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Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1924-02-18
MURDERED MAN WANTS
DIVORCE FROM WIFE

SEATTLE, Wash, Feb 18.-De-
claring that his wife, Kathryn Me-
Manus, had fguratiYely. murdered
him by firing a bullet through ais
best suit of clothing, left hanging
in the closet while he was at work,
John B. McManus, employee of tae
city light department. filed suit foe
divorce in superior court.
soon after our marriage, May
10, 1922, my wife displayed an ex-
citable, erratic and ungovernable
temper and tongue, heaping abuses
upon me at various times.
August 8. 1928, | returned hop.e
to find that she had shot bullet
through my best suit of clothes,
and left our home, taking her per-
sonal effects with her. We have
not lived together since" the com
plant says. -Att9raexs lewis sand
Hegg geRreseht tha nlaiftiff inftR
suit. we @'-'- %
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1924-02-18
ROY MOORE DENIES =
He is LOAN SHARK
Declares Petition Filed in Ma
con Court Contains 'Deliber-
ate Lie

MACON. February 49, Roy w.
Moore yesterday issued statement
in which he denied any connection
whatever with the loan shark bust
ness, and charged that connection
of his name with the activities OF
alleged loan sharks was a "deliber-
ate lie, done for political purposes. y
81 have no interest whatever in
the business Of T i. Harris and
Company" Mr., Moore said. Il
never have had and couldn't have d
/ wanted it. The publication of the
wanted it. The publication of me
petition against me was a deliberate
lie, done for political purposes and
the perpetrator of it knew it.
Il have represented T. l. Marris
for nine years" he continued, "and
have been both his personal and
business counsel. From personal
contact with Mr.. Harris and his
business | know it to be as honor
able as any business E. F. Goodrum
or any body else is in"
49, Replies to Order.
Mr.. Moore's statement was in
reply to the filing of a restraining
order against him as party to an
action brought by J. B. Randall,
through f. f. Goodrum, attorney.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1924-02-18
RENEWED ACTIVITY
IN GEORGIA LANDS
Remarkable Increase Noted iEl
Number and Value of Land
Transfers All Over State

ATLANTA, Feb. 18.-Renewed
activity in Georgia farm lands is
becoming very evident, in the opin-
ion of state agriculturists. AS
pointed out, the low ebb was reach
ed in the various sections of the
state when the boil weevil moved
from the south to the north and in
vaded new regions each year. But
with diversification and readjust-
ment, it is shown, a new era has
dawned and farm lands are COIN
ing into their own again.
Reports received in Atlanta in
dieateg @markable inrea4sse-s in
FARM hnd sales. Several Counties,
some in north Georgia and others
in central 'anda south Georgia, have
reported large transactions, sever
al improved farms having been
purchased by home-seekers from
other states, and others by local III
Yestors who believe, as they stated,
that agricultural lands in Georgia
today are cheaper than ever they
will be again, and therefore, offer
NEST excellent opportunities for in
vestment of capital
As pointed out by j. j. Brown
Georgia commissioners of agricul.
ture, there is a complete econo-
mic reconstruction Of farm condi-
tons taking place and a greater i'm
petus to proper diversification
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1924-02-18
PRETTY GOLD PAPER
PROVES WORTH FORTUNE

CHICAGO, February 18.-Eight-
year-old Eileen Berry saw some
pretty cold paper" sticking out of
an envelope as her mother walked
with her along East Sixty-third
street at Woodlawn avenue. She
picked it up and joyfully announced
that she could make "wunnerful"
DOLE clothes with it. Mrs. B. A.
Berry, her mother, found the en-
velope to contain $4,000 worth
of Yellow Cab Manufacturing Com
pfny bonds. Eileen received a re-
ward of 500 in cash and trunk
full of ready-made doll clothes from
A, G. Becker, owner of the bonds.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1924-02-18

1t appealed TO be the sense OF che
members that the Strict confinement
Of all dogs and compelling all not
confined to be muzzled would be
necessary to meet the situation. 1t
is known that in recent months sew
eral dogs affected with rabies per-
.haps bit numbers of other dogs in
and around Valdosta. This, in the
opinion of the board, makes it nee
essary for some stringent protective
measures to be instituted and plaT S
are being formulated toward this
end.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1924-02-18
BUILDING NEW
CERAMICS LABORATORY

