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The Daily Alaska empire., 1934-11-16
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sity's homecoming at Bloomington November 3; will play host. at its own homecoming October 27, with Minnesota as. the opponent. and will entertain Purdue November 10 at Iowa's Dads day and American Legion day. @@.f i,s.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1934-11-16

The city |. of Louisville. Ky, has established tbe J. B. Speed Memor- ial of Fine Arts. in memory of James Speed. friend of Abraham Lincoln, and attorney general of the United States from 1864 to 1866.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1934-11-16
WEATHER SYNOPSIS

I5igh morning the North Pacific
 storm area being cenered miles island This pressure distribution attended showers over weather of marked intensity cenered over the the lowest reported ing 2se4 inches was reported Nome and Aleutian Islands. F ef 1 4a sN
 It was warmer night Western Alaska and Slightly over the eastern portion
The Daily Alaska empire., 1934-11-16

A custom in the Blue Grass sec ton of Kentucky is to build farm gates that can be opened from an automobile seat by jerking a cord
The Daily Alaska empire., 1934-11-16

feel the object of such an organi- zation is and if such a group is
 needed in the city's educational
 scheme.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1934-11-16

One. hundred and seventy seven New York City policemen were awarded certificates of honor re- gently by the Humane society for rescuing animals.
The Kennewick courier-reporter. [volume] (Kennewick, Wash.) 1914-1938, 1934-12-27
one in Kennewick be happy and
prosperous in the year 1895!
METHODIST CHURCH
Hubert C. Vincent, pastor.

Sunday school at $3.50. Let as
see if we cannot have a record at
tendance this last Sunday of the
old year. Morning worship at IL
o'clock. Gods Purpose in Reve-
lation" will be the subject Of the
pastors sermon, being some thots
by the series on "God Revealing
Himself" Special music.
Epworth League at $3.50 with
A. ID. Rogers assisting the leader.
At 7:45 the choir under the di-
rection of Mrs. Vane Wilder will
present the Christmas cantata,
"The Holy Child" This cantata
beautifully tells the story Of the
nativity. By coming and listening
to it you can give your soul mus
ical treat as well as worship God,
the father for His great Gift to
US. You are most cordially invit-
ed to be with us in these services.
The Kennewick courier-reporter. [volume] (Kennewick, Wash.) 1914-1938, 1934-12-27

Mr.. and Mrs. L. Dimmick left
Tuesday evening to spend the hol-
days with relatives in Spokane.
James Harper of Wishram spent
Christmas with Hover friends.
Mr.. and Mrs. Jerry Blair visited
Sunday at the William Thomas
home.
w. Murawski was the guest of
Mr.. and Mrs. C. Slaybaugh for
Christmas dinner. ...
Mr.. and Mrs. j. r. Ayers are
spending the holidays at the Ma
gel home in Ringold. "
Miss M. Clifford left Friday to
spend her vacation at her home in
Twisp. .s~
The Kennewick courier-reporter. [volume] (Kennewick, Wash.) 1914-1938, 1934-12-27
CHURCHES
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
Corner First and Washington

Close the old year in fellowship
with Gods people and begin the
New Year with a promise to your
self and God to give Him H S
rightful place in your life. Ex-
press your gratefulness to Him
during this next year for the great
Gift of His Son. You are welcome
to fellowship with us at any Of our
services.
1890 Morning Praise service.
1900 New Years message,
Forgetting the Past and Facing
the Future
1880 to 1900 Bible school for
everyone.
$50 B.Y.P.U. for Juniors and
Seniors.
7:30 Evening service in pictures
slides, on Gods Grace"
7:30 Wednesday Bible study on
subject, Authority"
1t is our sincere wish that every
The Kennewick courier-reporter. [volume] (Kennewick, Wash.) 1914-1938, 1934-12-27
FIRST ENG. LUTHERAN
Harold F. Hammer, pastor

