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The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
CANNOT RESTORE
BACK HAUL RATES

WASHINGTON, April 20.-Satis-
fled that they have spiked the guns of
the railroads their efforts to restore
the old "back haulD conditions, I'M
der which Nevada cities had to pay
freight rates which aggregated the rate
from the east to San Francisco plus
the rate from San Francisco to the
Nevada cities, Judge H. f. Bartine,
chairman of the Nevada railroad com
nilsson, and Secretary Edward Walker,
Of that commission are on their way
home, after a short but busy visit
to the capital.
Judge Bartine and Mr.. Walker spent
most of their time while here at the
offices of the Interstate Commerce
commission, where as chairman of the
Nevada railroad commission, the judge
showed what an injury would be work
ed against the Nevada cities if the
railroads were permitted to make rates
TO the coast from the east so much
lower than to points in Nevada.
Some years ago, Judge Bartine
pointed out in discussing the question
lg Washington, the Interstate Com
merce commission knocked ont the
full back haul charge, the very thing
the railroads are now trying to restore.
The commerce court did not sustain
the commission, but the Supreme
Court did. Later, however, the rail
roads managed, Judge Bartine said,
to get about 90 per cent of what they
wanted, and now they are after the
other ten per cent
While they were in town Judge Bar
tine and Mr.. Walker had lunch with
Senator Newlands, the only member OF
the Nevada delegation in Congress
still in the capital. They talked over
the rate situation, in which Senator
Newlands was most interested, as he
is chairman of the Senate Interstate
Commerce committee. He promised to
dc all in his power to help the.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
WINNEMUCCA WINS
SUNDAY BALL GAME

The Winnemucca and Goleonda bali
teams played an interesting game last
Sunday on the latter's grounds.
Neither team is in good playing condi-
tion vet, owing to lack Of practice, and
the contest was a slow one, lasting
two hours and a half
The final score was 10 to ) in favor
OF the Winnemueeans. hut each side
had only three earned runs The Col
conda bows were put at a disadvantage
through their catcher, Weaver stop
ping one of Wilson s fast ones with his
head in the first inning. He made a
game attempt to go on playing his po-
sition. but seemed dazed. and in four
innings allowed two men to steal
home, and made errors which let in
four other runs He was relieved by
Dick Haaga. who did very well.
Among the Golconda boys, Quiglev
at short made the best showing, though
Frank Haaga at FIRST and Castro in
center PLAYED good ball
For Winnemucca Arant made the
most spectacular plav of the game by
catching Castro's fly TO left center
after a hard run He reached the ball
as it was near the ground, and lost
his footing. turning complete somer-
sault. but coming up with the ball held
aloft.
The new catcher for Winnemucca,
Stevens, did not last long Huffaker
relieved him in the second half of the
first inning and played errorless bail.
There We're number of interesting
features about the game. and the re
turn match next Sunday is going to be
worth seeing
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
NEVADA VALLEYS OFFICIALS
VISIT WINNNEMUCCA

Edison f. Adams, president, and John
@. Brown, vice president and general
manager of the Nevada Valleys Power
company, accompanied by n. X.
Cooper, representing the Westinghouse
Electric Manufacturing company, were
in Winnemucca yesterday.
While it is understood that the Off
ciaIs were looking over the situation
here with a view to running their line
through as far east as Battle Noun
tain, they gave no intimation as to the
result of their observations. They left
yesterday for Golconda and Battle
Mountain.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
HlGH SCHOOL DEQAMA-
TORY CONTEST FRIDAY

The Humboldt county High school
will be represented at the state con
test, which will be held at Reno on
May z, by a representative and alter
nate, who will be chosen by competi-
tive examination. For this purpose a
deelamatory contest will be held at the
High school auditorium on Friday
evening of this week. Everything 5
in readiness for the event, and the
judges have been selected by Prime
pal Jewell, though not yet announced.
The following young ladies will par.
ticipate: Misses Marie Cook, Irma De
Motto, Frances Phillips, Alice Wagner,
Beth Warren and Beth Wrede.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
POPULAR YOUNG LADY
MARRIED SUNDAY MORNING

Miss Florence Guthrie was united in
marriage Sunday forenoon to Mr.. J.
r Rathburn, at the residence of her
mother, by Judge f. A. Dueker. Miss
Trma Brown acted as bridesmaid and
Richard Moral officiated as grooms-
man. the ceremony being witnessed
only by relatives and a few intimate
friends of the contracting parties.
Miss Guthrie is the accomplished
and charming daughter of Mrs. May
Guthrie, and has lived in Winnemucca
practically all her life, where she IS
extremely popular in social and church
circles. The groom is an employe OF
the Western Pacific.
Mr.. and Mrs. Rathburn left Sunday
for California points, and upon their
return will reside at Portola.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
CRAWLS ACROSS MOUNTAINS
WITH THREE BROKEN RIBS

