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The age-herald., 1901-05-18
Murphy 6 Co., Cotton Letter.

In the cotton market this morning ev- crything centered on rain reports, and es- pecially those from the Southwest, to which they were mainly confined. Abi- lene had 21s inches, and there was more or less rain at Paris, Seguine, Curoe, Texas, also at Memphis, Little Rock, Ft Smith, and Oklahoma; all of these had a depressing effect on the market, and broke prices to 1 points. New Orleans was quite active in trying to create bear sentiment, claiming that the drought was all over, and that splendid results would follow, even before the full extent of rain was reported. It was quite natural that prices should have eased off on this news, and 1t was surprising that the loss was not more serious. Despite the rains cot ton is cheap.
 Mills are to a great extent playing bluff carrying very little stock, and the world must have cotton later on, regardless of extent of the crop. In fact, the conserva- tive element are leaning to the bull side, believing dull spell has been unduly ex- tended and look for a bull campaign in the course of time. Liverpool also made a better showing than was feared on good rain advices, the effect there being a decline of only l point. Estimated re- ceiptS 70O0 against 60O0 last wear
The age-herald., 1901-05-18
Cotton Letter,

A. Brittin's Cotton Letter to H. D. Goth
 ran & Co.
 New Orleans, May 17-Before the cot ton market apened 1t was known that generous rains had fallen over night throughout North and Central Texas and in those sections the drought effectually broken. It was also indicated that rain was close at hand in Louisiana and Mis- sissippi, where greatly needed. Under these influences on the early call prices were seven points below yesterday nd still further receded two or three points before the low mark of the day was reached. Secretary Hester's visible sup ply figures was a stimulating factor which lifted prices a few points, but the selling pressure rather predominata ad sellers being encouraged by the improved crop reports. Market finally closed with six points down today Liverpool was unchanged on spots and left off with a loss of one to one and half 64th on de- liveries.
 The weekly movement of amount into sight, 77000 bales, was rather heavier than expected, but the gain in this re- spect was quite offset In its bearish ;n- fluence by the heavy decrease ln ihe worlds visible supply As below we give exhibit of such comparisons for the three seasons: American, decrease, l17,9i3: in 1900, decrease, 11S,6 ,620; in 1899 decrease S0.- 056. Other kinds decrease 20,00n; in 1900, decrease 5000; in 1899, decrease, 13OOO. All kinds, decrease, 97,943; in 19GO, decrease, 1z1 ,620; In 1899, decrease, 93,056.
 This statement was regarded as favora- be to the buying side and after the read ing the pressure to sell was decidedly less pronounced. Reports of boil we=vil doing damage in Texas somewhat neutralized the force of rains had in that state.
 Opinions as to future values are very conflicting. but We continue to expect frequent changes on the varying weather conditions and think favorable of the buying side whsn advantage is taken to buy on easy markets.
 New York Cotton Futures.
The age-herald., 1901-05-18
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS.

The undersigned will on Friday and Saturday, May 17 and IS, sublet at their rooms at the Maxvill House. Nashville. Tennessee about thirty (30) miles of the Lebonan and Nashville Extension of the Tennessee Central Railway, including grading, trestling masonry, etc., to good contractors with outfits. Profiles, trestle plan and other information can be seen at our rooms in the Maxvill House, Nash vile, Tenn, on and after Wednesday, May 15, 1901. where we will be glad to give all information necessary. Profiles can also be seen at the Chief Engineers Office of the Tennessee Central Railway Company, in the Homestead Building, Nashville, Tenn. The entire work can be driven over, and carefully investigated in one days time.
 CALLAHAN CONSTRUCTION COM
 PANY. 5-15-14t
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will not only save you distressing pam and valuable time, but will cost you iess money. There Is also a satisfaction in knowing that the very best possible treat nent is being given to you by oomps. tent physician, who has experience III such matters, and Is capable of curlhs you in the quickest and most perfect manner possible. I have treated prlVates diseases as a speciality for the past III, teen years in the city Of Birmingham, ana I am therefore known to a great many. But if you are not acquainted with me I refer you with permission to First Ma tional Bank, Alabama National Bank, Jefferson County Savings Bank ana Steiner Bros, Bankers, as to my respon- sibility for my contracts. l cure many patients by mail treatment. Write Tor prices and terms. Address Dr. Y. D. Hoi- loway. 1S011s Second avenue, Birmingham Ala
 Office. Second avenue and Eighteenth opposite postoffice
 Office Hours-s:s0 a. m. to 5:so p. m. Sundays. 10 a. m. to 12 m.
The age-herald., 1901-05-18
Comparative Statement.