Sunday school at 10 am, Olive
Brue, assistant superintendent.
Morning service at IL o'clock.
Subject Retrospect of a Waning
Year." Luke 2:33-40.
Bible classes( adult and inter-
mediate) 10 am. with Messrs w.
T. Tracy and RECTOR Anderson, in
structors. Lesson Victory, Thru
Christ" text: / John, 5:1-12.
Choir practice and Luther Lea
que committee meeting at 8 pm.
Wednesday.
Confirmation class Saturday at
2:30 pm.
We wish you al in His name, A
Most Blessed New eYar.
The Kennewick courier-reporter. [volume] (Kennewick, Wash.) 1914-1938, 1934-12-27
Hover Community En-
joys Christmas Program
HOVER

A community Christmas pro-
gram under the direction of Mrs.
G. Montague and Mrs. C. Tholman
was presented Saturday evening
in the high school auditorium. Vo-
cal numbers were given by the
Misses Delma Williams and Alice
Mcintyre. Special music by the
Mills children, consisted of Rob-
ert and Wilburt on the violins, ac-
companied by Loretta at the piano
and singing by Linn Mills. Treats
were passed to all.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. F. Ashby were
hosts at dinner Tuesday, enter
tanning the r. C. Ashby's and the
A. w. Wallins.
S. Rife and sons, Raymond and
Harold of Walla Walla were visit
ors at the c. L. Evans home on
Christmas day.
Mr.. and Mrs. Harlow Stewart
and daughter of Eugene, Oregon
are spending their vacation at the
B. B. Stewart home.
Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Mills at
tended birthday party for Mr..
Johnson in Richland.
Mr.. and Mrs. Carl Evans and
Mrs. G. B. Ashby were Walla Wal
la visitors Friday.
Mr.. and Mrs. William Mills have
as their guest, Mrs. Mills BROTH
er, Mark Williams of Parksdale.
Rev. and Mrs. E. Bergan and
daughter of Waitsburg visited at
the j. E. Cochran home during the
week.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ivan Evans of I'm
derwood spent the holidays at the
Evans home in Hover and with
the Heddingtons in Finley.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-11
ConerHouseW WLl Incorporate Soon
All Officers Are Reelected For Another Term, Directors
 Also Were Appointed

Incorporation papers for the Corner House association, an or ganization for the protection of homeless girls, were signed yester- day at the annual meeting of the association held at it's headquar- ters, 50 kingsbury street. Reports read at the meeting revealed that the work of the society has grown steadily during the year.
 Mrs Rowley w. Phillips was re- elected president. Other officers, all reelected, are: First vice-presi- dent, Mrs Joel l. Butler; second vice president, Mrs c. P. Goss Sd; secretary, Mrs Rodney Chase; treasurer, Mrs Charles l.. Larkin.
 The following directors were also elected: For one year, Mrs Mark l.. Sperry, Jr., Mrs John s. Dye, Miss Margery Hayden, Mrs Frank K. English; for two years, Mrs Edwin Pyle, Miss Lois Warner, Mrs Evelyn Lilley, Mrs Eugene Kerner; for three years, Mrs J. Hobart Bronson. Mrs Edward Hinman, Mrs Richard c. Jeter, Miss Margaret B. Bull is the asso- ciations executive secretary.
 Sisners of the papers of incor- poration are: Mrs L. G. Bean, Mrs J. Hobart Bronson, Mrs Joel I. Butler, Mrs Rodney Chase. Mrs
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-11
Club Activities

