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The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1921-01-05
FINAL SUPPLEMENT

rake notice that on the 10th day of
January, 1921, will render final ac
count or my acts and doings as Admin
lstrator OF the estate Of Jane Presley
deceased, in the office OF the Judre Of
froDatc OF Laurcns county. at II
O'Clock, a. m. and on the same day
VIII apply for final discharge from
my trust as Administrator.
Any person indebted to said estate
is notified and required to make paw
mcnt on that date; and all persons
having claims against said estate will
present them on or before said date,
duly proven or be forever barred.
A. G. TODD,
Administrator (with will annexed)
Dec. 30, 1920 mo.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1921-01-05
FINAL SUPPLEMENT

Take notice that on the 2atb d,,
OF January, 1921, will render y final
accouA' OF my acts and doings as Ad-
,n''iis' razor or The estate Of Jane Pres
ley, deceased in the office Of tho
Juose OF Probate of Laurncs county at
- CLOCK. a. m. and on the same day
VIII Apply for final discharge from
nv trust Us Administrator.
Ahy person indebted to said estate
- ho''''cd ana required TO make pay
,''ont on that date; and all persons
h"Nlh& claims against said estate will
,'"Seh' them on or before said date.
duiy proven or be forever barred.
a. c. TODD,
Administrator
~ 90 w With Will Annexed.
.'' l'-V. A24-1mO
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1921-01-05
GRENEYILLE WIDOW
RUNS FOR OFFICE
Mrs. Scott would Succeed Late Hus-
band. Election Held Soon.

Mrs. Scott would Succeed Late Hus-
baud. Election Held Soon.
Grecnyille, Dec. 29.-At the earnest
solicitation Of literally hundreds of
friends throughout the city and coun-
ty, Mrs. Fannie Davis Scott, widow of
Probate Judge Walter NJ Scott who
wSs killed In an automobile accident
last Sunday, tonight announced that
.she will accept the Office Of probate
Judge to All the two years OF her late
Husbands uneXpired term, If elected
by the people at the special election
To be called by the governor. Mrs.
Scott was assistant to her husband
during the SIX years he served as Judge
OF probate, and her friend; contend
that she Is we'll qualified for tho place.
If elected, it is believed that shc will
be the first woman county official In
South Carolina
Mrs. Scott, who was slightly in
tnred in the accident which cost her
husband his life, said tonight that IL
chosen by the people, she would ac-
cept the Office chiefly as token OF
esteem for her husband. Her decla-
ration came after much pressure had
been brought to bear upon her by
newspapers and the public.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1921-01-05
a TONIC

urove's Tasteiess chill Tonic restores
Energy and Vitality by Purifying and
EnrlchinG the Blood. When you feel its
strengthening, invigorating effect see how
1t brings color to the cheeks and how
1t improves the appetite you will then
appreciate It's true tonic value.
Groves Tasteless chill Tonic is simply
iron and Quinine suspended in syrup. So
pleasant even children like 1t. The blood
needs QUlNINE to Purify it and IRON to
Enrich 1t. Destroys Malarial germs and
Grip germs by its Strengthening, Invigor-
ating Effect. 60c.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1921-01-05
NOTICE OF REGISTRATION.
Stale OF south Carolina,
County OF Iuurrn.


Notice is hereby given that Books
OF registration for the registration Of
electors for the Municipal Election 10
DC hcid on January %, 1921, for Mayor
OF the City of Lanrcns vii! be closed
at II O'Clock noon, on Friday, the l4th
day Of January, 1921.
the said books are open at the Office
OF the undersigned in Laurcns South
Carolina, and the production of a Ger
tliicate Of registration from the Board
or Registration Of the County emitting
lhe applicant to vote in polling pre-
cinct within the incorporated limits
OF the City OF Laurens shall be CON
dtlon prerequisite to obtain a ccrtif-
cate of registration for the Municipal
Election and the applicant must be a
male citizen OF this State and of the
united States, twcnty-onc years OF
age, or more; a resident of the State
:" two years, or more; a resident OF
J"n County for one year, or more; and
a resident Of the City for four months,
Or more; and the applicant must have
paid all taxes assessed against him.
due and collcctible for the fiscal year,
1920.
r. e. BABB,
Supervisor OF Registration
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Citations for Letters of Administration

