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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13
.ELKs OPEN THE SEASON
Social Last Night Attended by Sere-
raj Hundred of The Order and
Their Guests.

The winter season was opened last
night by Alexandria Lodge Of Elks
with Il big social session which was
attended by several hundred members
of the order and their guests. At the
meeting of the lodge previous to the
session large amount of business
was transacted including the voting
on number of amendments to the
constitution of the grand lodge. One
Of these amendments provide for the
institution Of subordinate lodges IN
cities with a population of 5000
white residents instead of 10000 res
dents as now restricted.
A letter was read from Raymond
Benjamin grand exalted ruler, an
nouncing his appointments for the
year. OF interest to Virgin!ans was
the naming of Hon. John Draper, of
Pulaski, Virginia, as district deputy
grand eXaulted ruler for the western
district of Virginia, vino succeeds
ROBBERS S. Barrett, Of this city.
James w. Bales, past exalted ruler
was presented with gold card case
The presentation speech was made by
Robert S. Barrett and Mr.. Bales
made response.
Exated Ruler George r. Cation an
aounced the appointment Of Berton
y. Renty, as inner guard and James
3. Martin, as chairman Of the memo
rial committee.
During the evening speeches were
made by Dr.. Longfelow, district de-
putty grand exalted ruler OF Ohio
Representative Charles c. Carlin,
Judge Louis G. Barley, Hon Robinson
Moncure, Mayor Thomas 4. Fisher
and John J. German exalted ruler
Of Washington Lodge.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13
SAYS kAISER IS BEAMlNG.
Certain of Victory and Talks OF
Changing Map. London Hears.

London. Oct. ia dispatch from
Rome 10 the Daily News says:
The famous Berlin painter, Eoii-
bchr. who has just seen the Kaiser
saws his Imperial Majesty is III the
highest spirits. His pride in his val
orous army is so great that it shin
es through his eyes, which are phos,
phorescent with happiness.
The Mayor of Weimer says that
the Kaiser addressing his troops said
My boys. the leaves are ialling
but we shall all return 10 our beloy
ed homes l.
"Both the Kaiser and the German
Chancellor, who is accompanying hin
ii the front are certain OF victory
They spoke about changing the MAJ
Of Europe after the war.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13
,Kaiser's Army Now Within
Less than Thirty Miles
of North Sea.
OsTEND IS OBJECTIVE.
Capture of Place Vital Blow to Eng
land-Would Form Base for OPP
Grafton of Zeppelins.

London, Oct 13-With Ghent ir
the hands of the Germans and The
advance guard OF the kaiscr's army
l"ss than thirty miles fro !! the North
."a, Ostend becomes tie ENTER "t
interest On it's fate r!av hans Lhs
f,.tr Of England.
Already the lines are gathering
for a general engagement along tic
River Lys and the allies are hurline
great masses Of troops in front Of the
German armies in an endeavor t.
check their victorious sweep down
the valley OF the Scheldt from Ant
werp to the coast.
One German division is reported
attempting an encircling movement
toward Ostend along the coast. \
second great movement Of German
troops from Lille toward '>oartrai,
thirty miles southeast of Osrcna. is
in progress.
extreme left Of the allies, and tho
fighting is described as the most des-
perate since the beginning OF the wal
1t is known that preparations al
ready are being made for a last stand
at Ostend under the guns Of the Brit
ish and French fleets in the event OF
the Anglo-French forces being defeat
ed between Ostend and Ghent. Unor
fetal reports are that naval guns are
being landed, and that French and
British marines will assist in defend
ing the city.
The capture OF Ostend would be
vital blow at England. Besides fur
nishing 4 base for aeroplaue and
Zeppelin raids across the channel, il
is pointed out by military critics that
flotillas Of submarines and torpedo
boats operating from Ostend might
be a serious menace to British nava!
supremacy on which the very exist.
ence of England depends.
A German flag flies over$the town
halyl at Client. Uhlans have arrived
at Selzaete.t a village near Ghent.
Ghent appalently was 'undefended.
Several times previously German
troops passed through the city.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13
CITY COUNCIL TONIGHT
First Regular Meeting of Two Boards
Since June 23rd Will be Held
at 7:30 O'clock.

