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Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31
OBITUARY
DICK

DICK
The funeral of Alice W. Dick, Jr.,
% years old. of Wilmington. took
place Wednesday morning. Ser
vices were held in All Saints P. E.
Church at Rehoboth. Interment was
made in Midway Presbyterian
Cemetery. Mr. Dick died Sunday,
March 26. in Delaware Hospital. He
had been i'll six weeks. Surviving
him are his wife. Mrs. Josephine
O'Neil Dick; his parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. Alice W. Dick of Wilmington
and Rehoboth; sister, Mrs. Joseph
inc Porter, RehOboth, and three bro
theirs, William Dick. Wilmington. and
John and Theodore Dick of Reho-
both. Born at Rehoboth, Mr.. Dick
went to Wilmington when a child.
He was prominent in school athletics
while attending the Wilmington
High School. and was a former cap
tain of the school football team. He
was employed in the accounting de-
partment of the DUPONT Company.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31
PERSONALS

Mr.. and Mrs. George Lamey, oi
Philadelphia. were weekend guests
of MIR. and Mrs. Harry Mulnolland.
Miss Emma Gillespie and Joseph
Frigar, of Philadelphia, were recent
guests of Mr.. and Mrs. John w. Bur-
ris.
Mr.. and Mrs. George w. ManlOve
and daughter, Miss Peggy Manlove,
spent the past weekend in Philadel-
phia.
Miss Marjorie Mulholland was the
guest of her parents. Mr.. and Mrs.
Fred Mulholland, last week for her
spring vacation.
Levin Latchum, student at PTin-
cetOn University. is spending his va
cation with his parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
J. Harry Latchum.
Mrs. Ida Riley returned home to
Wilmington on Thursday after spen-
ding some time with her niece, Mrs.
F. Burgette Short.
-
Miss Jean Mulholland will return
to Washington after spending her
spring vacation with her parents,
Mr.. and Mrs. Harry Mulholland.
.
Miss Barbara Marshall will leave
on Sunday for Durham. N. C., where
she is a freshman at Duke Univer-
sity, after spending her spring va
cation with her parents, DR.. and
Mrs 6 NJ D. Marshall.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31
CHRISTIAN SCIENCE CHURCHES

Christian Science Church Service
Report for Sunday, April 2. 1888.
Subject: Unreality.
Golden Text: Proverbs 30:S-Re-
move far from me vanity and lies:
give me neither poverty nor riches;
feed me with food convenient for me.
A Bible Citation from the Lesson
Sermon: Luke 2O:3S-For he is not
a God of the dead. but of the living
for all live unto him.
Correlative from the Textbook.
Science and Health with Key to the
Scriptures" by Mary Baker Eddy :
This is the doctrine of Christian
Science:
That divine love cannot he deprived
of its manifestation or object. that
joy cannot be turned into sorrow. for
sorrow is not the master of joy;
that good can never produce evil;
that matter can never produce nind.
nor life result in death.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31
DRAPER IL NAMED HEAD
OF BOSTON ALUMNI BODY

New England Alumni of the Uni
versity of Delaware met recently al
the University Club in Boston. w
r. Draper. originally of Delmar and
now or Arlington. Mass. was elected
president. George ID. Truitt. of Mil
ton. Mass. formerly of Milford, was
chosen vice-president. and George
Wright of Pawtucket. r. l., secretary
treasurer.
Milton l.. Draper. president of the
General Alumni Association. and
John N. Mcdowell. executive secre-
tary of the organization. spoke at
the meeting. The group will meet
again June 20.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31
GUNSHOT THROUGH HEAD
KILLS GEORGETOWN MAN

The body of William P. Gibbons. 40.
with a shotgun charge through the
head. was found lying beside a gar
age in the rear of his home at
Georgetown last Friday morning.
Gibbons. substitute conductor on
the Harrington-Franklin City rail
road. had been under a charge of
driving an automobile while under
the influence of whiskey. Coroner
Lewis Lathbury announced Gibbons
had committed suicide. Police said
he did not leave a final note. Glib
bons appeared before a magistrate
Thursday night and when convicted
took an appeal to the higher court.
1t was thought that ne had brood
cd much about his father. William
W. Gibbons. a Georgetown merchant.
who died March 4. He is survived
by his wife, Mrs Georgia Gibbons.
and an adopted daughter, Rosetta.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31
SHIRLEY TEMPLE AT SUSSEX