Citations for Letters Of Administration
State Of South Carolina,
County Of Laurens.
BY 0. G. Thompson, Probate Judge:
Whereas Wick l.. Garrett made suit
to me to grant him Letters Of Admin
istration Of the Estate and effects OF
Cloda Garrett
Thes are, therefore, to cite and ad-
monish all and singular the kindred
and creditors OF the said Cloda Gar
rett, deceased, that they be and ap-
pear before me, in the Court Of Pre-.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1921-01-05
Farmer Loses Heavily in Fire.

Anderson. Jan. 1.--Pat O'Neai lost
his barn. corn crib and 800 bushels OF
corn by fire. Mr.. O'Neal lives about
hve miles vest Of the city Two auto
mobiles were also burned UP and some
feed stun. There was somc insurance
but Mr. ONeal estimates that bis loss
will exceed the insurance by about
$4,000.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1921-01-05
No Worms in a Healthy Child

All children troubled With Worms have IN un-
healthy color. which indicates poor blood and as
rule. there Is more or css stomach disturbance
HKoVES TASTELESS CHILL TONIC given regu-
larry for two or three weeks will enrich the blood
improve the Digestion and act as general Strength
ening Tonic to the whole system. Nature will then
throw off dsDcl the worms and the Child viii be
in perfect hcalth Pleasant to take. 60c per bottle
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'soss sess
Local and Personal Mention.

Miss Bessie Crews spent several days
with friends in Newberry last week.
Mrs. G. r. Milan, Of Greenwood 10
visiting Mr. and Mrs. p. b. Davenport
for few days.
Miss Mary Ferguson has returned to
the city after spending some time in
Atlanta.
Mrs. II. e. Copeland has returned
TO the city after spending some time
with her brothers in Hamlet, N. C.
The Wednesday Club meets this af-
ternoon at $3.50 o'clock with Mrs. II. S
Blackwell
MISS Myra Steadman, OF Greenvillc
'%as the guest of Miss Floridc Moore
for the past week
MISS Ancttc Klugh, member Of the
Columbia high school set, returned TO
her home Sunday after pleasant visit
with her cousin, Miss Floridc Moore
Mrs. w. e. Barre and Misses Nav
Dell and Edna Barre, OF Grcenville
spent Christmas day in the city with
Mrs. w. II. Moore.
Mr.. and Mrs. G. II. Armstrong and
Miss Margaret Wright spent part Of
Christmas in Charleston with their
sister, Mrs. Smith.
Mrs. w r. Richcy, Jr., ard daughter.
sarah, leit yesterday for Columbia,
where they wilhelm Capt Richcy 1t
Camp Jackson.
MISS Al!iene Crews has returned TO
the city after visiting Mr.. and Mrs.
John w. Crows in Columbia for scv-
cral days.
Miss Maudie Mae Jcssoc who gradu-
atea at Brenm college in Juno. has, re-
turned 70 her studies after spending
The holidays with her parents, Mr. and
Mrs. L. G. Jcssee
After spending the Christmas holi-
days with homcfoiks, Miss Mario
Mahon has returned to resume hol'
work as teacher in the Pepper school
and Miss Elizabeth Mahon as student
at the Grecnvillc Woman College.
Robert Aiken, otherwise known as
'Scuti," has decided ito postpone his
collegiate Efforts for awhile and will
not return to Davidson college. In
stead ho has taken up work in tho
Lanrcns National Bnnk, whoro he Is
counting the surplus cash OF its pros
tDerous customers
Mrs J.I ColemGD and daughter
Miss Eva Coleman, have returned to
the city from North, where the latter
has been teaching, aDd are NOW occu-
pying their home on Irby avenue
Miss Coleman was forced to give up
her work, which became too strenuous
for 1er health.
Miss Floride Moore entertained in
honor of her house guests, Miss Janette
Khhgh, of Columbia, Miss Myra Stead
man, of Grccnvillc, and Miss Margaret
Knight, of Laurcns, Tuesday evening
where progressive conversation and
dancing was enjoyed The house was
prcttily decorated with Christmas
decorations. About ten o'clock deli
cious refreshments were served.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ii G. Richardson, who
moved here from pinewood last sum
mcr, have returned 10 their former
home whore Mr.. Richardson could give
closer attention TO his farming opera
tions Their home on Farley avenue
Is left in care Of MIR. A. Coke Bolt, who
will live there and look after his farm
in the country The friends Of Mr. and
Mrs. Richardson regretted to sec then,
and their family leave the city. Their
two elder daughters, Misses MaintZie
and Margaret, will remain with their
grandfather, Mr.. j. III. Sullivan, until
the end OF the school year.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1921-01-05
HabituaI Constipation Cured
I'm II to II DAVIS