ATLANAT. February 49, Con-
struction work on the new Ceramics
Building at the Georgia School of
Technology is progressing rapidly,
excavation haveing been completed
and the foundation laid, it is an
nounced. Recent contributions to
the fund for the erection of the
building have raised the amount on
hand to $4,000, balance of $1O,-
900 being needed to pay for the
building, it was stated.
The new department will lead to
research work in the field of cera-
mics and will ultimately result in
the developmtnt, on a profitable
commercial basis, of the fine clays
to be found in the state, is is said.
Glasses in this course will start
next September and will be under
the supervision of DR.. A. V. Henry,
formerly of Ohio State College, it
is announced.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1924-02-18
PEANUT GROWERS ExPASb

ALBANY, Ga, February IS
The Georgia Peanut Growers CO.
operative Association plans to ex-
tend its services to every available
grower in the ~ counties where
the organization operates and to
exteffd 'its--woris-.to-f4 sny additional
counties-whereo it expected-,thar
PEANUTS will become an important
money crop for the first time, it is
announced.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1924-02-18

The canals, each wider than the
Suez, will carry the waters of the
Indus, for irrigation purposes. The
new da macross this great Indian
river is said 70 Sc the largest III
the world.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1924-02-18

Ground freezes 100 feet deep IN.
Siberia. 50
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
WHITE CHRISTMAS
:. TO Be OBSERVED
Bessemer Churches Plan
Sunday Collections
For Needy
(Bessemer Bureau)

BESSEMER, Ala, Dec. 20-"White
Christmas" is to be observed at the
larger Protestant churches at Bessemer
Sunday afternoon, when elaborate pro-
grams are to be carried out by the
young people. At the various Sunday
schools, offerings are to be made for
the orphans homes of the various denOm-
nations. Proceeds of all these affairs
are to be used for young peoples relief
work.
M 'The Nativity of the Christ is the
title of pageant to be presented at the
First Methodist church Sunday after
noon at o'clock, with Miss Phyllis
Waites in charge. This will consist of
several interesting tableaux, and large
choir is to be used
At the South Highlands Baptist
church a pageant, The Shepherds
Vision" will be the offering. I. Byran
Waller is in charge of the affair, which
will be staged at 5 80 o'clock in the
afternoon. The Friendship and Baraca
classes of this church have erected a
large Christmas tree on the lawn, which
will be lighted Monday, Tuesday,
Wednesday and Thursday evenings, the
gifts to be distributed Thursday evening.
"Kings Will Come" will be the title
of a pageant at the First Presbyterian
church, with Mrs. G. H. Stevenson in
charge. White Christmas exercises will
also be carried out at the Jonesboro
Methodist church. There will be a spe-
cial song service at the First Baptist
church Sunday evening at Z 80 o'clock,
which will be under the direction of Mrs.
G. B. Hollingsworth.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
SHOWER GIVEN BRIDE

Mrs. Charles Groner, recent bride
was the inspiration OF lovely tea
shower given Thursday afternoon by
Mrs. J. A. Jones at the home of Mrs.
a. w. Gray on Berkeley avenue.
Guests were received by Mrs. Jones,
Mrs. Charles Groner, Mrs. w. A. Gray,
Mrs. o. H. Groner and Mrs. Bill Stapp.
Punch was served by Mrs. Sidney
Stuokey, and Miss Narcissus Norwood
in the sun parlor.
In the brides contest, Mrs. L. A.
Robertson won the prize. A program
of music and readings were given by
Miss Florence Gray Patton, and Miss
Virginia Howlette, of Birmingham.
The gifts received during the after
noon were brought in on a pretty dec
GRATED wagon, drawn by Sidney
Stuckey, Jr., and presented to the bride.
Coffee, tea, sandwiches, cakes and mints
were sreved by Mrs. George Ross and
Mrs. Gardner Goodwin.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
SONG SERVICE

A Christmas song service will be
held Sunday evening at Z 80 o'clock at
the First Baptist church under the di-
rection of Mrs. G. B. Hollingsworth,
organist. This service will take the
place of the usual white Christmas pro-
gram that has annually been given at
this church.
The program includes beautiful
Christmas anthems, solos, quartets and
choruses as follows: silent Night" by
the choir; scripture lessons by the pas
tor, Rev. J. .. Williams What Means
Those Holy Voices?" by the choir |;
"Hark the Herald Angels Sing" by
choir congregation; quartet, Sing o
Heavens (Simper) solo, christmas
Song; violin solo, Alteration by
Miss Ethel Williamson; duet, Come
Unto Me- Miss Phyllis Waites and
Howard Bailey; reading, why the
Bells Chime" Miss Lille Mae Lips
comb; quartet, 80 Little Town of Beth
lehem"; Message So Wonderous
Sweet" Mrs. Julian Erlick, and choir /;
Star of Bethlehem" by church choir !;
Joy To The World" choir and con-
gregation.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
SCALE ANNOUNCED
FOR NAVY WORKERS
No Important Changes Made In
1925 Wages
INV Associated Press)

