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The Semi-weekly Shreveport news. [volume] (Shreveport [La.]) 1862-1864, 1863-12-08

A gentleman has just arrived in this city.
says the Houston News. from Brownsville.
He left that city on the 18th inst, crossed
over to Matamoras and then went up the
river and recrossed at Roma. on the 18th.
and had dates from Brownsville to about
the lth.
Matters continued quiet at Brownsville.
all the Confederates having left who We're
not willing to take the oath. Banks was
still there with about 5000 men, there be-
ing about as many more at Brazos Santiago,
half of whom were negroes.
Cortinas was commandante ut Matamo-
ras. and had ordered all the French Ito
leave, and they We're preparing to do so.
Gen Banks was making no demonstra-
tons. and indeed, has not force enough to
venture further into the interior.
They burnt the garrison buildings and
those ON the lower block next to the levee.
The yankees did not get bale of cotton.
The Semi-weekly Shreveport news. [volume] (Shreveport [La.]) 1862-1864, 1863-12-08

we have been permitted to make the fol:
lowing extract from letter dated, Vienna.
Dec. 9Th
" A letter has been received here from
Brandon, Miss. under date 18th nit, stating
IN effect, that Gems. Bragg and Grant. had
met in battle, which continued for three
days, resulting in the defeat of Gen. Bragg.
Gen. Hardee is represented to have COM
manded the right. whilst the left was COM
manded by Gen. Breckenridge. The left
wing of our army Is, said to l1ave been
broken badly, and to have been most ter
ribly cut to pieces. can scarcely credit
the above gloomy intelligence, from the
fact that the date of the letter is too late
My hopes lead me not to believe it. Bragg
is reported to have fallen back beyond the
Chickamauga. This think highly proba-
1la.''
The Semi-weekly Shreveport news. [volume] (Shreveport [La.]) 1862-1864, 1863-12-08

The man who undertook to keep up with
the Spectator in running up his prices,
has had severe fall. from which he is not
likely to recover soon.
The Semi-weekly Shreveport news. [volume] (Shreveport [La.]) 1862-1864, 1863-12-08

We had heavy rain on last Friday night.
The wet season will soon commence. it be-
hooves us therefore to make all the head
way possible, while the suns shines.
The Semi-weekly Shreveport news. [volume] (Shreveport [La.]) 1862-1864, 1863-12-08

Our friend Capt. Hawkins will accept oul
thanks for late paper.
The Semi-weekly Shreveport news. [volume] (Shreveport [La.]) 1862-1864, 1863-12-08

Mr.. J. H. Reynolds has our thanks FOR q
Mobile paper. -.
The Semi-weekly Shreveport news. [volume] (Shreveport [La.]) 1862-1864, 1863-12-08

We would state in reply to the numerous
applications for printing paper, that there
is not a sheet to be had iis tEis city at any
price
The Semi-weekly Shreveport news. [volume] (Shreveport [La.]) 1862-1864, 1863-12-08

Lame rumor is in her glory this
week. She says Gen. Smith, at his
own request, is to be relieved and will
take the field. His successor is to be
Gen Polk. Gen. Herbert is to start
tor Houston, to figure in the Engin-
eer department., and Generals Siblcv
ana Holmes are to direct their foot
steps towards Richmond. She also
says with a shake of the head, that
we have captured Burnside with not
less than 7C0o men. Here the old
lady stopped to sneeze, brst in the act
OF doing so, lost her equilibrium and
1e'l on the sidewalk completely ex-
hausted.
The Semi-weekly Shreveport news. [volume] (Shreveport [La.]) 1862-1864, 1863-12-08

Should any of our subscribers in the city
not receive their papers, they will please
notify us of the oversight
The Semi-weekly Shreveport news. [volume] (Shreveport [La.]) 1862-1864, 1863-12-08

