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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12
JAMES A. MORANG Music Store
Bridge ST., Randolph

Now is the chance to buy that
piano YOU have been figuring on SO
long and invest in Il Hallet & Davis.
sold by Mr.. James \. Morang. One OF
the best pianos money Will buy and
positive satisfaction guaranteed.
The touch of the Mason N& Hamlin
piano is the most sympa Ghetto. The
tone is soft but true and is considered
to be entitled to the exalted position
it holds in the ranks of high grade
pianos. Call and have MI MoranG
show YOU the excellent points of this
piano.
IT, however, your mind is made M
to have a phonoSraph. why not try
out q Brunswick so widely advertised
and SO much liked by all purchasers
These are on inspection where YOU
can go in for an afternoon concert
A large supply of records is kept here
at alltimes. II it is a question OF
! convenient terms. YOU will do well To
come here as Mr.. Moran" allows
payments on all instruments.
At this store Brunswick tires and
| tubes are for sale on cash or IN
Stallmcnts.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12

ualIowell is fortunate in its loca :
ton and nature has done much 10
make il a favored spot in which TO 90
business. and place TO dwell IN as
we'll. In addition, it has two large
and busy shoe factories, an extensive
foundry and other, If smaller lndns-
tries-all making this one OF the
thriving manufacturing communities
NJ the Pine Tree State. Halloween Is
on the west bank of the kennebec
with fine wharves and with facilities
for an extensive shipping business
most advantageous in every partle-
ular. to any city which would spread
out and prosper. The facilities Tor
shjpment by rail are also excellent
Jocations for new manufacturing IN
f1ustries are at once available, whcGe
both rail and water facilities are IN
such close proximity. thus dong
away with costs and Inconvenience
of delay and trucking.
Hallowell has complete and mod :
erp water system for both domestic
and fire purposes. The supply comes
from springs and amply provides Tor
every need. Its fire department mas
ALWAYS been regarded as eft1clent.
Few cities of like size in the country
have better educational facilities. ana
graduates from the new $S0.000.o0
HaIlowell high school are AT once al :
mitted to Boston University. Brown
Dartmouth. Tufts, Bowdoin, Bates OF
the University of Maine.
Hallowell has good banking accom- :
modations. The financial institutions
compare favorably with the most
substantial in the state.
An important factor in the growth
and development of Hallowcll is the
Board of Trade. The members are
active and lend every encouragement
to new industries. large Or small.
1t is also well to mention that Hal
lowell is the center of a delightful re-
sort region A few miles to the west
ward Is beautiful Lake Cobbosseecon-
tee, a charming health resort and for
a recreation ground combining all of
the natural environment with a choice
of camp or hotel life. Many new cot
tages annually are built here. Its
popularity is maintained from year TO
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12
o. A. CRONlN, Gardiner

Appearances count for more IN
this day and generation than they
ever did in the past and from every
vantage point the tailor mace sun
reflects character and indlvldualitH.
This is Mr.. Cronin's business 70
make you a suit of distinctive model.
This is accomplished by the very hne
selection of samples and careful
Workmanship. Mr.. Cronin specialiZes
in the Detmar Wool Cloth and does
tailoring work for the wholesale
trade, and keeps from two TO 1our
helpers in his business. -.
He also excels in making the ola
look like new in his cleansing, press
ing and repairing department.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12
~. N nuLAc. MILLINERY, PSI
~" Mater St. Gardiner.

Have YOU YOUR new spring hat
~, 'ou win be sure to find just Wha'
r ro, want a, Miss Dulac's Mi''lnerS
sson where YOU will see display IN
.,"ain, all the latest creations. l iia'
s6s makes many of the most no'ic-
,hle and distinctive hats in ',aro'nc'
il evidenced by her large c'ien'ele.
Niss Dulac's trips to the iai -
N met, .tropoltan centres. keep her u,
,ouch with the latest WORD IN 'ieao
,.ar II is not hard TO make choice
No, only from the display OF tri",iie,.
hats hit she has large STOCK On
xbanes and a wealth OF 'ri'nm'hIN
including the most beautiful r'onoilS
and Nowers with their riot ot co'ots'
Thos. vino are looking TOR some
thing nobhy in the Ready.Io- W ear
hats viii be sure to he suited from
> tho large selection Miss D"'ac mas
made, in unique and becoming
vhapes. 1910 made
This is q shop where You arc mace nc
IN fec, welcome and those WI" :
.ms, looking" are given the same az :
,srt;on as the bona. fide customer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12
r. A. LILLY
1862 Water ST., HaIloweIl