The first regular meeting Of the
new City Council will take place to-
night. There was called meeting of
the Board of Alderman at noon on
August 20 for. the purpose of con-
curing in the action of the lower
board which had passed ordinances
providing for modern roadways and
sidewalks on Lee street from King to
Queen. The new Council organized on
September 1st, at which time the two
boards adjourned to meet again Sep
tember 8.
A number of matters of a mis-
cellaneous nature were referred to
committees at that meeting. The
most important subject which is
likely to be presented tonight will be
the report Of the special committee
on the condition of Alexandria's
water supply. A conference between
the health committee and the direc-
tors of tn Alexandria Water Com
pany was held last week. All the
papers which had been received from
the State Board of Health by the au-
thorities were turned over to the dir
ectors Of the Water Company at that
time they signifying their purpose
to make report to the committee
as soon as practicable.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13
HUNGARY INVADED. PETRO
GRAD REPORT
I'ET'RO-

Russian cavalry has "crossed the
Carpathian mountains in several
places and invaded the Hungarian
plains" The Petrograd foreign office
ccabled Col. Colejewski, military at
tlche of the Russian embassy today.
"On October II, the dispatch stat
ed. "on the left bank of the Vistula
river battle began on roads lead
ing to Trangorod and Warsaw.
"The rest of the situation is un-
changed. Our cavalry has crossed the
Carpathian mountains in several
places and invaded the Hungarian
plains"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13

OPENING OF BAZAAR.
Gala Time in Observation-Disclosures
ing Music-Large Crowds Present
Last Night in Richmond Theatre.

Fair weather and cool evening
brought together nearly 1900 mem
bers and their friends from this city,
New York. Wilmington, and Balti'
more last night to mark the opening
Of the bazaar Of the Loya! Order OF
Moose to raise funds for the new
Moose home contemplated for TINS
city.
Dr.. f. 4. German, chairman OF
the opening festivities. introduced
Henry X. Field, president of the
Board of Aldermen, who in Jew
we'll chosen words extended the
greetings of the city to the visitors.
Hon. William F. Broening, States
Attorney of Baltimore, member Of
the Supreme Council of the order,
CONGRATULATED the local lodge on the
success of the opening night, eXenl-
piled to the gathering the principles
of Purity, Aid and Progress, and
closed his remarks by pledging his
support to the undertaking contem-
plated by Alexandria Lodge.
Hon. C.. c.. Carlin. and Hon. NJ. J.
Gill were present. The Vice Presl-
dent sent a letter of regret OH ac-
count of continued session of Con-
rress he was unable to attend. Hon.
J. Charles Linthicum, Hon. W. n.
, Carr. and Hon. a. J. Barchfield,
also sent regret due to the congress
5:Gaal campaigns which are going on
IN Maryland and Pennsylvania.
Music last night was furnished by
; The Holy Name Band which was
highly appreciated.
The arrangement Of the scenic
work already described in yester-
days paper. was all that the human
nand could design. and the costumes
Of the ladies were strikingly beauti-
| ful.
The ladies in charge of the respec
tive booths, with the young ladies
assisting. are bending every effort to
make the occasion Il pleasant one tc
De lasting in the minds Of Of all who
attend. The members committee
we're being looking after al and tho
special events committee announce in
the advertisement some thing new
I Zach night. Mr.. and Mrs. How and
Leslie Holt. Salona dansante, will
give exhibitions of dancing on We'd
nesday evening, and offer some thing
lew in dancing which has never
been seen before in Alexandria. This
alone will serve as an attraction sec
ond to none south Of New York City
and all who can should take advan-
tage Of the opportunity Of seeing
them.
The Indian Guard Band are ex-
pected on Wednesday evening. The
Bancroft Country Band will furnish
the music for tonight before the or
chestra Begins. Martha Chapter
quartettc will be the star attraction
! this evening.
Columbia Lodge, No. 126, of Wash
ington. will attend in a body tonight.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13
BLOW AIMED At ENGLAND.
Earl Curzun Says Antwerp VIII BE
Base for Attack.

London. oct l:;-Earl CUrzOn. ri
Kcdlcston, formerly Ticcroy Of In.
dia. in a speech at a war meeting
at Harrow School last night sai;l
the taking OF Antwerp was a dclih.
crate part of the German plan.
Germany has taken Antwerp to
fortify it. 10 keep it, TO make a grea,
naval port Of ii. to use it as a grea;
jumping off place for her future al
tempts upon this country. 1t is no
temporary occupation, unless we
make it So
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13
SPECIAL MASONIC NOTICE.

At the stated communication Of
Andrew Jackson Lodge No. 12O, to
be held in the Masonic Temple Thurs
day. October 18th, at 7:30 p. M, the
officers of Alexandria Washington
Lodge No. %, will confer the Master
Mason Degree. A full attendance Of
Master Masons is desired.
Bv Order of the Worshipful Master,
JAMES E. ALEXANDER, Secty.
ANDREW JACKSON LODGE. 1926.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13
DISTRESS IN CITY
Of BRUSSELS
Situation Declared to be
Growing More Desperate
Every Day.
IN IMMEDIATE NEED
Thousand of People Facing Starva-
tion-Quarter of a Million Persons
Are Receiving Rations.

