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The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04

There are persons in every community
who delight in traducing those whom they
cannot control, and who also delight in
building up their own regulations at the
expense OF others. Always jealous of the
success of their honest neighbours, such
persons try to conceal their own imper-
fections by traducing others. These fellows
are alike the world over, and sometimes
they are found in the newspaper business.
where they imagine they are great men.
This city is particularly unfortunate in this
respect. The last instance is that of the
Unions scurrilous attack upon Alderman
Hitler, The incompetent managing editor
OF that paper is not of enough Importance
In this community to justify Alderman
Hitler in paying any attention to his inco-
heTent, maudlin attacks. The cause of
the Unions scurvy attack is that Alderman
Hitler does not vote exactly as that paper
wishes. The intimate relations that exist
between the Union and the organ and
the similarity OF their attacks upon re-
spectacle people, would indicate that they
are both inspired by the same faculty that
Dot low, personal abuse. There is no dis
putting the fact that both work for the same
object, that of continuing the republican
party 10 power. Their forte is in traducipe
all whom they cannot scare, While their
barking is annoying, it is we'll known in
TINS community that their bite is harmless.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04
4 Good House.

Rock Islanders visiting Galva will find the
Albro House desirable place at which to
stop and can be assured of good accommo
datiOns. The hotel has been overhauled and
is being painted and papered throughout,
Mr.. Anderson the proprietor is pleasant
and courteous landlord who understands
how to make guests feel perfectly at home.
The "Albro" is we'll known to travellers
and under its present excellent manage
ment is deserving of the liberal patronage
it receives. Situated in the centre of bu-
siness. md convenient to the depots it is
just the place to stop. IF you want a good
meal, clean bed and frst-class aceommo-
dations don't fail to see Anderson when in
Galva.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04
The Township Election.

YUMA.
This township headed its ticket with one
of it's best citizens and the following is the
result:
Supervisor-Wesley Hanna.
Clerk. S. Knowles.
CoEector.-T Ward.
Highway Commissioner-F. Osborn.
School Trustee-Dr. j. Reiter.
COAL VALLEY.
Supervisor-Geo. Hillier-9l: W. J.
Ransom 81.
Clerk-B. j. Phillips-94: E. Billing
ton SO.
Assessor-Thos. Lees-94: Thos Muir
ply 81,
Collector LeeJr.-S4: j. Fl. Ran
som 81.
Com. Highways-W Killing - 70:
Hugh Martin SO: w. Geisler I.
The defeat of Mr.. Hitler is by no means
any indication of the relative strength Of
parties in Coal V alley as large number
of Mr.. Hilher's friends thought there was
no possible chance of his being defeated and
did not go to the polls at ALL If democrats
would go to the polls and vote every time
as they should, the result in this county
would soon be different. This stayin,
away for one cause and another is yha
has beaten US several times.
coRDovA.
| Following are the names of officer
elected in Cordova at the election held OF
Tuesday last. The citizens ticket made
clean sweep of everything. Good enough
| Supervisor-D Zimmerman,
Clerk-Theo. Abbott.
Assessor Marshall.
| Collector-Wm. Heauey.
Highway Com enthusiastically. P. vii
liams
1t was voted TO assess a tax of one mil
for free public library.
The election of Mr.. Zimmerman is de
serving recognition of worthy and abl
man, and very proper rebuke to the un
principled candidates opposed to him, on
I. f. Elliott showed himself so completed
devoid of principle as to resort to low, cor
temptible blackguardism, after he was de
feated. Cordova is saved the disgrace c
being represented by such man. MI
Zimmerman is vastly his superior.
DRURY.
| The followingticket was elected In Drur
on Tuesday last by majorities rangin
from II to 90:
Supervisor-L Kramer,
Clerk WIN. NJ. Gidley.
Assessor-Sias Drury.
Highway Com.-Andrew Drugg.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04

Mr.. Harper is making an effort to have
the scenery and drop curtain of the new
opera house fully up TO, and il possible to
excel the finest theatres in the west. For
this purpose he has correspouded with a
number of leading scenic artists through
out the country and, we are informed, with
Nixon q Toomey, artists of the Olympic
Theatre. St. Louis, one of the handsomest
places of amusement in the western
country. This firm is we'll known everywhere
and have done some superior work for
skill and genius at st. Louis, Chicago,
Cincinnati, Indianapolis, New York City,
Memphis, Bloomington, Ills; Springfield,
St. Joe, Mo; Keokuk, Iowa; Clinton, Iowa
Iowa City, Cillicothe. Mo; Kansas City
and at 30 other places that will remain
as long as to the theaters that contain
them. The new opera house at DUBUQUE
has been furnished by the same parties
with complete stock of scenery and q
drop curtain which is the finest in the
west 1t is not yet known, however,
whether or not Mr.. Harper has decided to
give them the contract
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04
Hollands New Directory.

