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The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1864-07-04
The Democratic Party.

The Round Table, speaking of the problem
before the democratic party, very justly re-
marks, ga question of principles Is always a
secondary consideration in the calculations Of
"mere politicians. The struggle in the demo-
"cratic party can hardly be, termed one OF prin-
"ciples, though an appeal will be made to the
public to indorse certain cardinal principles
sin the election OF democratic President.
fWhat the party is afer is success" The
above is unquestionably correct, but since the
democratic representatives in Congress have
bound the load of slavery upon their own
backs and upon those of their party, there is
hardly a possibility of their obtaining what
the Round Table says they are after, to say
nothing of probabilities. That burden will
be the death Of them, and that once respecta-
BILE organization will become derunct--a dead
carcass which no earthly power can galvanize
into life again. Such are the changes Of pub
lie feeling and opinion in this world.
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PoRTLAND AND VICINITY.
Amnaements To-Day.

The Children's Concert for the benefit of the
Ladies' Christian Commisson, will come off at
New City Hall at IL o'clock this morning.
1t will be an exceedingly pleasant affair, and
as there is 10 be strawberry festival connect
ed with 1t, and refreshments to be had in the
adjoining rooms, large crowd will be attract
ed thereto. This will be grand opportunity
to give the little ones taste oil the celebra-
tioa of the day.
In the afternoon the celebration and festi-
val of the Central Church Sabbath School and
Society will take place at Mechanics Hall.
Sprague & Blanchard's Minstrels will give
three performances at Lancaster Hall, at 10,
and 8 o'clock.
There will be two theatrical exhibtions-in
the afternoon and evening.
The "Little Acorns" will give q promenade
concert at New City Hall in the evening, when
the band of the 18th U. S. Infantry will per-
aprm the music.
Many of our citizens viii take this opportu-
nifty to visit Harpswell. The Sea Side House
will be open for the reception Of company to-
day.
The Sabre Zouaves will go to the islands
for target practice.
The Base Ball Match, between Harvard and
Bowdoin Colleges, will attract a large crowd.
The city celebration will consist OF Nation
al Statutes and ringing of the bells half an
hour, at sunrise, noon and sunset. The Band
Of the 18th U. S. Infantry will perform in
front OF the City Hall, from 10 to IL o'clock
A. NJ, 2 to $50 and 7 TO $50 o'clock 7. NJ.
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Losses in Men and Artillery.
THE ENEMY MARCHING ON
URG.
REBELS DESTROYING THE RAILROAD.
WAR DEPARTMENT,


WASHINGTON. July "a p. NJ.
To Maj. Gen. Dir The following telegram
dated to-day at Marietta, g., was received this
evening from Gen. Sherman, giving the sue
cesstul result OF the fanking operations in
progress for several days past:-
The movement on our right caused the
enemy to evacuate. We occupied Kenesaw at
daylight, and Marietta at $50 A. NJ.
Thomas is moving down the main road to-
wards the Chaitahoochi and Mcpherson to-
ward the North of Nickajack on the Sand
town road.
Our cavalry is on the extreme TANKS.
Whether the enemy will halt on this side of
the Chatahoochi or not, will soon be known.
Marietta is almost entirely abandoned by
its inhabitants, and more than mile of rail-
road iron is moved between the town and the
foot of Kenesaw."
dispatch from Gen. Grants Headquarters
at o'clock this A. NJ, gives the following re-
suit of Gen. Wilson's operations -
Sixty miles of railroad were thoroughly
destroyed.
The Danville road, Gen. Wilson reports,
could pot be repaired in less than 40 days even
If all the materials were at hand.
He has destroyed all the backsmith's shops
where the rail might be Strengthened and all
the mills where scantlng for.seepers could be
sawed. Thirty miles CT the South Side road
were uesIIOyeu.
Wilson brought In about 400 negroes and
many of the vast number of horses and mules
gathered by his force.
He reports that the rebels slaughtered with
out mercy the negroes they retook.
Wilson's loss of property is small wagon
train used to carry ammunition, his ambulance
train and II cannon.
The horses of artillery and wagons were
generally brought off. OF the cannon two
were removed from their carriages. the wheels
OF which were broken and the guns thrown
into the water, and one other gun had been
disabled by rebel shot striking the trunions
before il was abandoned. He estimates his
total loss at from $50 to 1000 men, including
those lost from Kautzs division.
A rebel force made its appearance near
Martinsburg this morning. and were at last
accounts destroying the railroad and advanc-
ing on Martinsburg. The reports received as
yet are too confused and conflicting TO deter
mine the magnitude of the force or the ex-
tent of Its operations.
tSignedl Z. NJ. STANTON,
Secretary of War.
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The Misses Bailey s Home Schoo]
Home school for Girls and Rows.