London, Oct. 13.-Unable to pro-
cure from Washington permission Tor
the shipment Of food to Brussels,
where the situation is growing des-
perate. through American deploma-
tic establishments, thus guaranteeing
against seizure by the German mill
tarv. Millard X. Shaler, an American
sent to London by a committee head
ed by American Minister Brant
Whitlock to purchase cereals, talked
today about the urgency of immedl-
ate action. He said:
Three weeks ago left Brussels
with a credit of s1.100,000 for pur-
pose of purchasing foodstuff for the
needy of Brussels. The situation was
then serious; since then it has grown
positively desperate.
Immediately after my arrival in
London | arranged for the purchase
and transport of provisions, but am
still awaiting authorization to make
The shipments.
The British government will per
nit expectation to Holland and the
Dutch government in turn has pro-
missed permit for expectation to
Brussels. but we are held up by that
lack of authorization from Washing
ton to make the shipments IN the
name of the American ambassador 70
the American ministe- to Brussels.
This latter authorization J. required
by the British government. which de-
sircs guarantee that the food wont
he diverted to German military uses.
at is no cxagaeration to say that
thousands Of lives actually depend on
immediate action. ! have personally
received and have seen reports re
ceived By others that the situation III
Brussels regarding food is positively
dangerous. II is not only the feed
inc of a certain number Of hungry
PEOPLE. running into scores OF thou-
sands, but il is also the question OF
keeping the population from the con-
sequences which usually accompany
starvation. It is quite possible that
the hunery-mad people will commit
some overt act which will cause the
German authorities to take drastic
action.
"Fully 100000 people were given
rations three weeks ago and this
number is far greater now. Normal
lv Brussels uses 500 tons Of cereals
daily. Importations have now vIr-
tually ceased, and the stocks are
practically used up.
Il have authority to ship 1,5OO tons
but no way Of getting il there unit!
diplomatic rcd tape is cut.
THE American government owes it
from reason of pure humanity, to In
sist that Germany take favorable ac-
tion. or to make shipments through
American diplomats whether Ger
many agrees or not. am certain
Germany will agree if pressed, for the
local military commanders have al
ready guaranteed immunity from
seizure"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13
Belgian Capital Removed to Havre.

Paris, Oct. 13.-Announcement
form Bordeaux today says that
quarters have been provided for the
Belgian government officials at Hav-
re, France, and that the Belgian cap
ital will be established in that place.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13

The a lists of losses in the Prus.
sian army. which have been publish
"a contain a total Of 211,000 killed.
wounded. and missing. according To
a Reuter- dispatch from Amsterdam.
The lists dc not include losses among
the Bavarians, Saxons, and Wurt-
temburgians.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13
REVOLT IN SOUTH AFRICA

London, Oct, 1S-German activity
In South Africa has borne fruit. An
armed revolt aided by German trops
and German arms, has begun against
English rule. The whole union Of
South Africa has been put under
martial law.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13

General Joffre's reports state posi-
lively that the allies are getting a
foothold upon the heights Of the
Aisne, thereby imperiling the whole
German fortified position from Sois-
sons to the ridge of the Argonne.
While advancing at this point, the
hinge of the battle line, the French
also are gradually lessening the
strain near Verdun and are making
new progress against the Germans in
the Vosges. Everywhere. from Bel
gium to Lorraine, the allies lines
holds stanchly. The official reports
point to the fact that the Germans
are generally on~lhe defensive, are
forced to fight for their communica-
tions and are unable to set in motion
a dangerous offensive.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13
SIGN AN AFMISTJCE

Tokyo. Oct, l3-Thc japanese and
Germans have agreed 10 an armistice
and have ceased fighting temporarily
around Tsingtau, while the dead and
wounded are removed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13
MEETING OF OWLS

There will be an impor-
tant meeting of Alexandria
Nest of Owls tonight at
their hall at s o'clack. All
members are urged to be
present.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13
See the new Fall
U. D. C..

There will be meeting of the 17th
Virginia Regiment Chapter in Lee.
Camp Hall tomorrow afternoon at
three O'Clock. If raining, at the reS-y
idence. 504 Duke street. A full at \
tendance is requested. 4
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13
ALEXANDRIA COUNCIL NO.
G21 EOIAL AErANIM.
Important anil Personal.

