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The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-26
S|NN FE|N'S BIC
VICTORY IN IRELAND
SURPRISES PARTY

DUBLIN. Dec. 26. Correspondence Of
the Associated Press. THE Sim Fem
victory over the n~ationalists in the re-
cent parliamentary elections exceeded
the highest hopes Of the Sim Feiners.
II is believed that when the final count
is made on Dec. 20 the Sim Feiners
will have won a majority Of the Irish
seats, In fact, before the election they
had gained rs seats because the ma
~tionalists did not oppose them. =
The Sim Feiners elected will not
take their seats. They win forfeit the
E1b0 which they had to post as an
election fec, and which Is ~returnabIe
only when a member takes his oath
and his scat,
Their immediate purpose, according
to one Of their most prominent lead
ers, IL to convoke an Irish nationalist
assembly early In January. The assem-
bly, would draft n national constitution
for Ireland, which, would he laid before
a conference of all nations,
Complete separation and a republic
wholly Independent Of Great Britain Is
boldly claimed by some Sim Feiners.
Various plans have been suggested to
bring about home rule, but none has
substantial backing from any organ-
lied party in Ireland,
In Ulster. Cardinal Logue was a
leader in organizing opposition to the
followers Of Sir Edward Carson. with
Catholic bishops and others. he allotted
the eight doubtful seats in Ulster equal
" between the Sim Feiners and the
n~ationalists and called upon the sup
porters Of each party to vote against
the Carsonites.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-26
K+FNF1
. A Stubborn Cough /
: LO0sens Right Up ]
! This homemade remedy Is a wonder i
\ for quick results. Easily and \
\ chnanly made. \

Here is a homemade syrup which
millions of people have found to he
= the most dependable means Of breaking
up stubborn coughs. 1t is cheap and
simple, but very prompt in action. I'm.
der its healing, soothing influence.
chest. soreness goes, phlegm l~oosons'
breathing becomes easier, tickling in
throat stops and you get a good nights
resttul sleep. The usual throat and
ehest colds are conquered by it in "a
hours or less. Nothing better for
bronchitis, h~oarseness, Group, whoop.
ing cough, bronchial asthma or winter
coughs.
TO make this splendid cough syrup,
pour ~ ounces Of Pinex into a pinrt
bottle. and fill the bottle with plain
thoroughly. II YOU prefer use cIsri.
fled molasses, honey. or corn svrun.
instead of sugar syrup, Either wav'
you get a full pint-a family supply
OF much better cough syrup than you
GOULD buy ready-made for three times
d dne money oney Keeps Keeps perfectly AND chill
Pinex is a special and highly con.
centrated compound OF genuine Nor.
way pine extract, known the world
eye eyer n for its prompt healing effect upon
To avoid disappointment ask your
druggist Tor "212 ounces of Pinex"
with full objections, and don't accent
anything else. Guaranteed to give alb.
solute satisfaction or money promptly
refunded. The Pinex Co., Ft. Wayne,
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-26
MARINE CH|EFTA|N
URGES NATION TO
RETAIN WOUNDED
Maj Gen. George Barnett,
Back in U. S. From France,
Concerned Over Future
Welfare of War Victims.

HoBoKEN, N. J., Dec. when
Maj.-Gen, George Barnett arrived on
the Leviathan from a three months
visit to France he was full of pride
over the fighting achievements Of the
boys in his forces and his praise Of
them was almost without limit. He is
most concerned, however, over the flu
ed. 3D.
Gen. Barnett, who has been 80 years
in the service of the marines, came
back surer than eVer that they were
the greatest fighting outfit in the world.
They saved Paris, he asserted, for no
one knows what would have happened
had the Germans broke through their
green gray line at Chateau Thierry that
memorable July day when the "sol-
diers and sailors too" held fast and
shattered the best shock lines that the
enemy could send forward.
But-and this he insists upon in a
proud, paternal way-those Of them who
were crippled, who lost legs, arms, eyes
in that glorious victory must be cared
for. They must not now be dismissed
from the service Of their country simply
because Of physical handicaps.
Would Retain Cripples.
And | do not think they will be-"
he said at the Waldorf-Astoria before
he departed for Washington. Il have
advocated, and the surgeon-general and
the secretary of the navy have agreed
with me-, that as many as possible OF
the wounded men be retained in the
service, If they can not be used
for active duty they may be utilized
at barracks, at recruiting offices and
for other light duties. And those who
are partially crippled should be used
and win be, | believe-in navy yards,
naval construction works and so on.
Many know useful trades already.
The others should be taught trades, be
made into machinists, carpenters and
other useful workers. The nation should
never forget these wonderful fighters,
But | ann sure it wi. not, | have been
told by the surgeon-geheral and the sec
rotary of the navy that if any legisla-
ton is necessary to care for wounded
marines it will surely be passed"
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-26
LEARN u. S. CONSUL HELD
IN ROOM BY B0LSHEVIKl