New York, May 17.-Following Is the comparative cotton statement for the week ending Friday. May 1T:
 Net receipts at all United States ports during week 36,742; net receipts at all United States ports during same week last year 46,654 Total receipts to this date 6,933, ,652: total receipts to same date last year 6,269 52S. Exports for the week 9S.- 9O5: exports for same week last year 63,- 497, Total exports to this date 5,676 0O6; total exports to same date last year 5,264,- ASA. Stocks at all United States ports 49e,- 3S3; stocks at all United States ports same time last year 3O6s30. Stock at all interior towns 426,O ,Oe4; stock at all interior towns same time last year 175,16, Stock at Liverpool 735,0O0; stock at Liverpool same time last year 625,000. Stock of American afloat for Great Britain 156OOO; stock of American afloat for Great Brit ain same time last year 40,0O0.
The age-herald., 1901-05-18
LlverpooI cotton Marked.

Liverpool. May 17.ACotton in limited de- mand; prices unchanged; American mid ding 11-32d the sales of the day were 5000 bales, of which 300 were for specu- lation and export, and included 4S00 American Receipts 5000 bales; no Amer ican; Futures opened and closed quiet: American middling, l. m. C.: May 4.12d buyers. May-Jnne 412d buyers; June July 4.1204 13d sellers: July-August 4.13d sellers; August September 4.09d sellers; September 4.0ed sellers: October 3.60Gs .8ld value; October November S.5SQ3. .59d buy CTS; November-December 3.57qS. esd sell CTS.
The age-herald., 1901-05-18
CONFEDERATE VETERANS Reunion, Memphis, Tenn, May 28-3o,
 1901.

The Plant System will sell round trip tickets at rates one cent per mile distance travelled. Tickets on sale May 25 26 and 27, with return limit June 4. 1901.
 By depositing tickets with joint agent at Memphis. upon payment 50 cents ex- tension of final limit to June 19. will be accorded.
 Perfect passenger service. See ticket agents. B. w. Wrenn. Passenger Traffic Manager, Savannah. Ga. 4-27-tf
The age-herald., 1901-05-18

tinues quiet here for all descriptions of cotton goods, and without quotable change in price. Print cloths inactive. Fall River manufacturers held a meet ing today without decisive results. Prints easy ginghams steady; linens inactive, but firm. =
The age-herald., 1901-05-18
Money on Call.

New York, May 17.-Money on call firm at 31sG51a per cent; last loan, per cent; ruling rate, AZ per cent. Prime mercan- tile paper, 49411 per cent. Sterling ex- change firm with actual business in bank CTS bill at s4ss for demand and at s4.S4Q 4S5 for sixty days Posted rates, &. S5ia and s49S. Commercial bills, $4. .S3AG4. s4A.
 Silver certificates 6Oc; bar silver. 59%c; Mexican dollars, 4Si1c.
 Government bonds weak; state bonds weak; railroad bonds firm
The age-herald., 1901-05-18
SPECIAL RATES
Via. Alabama Great Southern Railroad Pan-American Exposition, Buffa.
 To, N. Y., May to Nov. 1, 'o1.