"LAX-FOS WITH PEPSIN" Is q specially
prepared Syrup Tonic-Laxative for Habituai
Constipation. 1t relieves promptly but
should be taken regularly for IA to FL days
tofAduce regular action. 1t Stimulates and
Regulates pVery Pleasant TO Take. 60c
per bottle.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1921-01-05


Loans and Discounts .SISO,G21 81
OVcrdrafts 5000
Bonds and Stocks Owned by
the Bank :. :. 10000
Furniture and Fixtures . 1925
Banking House 4,129.25
Due from Banks and Bank
ers >. >. :. !. 1881 on
Currency. 1,716.00
Silver and Other Coin :. 323. 40
Checks and Cash Items 1858
LIABmITiEs ''''"
Capital Stock Paid In :. IS 10000 90
Surplus Fund ., 100000
Undivided Profits, less Cur
rent Expenses and Taxes
Paid :. 2,319.SS
individual Deposits Subject
to Check >. $50,0l3.44
Time Certificates of De
post :. >. :. :. 39,936.40
Cashiers Checks SSG16 90 S36 90
Bills Payable, including Ger
tihcatcs for Money Bor-
rowed >. :. :. :. :. 100000
Total !. !. :. ). . 5000, l55 .sS
State OF South Carolina,
county or DaurenS.
Before me came a. M. 0wings, Cash
icr OF the above named bank, who be-
Ing duly sworn. says that the above
and foregoing statement Is d true con
ditfon Of said bank, as shown by the
books Of said bank.
A. M OWINGS.
Sworn to and subscribed before me
this 3rd day Of January, 1921
JNO. c. BOLT,
Notary Public.
Correct Attest: J.. R. Brooks, j. w.
Beason, f. y. Curry, Directors.
25-1t-A
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1921-01-05

RESOURCES

RESOURCES
Loans and Discounts ,$ll0,UD2.O2
ONcGdraftS l,2I9.lO
Furniture and Fixtures 90
banking House :. :. 10000
Due from Banks and sank
crs j.. J. !. ,2.c7l.Sl
currency l,j.l.00
Silvct and Other Coin !. GSI0l
Checks and Cash Items :. 1920
Other Resources, viz:
Liberty Loan Bonds 13,573.G1
Total ;. :. :. ;. .$l40,014.7S
LIABILITIES
Capital Stock Paid In S $4,000 90
Surplus Fund :. >. 20,00G0O
Undivided Profits, less Cur
rent Expenses and Taxes
aid :. :. ;. ;. :. 2,4S49O
Due to Banks and Bankers 2,973.35
Dividends Unpaid :. ;. 1907 80
Individual Deposits Subject
10 Check :. $31,S27.S4
saving Deposits 5,O47.S2
Time Certificates of De
posit :. :. 31,54OO3
Cashiers Checks 1,03334 G9,Ii0. .O3
Bills Payable. including Ger
tificatcs for Money Bor-
rowed ;. :. ;. :. :. 10000. 90
Total .$llo,oll.7S
state Of South Carolina,
County Of laurcnS.
Before me came G.. w. Fuller, Cash
icr OF the above named bank, who be-
ing duly sworn, says that the above
and foregoing statement is a true con-
dition of said bank, as shown by the
books OF saiG bank
G. W. FULLER
Sworn to and subscribed before ne
this 9Th day of January. 1921.
j. j. ADAMS,
Notary Public.
Correst Attest: j. G. Smith, r. J.
Anderson, II. *. Aiken Directors.
25ltA
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o O O
-AbcrcTO1nbie.