C~T-In shreveport. on last Saturday.
T.! 4 about $40: ,h. tnIrr will much
"bIIgra y 'ur man. j., leaving it at this Of
i,', ana receiving "a liberal reward.
Dec Sit
The Semi-weekly Shreveport news. [volume] (Shreveport [La.]) 1862-1864, 1863-12-08

iSta,e IF Louisiana-Payish If Cad-
do-h l0M .JuaicI District Court
NOTICE is hereby given that w. W.
IN George, admir- of said succession, has
this day filed in my Office his first annual
account as administrator and petition
praying that the same be homologated.
And unless opposition be made thereto
in the time prescribed by law, said account
will be honiologated as prayed for.
Given under my hand and seal of office
this Both day of November, 1863.
A. ii. LEONARD,
dec1-otOr3Od Clerk.
The Semi-weekly Shreveport news. [volume] (Shreveport [La.]) 1862-1864, 1863-12-08

1t is rumored that Gov. Gamble and 1t.
Gov. Hill of Missouri will shortly tender
their resignation.
The Semi-weekly Shreveport news. [volume] (Shreveport [La.]) 1862-1864, 1863-12-08
Rent.

For Rent.
TNIVE STORE HOUSES-in the most
Il business part of the town, by the
month or year. Apply to
ROLAND JONES or
apr24-tf H. j. G. BATTLE.
The Semi-weekly Shreveport news. [volume] (Shreveport [La.]) 1862-1864, 1863-12-08

Two or three more shells were thrown
int" the city las, ni:ght.'hut no rrrspn WAS
injured
The Semi-weekly Shreveport news. [volume] (Shreveport [La.]) 1862-1864, 1863-12-08
$50 REV ARD.

JOHN HEi!I. .IR.
The daily Green Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1861-1865, 1863-06-22

Later advices by telegraph say that all the
strongest positions around Vicksburg except one
are now ours. The rebels are in possession of
Richmond and New Carthage, La, and are
destroying all the cotton gins on the plantations
leased by the Government to the planters in the
vicinity. The rebels have made their appearance
within four miles of Haines' Bluff. There was
an error in the telegraphic report day or two
The daily Green Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1861-1865, 1863-06-22

NEW BANK. A Bank under the National
Banking law is about to 60 into operation at
Springfield, with a capital of 100000 dol
lars, and will commence business as soon as the
government provide the bills. The following
directors chosen : Henry Barnard. Leonard
Chase, Charles A. Forbush, Udney Burke, and
Daniel Rice. Henry Barnard has been elected
President.
The daily Green Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1861-1865, 1863-06-22

CHIcKAsAw BAYOU, near Vicksburg, June Is
There is increased cannonading this morning
Logan's division is reported to be engaged. The
enemy is resisting our advance on the central
portion of the line. 1t is thought the rebels
are expanding the remainder of their ammuni-
ton before the final capitulation.
Johnston is fortifylng the east bank of Big
Black.
The daily Green Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1861-1865, 1863-06-22
Montpelier Union School.

nouIpO1iOA " ulOu oVuooA.
The annual examination will be as follows;
Room No. l, Miss Sweet, Friday forenoon,
June 10.
Room No. 2, Miss Camp, Friday afternoon,
June 10.
Room Nc. 3, Miss Hobart, Monday forenoon,
June %.
Room No. 4, Miss Stetson, Monday after
noon, June %.
Room No. 5, Miss Bronson, Tuesday, June
%.
Rooms No. and 7, Academical Department,
Wednesday and Thursday, June "a and Is.
Exhibition at the Hall, Friday, June &c, at
2 o'clock P. M.
PER ORDER OF COMMITTEE.
Montpelier, June II, 'e3.
The daily Green Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1861-1865, 1863-06-22

Iago that the rebels had FIVE thousand nen OF
jackson, fifty thousand at Yazoo City and fifteen
thousand at Canton. The number supposed TO
be at Yazoo City is fve instead of Fifty thousand
The daily Green Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1861-1865, 1863-06-22

