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The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
FAMOUS BOARDWALK
MINISTER At MISSION
Atlantic City Pastor to Speak at tho
Union Mission This Evening.

Chaplain Robert A. Ellwood OF the
famous boardwalk church at Atlantic
City will speak at the Union mission
service this evening.
Chaplain Ellwood is an eloquent
speaker and has great oratorical ability,
and will present word picture of the
gospel. bringing every fact home in a
vivid manner. 1t is a great privilege
to hear him. and all should avail Them
selves of the opportunity Of being at
the Union mission this evening.
Superintendent q. w. Cory will have
charge Of the services. and Miss Alice
Wilkinson of the Vance Memorial
church Of Woodsdale will render n vocal
solo. All arc invited to attend The
services start ut S o'clock p. NJ.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
Revenue Collector Is
Found Dead In Office

SOUTH BEND. Ind. Nov. 2S.-Peter
]. Kruger. chief collector of revenue for
the 18th district. was found dead in his
office here today by Frederick Coker.
jantor Of the federal building.
Mr.. Kruger was crouched in his office
chair, holding n string Of beads in his
right hand which was held across his
breast while a letter addressed to his
wife lay on the desk by his side. The
cause OF his death is unknown.
Mr.. Kruger had bccn taking treatment
for rupture from which he had been
suffering painfully and which Is believed
by friends to have caused his death. The
letter to Mrs. Kruger will not be opened
by Coroner Wagner until after Mrs.
kruger has been consulted.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
c,a,rn valley Honors.

As a result of the Is to druooing
given Wheeling High school ThanksgiY-
Ing day at the Island fair grounds, the
Beilaire High school football warriors
have the best claim to the valley hon
urs. No doubt Martins Ferry will dis.
pute this claim. However. rne Red
and Black has not lost a single contest
70 a team in the Ohio Valley Athletic
Association. True enough, they played
Martins Ferry to a scoreless tie. How
ever. comparative scores where they
can be made show the locals have the
edge Also Martins Ferry refused to
play Wheeling High without just reas-
on, having purely broken their contract
rather than meet the Cold and Blue.
Cambridge High beat the Ferry by a
score Of - to o and Wheeling held the
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
Manv Annlicat,ons Received,

That a large number of the former
soldiers of this vicinity are willing and
anxious to take advantage of the offer
of Wanc;a Tribe. No. rs. Of the Improved
Order Of Red Men. Of initiation into tho
order absolutely free Of the regular fees
is indicated by the large number of APP
plicatlons offered at the meeting held In
the Fratcrnul Hall last night and ii IS
probable that many more than the num-
Der originally suggested will be anxious
to enter the coming class.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
Martins Ferry News
South Fourth
street STR
AlbcrtW Correspondent
TWELVE YORKv|L[E MILLS
START OPERATION MONDAY
rolled up a total Of l45 points against
all their opponents for the season.
interesting Service Promised.

Prof. Wendell Clcland. who is an in
structor in the American university AT
Cairo. Egypt, and who was present IN
Jerusalem when 1t was taken by Gen.
AlIcnby during the war. will preach at
the United Presbyterian church tomor-
row morning on americas Interest in
the Near East"
An illustrated lecture accompanied by
lantern slides on Making the World
New" Will be the feature Of the evening
service,
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
Former Resident Here.

Mr.. and Mrs. Tallman Waller, who
were former residents Of this vicinity,
but left for the west about thirty-nne
years ago. and who arc present residents
of Lincoln. Ncb.. are spending short
visit with their nieceS. Miss Blanche Sea-
right and Mrs. Edward Dichl. Of this
city. The visitors state that there have
been many changes III this section sine"
they resided here. but the west is far
ahead of the cast in every respect. This
is their first visit TO their old home in
thIrty-ninc years.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
Chronic Rheumatism
Is Not Dangerous
It Is, However, Very Painful
and if Not Properly and
Promptly Treated tho.
Trouble viii Return
and Eventually
Cripple You.

