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Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11
A PASSING THOUGHT.

Rothschld is forced to content himself with
the same sky as the poor newspaper writer,
and the great banker cannot order private
sunset, or add one ray to the manifcencc Of
night The same air swels all lungs Each
one possesses, really, only his own thoughts
and his own senses, soul and body--thcse are
the property which man owns. All that is
valuable is to be had for nothing in this world
Genius, beauty, and love are not bought and
sold, You may buy rich bracelet but not
well turned arm to wear ia pearl neck
lace. but not pretty throat with which it
shall vie. The richest banker on earth would
vainly offer fortune to be able to write q
verse like Byron One comes into the world
naked and goes out naked the difference 10
in the fneness of bit of linen for shroud
is not much. Man is handful Of clay
which turns quickly buck agrin into dust.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11
IRISH WIT.

A couple Of i.ishmen who had not been
long in this country. met in an inn and called
for dinner. AS it so happened there was q
dish of horse.adish grated for dinner. Pat
thinking it was something to be eaten with a
spoon, put large spoonful into bis mouth
The tears Immediately filed bis eyes. and
relied down bis cheeks. His companion saw
it. and said:
Pat, what is the matter
i was thinking Of my poor father that was
hanged in swatc Ireland SAID Pat.
But Jenny soon filed his mouth with the
same, and the tears gushed from lis eyes also,
when Pat saiG:
What's the matter what has happened
to YET
'Ahr said Jenny, 4 was just thinking
what pity it was that you were not hanged
when you father was
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11
EXCHANGE BANK
sELDEY, WRITER'S & CO.,
WASHINGTON, D.


IIsHE undersigned respectfully announce that
il they have formed aco-partnershipt to transact
general Banking and Exchange business in this
City, under the firm 81 SELDEN, WITHERS & CO..
and are prepared to deal in
foreiga md Domestic Eschanges, Time Bile, Pro-
misory Votes, Certificates III Opposite Letters 81
Credit, Bonh Notes md Com
We undertake to make collections and promptly
to remit the any designated point with
in or without the Union.
Mr., Vim, Selden, member ofthe firm, and for
many years past the Treasurer eftks United States,
win give his careful personal attention 10 all nan
cial business which we may be employed TO trans
act with any ofthe Departments ofthe Government.
The business which our employers may require
us to transact, will be conducted with fidelity and
and upon the most reasonable terms
WILLIAM SELDEN
Late Treasurer of tie US.
JOHN WITHRES,
or Atexdndria, Va.
r. W LATHAM,
Of Washington, ID. C..
LIP BAYNE
Of Baltimore, Nd.
Washington Dec 30 1851
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11
VOL. 5s.-N0. "a.


Talk Of people being resigned, viii you?
Just let us tell you Of old Deacon PonAp, of
our ilk The Deacon was dreadful pious
man, and hated the devil and Ill his works,
as he hated cucumbers.
Well the Deacon was, one morning Pc
rum6ulating the outskirts Of his premises.
when his eye fell upon small piece Of paper.
lying upon the ground, which had the appear
ance OF u billettdonx, or something OF that
sort. so be stopped down to pick it'np and
taught lottery ticket. Up jumped tho
terrified Deacon, but the wicked paper icouid
stick to his moist thumb. 1t was rather
queer circumstance, SO The Deacon opened it.,
aud read:
Capital prixe.--lbs. 10. 900 Drawing to
take place 18th inst
The next day happened to be the 18th
inst, aud. by some unaccountable manocuvre
the ticket found itsclf comfortably esoooscd
in his capacious pocket.
The Deacon had urgent business in the
next town on the following morning, 30 be
saddled bis mare, and after again examining
the ticket, he started of, and in short time,
reached the place Of his destination.
He stopped at a hotel, put UP his mare,
and shot off in Decline for the lottery Of
fee. He quickly reached il, but hesitstcd
before ascending the steps. Suppose bis
minister should see him--dreadful! He pull
led his beaver down over his eyes. and, n1us<
toring: Protect me, @ Lord r. in he went.
The Deacon's had sought his pocket, and
as soon as the tickle. was secured, il sought
its way out again.
"No. Az" said the Deacon, handing the
ticket to the attendant.
ALLOW me TO congratulate you sff,' re-
piled the obscqnious lottery vendcr. mo.
Az has drawn the capital prize r
| We will omit that happened, till the Dea-
con reached the street again, the fortunate
possessor Of the coveted prize.
He started for his botel, and as he was sad
died his nag for bis home journey, some un-
godly villain took it into bis head to sound
his pocket, and removed all troublesome Oh
structions from it.
/ The rascal Chased bank notes under the
category. and they were soon transferred
from the Deacon's possession into lis own
In two hours the Deacon was at home
The good tidings were quickly impaired to
his wife now, and now for the money. First
this pocket, now she other pocket, and then
dire goes the Deacons digits into bis trou-
ser's pockets. No bank notes =.
He grew as white as shirt. and. falling
with heavy squelch into his arm chair, b.
gasped:
"Gonc to grass. 81
"Sh-o-o-o! Deacon dot't swear"
/ Don't swear Y yelled the Deacon, by
thun =" just then bis eye fell upon a cat.
ecl,ism lying on the table, and rousing iim-
self with herculeah effort, he composedly
said: Serves me right; deserve il for tet-
chin the carnal thing. Tie Lord hath gip-
en- and he hath taken array"
The story leaked out, seme how, but. new
srtbeless, it is bruitcd abroad that Il sever
would have Gene to ears. ii tbs good old
Deeeon had not forgotten the commandment,
which says: Trust not women"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11

