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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03
the altar for help. Meetings, at and
7.30 P. NJ, today.
Mrs. Hollis r. Randall.

The death of Catherine NJ, wife of
the late Hollis r. Randall, died at her
home, No. 80 Oak street, at $50 A. NJ,
Tuesday Mrs. Randall was the daugh-
ter of Isaac A. and Elizabeth Law
renee Harmon, and was born in Sid
ney, Aug. 16, 1S4S She was married at
North Vassalboro, July 4, 1867, to Hol-
in April, 1907. Mrs. Randall is survived
by half-sister, Mrs. Eliza P. Hatch
Of Los Angeles, Cal, half-brother, j.
Frank Hammond of Mt. Vernon, and
a nephew and niece by marriage. Bin
w. Page and Mrs. Edna Page Smith,
both Of Skowhegan.
Mrs Randall was a sister-in Flaw to
the late Edward T. Page of SSkowhe-
gan, at whose home she had been a
frequent visitor. where she made the
acquaintance of many Skowhegan peo-
pie who will be saddened to learn of
her death. She was woman with an
unusually broad mind, very charitable
and kind of heart. Many poor people
have had their burdens 1ightened by
words of courage and often times with
substantial aid. All who claimed her
friendship or sought her assistance
were sure of a sincere welcome in her
home.
Funeral services will be held, at
p. NJ, Thursday, at her late residence,
No. 80 Oak street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03
Protests Squirrel Slaughter.

A West Windsor friend of the gray
squirrel is highly indignant over the
violations of the law by hunters IN his
vicinity He says these pretty, little
animals, tame enough to come into ms
doorward, are ruthlessly slaughtered
by would-be nimrods, and he wishes
attention called TO the law as publish
ed in the recent revision. 1t is as fol-
lows:
Section 80. There shall be an annual
closed season on gray squirrels, during
which closed season it shall be unlaW-
full to shoot at, KILL or have them in pos
session except alive, from the first day
of November of each year until the 3lst
day of August of the following year, both
days inclusive.
Provided, however, that there shall be
a perpetual closed season on gray SOUR
rels within all public or private parks
and within the limits of the compact or
built-up portion of any city or village.
Whoever shall shoot at or kill or have
in possession any gray squirrel in viola
ton of any of the provisions of this sec
ton shall pay a fine of not more than
five dollars and costs for each offense.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03
EAST vASSALBORO.
Mary C. Holder.

Mary E. Holder of East Vassalboro
died, Tuesday evening, at the home of
her son, ]. Frank Washburn, aged "a
years. She is survived by a husband, one
son. and two grandchildren, Mrs. Alice
w. Rose of New Rochelle, N. Y, and
Mrs Nettie G. Butler Of Roxbury,
Mass; also two great-grandsons, and a
brother, John A. Grant of North Vassal-
boro. Funeral services will be held at
p. NJ, Saturday, from the Friends
church, Rev. Elan Henderson off1ciat-
ing Prayer will be offered at the home
at 1 P. NJ, and relatives are requested
to be present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03
Monday Night, Causes Loss
OF About $4,000.
Stiffness Of Night Proves Sal
WALTON TO 1.-THE Forks"
Harold Pease Arouses People Of
Settlement by Firing Shotgun.