New YORK, June 20. A Mobile dispatch of
the 18th inst, to the Chattanooga Rebel says ::
The latest news from Port Hudson is that the
bombardment still continues.
Citizens of Horn Lake report 81 transports
with troops and supplies, are going down the
Mississippi river.
dispatch from Summit, Miss, to the same
paper, says passengers from Ponchatoula heard
heavy firing at Port Hudson. The Essex is re-
ported captured by our forces and several gun
boats disabled.
gentleman from Woodville reports that
Gen. Banks is fortfying on Thompson Creek,
northwest of Port Hudson, and planting heavy
siege guns
CINCINNATI, June 20. Yesterday about 100
of the 4th Kentucky rebel cavalry crossed the
Ohio river into Harrison County, Ind, for the
purpose of making raid into the interior.
At Orleans the rebels had skrmish with
the Home Guard, whom they repulsed. The
rebels were moving towards the Ohio and Mis-
sssippi Railroad at the last accounts The mill
tia with the convalescents from the hospitals at
New Albany and Louisville have started in pur-
suit of the rebels. The Indiana State Authori-
ties have issued call for 10000 volunteers to
serve for six months. 2.
WARRINGTON, June 81 There is no conf
dence whatever to be placed in the sensation
dispatches which have been sent abroad. Every
thing appears full of hope. CARLETON.
MURFREEsBoRo, June 20. Information re-
ceived here says that Gen. Grant will undoubt-
eddy take Vicksburg. Ten days ago he en-
trenched his position on the Big Black, and in
the rear of Sherman on Walnut hill.
Gen. Grant is perfectly able to defeat any
force which the rebels may bring against him Z.
Joe Johnston cannot collect force sufficient to
dislodge Grant, before the mines shall have been
exploded and the city taken.
New YORK, June 81. The Mercury has q
Washington dispatch stating that the rumors of
battle at Centreville are untrue. There has
probably been some severe fighting at Leesburg
and number of cavalry skirmishes in front of
Washington, but in fact no battle has been
fought, nor will one be fought for couple of
days, if at all.
Lees headquarters are near the old Bull Run
battle field His army extends in semicircle
in front of our works and can be massed at any
moment for battle. Gen. Hooker has so far
declined to fight, and his army has been placed
go as to protect Washington and Baltimore
MEMPHIS, june 10, via. CAIRO June 81. Of
fetal advces from Vicksburg to the 10th are re-
ceived. The siege was progressing slowly but
surely. Our total loss last week isestimated at
less than 80; not over or 10 were killed. The
garrison continued vigorous firing Of musketry
and shell up to the time the dispatches were
written, but with no success.
An attack from Johnston is looked for daily,
but each day lessons bis chances Of accomplish
ing anything. The guerrillas are still active at
various points on the MISSISSIPPI. SEQ
The daily Green Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1861-1865, 1863-06-22
N A T. 10 " a Z LOAN
o. S. Six per cent. 500 Bonds.

THESE Bonds are payable in twenty years. but may
be redeemed IN hye years, at the option Of Govern
ment but Congress has provided tina the Bonds shall be
PAID GOLD. -
The Bonds pay Six per cent. interest," in May and No
vember IN GOLD, and are issued in sums Of
$50, 800, $500, $1,000.
8 On and after July LIST, the privilege OF CONVEX ting
Legal Tender Notes Into these Bonds par will ce
The Supreme Court has decided that Govern ment
STOCKS are exempt rem State City or County taxes.
the Principal and Interest OF these pa yabls
10 God they are the Cheapest Government Security in
the market, and PAY the largest interest On the cost
subscriptions received for any portions Of this popu
lar loan at the vERhoNT BANK, and the Bonas pro-
cured fer subscribers. o. 40 'rrT GF.T r. '
lfT Payment can be made In any current funds.
June ., 1883 j. A. PAGE Casaisy
The daily Green Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1861-1865, 1863-06-22
BY TELEGRAPH
TO THE FREEMAN.
r O'CLOCK A. M.