We are pleased to find in our midst Mr..
John Holland and D. L. Thorp, OF the
we'll known Holland Publishing Company
of Chicago, with corps of able assistants
for the purpose of issuing a complete ana
reliable directory of Rock Island and MO-
line. This company issued its second
volume for these cities little over two
years ago, which all will admit was the
most comprehensive work of the kind ever
issued here and one that reflected credit on
Rock Island and Moline as we'll as its
publishers. In consequence of the many
changes that have taken place in the two
cities since then and the thorough change
in the names of our streets and numbers, a
new directory at this time is an absolute
necessity. Hence we are glad and no
doubt all cur citizens will be, that this
same company is engaged 10 the arduous
task of preparing another work for the two
cities. This company has been established
many years, its members having devoted
their whole time to issuing this class oi
publications and the press and public II
over fifty different cities speak OF theil
works in very complimentary terms
praise. 1t is useless, however. to dwell o.
the merits, comprehensiveness and sys
temetic arrangement Of these works as W
only have to refer to our last directory TO
| a racom mand The one thew are nov
: engaged on will be similar to the last wit
very many important and valuabl
additions and will show forth the advan
4 tages of our enterprising and fortunatel
D located cities.
t We hope aud doubt not that the pull
y fishers will receive very liberal encourage
! ment IN their undertaking as it is better /
Y patronize and sustain those whom we ha1
}. known to be competent and worthy, tina
. strangers of whom we know nothing.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04
Democratic County Convention.

The democratic county convention met
at the court house promptly at P. M. a
fair representation was present and all tho
townships represented except Coe, Drury,
Buffalo, Prairie and Port Byron.
j.. Drake, chairman of the county
committee, called the convention to order.
aud, on motion of B. D. Buford, Hon. X.
NJ. Grennell, of Cordova, was made chair
man, and DR.. G. Piper, of Moline, secre-
tary.
A motion prevailed for the appointment
by the chair of committee to select dele
gates to Springfield.
The chair named B. D. Buford, james
McBurney. and W. Fl. Lundy, who re-
ported the following names: j. S. Drake
DR.. G. Piper. W. H Lundy, J. R. John.
ston, B. D. Buford, R. M. Grennell.
On motion of B. D. Buford the chair
named the following as alternates: Samuel
Heagy, August Timm, Frank Lucas. Thos
Kerr, Andrew Donaldson, 7. S. Silvis.
J. s. Drake spoke in favor of straight
ticket, and urged that the convention pass
resolution that the sense of this conven
ton is against all coalitions.
B. D. Buford followed lin the SAM
strain and wanted the delegates instructed
to that effect, and made a motion tina
they be so instructed.
T. Lucas moved to amend that the dele
gates be uninstructed, but that it be declar
ed the sense of the convention that
straight ticket is for the best interests o
the party, and no coalition should unde
any circumstances be formed. Tn
amended resolution passed unanimously.
There being no further business tn
convention adjourned.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04

Phil Savage, barber from Moline, who
has been on bender for day or two be-
came so helplessly drunk yesterday that
he was taken to the Jail on dray to sober
up. This morning he was brought before
Magistrate Chopper and fined So and costs
He had no money and was released or
promise to pay Saturday. He claims tc
have lost gold ring and some other
valuable things at the Jail.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04

seplorably close so many honest people :
aSyaneement in religious respects, ana
when we can all, free and not compelled,
and as enlightened beings require. worship
the Almighty without mud fiinging IRON
the lieht-shunning camp, and work for the
0ooa trne and beautiful in this life.
soo' : Respectfully
purupsor. HANNA PETERSON,
). a. 81 T"srenr CAROLINA ELNsTEDT,
1oh n nr1soN MATILDA ANDERSON,
a NJ. CapTsoN L. j. CARLSON,
N w. az EMMA G. JANsoN,
a. a M1cxs,rpoM. CHRISTINA WIoKsTRoM,
a d a. Ma 800 CHRISTINA HoGLUND,
Hn1cr II ,sJMspK CHRISTINA LUNDIN,
Tn.s RIIITNaToN. JOHN JACOBSON,
Nh RpNGTsoN L. N. PETERSON,
49, MIS- SWANSON.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04