Because of the lucky circumstance
that there was no wind at the time
OF the Manchester fire, Monday night,
the damage done by the blaze was
confined TO the two barns owned by
Fred III. Gilman and Henry f. Cum
mings, and their contents, after the
destruction of which the fire died out
of itself. because of lack of material
upon which to feed. Had there been
wind from the north or west, it is
probable that the little settlement
known as Manchester Forks, or the
greater part of it, would have been
wiped out. 1t was due to the still
ness of the air that the hotel, now
owned and occupied by Fred Fales,
and which was formerly connected
with the Gilman barn, was saved, al
SO the blacksmith shop of John Bal
lard. nearby.
The loss resulting from the fire is
approximately $1,000, with but partial
insurance. The loss on the Gilman
barn with it's contents which inelud-
ed an automobile, is estimated to De
about $780, with insurance of $500 in
the c. E. Downing agency of Au-
gusta.
The F. II. Cummings barn contain
ed IS tons of hay, also farming tools,
and horse owned by Jefferson Dud-
ley of Manchester, and everything
was destroyed. The loss Is about $1,000,
and while Mr.. Cummings was not GER
tain. Tuesday afternoon, it is probable
that the property was partially in
sured
The mystery of the explosion which
awakened A. NJ. Bowman at the time
of the fire was solved, Tuesday, when
it was learned that the noise heard
by him was the report of a shotgun
fired by Harold F. Pease. who lives
near the scene of the fire. He was
one of the first who was awakened
by the fire, and seeing the blaze so
near at hand, raised the window Of
his sleeping room and discharged the
gun as means of giving the alarm
to the other people of the neighbor-
hood.
A call was sent to the Augusta fire
department for assistance. and Chief
Engineer Buckley, feeling that 1t
would be useless to take the appara-
tus to the scene, made a determined
but futile effort to secure an auto
mobile, in order that he might fill the
car with chemicals and men, and
make the trip to Manchester in that
way.
During the progress of the fire, the
telephone service went out of COM
mission, at about 1.So Tuesday morn
ing, and the cause of this was found,
later in the day. to have been due to
the burning off Of the top of one of
the poles which carry the telephone
wires. The Telephone Co had crew
of men at work, Tuesday afternoon.
setting new pole to take the place
of the damaged one. and stringing the
wires.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03
THE GOSPEL MISSION.
Two More Interesting Sermons by
Evangelist Rev. L. N. Fogg.

Evangelist Rev. L. n. Fogg preach
ed twice at the Mission, Tuesday. The
afternoon service opened by a solo
from Brother Fogg, "One Day" All
enjoyed it. The reading was from III
Timothy, ii:13-14, IF we believe not.
yet he abideth faithful; he cannot deny
himself. Charging then before the
Lord that they strive not about words
to no profit, but to subverting of the
hearers"
One man may have the failure OF
Sabbath breaking, another of getting
angry and cursing God. Some one else
something differently is his failure.
Friends. remember this, Heaven is
quarantined against all sin! Any one
having a doctrine that permits or al
lows one little sin is wrong. If men
spent as much time trying to avoid a
separation in the church, and to love
one another as they do to make dl-
vision, things would run good on all
lines. The atonement covers all sin.
Praise God.
In the evening the sermon was from
Eccle. II, 13 and IA: Let us hear the
conclusion of the whole matter: Fear
God and keep His commandments; for
this is the whole duty of man. For
God shall bring every work into judg-
ment with every secret thing, whether
it be good or whether it be evil" Sol
oman was q man. Yes, he was king
He just went into the world to fill
up on its pleasure and its mirth. He
went further than many for he had
money to help him on. Many OF US
with. Then he tested the wine cup;
and drank of it's bitter cup. Finally
he went into business. He purchased
cattle; he had the finest the world
produces. He tried the horse business
and the money business to the depths
of much wealth. Lastly, he sought en-
tertainment. This age has that splr-
it. The scent show reveals this fact
to us here now. When the boys ana
the girls rob their own parents OF
money to just go is enough TO make
us feel we better let it alone. we
know that about nine-tenths OF the
church are going, but it will never sat
isfy. After all these experiences Col
ONION says Fear God and keep his
commandments. Friends, the conclu-
sion this wise man came to Will be well
for us to observe and do. God help
you to do it. There We're three az
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

A Rockland building firm, Monday,
closed a contract with A. ]. Drexel
Paul of Philadelphia for the erection
at Dark Harbor, Islesboro, of sum-
mer cottage costing $4,000. 1t will be
a two-story building Of the Dutch
Colonial type, containing 20 rooms
and surrounded by broad verandas. 1t
is to be ready for occupancy, June Is,
1914 Blasting operations for sewers,
etc., will cost $4,000 additional. One
large ledge will be removed to make
room for a magnificent flower garden.
The same firm also contracted, Mon
day. to build a cottage at Dark Har-
Dor for Frederick r. Kellogg OF New
York This will contain ~ rooms and
will cost $4,000.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03
AVOID CATARRH.
Breathe Hyomei--It Medicates the Air
You Breathe and Instantly Relieves.