For this occasion very low rates have been authorized. Round-trip rate Bir- mingham to Buffalo s31 40, tickets to be sold daily April 30 to September 30, in- elusive; limited November 8, 1901.
 Rate of $26.10 will also apply Birming- ham to Buffalo and return, tickets to be sold Mondays during the month of May, 1. e., May 6. 13, %, A; also for trains leaving Birmingham Tuesday mornings, May [. IA, 2, 2S. Final limit of tickets sold at this rate so regulated that pas- sengers must leave Buffalo prior to mid night of Saturday following date of sale. National Meeting Grand Lodge B. P. O. B., Milwaukee, Wis, July 23-25 1901.- Rate of one fare, plus s2. has been an- nounced for this occasion. tickets to be sold July 20. 2l. 22. with final limit July 2, 1901, inclusive.
 Round-trip rate Birmingham to Mil waukee $A. 80.
 Southern Baptist Convention, New Or leans, La.-Account above named occa- sion the A. G. s. R. R. will sell round- trip tickets to New Orleans at rate of one fare. Tickets on sale May ', 8, g, with final limit May 20. By depositins ticket with joint agent on or before May 1e, and on payment of fee of 50 cents. an extension of final limit will be permitted to June 5.
 Account National Educational Associa- ton Meeting, Detroit. Mich. July 7-12. the A. G. S. R. R. will sell round-trip tickets at rate of one far for the round triy, plus s2, tickets to be sold July 5, 6, '. limited to July Is. By depositing ticket with joint agent on or before July 12. and on payment of fee of 50 cents, an exten- sion will be permitted to. September 1, 1901
 National Convention Epworth League, San Francisco, Cal, July 1s-n, 1s0l.-For this occasion very low rates have been authorized. Tickets on sale July to 12. inclusive, limited to August S1. Round trip rate from Birmingham s51.75. For particulars and information relative to stop-overs and diverse routes. call at Passenger Office. No. 2O19 First avenue.
 J. c. LUSK,
 Travelling Passenger Agent,
 4-29-tf Birmingham. Ala.
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Mrs. wInsIow's Soothing Syrup.

the best remedy for DIARRHOEA. Sold by druggists in every part of the world Be sure and ask for 'Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup" and take no other kind. Has been used for over FIFTY YEARS by MILLIONS of MOTHERS for their PERFECT SLUGGISH It BOOTHS the CHILD, SOFTENE the GUMS, ALLAYS al. FAIN. CURES WIND COLIC, and .s wwenty-five cents 8 bottle.
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"TickIed To Death" Two-step.

For a copy of the famous three coon, rag-time,' two-step entitled '"rickled to Death,' send 10 cents in postage or cur rency to B. W. Wrenn. Passenger Traffic Manager, Plant System of Railways, Sa- vannah, Ga. 4-27-tf
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OR. Y. E. HOLLOWAY
 Physician and Surgeon.

Three-fourths of the persons who come to me to get cured of Syphilis
 Gonorrhoea, Gleet, Structure, l. 0 8 [ Manhood and other private diseases have tried to get well by using oth- CT means. Why hot come as soon as you find that you are affllcted7 It
The age-herald., 1901-05-18

Call for Alabama Brewing Company's "Extra Pale" and "Standard" Beers. On tap or in bottles. Phone 1928.
The age-herald., 1901-05-18
Financial

New York; May 1.-The Commercial Advertisers London financial cablegram says:
 Today's session of the Stock Exchange was without incident with business too light even to test the tone of the market. The present account Is expected to be the smallest on record, tomorrow being holiday the centenary of the exchange, and after that comes Whittsuntide. One failure for f20,000 was announced. Ameri- can shares were quiet. but firm. What little business there was a smart buying was apparent. The rate for call money was 3a4 bills were 4 on continental com petition. Monday will try the market; f6, 900 900 falling due to the bank then.
The age-herald., 1901-05-18
New Orleans Cotton Market.