Shirley Temples first technicolor
film. "The Little Princess" which
opens at the Sussex Theater. George
town. on Monday. April 3. for two
day engagement. is doubly happy
occasion for the dimpled stars count
less fans.
Not only does the new goth Cen
tury-Fox triumph respond gloriously
to the public's insistent demands to
see their favorite revealed in the full
beauty of her radiant coloring. but
it also brings to the screen one of
the greatest classics of all time.
Heart throbs and laughter d. stir
ring moments and tender moods
beauty d.. romance unforgettable
dramatic climaxes make this one of
the finest pictures ever produced.
The same producer thrilled you
with "Alexander's Ragtime Band"
Kentucky, "In Old Chicago" Jesse
James" Now see the greatest of all
Little Princess" at the Sus-
sex. Monday and Tuesday, April g.
and 4.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31
Thirty Years Ago
Taken from the 1909 Files of
the Milford Chronicle

Roy Pettyjohn has accepted a po-
sition in the clothing store of Mark
L. Davis.
J. Leonard Abbott, the millwright,
Is busy at this time installing ma
chinery and power at McColley's
Mill, near Laws Church, for the
Electric Light Company. This COM
pany, after. this work is completed.
will furnish light for the smaller ad-
jacent towns, and it is said that some
lights will be placed through the ru-
raj sections. 1t will give many far
mers, who wish it, the chance to
have electric lights in their homes.
o.
On Wednesday night, March "a.
the crate factory and saw mills of
Thomas Minner, at Mastens, were
destroyed by fire. 1t is supposed that
1t caught from sparks from the en-
gine, which blew among the shaw
ings in the factory. There were also
about fifteen hundred completed
crates destroyed. It is a great loss
to both owner and village, and it
leaves a number without employ
ment.
S. NJ. D. Marshall will be home
from the University of Pennsylvania
on Saturday for the Easter holidays.
George W. Macklin and Whitley
Travis caught on Monday of this
week large drum fish and fourteen
king crabs, almost an unknown
catch in March; also a cod fish
weighing about pounds. The cod
fish is rarely ever caught in our
waters.
William G. Anderson, Wilbur Ben
nett and Showell Abbott, of PhiIa-
delphia, visited relatives here last
week.
William A. Webb, manager of the
Milford Lumber Company, made a
business trip to Philadelphia and
New Jersey this week.
o.
Peter Messick, a farmer at Syca-
more, Sussex county, has lost a toe.
and will probably lose his leg from
the effetc of trimming a corn on his
toe. Blood poison developed and it
has now extended so far that, de-
spite the amputation of the toe, the
leg will now have to go. In the last
two years, Messick has had hard
luck. First, his wife died, then fire
destroyed his property, then he was
thrown from a wagon and his leg
broken; after his recovery he had
following that his mo-
her died, and now he is expected to
ose his leg.
The first trout of the season were
,aught on Wednesday, the last day
If March, by Charles Hobbs, fish
.rman of this town. The trout were
lot very large, but it is something
Unknown of to catch any trout at
his season of the year, as the first
mes usually come on about April
o.
The members of the EpwoFth
league of the Avenue M. E. Church
ave DIR. Howard 7. Quigg, the pas
or, a reception in the lecture room
f the church on Tuesday evening.
here was a large number present
D welcome DR.. Quigg back for an
ther year and many very kind and
Complimentary remarks made con-
erning his work here.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31
MILFORD REBEKAIHS
CELEBRATED FOUNDING
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Vice President Elizabeth Swain oi
Georgetown, representing the Rebek-
ah Assembly of Delaware, made a
brief address, conveying greetings
from the parent lodge.
The guest speaker of the evening
was G. Roland Messick, treasurer OF
The L. d. Caulk Company. Mr. Mes
sick is an Odd Fellow of distinction,
having served on the Grand Lodge
staff several years ago. He is a men,
Der of Union Lodge, No. 8, I. o. o.
F., of Georgetown. His address was
to the point and was we'll received.
The entertainment that followed
included the Odd Fellows Minstrel,
presented by members of Crystal
Fount Lodge, No. 10. This was fol-
lowed by several other numbers.
Refreshments, prepared and SER
we'd by the ladies topped the cele-
bration.
Prominent ladies of this commun-
ity who have served the lodge as
noble grand and have worked hard
for its success are Nettie Jester
Mrs. Clarence Jester). Winnie Har-
der (Mrs. Fred Harder), Lulu Walls
(ATrs. Albert Walls), Pearl Steven
son (Mrs. Ernest Stevenson), Miss
Alice Brown, Marguerite Tease Mrs.
I. John Tease), Irma LeCompte Mrs.
John LeCompte), Miss Florence Pot
ter, Mary A. Cannon (Mrs. James w.
Cannon), and Miss Louise Higman.
Past Grand Masters William Marr
and Clarence E. Jester of the Grand
Lodge of Delaware. l. o. o. F., and
Past Presidents Tibitha Bostic and
Naomi Dawson of the Rebekah As
sembly were among the guests.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31