The members OF the Council ar,
hereby notified that j stated meetin@
Will be held in the Hall Of the Cnur
Gil, Sarepta Lodge building. No. 40
King street, on Tuesday evening, &C.
fober 18th. at o'clock.
Every member is personally
interested in the purposes Of thi!
meeting. and should be present.
BE- order Of Council.
!. f. ALEXANDER, Sec.
2t-12-13.
MOOSE RAZAAR OPENS MONDAY
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13
LOCAL .BREVITIES

The annual meeting OF the Alex
andria Library Board toc% place tA'S
morning at the residence "t A4S'
O!d DOMINION No'h!'ai'uer1' No'
II, knights lenpiaf. VIII meet III
the Masonic Temple On fF'Hay "'gn'
when the lIustfiouS or'er OF INK
fed cross VIII NJ coi'' '''' e"'
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13
NEWS OF THE DAY
A dispatch from Amsterdam states
that the Germans lost $4,000 men in
their attacks on Forts Waelhem and
Wavre-Ste. Catherine at Antwerp.

A radiogram to the revenue cutter
service yesterday from the comman-
der of the Bering Sea fleet reported
the drowning of Assistant Surgeon
l.. w. Jenkins, P. H. S., and five
other men when a boat from the cut
ter Manning swamped Saturday in
Unalga Pass, off Cape Sarichef.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13

A message to the Weekly Dispatch
from Chiasso, Switzerland, says:
"The crews refuse to work on yes
sells of the Adriatic because of the
fear of floating mines. Americans
who spent a night on board the Sar-
denga bound for Alexandria,, are in
dignant, as the Italian government
offered torpedoboat to convoy their
steamer to Ancona and the shipping
company had promised compensation
in the event of disaster. All passa.
ges have been Cancelled and traffic in
the Adriatic is again at stand
still"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13
NOTICE

Fresh Norfolk Oysters,
River oysters, Salt water
fish, fresh water fish, fresh
poultry. We deliver orders
to all parts of city. Bell
phone 118 Home phone 81
VIM. E. CRAGG & co.
Wholesale and Retail Dea-
lers in fresh Fish, oysters
and poultry.
Nos 4-6 King St. Alex, Va.
Norfolk Oysters in all Styles at
Rammel Cafe.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13

Secretary of State Harry Woods
shot and killed himself at his resi-
dence at Springfield, Ill, yesterday.
His body was found in his room.
He was beaten for the United States
Senatorship nomination in Septem-
ber.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13

Norfolk Fried Oysters at the Hotei
Eammel.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13

E
Don't forget to go to the fair to-
night.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-10-13
WEATHER REPORT.

Unsettled tonight and Wednes-
day. probably showers.
High tide 2:O5 a. m. and z:4o
p. m.
Sun rises 6:O7, Sun sets 5:26.
The Raymer enterprise., 1914-07-23
NOTICE ron PUBLICATION.

NOTICE ron PUBLICATION.
M.PL. fPublisherD seriai-ola0i7.d2c5sl
Department Of the interior.
Z. s Land Office at Sterling. Colorado
June IL, 1914.
NoTIcE is hereby given that Rudolph
Rank, Of Stoneham, Colo. who, on
May "a, 1910, March %. 1914. made
Orig. and Add. II. Z. No. 0l3Ol7 and
Serial No. 0205sl. for North East Quar-
ter and the South East Quarter of,
Section II. Township 8 North. Range
Sc W., 9Th Principal Meridian, has filed
notice of intention to make Final Three
Year Proof. to establish claim to the
land above described, before Register
and Receiver, at Sterling. Colorado, on
the l1th day of August, 1914.
Claimant names as witnesses.
John s. Kraft. Of Stonehan. Colo.
Robert A. Hoff. Of
Frank Ware, Of 6-ls
Bsrnhardt c. Which Jr. of IS 7-23
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The Raymer enterprise., 1914-07-23
Buckingham Items