WASHINGTON. Dec. 26.-Urgcnt
messages sent through many channels
when the report reached Washington
that Roger C. Trcdwell, American con-
sui, had been arrested by the Bolshe-
Wiki at Tashkent, in Russian Turke-
stan, brought word today that the con
sui, while in custody, was wen treated,
being confined to his room instead of
In a prison. Efforts to obtain his re-
lease are going forward.
Just what caused the Consdl's arrest
is not known, but 1t may be that the
hostile BolSheyik authorities arrested
him for no other reason than the fact
that he was nm American consular of
fiCcr. The last regular post held by
TIedwell was consul at FetrOErad.
Since his withdrawal from Petrograd
he has been assigned with a rowing
commission to various points In and
near Russia and has made exhaustive
reports TO this government OF COndi-
tons as he found them,
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-26
SERGT. BARTON IS
REPORTED WOUNDED

Sergt. Ted NJ. Barton, 90, son Of Mr..
ard Mrs. J. r. Barton, 2093 Union ave.
nue. and a member of Company A,
ll%th machine gun battalion, 30th di-
vision, was 6assed and slightly wounded
on Oct. II, according to word received
by his parents.
He has written his mother that me
wound consisted Of an injury to his left
WRIST, and that he Is rapidly recovering
from the effects Of the gas.
Before erIisting he mas with y sur
veEing outfit in Mississippi, learning to
he a civil engineer. When 70 Mexican
trouble arose he volunteered with, the
Fifth Nebraska regiment and served In
Mexico with that unit.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-26
BERLIN REICHSBANK
PRESIDENT RESIGNS

LONDON, dec. 2e,-Dr. Rudolf Ha-
venstein, president of the imperial bank
Of Germany (the reichsbank), has re-
signed, according to an Exchange Tele-
graph dispatch from Copenhagen.
DR.. Havenstein became president OF
the r%eichsbank i'm December, 1907. The
reichsbank. under his direction, had
charge of German war finances. He
has been a supporter of the pan-Ger-
mans
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-26
SAFE ARRIVAL OF LOST"
VESSEL Is CONFIRMED

LONDON. Dec, 26.-The safe arrival
at Algoa hay, an African port, Of the
American sailing ship Brynhilda, pre-
vio!siy reported as lost, was confirmed
by Lloyds today,
-
The Brynhilda sailed from New York
Sept. y. Two days later a lifcboat from
the shin vas found off the American
coast. Later laval craft found lumbc~
of the ships cargo. it was generaily be-
lleycd she had struck a mine and so
per cent of the insurance was paid.
The vessel was in command OF Capt
j, y. ~keHnneally, Of Maiden. Mass, and
carried n crew of II.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-26
TREE BURNS WHILE
FAMILY IS FEASTlNG

While the family Of Paul Waggcner,
GA Mississippi avenue. was at dinner
at 1870 O'Clock Wednesday night. the
hogany table, \ valuable scarf and a
rug before it could be eXtingGishcd
Damage estimated at 5000.
1t Is supposed TO have started froI
a candle on the free. Waggeaer, who
is Bertillon expert at central polics
headquarters, says his son. Andrew g.,
aged ., enjoyed the blaze AZ much as
he did The toys Santa brought
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-26
Stop Itching Eczema

Never mind how often you have tried
andfailed, you can stop burning, itching
eczemaquickly by applying alittle zemo
furnished by anydruggistfo for 35c. Extra
large bottle, $1.00. Healing begins the
moment zemo is applied. In a short
time usually every trace of eczema,
letter, pimples, rash, blackheads and
similar skin diseases will be removed.
For clearing the skin and making it
vigorously healthy, always use zemo, the
penetrating, antisepticl liquid. 1t is not a
greasy salve and it does not stain. When
others fail it is the one dependable
treatment for skin troubles of all kinds.
The E. W.. Rose Co., Cleveland. O.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-26
$4,000 MULES AND
HORSES TO BE SOLD

WASHINGTON, Dec. 26.-Forty-flve
Thousand mules and horses, part OF
the army's surplus supply, win be sold
at auction at camps throughout the
country next month. The sales will be
held Jan. 7, IA, 81 and %, and stock
70 be Disposed Of includes cavalry, ar
tllery anh draft horses, mules and
mack Animalx
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-26
France Honors Marines.