NEW YORK, June 20. The Commercial says
Admiral Foote this noon, although able to re-
cogzie his friends, is sinking fast. His case has
been given up by his physicians.
The daily Green Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1861-1865, 1863-06-22

WARRINGTON, June 81. There is no conf
dence whatever to be placed in the sensatic
dispatches which have been sent abroad. Ever,
thing appears full Of hope. CARLETON.
The daily Green Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1861-1865, 1863-06-22

HARRISBURG, June 90. A heavy force of
rebels continues to linger in the vicinity of Ha-
gertown and Williamsport: Scouts report that
their movements this morning indicate retreat
to the other side of the Potomac, but this after
noon they moved up in the direction of Nc
Connelsville and Bedford.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1863-11-27
AMOS c. RICHARDSON'S ESTATE.

STATE OF VERMONT, THE the Honorable
District Of Chittenden, S. Probate Court for
the District Of Chittenden. al
To the heirI and all persons interested In the e.
tate OF Amos G. Richardson, lat9 Of Colchester, m
GREETING.
WHEREAS, application hath been made TO this
Court in writing, by the Administrator Of the Is
cate Of said deceased, PRAYING for license and al-
thority 10 sell portion Of the real estate OF ad
deceased setting forth therein that said deceased
was in his life time and at the time OF his decease
under contract, binding in aw and equity, to dee'i
to Henry VI. Austin Or his ass Sners certain piece
Of land and the buildings thereon, situate IN sail
Chichester.
WHEREuPoS, the said Court appointed and as
signed the I4th day Of December. A. ID. io5, AT TIC
Probate Court rooms in said District, to hear and
decide upon said application and petition, ana or
dered public notice thereof n be given 10 all
persons Interested therein BY publishing said orer
together with the time and place Of hearing, three
weeks successfully in the Burlington Free Prs,
newspaper which circulates in the mel ghborhood OF
those persons interested in said estate. all which
publications shall beprevious 10 the day ass ned Tor
hearing.
Therefore. you are hereby notified to appear be-
fore said Court. at the time and place assigned
then and there in said Court % give bonds, as
the law directs for the payment Of the debts, and
charges Of administration, and make your ohiec-
tons the granting such license, II you sec cause
Given under my hand. at the Probate Court
rooms, this 18th day Of November, A. D, ls63.
A. c. DIXON, Register.
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Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1863-11-27


Morris island letters state that Seabrook
Island had been captured by our forces dur
ing a reconnaissance, but was afterwards ADAM
dOned.
The TriJlue's letter states We now pick
ct in the vicinity Of Charleston The cnemy's
pickets still confront Us on Johns Island.
The works on Sslliyan's Island are strongly
garrisoned.
During Sunday night the water batteries
on Sulliyan's Island opened with terrific viO-
lenee ON Batteries Gregg and Chatiield,wi
out accomplishing however any damage to
the forts or garrison. The long roll was
sounded and the troops on Morris Island got
under arms to be prepared for an attack in
case the rebels should make one.
On Monday our batteries opened heavily.
Four monitors participated, in the fight
which cnsued the Montauk discounted one
of the heavy guns on Fort Moultre, throw
Ing it entirely from it, carriage to a distance
@ several feet Sometime afterwards the L..
high went aground when the Admiral called
Tor volunteer, 10 assist in getting her oh. \
number of landsmen volunteered and m an
open boat threw a hawscr % some OF the
crew OF the Lehigh, who came outside the
tur-et and received it. This was made st
care ami the vessel hauled into deep water.
One shot struck Immediately astern OF the
blat-l,ad OF volunteers. all of whom Admiral
Dahlgren has promoted % the rank Of quar-
tcrlnasters in the service for their bravery.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1863-11-27
CINcINNArI. Nov. a.

