Straits Echo, 26 February 1909
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Title Section35 1909-02-26 1 Straits Echo DAILY CHRONICLE OF EVENTS, CIRCULATING THROUGHOUT THE STRAITS, THE FEDERATED MALAY STATES AND THE FAR EAST GENERALLY VOL. 7. $24 Per Annum, PENANG, FRIDAY, iSuih FEBRUARY, 1909. Single Copy, 10 cent,. No. 45.35 words
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Advertisement955 1909-02-26 1 tianq LEE 00. E—o a 2&rs* 03 OQ >► on oo ae on oo X i" 3=» o 5 no c mm o SOLE AO ENTS. THE BANKS EASTERN SHIPPING Company, Ltd., (ENGINE WORKS.) Engineers, Shipbuilders, Brass Iron Founders. Engineering Appliances Fittings in Stock. Works, Weld Quay and Stores Offices955 words
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Advertisement24 1909-02-26 1 HE BEST BEER IN THE FAR.EAST. PM J 4 Y 7 3C 5 o (4 > HD V o>/ ■^CroKroTJ^^HANG LEE Co., Sole Agent a.24 words
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172 1909-02-26 2 With a view of reducing the influx of Koreans and Chinese into the Amur territory, it is proposed to impose a residential tax of 10s annually on adults, and ss. on minors between the ages of ten and fifteen. Children under ten will be exempt irom172 words
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Article729 1909-02-26 2 A Tieutsin correspondent of the L. C. Express writes:— It has been quite unnoticed as yet that the Prince Regent has trained himself for a long time in all matters which pertain to political and social reform of the country. His tour to Germany after729 words
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Advertisement88 1909-02-26 2 A Popular Remedy in South Africa. Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy lias been in South Africa for a number of years, and the fact that it still retains its popularity as a cure of coughs, colds and croup is ceitain proof that it gives satisfaction. Morum Bro 9 general merchants at Tarkastad,88 words
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Advertisement1751 1909-02-26 2 For Singapore, Hongkong, Swatow and Amoy. s. s. Hong Bee. Captain J. Horne, JL is expected to arrive here on Thursday, and will leave for the above ports on Saturday, the 27th instant, at 3 p.tn. For freight or passage, apply to KOE GUAN Co.; Agents for WEE BIN of1,751 words
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Shipping.
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Article150 1909-02-26 3 ladramayo, Br. s.s.. 3.370, Thirkell, 25th Feb, New York, Bth Jan., Gen.— B. M. A Co. Carlyle, Br. 8 s., 331, Treweeke, 25th Feb-, Teluk Anson, 24th Feb., Gen.—Kwong On Macedonia, Br. s.s., 5,245, Bennett, 25th Feb., Bombay, 17th Feb., Gen, A. G. A Co. Lai Sang, Br. k150 words
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Article50 1909-02-26 3 26th February. Rotorua, for Port Swettenbam A Singapore. Sexla, for Rangoon. Malaya, for Deli. Calypso, for Deli. Perak, for Port Swettenbam and Singapore. Carlyle, for Teluk Anson. Indramayo, for Singapore. Lai Sang, for Calcutta. Un Peng, for Pulau Langkawi. Perlis and Setul. Fining Fisk, for Port Weld and Taiping.50 words