All over France, in the bia cities as
well as the little hamlets. the people
OF our sister republic wnen they see a
United States marine take off their hats
aud bow low to him, Gen. Barnett said.
France knows them not only as great
lads" he added. II one loses a leg
he laughs and says he's glad it wasn't
an eye. If one loses an eye he laughs
and says it's lucky it wasn't an arm.
They simply can't be downed. either in
battle or in any other way
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-26
DIR. ANDREWS HERE.

Mai j. L. Andrews. t.. $, A.. said
Thursday that he expects to return to
his dutiee at Camp Beauregard, Alex
1ndria, La. on Jan. /. Dr. Andrews
il4# been spending the holidays with
his family here. ON his return from
lrmy service he will again take w his
duttos Al superintendent Of the city
health department.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-26
MOBILIZATION D

MDNTENlDEO, Uruguay, Dec &c
The government has ordered the mobil.
lzation Of units Of the Uruguayan army
IN face Of threatened labor troubles
throughout the republic, Foreign agi-
%totora, principally Russians. have been
busy for several days cudeavoring to
l0mont a general strike.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-26
Moral Effect.

Congressman-elect Cole, Of the Sth
Ohio district-'I had hoped, and still
hope, that the great struggle ~justSended
sounded the death knell to wars be-
tween or among civilized nations. But
| am constrained to think that civil
zation has not yet attained to that
standard of perfection where it would
he the part of wisdom for a nation to
disarm and depend upon universal hui
mapitarian emotions. | am inclined to
favor universal training, not only as a
means Of national defense but because
of the excellent physical and moral eff
feet upon the young men of the u
try"
Congressman Sanford, Of New York
II greatly fear hat our success in this
war will be misinterpreted to mean
that we can exist without a military
policy. 1t is to be hoped that the in
valuable advantages OF military train
ing that have come to the millions of
men in the service will teach the les.
son that physical fitness, training and
discipline are assets IN peace as well
as In war"
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-26
NEAR AS POSSIBLE.

Two shipwrecked sailors were on a
desert island. They were utterly mis-
cradle, pinched with hunger and cold
The one more wretched than the other
said to his companion, Can you pray,
Bill?"
NO"
Can you sing a hymn"
NO"
Well said the first, lets have
something religious; let's haya y COL
lection"
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-26
''Pitiable Condition"

Congressman Mott, of New York
II believe the war and our u~nprepared-
ness for it should have converted the
opponents to universal military train
ing"
Congressman Wood, of I~ndiana-"I
hope we will never have another war
where the military forces of this coun-
try will have to be called into action,
but in the event we should have, |
want our country prepared to meet it,
and not be found in the pitiable ON
dition that we were found in at the
outbreak of this war. But, If there is
never another war to engage u.s. uni
versal military training will be worth
more than its cost in the making OF
manhood and useful citizenship"
Congressman Johnson, of Washington,
who left his seat in n to join the
army-"My experience in the army dur
ing the last few months has further
convinced me Of the desirability of
military training for the youth Of our
land~ | hope that a plan may be adopt
ed and that the United states may re-
tain the environments already estab-
lished and use them for the universal
training establishment, together with
the great amount of equipment and sup
plies on hand" "a
Senator Watson, of Indiana-"All my
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-26
URGES LAWS TO MAKE
WHEAT PRICE EFFECTIVE

To make effeetiye the wheat nricc
guarantee for the 1918 crop and at
the same time to safeguard the gov
eminent against losses was recommend
cd to congress today by the depart
mcnt of agriculture and the food adj
ministration.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-26

is completely washed out OF the system
by the celebrated Shivar Mineral Water.
Positively guar anteed by money-back
offer. Tastea fine; costs a trifle. De-
livered anywhere by our Memphis
agents, Oliver-Finnie Co. Phone them.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-26

tary preparedness, especially n regular
universal military training, I am in
favor of universal military service, not
alone for military preparedness, but for
the training and discipline it will af-
ford the young men of the country,
thus better qualifying them for citizen
ship in a time of peace as well as pre-
pairing them for service in time of war"
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-26

Wearing a sh~arpshooter's medal and
bringing Several German trophies, Corp.
Theo, Stiffel, of the First marine avia-
ton corps, has returned from France,
where he saw active duty. He is now
at his home, 1853 Stonewall place.
Among other souvenirs from the bat
tie front, Corp. Stiffel brought back the
rifle OF his closest friend who fell in
battle. A German helmet is also among
his trophies.
and saw active service soon afterward.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1918-04-11
A 800 Acre Farm,
For Sale!