CINCINNATI, Nov. n.
No further news has yet been received
from Gen Burnside.
Canuonading is still heard. \ great battle
is anticipated between the forces Of tens.
Grant and Bragg. to-day.
The Commercial has special despatch
date Chattanooga Nov. %, which says De
serccrs last night report that the rebels are
falling back OF Chickamauga Station. The
whole rebel army is apparently in retreat.
\ reconnaissance this p. NJ. reveals that the
enemy are apparently in force between US
and Missionary Ridge.
Gen. Wood in charging up Orchard Ridge
carried the rifle pits under severe musketry
and artillery fire. taking 200 rebel prisoners.
We now hold all the heights round this
side of Missionary Ridge. Our troops are
in line OF battle and will lie on their arms
tonight. Hard fighting Is inevitable.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1863-11-27

NEW YORK, Nov. -.
We bavc news from the Army Of the PO-
tomac up to three p NJ. which says Alb
sent officers may BE- interested 70 know that
several changes of position ofthc Army Corps
have been made
The fredericksburg heights are held by
one division of Ewell's corps, and the ex-
trcmc right Of the rebel army. Lees left
rests on Madison G.. II. ON this side the Rap
Idan. Ills force is mostly cavalry. The
rebel army is manilestly preparing to 60 into
winter quarters az or near GordOnsville At
present il stretches from that place to some
point Of the Richmond & Fredericksburg R.
R.. probably Hanover Junction.
The Worlds dispatch says; All is quiet
along the Rapidan. 1t has rained all day
which has delayed the advance.
The Hera'd's dispatch of the oath says
Ere this reaches you We shall have fought a
severe battle or crossed the Rapidan, per-
haps both. Everybody Is hopeful and conf
dent Of success Gen. Meade's plans are
well matured, and though they do not
coincide with views | have heard express
ed, they are, perhaps, the best that could be
adopted keeping IN view at all times the ne
ne>sity 80 urgently enj0ined at the War Office
of covering Washington.
The morning unfortunately j. dismal and
wet. \ drilling ram has fallen during the
night somewhat 90 our discomfort.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1863-11-27
JOHN sTRoNG.s ESTATE.

STATE OF VERMONT, lTTO all persons con-
District Of Chittenden, - Il cerned in the Estate
Of John Strong late Of Charlotte, in said District
deceased,
GREETING.
At Probate Court holden at Burlington, within
and for the District Of Chttenden, the 18th Jay
Of November A. D. 1853 an Instrument, purpor-
ing to be the last viii and Testament, Of John
Strong late Of Charlotte in said District, deceased
was presented to the Court aforesaid, for Probate
And IL is ordered by said Court that the 18th day OF
December. D., 1853 a. the Probate Court Rooms IN
said Burlington, be assigned for proving said nstru-
ment; and that notice thereof he given TO all per-
concerned, by publishing this order three week
successfully in the Burlington FEEB PsESs, news
paper printed at said Burlington, previous q the
time appointed
Therefore, you are hereby notified 20 appear be-
fore said Court at the time and place Aforesaid and
contest the prorate Of said will If you have cause.
Given under nv hand az Burlington IN said DIS
trct this 2ith day Of November A. d. l-63.
A. c. DIXON, Register.
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Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1863-11-27


The TrlJuae's despatch says Gen. Grant
Is at work. Yesterday the forces at Chat
tanooga under command of Gen. Thomas
carried the works on Bagg's left. \ great
battle is expected to-day and the result Is
not doubted here.
The Herald's Dispatch says The War
Department has received DISPATCHES this eve
ming from Gen. Grant, at Chattanooga, Of
the most important and cheering character.
The engagement yesterday was in the inme-
dia,r front, ami continued throughout the
entire day.
Nothing has been heard from zen.
Burnside but tie sncces- Of this movement
Is expected speedily to reclaim nm from the
pressure OF the rebel columns
Gen. Grants advances will compel them TO
retreat to prevent their capture or destruc-
ton.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1863-11-27

>.rTuFRN SUFERsTITIoN.-lt i encourag-
in- @, those who look 10 God for deliyerancc
l 80 1ur present troubles 10 know that about
O iltS days after each Gay which has been
ST apart by the President of the Confederate
states for prayer and fasting we have had a
ag.c and victory. noticed this fact stated
lr.it,cr the SgHhsrn or Central Pres5Wer-
s.. with dates TO prove In the last instance
Oh, ac, is again verified. The battle of
D.csamauEl took place on the 10th OF Sep
t.al...r. and the Dist Ol August was the DAY
t sting and prayer. Il has oftencr been
.H--y Jaws than any other number, though
.a $3.50 or three instances 1t has varied day
VI 50.
la ,ica of this fact would it not be well
.r a.i religious denominations to unite in
-u- -.o President To st aside one day in
,..a dirty for fasting and PRAYER, and not
....- -H-I DOR country j, shr1uded Gin gloom
eats and Observation-Disclosures sen
uae.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1863-11-27
Special Town Meeting.

