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Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-07-05
NOTICE

The Pine River Telephone associa-
ton will receive sealed bids for tend
ing the switchboard at Forest Hill
the coming year. The hours of serv-
ice are from q "a. m. to 9 p. m, local
time, every day including Sunday,
and from $3.50 p. m. to 6 a. m. for
necessary service only The operator
to furnish his own lights and fuel.
The association reserves the right to
reject all or any bids.
All bids must be in the hands of
the secretary of the association on
or before the 10th day of July, 1917.
BERT S. KEMP. Sec'y
Forest Hill, Michigan, July ,, 1917.
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Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-07-05
Soon Over His Cold.

Everyone speaks well of Chamber
lain's Cough Remedy after having
used it. Mrs. George LEWIS, Pitts
field, N. Y, has this to asy regarding
il: Last winter my little boy, five
years old, was sick with cold for
two or three weeks. | doctored him
and used various cough medicines but
nothing did him much good until be-
gan using Chamberlain's Cough Rem
edy. He then improved rapidly and
in few days was over his cold"
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-07-05
County Correspondence
Deus Of our neisbborina OiiIases as CLEANED each
week by our special staff OF correspondents

Clinton Nelson has purchased over
$4,000 worth of wool this spring.
Hal Wilson, who left here for
Grand Rapids last week to take the
examination for enlistment in the
United States army. was accepted and
has left for Columbus, Ohio, where
ne will begin three months train
ing course.
The New Idea club will meet next
week Thursday with Mrs. II. b. Cur
renee.
Mrs. ike" Hilsinger and son,
Cameron, visited Mrs. Hilsinger's
parents. DR.. and Mrs. Mclaughlin,
last week.
The Cleaner Aid met with Mrs.
Theo. Greenhoe at their pretty farm
residence last week Thursday, Forty
guests and members were present.
All enjoyed good time and bunte-
Gus dinner was served to which all
did justice
Miss Lottie Loomis, who has been
seriously i'll, is gaining slowly.
Mr.. and Mrs. Charlie Woodruff Of
Mt. Pleasant were Elwell callers
Thursday.
Fred Reeder OF Vtstaburg transact
led business IN Elwel Saturday.
Mr. and AIRS Charlie Medlor, Mrs.
H. Rico and Mrs. Elma Naher autoei
D Alma saturday
ars'Ed. Morgan visited hy dauea-
MRS. Hazel Kelley, Monday
trs Brown or FesM3ae is 'as
mwt fe uerHm
2et l1N ana aety o a
n E Sunday
Nr tu Humphrey uni ehtH-a
.Ae.f Vs La
0d 3ac saturday erun.
arca l0ur $685.
e ete reeN
Charlie dateas was .n Alma ~
hIo0D
to Alma mi A
Cora fov.. visited "a. ,hr ZION n
aar0 aame Irida.
Ai- Euuec Adams has RETURNED
yo her work iu Alma
The Now idea club mot last week
Thursday at the homo oi Mis- Sarah
Bailey Nearly all member were
present Mrs. Ed. Forrs. Mrs Edita
Ferris and Miss Mary Mallory were
lac guests A reading was given hv
Miss Gladys Apple and Mrs Bailey
A very nice lunch was served by the
hostess. All enjoyed am excellent
time.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-07-05
ELWELL NEWS
By Our Own Correspondent