One day last week Nick Curnow,
while working on the 'sLimbo'' rancn,
situated several miles from Gerlaeh,
was thrown from the horse he was rid
ing. The animal then stamped on him,
breaking three ribs on the right side.
The injured man was alone on the
ranch, and realizing that he would die
unless he could secure assistance, he
started out and crawled on his hands
and feet over a mountain range six
miles to the gypsum camp. From there
a messenger rode into Gerlaeh and
summoned Dr. Swezy by wire. Upon
his arrival at the camp, DR.. Swezy at
tended to the patient and left him
there, resting as comfortably as could
be expected.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
BIRTHDAY PARTY GIVEN
MRS. CORA WATT

A very pleasant birthday party was
given Mrs Cora Watt at the home Of
Mrs. G. f. Hockenbroeh last Saturday
evening. Progressive 500 was played
the ace prize being won by Mrs. b. F.
Rosa and the consolation prize by
Miss Fanny Harp. Dainty refresh
ments were served at midnight, the
tables being prettily decorated with
cut flowers.
Those present were Mesdames IL.
Rollins, Chas. Hardt, P. L. Rutherford,
n. d. LaPoint, F. Germain, j. G,
Moore, f. Bosch, w G. Dwyer, Jennie
Smith, e. A. Leach, F. Rhodes B. F,
Rosa, A. w. Card, f. Connors, Miss Z
Harp, Mrs. Cora Watt and the hostess,
Mrs. G. f. Hoekenbroeh.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
SOUTHERN PACIFIC No. s 8
AND A WILL RESUME

The Southern Pacific will start train
No 4 out of San Francisco beginning
May Is to handle the heavy traffic
that is expected during the summer
months. On the return trip train No.
3 will leave Ogden to arrve in Sparks
about two o'clock in the afternoon,
says the Gazette.
With the addition of these two
trains six regular trains will be run
daily to and from the Exposition All
OF the trains running east will carry
passengers, while No. 9 is the only
train running west that does not carry
"a passenger coach. No. 3, or the fast
mail, win carry a coach for the ae-
eommodation of those going from Reno
and Sparks to Lake Tahoe beginning
about June |.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
LOCAL WEATHER REPORT

Following is the report of the loea
Weather Bureau for the twenty-fon
hours ending at a. m. today:
Highest temperature yesterday, ~.
Lowest this morning, 46.
Mean temperature yesterday, 56.
Normal temperature yesterday, 4S.
Prevailing wind direction, S.W.
Weather forecast for Winnemuce
and vicinity; Unsettled weather, prol
ably showers tonight or Wednesday.
PAY L. FISHER.
Official in Charge.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
GENERAL MANAGER PLACE
WILL BE HERE THIS WEEK

This morning Chief Engineer Shell
don, of the Winnemucca Northern, re-
ceived a letter from Col f. r. Place,
general manager of the line, dated az
Boise. in which il was stated that he
would be in Winnemucca on Friday or
Saturday Of this week. Engineer Shell
don was directed to make map chang
ing the northern portion of the route,
which is taken AS an indication that
there is a prospect Of beginning work
on the line at no distant date.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
SMALL BLAZE AT SOUTH
ERN PACIFIC FREIGHTHOUSE

A general alarm at 10 o'clock Sun
day evening called the town 5 entire
FIRE e-fghting equipment to the Southern
Pacific freight house. A blaze hao
been discovered under the building, a
few minutes before by County Record
er German and F. G. krenkei, wno
were passing along Railroad street.
The fire was subdued by one of the
chemical fire extinguishers with which
the building is provided, before the
arrival of the hosecarts.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
MAY FIRST WILL BE GOOD
ROADS DAY IN NEVADA
State of Nevada,
Executive Departent
A PROCLAMATION BY THE
n0UTDNOD