The shoes they show at this store
of good values. YOU Will be glad to
show when You wear them. for they
are sure to he right up to- the minute
in style. II is only in rare cases that
they fail to satisfy their customers
for they have complete line of sizes
and widths bought with an eye of
pleasing their regular patrons. There
is style effect IN their shoes which
appeals TO good dressers.
Ladies' shoes. mems shoes, chill
dren's shoes, nurses shoes are all TO
he found at the Lilly Shoe store. and
Mr. Lilly is right on hand to take the
utmost pains TO see that YOU are
fitted right. A specially is made
here Of rubber boots. fine for the
youngsters and for those who have to
go out in all kinds Of weather Re-
pairing on all kinds of shoes is done
here. also.
Mr.. Lilly has been in business eight
years and is experienced in his line.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12
FRANK n. WOODBURY.. JeweIer
Gardiner

Mr.. Frank II. Woodbury. is running
hno csta hlishnncnt which was
started in 1853 by Mr.. J. s. Lambard
ana run rs jeWclry store by him
LOT many Years. Mr.. Woodbury.
took over the business in 1895. learn.
ing the business of Mr.. stephen
Russell of Augusta. Before coming
10 Gardiner he WIS located in
brunswick for three Years and is n
native OF Litchtield.
IN inns store You will always find
good, straightforward honest yold
and silver jewoiry in prices for folk
OF limited means. yet not satisfied
WIN anything but the best. No
o'hcr 1ewelry store in this section
can beat them on values.
Were You a little late? Was vo,,r
watch 10 blame" If i, was take it
70 Woodbury's and they will put
u mi" shape for YOU. Ii YOU haven't
watch they can sell YOU one that
'!"" can rely on. Their watch
guarantee means Somcthinc If us
a "altnam YOU arc sure to he on
time.
\ jeWelry store is the natur,,
piace to seek gifts Of lasting value,
Creations for the bride. in Gifts ,hot
ere beautiful and useful and thnt
WIZ ho'd their worth almost in :
definitely.
Mr.. Woodbury. makes n spccialtv
OF accurately adjusting and tit,inr
spec'acleS and eyeglasses. There are
many people who do not know that
'heE need glasses, until they have
ruined their eyes. You will find Mr.
NoouDufN an expert in relieving
eye strain. which causes nine-tenths
OF the headaches and much of the
/ nervousness so common NOWADAYS
G'asses will help it always. ana
frequently cure it. Mr.. Woodbury. is
nenber OF The Masonic fratcrni,ics
Mystic Shrine and an F.lk.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12
KENNEeEc MONUMENTAL
WORKS. Lower Water St. n allowed II

The kcnnehcc Monumental Works
are among the finest in the state and
can hardly be cNccil"d anywhere.
The propriotors arc j. A. pcyazzi
and Settimus MaSriadIi WHO employ
several skilled men. and Who carry
one of the largest stocks Of finished
and unfinished monuments and
memorials in this part OF the state.
Their plant has a modern equipment.
including pneumatic tools and de-
vices. In all the cemeteries in this
part of the state Nou will find bCauti-
ful specimens Of their craft. They
have a talent for designing memoir
ials and an intuitive sense in carry
ING ont the ideas of their patrons.
They viii be glad 10 submit draw
ingS for monuments Of granite or
marble tablets and headstoncs and
contracts for curling. and all kinds
Of cemetery work. If these meet
with approval. they will guarantee to
give the greatest satisf1 ction.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12
WILLIS /. MOODY. Cash Grocery
Bridge ST., Randolph

This popular Cash and Carry Store
offers prices to the consumer that
make it possible for the public to
have food supplies of quality at eco
nomical rates. The standard makes
of -four and cereals, the best brands
of canned goods. fresh dairy products
and fruits and smoked meat are
among the excellent stock carried
here. their motto being to give the
public the very best value for the
lowest possible prices.
They also carry at all times the
best brands of cigars. cigarettes and
tobacco. Mr. Willis l.. Moody is the
genial proprietor Of the Cash Grocery
store
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12
S. HAYES.
Bakery
AalloweII


