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The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

Nicely furnished rooms for rent for
men. Modern, Bell phone East 1S1SW,
1717 East 18th street. Mrs. Eliza
Bradford.
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

Mrs. Clara E. Adams entertained a
few friends Wednesday afternoon,
complimentary to Mrs. Effie Lewis,
who left Thursday for Denver. Colo,
for an indefinite stay.
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

Mrs. Fred Simons left last Monday
for Colorado Springs, where she will
be gone for at least six weeks.
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

Miss Rosa Humphrey, proprietor
Woodland Cafe, spent a happy week
in Excelsior Springs, and is now at
home again.
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

The tenth anniversary of the pastor
ate of Rev. j. NJ. Booker for Pleasant
Green Baptist church was celebrated
July 10 at Sis p. m. An excellent
menu was served. Mr.. Neal Range
was the master of ceremonies and the
following program was rendered:
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

The Tango Club will give a dance
Monday night, July 81, at Armory
Hail, Cottage and Vine streets. All
members are requested to turn out.
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

Misses Naude S. and Queen Penn
of Springfield, Mo-, are the guests OF
Miss Ida Hamilton, III Garfield ave.
nue..
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

Rev. F. P. Butler of Wichita, Kas.,
was the guest of Mr.. and Mrs. Frank
Hall, 2128 Woodland avenue. \
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

PROFESSOR R. G.. JACKSON will conduct a Summer Music
School at Allen Chapel this summer. There will be classes In
Piano, Organ, Voice and Harmony. Special attention will be
given to those who have never had lessons before and to chill
dren between ages of 7 and IL years. For catalogue and other
literature address Box 10, or call Bell phone West 1882,
KANSAS CITY, KANSAS
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

Mrs. Robert Hadley and daughter,
Mrs. Naomi Robinson, 1926 Michigan
avenue, will leave for New York July
"a to spend the summer.
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

Miss Pauline G. Vaughan is quite
i'll at her residence, 26th and Park.
way, Quindaro, Kansas.
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

Mrs, M. N. Young spent last week
in Excelsior Springs, Mo.
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

The Kansas City District Conference
and Sunday School and Epworth
League Convention will meet in Clark
Chapel, August 2 to 6 inclusive. Rev.
u. A. Johnson, pastor.
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

who has been quite i'll for some weeks,
is slightly improved at present.
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

Three nicely furnished rooms for
rent. Modern. convenient. Mrs. L. B
Hadley, 1915 North Third street. Bell
phone, West 3054J.
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

Mrs. Gertrude Ellis died Monday,
July 16, at the City Hospital.
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

Misses Mamie Jones and Gussie Mel.
son attended the funeral OF Miss May
Wood at Tonganoxie, Kansas Tues,
day.
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

of Springfield. Mo-, are the guests OF
Miss Ida Hamilton, III Garfield ave-
nue..
Three nicely furnished rooms for
rent. Modern, convenient. Mrs. L. B
Hadley, 1915 North Third street. Bell
phone, West 3054J.
Misses Mamie Jones and Gussie Mel.
son attended the funeral OF Miss May
Wood at Tonganoxie, Kansas Tues
day.
Miss Title Goodall of Springfield,
Mo-, is spending a few weeks with
Mrs. A. Tinnel, 2Ot3 North. Third
street.
Miss Burrows, n OF the Visiting
Nurses Of Cincinnati. o., is visiting
her aunt, Mrs. Hattie Miller, S14 Free
man venue.
Mrs. w. A. Brown of Buxton, Ia,
gave an interesting address on Pre-.
paredness'' to the Metropolitan Mis-,
sion Circle Wednesday afternoon.
Mrs. Sam Bazel and Miss Hattie
Scott attended the funeral of Mrs.
Rosa Brown at Bonner Springs, Kas.
who, passed away Wednesday.
Mrs. John II. Jackson and little son,
Occie, are visiting with their daughter
and sister, Mrs. w. l.. Whibby, 1918
Agnes avenue, for the summer.
Mr.. James Doss, who is in Colorado
for his health, writes that he is i'm.
proving, to the pleasure of his many
friends.
Mrs. Birdie Walton Williamson
spent Monday with her father, Mr.
Daniel Walton, at Leavenworth, Kan
sas.
The NJ. E. Mission at 40S Usage ave.
nue. is doing nicely under the pastor
ate of Rev. Charles Sims. A two weeks
revival has closed, with four converts
Mrs. j. H. Brown of Garden City has
returned home from a two weeks
visit with her son and daughter-in-law
Mr.. and Mrs. c. H. Brown, 1881 Arm
strong avenue.
I Mr.. Charles Slaughter, 141O North
Ninth street, and Miss Cordelia But
Ter of Murphysboro, Tenn. were quiet
ly married at the home of Mr.. and
Mrs. Dyson on Washington Boulevard
July Is.
Miss Charlotte Walton of West
Point, n. Y, spent last week with his
sister, Mrs. c.. H. Brown, 1881 Arm
strong avenue. She will spend the re
mainder of the summer with her par
ents at Reno, Kansas.
Mr.. and Mrs. P. C. Swancy, 206C
North Third street, entertained theil
cousins, Mr.. and Mrs. Steps, of Fort
Dodge, Ia, who were returning home
from an extended trip through Ne
braska, Iowa and MISSOURI. Mr.
Steps was formerly in This city ant
is now in business in Fort Dodge
They reported an enjoyable time.
Prof. lnman e. Page, president o
Western College, Macon. Mo, gave az
interesting address Sunday morning a
the Metropolitan Church. A large au
dience was present. Rev. i. A
Thomas, pastor Of the Second Baptis
church of Evanston, ILL.,, preached a
night.
Topeka Wants Land Bank.
Just as soon as President Wilson
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