Frank Abercrombie, a well known
young man OF Hickory Tavern this
county, and Miss HomOzelle Blackmon,
Of Dnnbury, Ga, were married Thurs-
day, December %, at the home of T.
). Culbertson, near Stmpsongille I'm
mcdiately after The ceremony, Mr.. and
Mrs. Abercrombic left for q visit to
Atlanta, thence to the home of tlpa
bride al Danbury. Mrs. HbHrcrombic c
is graduate OF Winthrop college, and
during the present session she has
been teaching in the Unity school in
Greenvillc county. Norlnerls she wus
principal OF two rural schools in I,;iu-
Frens county, and is peculiarly known 80
a large circle or friends in the west
crn part Of the county. Mr.. and Mrs.
Abcrcrombic will reside in .Lhe Hickory
Tavern section, where the groom is
engaged in farming
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1921-01-05
"rhe Farmers Worst Enemy--Rats.
The Farmers Best Friend Rat .Snap''

These are the words OF James Bax-
ter, N. j.; Ever since | tried RAT
SNAP I have always kept it I'M the
house. Never fails. Used about $3.GO
worth Of RAT-SNAP a year and fig
ure it haves me 300 in chicks, eggs
and feed. RAT-SNAP Is convenient
just break up cake, NO mixing with
other good" Three sizes, 35c, Csc
and $l.25. Sold and guaranteed by
Laurens Hardware Co., Putnam,s Drug
Store and Kennedy Bros.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1921-01-05

after their return to visit Mr.. and Mrs.
q. A. Power, the parents of the BRIDE
groom, at Laurens, S. c., before going
to their home in Eua Gallie, Fla.
where the Kentucky Military Institute
Is located during the winter months
and Of which Mr.. Power is a professor.
Mrs. Power Is q beautiful and attrac-
tive young woman and has host of
friends all over the state, and was cdu~
Gated at Brcnau and Anderson collegcs.
Mr.. Power, who is making a success
of his chosen profession is recent
graduate Of Furman university
The large number Of handsome pres
ents displayed in the living room dec
GRATED with ferns and pink roses at
test the popularity OF the young couple.
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1921-01-05
MARRIAGES
Mil0lll-JenkS.

FRIENDS here of Miss Dorothy Milan.
daughter Of Mr.. and Mrs. G. r..
Mllam who formerly lived a few miles
from this city but who are now living
IN Greenwood, will be Interested i'm
the account OF her marriage to Mr..
Clarence Leslie jerks, business mana
ger OF the Morgan Lumber Company,
OF that city. The wedding took place
at the home of the brides parents on
December 23rd. The following is the
account Of the wedding as taken from
The Greenwood IIdex-Journal:
Miss Dorothy Sue Milan, OF New
Market, and Mr.. Clarence Leslie
jerks were quietly married on Thurs
day morning at eleven o'clock, DR.. T..
J. Smith officiating. Only the immcd-
ate relatives of the bride witnessed
the ceremony. Mrs. jerks is a young
woman OF unusual beauty and per-
sonal charm, and was especially lovely
in going-away suit of dark blue
duvetyn with harmonizing accessories
Mr.. Jenlas was formerly a resident
or Jackson, Ga, but for several years
past has been 4 most successful busi-
ness man of this city.
After q short bridal tour to Atlanta
and Jacksonville. the happy couple
Will be at home to their many friends
In Greenwood.
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WhiteSidcPO,yrr.