THINK OF IT, that Cough or Cold
neglected, may lead to serious conse-
quences: in the early stage of Throat
and Lung diseases, Madame Porter S
Cough Balsdm is an invaluable remedy,
can be taken by the Oldest or youngest
child. Is safe. reliable, and agreeable
to the taste. Price 25 cents, and in
large bottles at so and rs cents.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04
Personal.

The register at the Commercial shows
a good list of arrivals to day, among the
number are the following;
Samuel Harris, Andalusia, ILL.,; j. w
Wilmington, New Bedford, Ills. Franz
Smith, VIM. Myers, Chicago, H.; VIM
Wait, Reynolds, ILL.,: Mrs. VANDERBILT
r: NJ. Cornell, Cordova His; w. B.
Webster, Hampton; John P Campbell
and wife, Montreal G. E.; VIM. Crawford
aud wife, Edgington Ill; Robert Gist
Princeton ILL.,;
Among the Harper House arrivals are
the following:
W. e. Bogger, Ed. N. WEIGH, Chicago
Geo. Il. Raum, wine merchant, San Frau
cisco; j. +. Wynkoop, Cordova.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04
Not at all Surprise ed.

When we consider the little attention
that is paid to the laws of health, we are
not surprised at the Indifference mani
tested by many persons in relation to the
purity of daily food. If all articles were
as pure and good as DooLEY's YEAST
POWDER, this Indifference might answer;
their perfect wholesomeness would insure
US agaiuts all evil consequences.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04
WorRingmen.

Before you begin your heavy spring
work, after a winter of relaxation, your
system needs cleansing and Strengthening
to prevent an attack of Ague, Bilious or
Spring Fever, or some other Spring sick
ness that will unfit you for seasons work.
You will save time, much sickness and
great expense if you will use one bottle of
Hop Bitters 10 your family this month.
Don't wait, See other column.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04

Frank Miller's Harness Oil and Backing
is pronounced by the trade generally to be
the best manufactured. The grade of
these goods is always standard and their
reputation unsurpassed anywhere. The
firm is one of the Oldest in the country and
has the largest trade in its line in the
country. dWtt
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04

And now it is announced that the
Moline and Gilbert ferry has commenced
making regular trips.
The Communists are at discount in
Switzerland: their candidates at recent
election wore defeated by large maiorities,
MIR. Lew Horne and Walter Garland
will positively appear at Houston x
Brooks concert at Negus Hall on FRIDAY
evening.
Isn't it about time that Alex Owens
who has again suffered defeat at the polls
in Milan, discovered that be is not we'll
calculated for an ofice.holder?
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04

Illustrated Marriage Guide, zCo pages, cloth
ana gilt binding, 80 cents; same in paper
covers, Is cts. Manhood, 10 cents; Woman.
hood, 10 cents; Pamphlet, cents-securely
sealed, by mail. Send money or postage
stamps. DR.. WHITTIER, the grea. specialist,
GIT st. Charles street, st. Louis, Mo.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04

VETERAN TEETH, 1t is pleasant to see
in the mouths of the aged. teeth that have
withstood the ravages of time.
All teeth may be preserved perfect and
serviceable, pure in color, and underanged
in position during a whole lifetime, by
the regular use of Sozodont
Everlasting attachments are made with
Spalding's Glue,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04
Womans Relief Society j.

A special meeting is called for this So
ciety to meet on Saturday afternoon from
2 till o'clock at the Harper House par
lors. This being the end of the month
the visitors are requested to be prssen
with their monthly reports. Other bust
ness of importance will be attended to.
4d2t By the order of the Pres.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04

Sufferers from Catarrh are recon-
mended to use Jackson's Catarrh snuff
and Troche Powder, an invaluable
specific for Catarrh and the best voice
remedy in the country. Sold by all
druggists. See ad. in this paper. tt
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04
A Card.