tf cir nome WIN MT. SOHbtih : Soh-i"
law. Mrs. Convern feels it her duty
to look after the two little children
left motherless by the death OF Mr.
Conbern't daughter.
Frank Messler and family autoed
t. Elm Hall Sunday.
|. p. Taylor transacted business in
Riverdale Thursday.
Mrs. o. III. Moser of Riverdale Is
visiting the Ionic lnghram family.
Vernon Wood, Mrs. Geo Sehnapp
and Mrs Sarah Snyder visited Mr..
and Mrs. Ionic Inghram Sunday
Claud Nichols of Riverdale was a
caller here Saturday evening.
John Anderson of Coder Lake spent
the week end with his son, Bert.
Clare Nelson and family OF Sag
nav visited Lyle Nelson and family
sunday
l. T.. Taylor has purchased one-hah
intere In the water power right
feNVe Fm Hal aaa Averiu'e. Nr
Taylor has ho arrange nelts ail naet
las commence work Oa .1u p'aNt
near tatula THO plant Wh ne uo"
e 0p-'o-o"'e ~
viii n-te pe"
s.foaie.
mat d tac.
one in geaeh distance wiz a
pilrlaie iia Same.
Nr ana 'iis. '.-'.'.
A que IS sunday
lheo ana Ln0
EfeeAfia c"--e
tank haiA a Nl'. '0.is "-s
Me eaJeiC a '"0''
'7. ii.'"
lttoram were a"t.".." a''fi
"ceN
SIR. ANA W '~l -''"
lNosso saturday e'e''''- ~
tAal place. l"'il ""'''F
Miss, bula bowers ''''.'''-
friends ana feial'Ne7 "' '"'a i'''N0
this week
Miss tlzaoeth S!AaH NlSi'e" I'LL
Grand Rapids SATURDAY
Mr.. and Mrs. y. NJ A'nsp'ugh
were Alma callers SUNDAY
Mr., and Mrs. Wili Johnson oi Eu-
more visited friends ana relatives
here Sunday
Don Currence OF Anna spent Mon
day here.
Levi Prltchard' heid man lor 1ne
St Louis Sugar company, transacted
business IN st. Louis MONDAY
Mrs. Earl Taylor underwent an
operation at the home OF her parents
Mr. and Mrs. smith IN Anna last
Saturday. Mrs. Taylor Is DONG as
well as could be expected. her many
friends nope Tor her speed! reooN-
cry.
Otis Messler was an Alma business
caller Monday.
Rebekah Lodge meeting this Satur-
day evening. All members are re-
quested to be present.
MI ana MIS- Aiieii '7''0'e' '''N
purchased new piano
Mrs. Arthur hllsinger ana cniiureh
visited Mrs. Hllsingers parents III
Nestaburg SATURDAY.
Mr.. and Mrs. !. T. layior were Al
ma callers tuesday evening
Miss Grace Culver was an over
Sunday guest at the Collster nome
Mr.. and Mrs. Charle iaylor were
Alma guests sunday.
+. {. Colister ana family autoed
to Crystal Sunday
VIII Anderson ana lahlily spent
Sunday with MRS. Andersohs parents
Mr.. and Mrs. ). Romine.
Mrs. Ed. Morgan returned from
Grand Rapids Saturday morning.
much improved IN heaith-
MI. ana MIS-. morgan VIII sPenu
the summer IN Anna
Iheo Greenhoe ana family spent
sunday evening with MI anu MIS-
Charlie Taylor.
The Misses Anna hutchinson,
Gladys Apple, Carrie Bailey ana
Mary Mallory are enjoying a week 5
camping.
Clinton Nelson transacted business
in Detroit last week.
+. A. Samain left for Lansing ana
Portland last week, after week
visit with his daughter, Mrs. |. +.
Taylor.
John Mclaughlin was an over sun
day guest IN Grand Rapids
Harrie Welch was an Alma caller
Sunday.
Miss Mamie Osborn of Alma spent
over Sunday with her mother, Mrs.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13
GANG SWINDLES
 TROLLEY FIRMS
 BY ACCIDENTS
Police Declare Band Exists for Organized Robbing of Companies.