: WASHINGTON, Dec. 20.-Navy
Z yard civilian employees pay scales for
the next calendar year, as approved by
Assistant Secretary Robinson and made
public today at the navy department,
disclosed no important general changes
from the rates now in effect.
/, No changes was made in rates for
clerical, administrative and fiscal serv-
fee employees, except for telegraphers
and schedules for scientific, technical,
inspection, planning, estimating and
mechanical supervisory classifications
also were unchanged except for ''cer-
'Nain leaders, leading men and quarter
men, who are carried up by the in
crease in their respective trades the
department announced.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
SENATOR GEORGE
TO RETAIN POST
Georgia Statesman Likely
Would Decline Federal
Judgeship
washington Bureau.)

WASHINGTON, ID. c., Dec. 10
Because the President has not offered
him federal judgeship, Senator
Walter F. George or Gergia, before leav-
ing Washington for his home today,
declined to discuss q recent rumor out
of Atlanta that he would soon retire
from congress.
From what can be ascertained at this
time, it is regarded as highly probale
that the President, if aware that the
senator would accept, would offer him
a federal judgeship, especially If new
federal court for Georgia is created. 1t
is known that the President has come
to appreciate the craftsmanship of
Senator George, and his outstanding
ability.
1t is regarded as practically certain.
however. that the President will not
tender an offer Of Senator George be-
cause, if he inquiries, he will be made
aware it is believed, that senator
George would not accept. The
Junior Georgia senator is delighted with
his work in congress. He is winning
his way with great rapidity, and has
already assumed, it is a matter of COM
mon observation, a post which others
in many years have striven for in vain.
Senator George, it is understood, has
ambition. But he regards his office
as senator as one of very great dignity
and power. 1t is plainly intimated that
he will not desert it, and that when
the time comes, he will be found asking
Georgia for another term.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
$3.50 GOLD PIECES
SELL AT PREMIUM
Dollars Bring Three Dollars
Each In New York
(Ry Associated Press)

NEW YORK, Dec. 20.-The two
dollar and half gold piece has become
so scarce and is in such demand among
Christmas givers that it is selling for
$3.50 and So at banks here.
The federal reserve bank has only a
small supply of the quarter eagles on
hand because these coins have not been
minted since 1915 and are fast disap-
pearing from circulation.
Other gold pieces which commended a
premium here were the one dollar gold
piece selling at So and the So gold piece
selling at &c. One firm said the pre-
MUM of the $3.50 gold coin would
mount the coming week to $3.50.
Unusual features in the foreign de-
mand for this little coin has had much
to do with its scarcity and premium at
Christmas time.
The banks report no shortage in other
gold pieces such as the five, ten and ~
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
NEEDLE CLUB MEETS

Mrs. Rose Huey was hostess to mem
bers of the Point of the Needle club
Friday afternoon at her home ON Dart
mouth avenue.
Plans were made for the Christmas
party to be held New Years night at
the home of Mrs. o. H. Handbook, when
she will entertain members of the club
and their husbands with buffet-sup-
per. The making of Christmas gifts
occupied the remainder of the after
noon, at the close of which a delicious
salad and ice course was served. Those
present were: Mrs. r. S. Maxwell,
Mrs. Alverson, Mrs. Tillman, Mrs. j.
l.. Batson, Mrs. l.. B. Bradley, Mrs.
I. J. DeJarnette, Mrs. Harry Massey,
Mrs. o. II. Halbrook, Mrs. Homer Hurd,
Mrs. A. H. Smith, Mrs. Essau Harris,
Mrs. Howard Mussey and Miss Eliza
beth Herbert.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
CHRISTMAS BUSINESS