Mrs. Oliver A. James, a young
and gracious hostess, entertained
two groups of friends last week.
On Friday and on Saturday
friends arrived for luncheon.
which was followed by cards.
On Friday there were Mrs. Ray
mond Masten, Mrs. Maurice Bow
er, Mrs. Dean Kimmel. Mrs.
Clyde Nelson, Miss Catherine
Downing, Mrs. Herman Johnson,
Mrs. Frank NAPLES, Mrs. John T.
Lowe. of Baltimore; Mrs. Oliver
v. James. Mrs. John Baker, Mrs.
Edwin Fisher, Mrs. Frank r.
Grier, and Mrs. Frank Brereton
to enjoy Mrs. James hospitality,
and on Saturday Mrs. Lester
Adkins. Mrs. I. d. Short. Mrs.
Jack NAPLES, Mrs. N. M. Stokes.
Mrs. Wilson S. Vinyard, Mrs.
T. Carlisle Collins. Mrs. Edwin
Messick. Mrs. Gene Pratt, Mrs.
Oliver v. James. Mrs. Fred Rey-
nolds. Mrs, August Faix, Mrs.
John T. Lowe and Edward
Walls.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31

Mrs. F. Burgette Short left yester-
day to spend few days in Philadel-
phia with Mr.. and Mrs. Edwin Steele
-
Dick Hummer, director and ar
ranger for Isham Jones Orchestra
was the weekend guest of Jane Har-
rington Harrison.
Mrs. Charles Hackenberg of Phil
adelphia, spent several days this
week with her parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
A. Z. Archer on Lake avenue.
-
Mr.. and Mrs. Fred Wilson and Mr..
and Mrs. William Roach were din
ner guests last Sunday of Rev. and
Mrs. William Mcdaniel of Milton.
Mrs. John T. Lowe, who spent last
week with her daughter, Mrs. Oliver
A. James and DR.. James, returned to
her home in Baltimore on Sunday.
Lieutenant Commander and Mrs.
J. Lockwood Pratt and children, of
Washington, D. c., were weekend
guests of Mrs. J. Lynn Pratt and
Mrs. Frank L. Grier.
-
DR.. and Mrs. Oliver V. James left
on Wednesday for a visit with rela-
tives at Fayetteville, N. c., before
going further south. They expect to
be away about two weeks.
George H. Draper, 3rd. will be the
weekend guest of Theodore Town
send before leaving on April 5, to
spend his spring vacation with his
ramilv at Golden Reach Elnrida
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31
DALLAS KIBLER
TAKES OWN LIFE
icoutinued from FIRST Pass)