Bl-'Motber wants to know IL you won't
please to lend her your preserving kettle.
cause as how shewants to preserve 7
we would with pleasure but the truth
is, the last time we loaned it to your mother.
she preserved it so efccsually shat We have
never seen it since
We'll. you need Mt be so ssrcy about your
old kettle. Guess it was full Of holes when
we borrowed 1t. And mother wouldn't
troubled you again. only We seed you bring
ing home new one.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11
DOMESTIC LEE.

Pleasure is to woman what the sun is to
the flower; moderately enjoyed. il beauti-
6es, il rofresbes, and it improves If immod.
erately, : withers, it deteriorates and de-
stroys. But the duties Of domestic life, ex-
ercised as they must be in retirement. and
calling forth all the sensibilities of the female.
are perhaps as necessary to the full develop
ment of her charms, as tho shade and the
shadow are to the rose, confirming it's beauty
and increasing its fragrance
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11
UNITED STATES HOTEL.
Corner Of King street and the Public Square,
MARTINSBURG. VA.

F0rmer OF king Stffet Mbhu the PUBLIC STuMrt,
MARTINSBURG, VA.
HyHE undersigned tenders her cordial thanks
j 10 her friends and the public, for their
past liberal encouragement, and respectfully
solicits continuance OF the same. Her house
is about to undergo thorough repair, and she
pledges herself tina, nothing shall be wanting
to make the United States Hotel a pleasant
and agreeable home 10 the traveller and guest
The House will always be provided with at
,entive Servants and faithful Ostlers. The
Bar and the Table supplied with the best The
market will afford. Passengers from the Rail
Road will always find Porter at the Cars to
convey them aud Their baggage 10 the House
free OF charge.
April 9, 1921. MARY ODEN.
P. S.-Horses and Buggies to be had at the
shortest notice.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11
cosUsDRus.s.

When was England 10 BE bought cheap
est? >Ans.-When King Richard offered
his kingdom for horse.
Why are persons blind unfit to be carpen-
tiers ? Because they never saw.
If fat hog comes to FIVE dollars, what
will poor one come to? Ans.--A pail Of
swill.
When does a man sneclc three times ?
Ans-When he cannot help it.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11

BSy-A Datchman who had brother hung
in this country, wrote to his relative, inform
ing them that his brother had been placed in
public situation by this government. and At
the time Of bis death had several thousands
people including the sheriff and grand jury.
under him.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11
I)oetifal.