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Article114 1909-02-26 3 Fo* Rangoon and Calcutta—Per Lindula, to-morrow, 11 am. Colombo A Tuticorin—Per Sanuki Maru, to-morrow, 11 a.m. Langkat—Per Jin Ho, to-morrow, 1 p.m. Asahan Per Mary Austin, to-morrow, 1 p.m. 1 rang—Per Sree Bangka, to-morrow, 1 p.m. Deli and Langsa—Per Be Koch, tomorrow, 2 p HQ| leluk Anson—Per Cornelia,114 words
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Article212 1909-02-26 3 Per P. and O. s.s. Sumatra, due at Pen ang on 3rd Mar. To Penang (from Loudon, Jan. 30) Miss Mitcboil, Mr. D. Matthew, Mr. C. L. Dealty, Mrs. A.O. Barbour and children. Miss K. J. Nicholas, Mr. M. MacKinnon, Mr. J. Mac Leod, Mr. J.212 words
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Article33 1909-02-26 3 r enieln Dm» P. Regent Luitpolu Singapore B.M.ACo. 2nd Mar P. LudMig Colombo B.M.ACo. 4fb T othian Glasgow S B ACo. 6tb Pendorau London S.B.ACo. 7tb Delhi Colombo A.G ACo. Utbj33 words
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Article23 1909-02-26 3 Vessei$ For Aijutth P. Regent Luitpold Colombo B.M.ACo. Mar. P. Ludwig Singapore BMACo. Lothian Singapore S.B.ACo. Bendoran Singapore S.BACo. Delhi Singapore A.G.ACo.23 words
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Advertisement1322 1909-02-26 3 (SHIPPIN O.) P. 0. Steam Navigation Coy. Expected Arrival» and Departures. Mail Bervic«. Outward. Mur. II Delhi connecting with Mongolia 25 Devauha Ho. Marmora Apr. 8 Assay do. India 22 Delta do. Victoria Homeward. THROUGH STEAMER TO LONDON. s.b. Macedonia March 26. FARES BY MAIL STEAMERS. lit Class Sod Clan1,322 words
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Article, Illustration92 1909-02-26 4 Jturtle* •atlaflea everybody end Justice deity (except. Mnndeys.l *T Tl I CRITERION PRESS, Ltd., No. 226—232. Beach Street, Peuang PRICE. DAILY lAH/AL (84 per ennnm OUTBTATIONS Poetese Rxtre. MAIL RIHTION (Port Free) 115 OAKLi AUDRKSS Echo— Penang.’ Telephone No. 343 F.S.—All boslneee commniilcetlon* eboald be eddreeved to92 words
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Article404 1909-02-26 4 The Plymouth prigs of Boston in Cromwell’s time made boast that their II community included uo objectionable women. That was because there were more men than women, and the law of I supply and demand ensured to Woman her rightful status. It is because there are too many404 words
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Article1406 1909-02-26 4 Annual General Meeting. Capt. the Hon. A.R. Adams, Commandant, Penang Volunteers, presided at the annual general meeting which was held yesterday at the Drill Hall. The Hon. the Resident Councillor was present, and the majority of the officers and N. C. O s of the corps and1,406 words
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Article198 1909-02-26 4 Nothing Unreasonable Asked For. We are glad to be able to announce, for the benefited Penang motorists generally, that the fears of our correspondent Sparks” (vide letter in Straits Echo of 23rd inst.) were based upon an error. We suggested in our issue of the 24tb that198 words
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Article70 1909-02-26 4 The following business in tin has been done to-day Penang Penang Tin Exchange, 25 tons at $66. Eastern Smelting Co., 25 66.35 Straits Trading Co., 50 66.35 Singapore Straits Trading Co., 75 66.35 Total 175 tons. Tin is quoted in London to-day at .£l3O cash70 words
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TELEGRAMS.