| tliu .h!SS fdilht IISluGT HnitcHiue, VI
Columbia. taken from The Columbia
Record, will be read with much inter
est here where the groom was reared
and has many friends:
a wedding of much interest WAS
that OF Miss Valma Esther Wbitesdc,
daughter Of Rev. w. Nj. Whitesds,
superintendent of the Baptisl Hospital
and Mrs. Whiteside, TO Mr.. Alva HLu-
gene Power, Of Laurcns, S. C., at the
homo OF the brides parents, 1923
champion avenue.
The house was decorated throughout
the lower floor. the color scheme Of
pink and green being carried out with
vases Of pink roses and decorations OF
suuGhern smilax and mistletoe. In
a setting OF palms and ferns, the ccre-
mony was performed in the drawing
room in the presence OF number Of
guests. Miss Celeste Whiteside was
the only attendant. She wore love
ly gown uf blue charmcuse and carried
pink roseg.
The bride entered on the arm Of her
uncle, Rev. j. r. Whtcside, of ST.
George. The ceremony was performed
by her father, the impressive ring cere-
mony being nsed. The bride wore
suit OF dark blSe broadcloth trimmed
in black seal fpr, and small black
hat. Her only ornament was a plati-
mum brooch set in diamonds, the gift
OF the groom, and she wore corsage
bouquet OF brides roses.
The bridegroom was attended by the
best man, Rush Blakely, OF Clinton.
Miss Sarah Powers. of Laurens, sis
ter of the bridegroom, played the we'd
ding march from Lohcngrin and during
the Gel cmony, Mrs. Charles Todd
played Schuberts Serenade.
The ceremony was followed by
beautiful reception.
Miss Mary Tolar, OF Wagner, and
Miss Louise Power, OF Laurens. pre-
sided at the punch bowl. Misses Jo-
sephine Garren and Sophie Meyer. OF
Columbia; Miss Vaieria Whitcslde. of
st. George, and Miss Edna Blume, of.
Blackyille, served Ice cream and we'd
ding cake to the guests.
In the living room decorated with
pink roses tho numerous handsome
wedding presents were on display.
Mr.. and Mrs Power left after the
reception for wedding trip, their
destination unknown. They expect,
The Laurens advertiser. (Laurens, S.C.) 1885-1973, 1921-01-05
Statement OF the Condition OF the
PEOPLES BANK.

Located al Gray Court, S. G., at the
close OF business December 81, 1920.
RESOIIRGES
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-03-31

day they are getting acquainted with
what has been done in the county so as
TO be ready to take up active outside
work as soon as travelling conditions
will warrant. Mr.. Harvey will assume
the duties of his new position officially
tomorrow.
Mr. Frost. who has been chosen man
ager of the Windham County Co-opera-
tive Milk Producers. Inc, creamery.
which viii be ready to start operations
about May /, win have headquarters at
the Farm Bureau and win assist Mr..
Harvey in every way possible in getting
acduainted in the county.
Mr. Harvey formerly was assistant
manager of the Lewis EARNS Co. Of Wal
pole Mass He was born in Gloucester,
Mass. and graduated from the Glouces-
ter high school and from the Massachu-
aetts Agricultural college III Amherst.
He recently was successful in reorganiz-
ing the Norfolk County (Mass.) Farm
Bureau. He has a wife and one child.
who will come here to join him about
Nav 1
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-03-31
WINDHAM COUNTY :
APPORTIONMENTS
10o in April-Centre Church Can
yass Already Made.