The Woman Relief Society hereby ten
der their thanks to the Trinity Episcopal
Choir for the receipt of $26. the proceeds
of Song Service for the benefit of the
moor
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04

Lodille's Headache Specific is no quack
nostrum but on the contrary chemical
compound that cures headache in S to 20
minutes
Durang's Rheumatic Remedy never fails
to cure rheumatism. Sold by all drug
gists in Rock Island and Moline.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04
Your Taxes are Due.

Charles E. Hawley, collector of Rock
Island township, has opened an Office in
the First National Bank. The state,
county aud city taxes for 1877 are now
due, and he asks all to come and pay.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04

A pretty picture is healthy looking
and we'll cared for Baby, By the use OF
DR.. Bulls Baby Syrup you cen keep the
health of your Baby in splendid condition.
25 cents a bottle,
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04
The weatner--To-Day.

The following shows the temperature
at THE ARGUS OFFICE to-day as in
dicated bv thermometer:
A. NJ. 44s above zero 1aP.x 5ss above zero
81 - NJ. 81 . IS ~
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04

Churchman'S baking powder is the
cheapest and best in the market. Is not
affected by the atmosphere. Retains its
leavening power for hours after mixing
Guaranteed strictly pure. Every grocer
sells it: take no other. l2l5d6m
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04
ANNOUNCEMENTS.

DR.. Sabine's Indian Vegetable Cough
Syrup" is the infallible remedy for coughs.
colds, hoarseness, and all diseases of the
bronchial organs. Try a bottle. For
sale by druggists generally. Gladly.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04

When looking for presses be sure to send
for prices to j. Cook Il Co., West Meriden,
Conn. Every press warranted; prices
from 500 upwards. Unequalled for dura
bility and cheapness.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04

The celebrated Peoria show cases;
cheaper than any other in the market
Quality guaranteed. Workmanship un-
surpassed. Rob't G. Lutke, manufacturer,
Peoria, Ills, Field Bros. agents, Rock
Island, Ills. 5-IOdly
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04

LosT.-A Ladies gold breast-pin was
lost on 7th avenue, between 18th and 22nd
street. A liberal reward will be paid by
leaving the same at this Office.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04
BILIOUS DIFFICULTIES.

DIR. PIERCE's INDIAN RESTORATIVE BIT.
TIERS.
DIR. G. W. Skinner, member of the
American Association for the Advance.
ment OF Science, writing from Little Falls
n T., said; Il freely use 1t in preference
to any Of the ordinary articles. such as OIL
SIENNA, Salts. etc, for the most delicate an
fa'sts, the robust, and those enfeebEed bu
age. 1t as Specific for all Bilious Dis
orders, Agues, Colics, Headaches, Cos.
aUeneSS, ETC..
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04

We, the undersigned. will hereby inform
the ecclesiastical council concerned of our
decision to Withdraw from this congrega-
ton. We take this step after due rehec
ton and consideration, and we ought to
point out some of the causes which compel
US to do SO,
Without overlooking the abundance of
crookedness and announcement OF the
synod, OF which the Swedish Lutheran
church of Moline is identified, and fully
convinced of the useless transactions which
occupy the time and thoughts of the lead.
ers OF the said congregation, not giving
any regard to the requirements of the
times concerning liberty in thought and
belief. Still we should not have taken
this step if we had not, as memb ers of
different benevolent and charitable socie-
ties been by the paper. iShibboleth Ian
anti secret society paper, edited formerly
by our spiritual leader, compared
with thieves, murderers, and
otherwise dangerous characters to the
community, This infamous outbreak
OF ignorant wrath and vulgarity. naturally
reflects on the authors themselves, as it
dlsturbs not; but the regard for ourselves
tuC odtu DOClOttCS Vi WulCu Wb nave
the honor of being members. forbids us to
remain in congregation whose spiritual
ADVISER eGI endorses such principles as the
Sh'bboleth expresses. But yet there are
religious societies, thank God, where hon.
orable people need not be exposed to the
preachers disagreeable criticism and be
branded as scoundrels because they do
their duty, and according to the best of
their knowledge. serve their God and assist
their fellow men. And we intend not to
submit TO the MISUSE of power so char
acteristic of the middle ages, and which
recently has commenced to spread itself
within the circle of 'motherly protection of
the Augustana Synod.
When in this manner we bid farewell to
the congregation. we dare express the
cheerful hope that the time is not far dis :
tant when the progress of civilization shall
shatter the distractions which now so
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04
Beware of Tramps ana Humbues.

