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LAM SALES POSTPONED.

Mossrs. Morrow, Branscomb and Winchell
Commissioners to procure a loan fund for tho
Squatters company had in with Parrot, dele
ate for Kansas, an interview with the Prcsi-
dent. who intimated his willingness to post
pone the sales till October, if thought best,
but desired them to call on tho Secretary of
tho Interior. The latterstated that the policy of
the Government would he to sell all the pub
lie lands possible during the present year for
the purpose ofrevenue. hrt consented to defer
tho sales in Kansas until November LIST, amp
18th. when they will take place. The COM
missioners started for New York on Friday
for the purpose of securing the loans needed.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28
rUE LAST KANSAS ELECTION.

ST. LOUIS, May Il.
a despatch datod Ioa'enworth z3d, says
that Donophan County givesabout $50 major
itv for the Leavenworth Constitution.
In several precincts the polls were not
opened, ana not half of the votes of the coun-
ty were polled. The Democrat of this city
publishes letter from Mr.. Walden OF the
Qundaro Chindowan, in which the vote of
Territory is estimated at COCO for and 500
against the constitution.
The vote on both State officers and consti-
tuition is quite small.
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\r,y YoRK. Nav

NEW lUKk, My IT
Barque John Howe, reported that the
Clarendon Capt. Bartlett with sugar,
was boarded in the harbor of Sagua La
Grande, by boats from the British steamer
Buzzard.
Capt Bartlett refused to hoist his ensign
at the command of the British officers, deem
ing the whole proceeding an insult. Where
upon blank shots were fred at the Clarendon.
She was boarded, by the commander of the
Buzzard, her Captain threatened with
pistol, &c.
The British officer finally left without ac-
complishing his purpose.
New ORLEANS, May "a.
The ship John and Albert which arrived
here on Sunday from Genoa, reports having
been fred into FIVE times by an English man
of war.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28

SENTENCED TO DEATu. Ira Stout. who
with his sister, Mrs. Titles, was indicted for,
the murder of the husband of the latter,
at Rochester n. Y. has been tried. convicted.
and sentenced to be hung on the 18th of
June next.
Our readers will remember the case as
being remarkable one, in which tho body
had been rolled off a bank some thirty feet
The prisoner and Mrs. Titles came home
together on the night of the murder, each
having severe injuries which they representa-
as having met with by falling off plank
walk in one Of the streets. 1t was supposed
that they both went off the bank with the
murdered man.
Mrs. Titles has vet to be tried
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28
TROUBLE WITH MEXICANS.

ST. LOUIS, May 25.
Santa Fe papers Of May LIST, are received.
On the 18th Of April, a party of Mexicans
from the Mesilla Valley. attacked the Camp
of the Apache Indians, near Fort Thorne,
butchering Unfortunately, men, women,
and children, Lieut.. Howard, of Fort Thorne,
subsequently captured the Mexicans and held
them prisoners at the Fort.
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FROM EUROPE.

HALIFAX, May 10.
The Royal Nail Snip, Niagara, from Lv.
crpool, Sth May, arrived at this port at II
A. NJ, to-day.
INDIA.-Full details of the scenes following
the fall Of Lucknow are published. The son
of one Of the Begums and or ladies of the
Zenana We're killed by discharge ofmusketry
when the doors were burst open, before the
soldiers saw that there were women. Plumber
and destruction of property seem to have
been immense. The troops had been exposed
to great labor before the City Strong meas
ures had to be taken at last to preserve order
in the City and prevent plumber.
1t was expected that 5000 men would
have to DO left to garrison Lucknow,
FRANCE.
The Commissioners to consider the claim of
Professor Morse recommend that Government
would give him 100, 600 francs indemnity
for the use of his System in France.
The trade of France continues to show
symptoms of improvement, and increased
orders from the United States had reached
Lyons
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28

PUBLIC DOCUMENTS & SPEECHES. We take
pleasure in acknowledging tho receipt OF
valuable public documents from Hon. Solomon
Foot of the Senate and Hon. Homer f. Royce
of the House of Representatives also copies
of important and interesting speeches from
Hons. Solomon Foot, Jacob Colamer, Justin
and nthnrs
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CYRUS TRACY,s ESTATE.