Chronic Rheumatism Affects the
hips, shoulders, knees and other
large Joints. Sometimes It 70 con-
fined to just one joint. Again It may
travel from one part to another part
Of the body.
The attacks cease and for weeks
there is no re-appeafance or the
trouble-the patient Is seemingly
we'll. The pains return. however.
and unless the proper treatment 10
used. the sufferer becomes . rheu'
matte cripple.
If you are now nursing q rheu-
matte knee, shoulder. or some otner
Joint, or have suffered In tie past
from this trouble, you should do
something at once to prevent future
attacks.
There Is no treatment better suited
for the relief Of Chronic Rheuma-
tism than Plough's Prescription c.
1929. This treatment contains some
Of the most valuable medicinal In
gradients known to the medical pro-
fcssion; in fact. 1t was for years
used by a successful doctor.
Plou CHS. Prescription C-3zs3 10
supplied in concentrated liquid form
to be taken in small doses: IL actS
directly on the blood-elirninating
nil the impurities that arc causing
the aches and pains.
AS it Is very important that the
liver be active and the bowels open,
2e23 Liver Pills arc recommended
for use in connection with tho liquid
Prescription Treatment.
So great Is the faith Of the manu-.
facturcrs in Plough's Prescription
G 22o3 that they will refund tbs
nricc maid for two $3.50 bottles. Il
satisfactory relief Is not secured By
the patient.
Your druggist should be able to
supply you with Plough's Prcscrip.
ton C-5223 at $3.50 bottle: 2233
Liver Pills at csc: or the 22e3 Lab.
oratCry. Memphis. Tenn. will send
both prepaid on receipt Of $l.76.
Write for sample Of pills and leaflet
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
TO Draft Franchise,

Members Of tie ordinance committee
OF city council will meet with City
Solicitor Chester &. Sedgwick this AFTER
noon at the city building at which time
it is planned to draft franchise ordi-
nance in connection with the Traction
company controversy which has existed
for nearly two years. The intentions
of the officials is to draft a franchise
that dooes not take advantage of the
Traction company and one that will be
acceptable to the city.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
Teachers Entertained.

The members Of the Primary depart
ment of the United Presbyterian church
Of this city. were the guests of the
teachers Of the department. at n social
affair which was held in The church par
lors on North Fourth street last night.
4 special program OF ADJUSTMENTS which
had been planned. WAS carried out. and
refreshments were served at the close
Of the evening.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
Interesting Social Affair.

Quite a large number Of the young
folks Of ST. Anthony's church OF TINS
city were present at the dance and social
affair which was given at the Ceoai
hall on the Island. under the auspices or
the young ladies OF the church. An rH-
cellent iazz orchestra furnished a fine
program of dance music which was high
ly enjoyed.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
Road Sttll Bad.

Attention has been repeatedly calico
to the condition OF the Cadiz pike, IN
this city. which is gradually becoming
worse. and will before long be entirely
unfit for travel by pedestrians. No et-
fort has been made by those in authority
to make repairs TO the road. and stilts
will be required by the residents In ti.ft
vicinity before the arrival Of Spring.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
DISCOUNT PERIOD T..
WILL END TODAY


Today is the last day for the pay.
discount will be allowed. Sheriff How
ard Hastings announced yesterday that
his office will be open tonight until
D. m. in order to give all a chance to
pay their taxes and take advantage OF
the discount period.
Yesterday was record day In collec-
tions Of taxes in the office Of the city
treasurer. Treasurer w. D. Robertson
announced that over $4,000 was paid
in yesterday in city and school taxes.
This Is the largest sum ever collected
in any one day in the history Of tho
city. so far rs the recollection OF city,
officials reach. uAo i.a -
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
Bnrd Fureral Services.

The funeral services for the late MIS-
Oliver Burd, who died at her home on
South Eighth street. following lengthy
illness, were conducted from the place OF
death Yesterday afternoon at ESQ O'Clock
in charge Of Rev. l.. s. Rose. pastor OF
the First Methodist church. lntertnch'
followed in RiYcrview cemetery.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
SORE, ITCHING
BROKEN-OUT skin
needs POSLAM
II there arS any raw. broke

places on youf skin that burn, itch
and aggravatc apply Poslam right on
then-it cannot harm-and enjoy it's
benefits which. are yours So easily
Feel It's soothing healing Influence. IF
YOU suffer from eczema You should
know ut once what Pcelam can do for
you. 1t Is your dependable remedy for
any eruptional disorder; p!mp,'S. rash.
scalp-scalc. Poslam is quali,y--hCalins
power. concentrated.
Sold everywhere. For free sample
write TO Emergency Laboratories, 243
West 47th St. wv York city.
ANnd POGlam Soan. h'in% m"diCnt"h
with PoSlam Will hru"!it your skin
while used daily for toilet and bath.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
Bay Awnings now cheaper than later
TIL 6s3, Wheeling TENN q Awning Co.