Accused by the authorities of be- ing member of a band of organized swindlers with headquarters in Dela- ware, who have defrauded trolley companies throughout the country of thousands of dollars by fake acci- dent schemes and the theft of fares, William J. Windsor, who was arrest ed yesterday afternoon on bench warrant, was taken to Atlantic City, New Jersey, today.
 When arraigned in the city court this morning Windsor waived his ex- tradition rights and signified his will- ing1fess to stand trial in New Jersey without legal proceedings to remove him from Connecticut.
 The alleged ringleader of the gang. John Brumfeld, was in this city. eunday, with Windsor and with the latter was in the employ of the Con- necticut Go. He fled Sunday, the police assert and they have been un- able to find him. A warrant for his arrest has been issued in New Jer- sey.
 According to Capt. E. o. Cronan members of the gang who were expe. rienced motormen and conductors, travelled about the country defrauding car companies. They maintained a fake employment bureau in Delaware. Several of them would apply for jobs as motormen and conductors in city, giving the Delaware bureau as refer ence.
 Highly recommended, they easily obtained work. The police state they would faithfully perform their duty until big holiday when business was brisk and both were assigned, one as motorman and an other a conduc- tor of the saIle car. The company on that day would get about one fare out of fifty collected.
 If the city proved to be one where trolley traffic was light, the police allege one of the gang riding as a passenger, would apparently be in- jured as a result of the conductors negligence. The latter would make his statement to the company's in- vestigator showing he was clearly to blame and the company liable The supposed patron would be offered a settlement which he would accept and the conductor would be discharged, and the gang would move to another city.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13
ALFRED SYKES.

The Olympic band of which he was leader will escort the body of Alfred Sykes to the grave in Lakeview cemei tery tomorrow afternoon. Delega- tions from the Musical union and the Polishers' union will attend, as we'll as numerous friends of MT. Sykes who was exceedingly popular. AS cornet player, MT. Sykes was a member of the famous old Patrick Gilmore band which was known throughout the country. His first connection with a band was in Branford where he for merly lived and where he was a mem Der of the Branford band. Since com ing to Bridgeport he has been a mem Der of the Musical union and has been leader of the Olympic band. He also played in 8 number of orchestras about the city at various times. He was an expert polisher and buffer and held a splendid position at the Rem ington Arms & Ammunition Co. His death, due to pneumonia, was parti- cularly sad because it followed that of his brother in Stratford, from the same disease by but couple of weeks. MT. Sykes was 45 years old and is sur- vived by his widow and family of children at the family home, 82 Lee avenue.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13
AMERICANS WITH GERARD LODGING
 FOOD SHORTAGE
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 laugh heartily at topical songs turn ing on the shortage of food and the prevalent use of substitutes. Men in authority, however, recognize that Germany is confronted with a prob lem of growing difficulty. The next four months are regarded as especial ly critical because the supply of vege- tables, except potatoes and turnips, is virtually exhausted. Even sauerkraut cannot be bought in shops but is only doled out by the authorities at inter vals. The Berlin government posted placards last week announcing that half 8 pound of sauerkraut was as- signable for the week on the section of the food card calling for general provisions.
 The difficulties of the situation, however, have not altered the con- fidence of the authorities that the ex- isting supplies will suffice until the next crop by careful husbanding. They admit that the situation then be reviewed on the basis of new facts. One of the most critical factors is the shortage of the 1916 poato crop, which was only two-f1fths that of 1915. This shortage necessitated the prohibition of feeding potatoes to live stock, with the result that vast mum bers of pigs were prematurely slaught- cred. Yet as the number of pigs in- creased in 1916, up to September, by nearly 4,O0O, ,O0O, the country seems to have an ample meat margin on the present reduced scale of consumption.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13
DIED