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Article23 1909-02-26 4 (Echo Special) Two Tigresses Less in Johore. Singapore, 26th February.—The Sultan shot two tigresses at Johore Bahru on Wednesday afternoon.23 words
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Article43 1909-02-26 4 {Echo Special.) Arrives Singapore Slightly Damaged Singapore, 26th February.— The Portuguese cruiser, Vasco da Gama, has been refloated from the reef at Quarantine Island, and is now safe in the harbour here. It is believed that she is only slightly damaged.43 words
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Article63 1909-02-26 4 (Supplied by Reuter.) Twenty-eight Arrests. London, 26th February.—The Suffragettes have made another determined attempt to enter the House of Commons. It was prevented only by resolute police charges, aud wild scenes are reported. One of the2B persons arrested was Lady Constance Lvtton. 1 La.t«b —Lady Constance Lytton63 words
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Article100 1909-02-26 4 (Supplied by Reuter.) Alleged Belligerent Preparations. London. 26th February—The Balkan outlook continues to be gloomy, owing to the uncertainty as to Russia’s behaviour. The Tsar haR called out for six weeks’ training numerous detachments of his best educated Reservists. This is the first time this has been100 words
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Article33 1909-02-26 4 (Supplied by Reuter Troubles Exaggerated. London, 26th Feb.—During a discussion in the House of Commons, Ministers, defending the Irish administration, denied that coercion is necessary and said the troubles were being exaggerated.33 words
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Article347 1909-02-26 4 (Supplied by Reuter.) > Two Amendments Rejected.London, 25th February.—The House of Commons rejected by 336 votes to 218 an amendment to the Address regarding the situation in Ireland. It also rejected by 195 votes to 76 an amendment regretting the coercive measures in India. India Connells Rill. The347 words
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Advertisement853 1909-02-26 4 NOTICE. A Meeting of tlie Board of the Licensing Justices will be held in the Second GOVERNMENT NOTIFICATION. (b) (O Justices will be held in Police Court, on Friday the 26th March, 1909, at 2 p.m-, to consider applications for transfer of public house licences and for new licences for853 words
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Advertisement33 1909-02-26 4 Dr. Friedlaender testifies that Gonosan exerts a favorable influence in removing complications and haemorrhage; also more rapid and satisfactory results are obtained by it than by any other preparation of Sandalwood oil etc,33 words
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Advertisement44 1909-02-26 4 Thoroughly Tested. Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy has been examined by eminent analytical chemists who certified that it contained no narcotics. It is not only a safe and harmless medicine but the best in use for coughs, colds and croup. The George Town Dispensary, Wholesale Agontß.44 words
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Article1291 1909-02-26 5 IN CIVIL APPELLATE JURISDICTION (Before the Chi*/ Juttice and Justice* Hraddell and &ercombe-Smith,) An Appeal CompromiHed. The trustees of Seh Oh Kongsee otherwise called Oh See Aun Teng Tong Tay Koon Kongsee vs. the Executors of Oh Yen Haing deoeased. This appeal, which was posted for hearing before1,291 words
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Article637 1909-02-26 5 Coming: Charity Performance. A representative meeting was held yesterday afternoon at the Chinese Town Hall to elect a Reception Committee for the pur pose of welcoming the Chinese Amateur Dramatic Performance Company who are due to arrive here next week, also to elect office bearers and discuss637 words
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Article853 1909-02-26 5 Ordinary Meeting. An Ordinary Meeting of the Municipal Commission was held at the Municipal Offices yesteidav aftetnoou wheu the following gentlemeD were present: Dr. O. W. Park (Acting Municipal President», Mr. L. D. Clayton and Mr Quah Beng Kee, with Mr. L. M. Bell (Municipal Engineer) and Mr.853 words
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Article887 1909-02-26 5 ORDINARY MEETING. An ordinary meeting of the Peuang Rural Board was held yesterday afternoon, in the Laud Office, when there were present Mr. ACavendish (Piesident), Mr 0 G May, Deputy Colonial Engineer, Dr. W H. Fry, Senior Medical Officer, and Mr. Cheah Cboo Yew. Applications for Permission887 words
