

UIn order TO avoid delays on account Of
personal absence, letters to THE STAR should
not he addressed to any individual connected
with the office. but simply to THE STAR, OF to
the Editorial or Business Department riding
tenor purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31

There are Maryland farmers who will
net from 5000 to $4,000 apiece from their
strawberry crops this year. And yet
people in search of wealth will persist in
providing around the klondike
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31

ihefe Is no reason for worrying about
the price OF beef for the man who knows
now TO pick mushrooms Carelessness in
TINS matter. however. results in even
more serious anxiety
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31

Discussion of the Titanic disaster now
assumes a practical aspect. The ques-
ton of how it happened, impressive as it
Is. becomes less important than how to
prevent it from happening again.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31
A Prudent Selection.

why did you elect that man president
of your great corporation? He doesn't
know a thing about the actual workings
Of the business
That's just the point replied the
legal expert. He'll be just the man to
stand cross-examination in case of an in
vestigation.''
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31

The sweet girl graduate is permitted to
tell the public what 1t needs without be-
ing suspected of any motives in rounding
up delegates.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31

II London continues to arrest suffra-
gettes 1t may become difficult to distin-
guish between jail and political head
quarters.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31
Inspiration.

Some authors say they dream the
plots Of their stories"
Yes. / can always tell when Pen
wiggle is at work on one of his mystery
terrors by the way he eats Welsh rabbit
and mince pie"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31

When stage folk are left to themselves
to prepare series of frolics the authors
appear as actors and the actors appear as
authors. The spirit of the amateur is
ever persistent.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31

sprung fever may be an excuse for the
ordinary citizen, but the man in politics
Is not permitted TO pleaa it.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31

The Aliens had way of intimidating
judges that gives their effacement the
status OF a great political reform.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31

There is. a certain disposition to be
rather ienient with Mr.. Ismay as a man
who carelessly overlooked fine chance
to be a hero.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31
An Old Complaint.

Again behold the kicker's plight.
He breathes his plaintive song anew
Because the fish won't learn to bite
As freely as mosquitoes do.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31

The railways and hotels are benefited
by the campaign. whichever way the
election goes.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31

III - said that campaigning in New Jer-
Sey mas resulted in giving the mosquitoes
tie treat of their lives
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31

When Theodore Roosevelt came out in
opposition to peace as a permanent in
stitution he meant every word he said
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31

The mutual friend who makes trips be-
tween Beverly and Oyster Bay will not
be in evidence this summer.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31
Patriotic Sacrifice.

Have you made any sacrifices to
demonstrate your Patriotism"
Il have replied the st. Louis man. Il
bet on the home team regularly"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31

Even In time Of peace a soldiers life is
liable to be a succession Of thrilling ex-
periences.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31

Entered as second-class Elail matter at the post
once ut Washington, ID. @.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-31

Payable IN advance-by mail. postage peepaid:
Daily, Sunday included. one month. % cents.
Daily. Sunday excepted. one month. 10 cents.
Saturday Star. 81 year. Sunday Star. 80 year.
Evening journal., 1912-10-24
DELAWARE
RED MEN ON
THE INCREASE
ConlInued From FIrst pnge.

est and truest exemplihcation Of fra
ternity."
Referring 20 the Degree of Poca-
hontas Mr. Jemerteen said:
THE degree of Pocahontas i'm the
hunting grounds Of Wilmington is do
ing fairly well, also some of the1
councils throughout the reservation.
others, however. are I'm weak condi-
tion' and ! would recommend to them
to consolidate wherever possible. This
also applies to some OF the weak
tribes. l am sorry 20 say that in my
opinion the condition of some Of the
tribes and councils is not all that
could be desired and this is due prin-
cipally to inefficient and neglcctful
chiefs, for there is no other reason
why the Improved order of Red Men
should not thrive aud flourish no
matter where their council fire is
lighted in the reservation Of Della
ware.
Although The tribal memberhip re-
port as submitted by Edward McIn-
tire great chief of records. showed
an actual decrease Of log. the report
was encouraing. 1853 members having
been admitted during the year.
Tho report follows.
Receipts-Balance i'm bank from
last great sun. Sl.352.lG: amount re-
turned by Deputy Great Sachem. W.
S. Simpson. S1O12.
Disbursements. Amount turned
over to Red Mems Fraternal Home.
S3.3593l; by checks, S6.4S2.05 ball
ance Si,53iO5.
Tribal Membership-Me Members last
report, 5.692; adopted during great
3 sun. 1853; admitted by card. 25: re-
instated, "A; suspended. 462: with
drawn by card, S; expelled. 4: de-
ceased 54; present membership.
$3.50; decrease during great sun,
! LOG.
Financial:-Amount received for
adoptions, dues and degrees. S37.-
p 227I6; amount received from other
sources, S1S.925.22 amount expen-
= ded for benefits. S1S.920.47: amount
5 expended for funerals. S6.926.S6
n amount expended fof the relief of
$ widows, and education Of orphans
e 1901 30; amount expended for char
b liable purposes. S1.315f :, amount
expended for other purposes. S19.-
! 3O113' amount OF wampum I'm bel
e of tribes, Sl2.S2S22; amount Of wam
: pun invested, S7S,163.64; per capita
i tax paid Great Council Of Delaware
4 S6.1S9O3
4 Degree OF POcahOntaS.
d Observation-Disclosures last report
! 64s; adopted during the great sun
a 80; admitted by card, 6: reinstated
y 4 suspended, "a; deceased. 3; pres
: ent membership, 609; decrease dur
! ing great sun, 40.
Financial.
Amount received for adoptions am,
!, dues, S3.04460; amount receive,
from other sources. S62O.S7; amour
Il expended for benefits s1.227S4
4 amount expended for funerals. S475
amount expended for relief Of widows
d S55. amount expended for charitabl
s purposes, S66.l6: amount expendel
s for other purposes. Sl.296.25. amour
e of wampum 10 bel. of councils. 81.
7f72S. amount OF wampum invested
Evening journal., 1912-10-24
PUBLIC SALE.