New Orleans. May 1.-The market for spot cotton ruled quiet today with dis tinctly heavier undertone. There had been no definite decline in prices, but unquestionably there Is less disposition to trade being shown by the purchasing ele- ment Continued heavy receipts at ports and interior towns are furnishing tangi- ble evidence of the weight of the crop of 19O0-01, while the considerable rainfalls of the past few days in various portions of the belt where most needed are offering encouragement to those who lean to the big crop idea for the approaching season Quotations unchangedfh sales, 800 bales, cluding 15o to arrive.
 Apart from July, August and October cottons, there was very little trading to- day in the market for contracts. Those months were moderately active imme- diately after the first call, but interest in that quarter even dribbled out as the day progressed and the market became measurably dull. At the closing May was 7.60q7 .51; June 7.41@7. 7.43; July. 7.S7@7 .3S, a loss of seven points each, and the other months were six to eight points lower than at the close last evening.
 New Orleans, May 17.-Cotton quiet; sales S50;. ordinary 5A; good ordinary 615-16; low middling 6s4; middling 7%; good middling 8 1-16: middling fair 8 5-16; receipts 3260; stock 174.56. 6
 Consolidated statement: Receipts, net, 5s.742; exports to Great Britain 45,647; to France S2S7; to the continent 45,001; stock 496, ,3S8.
 New Orleans. May 17.-Cotton futures quiet and steady; May 7.5O637.5 .51; June 7.416D7. .43; July 7.37GD7 .3S; August 7.1s@7 .19; September 6.9596.9 97; October 6.S5@6.S6; November 6.s106.s3; December 6.S1@e.S2
The age-herald., 1901-05-18
John M. Caldwell. George B. Ward.
CALDWELL & WARD
Chicago Change.

Chicago. May H.-Excepting a cent drop in May corn the grain markets today were steady, though quiet. July wheat closed ss higher; July corn shade lower and July oats 1s down. Provisions closed steady.
 The leading futures ranged as follows:
The age-herald., 1901-05-18

Have your cuts for advertising and other purposes made by Tn, Age-Her. aid Engraving Company. It's work Is artistic and It's prices moderate. Age. Herald Building.
The age-herald., 1901-05-18

Only a limited number of maps left. Subscribers should avail themselves of this opportunity to secure a house
 hold, office and school room necessity.
The age-herald., 1901-05-18
Treasury Statement.

Washington, May 17.-Today's treasury balance, exclusive of the reserve fund, shows: Available cash balance, $158, ,747,- 731; gold. $96. .5s7 .507.
The age-herald., 1901-05-18
LIVERPOOL UPSET
 COTTON MARKET The Decline There Was FOrCi- ply Felt Here Today CROP ADVICES CHEERFUL July Led the Upllft, But Dealing Was Most of Professional and
 EvenIng-up
 Sort.

New York, May 17.-The pronounced decline in Liverpool was a disappoint- ment to cotton bulls today. Shorts last night had rushed to cover in anticipation of July manipulation today, but Liver pool refused to respond and even turned weak after our opening. On this news the start here was steady, with prices down 3@6 points and soon increased to a mat ter of to Il points under liquidation, bear pressure and foreign selling, all of which was based upon wet weather re- ports from the southwest. Moreover, crop advices took more cheerful turn and though late the prospects for the new crop were said to be very favorable. Re- ceipts were hardly up to expectations, but this factor had been pretty thoroughly Southern markets was hanging fire, and Northern mills were once more faced with the necessity of continued curtailment of production. Toward midday efforts were made to hold the market steady, and in the early afternoon considerable energy was brought to bear in the hope of closing the market firm. Smaller shorts were disconcerted by this show of confidence, and some more turned for safer ground. July led the uplft, but at the most speculation was of professional character, and for the most part in the way of evening up for the week. The market closed quiet, with prices net to Il points lower.
 New York, May 17.-Cotton quiet mid ding 8 1-16 net receipts 866, gross receipts 226S; stock 125, ,230; Great Britain 2530; con- tinent 23S1: France 106.
 Total today-Net receits S6S6; exorts to Great Britain 94S2; France 1o6; continent 3163; stock 496.303.
 Consolidated-Net receipts 56,742; .ex- ports to Great Britain 5,647; France B. 257; continent 45,001.
 Total since September Met receipts 6933,652; exports to Great Britain 2,762, ,591 i; France 6s0,559; continent 2,252,755.
The age-herald., 1901-05-18
,s. open.l High. Low. Close
The cash quotations were as follews: Flour-Quiet.