pr.. '. nrsrrsoros.
Q land Of glory
O far-extending land
Which the Almighty Hand,
That built the mountains hoary
Hath hidden to expand
Beyond all empires mentioned yet in story
What honors dost thou pay thy great and just ;
Honors divine, or near itwhen they're dust
When was the voice,
With charmed cadence sweet,
In legislative seat,
Thy discord sooihed7 Rejoice
TIE offer him a meet
And bright reward in thy concordant choice,
Let him thy civic crown triumphant wear,
And swift ascend thy lictor-guarded chair.
Whose piercing thought,
And soul of patriot love,
All selfish ends above,
The plan sagacious wrought
Thy national arts to shove
Beyond all rivals Who true wisdom taughtl
Let those who orn it in the trial day,
With faithful votes exalt the name of CLAY
! hear sigh
Through AsHLANps groves soft breathing
OF sighted genius sheathing
His sense finjury,
The garland from him wreathing,
Upon another's brow confronts his eye;
And his great heart perceives with suffering rude
A timid party's mean ingratitude.
Enough-no more!
Around his dying bed,
Over his SINKING head,
A nation wept full sore.
0 honorer of the dead
Wherefore in tears thy tardy sorrow pour
Still shall thy glorious one their hour await,
OF recompense awardcd-all too late.
Yet bear him home!
Through all our cities fair.
His honored relics bear,
Where he more shall roam,
Nor drink his native air.
The waves that fret our coast with ccaseess foanl
Shall roll his dirge; the winds that shake our
woods,
Their wailing join with our bookkeeping floods
VII.
But do not try.
o men! to reach his ear
With praise, nor hide his bier
With roses passing by
lie was defrauded here
OF due reward for service pure and high;
Then follow silently his funeral state
And ponder e'er the chance Of mortal fate
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11
"COME DRINK AND BE MERRY! I"

HAvING made arrangements with the proprie-
Il tor of the BEDFORD SPRINGS by which will
be in constant receipt of that highly medicinal
water, am now prepared to furnish the public in
any manner they may prefer it, by the BARREL half
barrel, gallon glass, at such prices as that all
may be able to avail themselves Of its beneficial
use Season tickets to be had at tina counter at
SO. would merely say in recommending the use
of this water to the public, having been myself for
several years victim to that nveterate of all dis
eases, the Dyspepsia, and my general health COM
pletely destroyed, after the use of every remedy
prescribed by our ablest physicians, at time
when even hope of cure became doubtful, wan
dered forth in search of mountain air and change
of scenery to arouse sinking mind and body, aud
fell upon this, which proved to me spring Of life
in every deed returned in few weeks entirely
relieved, and since that time have kept up its use
much to the improvement of my general health
and actuated by this, now feel II pleasure to
dispense to you so rich blessing.
June 16, 80. JOHN f. HARRISON.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11
HOWARD HOUSE

LATE wIiEATFIELD HoTEL,1
Corner OF Howard and baltimore strrets.
TNillS hotel has lately been enlarged and impro
we'd in every department, rendering it decided
ly one Of the most comfortable hotels in the city ;
and the proprietor ever ready to accommodate,
pledges himselfto spare no pains to render every
one comfortable that may favor him with call
To the patrons of the old house he returns his sim
cere Acknowledgements for their very liberal pat-
ronage-s soliciting continuance of their favors,
and ofthe travelling public generally, 80
JOHN MCINTOSH,
Baltimore July 81, is52--ly. Proprietor.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11
TO COUNTRY MERCHANTS.

Every store should be supplied with this valu-
able Liniment, as it pays good profit, and sells
Prices of the Liniment.
1t Is put up in bottles Of three Sizes and retals
at 20 cents, SO cents, and 81 per bottle. The so
cent and 81 bottles contain so and 100 per cent
more Eminent, in proportion to their cost, SO
that money is saved by buying the large sizes.
For sale by Druggists generally ; and by PuR-
CELL LADD, Il Co, wholesale and retail Druggists,
Richmond Va. CANDY 4 HATCH, Agents, Bati-
more Nd. WM. H. HEsLETINE, Agent, Martinsbnrg,
Virginia IJune, 10, ls52.--6m
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11

ReJ~At tea table on Sunday evening,
the debris Of pot Of Beans appeared among
the edibles. When che hostess inquired Of
W.. win you have some beans r the
hardened replied--'Nota Bene r.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11

My dear Polly,l am surprized at your taste
in wearing another wonan's hair on your head
said Mr.. Smith to bis wife
My dear Bill, am equally astonished
that you persist in wearing another sleeps
wool on your back.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11

Fred. what was you running on when you
injured your limbs p Il was running en-
rager.' You don't understa nd mc--what
did you run against r 0. exactly ran
against time.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11
RAMLINs' HOTEL.
hEl
Corner OF Queen and Burke Streets,
XIAlRI1IN sl3IWla0, VA