DIED KNIGHT-Suddenly in this city. Feb 12, 1917, George w. Knight, aged n: years.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral at the parlors of Hawley & Wilmot, No. 168 State street on Wednesday, 14th inst, at 2 o'clock m.
 Burial in Huntington cemetery Huntington.
 BLEWETT-In this city, Feb, H. f@1917, Bridget, widow of John Blewett.
 V ' Friends are invited to attend the funeral from the residence of her brother-in-law, Thomas Blewett, 447 Broad street on Wednesday, Feb IA at 9:15 a. m. and from St. Mary's church at 10 a. m.
 Interment St. MichaePs cemetery
 B 12 b" KEOUGH- In this city. Feb. 12, 1917 Patrick w. Keough. Friends are invited to attend the funeral from his late residence, 537 Carroll avenue on Thursday, Feb 16, at 8:3O a. m. and from St. Mary's church at g a. m.
 Interment St. Michaers cemetery
 B 13 b" CARROLL-In this city, Feb. 12 1917, Patrick Q. Carroll
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from his late residence, 69 Center street on Thursday, Feb. 15 at 8:3O a. m., and from St. Angus tines church at a. m.
 Interment St. Michael's cemetery,
 B 13 b BERGLUND-In this city, Feb. 13, 1917, David L., infant son of Axelina and John l.. Berglund, aged 1 month. II days.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral at the residence of the par ents, No. 190 Wilson St., on We'd nesday. Feb. 14th at 2:3O p. m. 7 Interment at Mountain Grove cemetery.
 Automobile cortege. sKODA-In this city. Feb. 12, 1917 Frank Skoda, ST., aged 61 years, Z months, days
 Funeral private, Thursday morn. ing from his late residence, 517 Connecticut Ave.
 The remains will be taken by Funeral Director August G. Baker to Union Hill Crematory, N. J. fol cremation.
 Automobile cortege.
 B 13 b. BURNS-In this city, Monday, Feb 12, 1917, Mary J., daughter of the late Patrick and Rose Burns. Friends are invited to attend the funeral from her late residence, No 1o1 Parallel street on Wednesday, Feb. 14th at 8:30 a. m., and from St. Patrick's church where a sol. emn high mass of requiem will be offered for the repose of her soul al . o'clock.
 Burial at St. Michaers cemetery
 B 12 b.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13
ROWLAND DRY GOODS GO.

and Finette E. Benson Nichols. MT Nichols ancestors were among the first settlers of Fairfield, and Benson's corner was named for one of his rna- ternal grandfathers. MT. Nichols was employed at the Graphopnone Go. in this, city. He was a member of the Red Men of Fairfield and belonged to the Fairfield Fire association. He iss urvived by his widow and two sis ters, the Misses Finnette c. and Em- ma F. Nichols, also a cousin, Charles A. Johnson of Fairfield. v ,.+4
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13

f
 Lieutenant Commander Charles Belknop, Jr., shown in the picture, has been assigned to duty in the na- wy department as official censor for the navy during the present German crisis. A desk has been given to him in one of the offices in the suite of Admiral Benson, chief of naval ope- rations, and he is present with Sec retary Daniels whenever the latter is interviewed by newspaper men, which is twice daily.
 The war department has had Major Douglass Macarthur as censor since the Pershing expedition was sent into Mexico. Prior to that Secretary Ba- ker and his predecessor, Secretary Garrison, saw the newspaper men twice daily. When Major MacAr- thur was designated as war deprat- ment censor Secretary Baker discon- tinued these daily conferences.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13
PATRICK J, CARROLL

Patrick J. Carroll, one of the best known residents of the Seventh dis trict, died last night at his home, 69 Center street, after a long illness. MT. Carroll, who was AS years old, had been working at the Remington Arms & Ammunition Go. previous to his ill., ness. For five terms he was first chief ranger of the Park City camp, F. of A. He was aso a member O. the A. O. H., the Emmet club, the Pioneer camp, w. O. w., and the Holy Name society. Besides his widow he is survived by two children, Albert and Elsie, four sisters in Providence and one brother in New York.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13
BRIDGEPORT PLAYERS"
 NEW DRAMA SOCIETY,
 IS FORMED AT Y. M. C. A

At meeting in the Y. M. c. A. last night dramatic organization to be known as "The Bridgeport Players" was formed and arrange ments are now being made for the presentation of the first play.
 George Currie of New York, who has been associated with Henry w. Savage, Liebler 6, Co, and was stage manager for Margaret Anglin during her successful Shakespearean tour througho out the country addressed the audience and gave those present the benefit of his experience.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13
DISCUSS CENSUS HERE.