Bellaire High schools football team
winners over Wheeling High school by
the score Of Is TO 0 will not play any
more contests this season. Many were
hopeful that the locals and Martin =
Ferry would play a post season con-
test, since these two eleysns had play
ed TO a tleless score. Speaking or the
matter last night Superintendent Mel.
son said that the regular schedule OF
the Red and Black had been carried out
and that there would be no more con-
tests this season. The schedule Is con-
sidered ended.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
rerrv High's Record.

There arc few football teams IN tho
state that have q record that will equal
that Of the local high school team for inc
entire season. The team has permitted
only one Of their opponents to cross their
line, and have tied another with neither
making a score Cambridge made nine
teen points against the Ferry team and
this is the only score made against them
during the season. while the locals nave
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29

The Bellaire Athletics foutpall team
Indiana IN play the World War Veteran
eleven of that place on Sunday. Man
ager McGaughcy will take a strong
team TO Fort Wayne. for this contest
and he expects to return 10 bclIalre
Monday with a victory TOT the IoCais,
Several college players VIII appear in
the local lineup.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
Started some Rough House.

Because his wages at the Yorkville
mill had been attached for n bill by tho
proprietor of the foreign restaurant IN
the North End, Gus Mike called At tho
place of business with the intention Of
cleaning the place out. and he had about
succeeded when the police arrived and
carried him to the calaboose to face his
honor. Mayor Ralstoh on u charge OF
fighting.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
Planning Dollar Social.

The committee from the members or
the Ladies' Aid society Of the flrst
Methodist church are rounding into
form, their plans for the. Dollar Social
which will be given for the members ana
friends of the congregation. IN the
church in Kirkwood, Friday evening,
December 4th, and the affair promises To
be elaborate,
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
Fish and Game Meeting.

One Of the most largely attended and
Interesting meetings Of the Belmont
County Fish and Game Protective ass"cl-
alton. since the organization, was held In
the Rifle club rooms in the Hcinlcln
building last night. All of the routine
business rs we'll as several matters OF
Importance concerning the protection
and propagation of game in the county
were discussed.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
rntertaInAtl Friends,

Miss Mildred James was the char'hinh
hostess to 4 large party or trichuS at
social affair nj her home on zane s'''''
last night. The evening was spent at
vorirtv Of interesting social diversions,
and q tempting luncheon was the closlhe
feature OF the evening.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
Arranging Fcr Christmas.

The approach of the Christmas season
is shown in this city. by number of the
local merchants. who have already stnrt-
cd arranging their holiday stock for dis
play. Unless there is some immediate
change in the industrial situation III the
near future. the holiday will lack its US
ual cheer.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
Council Meeting Tuesday.

The last meeting Of the village coun-
Gil for the year and incidentally the last
meeting in which the present members
IF iha, body will participate, will be held
at the Municipal building on Main street
Tuesday evening of the coming week.
md all of tho business OF tf> year VIII
be. dISplScd of ut that time.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29

Announcement is made or a meeting
TO be held Monday evening Of those Car
negie steel plant workers, who desire
10 return to their work again. The
meeting will be held at the Majestic
theatre or at Turner hall. All mill
workers are invited 10 the meeting as
important reports will be given.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
Another Affair Dec. 18th.

The second Of the series OF square
dances by the members OF the booSler
committee Of the Rcd Men OIL 'hiS ~!
last night met with such success, ''.'S
the committee made arransehenIs W
hnIa .rnther affair Of the same kind on
thursday evening, December 18th
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
Hald To Grand jury.