Executive Departent
A PROCLAMATTON BY THE
GOVERNOR
Whereas, The Importance of con
strueting and maintaining good roads
is universally recognized; and
Whereas. The State Of Nevada has
a problem in the construction and
maintenance Of its roads and highways
the solution of which REQUIRES the lend
ing of every effort on the part Of our
citizens,
Now. Therefore. T. Emmett D. BOYLE
Governor Of the State of Nevada, IN
accordance with established precedent
do hereby proclaim and designate Sat
urdav. Nav |. 1915. "Good Roads
Dav.v to be observed by those of our
citizens, whose business permits, as 2
public holiday to be devoted to volun-
tarv service in improving the high.
wavs of the State.
IT is urged upon all organizations
having at heart the welfare of the
State to meet in advance of the said
first dav Of Nav. to formulate plans
for the systematic employment of sueh
service as may be volunteered by our
public-spirited citizens on this "Good
Roads Day.
Tn testimony whereof I have here
unto set my hand and caused to be
affixed the Great Seal Of the State OF
Nevada. Done at Carson City, this
10th dav of April, A. D. 1915
EMMETT ID. BOYLE,
(Seal) Governor.
Bv the Governor:
GEORGE BRODIGAN,
Secretary of State.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
CONFIRMATION SERVICES
AT ST. MARY'S CHURCH

Bishop Hunting and Archdeaeon Haz
lett will be in Winnemucca today and
will conduct services in st. Mary 8
Episcopal church at 1880 this evening.
Confirmation and sermon by Bishop
Hunting.
This is the first visit Of Bishop Hunt
ing since taking charge Of the mission
arv diocese of Nevada. He had intend
ed to be here on Sunday, but had TO
postpone the visit until two days
later
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
File Article Of INCORPORATION

Yesterday the Honey Bee Mining
company fled articles of incorpora-
tion with County Clerk Davey. The
capital stock is placed at million
shares of the par value of $l.00 each
The principal place of business of the
new company is designated as the Or.
pheum theatre building, Lovelock, and
Thomas M. Ward, Harry f. Downey
and A. Benedetti are the ncorporators
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
BURGLAR SENTENCED IN
DISTRICT COURT YESTERDAY

In the District court yesterday Judge
Ducker sentenced c. A. Wilson, alias
G. A. Lewis, to serve term of not
less than one nor more than fifteen
years in the state penitentiary. De-
fendant had plead guilty to burglariz-
ing the warehouse of Young & Godin
Mt Lovelock.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
ROOSEVELT WILL TAKE
STAND IN LIBEL SUIT
Especial to the Silver state)

SYRACUSE, N. Y, April 20.-The
trial Of William Barnes libel suit
against exPresident Roosevelt is on
here. The plaintiff called only one wit
ness, to show that defendant gave out
the interview complained of. The de-
fense comedies the fact of publication,
and it expected that Roosevelt will
take the stand this afternoon.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
WILL BEGIN PLACER
OPERATIONS ON TEPEE

George NJ Rose left this morning
for the Leonard Creek placer district,
where he owns several valuable claims
on Tepee creek He will start a force
of men to work upon his arrival and
then come back for his summer s sup
plies, after which he will return to the
district for the season.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
DUNN's RACE MEETING
MAY FALL THROUGH
fspecial to the Silver statel

RENO, April 20.-R. II. Dunn s
agreement to lease the local race track
may fall through. He is said to repre-
sent John Harlan, Of Colorado, who
estimates that there is not enough
venture.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
RETURNS FROM RENO WITH
NEW OVERLAND CAR

C. f. Haviland, of the Winnemucca
garage, returned Saturday from Reno
with a new Overland auto, for which
he has the local agency. He was ae-
companied on the trip by HI. L. Bonni-
field.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
Q q ooooo 30 90 q o
NEW DISPLAY ADVERTISING
IN TODAY'S SILVER STATE

o Barnes Circus, Friday, April
9 30, page 3.
. High School Deelamatory Con-
Q test, page l.
. E. Reinhart company, An
Q heuser- Busch "Budweiser' Beer,
. page 3.
q E. Reinhart Company, Styl-
Q ish Shoes for Summer Days.
Q page A.
= Standard Oil Co., cred Crown
. Gasoline" page 2.
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The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
SPECIAL MEETING OF JUMBO
EXTENSION STOCKHOLDERS
Especial to the Silver State)

RENO, April 20.-The special meet
ing of Jumbo Extension stockholders
called for May 20 is due to report of
experts that the apex lies in ground
of Booth company The Jumbo is to
be recognized under an agreement
with the Booth company.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
silver State and s. F. CAN. soc month
p0cKErKNIvFS

When You get pocketknife of rs,
VIC stand hack of IT, We have the Ev-
erett Stock Knife, the best stockman :
knife made.
STEPHENSON DRUG Co.
The Corner Drug Store.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
Turkish Vessels Blown Up

ATHENS, April 20.--Two Turkish
torpedo boat destroyers have been
blown up by Russian mines at the en-
trance to the Bosphorus.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
Return Game Next sunday