~
rTNHE undersigned begs leave respectfully toin-
form the community and travelling public
that he has taken the Hotel formerly known as
the aBerkeley House, The House has recently
undergone thorough reno walton; it is now be-
lieved to be in every respect adapted tothe warts
Of the traveller aud sojourner.
A large and commo1ious Stable is attached to
the premises. The Injuries of the Table will be
surpassed by none, and the Bar is at all times
supplied with choice selection of superior wines
and liquors.
165sBaggage taken to and from the depot free
Of charge, and in bad weather q carriage viii be
run to the depot for the accommodation of travel
lers without any additional expense
JOS. G. RAWLINS,
march 2, 1S52-ty proprietor
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11
ne.r.aOb motber mother :

nEy-"0h, mother, mother. come quick -
Angelina Arabella has General Pierced r.
"Whatl my child" eh
Angelina Arabella has seen toad, and
she's General Pierced p
"What does the child mean? Tell me this
minute what dreadful thing my pet darling
has done"
"Why. she's Gen Pierced shc' s fdintedr'
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11

B%Wife,' said a tyrannieal husband one
morning to his abused consort. Il wish you
would make me pair of false bosonns' !,
should think, replied she, that one bosom as
false as yours is, would be sufficient
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11

nTy-We have seen toast like this -
"Woman--She needs no eulogy. she speaks
for herself" And sometime for Z whole
neighborhood, says an old bachelor Of our ac-
quaintance.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11

a3-Hon. John j. Crittensfeu is named
as the probable successor of Judge McKin-
Fey on the bench of the u. S. Supreme Court.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11
HORSES AND OTHER ANIMALS

There is nothing that can be compared to the
Mustang Lniment in its speedy and permanent
Of strains bruises cuts, galds chaies scratch
es, sweeny poll evil fstula, big head, SPAWN ring
bone, wind gall, cracked heels, or any otherwound,
Stiffness or unnatural enlargement of bone or
msscle. A livery stable keeper of this city had
match horse that he priced very highly, that had
a large ring bone on both legs The horse was
completely cured, and his limbs left perfectly
suaofh Inv ba ,,ea affh;o I ,i,oayt
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11

EGs-''I loved my wife," said Mr. Caudle.
and for the first two months felt as if
could have eaten her up Ever since I've
been sorry that didn't"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11

rsy-A lazy fellow. lying down on the grass
said. "0h! how do wish that this was cal
led work, and well paid"
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11
GEO II KEYsER. MD.
HIS WOUNDS ARE HrALrz.

John Shirley, Poseyyille, Indiana, Dec. 80, 1851,
says: "The Mustang Liniment has performed a
great cure for me. On last Saturday week, |, by
accident, ran red hot rod of iron though my
hand, and coming out on my wrist, between the
two large leaders. Immediately applied the Mus
tang Liniment, and continued its use. On Satur-
day next after that it was well and wen: to my
work as usual1
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11
SETTLES, ETC.

GRASS and Grass scythes of the most appro-
VI we'd manufactures, Scythe Snaths Rifles,
scythe Stones, Hay and Grain Forks, &c, &c for
sale cheap by CSC. w. DOLL.
June Q, 1852
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11

from the Boston. Philadelphia. and Baltimore.
He thinks he can assure his friends that no
better assortment can be offered TO them for
their selection in this market--certainly none
on more reasonable terms. April 20.
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11

h1~An lristman called ON lady and gen.
tleman, in whose employ he was, for the pur-
pose Of getting some tea and tobacco.
a had drame last night, yer honor. y said
he to the gentleman.
what was it, PATTI"
"Why. | drained that yer honor made me
present Of plug Of tobaccy, and her lady
ship there--heaven bless her - gave me some
tay for the good wife"
"Ah, Pat. dreams go by contraries, you
know"
Faith, and they may be that" said Pat
without the least hesitation $50 her ladyship
is to give me the tobaccy, and yer honor the
tay ~ M
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11
FRESH FRUITS sc

TUsT reccived-Prunes in jars, Figs, Raisins,
81 Dried carrants, Almonds, Candy, Oranges, Lem
ons, Dried Citron, SC For sale by
June o 1852. W. DUhSEf'
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11
THE PHILOSOPHER AsD FERRYMAN.