, Bessemer merchants have enjoyed the
largest holiday trade in the history of
the city so far this year. They expect
next week to exceed by far any past
record. In the past year the city has
grown considerably and in view of this
the merchants bought larger and better
stocks, which are finding a ready sale
Saturday most of the corporations
of the district granted special pay day
in order to allow their employees to do
T. their Christmas shopping early. AS a
result of this and the sudden drop in
temperature, clothing merchants did an
lirnusual large pre-holiday business Sat
sfi day. Large crowds were on the streets
opi,til late hour, in spite of the weather.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
"BIG BROTHERS." CHRISTMAS

The Big Brothers class of the South
Highland Baptist church requests the
names of any individual or family in
need to be turned i'll to the All Ameri-
can Shoe store, Mortin Hardware COM
pany, or the Guarantee Shoe store.
The Christmas tree celebration will
be at the Baptist church Christmas Day
at 2 80 o'clock. All names received
before that time will be given some re-
memhrance
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
PLANT ENLARGED

y The Home Publishing company has
announced considerable expansion of
their plant at 1912 Second avenue, which
will include installation of several
thousand dollars worth of new equip
ment before January 1. This firm sue
ceeded the Judson Printing company
little over one year ago.
They have announced the receipt dur
ing the past week of another linotype
:. machine, which cost approximately ST.
=. 800, and which is to be installed at their
Giant just after Christmas. A large
lumber of other items of machinery will
he added, contributing much to the eff
ficiency of the plant, which is one of
the largest in the county. The firm is
composed of Howe Price and Luke E.
Jones,
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
PERSONALS

Mrs. j. p. Vandeveer and Mrs. John
Vandeveer, and two children will arrive
Sunday from Clanton, Ala, to spend
the holidays with DR.. and Mrs. j. X.
Pow.
Mrs. J. B. Morton is i'll at her home
on Dartmouth avenue.
Miss Alverine and Regina Matlock
left this week to spend the holidays with
their parents in Huntsville, Ala.
Frank Perkins arrived Friday from
Auburn to spend the Christmas holidays
with his parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Charles
Perkins.
John Malone will arrive Sunday from
New Orleans to spend the holidays with
his parents, Mr.. and Mrs. J. d. Ma
line, on Fourth avenue.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
ANNOUNCEMENTS

Mr.. and Mrs. c. Hagler announce
the engagement and approaching mar
riage of their daughter, Margaret Ber-
nice, to Mr.. Benjamin Fritz Cannon.
The wedding will take place in jan
uary. Many social events are being
planned for Miss Hagler during the
Christmas and New Year seasons.
The Presbyterian Church Woman's
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
MRS FRIEDBERGER DIES

Mrs. Hortemse Friedberger, 81, died
Saturday morning at 10 o'clock at her
home, 1900 Arlington avenue, following
a short illness.
She is survived by one daughter, Mrs.
W. J. Pearce; one son, P. o. Friedber-
ger; one sister. Mrs. Kate Oster, and
one aunt, Miss NJ. J. Oster.
The body of Mrs. Friedberger will be
shipped Sunday morning to Columbiana.
where interment will take place Sunday
afternoon. Jacobs in charge.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
.ARSENATE URGED
AS NOTE SECURITY
Step To Aid Farmers Advocated
By Senator George
lBY Associated Press

81. WASHINGTON. Dec 20.-The gov
ernor of the federal reserve board was
asked today by Senator George, demo-
crat, Georgia, to accept notes secured
by calcium arsenate.
The Georgia senator pointed out
that calcium arsenate was non-perish
able and if stored in federal ware
house would furnish sufficient security
for federal reserve notes.
Senator George declared that if this.
is accomplished farmers would be en-
abled to purchase tins commodity in the
fall and winter ana not be compelled
to go into the market in the spring
when the product is in heavy demand
and pay speculative prices.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
QUIET WEDDING

Miss Mable Edna Burnap and Dur
ward H. Johnson, both of Bessemer
We're married quietly by Rev. Roy
Chandler of the South Highland Bap-
fist church Saturday afternoon at 8
o'clock. Rev. Chandler performed the
wedding ceremony in the presence of a
few relatives and friends of the couple.
The bride, is the daughter of Mr..
H. ]. Burnap, and has many friends
here, where she has been reared and
educated. She was very attractive in
an ensemble suit of dark hues with ac-
cessories to match.
Mr.. and Mrs. johnson will make
their home with the groom's parents,
Mr.. and Mrs. Hardy Johnson, at 1917
CAROLYN avenue.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
SCOUTS ARE SENTINELS