WYE TIE SUBSCRIBERS having been ap-
w pointed by the Honorable the Probate
Court for the District Of Chittenden, Commission
ers to receive, examine and adjust the claims and
demands of all persons against the estate of Cyrus
Tracy lato Of Shelburn, in said District de-
ceased, represented insolvent and also all claims
and demands exhibited in offset thereto and Elk
months from the day Of the date hereof, being al.
lowed bysaidCourt for that purpose wo do therefore
hereby give notice. that VIC will attend 10 the busi-
nessof our appointment, at tho dwelling ofCvru
Tracy in Shelburn, in said District, on tie third
Saturdays of Juno and November next, at
10 o'cloch, A. NJ, on each Of said days.
Dated this 25th day Of Nav A. D. 1858
RrFrs BoGERT, lcommi..ioro,.,
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singular AFFAIR. Tho Lockport Courier
says a young lad, of that village, one day
week before last, got into difficulty with n
herbov, And was threatened with arrest,
whichso frightened him that he ran himself to
death. 1t is said that he ran from Lockport
to Johnson's Creek, thirteen miles, without
stopping that he there slept in barn and
caught cold. The noxt day he ran to Roch-
ester, where he was taken sick, and died in
short time
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SPECIAL NOTICES.
DEyINE,s COMPOUND PITCH 10

tFtI y rs ~ W VI y ~ LIZ
L y f s Warranted to cure Coughs, Colds
Whooping -cough Bronchitis, Group Asthma and
CONSUMPTION
~ Sold by Druggists and Merchants generally
throughout the country, also by the Manufactur-
ers, No. 4, Wilson Lane, Boston, Mas. w37ms
4 BOOK FOR THE MILLION. Jus
Published by FEDERHEN + co, Booksellers and
stationer. No. n Court street Boston, Brief
Ireaties of 4 ras,s. IN Diseases Of the Sexual
System Of both sexes their symptoms and treat
ment-pTaparcd by physician II the Boston Eclec
tic Hospital This work also contains searching
exposure of tbs deception aud imrostuFe prlcticed
y advertising qa-els, with some of their name
and locations. sold b. periodical dealers generally
sent by mail, on the re's,rt O.: three postage
stamp Address Hov lsig. 3 p-' ~ P,.t-ohice
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Died.

In this village, on the oath inst, Mr. Mary II.
Chttenden, widow Of the late Mr.. Albert Chittcn.
den, aged 40 years.
May 18TH of Consumption VIM. A. sherman Of
Charlotte, aged 20 years.
In Hinesburgh, April 9TH. Miss Helen /. Pierce
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SWINE,

In awarding premiums on Swine, regard is to
be had, not merely to the sze and present condi
ton, but to that excellence of breed FORM struct-
uro and proportion, which will afford the greatest
profit with the smallest expense.
Commutee.--Ransom Jones, Richmond John
Work, Huntington; Philo d, Percival Shelburnc,
Harmon Tracy, Essex; Lewis Mott, South Hero.
Bears $500 800
Breeding Sows 800 200
Litters of Pigs not less than ! under
months old 800 200
Best Fat Hog 800 200
Best Pig under year old 200 90
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RARrY. THE IIoRsp TAMER's SECRET Dr.
vrIGED.-1t is rumored that Mr.. Rarey, the
American horse tanner, uses file of Con-
grcssional speeches to suhduo the refractory
animals put under his charge. After read
ing about a quarter of an hour, the quadru-
ped gives in, promises an entire amendment
of morals and manners if he will only stop.
= Boston Courier.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28

VERMONT MILITARY. The Woodstock
Standard speaks in high terms of the parade
of the Light Infantry at that place recently
On tho 18th splendid national 1lg and
standard represented to the Ransom Guards
of St Adams, by Hon. John Smith The
ceremony was worry interesting, and attracted
a large assembly. The Messenger speaks Of
the appearance Of the company as very i'm
posing.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28
ANNIVERSARY MEETINGS.

bUSTUN, N'IN -fTTT'
The anniversary meetings commenced last
evening with the meeting of the Boston Tract
Society. This afternoon and evening quite
a number of interesting and important
meetings are to be held. the weather is de-
cidedly unfavorablc.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28