In the town OF Cambridge. loo-acrs
meadow. 100 acres pasture. bal. timber
land. can sell the timber right whore
II 10 for $4,000; has large modern
barn and house. % head Of cattle; will
Of horses. 10 hogs. farming tools such
% manure spreader. corn harvester.
sesdsr. lime sower. gasoline engine and
blowsr. sulky pillow. everything Q man
wants on farm. For sale by the
4. ~ OAK REAL ESTATE AGENCY,
CanbstaSes VI
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1918-04-11
FARMS FOR SALE.

NEVER PAID BETTER than It
docs to-day. Would you He to own a
farm and be independents II Pm. SEQ me
Saturday and save the agents commission.
Ny farms vera bought direct for cash at
. low hgure and ! will take your bank
book or house In this city in exchange.
Don't write. but come prepared to do busi-
ness. W. v. FAR. So North Union st..
Burlington. W. %8.d.w.tf.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1918-04-11
NEW HAVEN.

Mrs. Daisy Noonan and two children
Of Ferisburg are guests of Mrs. Noon
ans mother. Mrs. ]. l.. Potter.-Robert
Partch Of Burlington spent the week.
end with his parents, Mr.. and Mrs. F.
NJ. Partch.-Robert Parker is i'll with
pneumonia.-Mrs. Ida Wilson was home
over Sunday from her school in Bristol.
Mr.. and Mrs. Clarence Kingsley of
Bristol were in town Sunday.-Howard
Rose and family of Vergennes were
guests Sunday of Hiram Thompson
Several from town attended the prize
speaking in Middlebury Monday night.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1918-04-11
SOUTH STARKSBORO.

Drew Varney. accompanied by a friend
from Burlington, are guests Of his par
ents.-George Reese Of Ferrisburg re-
ceived word Of the death Of his son,
George. Jr., at Camp Greene, N. c. They
formerly lived here.-Mrs. Arthur Atkins
is i'll. Mrs. Abbie johnson is with her.
Mr.. and Mrs. Harold Little are the par
ent Of a daughter. born Saturday. Mrs
Little was Miss Hattie Steadman and
formerly lived here.-Mrs. Walter Kim
ball is ill.-Orville Estes has had a tel
ephone installed in his creamery and Is
ready to take cream.-Mrs. Frank Kim
ball and two children Of Middlebury are
at Walter Kimballs.-Richard Delong OF
Bristol Is at the home of his daughter
Mrs. Cullen Shattuck.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1918-04-11
ADDISON.

Carl Bruson Of Los Angeles CAL, has
been recent guest of Mr.. and Mrs.
Stanton Cross. He has gone to West Ad-
olson to see his mother.-Roland Crane
has been spending a few days at home.
but returned on Monday to his school in
Barre.-Mrs. Thomas is not as well.-
The Rev. and Mrs. Boardman returned
home Saturday.-It was bird night" at
Grange Friday evening and a very in
teresting program was carried out. w.
G. Watt Of Vergennes was present and
gave talk on birds.-Miss Harriet
Smith Of Stratford, Conn. is at home or
vacation with her parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. s. E. Smith.-Mr. and Mrs Russell
Smith are expected home this week.
Mrs. S. +. Smith and daughter Harriet
Smith. were in Burlington last week.
The town clerks office Is being moved to
its new quarters.-Mr. and Mrs. L. M.
Gage spent last week at their farm
Little Marjorie Cross has been on the
sick list.-The youngest son of Mr.. and
Mrs. Joseph Chamberlin is seriously Ill
with pneumonia and has trained nurse.
Mrs. Brothers of Rutland Is the guest
of Mr.. and Mrs. Amos Bodette-Word
has been received from Earl Putnam that
he is Ill in hospital in Texas.-Mrs. Jo-
seph st. Glare is ILL.,, threatened with
pneumonia.-Little Robert Smith Is on
the sick list.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1918-04-11
NORTH FERRISBURG.