Il New Glouces err formerly occupied by the Rev
e featon. as Boarding School, propose opening
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CELEBRATION AND Among
the interesting features of the entertainment
given by the Central Church Sabbath School,
at Mechanics Hall, this afternoon and even
ing, will be the singing OF patriotic songs, the
representation Of company of veterans re-
turning to their homes, amid the welcoming
huzzas and singing by the entire school,
"When Johnny comes marching home again.
The occasion will be very pleasant one, and
we have no doubt viii be numerously attend
ed.
No society understands better how TO get
up pleasing entertainment, than this, and on
this occasion they will do theiribest The ex-
ercises commence at three o'clock p. NJ. and
continue through the evening.
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Collision Of Steamers.

NEW OKk, July >.
This morning at / O'Clock, between Barne-
gat and Absecom Lights, the steamship Lo-
Gust Point, hence I'd inst. for New Orleans,
came in collision with the steamer Matanzas,
causing the Locust Point to sink in seven
minutes in fourteen iathoms water. The Ma
tanzas struck her amidships, cutting her in
two. The boats from the Instances saved
twenty-three of the crew aud passengers.
The Locust Point had on board twenty-three
crew and eighteen passengers. The balance
must have been loss. The steamer and cargo
are total loss. No one saved anything from
the wreck. The passengers were all asleep at
the time The Matanzas had on board l45
souls, and received no injury whatever. Every
attention was paid to the unfortunates picked
up from the wreck.
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rd;+ors and Publishers Convention


The editors and publishers of Portland, met
at the counting room of Brown Thurston,
Saturday afternoon, and organized by the
choice of G. 2. Ilsley as President, and Joseph
B. Hall, Secretary.
After au exchange of views, Mr.. Hall of the
Courier, moved the following
Whereas, the suggestion that Convention
Of the Editors and Publishers in the State
should be held, has been very generally APP
proved by them, and they have tacitly fixed
upon Portland as the place for holding it,
therefore,
Resolved, That committe Of arrangements
be appointed to invite the editors and publish
ers of the State, to meet in convention here
at such a time a. they shall determine, and to
make all necessary arrangements therefor.
On motion, Mr.. Rich Of the Price Cur
rent. Foster OF the Press and Gosse OF the Ar
gus, were appointed committee to nominate
the committee of arrangements.
On motion Of Mr.. Gosse, voted that when
the meeting adjourn, y adjourn to meet at
this place, Monday, at 10 O'Clock A. NJ. Ad-
journed.
The probability now Is that the meeting
will be held the last week in this month.
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y. VI. Il hhN AID, .
Hall Of ID. h. E., June 9th, 1864.

SEA SIDE HoUsE.-It will be seen by adj
vertisement, that this new hotel at Harpswell
will be opened for the reception of visitors to-
day. We have before spoken of this beautiful
place Of resort, and have no doubt it will be
crowded this season. Mr.. Smith, the proprie-
tor, will do all his power for the accommoda-
tion and pleasure OF his guests. We can see
no reason why this watering place should not
become as popular as Newport and Nahant.
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Fire at the U. S. ARSENAL, spring,ie,d.