Scoutmaster II. A. Chipley has out
lined special work for the Boy Scouts
during Christmas week. Scout SEN
tinels will be stationed in the downtown
district to lend n helping hand. Other
scouts are making house to house
canvass soliciting food and clothing for
the needy. All housekeepers are asked
to be thoughtful of this request and have
something ready when they call
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
SCHOOL PROGRAM

The student body and faculty of the
Brighton High school held special
program Friday afternoon, when school
closed for the Christmas holidays. A
Christmas tree beautifully decorated
occupied the center of the stage, and
presents from the tree were presented
to each pupil and teacher, by members
and patrons of the school.
a program of songs and piano selec-
tons were given by pupils of the school
after which Prof. r. f. Baird, princi-
pal of the school, addressed the assem-
bly,.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
RIVER-HARBOR BILL
is DUE JANUARY Is
Appropriations Have Right-Of-
Way, Says L0ngwOrth

WASHINGTON, Deca. 20.-Ques-
toned in the house today by Represen-
tative Garner, democrat, Texas. Re-
publican Floor Leader, Longworth said
the $53,OO0,000 river and harbor gill
might be reached about January 10,
or thereabouts' He added that ap-
preparations still have the right of way.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
WOULD COMPENSATE
DISABLED OFFICERS
Senator Bursum To Aid Emer-
gency War Veterans
(Ry Associated Press.

WASHINGTON, Dec. 20.-Senator
Bursum, republican, New Mexico, said
today he expected to bring up for pas
sage at this session of congress his bill
for retirement and compensation of
emergency officers disabled in the
World war. The entire cost of the
measure, Senator Bursum said, would
be about 100000 annually and as
now drafted the legislation provides
the benefits of the legislation be con-
fined to officers who suffered dis
ability of at least 80 per cent. in. line
of duty.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
PRONTO CHR MEETING

Members of the PrOnto club met with
Mrs. r. h. Maxwell this week at her
home on Dartmouth avenue.
A musical program and games were
enjoyed The feature of the evening
being selections by a quartet from Nor
wood. Refreshments and minis in the
Christmas colors were served the fol-
lowing guests: Mrs. George Cowden,
Mr.. and Mrs. James Wright, Mr.. and
Mrs. Ross Huey, Mr.. and Mrs. Howard
Mussey, DR.. and Mrs. Easau Harris,
Mrs. Minnie Kennedy, Mrs, Will Chill
dress and Mr.. Phillips.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
SOUTH HIGHLAND BAPTIST

Special Christmas anthems and q
Christmas sermon will be given at the
II o'clock hour at the South Highland
Baptist church. Rev. Roy Chandler,
pastor, has as his subject the Great
Doctrines and the Birth of Christ" At
go o'clock in the afternoon the
white Christmas" program and pa
geant, THE Shepherds VISION" will be
put on by 30 members of the Bible
school.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
TO PAVE ROAD

An appeal made by members of the
county board of revenue to the highway
commission, which met in Montgomery
recently, Bessemer will have a paved
road all the way to Tuscaloosa. No
road in the county is more used for
travel nor traffic and this improvement
will mean much to the public.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
MARRIAGE LICENSES

Licenses were issued Saturday to j.
A. Adams and Miss Effie Moore :;
Harold Kimbell Hines and Miss Buelah
Winters; w. l.. Anthony and Miss
Milicent Gillian, and Durward Ii. John
son and Miss Mable Burnap.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
JONESBORO METHODIST

Rev. Henry NJ. Hurst, pastor, will
conduct both morning and evening serv-
ices at the Jonesboro Methodist church
Sunday. The topic at the morning
service will be, Just Before He Came"
and in the evening his topic will be,
"Christ. the Comforter"
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
FIRST BAPTIST

Rev. J. o. Williams, pastor, will de-
liver the morning sermon, and in the
evening at 80 o'clock special Christ
mas musical program arranged by Mrs.
G. B. Hollingsworth will be rendered.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
FIRST PRESRYTERIAN

DIR. +. y. Heller, pastor, will de-
liver special sermon Sunday morning
on 1.-THE Christmas Question" White
Christmas exercises at 5 o'clock.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21
BAPTIST

The pastor, Rev. NJ. f. Matthews.
will have charge of the Christmas serv-
ices at the Westside Baptist church
Sunday.
ming at the Seventh Street Baptist
church. ''
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1924-12-21

service. A special song service will be
held. Mrs. A. f. Armstrong of Marion,
Ala, will render solos. At o'clock
Sunday afternoon Christmas services
will be held, with Miss Phillis Waites
in charge.