The cash quotat1ons were as foIIews: Flour-Quiet.
 Wheat-No. 2 spring. 721aQ74; No. 8 spring, 691sQ71; No. 2 red, 72d72%. Corn-No. 2, 501aQ51; No. 2 yellow, 501s0 51.
 Dats-No. 2, 2sa4Q3OA; white, SO14@31, No. 2 white, 2S%G3o.
 Rye-No. 2. 52 Barley-Good feeding, 4Sd52.
 Malting-Fair to choice, 53656. Flax Seed-No. 1, IS; Northwestern, 1.73. Timothy Seed Prime, $3@$3.55. Mess Por-Per barrel. $14. .700s14.75. Lard-Per 100 pounds, s7.971s61sS.00. Short Ribs Sides Qoose-s7. .900sS.10. Dry Salted Shoulders (boxed)-63d67. Short Clear Sides (boxed)-sS. 121s4$S.25. On the produce exchange today the but ter was firm; creamery. 14@1sa; dairy. Il @17; cheese, dull, @101s; eggs, easy, nA.
The age-herald., 1901-05-18
Bonds.
The Coffee Market.

!. New York. May 1.-The coffee market opened steady. 5 to 10 points higher on light room and German buying, started by smaller Rio receipts than expected, some Improvement in the spot demand, and better ruling of European markets than expected. Sales were made by room bears. and tired longs For the rest of the session the market changed but lit tie. and closed steady with prices net to 10 points higher. Total sales 95oO. June b.35; July 5.50; August. 5.60; September b:6ods.6 .65; October 5.65; December 5.S5; March 6.05
The age-herald., 1901-05-18

Drink Alabama Brewing Co.'S "Malt Extract" re- nowned for it's health pro- ducing qualities. Telephone 1928.
The age-herald., 1901-05-18
Daily Statement.

Galveston-Firm; middling 11-16; sales 157: receipts 1886; stock S6,961
 Mobile-Quiet; middling 79-16; sales 50; receipts s95; stock 97S9.
 Savannah-Easier middling 715; sales 26O; receipts 822; stock 4S,932.
 Charleston-Qui middling 711; receipts 1O7; stock 6322.
 Wilmington-F1rm; middling "A; re- ceipts S. stock 7417.
 Norfolk-Dull; middling 7ts; sales 192; receipts 492; stock 17,674.
 Baltimore-Nominal: middling 8; re- ceipts 1S19; stock 5540.
 Boston-Quiet; middling s1-16; receipts 12: gross 312.
 Philadelphia--Dull; middling S5-1e; re- ceipts 94; stock 355S.
 St. Louis-Dull: middling 711-16; sales s6O; receipts 1O57: stock 74,N4.
 Memphis-Unchanged middling 79-16; receipts 703; shipments 1903; sales 1000; stock 91.717.
The age-herald., 1901-05-18
Birmingham City Bonds.
Fruit ano Produce.

Butter-Ciover hill, pound prints, Nc; Elefn (standard), 2ac; best creamery 25c; Mississippi best grade, 2oc; good country. 14@16c; mixed country. loo
 Irish Potatoes-Per bushel, 65c. Sweet Potatoee-White. $1.50 per barrel; yams. s2.@ per barrel.
 Apples-Per barrel, $.50d4. .75.
 Bananas, Per Bnnch-cnils, 50075 cent; straights, $.5@1.50. Lemons-Per box, $3 25N350.
 Oranges-Per box. $2. 7593.2 25.
 Eggs-Per dozen, 121hc.
 Poultry = Best friers, 25@35c; medium, isc: hens. 2A@soo; Pekin ducks. so1s5c: puddle ducks. 20G2so. turkeys on foot, SO Sc: drawn head and feet of. i21ac. Onions, at SIC.
 Cabbage-Per pound, 2c; per crate. s25o. Lima Beans-Per pound, 7Q752c. White Peas-Per bushel. s275.
 Dried Appies-Per pound, 41s06xc.
 Local Staple 0rocerIes- Fiour-Best patent. s4.75; Hugley's best. 4e5; Tennessee patent. $40; half patent. ssS5.
 sugar-Granulated, 5%c; Y. C., 6xc. Coffee-Green 10@13c, Arbuckle's pack ages, s11. 80; Lion packages. $11.S Cheese-New York full cream, 1s1kc. Lard, Sc basis.
 Meats-Clear rib sides, s7Sc; bacon bel- lies, 101hc; dry salted bellies. 9asc; best hams, 12c: four x hams. 11c: California hams, SEC; breakfast bacon. 1sc. Moiasses-C Centrifugal. i5035c: sugar. house, 2O@35c; Georgia cane, 36c
 Rice-Per pound. 41hc; fancy, To. Corn-Mixed, 62c; white 63c.
 Meal = Jim Dandy. n.O7A; Joe Darter. q. .031A.
 Hay Per Ton-Choice timothy, 5000; No. l. s1s.0o: clover mixed. s1s5o; prairie. yl1 .50.
 Oats-Mixed, 40c: white, 41c.
 Bran--Mixed .00. pure wheat sz1.00. Cotton Seed Meal-Per ton. s22.0o.
The age-herald., 1901-05-18
Total Net Receipts.