ADDITIONAL RULES AND REGULATIONS.
Tickets for all Animals and articles intended for
exhibition or competition, must be obtained at the
Secretarys Office before entering the Fair tirOund
and must be attached to the animal article, by
the
Each animal article must possess superior
excellence to entitle it to any Premium.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28

FROM WA UINGTON.
~

w ASHiNGlON, May Il.
The balance in the treasury amounts to
very near 81 100000.
Boston Journal Correspond, nc:.
Mr. Burlingame has ready to report from
the Committee Of Foreign Relations, rosolu
ton unanimously adopted requesting the
President to inquire into tho seizure OF the
barque Adriatic, and to bring the same to
the notice Of the French government in order
to obtain redress for the wrongs sustained and
to prevent similar wrongs in future.
WASHINGTON, May 81.
Tho committee on Commerce have made
report in favor Of removing the Railroad
Bridge at Rock Island as an obstruction of
the navigation on the Mississippi
Boston Journal Correspondence,
WAsntNGToN. May %.
The Joint Naval Committee will report on
Monday II bill for raisin5 the pay of al
grades Of officers in the navy TWEEN j dolluln a
month, and giving two extra rations to OIL
GERS in command.
New York, May %.
The uarald's Washington correspondent
says the Secretary of the Navy has issued
orders to commander Ilurtstain to proceed to
New Yori; Immediately and assume command
of the Steamer Arctic. Also to take com
mand of the Water Witch, to put them out
without delay, and proceed to the Gulf in
| pursuit OF the British Steamer Styx. Other
vessels are to follow rs rapidly as they c0uld
be got ready for service.
The Senate Committee are instructed to
report repeal of the Navigation laws.
WAsnINGToN, May "a.
Mr.. Douglas introduced the following i'm
portant bill having reference equally to Brit
| ish and Mexican aggressions
| Bill 10 restrain and redresS GrierdnccS upon
The FHag and CHi>ens Of the United States
BE it enacted etc, That in case of
| fragrant violations of the Law of Nations,
by outrages upon the flag, sail or citi-
zens of the United States, or upon their
| property, under circumstances requiring
prompt redress-and when, in the opinion
Of the President, delay will be incompatible
with the honor and dignity OF the Republic.
| the President is hereby authorized to employ
such force as he may d en- necessary to pre-
vent the preparation of such outrages, and
to obtain just redress and satisfaction for the
same when perpetrated, and it shall be his
duty to lay the fact of each case, with his
reasons for his action in the premises, before
Congress, at the earliest practicable moment
| for such further action thereon as Congress
may direct.
WASHINGTON May 25.
| Mr.. Grow, of Penn, asked, but did not OBJ
tain, cons mt to offer a resolution, that when
Congress adjourns on the 9TH of June, it b
till the 4th of November
Business relating to the District of Column
bia was then considered.
WASHINGTON, May 25.
The Committee on Foreign affairs will re-
port in favor of giving the President full
power to redress outrages on American COM
nerce. The Committee have rejected Mr..
Slidell's proposition to abrogate that clause
of the Ashburton Treaty which requires the
United States to maintain a Naval force on
the coast OF Africa. Messrs. Mason, Slidellt
and Polk voting Yea, and Messrs. Foot, Crit
enden, Douglas and Seward, Nay,
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28
EXCITEMENT ON THE FRONTIER.


Great excitement is said to exist in the
Mesilla Valley, because party Of Volunteers
who pursued hand Of marauding Indians
and killed several of them in sight Of Fort
Thorne, had been captured hy Lieut.. Wood, /
and imrrisoned Lieut.. Wood refused to
obey IIabeas Corpus for their release.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28
AGRICULTURAL DEPARTMENT.

AT klCU LII RIAL DEPARIMENI L.
All Stock and Articles competing for Premiums
must be the products of the County, excepting as
specified in the List of Premiums
All entries must be made with the Secretary a.
early on the first day, excepting Entries
n the class of speed) which may be made up to / /
o'clock Of the second day.
Foreign Stock and articles in the Agricultural
Department will, if deemed meritorious by the
Secretary, be admitted, for exhibition merely, free.
RUSSELL 5 TAFT, Secretary.
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SEVERE TEST OF PoLTICAL VIRTUE. 4
Chicago paper says that the old man who
sold popcorn in the hall of the Chicago post
office, having CHANGED to express himself in
opposition to Mr.. Buchanan s Lecom ptonism,
has been expelled from the hall by the post
master. None-but genuine Buchanan Le-
compton Democrats must sell popcorn in
any of the post Offices Of the country. This
will severely test the political virtue of pop
corn men Of in United States.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28
TIE TRACT SOCIETY.