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ID UBIIC SALE OF FURNITURE, RUGS
Il and Bedding, sold 20 the account of
whom 20 may concern, viii be sold at
Stidham Sons Auction Store. No. III
East Fourth street, Friday. October 20, at
1 clock, p. M.
Two Chartered Oak Bedroom Suits and
four heavy and beautiful Brass Beds. I Par.
Tor Suit, mahogany frame upholstered in
verona Genuine Leather Turkish Rock
crs, I Davenport, apiece Dresser Chifonior
and Princess In cifcassian walnut I hand
some large Sidcboard Pedestalf Extension
Table. China Closet, Leather Seat Dining
Chairs, Library Table. Felt Mattresses, I
fine assortment Of Pictures. Cook Stove, No
3, high shelf cinderella make) two Roll
Top Desks Mirrors, Hall Rack.
RUGS RUGS.
10 fine Rugs in 9xt2 and s.3x1O.6 Ak.
minister. Wilton. Velvet and Brussels. StaiI
and Hall Carpets. 20 pair Of wooden
Blankets. fancy borders. Comforts, Bed
Spreads. Sheets, Towels Poriieres. one set Of
Dishes 100 pieces. Table Linen and Nap
kins etc. etc
These goods are all first class and must
be sold for the high bid. Goods cannot be
seen until day OF sale.
o21.22.2l. STlDHAM & son. Auctioneers
Evening journal., 1912-10-24

S4,259.97; per capita paid great coun-
Gil of Delaware. S401.S6.
Harry A. Dempsey great keeper
of wampum. confirmed Mr. Mclntyre's
financial report
Then followed "long talks" by
Frank l.. Hudson, f. NJ Smith. j. S.
Cobb. S J. Furniss, William NJ Grace,
Harry Johnson and j w Johnson,
deputy great sachem.
w. 7. Toppan. great senior saga
more also reported his work and
was followed by Charles Mcmtre,
William H. Ferguson. Harry r. Sin
clair and Harry NJ Vickers. repre-
sentatives TO the Great Council of the
United States which met at Charles
ton, S. c. Their report showed $751;
041.01 in the general fund Of the
Great Council, S3364S.72 i'm the or
phans fund and S2.53S.19 In the or
phans endowment fund. The total
resources were reported to be S57,.
5iS.47. The total Rodmanship mem
bership was reported TO be sos, IT'S
being a not increase of 3,159
Evening journal., 1912-10-24
HAIR DRESSING

NJ ISS FRANCES MUIHERfN, FOR,
vi merly at s23 Market street, has re-
moved 20 s26 Market street. Shampooiug.
scalp treatment, facial massage, efectrical
treatment manieuring; full line Of switches
and transfa rmations. also combings neatly
made up. D. & A. phone 5s56A. m16-ly
Evening journal., 1912-10-24