5. S. Potter and wife transacted
business at Keota Saturday.
Milan McIntire ithome from Kansas
City to look after his crops.
Mr.. and Mrs. VIM Dennis spent Sun.
day at the Littrell homestead.
Mr.. and Mrs. Darnell and family left
Wednesday for their former home.
Ridgeway Zelley who has been visit.
ing his brother left for Cheyenne last
Monday.
Mr.. and Mrs. 0'Neal have rented
the +. 5. Wolfe place and have taken
possession.
There is to be Republican Caucus
at O'Clock Saturday night at the
school house,
Mrs. Courtney who has been visit.
ing her son returned to her home in
Missouri Tuesday
There is to be school meeting next
Saturday July 25, at 2:30 for the pat.
rons of the buckingham schools.
Chas ROLAND has been visiting with
the Lou Silvis family. They were for.
mer acquaintance in Pennsylvania.
A. L. Rupp has been kept busy haul
ing coal to the various school houses
in this district preparing for winter.
Preaching next Sunday after Sab.
bath School by Rev. Gray. Come out
and hear good sermon. Everybody
invited.
Winner Zelley drove to Briggsdale
Saturday taking Mr.. ROLAND, VINO left
for eastern points where he will visit
relatives and friends.
J H. Hough and wife came from
Salt Lake City Tuesday to visit with
her parents Mr.. and Mrs. Motsinger.
and to file on homestead a, flew miles
north of Buckingham.
Timothy Bonnickson and Julia Robi
son are to be married today July 22 a,
Greeley. The best wishes of the Buck,
lngham people are extended for a long
and prosperous married life.
The Raymer enterprise., 1914-07-23
Stoneham Items

Miss Cora TrousdaIe was in Sterling
all last week.
AL Huse made business trip to Sid.
ney Monday.
Jas. Essex autoed to Sterling Tues.
day afternoon.
Clarence Nichols was up from Ster.
ling Saturday.
Albert Biolin was an east-bound pas
senger Monday noon.
B1rt Sibert transacted business in
Sterling Monday and Tuesday.
Miss Vera Ferguson spent the
weekend with friends in Sterling.
Harvesting and threshing il the order
Of the day now. Storehamites enjoyed
the unusual spectacle of a header anc
thresher working in the same field apo
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COUNTRY NEWS LETTERS
uAe-sssks espertss u eoags h psogis "a
asm ~ b M y Wa9ss..
RsssWg Sun lteuss

WU0sS8 oO0 tvoeV8
Mr.. Hancock arrived at Carter's last
Saturday.
Mrs. kearn Is reported IS better at
this writing. '
LaVern Carter visited Friday with
Hubert Norwood.
Mrs. Donegan cooked fir Mr.. Jone' q
harvest hands Friday.
Mr.. Beans came down to the Rising
Sun Ranch again Wednesday.
Mr.. and Mrs. McElwain and children
visited Sunday ct W. G. Carter's.
Mr.. Smith has been working with
the Donegan header crew this week.
W. G. Carter is working with the
Scott and Miller header crew this week
Everyone is harvesting nowadays
and most of the grain appears to be
good.
H. 6. McElwain left Tuesday for
Haxtun where he expects to work thru
harvest.
Mr.. and Mrs. Templeton of Haytun
has been visiting at the Donegan and
Norwood homes for few days.
The Raymer enterprise., 1914-07-23
NOTICE ron PUBLICATION.

NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.
M.P.L. tPullislerl Serial ! fao-ll,0b
Department of the Interior.
L. S. Land Office at Sterling, Colorado.
July Is. 1914.
NOTICE is hereby given that George
F. Conn, of Avalo, Colo. who. on Feb.
IL, 1910, March %, 1912. made Orig.
and Add. H. E. No. OlO92O and No.
0l7o60, for WIZ SWl-4, Sec. %, and
the WIZ SE1-4, Sec. 20. El-2 SEl-4,
Section %, Township 10 NJ, Range Sc
West, 9th P. Meridian, has filed notice
Of intention to make Final Three Year
Proof, to establish claim to the land
above described, before Register and
Receiver, at Sterling, Colo, on the
18th day of September. 1914.
Claimant names as witnesses:
Joseph r. White. Of Avale. Colo
William D. Grain. Of
Jacob W. Geer, Of 1-3
Clyde Geer. Of s-27
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NOTICE ron PUBLICATION.

NOTICE F0R PUBLICATION.
N.P.L. tpubIIxher.D Serial.oi4esl. .uisosl
DeSastnsent sf tie Intrstsr.
L. 8. Land Office 1T Sterling. Colorado.
July l3, 1914.
NoTIcE is hereby given that Thomas
Riley Gurwell, Of Keota. Colorado.
who, on November q. 1910. May 10.
1913. made Orig. and Add. H. E. No.
Ol466l and No. 0l9054. for SWl-4 and
the SEl-4 Of, Section II. Township Z
NJ. Range 50 West, 9Th Principal Mer-
idian. has filed notice Of intention to
make Final Three Year Proof, to es-
tablish claim to the land above describ-
ed. before I. s. Griffin, u. 8. Commits.
sioner. at Keota. Colorado. on the 22nd
day of August. 1914.
Claimant names az witnesses:
Louise X. steor. Of Buckingham. Colo.
William o. Hughes. Of 8
Charles W. Bennett Of 7-ls
Henry T. anon. of so
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