INV ] URN NIHy n
The opposition members of the American
Tract Society held a meeting at the Church
of the Puritlns last night Dr. Cheever pre-
sided and speeches were made by Drs, Tying,
Thompson, and Clark of Brooklyn, and John
Jay. The speakers minated their intention
to remain in the society, and to labor within
its ranks for the accomplishment of their
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28
HORTICULTURAL DEPARTMENT,
INCLUDING NEGETA BLES.

Each article must oc labeled with its name, and
the and residence OF its owner
Each article must possess superior excellence
aud must be grown or prepared by the competitor
Inc horticultural Exhibition will be open for
ompetition for the regular Premiums to all the
inhabitants Of the Valley Of Lake Champlain.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28

Do YOU want to know if foreigner can
pronounce English? Give him the following
three lines to read. and hear what he makes
of them
" Though the tough cough and hiccough
plough me through, 0 'cr life's darks Tough my
my way still pursue.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28
SEARCH OF AMERICAN v ESSELs.
ACTION OF GOVERNMENT.

NEW YORK, MAY IT.
The Trihune's Washington correspondent
saws Lord Nanier positively declines having
had anv knowledge whatever of the recent
proceedings in the Gulf until thev appeared
in print. He Immediately communicated
with the Admiral Of the squadron, i1closing
the statements made. with an emphatic in
junction against their repetition. He believed
that the Home Ministry were equally igno-
rant. and hence his conviction is decided,
that these acts will he promptly disowned,
and the fullest rcparatIon made.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28

THH Ninth VICTIM of the n Y. Central
Railroad disaster at Sanquoit creek, died at
Whitcshoro on Sunday morning. His name
was G. c. Knowles, and he was from San
boruton n. II.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28
BATTLE IN MEXICO,

NEW YORK, May 70.
In the battle before Tampico, Gen. Meta
took so prisoners and killed $50 of the
enemy.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28
A CONVICTED FORGER.

" UKCLSIEK, My @J'
The jury in the case of Henry d. S tone,
who was arrested in Springfield somo time
since, for forgery, this morning brough In a
verdict Of Not Guilty. He is still held on II
civil process for debts amounting to 81 1000,
being unable to find bail in double the n 0 unit
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28
THE MINISTER'S or MICHIGAN.

ADRIAN, MlCn., May 9th.
The general Congregational Association Of
Michigan has protested against the recent
action of the Tract Society Of New York.
Only two negative votes were cast.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28

The Washington Union has long leader
laboring to prove that the Democratic Party
is - not dead" This has in ominous look,
when it is remembered how strenuouslv the
came declarations were made in behalf Of the
Wing Party while it was in progress Of dsso-
luton.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28
CONVICTED OF MyrNDER.

PLYMorTu. Nav %.
The Jury in the case of Mrs. Gardner,
brought in n verdict of guilty Of murder in
the second degree, this morning.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28

Tho governor of South Carolina has nproin-
ted Arther P. Hayne to succeed the late Mr..
Evans in tile United States Senate until the
legislature shall fill the Office next winter,
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28

Az EpIrArn We have read a great many
epitaphs quaint or ladicrous, but none more
50, perhaps. than one cut not long since on a
grdycstunc, at the marble shop in this viii
lage -
"The little Hero that lies here
Was conquered by the Diarrehea."
Ca1cdoRion.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28
FIRE.
RuFFALo, Nav .

buffalo, May %,
Bonnell's steam Saw Mill was burnt last
night, Loss IS, 900 No insurance. Sup
posed to be the work of an incendiary.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28

PRUDENT NEoRo.-A gentleman of Nor
folk, had a fine negro, to whom he gave the
privilege of hiring himself out, and keeping
one half the wages. A short time since the
negro came home to his mast T and said that the
man for whom he had been working wished
to buy him, and would give thirteen hundr ed
dollars for him.
well" said his master, "what Of that
| don't wish to SELL
but you sec, massa," said Sun, Il Sc had
cough some time, and specs I'm gwlne in
to de sumption. I don't spec | shall last
more n two or three years, and I'd like to
take dat man in -
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28