the meeting of Maid Marion degree ,at Foresters' hall last night. A so- cial hour followed the meeting. Mrs Grace M. Best of Hartford, state field director, conducted the installation of officers of the Wo- mems Benefit association last night at K. of c. hall. She was assisted by Mrs Catherine Horsman of Hartford and Mrs Nellie McCrann. of New Britain. Guests were also
 present from Torrington, Beacon
 Falls and Naugatuck, the attend ance being more than 100. Heading the Torrington delegations was Mrs
 Martha Waltie, managing deputy. Officers installed we ras follows:
 Mrs Nora Kelly, president; Mrs
 Della Porzenheim, vice-president;
 Mry Mary Keefe, financial secre- tary; Mrs Margaret Tyler, record ing secretary; Mrs Mary c. Kilmar- Itin, treasurer; Miss Mary Court ney, segreant; Mrs Mary Meehan, inner hostess; Mrs Catherine Bowes outer hostess; Mrs Mary White, chaplain; Mrs Mary A. Carney, past president.
 Refreshments were served and. a oOiCdA AlOoL AOA1O"Cu SihS AhoSNAAos tion.
 Officers of Washington camp, Patriotic Sons of America were in- stalled following the business meet ing last night. Past State President Baker Mann, and State Treasurer A. Johnson conducting the installa- ton. Other state officers present were State Gaurds L. E. Carl and l.. I. Siegel, of New Britain. Initia- tory degrees were conferred upon threenew members, and plans were made for the George Washington celebration to be held Feb 22.
 Officers installed were: N. H. Bellmay, Jr., past president; Fred G. Gould, president; Charles Turn ey, president; Paul Couch, master of forms; A. s. Daniels, re- cording secretary; Frank Blakes- lee, treasurer; Edward Bentley, conductor; William Peck, inside guard; Fred Peck, outside guard; N. H. Bellmay, ST.. outside guard; sentinels, James Drake, L. c. Bene- dict, A. w. Davis, and Harry Haw- kins; trustee, l.. w. Curtis, ST.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-11
Local Doctors VIII
 Hold Annual Meeting

The annual meeting of the Wa terbury Medical association will be held tonight in the Castle Mem orial building on Central avenue. pr. T. E. Bevans will be elected president, succeeding Dr. George Russell. The vice-presidentcy will go to a member of the staff of St. Mary's hospital, according to a custom of long standing, as the office has been held the past year by pr. Bevans. who is on the staff of the Waterbury hospital. pr. An drew J. Jackson and Dr. Edward Herr are contenders for the office.
 A miscellaneous shower was giv- en recently in honor of Mrs John s. Corrigan of Easton avenue at the Chase Co.'s rooms. Mrs Corri- gan was the former Miss May Wrenn of Middlebury road. The decorations were carried out in pink and white. The bride was presented with a number of beauti- full gifts. A supper was served and miniature corsages given to the guests. Those in attendance were Misses Mary Hardy, Lillian Smith, Mary Corrigan, Marion Trombley, Myrtle Burr, Mildred Smith, Kath- erine Connolly, Mrs Timothy Cor rigan. Mrs F. Trombley, Mrs A. Connolly. Mrs Matthew Corrigan, Mrs F. Frederick, Mrs J. Waas, Mrs E. Warren. Mrs s. Jones, Mrs H. Smith. Mrs T. Rush. Mrs c. Crosby, Mrs B. Thornley, Mrs c. Powell, Mrs A. Keane, Mrs Will fam Keane, Mrs IT. Thornley Mrs William smith. Mrs Joseph Muckle, Mrs Frank Sullivan, Mrs Joseph Breen. Mrs r. Burr Mrs James Corrigan. Mrs P. Corrigan, Mrs M. White and Mrs J. Butler.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-11
SOLUTION TO PREVIOUS CONTRACT PROBLEM

Coup plays always are interest ing, because they seldom come up. Everything has to be just right to execute a trump coup. You must find sufficient entries in dummy, and you must find your opponent, who has the long trump, with the same distribution that you have.
 Nevertheless. when the coup IS made, it always proves thrilling. believe that it is one of the most difficult plays for the beginner at contract to recognize, but the ex- pert always is on the lookout for one and seldom misses 1t.
 Here is one played recently by George Unger of New York, for mer national champion.
 The opening lead was the ace of clubs and a small club was con- tjnued. The ten was played from dummy. East covered with the jack. and Unger trumped the trick
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-11