Apportionments of $13, 105 for benevo.
lences for the year for the Congrega-
tional churches of Windham county, a
canvass for which will be made in the
various communities during April, were
announced this morning III a meeting of
the Windham association in the chapel
of the Centre church. at which Rev Mr..
French one of the general missionaries
of the state. presided. The apportion-
ments amounted TO $14 ,306 last year.
Plans were laid and directions were
given for conducting the canvass. The
canvass viii not be conducted in the
Centre Congregational church because of
the fact that the benevolences of the
church We're taken care of i'm the annual
eyery-member canvass conHucted early
in December. The meeting this forenoon
was attended by is representatives of
the different churches of the county. The
county work is in charge of George c.
Wright of Westminster.
Following are the appOrtionments as
signed to the various churches:
West Brattleboro. Sl.350; Brattle-
borO Centre. SJ.400: Swedish. $50
West Dover S23 Dummerston. 5000
Guilford. S100: Jamaica. $275: Marl-
boro. St20; Newfane, $3.50; Putney,
5000; Saxtons River. 5000: Bellows
Falls, $500: Camhridgeport. S25
Townshend, S275; West TOwnshend.
S130; Wardsboro. SD; Westminster,
800: Westminster West. S4GO: VIII
mington, S40G. Total, S13. 105.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-03-31
LEGISLATURE TAKES
FINAL ADJOURNMENT
AT 1880 THIS MORNING
POLICE BARRACKS
ATTACKED BY MOB
County Corll Scene of Assault-F0urteen
Missing-EWe Reported Killed
UniOnists Seek Peace.

CORK. March 81. (Associated Press)
An attack today upon the police bar
racks at Ross Carbery, County Cork,
resulted in serious casualties to the oc-
cunants. Fourteen of the police are
missing and it is believed five were
killed
IN official report of the affair said the
attacl, was made by civilians at } o'clock
this morning.
The front wall of the barracks was
blown in by explosives and bombs were
thrown into the interior. while a heavy
rifle fire was maintained on the build
ing. The police held the barracks until
the room in which they were cOncen-
trated took fire when few escaped by
an upper window.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-03-31
ABOUT 100 TO BE
IN EXHIBITION
Gymnasium Program in Festival Hall
Tomorrow Night at by Boys and
Girls of Public Schools.

Approximately 100 boys and girls OF
the public schools viii take part in the
annual gymnasium exhibition in Festival
hall tomorrow evening at S O'Clock, and
it is expected that the exhibition will
come up to the mark of excellence at.
tanned in former years 4 dance will
be given for the boys and girls at the
close of the exhibition
The program of events Will include
dances, wand drills, parallel bar work
Indian club swinging. horse work. dumb
bell drills. and basketball game between
picked teams of grade boys.
Considerable enthusiasm has beeu
aroused among the girls by Miss Beatrice
Pearson, who has had them in charge
There viii be events by freshmen girls
advanced class of high school girls. high
school boys, fifth and sixth grade boys
and seventh and eighth grade boys.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-03-31
BRITISH SHIP ASHORE.
Gaelic Prince Stuck in Mud on Chat
ham. Mass.-May Float with Tide.

CHATHAM, Mass. March 31.-The
Gaelic Prince, a British freightcr. was
ashore near here today. She was sight
ell at daybreak by the caastguurd and the
coaStguard crew went out to her assist
ancc.
The steamer was bound from Boston
to New York, sailing yesterday after
discharging a part of her cargo brought
r0m Pacific ports. Captain Anderson
said he did not regard his position u
Il dangerous one, saying the steamer was
simply stuck in the mud and sand and
he hoped to float her at high tide with
out assistance.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-03-31
DECEIT IN PULP
JOB is ALLEGED
Wright of Londonderry Claims Newton
of Jamaica Did Not Cut as Many
Cords as Represented.

Carl t. Wright of Londonderry has
filed in the county clerks Office a suit
for S400 against Pearl II. Newton of ia
maica in an action of tort, through the
law office of Judge 4. f. Cudworth of
South Londonderry. Mr.. Wright alleges
that the defendant cut and piled last year
on the plaintiffs woodland pulp wood for
which the plaintiff agreed to pay him 50 q
cord. He says that on Dec 4 the defend-
ant. knowing that he had not cut and
piled over % cords, and intending to cheat
the plaintiff, said he had cut and piled
Iii cords. for which he was paid at the
rate of s. a cord.