Miss Title Goodall of Springfield,
Mo-, is spending a few weeks with
Mrs. A. Tinnel, POTS North. Third
efraet
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

Mr.. Charles Slaughter, 1410 North
Ninth street, and Miss Cordelia But
Ter of Murphysboro, Tenn, were quiet
ly married at the home of Mr.. and
Mrs. Dyson on Washington Boulevard
July 10.
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

Mrs. Birdie Walton Williamson
spent Monday with her father, Mr..
Daniel Walton, at L~eavenworth, Kan,
sas.
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

Mr.. James Doss. who is in Colorado
for his health, writes that he is i'm
proving, to the pleasure of his many
friends.
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

Mrs. John II. Jackson and little son,
Occie, are visiting with their daughter
and sister, Mrs. w. l.. Whibby, 1918
Agnes avenue, for the summer.
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

Miss Charlotte Walton of West
Point, N. Y, spent last week with his
sister, Mrs. C. H. Brown, 1891 Arm
strong avenue. She will spend the re-
mainder of the summer with her par
ents at Reno, Kansas.
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

Mrs. ]. H. Brown of Garden City has
returned home from a two weeks
visit with her son and daughter-in-law,
Mr.. and Mrs. c. H. Brown, 1881 Arm
strong avenue
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

Prof. Inman e. Page, president of
Western College, Macon, Mo, gave an
interesting address Sunday morning at
the Metropolitan Church. A large au.
dience was present. Rev. i. A.
Thomas, pastor of the Second Baptist
church of Evanston. Ill, preached at
night.
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

The NJ. E. Mission at 4OS Usage ave,
nue. is doing nicely under the pastor,
ate of Rev. Charles Sims. A two weeks
revival has closed, with four converts
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

Mrs. Sam Bazel and Miss Hattie
Scott attended the funeral of Mrs.
Rosa Brown at Bonner Springs, Kas.,
who, passed away Wednesday.
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

Mr.. and Mrs. P. C. Swancy, 2O6O
North Third street, entertained their
cousins, Mr.. and Mrs. Steps, of Fort
Dodge. Ia, who we're returning home
from an extended trip through Ne
braska, Iowa and MISSOURI. Mr..
Steps was formerly in This city and
is now in business in Fort Dodge,
They reported an enjoyable time.
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

BETTE GAINES.
The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.) 1908-1924, 1916-07-22

Miss Burrows, one of the Visiting
Nurses of Cincinnati. o., is visiting
her aunt, Mrs. Hattie Miller, S14 Free
man avenue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-24
ID STATE POSITION ON SUBMARINE WAR Circular Memorandum Will Soon Be Issued by the
 United States