Mrs Laura Otto, grand chief, conducted the installation of officers of Myrtle tempe, Pythian Sisters at Pythian hall last night. Assist ing in the installation were Mrs Lenora Maybury, and Mrs Jennie Atwill. The ceremonies were pre- ceded by supper and followed by an entertainment which fea- tured Shirley and Betty Ehrhardt, pupils of the Elinor Miles dancing school. They were accompanied on the piano by Miss Mildred Marsh all.
 The following officers were in- stalled: Mrs George Chandler, most excellent chief; Mrs John Mater, excellent senior; Mrs Arthur Sch- roeder, most excellent junior! Mrs Mary Houghtaling, manager; Mrs Walter Northrop, mistress of f1n- ance; Mrs Raymond Benson, keep CT of records; Mrs Nelson Thomas, protector; Mrs William Hoskings, outside guard; Mrs Howard Marsh all, musician; Mrs Mime Burdick, third trustee; Mrs Mary Hall, al- ternate; Mrs William Miles, press representative.
 Installation of officers of Excel sior council o. U. A. M. will be held tonight at Mechanics hall. All members are requested to be pres ent.
 J. F. Nagel, sachem, presided at the business meeting of Toantic tribe, Red Men, held at Bunker Hill hall last night.
 Routine business was transacted at the meeting of Liberty lodge of Masons at Temple hall last night. Walter L. Wood, worshipful mas ter, presiding.
 Deputy Alan Skipp, and Francis Hoops of Ansonia addressed mem bers of Court Fruitful Vine in Foresters' hal Hasa night. Annual reports were read at the meeting, over which Chief Ranger Robert Finley presided.
 Mrs Agnes Porter presided at
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-11
Day Nursery Has Annual Meeting
Mrs Willis M. Hall Elected President of the AssOcia-
 tiOn; Reports Given

Mrs Willis M. Hall was elected president of the Waterbury Day Nursery association at the annual meeting of the organization yes- terday. A lengthy report on the &C., complishments of the nursery dur ing the past year was rendered by Miss Sarah M. Ball, superintendent at the institution. The methods of the nursery, she stated in the re- port, are satisfactory to the Na- tional Federation of Day Nurseries and the local institution has been admitted to the organization fol- lowing a personal inspection by Mrs M. c. Upton, executive secretary Of the national association.
 Voluntary workers and the mu- tual aid assisted the nuresry during the past year, according to the re- port, so that the regular staff was augmented somewhat. Contagious diseases among the children, such as scarlet fever, chicken .pox and so forth, gave the nursery consid- erable work and worry during 1883 and it was necessary to open a whooping cought ward so as to help mothers to continue working.
 Thanks is given to all those who aided financialyy during 1893 and Miss Ball considers the work done at the nursery on a par with other years despite curtailed budget. Other officers chosen were: Mrs Robert r. Griggs, vioe-president; Miss Helen Frisbie, treasurer; Mrs Frank English, secretary; Miss Sarah M. Ball, superintendent. Board of managers: Miss Lucy M. Burrall, Mrs Irving H. Chase, Miss Helen Ives Driggs, Mrs John P. Elton, Mrs Alfred l.. Hart, Mrs Nell son A. Pomeroy, Mrs H. Milroy Steele, Mrs Hugh L. Thompson. Miss Mita M. Wake, Mrs Alan Boardman, Mrs George Goss, Mrs Edwin Northrop.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-11
Today's Contract Problem

with the three of spades. Two rounds of trump were taken and West showed out, discarding a club. Now the trick is to pick up North's jack, and 1t was done in this manner:
 A small heart was led and won in dummy with the ace. The good queen of clubs was played rom dummy and South Discarded a small hoart.
 The rest of the hand, then. Is simple. Unger cashed his queen or diamonds and then won two dla.. monds in dummy with the ace ana king. Another diamond was playod which deelarer trumped with the six of spades.
 Now the nlne of hearts was won in dummy with the king. East was down tO tho Jack and eight or spades, and deelarer tO the queen and nina of spades,
 4 heart was led from dummy, IenHt was forced tO trump, UnHeF GvertFnnpad and picked up the last trump wiih tho queen or spades,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-11
Scout News

The Boy Scout court of honor last night passed seven scouts tax ing tests for merit badges. The awards were won as follows: Eagle scout, Joseph Pons of troop z; star scout. Robert Brown and Harry Kamack of troop 35; scholarship, Harry Kamack of troop 35; safety, Charles Phillips and Ted Phillips of troop 35.
 Last nights court was composed of Herbert s. Root, Charles H. Perry, Warren F.. Rouse, Allen H. Boardman, Carl c. Gulliver and Harold G. Manning.
 Mrs William T. Leggett will be the speaker at a supper meeting of the Girl Scout Leaders associa- ton at the Bunker Hill Congrega- tional church tonight. Misses Hilda Bloom and Lillian Loeffler will act as hostesses.
 The second of a series of four lessons in astronomy was given thoe taking the course by Miss Inez Clough of St Margaret's school at the Girl Scout house of the First church last night.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-11
Second Church VIII \ Elect Neuv Officers