Wy ANTED-MOUIDE AND APPkEN-
w ficos Steady work. highesi Mnees.
Gard shop Apply or write Bull MaileApio
company, Foot Of Adair street. Detio"
Mich
TRsT GLASS HAND CoMPosIrok
L wanted AZ the Star Printing COMPANY
so. 300 shiplcy 81 "-o -'
Nrr-ANTFD- ABOUT 16 YEARS, TO
w work IN meat store. Apply >. w Soi'
Twelfth and ratnail SITS "-'"
w ANTED- HONEST MEN TO SELL
w nursery stock experience unneces
sarv. salary cor commission weekly. IA
dress Mniburu Advertising agency, Millearn'
n. D. ole'-''-'
TTorsE PAINTERS WANTED 40. aos
II West Fourth So. o-i-"
w ANTED-ROYs TO LEARN PLUMB
w ing business. Gawihrop Brother
co. 80 lut West Fourth g. o2i-5t
w ANTED- DAIRYMAN. MUST UN.
w derstnnd feeding and Doe good dry
milkor. state age, 10 married. numhor Of
children. also references. Apply Brooddale
Farm, Greenvilloi Del olfl9. .222i
Evening journal., 1912-10-24
FOX SALE OR RENT.

NEW HOUSES, NOS. 1901 TO 1911 AND
IN 1897 Oak street. Paperod to suit; heat
and all conveniepces. Built by John r.
necessary. a16-tf.
Evening journal., 1912-10-24
MAGAzINE sURscRIpTIoNs.

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A T'rENTION--Why PAY $3.50 FOR
n Saturday Evening Post III send it a
wear for $3.50. You save Sl1O. l.. W.
Prettyman. the shut-in Magazine man. No.
roo West Eighth street, Wilmington, Del.
Phone. i7B4A. o9w,t-lm.
Evening journal., 1912-10-24
HOUSEHOLD GOODS

DIG BARGAINS IN SECOND HAND
ID furniture. We also buy household goods
of every description. n Levin. No. 22S
King street ID. & A. phone 5967X Open
evenings. Ob-lm
NNT y WANT YOUR SECOND HAND FUR
w niture Highest cash prices paid
Also new and second hand furniture for
sale Dugan. No. 2i7 East Ninth street
Phone 8ii5A. s2i.t
DERGER PAYs MORE THAN OTHER
- dealers for your ONCE furniture and
household goods. You losing money II
You don't sell 10 him A postal will bring
our buyer there with the ready cash. Berger,
3rd Shipley d. A A. phcno 5li3-A. ml5-tf
Evening journal., 1912-10-24
yICTOR-yICTROLAs.

Complete limo Of Victor vic,rolas.
records and supplies. Terms 10 suit your
purse. Phone, 4s6A. GEWEHR & EDEL.
BROCK, No. 216 W. Ninth st. o3.in.
Evening journal., 1912-10-24
SANITARY WORKERS

NJ X. KELTER.
INl SANITARY, ODORLEsS EXCAvATING
once s. W. Cor. Fourth and West strestL
Evening journal., 1912-10-24
HELP wANTED-MALE.

IN ADVERTISEMENT IN THE
a EVENING JOURNAL is AN
ADVERTISEMENT IN H.
HOME. THE EVENING JOlkNas
is READ IN MokE hy4f, hymE E9
OFT'A WARE NEWSPAPER,
Evening journal., 1912-10-24
ROOFERS.
VACUUM CLEANER

JoHHNsoN. THE VACUUM 0IExNfn
"A man. Premier Electric Sweeper. $50
Homes cleaned Upholstered Furniture
specially. ID. e A. phone, 35S5D. No. 4O3
West Sixth street. sis-2m.
Evening journal., 1912-10-24
PLUMBERS.


ID AlPH ,. FIDANCE
IL Plumbing and Heating Moderate
prices. Calls attended TO az once. No. 1902
West Sixth street. d. & A. Phone i54i.D.
Delmarvia. 1855. nI7-V.
Evening journal., 1912-10-24
HEIP WANTED.

Nj EN- AND WOMEN FOR GOVERNMENT
Nl positions $50 week Write for list
OF nostions open Franklin Institute. Dept
do.T. Rochester n Y. oT-1m.
II WS AND GIRLS WANTED AT THE
ID Iute Works IA years old aud upward.
steady work Apply Wilmington Mills over
ilth St Bridge mi8f
Evening journal., 1912-10-24
BUSINESS NOTICE

n ADVERTISEMENT IN The
"A EVENING JOURNAL rs AN
ADV DNEkIISEMENT IN THE
itVM y; THE EVENING JOURNAL
is READ IN MORE HOMES
EVERY DAY THAN ANY OTHER
ID Z L A WARE NEWSPAPER.
Evening journal., 1912-10-24
MUSICAL.
NOTICES

>----~e---~~es-e-~~---
A IL MEMBERS OF WENONAH LODGE.
n no. @, Shield Of Honor. are requested 20
De present .un Saturday evening, October 26
1872. Omcial visit of the Grand Master.
a. s. JOHNSTON
o21 q. Recording Secretary.