TT1ITE inhabitants % the Town Of Burlington, who
| are le.al voters ia Town Mcctiug.are hereby no
tilted and warnr, O. meet at the Town Hall, in said
Town ul Monday the 5lth day o. November instant
1T, To choose 81 moderator u govern SAID meet
Ing.
sui, To see whether the town Will vote bounties
20 ,7pplv tire ouota ol the town under the recent
call 1itEe President 81 the United States for three
hundred thousand men % serve in the regiments
and the companies I'm the field, and II so, what
bnuutieS AMI also % see whether the town will
vote G. advance O. such volunteers any portion OF
tho u0uut.cs they are tu receive from the United
States lud irs1. how much md on what terms.
81. In case the town shall vote TO pay such
huuutic- og % make such advancemsnts, TO raise
AMI provide means for the same
4th. To do auy other business proper - be done
RI SELL ). TAFT, : S.1..,,,..
WI. C.. SHAW,
Burlington, Nov. Is.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1863-11-27

PROGRESS IN REcRUITING--The Third Yer
mont Battery of light artillery Is nearly
filled To the maximum number. Its rendez-
vous in the Fair Ground in this village. About
l:2j are already enlisted, most or all Of whom
are IN the ground or viii be tonight. Capt.
Romeo Start formerly OF the 81 Vt. il to be
IN command.
Fair prosrc7s i also making in filling up
the Eth (yeteran) regiment. We trust that
it will be filed to the maximum beIore JAN
), and without any hindrance to filling up
the new Quota.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1863-11-27

~4a-si,s OF THE BoNEABnNE>T or SUMTER.
Sine. the bamhardmont of Sumter com
r...7- .nu the 18th ol Augu.t) up 10 Thurs
..It DIST. 5.5>3 shots had been fiIcd at 1t, of
a.... l-.-U2 struck. OF the garrison TWEEN
p. seven 0ayc been killed, and ,ixty-nine
IS ..l.I Tse flag during the same time
.a- t.,a cut down thir,y tour times The
,u- weight II shot being 200 pounds, the
,,-ar .. Imu was 3.Il6.U0O pounds, OF
IIa.+ag pounds ut iron % each man killed,
H..-u pounds % iron TO each casualty. II
t.,e.l-, .t powder averaged fifteen pounds,
49,. .s, -.a.5i5 pounds oi powder used, or
=. ..- pounds t3 each casualty. sumter, in
.-Ia-. ...-l- at her enemy. VINO still fear to
.t-- Dos battered walls. Charleston Will
.rta valuable iron mine u the rum, OF
-.n,... ani e'rn now, when iron Is scarce.
.... -...s aI-l. industry. % very little risk.
,-.t l.lsc torJune.-Biciu01d Enquirer.
Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1863-11-27
BArEMAx srEARxs' ESTATE.

WE the Subscribers, having been appointed hy
w the Honorable the Probate Court for the Dis
trict ofC hittenden Commissioners o. receive exam
inc and adjust the claims and demands Of all per-
sons against the estate Of Batoman Stearns, late %
Hinesburgh, In said District, deceased represent
ed in-olvent and also all claims and demands
exhibited in Offset thereto and SIX months from the
day of the date hereof being allowed BY said Court
for that purpose do therefore hereby give notice
ment, az the dwelling Of Newton ". stone, IN
Hinesburgh, in said District, the second Wednes
DAYS Of January and March next, at 10 o'clock \.
NJ, on each Of said days.
Dated this 18th day Of November, A. d. 1853.
NAHUM Pee, Commissioner,
JAMES MINER. 5 ~
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