New York, May 17.-The following are the total net receipts of cotton at all ports since September 1. 1900: Galveston 1.957, ,920; New Orleans 2270,Se5; Mobile 12S,- 676; Savannah 1,024.490; Charleston 7690; Wilmington 256, 26S; Norfolk 379,593; Balti- more 61, ,3S1; New York 162,613 Boston 189,- 152; Newport News 19,390 Philadelphia 2S,170; Brunswick SS731; Port Arthur 20.- 654; Pensacola 132,S12; total 6,933, ,652 halea
The age-herald., 1901-05-18
Southern Railway Co. The Great Highway of Travel North,
 East, South and Meet.
 Schedule in effect January 1s, 1901.
EASTBOUND

No. SS. Washington and Southwestern Limited" solid vestibuled train. Atlanta to Washington; Pullman sleeping car, Birmingham to New York; also Pullman library observation car, Atlanta to New York Dining car east of Atlanta.
 No. y6. "U. s. Fast Mail" carries Pull man sleeping cars Birmingham to Rfch- mond, Va. via Atlanta; also sleeper At lanta to New York.
 Dining car east of Atlanta.
The age-herald., 1901-05-18
C0TTON, STOCKS AND GRAIN.

All purchases and sales are made direct on the exchange for which the order is given.
 w Lee & Co.,, Purnell. Hagaman & Co. New York; Fairchild & Hobson. New Or. ieans: Ware & Leland. Chicago. Reference-First National Bank of Birmingham. First National Bank of Rome. Ga i. TELEPHONE NO. 11zH.
 Special attention given to orders over telephone and orders sent from out of the city.
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pry ooods Market.

New York, May 7.-The market con
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N. D. C0THRAN & co.

Members of Chicago Board of Trade ana New Orleans Cotton Exchange. Roors 1 and Alabama National Bank
 Building. Private leased wires to New York. New orleans and Chicago.
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Live Stock Markets.

Cincinnati, May 17.-Hogs strong, 415@ 4.35 Cattle higher 2.5oa35o Sheep quiet .5O6D3. .15 Lambs steady 35Gq5.15.
The age-herald., 1901-05-18
THE LOCAL MARKETS

Local Stocks and Bonds. Corrected. Daily by Caldwell & Ward, Bankers, 2015 First Ave. Tele-
 phone 753 (See Card)
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Ala. Great Southern R. R

Shortest and quickest line to Cincinnati, Louisville and the North; also to Shreve- port, New Orleans. Texas and all points Southwest.
 Schedule in effect December 9, 1900
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I 'No. 1, Fast Mail. Cin..I S:25 am s:sS am sNo. 3. Fast Mail, Gin. 3:45 pml 4:O5 pm No. to Montgomery. 5:25 am
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'No. 2, Fast Mall, N. 0. II: 5 sNo. {, Fast Mail, MO-. 9:i No. 8, Decatur Accom-. l10:0 NO. 1l M't'g'ry Accom.l 7:3
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Arrive. Depart. I11:59 aml12:1s pm l 9:17 pml s:20 pm l10:W aml 2:30 pm
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