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Article734 1909-02-26 5 (From Our Own Correspondent February, 24’h. Gang; Robbery with Murder. A shocking crime is reported from the eleventh mile at Jurong. A Chinese squatter and his wife and children lived in a but in a small clearing surrounded by jungle On Sunday night, the squatter was sleeping under734 words
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Article173 1909-02-26 5 Arrived. Per-8,8. Rotorua. 25th Feb from Singapore Mr. ami Mrs. Yeob Kean and Mr. Yong Beng Lin. Per s.s. De Kork, 25th Feb., from Deli Mrs. Ooi Hean, Messrs. H. S Millingan. Naudiu Teu Cate, Eu Poon Guan and Said Boofai Per s.s. Ki*tna, 26th Feb., from Singapore Mis»173 words
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Article102 1909-02-26 5 To-dat. 7th Dav of 2od Moon. P. C. C. Tennis Tournament. Penang Library Annual Meeting, 4-30 p.m. Town Band, Esplanade, 6 to 7 p.tn. The New Japanese Cinematograph, corner of Campbell Street and Penang Road, 7- p.m. and 9-10 pm. Alcazar Cinematograph. King Street Theatre, 8- p.m. To-morrow. Bth102 words
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Article20 1909-02-26 5 China (P. R Luit/ o\l) 2nd Mar German Print Ludwig) 4th English {Delhi) ...11th China {Macedonia) ...26th Feb.20 words
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Article20 1909-02-26 5 First Quarter Feb. 27th O Full Moou Mar. 7th La st. Quart mi 15th O New Moon 22nd20 words
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Article33 1909-02-26 5 P. O. SAILINGS. Mail Service. Outwards. Homkwards Delhi 11 Mar. I Delta 13 Mar. Devanha 25 Macedonia 26 Extra Service. Outwards Homewards. Sumatra 3 Mar. I Malta 4 Mar. Nubia 16 Nore 1833 words
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Advertisement217 1909-02-26 5 NOTICE IS hereby given that Ooi Pek Cheoug has withdrawn his whole share in the Chop Hun Houg Co." on the 30th d*y of Chinese 12th Moon in the year of Kougsoo 34th year, corresponding to English 21st January, 1909, and that from that date the said Ooi Pek Cheong217 words
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Article448 1909-02-26 6 Adventure in a London Street Leads to Marriage with Unknown Admirer. A charming little romance lies behind the following newspaper announcement: Simpson—Austin.—On the 6th inst., at St. Mark’s Church, Kenuington, Ethel Austin, of 71, Fentimau-road, Ciaphatnroad, to J. Simpson, of South Magnetawan, P. O. Ontario, Canada. Canadian448 words
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Article461 1909-02-26 6 Amusing Embarrassments Attend a Belfast Marriage. Lloyd's News Belfast correspondent furnishes an extraordinary story of a marriage muddle at a well-known missionary church in the north division of the city. The bridegroom was a smart, well set-up young shipyard worker, and the bride a sweet young461 words
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Article236 1909-02-26 6 What is probably the most wonderful exploit jet performed by Houdini, the wellknown Handcuff King,” took place at Belfast recently. Houdini had received a signed challenge from a number of expert joiners engaged at Messrs. Harland and Wolff's shipbuilding yards to escape from a packing case composed236 words
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Article230 1909-02-26 6 Mr. Owen Seaman, editor of Punch, has collected a quantity of his satirical verse in a volume entitled Salvage.” It is very deft workmanship Here is a specimen of the author in his vein of quiet mockery Of all the heroes I have met, Condemned to unfulfilled230 words
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Article372 1909-02-26 6 Messrs J. Russell Grant and Co.’s London Rubber Share Market Report, dated February 4th, contains the following paragraphs The market for Malay Rubber Co. shares has been very active during the week, with advances in prices nearly all along the line. The demand has come from general Investors,372 words
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Article452 1909-02-26 6 Dr. Sven Hedin - By Dr. Sven Hedin. Dr. Sven Hedin, writing in The Times on his recent month in Japan, describes with gratitude and pride the remarkable demonstrations of hospitality of which be was the i object, and exclaims Wonderful country Wide awake, lovable, joyful people! How old, exhausted, and452 words