Officers of the Second Congrega- tional church for the coming year will be elected tonight lat the an- nual meeting of the congregation. Following the business session Rev John M. Phillips of Hartford will talk on "The New Year, the New Deal and the Kingdom" This will be followed by two-act play, the members of the cast being Frances Morgan, Elizabeth Dowie, Dorothy Honegger, Beverly Slack, Rosetta Currie, Margaret Grenier, Pauline Austin, Barbara Eusey, Christine Hunter, Martha Raymond, Peggy Blake, Mildred Hendrick and Jean EuSey.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-11
Labor Representative
 Addresses JeJUelers

Samuel E.. Beardsley, code au- thority and representative or the American Federation of Labor ad- dressed meeting of the local .Pewelry Workers Union last even ing in Moose hall. In his remarks he questioned the status of the Elm ployes' Protective association or the Waterbury Clock company and declared that the New York re- gional compliance had ruled that companv unions are illegal. He urged all employees of the clock trade in Waterbury to join the A. F. of l..
 MT Beardsley gave a brief out line of the history of the labor movement for the past thirty years He also read and discussed the va- rious code provisions relating to the clock industry. A. J. Kinkle- man, president of the union pre- sided.
 Miss Anna Mackie was elected chairman of the evening depart ment of the Second Congregational church at the annual meeting and supper held Tuesday evening at 6:30 o'clock in the parish house. Supper was served by Mrs Oble- mis DuBois and the members of her committee. At this time the department honored two prospec- tive brides, Miss Arvilla Bugden who is being married early next month and Miss Mildred Larson who is to wed today, and two recent brides, Mrs Elton Thayer, the former Grace Leete and Mrs liar old Quinn, the former Mrs Alice Winchester. They were presented with hot oven dishes. During the evening Mrs Moses R. Lowell gave a short talk following which the members discussed a pro- gram of activities for the coming year. In addition to Miss Mackie the following officers were chosen: Vice. chairman, Mrs Herbert Spen- cer; treasurer, Miss Margaret Ed wards; secretary, Miss Marjorie Turner; chairman of the supper committee, Mrs Oblemis DuBois; chairman of the membership com mittee, Mrs Thomas Morgan; chairman of entertainment, Mrs W. o. Butler; chairman of the work committee, Mrs Merritt An derSon.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-11
Shriners Elect NelD
 Officers At Meeting

William P Hemming, of Stam- ford, was elected potentate of the
 Pyramid Temple, Ancient Aramic Order, Nobles of the Mystic Shrine at the annual meeting and cleo ton of the order in Bridgeport last night, with more than 1855 Shriners from all parts of the state in at- tendance.
 He succeeded John c. Stanley, of
 Bridgeport, who held the post dur
 ing the past year.
 Other officers elected are James
 T. Patterson, of Bridgeport, chief
 rabban; state controller, Anson F,
 Keeler, of Norwalk and Hartford
 assistant rabban; Ralph Wade, of
 Bridgeport, high priest and prophet
 Police Capt. James A. Walker, of Bridgeport, oriental guide; Alvin | H. Hancock, of Bridgeport, treas urer: Robert M. Davies, of Shel- ton, recorder; Angus H. Mackenzie, of Bridgeport, trustee, and repre- sentatives to the imperial council, Potentate Hemming, Chief Rabban Patterson, Past Potentate George C.. Beers and Harry Futile, chief of police in West Haven. Past Potentate Stanley presided during the first part of the meet ing, but with the election of off, cers turned the gavel over to his successor, who concluded the ses- sion.
 A card party will be given un- der the auspices of the Waterbury Hospital Nurses Alumnae Tuesday evening, January 23rd, at the Gen. tral '. M. c. A.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-11