All sewing machines repaired and war
ranted at H.sHakes & Co.. I'LL I'd av.
They employ the only practical sewing ma
chine a6juster in the three cities. DIV
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04

One of the easiest things to catch. and
at the same time one of the most difficult
to get rid of, is a Cough or Cold. DR.,
Bulls Cough Syrup, however, always
proves equal to the emergency.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04

Printing and binding executed neat
quick aud cheap at THE ARGUS OFFCE.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04

For SALE.-Two carom billiard tables,
Brunswick make; In 6rst.class order. Will
be sold cheap. Apply at this Office.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04
Railways Ready Relief
FEVER & AGUE

Fever and Ague cured for fifty cents There is
not remedial agent in The world that will cure
fever and ague, and all other maarious, bilious
scarlet, typhoid, yellow and other fevers (aded by
htaSdways fills)so quick as Railways Ready Relief
Fifty cents per bottle.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04
MOLINE.
.naus zEApouARrERs -MorrNE,

RICHARDS b soHRBrcK's Drug and Book Store
can be left for the ARGUS, and where all Moline
business is transacted by 0. J. Beardslee. Bust
ness notices should be handed in by noon TO en-
sure publication the same day.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04
Anooter Letter from Mrs. c. Rrapf.

AUGUST IS, 1875.
DE-. RADwAV-Kiud Sir: 1 take the liberty TO ad-
dress you again. Ny health is greatly improved
by the use OF your medicines. Three of the tumors
are entirely gone, and the fourth is nearly So
Oropsy is gone, health still improving, and my
weight decreasing evry fast. have had a great
many calls this summer to inquire OF the wonder
full cure your medicine has done for me, one from
OHIO, one from Canada, three from jackson, and
quite q number from this place Yours with re-
spect, MRS. g. KNAPP.
We are well acquainted with Mrs. Krapf. She is
an estimable lady, and very benevolent. She has
been the means of selling many bottles of the Re-
solvent by the druggists of Ann Arbor to persons
afflicted with internal Lumors. We have heard Of
some wonderful cures effected by it. Yours re-
specially, EBERBACH & co.
Ann Arbor. Mich, Aug. IS, 1875.
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04
DIR. Radway's
REGULATING PILLS

gum, purge, regulate, purify, cleanse. and strength
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the Stomach, Liver, Bowels, Kidneys Riadder
Nervous Diseases, Headache, Constipation, Costiye
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Eeyer, Inflammation of the Bowels Piles and ali
arrangements OF the Internal Vlscera. Warranted
70 ehect positive cure. Purely VepetabIe con-
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- observe the following symptoms resulting
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Constipation, Inward Piles, Fullness Of tho p1oos
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Heartburn, Disgust of Food, Fuilness Of WeiS,,
in the stomach Sour Eruprons, Sinking or FIntter
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Head Hurried and Difficult Breathing Fiutterin me
NJ the Heart Choking or Suffocating Scenarios
when in Lying Posture, Dimness of Vision. Dots
or Webs before the Sight, Fever and Dull Pain in
the Head, Deficiency Of Perspiration Yellownass Of
tue skin and Eyes, Pain in the Side, Chest Limbs
ana sudden Flnshes OF Heat Burning In the Flesh
~ lew doses of RAILWAYS PILLS will free the
81 seetn from all the above named disorders. Price
'en's per box, Sold by druggists.
Read FALSE AND TRUE"
warren J sI lstterstamp to RADwAY.E CO., No 3
SndA wiz be sent You, O'1Au worm 'nou'
The Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1877-1885, 1878-04-04
PRICE, 81 PER BOTTLE.
AN IMPORTANT LETTER.

ANN ARBoR, Mich, April 80 1875.
DIR. RADwAY-Kind Sir: [ have been taking your
Resolyent, Regulating Pills, and also using the
Ready Relief about one year for ovarian tumors on
the abdomen which The mos 35minent physicians OF
our Medical ColleI pronounced incurable.
They were like K lots on tree. When was cit
ting In a chair they hung almost to the floor, and
my weight was 275 pounds when commenced with
your remedies, and now it is 80 pounds, but they
not all gone yet. have taken twenty-four bot
ties of Resovent, nine OF Relief, and twenty-four
boxes of Pills get the medicine from G. Gren-
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