Why continue to suffer from ca
tarrh, stopped up head, husky voice,
and other troubles of the breathing or
gans, when there is an absolutely GER
tain, scientific remedy at hand.
Hyomei is the remedy. 1t is a plea
SAINT, harmless and antiseptic medica-
ton which you breathe through
small inhaler. Breathing a few times
daily through the inhaler charges the
air with this germ-killing antiseptic.
Catarrhal discharges, sniffles, foul
of crusts in the nose are promptly re-
neved by this medicated air.
1t is guaranteed by Bowditch &
Webster Co. to do il, or money back.
A complete Hyomei outfit, consist
ing of strong, hard rubber pocket in
haler and a bottle of Hyomei costs
only s1.00, and extra bottles, if after
wards needed, are only so cents each.'
Druggists everywhere sell Hyomei.
Use Hyomei for bronchitis, coughs
and cold in the head, husky voice,
Group of infants, and any infamma-
tory disease of the breathing organs.
Write Booths Hyomei Co. Buffalo,
n. Y. for free sample or special adj
vice on the use of Hyomei. They
employ regular physician whose
services are absolutely free to catarrh
sufferers,
Sold and guaranteed in Gardiner by
Jackson RrOs-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03
DaiIy kennebee Journal
Telephone 1876

Cards of thanks, obituary notices, res
olutions of respect, etc, will be
charged at the rate of ten cents per
line. No charge less than rs cents.
All advertising announcements of en-
tertainments whose object is the
raising of money will be charged at
the rate of fifteen cents line.
notices, news form, VIII be
excluded from our local columns
except such as refer to advertisers
occupying space in our advertising
columns and will be run under
separate head on one Of the local
pages.
who fail to receive the
Journal promptly will confer a favor
by notifying the office Immediately.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

Calais will once more have dollar
gas, and a considerable furry, with
much indignant protest, has subslded.
A short time ago the Calais Gasllght
Co. announced that beginning, Nov. l,
the price of gas would be advanced
to 50. A committee of the Calais
Board of Trade was appointed to con-
fer with the management of the gas
company and it is announced that the
old rate will be re-established.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

Deputy Sheriff Pomerleau made
Webb law seizure, Tuesday forenoon,
at the Maine Central freight house,
of a barrel containing ten dozen bot
ties of ale, consigned to G. w. Bige-
low. The liquor was hbelled and with
its container committed to the store
room at the jail.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

Raspberries, Mayfiowers, dande-
lions, and other small fruits and
flowers of the spring and summer
time, which came to maturity be-
cause of the long continued mildness
of the late fall weather, have been
mentioned in the press Of the state,
but the latest out-of-season visl-
tants to be reported are earthworms.
commonly known as "angleworms.
Although there is snow upon the
ground in places, and ice in the gut
tiers, one of these worms was no.
ticed, late Monday evening, crawling
across the sidewalk on Court hill, ana
several were noticed, Tuesday morn
ing, on Winthrop hill sidewalk. An
gleworms are often seen on the SIDE
walks after a summer rain, but when
they journey out like that in Decem-
her. II is lust a trifle out of the or
n
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

The regular meeting of the w. c. 7.
L. will be held, at 2.30 this (Wednes-
day) afternoon, at the rooms on Water
street. All the members of the COM
mittee on the Children's Christmas are
urged to be present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

dec3dtf
Huyler's famous chocolates, bon
bons, the acknowledged standard by
which all others are judged. All the
specialties in sc. 10c, 15c and 25c pack
ages. Also Daggett's Boston choco-
lates. delicious in flavor. DeXine &
Chadbourne, druggists. decSeodtf
Miss Harvey will give private in
structions in social dancing, including
the new dances, at the New Augusta.
House. on Mondays of each week. APP
pointments in advance. dec3-6
Mrs. Marguerite Todd will give a
benefit circle at the residence of Mr.. Fl.
NJ. Coleman, 80 Patterson St, this
"wednesday evening. Public invited.
dec3d1t
Call up Mrs. Ernest Hall, No. 341W,
and order a steam fruit pudding in
three sizes, also a cake or half-loaf,
delivered for five and 10 cents addi-
tional.-Adv. dec2d2t
The Murray Alliance will hold their
annual Holiday sale in the UNIVERSAL
list vestry, ON Wednesday and Thurs
day, Dec. and A. All kinds of en-
broidered articles, aprons, underwear,
handkerchiefs, neckwear, stationery,
gifts for boys and girls, home made
cooking and candy will be on sale. On
Wednesday evening, miscellaneous
entertainment will be given, including
many interesting features. Admission
10c. On Thursday evening, the laugh
able play, 1.-THE Suffragettes' Conven-
ton" will be presented. Admission
15c. dec2d2t
| Miss Lottie Stafford, III State street,
will commence her Christmas sale,
Dec. /. dec1dtf
| Remnant store-Opera House block
Up one flight. Bargains in crash,
outing. percale, etc, ladies and chill
| drens hosiery. Bundle goods for shirt
waists and children's dresses spe~
cialty. dec2d3t
Miss Lottie Stafford will commence
her Christmas sale, Dec. /.
| decldtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