Washington, March 23.-The United States soon will make for the information of the nations of the world complete statement of it's position in regard to the conduct of submarine warfare and the arming of merchant ships for defensive purposes It has not been definitely de- termined just what form the announce ment will take, but it is considered not unlikely that circular memorandum may be addressed to the powers.
 Whatever the form of the declaration proposed after careful consideration to all the claims made by both sets of Eu- ropean belligerents, it will serve to guide the course of this government in future negotiations. The United States will stand unalterably upon the principles all ready laid down.
 Coming from the most powerful of the neutral nations. at time when all the other great world powers are at war, the may furnish the ground work for new international law to be
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-24
LOST S3O0,0OO ON | CONTRACT FOR NAVY |Midvale Steel Official Says Government ArmOr Plant Is Impractical

Washington. March 2s.-To support |the contention of private manufac- |turers that a government armor plant |cannot be successful. Vice President |Barba of the Midva1e Steel company |told the House naval committee to- |day that his plant, with all it's facil- |ities and technical equipment, had all ready lost $30O,0OO on. a contract to make armor piercing shells for the |navy. .xn.s4,
 And when we make delivery" said Inc, i've are through for. all time with making projectiles for the navy under |its present specifications of testing at |10-degree angle Every naval officer I've have talked to has said he hoped Inc would not be assigned to armor making, for he could not do it. Mr. Barba said his company would he willing to make arrnor on a plan |bv which the government would pay 'cost of production and 20 per cent of |that cost as profit. MT. Barba testified 'that since the European war his com
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-24
Germans Continue Heavy Smelling of Malancourt
 SectOr-French Active
RUSSIANS PRESSING
 GERMANS IN EAST
Offensive Covers Front of 75 Miles. Advantage Denied by Berlin-Aus- trians Holding Their Lines-The
 Fourth German War Loan Closes

Except on the front near Gommecourt and the Bethune-I.a Bassee road, where the British gained some advantages in fight against the Germans no infantry engagements have taken place along the line in France and Belgium. Heavy fight ing, however, continues between the Ger mans and Russians on the eastern front from the region of Riga southwark
 The Germans northwest of Verdun are continuing their violent smelling of the Malancourt sector and again have trained their guns on the French front of Beth incourt, Le Mort Homme and Cumieres, probably preparatory to fresh infantry attacks in an ehdeavor to break through the line when the moment seems pro- pitious.
 FRENCH ARE ACTIVE
 The French have not slackened their bombardment of the Malancourt wood also are shelIing heavily German posi- tions and the roads and railways held by the Germans in the eastern part of the Argonne.
 The bombardment to the northeast of Verdun, as well as in the Woevre re- zion, to the east of the fortress, has in- creased in intensity
 Heavy masses of Russians are pressing the Germans from the Riga district south ward for distance of 70 miles. While they have gained some advantages, the Russian war office admits that south of Lake Dreswiaty the Germans recaptured trenches that the Russians had taken the previous night. The Russians have again pierced the opposing line in the Jacobstadt sector.
 According to the German official com munication mot even the smallest ad- vantage against the unshaken German defense has been obtained anywhere in this great offensive which the Russians have undertaken in northwest Russia.
 ATTACKS CONTINUE
 While Berlin declares that the Russians have ceased their vicious attacks in nsthe neig hborhood of Postavy, eastward of the railway between Kvinsk and Wilma. Rus sia officially announced that the fight ing there continues and that southwest of Lake Narochz, the Russian troops again have advanced under violent bombardment.
 The Austrians, combating the Russians in Galicia and the Italians along the Austro- Italian frontier, appear 10 be noid- ing their lines without change.
 A fourth German war loan has closed,
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-24
HELD FOR MURDER
 OF FATHER-|N-LAW Dr. A. w. Waite Charged by Police With Poisoning
 Drug Manufacturer

New York. March 23.--In stupor from self administered drugs, Dr. Arthur War ren Waite, a dentist, and well known as tennis player, was in custody of de. tectives tonight and will be charged with the murder here on March 12 of his father-in-law, John F. Peck millionaire drug manufacturer of Grand Rapids Mich, as soon as he can be taken into court. With the arrest of Dr. Waite the district attorneys office believes it has uncovered one of the most sensational cases in many years
 MT. Peck, who is reputed to have left an estate valued at about $l.50O.00O, and his wife died within six weeks, while visiting their daughter and her husband at their Riverside Drive apartments here. By the will of MT Peck his es- tate was equally divided between Mrs. Waite and Percy Peck of Grand Rapids. his son. Mrs. Waite now is seriously ill at Grand Rapids. District Attorney Swann said today he had learned she
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-24
Wonderful Record Is Made by Troops for Rapidity of Advance Into Hostile Territory
ACCOMPLISHED FIVE
 MILES AN HOUR FOR
 TWENTY-TWO HOURS
Thirteenth Cavalry Given Place of Honor in Van. Fifty Miles in Mexico Before Discovered