Robert Furby. eN-soldier OF Dayton
was arrairned before Squire Mason late
yeste rday on charge of passing wostA,
less checks He pleaded not guilty @nt,
was held 10 the grand jury under DohS
of $500. He was unable To 1urh,Sn
bond and was taken to the county JAZZ
at ST Clairsyille. Furby passed cneckS
on a Dayton bank. but had no FUNDS
there He served nineteen months win
the, Rainbow division in France in the
recent war. He served three enlist
ments PREVIOUSLY.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
Etreneu Meeting.

The usual weekly meeting or the MEM
bcrs Of the Fire department has been
called to take place at their quarters IN
the city building tomorrow afternoon
and all Of the members Of the organlza'
ton have been urged TO attend.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
Hold Social Event,

Members OF the Mems Bible class of
the First Methodist Episcopal church
held q social event in the church base
ment last night. A committee had
charge Of the entertaining. Games and
music formed the diversions and ;
luncheon was served
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
X-Et Dauce.

Most Of the members Of the popular
E-High club OF this city. were present AT
the annual Thanksgiving dance and SOC
ial affair which was held in the ElkS
club building on North Fourth street last
night. and spent a very enjoyable even
ing.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
Final ADD earnnce.

Worrcll's Nirgin,a EclleS, who have
been dclighting good crowds al the New
Pastime theatre VIII make their final
appearance before a local audience to-
night. The company is said to be the
best seen here for some time.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
u,.torv special Again.

The William Fox Victory specia' en-
titled Broken Commandments "'e'
attracted such good crowds to the Fen
raw theatre last night, will again be
shown this afternoon and evening.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
Entertained Class,
Member

Members of the Peter Gordon Bible
class Of he FIRST Methodist Episcopal
church were delightfully."- entertained
last night by Mrs. james Lawrence at
her home on Franklin street
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
again. The Pultney township schools
will all resume as usual
Got More Food

Another big consignment OF FOOD Tor
distribution among the striking car
nccie steel plant employees was receiE-
tributcd at the city building auditorium.
The food was brought here from Wheel
inr in O large autUmobil" truck.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
1o,r,r rA11. To READ

PREDICTIONS OF Grass WIDOW" the
latest fiction serial stories by Miss Jane
Dixon, to appear Monday, WEDNESDAY
and Saturday In The Wheeling 1nseAn-
qencer. Order your subscription today.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
ShndYside Notes.

Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Gamble and daugh-
tiers, Misses Uilda and Edna. visited rel
ativcs at JacUbsburg on THANKSGIVING
Day. n..
On next Tuesday evening the Presby-
terian Woman's Home and Foreign MIS-
eiOuary Society will have its annual
thanks Offering service. The, meeting
Is to he held IN the church and all per-
sons interested arc invited.
woudsfield relatives on Thanksgiving
Day.
t.rdav with friends in Youngstown.
McSsrs. William Rist and Samuel
Christman were guests OF friends in
WnudSfirld ON Thursday.
Private Ell:S Johnson who has been
at his home here for two weeks on leave
will return early next week TO Camp
Sheridan. H., where he is stationed.
Mrs. Farley and son, William Farley:
the lattcr'S wife. were holiday guests
at the home Of her daughter. Mrs. Chas.
WhItmorr. Of South Lincoln avenue.
I.ittlr Miss Mary Beatty, daughter of
Mr.. and Mrs. Joseph Beatty, OF West
Forty-firSt street. was 4 charming
hostess TO about thirty playmatcs on
Thursday afternoon. The event ccle-
br;.trd the LITTLE girls seventh birthday
anniversary and she was the recipient
o. many pretty gifts.
Mrs. Person Pickett. Of North High
land avenue is spending the latter part
If IL" week with relatives at Arm
stronE's Mills.
Mr. and Mrs. 4. r. McMurry. Of
Mouudsvil!v and Miss lilZel Bowen, of
IIarlaud luwL were THANKSGIVING
guests OF MIR. and Mrs. Charles Bowen
uf Lincoln avenue.
Miss Edith Ward wished her cousin,
Mrs. Floyd Latham. of Bethesda, on
Tha nlSgiviur bay.
Mr.. and Mrs. Albert Ross and sons, of
Muuud$villc. spent Thursday with rela-
lives here.
Miss BrSs Workman. of Central ave-
nue., viii return tomorrow from Kent,
whore she spent the holiday with for
mer school friends of Kent Normal
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
BELLAIRE NEWS

Cambridge eleven to a tie. Bellaire
beat Wheeling IS to 0. These compara-
tive scores give the Red and Black o
81 point lead over the Ferry team.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29

ern thriller entitled "A Sage Brush Ham,
let" starring the interesting william
Desmond. This is the very latest pI0-
duction, and abounds with thrills and
Embarrassing stunts.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
school Resumes Monday.