SPRINGFIELD, Mass, j uIy z.
A fire broke out at IL O'Clock in the attic
of the north building shop of the U. S. Armo-
ry, situated upon Armory Square, in this city.
This building, which is two hundred feet in
length and two stories high, was entirely des-
troyed with its contents. The upper story
was used as polishing shop, and the lower
story for milling, trimming, temperlng, &c
Owing to the great rapidity with which the
fire spread, little was saved from the building
destroyed, and much of the machinery in the
adjoining buildings must have been seriously
injured. The fire is supposed to have been
caused by spontaneous combustion. The ar
senal situated at the opposite erd Of the
square contains at the present time over 300,-
600 new rifle muskets, awaiting the orders of
the government.
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WAsHINbIUN, July
The notice for proposals Tor the loan of $685.
100000, being the amount of unaccepted Of
fers under the ST5, 100000 advertisement, Is
withdrawn.
Senator Fessenden had a long interview
with President Lincoln to-day, and there
seems to be no doubt that he has consented 10
accept the position as Secretary OF the Treas
ury.
The Senate has confirmed the nomination
OF Quincy A. Gilmore as Major General OF
volunteers.
The-Navy Department has been informed
Of the capture, in the South Atlantic, of the
British schooner Z. S. Hook, by the steamer
Protene. She was from Nassau.
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DEAD.-The little daughter OF A. p. Nor
gan, who was so terribly burned last Friday,
was released from her sufierings by DEATH
She was beautiful child, idol:zed not only by
her parents, but By AL who knew her. The
afflicted parents have the sympathy Of the
community in this distressing hour.
The following has been handed US as full
particulars OF this melancholy event:-A sad
accident occurred Friday afternoon, which has
plunged, not only one family, in deepest
gloom, but Swallowed whole neighborhood.
Clara p Morgan, nine years old last Sab
bath, daughter of Andrew p. Morgan, was
amusing herself with one Of her little play
mates. She took fluid lamp and lighting it
placed it on a bench near the door. Lighting
her fre-cracker by 1t, she stood in the open
door holding 1t, when her dress came in con-
tact with the fame OF the lamp and spread
rapidly. The fury OF the flames was increased
by her rushing through the house. As soon
as her mother could reach her, she wrapped
her in carpet which fortunately was at hand,
and the flames were extinguished; but not
until the little creature was so terribly burned
that she died Saturday morning at four
o'clock.
She retained her consciousness almost TO
the last, talking even cheerfully, and during
the hours that she lived bore her sufferings
with wonderful patience.
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SEIZURES. - Deputy Marshal Wentworth
with some of the policemen, made the usual
monthly visit to the premises of Meyer Wa
termau, on Canal street, last Saturday, and
seized small quantity Of liquors.
Deputy Marshal Merrill and some of the po-
lice, visited the shop Of John O'Neal, last Sat-
urday, and seized a small quantity Of ale.
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A SUPPOSED LARcENY.-Mr. H.. M. Phin-
ney, last Friday went into Grants stable and
while doing some work took out his watch
and laid it in crib. He went out for few
moments aud on his return his watch was
gone. Two men who had been 10 the stable
were arrested on suspicion OF having stolen
It, but they denied all knowledge of it. Still,
the circumstances were So strong againstthem,
they were bound over in the Municipal Court.
An hour or two afterwards the watch was re-
turned by man who found II in the crib as
he was feeding his horse. The two persons
that were arrested we're Immediately discharg-
Cd
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FOURTH OF JULY-FoR HARPswELL.-
Please bear in mind that the Steamer Clinton
will make two trips to Harpswell to-day, leav-
ing on her first trip at 8 instead of $50. This
will give persons fine opportunity for an ex-
cursion among the beautiful islands In Casco
Bay, and also seeing the new and elegant no
tel at Harpswell.
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CoxrrNENrAL MosEY.-A five pound con-
tinental bill dated June /, 1775, was received
few days since by Mr.. Josiah F. Day, of this
city, from his son who is a surgeon in one OF
the Maine regiments, in the Department OF
the Mississippi. The bill can be seen in the
window Of Mr.. r. j. d. Larrabee, on Ex-
change street.
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Slaughter Of Negroes by the Rebels.
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Delta Kappa Epsilon.

Killed In the 4th days battle, near Spott-
sylvania, Va, June, 1894, Brother William w.
Morrell, Captain 10th Regiment Maine Imam
try, and graduate of BoHdoin College, class
of '61.
Whereas, Our Heavenly Father in the just
dispensation OF his providence has seen fit to
call from Garth dearly beloved brother, there
fore
Resolred, That, while we bow in humble
obedience to this interposition of divine WILL
we deeply mourn the loss of our Brother who
has been thus taken from US in the dawn of a
career full of promise to himself and honor to
his country.
Resotred, That We bear witness to the noble
ness OF his christian character, which bound
him to US in the purest affection, aud to the
virtue Of his patriotism which gave TO our
country one OF its truest defenders.
Resotced, That in our common affiiction We
tender our deep sympathy to the friends and
relatives of the deceased.
ReSolued, That in testimony OF regard to
our Brother, ye drspe our badges IN mourn
ing for thirty days, and that each Chapter OF
the Fraternity be requested to unite with US
In this tribute OF respect.
Resolued, That copy of these resolutions
be sent to each Chapter, and to the relatives
of the deceased.
u WI. i. 1 wAninns, Com.
j. G. FERNALD,)
Hall of ID X Il lime fith 1894
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sanitary Stores for the Army aud Nary.
The steamer Belvidere sailed this afternoon
for James River, with cargo of stores for the
army and navy, including twelve hundred
barrels of vegetables and four hundred pounds
of onions. The latter were procured by vol
untary subscriptions of our citizens.
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REV. Mr.. FOLSOM made strong appeal to
a large congregation in the Second Parish
Church, last evening in behalf OF the refugees
who are compelled to fee from their homes in
rebeldom. They congregate a, Cairo in large
numbers and in state OF utter restitution
and want. Thence they are transported TO
localities where they can find friends to assist
them or find labor to sustain themselves. A
contribution was taken up, and Rev. Mr.. Fol-
som proposes TO canvas the city.
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Arrest of a Dealer In Counterfeit Money.