Headquarters United States Punitive Expedition, Near Colonia Dublan, Chi huahua, Mexico, March 22.-(By Wagon Train to Columbus, N. M, March 233- demonstrated the endurance of the Amer iean soldier and obviously amazed the Mexicans, several thousand United States troops, cavalry, infantry and artillery, were scattered today between this point and the northern boundary of the district of Guerrero, intent on the task of cap turing or killing Francisco Villa in the shortest possible time and exterminating the bandit band with which he raided Columbus, N. NJ, and slaughtered nine civilians on March g. Troop movements and dispositions. however it was said, were shrouded in the strictest secrecy by order of the war department.
 The entry into Mexico occurred at 12:07 p. m.. March 15 At that moment tho American colors, with the standard of the Thirteenth cavalry, 200 men of which beat off Villas raiders, despite the sur prise movement of the Mexican brigands, were carried over the boundary by the color guard. Col. Herbert J. Socum commanding the Thirteenth, was the first commanding officer to cross. He was followed by Maj. James A. Ryan, act ing, who commands the punitive expedi-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-24
URGE DEMOCRATS ID. STAY ON THE. GROUND.
Abercrombie Only Member of Alabama Delegation
 Not in Washington

Washington, March 23.-( -(Special.) )-Ma- jority Leader kitchin is evidently cha grined in that number of democrats persist in absenting themselves in this crucial stage of administration legisla. tion. For. tonight, he made personal appeals to every man to remain on the ground, and announced that tomorrow night a conference would be held by democrats with the view of ''hurrying up' pending measures of importance.
 Despite the fact that six members of the Alabama delegation have formidable opposition, only one, pr. Abercrombie Las been absent during the recent inn portant sessions. Dr. Abercrombie is en- deavoring to secure the commission from the Fourth district, which is now rep- resented by MT. Blackmon
 It is pointed out by democratic whips that had 13 southern democrats who are absent been present the other day, the southern claim bill, beaten by slim mar gin, would have passed the House Rep resentative. Rlackmon made vigorous
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-24
REPORT CONFIRMED

San Antonio, Tex, March 23-With 8 message from General Bell at Fl Paso be- fore him confirming his report of yester- day that Gen. Luis Herrera had revolted with 2OOO men of the Carranza garrison in Chihuahua, and a collection of evidence from unofficial sources denying the all legged revolt, General Funston was still puzzled tonight as to the exact status of affairs ill Mexico.
 facts concerning Herrera's reported ac- ton, nor did he say how the report was confirmed.
 To offset Genera, Bells statements, messages from Fl Paso quoted General Gavira, commander. at Juarez, and Andres Garcia, Mexican consul at Ell Paso, in
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-24
MOVED RATHER SLOWLY

This was column No 1, consisting of infantry, artillery and cavalry and bur- dened with heavy wagon trains. It moved rather slowly and camped the first night at Palomas filthy village of adob e huts, seven miles below the boundary south of Columbus. Column No. 2 en- tered Mexico from Culberson's ranch, 51 miles south of Hachita, N. M. General Pershing, who had accompanied the first column part of the way to Palomas, re- turned to Columbus the same afternoon, raced to Culberson's in an automobile and taking command of the second, or fly ing column drove it over the desert of Chihuahua in 22 hours actual march, ing time. Official records show that spies dotted the route of the first column but the men of the second had forged their way 50 miles into the country before a single native was. seen; and to the patent surprise of the Mexicans, reached here Friday night; exactly 42 hours after cross
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-24
Situation in Augusta Is Handled by Committee of 50 Citizens-NO Outside Help Needed
5000 HOMELESS AND
 S5,000,000 IS LOST, ,
 LATEST ESTIMATES
Total of $15,000 Subscribed for Relief WOrk-WOrk- men Begin Clearing Away the Debris