Kibler was at liberty under 81.
900 bail on an assault and battery
charge filed by his divorced wife
Mrs. Myrtle Beardsley of Milford
She swore out warrant for KibIer's
arrest several weeks ago when she
said he beat her in her home after
she refused his request to talk
things over" The case was schedul-
ed for the April term Of Sussex
Court.
Funeral services for the poultry
man were held on Tuesday at p. m.
from the Lofland funeral home in
Milford.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31
FISHERMAN FOUND DEAD

William Allen. 65 years old. fish
erman who lived alone at Big Stone
Beach. was found dead in his home
there last Friday afternoon by fisher
men. At an inquest held Saturday
by Coroner Herman johnson of Mil
ford. verdict was rendered that he
came to his death from natural
causes. Funeral services were held
Tuesday at Georgetown.
He is survived by a brother. Chas.
Allen. OF Laurel. and sister. who
resides in Wilmington.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31
MILLVILLE

Mr.. and Mrs. Lemuel Holt Of Phil
adelphia visited his grandparents.
Mr.. and Mrs. Corrigan. here over the
weekend.
Mrs. Horace Harmon, who has
been spending the winter in Oklaho-
ma City with Mr.. and Mrs. Charles
N. Harmon, has returned home.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31

Mr.. and Mrs. William V. Sip
pie were at home to circle of
friends on Sunday afternoon
from five to seven. honoring
Miss Natalie Hamilton, of Har-
beson, and Ensign Henry Sipple.
who is home on leave.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31

zzlasElz9W HE musical program
~ out at High School
on Wednesday was
so good, it is too bad
- more could not have
been present to enjoy it. The
orchestra does not often appear
at Assembly. but it was on hand
and played several favorites like
Dark Eyes," BLUE Danube"
and a couple of marches. The
popular Deep Purple" was a
sax solo for Earl Williams, who
did it beautifully. Florence Pc
terson sang my Darling Nellie
Gray" in her own style, which
was pleasing. The male quartet,
Irwin Salmons, Jimmy Clements,
Harold Kitchens and Clyde Will
kins, which did two numbers,
will surely make its mark as a
group, should these boys contin-
ue to sing together. The Oppor-
tunity to learn more of music.
vocally and instrumentally, is a
part of each child's daily pro-
gram or routine, and with Mr..
Miller and Miss Horn directing
the work. it is one that each boy
and girl will look back on with
much pleasure and appreciation.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31
REHOBOTH BEACH MAN
HELD ON CHECK CHARGE

Charles Martin Clifton of Rehoboth
is under S5,500 bail on charges of is
suing worthless checks. Clifton was
arrested by Sergt. Charles Knox and
Private William II. Horney of the
state police. who have been investi-
eating a recent flood of worthless
checks in this area.
Charges against Clifton have been
brought before Magistrate Wright of
Georgetown; Magistrate Thompson
of Rehoboth. and Magistrate Glenn
ents of Milford.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31

Mr.. and Mrs. Marry B. Greenly. of
Lincoln. announce the engagement of
their daughter. Hazel Virda Greenly.
to DR.. James Philip Citta, son of Mr..
and Mrs. James Citta. of Toms River.
N. J. Miss Greenly is a graduate of
Milford High School and Training
School for Nurses of the jefferson
Medical College Hospital of Philadel-
phia. Dr. Citta is a graduate of Ursi-
nus College and Jefferson Medical
College.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31
HAS list ANNIVERSARY

Col. James C. Wiekes of Dover,
editor of the Delaware State News.
received many congratulatory mes
sages Monday ON the occasion of his
seventy-first birthday anniversary.
He has been associated with the
printing and publishing business for
81 years.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31
MEDICAL SOCIETY PLANS
150TH YEAR CELEBRATION

The Medical Society of Delaware
third oldest medical society in the
United States-will celebrate its ses-
qui-centennial next, October. The
Delaware society was incorporated
by a special act of the General As
sembly on Feb. 8, 1889.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31