Golcenda viii plav here with the To-
ca team next Sunday at Recreation
park. The game win be called at 2:30
'cloek and fine exhibition is looked
for Admission 80 cents, which will
include seat in the grandstand.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
CLAIM END OF
WAR in SIGHT
fspeeial to the Silver state)

ROME, April 2O.-A story that is
hourly gaining eredence in official cir
cles is to the effect that the end of
the war is near, although no authority
is given.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
silver State and 8. F. Cali, soc a mont
SOAP VALUES

We have some bargain in Toilel
Soaps. Bath and Toilet Soaps that are
high grade, but at very reasonable
price. Foster Free Trips with eacl
Zoe purchase.
STEPHENSON DRUG CO.,
The Corner Drug Store.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
SPECIAL WEEKDAY SERVICE

Rev. Springston, of Portland, Ore
gon, will preach at the Baptist church
this evening. The public is cordially
invited to attend
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
OFFICIALS BACK
FROM BATTLE MOUNTAIN

7. f. Webb, president, and c. 3.
Welshons, local manager for the Col
eonda Telephone & Power company, re
turned Yesterday from a trip to Battle
Mountain. The eompany's exchange
wires at that point were changed from
metallic to a ground circuit.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20

NOW is THE TIME TO PLANT
Luther Burbank vegetable or flower
seeds. We are exclusive agents.
EAGLE DRUG CO,
The Rexall Store
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
TWO CARS OF WOOL
FOR BOSTON MARKET

Yesterday a carload Of wool was
shipped to Eisemann Bros, Boston
wool merchants, from this city. 1t was
bought from Charles Garteiz by w. A.
Donald, the firms representative here,
at reported price of Is cents.
Yesterday a carload of wool belong
ing to Adrian Bernard and Zeb Silve
was shipped from Golconda to the Peo-
pie National Bank, Boston.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1915-04-20
THE BEST FLOWER OR

THE BEST FLOWER OR
VEGETABLE SEEDS
are the cheapest in the end. Plant the
Genuine Luther Burbank seeds and
YOU have the best We are exclusive
agents.
EAGLE DRUG CO,
The Rexall Store.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-11-08

phone company and the Mystic Power company are planning to establish new pole lines in the borough, reducing the number of poles from 25Q to 175, the poles to accommodate these two com panies and also the local fire alarm system. The borough authorities have been asked for permission to, allow the use of round poles painted green to be substituted for the squared poles now in use, and are giving the matter consideration. @
 The Pioneer Hook and Ladder com pany. will have as guests at its an- nual fair these fire companies and will have a special program for their en- tertainment. The home companies will be the guests on the first night, the Rhode Island Ones and the Alert Hook and ladder company of Westerly on the second night. and on the third night the B. F. Hoxie company of Mys- tic, the Noank Fire company and del- egation from the Wakefield fire de- partment There will be. street pa rade each night.
 The annual concert and ball of the Stonington Steam Fire Engine com pany, Friday night was, as usual, a pronounced success in every detail.
 Dr.. Charles O. Maine whose left leg has been amputated below the knee, returned to his home in the borough, Saturday. from Lawrence hospital, New London.
 Mrs. Edward B. Bradley is with her daughter, Mrs. John F. F'indlay, at Mamaroneck, N. Y.
 Miss Agnes Driscoll is visiting rel atives in Montville. lt
 Concrete sidewalks are. being laid in Elm street in front of the properties of Benjamin s. Cutler, Frank D. Stan ton and the estate of James Pendie- ton.
 Tony Alfred. of Pawcatuck, rail- road laborer, one of the large gang employed in rock ballastinE the road bed, while at work near the Elm street crossing, Saturday. was struck by a freight train and seriously injured, but 1t was not believed fatally. He was attended by Dr. Taylor. who accom- panied him to Lawrence hospital in New London. Mir Alfred sustained a severe scalp wound and it was believed that there was a slight fracture of the skull
Norwich bulletin., 1915-11-08