The question where can I get good
bread" is answered by trying out a
loaf from the HAYES Bakery. Isn't it
fine TO know there is store in town
where one can buy sweet. nutritious
bread. that is fresh every day? No
need now to worry when the I'M
expected guest arrives. for You can
run in here and buy r pie or two,
fresh baked and luscious, or some
light, dainty little cakes. Mr.. Hayes is
ready for any emergency. as he bakes
about $50 loaves OF bread a day. Ev-
cry process Of the mixing and knoad
ing and baking is conducted in a
scientific way with the aid OF tho
latest improved machinery
Why not have Mr.. Hayes do your
baking? This bakery will supply any
thing desired in the line of bakery
soods-and all fresh. appetizing and
inviting. Only the choicest materials
are used in these products, by Mr..
HAYES, who is an adept in his line
having been in this business for so
Years.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12
A. n. FAN DALI.
Haliow.II


s,n 'h- me three months Mr.. Ram
"'' mas been in business he baa
proved TO the public that he has con,a
~ s'"E Tor he produces the goods"
ne aims to keep the best groceries .,
= reasonable prices end Ia hold his one
'"h''fs by selling as advertised.
I'ure and unadulterated food. ,dor,
! ms Sh"IVeS and in fact all ,hro,,h
"e store, the quality-of the goods ;s
ne pest. Besides p large line of gro.
tS ana provisions. fruit is to be
ln'hd here in season. A large choice
% candy IS on display and makce ,
-""n dessert when one is looking for
= change in the daily routine of food
smoked meats are carried nj Ram
a'at : most agreeable change after
Mlht"r of poultry and heavy meats
II NOT customer. he solicits an on
P"ftHh!tE To please Nou.
Leading brands OF cigars and to-
baccoS are here handled.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12
~. LITTLE ,sHOPPE, 242 Water
IT. st Gardiner.


mos not tho name Inc IA,'''
smnc" suggest the most al'urin-
s luyf in cmhroiderics and al That
would find in Fancy Goods
Wv" r.9 This busy shop was opened
s ,""r, two years ago 10y Mrs. boato-
Soo"' 81 Gardiner whose cmhroldcrics
D''" u much demand for the excel
arc i. If ,hcir work and design. You
F.t' ,;nd here y large display OF boz
sMsro;d,rcd articles and those 10 pc
e,n nan M These include towers
."r.,u scarfs, table covers, iuncheon
VI. ,,ost attractive things for child
w. 4, hihs. rompcrS, dresses that arc
| ln1.;mc,ivc and attract many patrons
rsnoc;aly would we mention h'r
'",p selection OF yarns IN ali roio,S
e. sweaters and now is the 'l'he ~
~, husy and begin on your snm,o,t
s w.. for in these days n nan
80 sweaters arc not any too many
wv hove a choice in the vogue OF
."ort clothes. Mrs. Eoardnan eN-
, ,po the hospitality of her store 'or
ln nbo are interested in fancy WORK
W n.m r,nds and which is a rendezvous
VI VII ,hose who are looking Tor
. ~, out of the ordinary anu
s ,J,s they are apt to find at Inc
tle ShOppC.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12
UNION STREET GARAGE
W, A. Cre3sy Nor HaItnus

The above garage does a smart and
ever increasing business by doing at
all times high class work The great :
est attention is paid to The smallest
detail when your car needs looking
over" and no job is too small To re-
celNe the most painstaking care. Sew
eral skilled and experienced mon are
on hand for prompt and efficient ser
Vice. There is ample storage capacity
here for 20 cars. whore the best of
care is taken of them
Mr.. W. 4. Greasy is the manager Of
this garage and keeps a watchful eve
on all work entrusted 10 his care.
If YOU have not pa,ronizcd the Tn
ion street Garage. try il out and YOU
VIII feel they have done a fine lob,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12
'SnnNsR BOOT STORE r.. |
A. solD6ERG Mgr. Gardiner.

nn wn account of the historic interest
|ena "etted with the above store. it is
lam, VI the businesses that stands
ls,. Ionsplcuously in Gardiner. IT
lcorun nhown many years ago as "Ie
lkr.r Hat Store" which Mr.. Gold
Rhos mas made into an up-to- date
s,ore for men and women.
|h Ll"ell and Stylish express the shoes
SN.. al this store in high and low
B |s.s black, tan and white in shoes
Ind 4. science makes comfortable
htsxt1 durable. These arc all in the
Aos spring styles and the finest
b Al, a,ues, graceful in shape with
M OF smartness about them.
ttin. goldberg is an expert in the
|n.6t me and those who are hard
- sre sure to be suited.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12
W. G. ROBINSON. Water St.
Gardiner