Augusta. Ga, arch 23.-With six busi- ness blocks devastated by fire and more than 800 houses destroyed, including resi- dences that had been the pride of this old southern city of beautiful homes Augusta tonight was feeding and housing it's 3o00 homeless without asking aid from the out side world. The flames, wrich were driven by a high wind, swept along Broad street, wiped out part of Cotton Row. where thousands of bales of cotton were stored, and leaped into the residential section last night. hardly had been con trolled after d nine-hour battle early to- day before a citizens committee of J0 met and raised $7425 to feed the homeless and provide tents for such as could not be accommodated in hotels and residences spared by the fire. Tonight the sum had been increased to sl5,0O0, and it was an- nounced that $50,000 would be raised. Word went forth that no outside help would be needed Mayor J. B. Littleton declared moratorium today to aid fire sufferers. and it may extend through several days.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-24
Reported Revolt of Carranza Leader Not Confirmed
 in Capital Yet
NO REPLY YET TO
 RAILWAY REQUEST
Pershing Reported to Have Already Used Road-Putting on the Soft Pedal in Congress-Nothing
 Heard From Tampico

Washington, March 23.-Tension in ad- ministration quarters over the Mexican situation relaxed today in the absence of official confirmation of the report that 2000 Carranza troops at Chihuahua under Luis Herrera had joined Villa. Con flicting unofficial advices from the bor- der, however, caused the state depart Chihuahua and Durengo for immediate re- ports as to the situation in the Torreon region where Herrera was last reported. Slow wire communication south of the border may delay the replies.
 Secretary Bakers reports on the days events on the border were before Presi- dent Wilson when the latter returned to- night from days trip to Phladlphia They were of a reassuring nature, all though they contained nothing positive as to the reported revolt.
 MEASURING REPORTS
 The accumulation of denials of the Her rera report during the day; the safe ar rival of the army motor trucks with the expeditionary forces; the restoration of radio communication with General Persh- ing's forces and the satisfactory progress of diplomatic negotiations with the de facto government served to relieve official anxiety.
 An official denial from Carranza author ities at Juarez that Herrera had revolted was presented to Secretary Lansing in person by Elisea Arredondo ambassador designate of the de facto government. Mir. Arredondo called to continue the con- ference with Counsellor Polk on the pro- posed protocol between the two govern ments covering the operations of Ameri- can troops now in Mexico. The general outline draft of the document has been agreed to and reported to General Car ranza, but details remain to be worked out.
 No reply has yet come from General Carranza to the request that American troops be permitted to use the Mexican Northwestern railway in their pursuit of Villa. Reports from the border said Gen. eral Pershing already was making use of a portion of the line War department ad- vices did not mention this. Officials of both the state and war departments, however. pointed out that 1t was possible General Pershing had reached limited agreement with local MBexican officials under which he was permitted to ship troops or supplies by rail.
 While the agreement sought is for a
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-24
Summary of the News
GENERAL NEWS

GENERAL NEWS Page 1-status of Herrera is puzzle to American officials. First complete story of Mexican i'm Fire-stricken cities occupied with re- lief work. Army increase bill passes House hut nitrate plant is eliminated. COnsuls ordered to report regard ing Herrera. ' No infantry attacks on the western front.
 STATE NEWS Page 2-Supreme court decisions. Cheney is acquitted. Page 1O-News of Bessemer.
 LOCAL NEWS Page J-H. J. Heinz spends day here. Elaborate plans to handle reunion Barrett homes burns in Augusta. Hooper says two parties are best for south. Gentry denies assertion of Barber. Birmingham will hear Pacific rOar by phone. Light response to appeal for funds to, entertain veterans. Page 2-Adjust plumbers ordinance to- day. Page 3--Preparations being made to entertain, real estate dealers. Page 12-Fast work done on adding machines.
 FEATURES Page 2-FOotlfghts and Screen. New York stories by a Birmingham man. HOiland's letter. Page 4-EditOrial comment. Page a--society and Dolly DalrympIe. Page 11-Markets.
 SPORTING NEWS Page 7-New York Yankees leave for Birmingham. Fighters are primed for big match. Barons preparing for battle tOm0r- row.
 Anniston manager signs five Dlayers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-24
VILLA REPORTED
 SURROUNDED

Fl Paso, Tex, March 23.-Mexi- can Consul Garcia announced to- night he had received a telegram from General Bcrtani that Villa was surrounded at Fl Oso, five miles south of Namiquipa, by American and Mexican troops and that decisive battle was immi- nent.
 Bertani's message said the American troops came up follow ing the defeat of Villa earlier in the day by the Carranza forces at Santa GOrtrudes.