A philosopher stepped on board ferry
boat to cross a stream. On the passage he
inquired of the ferryman if be understood
arithmetic.
Arithmetic No, SIR
4 am very sorry, for one quarter Of your
life is gone. DO you understand algebra!'
NO
Then another quarter of your life is gone.
just then the boat ran on a snag and was
sinking, when the fcrryman jumped up pull.
ed off his coat and asked the Philosopher
Gan you swim? 2 ~
No, sir
Then your whole life is gone, for the boat
is sinking
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11
Philip Dincmderfer,

HOUSE CARPENTER AND JOINER.
L will give prompt attention TO all orders in
his line Of business. Shop on West King
Street. .Marirsburg, nearly opposite the resi-.
dence Of Mr.. Conrad Rousch.
Anril g. 1852
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11
rusrrmoNx OF A PHYSICIAN.

Extract Of letter dated Pittsburg, Jan. 10th
1852 ~ will say, that your Mustang Linment is
about the best ever used. have used it in my
case, along the lower part fthe spine, for spi
nal irritation, with complete relief. used it a
few nights ago. when was perfectly crooked, and
my back in complete torture from what the books
would call 0psthotonic condition Of the muscles,
which you know, is about as bad as s'lock jaw
1t gave immediate relief, and, in the morning,
could bend ike g,ata pc. cha man. and with lit
tie pain. The medical profession, you know, have
a great aversion to these kinds of remedies; but
from knowledge ofthe ingredients ofthe Mustang
Linimcnt, would have no hesitation in recon-
mending it wherever remedy to relieve pain lis
desired. have recommended it in number Of
cases in my own practice, and as far as lean learn
ithas acted with equal celebrity and certainty, as
in my own case. Hoping that it may be used for,
and drive away pain, wherever it exists, and that
it may remunerate you well for your exertions for
bringing so valuable a medicine before the public
Isubscribe myself truly yours
Martinsburg gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1833-1855, 1852-08-11
DIGNITY OF VOCATION.

Noimpression prevailing in society, is more
false or fatal to the manhood OF people, than
that which guages mans worth Of respec I
liability by the field OF labor or profession he
occupies, SO long as that labor or profession
is useful or honest. And we find every use
full vocation to be honest, denying most en-
phatcally. that dishonesty is ever useful
ihe nobility OF man, in this country not de-
pending, thank God. upon hereditory honor,
title or wealth. should flow nOt from the ma
ture Of his honest toll but from the spirit he
carries to that toll; the spirit by which, with
or against the smiles Of temporal fortune, he
shapes bis career among and his intercourse
with his fellow men. II has ever been our
conviction that he is more of the true man.
who tulns chimney sweeping to an honest,
independent account, than he. who scorning
the rough tolls OF the humble and needy lis
willing, to live an 'idler--however proudly
caparisoned, upon the industry. sweat and
blood Of his fellow men.
Henry Clay--republican in all his instincts
paid the workingman just and noble
compliment, when ho said to mechanic as
he shook his hard hand, and pointed to the
city palaces and spires, "hehold on every side
the monuments to your glory What mat
ters whether one carries the bod OF plumb
line; whether one mixes the morter or ban
dies the trowel, so long as each is essential
to the progressing triumphs of human attain
ment in all outward respects We would not
have men descend to inferior condition Of
toll voluntarily, if be has the chance and ca
pacity for the superior, but we would have
every man feel that, when necessity com
mands there was no useful labor dishonorable
The Lord Chancellor on his wool sack does
not more conserve, according to his a1van.a
ges, the welfare of mankind, than the mason
who hews stone in the quarry or the shepheid
who tends his focks on the bill side.
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n9-Some people are at loss what they
shall DO with themselves to the best aivan-
tage; they will take nap. Nothing to do !?
Poor lazy fellow Wonld that time were for
sale, surely would buy yours, for then we
should both gain. Nothing to do? What
are you here for? What do you live for p
Up, lazy bones, and to work The world is
alive-men are upon the run things move
by railway speed We want you. There's
wheel to make-here pile Of wood to chop
there field to plow-- here some clothes to
wear-barrcls, goad sticks, pop guns hats,
boots, fiddle sticks horse shoes. lightning
rods, telcgraphs, railways, all the machinery
of domestic and literary life must be made
and repaired, to keep the world in motion
Up, or you viii be run over Up. be some
thing, dig out your eyes move your pegs,
20 to work. Twill sharpen your ideas
you'll begin to lye--the blood viii begin to
circulate-cash win come in. Don't sit there
DOING cuzng life away in kind of half
dream. You'll wake aud find yourself dead
one of these days, unless you stir out. Rouse
up--strike high--shoot deep.
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