A splendid place to trade in Gardi-
ner is at w. G. Robinson's where YOU
are always sure of the freshest and
best meats and groceries and where
they aim to make their grocery an
efficient sid to thrifty housewives.
Here is carried the highest grade
goods, specializing in the Superba,
Hatchet and the famous WatcrIily
brands of canned goods, the choicest
teas and coffces, spices and the best
brands of flour. In connection with
their grocery department is fine
meat market where YOU can get the
choicest cuts of meat.
Mr.. Robinson has only been IN
business nine months and already
employs four mon to help carry on
his rapidly growing business
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12
Hall0well, Maine

wear and the advantages are annually
more inviting and acceptable. Maine
tourists come here for pleasure, and
in that may he included a change of
scene from the humdrum Of business
life and cares: fun in fishing, boat
irg, bathing. automobiling and other
things to be found in a summers out
ing.
From Hallowell the steam or cleo
trio cars will take one to the State
Capital in very few minutes. where
many places of beauty and interest
may he seen. Hallowell has stores in
all branches that compare we'll with
the larger cities, and no article of
ordinary living is found wanting.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12
RALPH w. WOOD.
Halioweii

This handy service station va.
opened about a month ago bv Ea,nb
W. Wood. who intends 10 rive ,h,
nest service for a dollar in town
honest labor brings its own reward
IN satisfied customers. who do your
advertising FOR you at no extra ex-
pense.
AUTO accessories of all kinds are IN
re louhd mere. tires and tubes. Mo-
h""k. Mason e DAYTON tires. Charg.
ing and re-charcinS of batteries. WI
canlslnS is done here at reasonable
prices.
gasoline station is at hand for
me benefit of motorists and only the
pest oils and Srcases are used.
Mr.. Wood is always ready 10 give
a. emergency case prompt attention.
re is much experienced in his line
ana sklllful in the handling of cars.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12
Groceries and Provisions
Randolph

The stock of high grade groceries
carried in l.. A. Perry's store in Ran
dolph includes everything that the
fastidious housekeeper could desire.
Teas, coffees. pickles and relishes'
fancy crackers. canned goods, etc.
Their dairy products arc strlctly
fresh. Their vegetables are displayed
in an attractive way and are always
in season. The best OF fiours 1or
cake, bread and pastry are here
You will relish goods that come
from this sanitary store. where eN-
erythinS is kept clean and cool. ana
where large stock is kept AT an
tip,pc
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12

hydraulic press at cost Of $4,000
Tor the purpose of eliminating water
and therefore reducing materia NY,
freight rates. They have their own
railroad siding at plant also wharf
on property where during the sum
mcr goods are shipped by barge
and schooner to mills on the
Atlantic sea board. Wood is brought
mere by ScoW to the mill boom.
Thc\ carry on their own logging
operations ON the coast: also control
TIMBER tracts in Northern Maine
ana bring down considerable drive
N the spring.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12
LEON c. BlAlSDELL. 100 Water
81 Gardiner

When the sanitary or heating ar
ansements Of your house need al :
ending TO- Mr.. Blaisdoll is the man
VINO will do for you first-class lop.
re IS skilled in all branches OF INC
uade and has done splendid work
N all parts of Gardiner and vicinity.
~ ieS Water ST. he possesses every
acllity to enable him to handle
afse or small contracts, and to 90
Nneral Job work OF all kinds. He
viii be pleased TO submit estimates
~ contracts for the complete IA
sana'ion of plumbing. heating
Vstiiatlon systems and drainage.
e!eam and hot water heating will
w. zone satisfactorily with the latest
%aems and devices. He is also pre-
w wsed 10 do all kinds of Sheet Metal
.Osk IN tin. copper ETC., and his shop
n, nooernly equipped to attend 10
H.! Vo mat requires the most PAINS
."lnS work and supervisiOn,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12
h. NJ. hUNiON, House Pa,nt,no
Paper Hanoinu. HaIIoweU

n largo stock Of goods is carried
ny h'r. Hunton at all times. paints,
OILS. Narnishes and wall paper. As
skilled painter he is backed M by
- years OF practical experience.
While contracting for in and outside
painting. ne is an expert in grain
ing and hardwood finish. paper
hanging etc. He carries a f,ne line
OF wall papers. Mr.. Hunton en-
ploNs To s mon in the busy season.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12
NeL,opeN 4 CURTIS. Main Ave