At the sale at the Congregational
chapel, Thursday afternoon, an unusu-
al variety of articles for Christmas
gifts can be secured at moderate prices.
A choice collection of baskets will be
offered which will include baskets from
Nassau, Alaska and Deerfield, Mass,
also home made baskets of unusual
designs. A 25 cent table will be fea-
ture Of the sale. Sale opens at three
o'clock-Ady.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

Mrs. Verona Kicker and Mrs. Justin
Cormier of Waterville, Mrs. Clara
York of Brooks and Miss Myra Heath
of Gardiner were admitted, Tuesday,
to the Augusta General hospital, and
all underwent surgical treatment.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

The quarterly meeting of the Maine
Nurses Association, which was to-
have been held, Thursday afternoon,
Dec. 4. at the Haynes Home for
Nurses connected with the Augusta
General hospital has been postponed
to Thursday afternoon, Dec. IL.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

D. w. Adams Co. are strong in
their blanket department. The variety
of blankets are extensive and the
quality" will satisfy the very rich and
those of moderate means. Well to con-
slider them when shopping for winter
essentials.-AdV.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

At $50 o'clock, this evening, a de-
licious supper will be served at the
Unitarian church parlors to which the
public is cordially invited. The menu
consists of chicken salad, cold ham,
hot rolls, cranberry jelly, olives,
pickles, coffee and cake. Admission 80
cents.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03
This Mans
g | G O q
Was purified and perfect health
restored by that wonderful blood
purifying and health giving medi-
cine, HOODS SARSAPARiLLA.

Mr.. w. A. Caldwell. Of Litchfield,
Conn.,, writes that he had "boils
plenty and then some; one large
carbuncle that would show 10 places
of discharge; salt rheum on both
forearms, which were literally scab
from scratching and with a fiery
itching sensation. He says he took
a "six-bottle course of Hoods Sarsa-
parilla," since which he has not had
a single boil, nor eruption on his
arms. He says: "You can use this If
you wish-it is true"
If you suffer in any way from i'm
pure blood, boils or humors, do as
Mr.. Caldwell did-tske Hoods
sarsapariIa. If you write him for
further particulars of his case be
sure to enclose stamp for reply.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

Friends of Mrs. Arthur Brookings
of Randolph will be pleased to hear
that she has so far recovered, after
an illness of eight months, as to be
able to pass a few weeks with her
parents, Mr. and Mrs. j. NJ. White,
Capitol street
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

Mrs. Euphemia G. White. wife of Rev.
Il. Jerome White, died at Wakefield, r.
l., Nov 26. Burial in Providence, r. l.,
tho following Saturday. Age 10. Mr.
White was pastor of the Baptist church
in Augusta, 1SS5-1SSS. Husband and
three children servive: a. Fred OF
Wakefield David M, editor of the
Democrat, Lancaster, n. H, and Gin
ton C.. secretary of the Puritan Lie
Insurance Co., of Providence, R. I.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

The remains of the late Stephen
Pullen. who died, Nov. 2S, at the Ma
tionaI Home at Togus, at the age of
70 years, were taken, on Train No. 8,
at 1909 Tuesday noon, to Houlton for
burial.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

The steamer City of Augusta made
her last trip of the season, Tuesday
afternoon, leaving Augusta shortly
after 2 o'clock, and giving her fare
well salute as she passed down river
on her way to Bath. She did not ar
rive at Augusta until after l.3O, ana
brought a good freight.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03
Early Christmas

Early Christmas buying insures
THOUGHTFUL selections. Last minute buy
ing results in depletion purchases and
haphazard selections. Visit the dealer,
who is advertising early. His stock
will be brightest and his clerks VIII
have plenty of time to show you every
thing
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

The r. w. Soule Emporium is pre-
pared for a good Christmas business
Their stock of useful, desirable, SEN
sible, practical gifts is quite COM
plete, and should appeal to those want
ing gifts that are an everyday re-
membrance. Note their advertisement
in This issue-AdV.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