Local schools will resume again Mon
day morning after being closed since
Wednesday afternoon for the Thanks
giving vacation. Both public and
parochial schools in the city will resume
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
BRIDGEPORT

Leave news items for The 1ntelli-
gcncer at Hickcy's News stand.
Selby & Reeds Drug Store or the
Bridgeport Hardware Company.
Albert w. Otto, Local Correspondent
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
"a Sarchrnsh Hamlet

Tho patrons # tho Family theatre on
Lincoln avenue in this city will be treat
cd to something extra III the great west
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
lad Edge on Wheeling.

Bcllaire and Wheeling High school
football teams have been playing the
Turkey day contest. since 1913. In
1912 Wheeling High and Martins Ferry
High played their final Turkey day
battle and Bellaire played the first
Thanksgiving game against Wheeling
in 1913. The two teams have met six
times since 1913. there being no game
in 1915, when William Parker died
Since the two schools began playing the
big Turkey day battle the results have
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29
SHADYSIDE


The Light Bearers. Mrs. Wiley's class
of the Presbyterian Sabbath school Wlli
meet this afternoon with little MISS
Emma Dunfcr At her home on Lincoln
avenue. The president. MISS LeoHoie
TalI will direct the devotional exercises
of prayer. song and scripture reading:
Who Gave His Life to Cod Ruth WHIT
more; big Brother Bansi." Elenor Auit;
"'Thrir Thanksgiving Principles" Helen
Smith: srntcnc" prayers and special
music will conclude the program, after
which the girls Will enjoy n social hour
with games. music and lunch. ana
story. The Little Bride" by Mrs. wiley.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-11-29

fS1s-B. II. So; W. H. 8. o.
1s15-No game.
19ls-B. H. S. s: W. Fl. s.. 0.
1917-W. H. s., 10: b. II. s., o.
191S-B. Fl. s., 6: W. II. S.. o.
l91s-B. II. S., IS: w. II. s.. o.
Totals-B. H. s.. As; w. II. S., 10.
The Caldwell tribune. [volume] (Caldwell, Idaho Territory [Idaho]) 1883-1928, 1919-04-25

higher than for the same month in
1918 and 40 more than in 1917.
(2) Retail business is showing i'm
provement from week to week and
there is less of hand-to-mouth buying
by wholesalers and retailers.
60 There is noticeable accelera-
ton of advertising activities
ca There is a significant tone of
finality in epressions on the wage
level question There seems to be a
general belief that wages should re-
main unchanged.
(5) Building statistics indicate
clearly there is a gradual improve
ment. Municipal building permits in
| November were but per cent of nor
NAL, in December they were 10 per
cent, in January 20 per cent, while in
February they were from IS to 40 per
cent
To- Building materials and labor
have not increased in proportion with
other commodities, or with the cost
of living.
/ Of special significance in this con
nection is the promise of unprecedent
ed prosperity for the agricultural sec
tons of the country. Private reports
from the grain districts indicate tina
the official estimate of the depart
ment of agriculture, for winter whea
crop of 837,O0O0O0 bushels will be ia
exceeded. Under particularly unfavor
; able soil and weather conditions arts
before the winter wheat crop is har
vested, it is confidently expected tina
,, at least oOO,O00,000 bushels will b
garnered. With the possibility OF
spring wheat crop of $50, 100000 bush
els, it may be calculated that the roti
outturn will be in the neighborhoo
of 1,25O,000,0O0 bushels, which q
! S2.26 per bushel means return to tn
t, farmers of $2,825,000,00O. 1t is no.
! apparent that the taxpayers will hav
: to foot a much smaller bill on accour
5 of the guaranteed price than was G.
y pected when the law was up for di
cussion. Wheat and flour shipment
reached new high record in the wee
of April 10, and there are no signs y
u of an abatement in the demand b.
Q tween now and harvest time in r.
II ropean countries.