arrest Of "a Dealer ia Counterfeit Money.
PHILADELPHIA, July 2.
A man who gave his name IS Sam White"
was arrested at Adams Express office tonight
while applying for batch of counterfeit notes
Of the bingham Bank, Mass 1t is supposed
that counterfeits on this bank were intended
for the 4th of July circulation in New York,
Baltimore, Washington and this city.
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The New skirt for 1864.
A New aud Crest Iayention in
Hoop Skirts /!


The Duplex Elleptic Tor doLbej Steel Spring.
Il /. d J. q. WEST, No. % Chambers Street
q. New York. are fhe owners Of tho Patent and
exclusive manu- lacturers or this !. 81. BrddgeE's
PateGf DaPler Elliptic Sfsti .Sprfaa Shirts
Steel Springs iageniousy b. aided tightly "a m
~ together edge 10 edge making the ghf ST. most
Elastic, Flexible aud Durable spring ever used en-
abing the wearer in consequence ofits great e.ast
use as easily aud with the same convenience a. q
SILK or MUSLIN DREss. IL entirely obviates aud
sil,pee tire ooy objection 20 Hoop Skirt viz: the
snnoyanc TO the well "a the public, espc-
oialiy ia crowded assemblies, Carrisg O. Railroad
Cars, Church Pews. or in any crowded place. from
the officially Of contracting them and occupying Q
small space. Ibis entirely removes the difficulty,
while giving the skirt the " us full aud symmetri-
cal form and the lighte-t stylish and graceful
appearance for TIE street. opera, promenade, or
house dress. A lady having joyel the pleasure
and comfort snd great convenience Of wearing one
OF the Dplex Elliptic Sprtrg Skirts ior single day.
VIII no. er Afterwards wi lingIy dispense with The
use Of them. They arc also equally cesTs BILE, aud
great improve en-; over other kinds Of SkirIs for
Misses aad Young Ladiss who wear short dresses,
the elasticity and sxibiity of them prevents when
coming 10 contact with any thing ding the hoop
ciose {, toe person. from pushing oas the other so
of the Hoop or dress; and ~ ain. they much
more dnraoe and not likely 10 bend or break get
out Of sh pc. The bottom rods on all the Skirts are
aso double steel fries double corsrcd 10 pre-
vent the covering from wearing on the rods when
dragging down stairs. stone steps. Ac.. sc which
they constantly subject TO when Ia use All sie
made Cf the best quality OF corded fape and every
part Of the SKIRT - Of tho very best ma.erials II
guaranteed Ia every respect to be by far fhe best
most comfortable, aud most durable Skit ever
made
For sale in all variety OF styles and sizes BY
FITZGERALD HODs DON.
JuneS dim l6d Middle St, Portland.
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Ho. FOR BUxroN.-The members of Ar
cana Lodge No. ], with their friends, will
make an excursion to Buxton Centre Grove,
on Tuesday, 9th inst, accompanied by band
OF music. They are bound to have a good
time without the aid of wine.
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BARSUM's EATING House on Temple ST..
is just the place to get good dinner to-day
His tables are spread with every luxury, and
ample attendance is at hand.
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IMPROVED SKIRT SUPPORTER
AyD CHEST ExPIyDER.