Arthur williams died In Springfield April
1. His body was brought to the home Of
A. p. Williams where the funeral was
held Thursday, April 4, at 100 p. m. The
Rev. F. M. Hagadorn offlciated. Mrs. C.
s. Martin and Miss Frances Wheeler sang
three selections. The bearers were Charles
Parker, Henry Bushey, Edward and Ed
win Perkins, James and Heman Higbee,
The casket was covered with beautiful
flowers, sent by his shopmates. his cous-
ms, Mrs. Carl Field and members Of his
family Burial was in the Friends ceme-
terry. Arthur williams was Is years Of
age and had spent most Of his life In this
place.-Mr. and Mrs. Harold Little are
bereaved over the loss Of their infant
daughter. James Field has returned
to her home in this village.-Mrs. Amelia
| Coleman Is in town for a few days.-An all
day meeting Of the Ladies' Aid was held
at the parsonage Observation-Disclosures
Hand is i'll with mumps.-Mr. and Mrs.
Henry Dean are visiting in New York
city.-Mrs Jennie Plant has returned
from visiting her son, Leroy. at Camp
Devens-Mrs. and Mrs. Henry Bessett are
visiting their daughter, Mrs. Barton, in
New York city.-Mabel Miller was in
town, Sunday.-william Williams OF
Monkton is visiting in town.-Mrs. p. F
White is at the Mary Fletcher hospital
Mrs. Williams sent the past week with
her daughter. Stella, in Monkton.-Iola
Thompson spent Sunday with Mr.. and
Mrs. L. A .Elliot.-George Sheriff. has re.
turned to his work in Chateaugay, N. Y
Mrs. Joseph Stone is ill.-Mr. and Mrs
Charles Miller were in Shelburne Sunday
Mr.. and Mrs. Homer B. Chase visited
in Waltham Sunday.-Mrs. William Dean
who has had a sever cold, Is better.-The
Ladies' Aid will serve a pan cake supper
at the church vestry Friday.-Next Sun.
day is the last Sunday of the conference
year. There is deficit in the church
benevolences, the loose collection Sunday
will go to make that up A liberal offering
is desired. The subject of the morning
sermon will be one of st. Paul's exhorta'
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1918-04-11

Juniors for next Sunday is. Every Day
a Fresh Beginning; leader. Anna Nc
Cormick. A drawing by Edward DEMO
will be followed by story by JOY Kill
bourn. Margaret DEMO will play the
offertory. Collectors, Myra Farr and
Alice DEMO; song by Ruth Morales.-
Mrs. Asa Burns of Burlington is the
guest of her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Arden
M. Lawrence Mott Is ill-Miss
Fern Shattuck of Rutland visited her
mother. Mrs. Otto Shattuck. Tuesday and
Wednesday. -Mr. and Mrs. George Hamil-
ton have moved into Fred McClunin's
house on North street.-Mrs. Josephine
Brown has returned from Miami, Fla,
where she spent the winter.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1918-04-11
PANTON.

The Red Cross society will meet Fri
day with Mrs. Friend Adams. Mrs. T.. F.
Trask entertained the society last Fri
day.-Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Stage visited
their son Perley at Townline last week.
Miss Mary Dalton went Monday to Bur-
lington. where she expects to have cata-
racts removed from her eyes. She was
accompanied by Ira Shedrick. at whose
home she passed the winter. They made
the trip with Wesley Jackman In his
automobile.-The service at the Baptist
Church will be held in the main room.
Sunday the date for the annual childrcn's
party will be announced, to which all
children will be invited. Last Sunday the
Rev. 8. H. Myers spoke very earnestly
on the great duty of purchasing Liberty
Loan bonds
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1918-04-11
FOR RENT.

A PLEASANT THREE-ROoM FURNISHED
FLAT. Just htted up. steam heat, electric
lights. private entrance and use of bath
and porch; will rent to adults only. So
North Union st. S6,d.w.tf.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1918-04-11
HELP WANTED.

GIRLS WANTED to stitch overalls and
coats on power machines; steady work and
good wages; we pay by the day to be gin
ners H. w. Carter & Sons Lebanon,
NJ H. S2,6t4
4 COOK wanted at the Homo for Desti.
ture Children. References required.
l6.wtf
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1918-04-11
HORSES AND LIVESTOCK.

SEVEN YOUNG cows, fresh or soon to
freshen. one fancy Guernsey and six Hol-
stems. for sale. Luther A. Bates, Shell
burne, VI. S7,8t,w,1t.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1918-04-11
MONKTON.

Clayton Alger Is Ill with measles.-Mrs.
Alice Truedo is visiting her daughter,
Catherine Comstock.-Mrs. H. l.. Lang
way Is in poor health.-A birthday party
was given to Sedgwick Preston Saturday
evening In honor of his 10th birthday
The DR.. Morgan company, which held a
weeks series Of shows here. presented
stella Cross Monday night case of sill
YER, she having received the most votes
In the popular lady contest.-Mr William
SHERRY of North Ferrisburg returned
Sunday after passing few days with her
daughter. Mrs. Fred McEntee.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1918-04-11
Burlington Veterinary Hospital
10 Pine st.. Burlington. W.
SurRann and PhYaician.

Graduate Grand Rapids Veterinary
College. 1909. Latest equipment for
all animal surgery. including equine
ana canine operating tables Phone