Davis, Henry o. Newman and Ivan Coulter.
 The four beautiful silver cups to be held by the winners for one year, are now in the possession of the Community Club whose team last year consisted of w. Harry Byrnes, Dr Stanley M. Lund, Cal win Hurlburt and John Kolb, and who must defend them this year.
 A number of teams have already signified their intention of enter ing this tournament, among whom, in addition to the defenders, are Frank Smyth, Jr, States Attorney Lawrence l.. Lewis, Ivan Coulter and Allen Ruffin; a University Club team explained by Alvan L.. Davis; a Unity Association team explained by Nathan Freedman; a Bunker Hill Women's team, cap- tained by Mrs Richard Fisher, and other Women's teams explained by Mrs w. Harry Byrnes and Mrs Marie O'Donnell. It is expected that teams will enter from many fraternal organizations, the Sco- will Club, Y. M. c. A., Waterbury Club and the Pequot Club, in addi- ton to many individual teams not representing organizations. Teams from Naugatuck and Meriden are also expected to take part. This most interesting event which brought out 16 teams last year, is a knockout match, the op- posing teams being drawn by lot. Eliminated teams may take part in 8 consolation knockout team of four match, to the winners of which, four beautiful prizes will be awarded.
 Reservations are in charge of Mrs Elizabeth Davis.
 Mrs Anthon T. Gesner of State street will be speaker at the meet ing of the New Haven Archdeacon- ry of the Girls Friendly societies to be held at St Johns Episcopal church parish house on Tuesday, the 16th. Miss Dorothy Williams, who is vice. president of the arch deaconry, is in charge of the meet ing which will open a box-luncheon at 6:30 o'clock.
 The Women's Educational club met on Monday evening at the home of Miss Blanche Bisnovich of Kaytonne avenue. Frank Dub- insky, managing editor of the Jew ish Ledger, talked on Jewish lit- erature and it's effects on Jewish communal life. Tentative plans were made for the large bridge to be held on the 23d at the home of Mrs Joseph Gaber of Buckingham street. Miss Bertha Moskowitz is chairman of arrangements for the affair and reservations may be made with her.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-01-11
Officers Elected By
 Postal Auxiliary

The ladies' auxiliary to the mail carriers held their meeting and election of officers Monday at the American Legion home. The fol- lowing members were appointed to serve for the coming year: President, Mrs Charles Dunn, vice-president, Mrs Paul Staff strom; recording secretary, Mrs Thomas Costello; financial secre- tary, Mrs John Gilhooly; treas urer, Mrs Joseph Guevin; chap lain, Mrs Joseph Stance; mistress at-arms, Mrs John Wall; flag bearer, Mrs Maurice Fitzgerald; trustees, Mrs Henry Pensil Mrs David Walsh and Mrs William Barton; chairlady of trustee com mittee, Mrs George T. Stock. A social hour followed the busi- ness meeting. The new officers are to be installed at the next meeting of the organization.
 Several from this city were in the annual business meeting of the Connecticut branch of the Women's auxiliary of the Episcopal
 
 house. The morning session includ- ed reports of diocesan officers, a roll call of parishes and an address by Mrs Henry Wolcott of Boston. Noon day prayers were read by Bishop Budlong and in the after noon there were other reports, and addresses by Miss Marguerite Og- den of Portland, Me, and Miss Katherine Grammer of Wellesley, Mass. Among the representatives from Trinity church were Mrs Henry Baldwin Todd, Mrs William Gillette, Mrs S. Edward Starr and Mrs Robert Hulsart. From All Souls Episcopal church were Mrs Richard B. ayard, Mrs Harry Bavier, Mrs c. 1T. Tomlinson, Mrs Giles Anderson and Mrs T. Lowry Sinclair. Mrs Frank Treat and Mrs John s. Jamison rep resented St. Johns church.
 Mrs Florence Merrill was elect ed president of the Waterbury Hospital Alumnae association at the meeting on Monday evening held at the nurses home. Assisting officers who were elected were: president, Mrs Lyla Hender- son; recording secretary, Miss Frances Poscavage; corresponding secretary, Mrs Marjorie Kurtz, and treasurer, Mrs Helen Borm- olini. There were about 38 present. The business meeting was followed by a social hour and refreshments. The next meeting will be held on Monday, Feb. 12.