AIRS. REED invites the attention of the ladies OF
vi Portland. to her new improved skirt Sup
porter and Chest Expander. citing every form per-
feety, no cutting around the arm, the rsnal COM
plant of all other Braces. No lady would be with
out II for the support Of skirts alone amer wearing
H. IL IA Of great support TO the back u ALEC ex-
pands the chest, s;rer gihens the lungs and stomach
and win rems dy avery bad habit OF STOPPING
Also. beautiful style of Bust. indispensable In .
lady toilet Also for ladies hering with Prob p
sus Uteiior bearing down, she hae q supporter abe
can confidently recommend for this distressing CO
plant which medicine falls to reach; has no quail
u Is far superior TO tho many mechanical supporters
used In such eases fitting the form perfectly. uh
free from pads and steel. and creaes irritation:
gives comfort and eas-, with such amount Of sup
BORT you would not think Il possible to do without
Il.
Also az supporters for Hernia or Rupture.
Also, Gentlsmen's Braces with suspsnders on the
zane principle AZ ladies.
Mr.. REID will take pleasure in showing the
above 10 all who will favor her with call, at her
Rooms, No. SO Danforih St. or az ladies' residences
tfde.lrcd Orders can be ieft with Mise y. CHAD.
BOURN No. 7 Clapp's Block. or with CHARMS
CLARK No IL Market Square.
Je27dlwtheneodtoc1T
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BASE BALL.-Harrard rs Booodoin.-The
match game of Base Bah between Harvard
and Bowdoin Colleges, will be played on the
Trotting Park near Camp Berry, this P. NJ,
commencing at 3 O'Clock.
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Personal. - Lieut.. Col John Marshall
Brown arrived home Friday evening. We are
pleased to learn that he is rapidly recovering
from the effects of his wounds.
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WASHINGTON, July 8.
The Sanitary Commission yesterday dis
tributed 1900 pounds tomatoes, pickles,
onions and lemons to the men in the trenches
before Petersburg.
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THE Rooms of the Historical Society will
be open for the free admission of visitors to-
day, from 9 to IL A. NJ, and from 2 to p. NJ.
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hEAN'S Drum Corps will promptly attend TO all
l(orders for Drumming for Parades, Marches, &C.
All orders TO he left at ID. Whites store, Market
Square. s. Dean, Drum Major.
june27 +. L. HALL, Clerk.
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from this port last week, amounted in value to
s29 $50 rs.
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june2sdlw.
Notice.

II HEREBY give notice that will pay all the lie.
i gal debts of my son. the late Lieut. Col Stephen
Booihby; and all persons indebted to the same will
make payment to me at Lewiston, or to Hon. Josiah
III. Drummond at Portland.
SAMUEL B0oTHBY.
Lewiston. Me, June 8, 1854. julyldlw
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THE American Illustrated papers for this
week have been received at the book and
periodical store of A. Robinson, No. 81 Ex-
change Street.
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AUCTION SALES.

E. n. PArTRH, AUCTIoNERR. II Rxchsngs 81.
" . stock of Dry and Fancy Goods comprisins
ageueral assortment for Ladies and Gentlsmen's
wear; also Table Linen, Cottons, woolsns, with .
general assortment OF goods for family use. Also Q
stock Of Perflmery, Fancy Goods Cloaks. So, With
some hundred pieces Of Clothing. kysry artais
must be sold without reserve
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ON Peaks Island. on "Wednesday r. NJ. sum of
~ money. The owner may have what remains sf-
ter paying expenses. by applying 10
J. NJ BUCHAN,
Al II. NJ. Brackets, Peaks Island.
iuly2dSt.
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Thursday evening, in the church of the Third
Parish.
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FO1ge Coal.

hISCHAR6ING from brig George Harris cargo
~ of nice Cumberland Coal and tor sale by
JAMES II. BAKER,
June ls-d3w Richardson Wharf
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Probable cau for 500 600 More Men.

NEW YORK. July 3.
The Herald's special Washington dispatch
says the President will call for 100000 men
Immediately after the adjournment of Con-
Rress.
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Lost.

FNHE subscriber has lost a Cow-medum size,
Il plain red three wears old. Whoever will give
Information of said Cow shall be suitably rewarded
CHARLES L. JOSE.
Portland, July LIST, 1854. july2
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N Cape Elizabeth, within three miles of the city,
l. 10 or Is acres heavily wooded with pine timber
spruce and hemlock. will be sod it'll or without the
land, TO suit purchaser Fer further particulars in
quire of JAMES SMALL, on the prem SEES.
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