Mrs. Wilson Sharp Vinyard
was the model for the lovely
picture done by Mr.. and Mrs.
Horace G. Tropea, which is now
hanging in. the cabinet down.
town. It is a fine likeness, and
from the artists viewpoint, must
be a perfect success.
Y
John Geyer was thirteen on
Thursday of last week and in
celebration of the event called in
ten of his companions to be his
guests for the evening. St. Pat
rick was not forgotten, for he
shared the honors with Spring.
the colOrs for decorations and
such being green and yellow.
The boys present were Joseph
Wright, Paul McNatt, Billy En-
ory, Dean Belts. Jimmy Deputy,
Jack Allen, Jackie Havens. Eu-
gene Sperry, Kenney Parker and
Mark Davis.
"
At a meeting on Friday of the
Massachusetts AIumnus of Uni
versity of Delaware. held at the
University Club in Boston, Mill
ford was represented by George
D. Truitt and James II. Salevan.
There were eight present.
"
MIR. and Mrs. S. J. Petersen, of
near town. were given a delight
full surprise on Saturday by the
visit of Mr.. and Mrs. N. H.
Nelson, of Hopkins, Minnesota.
who have been travelling about
the country since September. Mr..
Petersen was associated in busi-
ness with Mr.. Nelson thirty years
ago, when he left to come to Del
aware. In all those years he has
not seen his former employer.
so it was of real pleasure to
have these midwest visitors as
guests, and to show them coast
al Delaware.
"
Mrs. F. Burgette Short delight
fully entertained a few friends
at her home on Wednesday eve
ming. They came at six-thirty
for buffet supper which was fol-
lowed by Chinese checkers. Gov
ers were laid for twelve.
"
The travellers. Mr.. and Mrs.
Thomas Davis and Mr.. and Mrs.
C. d. Abbott. returned home on
afternoon after
spending most of this month on
a cruise of the West Indies.
by the southern sun and
winds. and relating many things
of interest to each one. they do
not forget to say that it is
grand to be home again.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31
GILHULY

William B. Gilhuly, "a years old, a
poultry raiser in Shawnee district,
died suddenly at his home Tuesday,
March 81. Funeral services were
held at Barratt's Chapel Friday, with
interment at the chapel cemetery.
He is survived by a wife.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31
CULVER
WALTERS

r. ]. Walters. SO years old. hus-
band of Mrs. Annie NJ. Walters. of
near Canterbury, died in Milford Me-
mortal Hospital Friday evening.
March "a, after an illness of several
days. Besides his wife, he is sur
vived by seven children. Funeral
services were held from the resi-
dence near Canterbury Tuesday af-
ternoon at 1870. O'Clock. with inter-
ment at Barratt's Chapel.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31

Mrs. F. Burgette Short delight
fully entertained a few friends
at her home on Wednesday eve
ming. They came at six-thirty
for buffet supper which was fol-
lowed by Chinese checkers. Cow
ers were laid for twelve.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31

At a meeting on Friday of the
Massachusetts Alumnus of Uni
versity of Delaware. held at the
University Club in Boston. Mil
ford was represented by George
D. Truitt and James II. Salevan.
There were eight present.
Milford chronicle., 1939-03-31

HE musical program
out at High School
on Wednesday was
so good, it is too bad
The Valley settler., 1939-05-12
BROADCAST or L0CLL TALEnT

-11 11tS4-DS4-Ao1 VI ION4-L 1IALE1.I Tomorrow night at 8 o'clock in the Palmer d1torium, broadcast proCrem of To cal talent will be pceH ented. The audience will be aolo to hear all the numb CTS on the program and see the activities that take place.
 The returns from this form of en- terttinment will be used entirely to develop the camp grounds which are used by the local Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts and All clubs for their unnner camp. Those attending this unusual broadcast proe5 e5rom will, not only support this worthy cause for our boys and girls, but also will be having the opportunity of portici- poting in Q program similar to large broodcosts outside. A dmi si on will be at the usual show rates. ...#. The. Community Chorus and other local ists will present one or their finest ntertainments.
 DON'T MISS IT!
The Valley settler., 1939-05-12