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Article118 1909-02-26 6 PaMAK*. 26th February (By courtesy of the Charter** Hint.) London Demanu Sh-h* -.2/3£ 4 months’sign* rt- ..2/4^ 3 Credit ..2/4 T 3 3 Documentary ...2/4^ Calcutta, Demand Bank ID 174 j 3 days' s'ght pr- 176 Bombay, Demand bank 174 Mooimein, Demand Bank 173 3 days’ sight Pnvm 176118 words
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Article192 1909-02-26 6 Gold Leaf 164.60 B. Pepper(W.Coast 31b5.5 oz.) no stock White Pepper .$17.75 sellers Trang Pepper 13} sales Cloves 37.50 sales Mace 74. —sellers Mace Pickings 63. —sales Nutmegs 110 s 18- —sales f No 1 6.65 sales Sugar < 2 no stock (.Basket 3.65 sellers Tapioca Flour 1.70 sales192 words
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Article1164 1909-02-26 6 1903 .907 1901 1907 1903 1901* 1907 1901 1899 1906 1907 1905 1906 1904 1906 1907 1907 1904 1907 1905 1905 1892 1905 1907 1907 1906 1907 1907 1906 1902 1905 1904 1905 1903 1904 1905 1906 1905 1906 1906 1906 1906 1906 1907 1908 1905 1906 1903 19061,164 words
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Advertisement49 1909-02-26 6 Keep it Handy. You may not Deed Chamberlain's Cough Remedy now, but at this spisou of the year you are liable to need it witbiu twenty-four hours. It is, without doubt, the best on the market for coughs, colds, croup and whooping cough. The George Town Dispensary, Wholesale Agents.49 words
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Advertisement58 1909-02-26 6 Don’t Take the Risk. When you have a bad cough or cold do not let it drag along until it becomes chronic or develops into an attack of pneumonia, but give it the attention it deserves and get rid of it. Take Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy and you are sure of58 words
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Advertisement36 1909-02-26 6 Gonosan brings about satisfactory results witbout the aid of any local treatment and is the latest and most scientific Remedy and far superior to combinations of plain Sandalwood oil. Copaiba etc. At all chemists and dealers.36 words
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Advertisement234 1909-02-26 6 MACK AY’S LIQUEUR WHISKY. The Whisky of Connoisseurs. Andrew Usher Co.’s SPECIAL RESERVE O.V.G. Whisky. SANDILANDS, BUTTERY Co.. AGENTS FOB PENANQ <* F. M. S. THE CELEBRATED “S. B. Go. GIN IN RED CASES. <frnrfif*nds. Rutterv A WBOUCHT-IRON TUBES AND FITTINGS. L »**ge Stock Always on Hand. ADAMSON, CIL.FILLAN CO.,234 words
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Article263 1909-02-26 7 A correspondent sends the Malay Mail the following amusing letter taken from an Indian local paper The many Baboo clerks employed in Indian commercial offices are notorious for their efforts in the letter line. One Ram Chunder, absent from work, wrote as follows to hie employer —Most263 words
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Article491 1909-02-26 7 Series.of Gilbert ian Episodes in a Suburban Garden. There, was a farcical burglar bunt the other morning in a South London garden, which, though uufortuuately it ended disastrously for two persons, was so full of comic incidents that even those who came out of it491 words
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Advertisement1254 1909-02-26 7 INSURANCES. SALE, Guardian Assurance Company, Limited. Established 1821. Subscribed Capital £2.000,000 Total Invested Funds up“wards of 4,500,000 Total Annual Income £759,000 IHE undersigned hare been appointed Agents of the above Company at Penang, and are prepared to issue policies of Insurance against loss by firs at the lowest tariff iates.1,254 words
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Advertisement151 1909-02-26 7 Chamberlain's Colic, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. This Remedy always wins the good opinion, if not the praise, of those who use it. The quick cures, which it effects, even in the most severe cases, makes it a favourite everywhere. It, is equally valuable for children and when reduced with sweetened151 words
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Advertisement1069 1909-02-26 8 W. MANSON, American Dentist, Late of Dr, Allen Cv., Pha. U.S.A. Charges Moderate, Consultation Free. stJIIHKW AT A 'v. 2!a, y enan'- Komi. A few doors from the Eastern and Orieota Hotel. fi Tilth» FOR SALE. USEFUL TO PLANTERS, ESTATES, ETC. Large Check Roll Books of 200 leaves. Price, $81,069 words
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