TOLLS REDUCED on THE NELLAND CANAL.
The Canadian authorities are reported to hayet
o1uced the tolls on the Welland canal. one
Third on the most important articles.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28

The FRosr AND CoTroN CRops, Late re-
ports from Alabama say that the cotton
crop has not been much injured by the frost,
and that it promises to he large.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28

PRAYER MEETING for Business Men, at the Bap,
fist Church. from 8 to o'clock, every day. All
who love, or desire to love the Lord are cordially
invited to attend. aprSdtf
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28

The Washington Republic notes the fact,
that of twenty-three private bills agreed to
in the House on Friday last, (l4th inst. y
twenty-one were in favor Of Southern parties
Almost every thing from the North was killed,
the objection of single member being sufi-
Gent for that purpose.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28

The coinage of the United States Mint in
Philadelphia, for the month of April, was
Sl,006,920 in gold principally in double
eagles 1854 90 in silver, wholly in half and
quarter dollar pieces, and 900 in cents.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28

Geo. B. Reed has been appointed cashef
of the Bank of Montpelier, in place o
George Howes. Esq, resigned.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28
cow HIDE D,

New York, %.
Chas. Mathews, actor, was severely cow
hided yesterday in Broadway, by A. II. Da
venport.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28
PoCKET-BooK LOsT..sIo Reward.

4 osr on Friday or Saturday last, between
H Charlotte and Burlington, a large, black, mo-
rocco Pocket-Book, containing eight fve-dollsr
bills on the Farmers and Mechanics Bank, and
some small bills. Also notes ard receipts contain
ing the subscribers name, and other papers Ten
dolllrs reward will te given 10 the finder on delv-
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28
II q L | d.

In Boouville, Mo-, by the Rev A, A, Morrison
Mr.. Vim. II. Ward, of Burlington, Vt. TO Miss
Cynthia A. Bullock, Of Boonville.
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SOMETHING ENTIRELY NEW.

SOMETHING ENTIRELY NEW.
A DESIDERATUM. NJ. JACOBS ANTI
IAC0RROSIVE AMALGAM PENS. There
Pens will be found, trial, superior to Gold or
Steel ; possessing more of the action Of the Quill
than the Gold Pen, they will be preferred
Each Pen is as durable as eight ten made
from Steel /; they will not spatter cut the thin
nest paper, gliding over rough or smooth surface
freely as the Quill and will not injure the tint
of Red Ink, nor effect the durability Of Black
collecting none of that sediment in the ink, which
Steel Pens invariably do
Price Two Dollars per Gross.
CAuTIoS.-Each Pen is stamped, =" NJ. Jacobs
Amalgam." Each Box has fac -simile of the
Manufacturers signature.
For sale by
GEO. c. MOSIIER, Agent,
Apotheearies Hall.
Burlington May II, 1855
From numerous testimonials as 10 their superior
ity, the Manufacturer begs leave to submit the
foil wing ;ried
| have tried Mr.. Jacobs Anal gam Pens, and
think them superior to any l have used, a.
they do not; corode, as is usually the case with
steel pens, and are in other respects, much plea
santor to write than either steel, albata other
metallic Pens
Signed, CHARLES b. SLOAN,
Book-keeper American Sunday School Union.
May 18th, 1855. d&wtf
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28

The Chicago Tribune is informed that
Bishop o Regain, of the Chicago diocese, has
been removed by His Holiness, tue Pope.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28

SHE HAD HIN. "Can you let me have
twenty dollars this morning. to purchase a
bonnet, my dear?" said wife to her husband
one morning at breakfast, bye and bye,
my love. That's what You always say,
my dear but how can buy and buy without
money!" The husband handed over
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28

SEQ Advertisement of DR.. Sanford's LIVER IN.
vIGoRAToR, in another column.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1858-05-28

Austria has decided upon constructing three
lines OF railway between the Black and Cas-
plan seas.
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PEARS.

ComHtee.--D. \. Smalley, burlington; Horace
Hatch. burlington; Lyman Hall, Shelburn.
Most humorous collection of choice va
lictcs 80 9
Be- sis tarctie. g each, 81
Best single variety autumn poar each
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