The Never Challenge bowling team
of Augusta will go to Winthrop,
Thursday evening. where they will
meet the Charles Towle bowling team.
The members of the Augusta team are
c. +. Bilodeau, Charles Mcnamara,
Charles Wallace, Joseph Cousier and
Dominique Matthew.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

Reminding you that beautiful Christ
mas gifts in Diamonds and Jewelry can
be purchased on their special credlt
plan. It. T. and W. t. Noble, jewelers.
opposite Cony House, call attention to
their advertisement on front page
Adv
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

Mr.. and Mrs. John Halden, who had
been the Thanksgiving guests of their
daughter, Mrs. Sarah Hayden, ma
iron of the Augusta General hospital,
left, Monday afternoon, for their
home in Hyde Park, Mass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

H. G. Staples Auxiliary, No. Is, will
nominate and elect officers at its reg
ular meeting, Thursday evening. Dec.
4. All members are requested to be
present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03
A GREAT TONIC.

You will get real benefit from
course of treatment with DR.. Williams
Pink Pills for Pale People. These
pills are not merely a stimulant, Civ
Ing temporary relief; they build up
The body anew by making rich, red
blood which gives color to the cheeks
and lips and brightness to tired eyes.
Sleep is once more refreshing and the
step becomes lighter as strength and
energy return.
: The tonic effect of DIR. Williams
Pink Pills enables the system to re-
cover from many ordinary diseases of
the blood and relieves such as an
aemia, chlorosis, rheumatism, nervous
ness, stomach trouble, sick headache
and ST. Vitus' dance.
DR.. williams Pink Pills are sold by
all druggists. Get a soc. box today
Adv
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

Mr.. and Mrs. Walter c. Packard of
Chester, Mass, are the guests of Mr..
and Mrs. Elmer E. Parkman, 80 Green
street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03
Wednesday, December 8, 1918.
LOCAL BRIEFS

Miss Mary McManers of Waltham,
Mass, is visiting at Mr.. and Mrs.
Charles II. Marston, East Augusta, on
the Marston road.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

George Howard of Dover was IN
town, Tuesday, the guest of his son,
Lester ON Sewall street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

The monthly conference meeting OF
the Free Baptist church, will be heid'
Wednesday evening, at 7.3o in the
yeStrV.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

Frederick H. Owen, Jr., left. Tues
day morning, for a visit of a week
in Boston and vicinity.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03
LOCAL NOTICE.

Through the remainder of the win
ter DIR. l.. j. Croker will be in his Of
fee every day, from 1880 to $50 p. M.
dec3dtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

Miss Lottie Stafford will commence
her Christmas sale, Dec. /.
decldtf =.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-12-03

Miss Harvey will give private in
structions in social dancing, including
the new dances at the New Augusta
House, on Mondays of each week. APP
in advance. dec3-6
Baraboo weekly news. [volume] (Baraboo, Wis.) 1912-197?, 1913-11-06

two at the moment he entered door
one; and alert to this possibility, he
fastened back into the hall to look
for her. But she was nowhere visible,
nor had she been observed leaving
the building by the man stationed at
entrance A. But there was another
exit, that of B. Had she gone out
that way?' Mr.. Ransom had taken
pains to inquire and had been assured
by the man in charge that no lady had
left by that door during the last ten
minutes. This he had insisted on,
and when Mr.. Loomis and the detec-
tive came in their turn to question
him on this point he insisted on it
again. The mystery seemed COM
plete,-at least to the manager. But
the detective was not quite satisfied.
He asked the man if at any time that
disappearance, he had swung the door
open for lady who walked lame.
The answer was decisive. Eyes: one
who walked as if her shoes were
tight"
"When?"
ooh little while after the gentle
man asked. his questions"
"Was she dressed in browne"
That he didn't know. He didn't
look at ladies' dresses unless they
were something special.
"But she walked lame and she
came from Room 80"
Yes. He remembered that much.
Gerridge, with a nod to the man.
ager, stepped into the open compart-
ment of the whirling door. I'm off,"
said he. Expect to hear from me
in two hours"
At twenty minutes to ten Mr. Ran
som was called up on the telephone.
zone question, Mr. Ransom"
Hello, who are you?"
"Gerridge."
"All right, go ahead"