included John Grab. George Derasier. N. Jodoin, Theodore Paul. Mrs. Ser nier and daughter Alice, Miss Florida BariI. Mrs Napoleon. Chaput and daughter, Melvina. Miss Blanche Gger- tin. Miss Annie Reyno, Miss Bertha Audet
 Mrs. Joseph Roberts and child re- turned home Saturday after spending week with relatives in Providence.
 ssaturday sEvehins Danee.&s
 4 dance was given in Riding's hail Saturday evening sREzS. Hopkins and D. Geer. Music was furnished by Krauss orchestTaxy sT7s1 Sunday in the Churches. At St. Johns Roman Catholic church next Sunday will be the companion Sunday of the St SAnn's society. The ladies of. the parish are planning to hold a bean and salad supper for the benefit of the parish,
 At the Congregational church ser vices were conducted by Rev. William H. Lakin. MT. Lakin's subject for the morning sermon was Holy Joy in God The Lords supper was commemorated at the close of the morning service. Sunday school was conducted by Supt. Jason Lathrop and closed by Assist ant Superintendent Walter Kingsley. The Christian Endeavor at 6.15 was led by Vice President George H. Daw-- Hey, whose subject was Last That Are Waiting for the Church of Christ. Evangelical meeting was held at : o'clock by the pastor. Singing was by the young mems choir ands there was special music by the orchestra E At St. Paul's Episcopal church Sid ney Bard off1ciated at the morning ser vices, taking for his subject The Blind Man of Jericho. The Ladies auxiliary will hold potato pie supper and en- tertaiRment soon. The ;22nd assem- bIy of the K. sO.. 8. D. will be held on Friday evening. : Troopers Give Fine Drill.
 A drill was given by Troop F of the 2nd U. s. cavalry, Sunday afternoon at their Camp before a crowd of about 800. Some fine riding by the cavalry men thrilled the crowd of spectators. The program of the afternoon was: First, straight ahead race;s second. Cossack race: third, Rescue race; fourth. Roman race: fifth, mounted wrestling; sixth, mounted tug of war. Riding mules and boot in the bag per formed by this troop made 8 big hit with the crowd. The troop will leave here this morning for Cobalt and from there will go to Hartford. From Hart ford they will return to Fort Ethan Allen at Burlington, Vt,' where they are stationed .=,
 l sll . a .4t.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-11-08


 ent town offices for 30 years. H. c. Jetzchel, special U s. pens sion examiner, is working in. Plainheld on several cases. s,--5 ,- js.~ls. Mrs, Mary G. Davis of Bridgeport is visiting. in town.
 Packeryille mill has gone on full time after being on four days a week since April. Msis. gMayme HaIIisey of South Plainfield is ill l- ,s5. J.. J.-DoXle. entertained, relatives from Jewett City and Greeneyille Sun day. .er,.ss-
 George Willard is back at work at the store of w. Kingsley & Son after his return from his honeymoon trip. MT. and Mrs. Breault and daughter, of Danielson were at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Pierre Allard on Lawton Heights Sunday. = Miss Helen Phillips of Canterbury was recent visitor at the home. of Miss Helen Gallup. &
 Visited Norwich.
 Local visitors in Norwich Saturday
Norwich bulletin., 1915-11-08

All sections of the town of Stoning- ton, and especially Mystic, will be largely represented at the special town meeting to be held this evening in Borough hall. The main business to be transacted is to determine whether the town will make an appropriation of 5000 for the extension Of the state cement highway to the Mystic river bridge, three e-quarters of the amount to be reimbursed by the state when the money becomes available, the town to make no charge for interest for the money advanced for the continua- tion of the work, beyond the distance selected by the state highway com missioner. It is said that the com missioner has guaranteed the reim- bursement, provided the work is done under state supervision, and at no ad- ditional cost to the state. Action will also be taken to legalize the action taken at an illegal town meeting in relation to the protest against an in- crease of passenger rates by the Grot- company. Another matter, of special importance to Pawcatuck, is the rec ommendation of additional patrolman for that village at a salary not to ex- ceed $500 a year.
 stonington Pointers.
 The body of Joseph c. Joseph, who died in Pawtucket, Thursday, was buried in St. Mary's cemetery, Sunday afternoon, following committal service in St. Mary's church by Rev. James E. O'Brien.
 John W. Haley, Rowse B. Wilcox and Charles Ryon. of Stonington. were among the Brown university students who witnessed Brown defeat Yale at football in New Haven, Saturday.
 Alex P. Loper was host at a clam supper to members of the Mistuxet club, Friday evening.
 The Southern New England Tele-
Norwich bulletin., 1915-11-08
MEN pRspsREo 70 TURN BArrEfslD

attack on the 0arranza garrison of Agua Prietas Sonora. by the Villa army should result in shooting into American territory. Brigadier Gene ral; Thomas IF Davis, commander, said he would take every precaution 10 do not propose to see an American town shot up." he said. General Davis issued instruction to residents on the American side of the boundary to keep within doors, get behind adobe walls and not to trust to wooden bar riers to keep out bullers.