Mayor Wilson was in consultation this afternoon with Assistant Supertn- tendent of Police Charles H. Suckley and Fire Chief Edward Johnson re- garding the selection of policemen and firemen to make the military census of Bridgeport. The conference took place directly after the mayors re- turn from Hartford and had not fin- ished at press hour.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13
THIRTEEN THOUSAND
 OF POLL TAX PAID

Up to date Collector Howard F. Smith has received $13.000 of the .$70.- 900 which is to be collected for per sonal taxes. All the tax bills have been mailed. Those who do not call at the collectors office and pay dur ing this month are liable to arrest and fines.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13
OBITUARY
PATRICK J, DAILY

Patrick J. Daly died at his home, PAS Willow street, this morning, fol- lowing a long illness. MT. Daily, who was born in Ireland, 60 years ago, came to this city with his family a year ago from Worcester. Mass. He was member of St. Charles church. Surviving him are his widow, a daugh- ter. Catherine, two sons, John J. and Frank, of this city and sister, Mar garet Daly, of New York
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13
ATTEND K. OF c. HEARING
Special to The Farmer )

Hartford, Feb. 13.-George T. Kel- ly and other Bridgeport citizens who are members of the Knights of Co., lunbus, appeared today before the committee on finance in support of a measure to exempt the Knights of Columbus home in Bridgeport from taxation.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13

HELP WANTED-Experie as- sembler, one willing to work and learn to become assistant in handl- ing special assembling; steady em- ployment with advancement to the right man. Apply in person to the Cornwnll-Patterson Mfg. Co.
 B 13 b.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13
CARD OF THANKS

MT. and Mrs John Mahon and fam fly of Lawrence, Mass, wish to thanl employees of H. J. Remington Arm for beautiful floral tributes and al kind friends for kindness shown t, our dear son and brother, Joseph L Mahon.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13
HENRY R NICHOLS

Henry B. Nichols, a member of one of the oldest Fairfield families, died this morning at his home in Smith street, Fairfield after weeks illness with grip and complication of dis eases MT. Nichols was born in Fair field 49 years ago. the son of John
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13
BRIEF NEWS NOTES

The war is now costing England s2S,177,035 day. ss
 Jacob Shander, of New York, com mitted suicide by hanging.
 The price of milk has advanced half a cent a quart at Boston.
 Brig. Gen. John A. Mather, of the National Guard of New Jersey, died at Camden, N. J.
 The amship Andania of the Cum ard line arrived at New York from Liverpool.
 William Karnock, president of the Jamaica Savings Bank, left an estate valued at $1,500,000.
 The United States cruiser Olympia and the gunboat Machias arrived at St. Thomas, D. w. I.
 pr. Charles Paul FIuebscher, secre- tary of the Swiss Legation. conferred with Assistant Secretary of State Phillips.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13
SET EXCISE HEARINGS
Special to The Farmer)

Hartford, Feb. 13-A number of important excise matters now pend ing before the General Assembly will have public hearing before the excise committee tomorrow afternoon at 2:3O
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13
MAYOR LEE IMPROVES.

Reports from the home of Ex- Mayor Henry Lee, ill with double pneumonia, indicate that his condition during the night was slightly better than on t''e night previous.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13
BONDING BILL TOMORROW
Especial to The Farmer)

1 Hartford, Feb. 13-Before the cities and boroughs of the General Assem- bly, tomorrow afternoon, the bill in- troduced by Senator John Y. Caldwell permitting the city of Bridgeport to bond for s6,4O0,000 without refer endum vote will be heard. It is ex- pected a large number of interested Bridgeport citizens will attend the hearing.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13

Congress will meet in joint session tomorrow to count the electoral vote of the November election for presi dent and vice president.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13