This popular headquarters -
famous for the pure confcctionS anu
DELICIOUS ice -crcan. which the ABOVE
firm manufactures for wholesale anu
retail trade. His candies arc mace
among ideal sanitary conditions q,
we'll as his ices. tll the s'annaf"
Navors arc produced IN MS W.
cream which i. served in his store
~ delivered to families and stores
and also furnished for rich'S9'
festivals and banqucts. At ms up
to-date soda fountain delicious cream
sOdas are served and light tones OF
all kinds. With tho prestige OF SCH
ing pure. sweet and wholesome
candies. the best of fruits. ana !"
attractive ce-cream parlor. filhoc"
and Curtis are worthy Of their large
patronage
| They have been in business III
sardner eight wears, employ several
Nc'p and have the good will OF thcir
enthusiastic trade.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12

a., r. Machctte formerly of
NJ, n,,;enscot Paper Co.. is president
te .rc,surcr of the concern whose
anu ,vrrc built the winter of l322
mus ,,.hich started manufacturing
anu Nav Ground wood pulp for
ssh grade papers is ,n manstac of 20
he.e nor dav. Thirty men are en-
'ons The approximate pay roll be
r.' 500 per week
|lns ,tlire !; VIC" President and
VIZ = prcy also formerly of the
DDt tv, Paper Co. is engineer,
rrsssonn,ly they installed their own
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12
GRANITE CITY CAFE

When Angus Mcdonald opened the
Granite City cafe last August. he
filled a long felt want in the town for
cafe that is modern and mp to-
date. The home cooking one finds
mere attractS many patrons. both
men and'Womcn. for in addition to
a lunch counter there are tables for
the ladies. Special orders are also
catered to here With prompt and
courteous attention
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12
HAllOWEGL SAVINGS lNsrlTu.
TON, hatio~eii. Maine.

This savings institution was
established in 1854 Their directors
are all Hal'owell business men who
take an active interest in all the
banks affairs. r. s. Wingate is
President. G. II. Shepherd Treasurer.
and the directors are r. s. Wingatc.
&. A. Cole. II. NJ. Johnson. j. Nj.
Robinson. and c. X. Tilden.
To form some method of COM
pari3on between the Institutions first
year and almost seventy years later.
the deposits the first year amounted
to less than three thousand dollars,
while today those deposits have
grown to more than three quarters
OF million dollars. And this insti-
tuition has paid TO its dcpOsitors in
Dividends an amount greater than its
present deposits, besides paving all
it's expenses ana premiums in bonds
pure hased.
The statement follows:
Deposits $7il.154.I7
Reserve Fund a. 500 90
surplus 13.o"5.cS
Interest :.o99.S1
Total s796,573.26
Cash on hand S13264Sa
Building $4,000 90
Stocks Bonds Loans
Mortgages, investments 735.3i..37
Total s7o6,57o.26
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12

While this business was established
in 1870. il was in July 1922 that Mr.. T..
j.. Gcdney acquired ownership. They
manufacture iron, brass. compost
ton: are founders, machinsts and do
oodWorEinG. At the time Mr.. Gcd-
EeN took possession. three men were
employed in the foundry. At present,
there are nine in the foundry, with a
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12

two castings pcr week were sufficient
I" meet demands. but at present it
Is necessary 10 make daily castings To
meet their order requirements.
Mr.. Fred II. Fuller n grandson of
the original founder is part owner
and general manager of the business
ana among the employees are two
VINO for over 30 years given daily ser
Wee to the institution.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12

Seldom do you find outside of the
city limits a finer garage than that
of the Bradstreet Motor Co. Of Halo
well. 1t has a storage capacity for
100 cars and occupies two floors. The
office is in separate building con-
nectcd with the Sales Room where is
sold the Chevrolet cars, for which
Mr.. Bradstreet is the authorized
agent. The CHEVROLET is a reve-
lation to those who have not driven
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-04-12

one. You owe it to yourself to see
and know CHENROLET-une1
in style, value and economy. at a
price anyone can afford. Have you
seen their new superior CHENRO-
LET SEDAN for sS60.0O? All kinds
of repairing is done here by skilled
machlnists. no job too small to re-
ceive the most careful attention. Bat
terry char2in and re-charging done
IN the best manner possible The
amous Goodyear Tires and Tubes
are also to be found here, auto
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1923-08-31
LETTER FROM LESLIE PRES
.C0TT TO ALICE HAMILTON,
CONTINUED

When 1 reached the part Of my
letter where / was telling you about
my Eden, Alice dear, Jack came
hcme and asked me to take him for
d drive1in my new car. 1t is very
lovely one; and am very proud of
it, but more than all the rest l am
proud of the, fact that 1 am able to
drive again without being at all
nervous. 80
Mother tells me that Karl has
bought you a string Of real pearls
She asked me about it dear, and l
told her to let him Buy them for you
if he wanted to, because knew
that he looked upon you just as his
little sister and Of course we both
know he has so much money he
doesn't know what to do with It,
Sometimes it is, more graceful to
accept a gift than to refuse it.
Nonsense to Buy Pearls"
IN bet you they don't look as