SAINT NICIAEL'2 CTU7CL The Catholic PQriahionors of Saint Hi chae1ts Church are re- mi G-d9d that the time For. making the EASTER DUTY in AL.SKA is :. e-ztecdod till T7IE1FE#CUNDhT F. INCLUSIVE {June +th). For the accommadatioa of those who have not made thetr Eaater Dey Duty yet, I have arranged that on Saturday May 18th. and or Sunday Hay y~l4th. onothAr Priest will be there to hear Confessions. On Sunday May l4th. Holy .4ass will be celebrated at 9 am. I trust all those who heve not yet made their Easter Duty, will avail them8 elves of this opportunity. Tn uni on of proyers.
 CANON .Dr. Charles van Estvelt, Pastor .;
The Valley settler., 1939-05-12
l.OIICE
 a

DISTRICT :. WILL THEFT MAY 27th.
 1T TIE FOMt or T'CII.8 LEPAK, II+ STEAD OF lL-Y 2Oth. PLGESE ATTEND.
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Ex-SLaUes To
SeeCanadian
Celebration

The Michigan contingent OF the
Williams Ex-Slaves Association OF
the United States. will leave Detroi,
in a motor caravan on Tuesday
August /. to join their Canadian
brothers and sisters in the lO6th
celebration of their emancipation.
This exchange OF international.
goodwill ana fellowship is made
POSSIBLE by the sons and daughters
Of the williams Ex-Slave Associa-
ton, whose three outstanding sons,
Messrs Edward Dean, Leonard
Stumblefeld. and James Scales.
constable candidates respectively
Of the third, first and Nth wards
of the city Of Detroit are the sp0h=
sors OF this unique treat to their
illustrlous ancestors. And who are
busy today making great prepara-
lions for these heroic Americans to
have a gala day in the great city OF
Windsor. Canada. The caravan
will be in charge Of Mrs Mary A.
Mitchell. president OF the Detroit
Unit Of Ex-Slaves.
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was on. Attaches and officials around
the place realizing what had hap
pened, attempted to quiet the frantic
men, women and children but 10 no
avail. They had heard OF deaths by
fire. and did not choose to be a
victim of such a tragic happening.
Several Hurt
While the inhabitants fed several
people were hurt and had to be
treated for their injuries. They in
cluded Jessie Gore. II W. l23rd
street; Mary Lake. 100 W 18th
street; Emily Moody. 237 ". land
street, a 60-year-old woman; Reina
Singleton, Diego Coredosa, 20 E.
l11th Gertrude Stevens, 1856 West
l33rd street. and Susie Simmons,
20 West l30th street.
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Republican Club
HOnOrs Chairman

NEW YORK July 28-More than
FIVE hundred friends and mempers
Of the Loyal Republican club Of
the 18th district gathered at the
beautiful Jewel Chop Suey Friday
night TO attend a dinner-dance- af-
fair E.Yen in honor Of Anna Hockey
Hughes, chairman Of the organlza-
ton
This swanky affair eliminated
several years Of efficient work and
cooperation during the time she has
been connected with the club. The
idea for extending to her some ap-
probation by the members was con-
ceived within the organization by
Sidney Davis, executive member
and rapidly gained support,
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West Side Council Takes Action In Theatre Job Fight
TOLEDO GOLF GUESTS

The members of the Wolverine Golf club guests Of the
Toledo club Sunday July S where interesting tournament
held
Bob Seymour, Bernard Odel Dr. Rollins Bonnie and
Bob representatives Of Detroit who praise the Ohio
golfers for grand time
Bernard Ode Bob Seymour have proved be tile best
2ba combination in the district after their
Clifford Alexandra and c. Clark who defeated and
r. Seymour eaded II and b. Ode IL best ball Of Co. This
S open prove they entitled the iaurels.
The Wolverine Golf club will their annual
in August and September Watch paper for details
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SHELTON BROOKS

Shelton Brooks. sr, and Jr,, seemed
to be thrilled in looking over Harlem
the other day; probably Shell, writer
Uf--park-TUwu- strutter-s- Bit. t1as
something new up his sleeves.