REFINED ELDERLY WOMAN de- sires position as housekeeper for one or two people or to wait on one who Is not well. Address G. Wheeler General Delivery.
 R 13 d.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13

The authorities at Nichtheroy, five miles from Rio Janeiro, arrested two Germans who were photographing the fortress at Imbuhy.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13

construction in the picture may prove formidable antagonists for submarines of size superior to their own, as a sur
 face power boat may mount a gun or
 guns of caliber sufficient to sink sub-
 marines, and their speed exceeds that
 of the submersibles.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13
T,;1es c,ured in 6 to IA Days

Druggists refund money if PAZO OINTMENT fails to cure Iitching, Blind, Bleeding or Protruding Piles. First application gives relief. soc.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13

At 121ac yd:- White striped voiles, several widths of Fine soft English nainsook.
 At 15c yd:- Checked dimity, several sizes of check, 27 inches wide Dimity in dainty small plaids, 27 inches wide Striped dimities, several patterns of stripe 27-inch striped voile, different styles of stripe Pajama checks. of delightful weight for pajamas or for mems summer underwear. 3S inches wide Soft finish excellent nainsOOk, 36 inches wide.
 At 19c yd:- Checked nainsOok of special weight and fineness, yard wide Mercerised vOile of remarkably fine and even weave, 40 inches wide Indian Head cotton, linen finish.
 At 25c yd:- axon-finished voiles, beautiful check ed and striped patterns, g inches wide Plain and striped F1axon, with dull 1us- ter of linen Seed voiles, dainty of pattern, fine Transparent organdies, crisp and beau tiful Beach cloth, notably good for middies and wash suits.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13

Building small boats of high power
 and speed for use in patrolling har- bors and as possible submarine chasers" is proceeding with haste, at all plants equipped for such work. Such boats as the one shown under
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13

WANTED-Four or five furnished rooms, all improvements. MT. CambelI, 993 Broad St.
 8 Fs B 12 d*
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13
Pretty c0ttOns for pretty dresses; big savings /!

Thousands of yards of fresh wash goods for dresses and skirts
 Every yard at less than it's oday's regular price.
 That a variety of fancy white cotton goods
 hat an excellent lot of staunch colored wash goods
 Each sort more magnetic because of pricesavings unusual as they unexpected.
 All cotton textiles have gone steadily higher in price since last summer But here are these at a saving!
 For these were bought last summer for delivery this Spring Bought by store that stands high in esteem of town where it's located-but that accept them 
 We took them right straight from the wholesaler $ shelves and at last summers prices.
 That meant big saving to It means big saving to folks who grasp the chance.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13
Higher prices are coming!

We must soon add $2.5O to price of. most Rowland sewing-machines - and dis continue others !
 When the machines we have in the store are sold, present prices end.
 It's none of our doing. But it is not unfair. Every-bit of material put into these ex- cellent Rowland machines costs much more than it did 3 year ago, more now than it did three months ago. Our makers have fixed a new price and they are entitled to 1t.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13
At soc yd:

Pique of extra fineness, several sizes of vale Fancy rep skirting. good weight, good for much service.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13
At 39c yd:

CrOssbar F1axC-l. effective and of spe- cial strength Satin-striped organdies beautified by embroidered figures on the organ dy ground tween stripes Seed vOiles with satin stripes giving them more beauty Pique in various sizes of vale from tiny to heavy Oxford skirtings of fancy weave, du- rable and handsome.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-13
one dollar.

We have great big supply-for counted on the biggest club So promise to furnish machine at present price to all folks who join soon
 Last week saw more people join the club than before during opening week. Looks though the limit at present prces would be reached than we ex pected
 For today and tomorrow and till we have no ma chimes to deliver, these prices:- Eclipse $1950 Reliance $25 $275o New England $25 Every machine guaranteed; every machine quiet and easy every machine ready do every of sewing.
 And each price is the regular cash price-without penny of extra cost for the privilege of paying in small sums at monthly intervals. +7a7fa9 Come, test machine, choose, and join now!
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