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Early and rare from Florida...
571809   THE FLORIDIAN, Tallahassee, Florida, July 1, 1848



* Rare pre Civil War title from Florida's capital



Nineteenth century newspapers from Florida are uncommon, particularly those from before the Civil War. Here is such an issue from the capital city of Florida, three years before the Civil War.

The ftpg. has literary & other items including: "Biographical Sketch of General Willia... See More  
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Peace ends the Mexican War...
574098   NILES' NATIONAL REGISTER, Philadelphia, July 5, 1848 



* Mexican War ends

* James k. Polk




This  newspaper began in 1811 and was a prime source for national political news of the first half of the19th century. As noted in Wikipedia, this title: "...(was) one of the most widely-circulated magazines in the United States...Devoted primarily to politics...considered an importa... See More  
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Campaign Ad for Taylor and Fillmore of the Whigs...
565530  
EVANSVILLE DAILY JOURNAL, Evansville, Indiana, July 14, 1848

 

* Early for Indiana

* Scarce title




Page 2 has a nice political endorsement for the Taylor-Fillmore ticket which features an engraving of a flag inscribed with Rough & Ready, a nod to Taylor's nickname.



Also, a little article on page 3: "The Taylor Platform" signed in type: Z. Taylor.



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Death report of Kit Carson...
549941   NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D. C., July 18, 1848 



* American Frontiersman 

* Kit Carson death? 



Near the bottom of the front page is an erroneous report of the death of Kit Carson, reading in part: "It is reported that Kit Carson, celebrated as the guide & companion of Lt. Col. Fremont in his dangerous explorations of the West, has been killed on the plain... See More  
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When Abraham Lincoln was an unknown...
565239   NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 18, 1848  This newspaper contains on page 3 reports from the "House of Representatives" and includes the results of a vote to suspend the rules concerning a resolution to allow a postal route bill to be disposed of, listing all those who voted "Yea" and "Nay". Within the "Yea" list is "Lincoln" (s... See More   $49.00
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EARLY FLORIDA...
551788   THE FLORIDIAN, Tallahassee, July 22, 1848 Nineteenth century newspapers from Florida are uncommon, particularly those from before the Civil War. Here is such an issue from the capital city of Florida, thirteen years before the Civil War. Notable front page content includes: "AN ACT to provide for the purchase of the manuscript papers of the late James Madison, former President of the United S... See More   $145.00
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Item from Catalog 194 (released for January, 2012)...

When Abraham Lincoln was an unknown...
586535   NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 22, 1848  This newspaper contains on the front page reports from the: "House of Representatives" which includes text of discussion, with each speaker's name noted in capital letters. "Mr. Lincoln" spoke twice (see photos). Additionally, page 4 has continued reporting from Congress including the votes on a certain bill with... See More   $42.00
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Early Kit Carson...
541686   DAILY EVENING TRANSCRIPT, Boston, Massachusetts, August 1, 1848 



* Early & rare Kit Carson mention 

* 19th century original reading 




Page 2 has a report from "St. Louis" that mentions the famous explorer and guide Kit Carson. The report states that he left Santa Fe on June 25 and arrived at St. Louis with dispatches from California. Among the news is word th... See More  
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Mummies discovered in Mexico?...
541062   BOSTON EVENING TRANSCRIPT, from Boston, Massachusetts, dated August 4, 1848.  Page 2 has an unsubstantiated report stating that a million mummies were discovered near Durango, Mexico. This mentions that: "They are in a sitting posture, but have the same wrappings, bands and ornaments as the Egyptians." Also lists the artifacts discovered, and says: "...America will become anot... See More   $30.00
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Early and rare from Florida...
572951   THE FLORIDIAN, Tallahassee, Florida, August 5, 1848  Nineteenth century newspapers from Florida are uncommon, particularly those from before the Civil War. Here is such an issue from the capital city of Florida, three years before the Civil War.

The ftpg. has 3 Acts of Congress, one of which is signed by the President: James Polk. Over two ftpg. columns are taken up with "The Votes of M... See More  
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Early and rare from Florida...
575769   THE FLORIDIAN, Tallahassee, Florida, Aug. 12, 1848  Nineteenth century newspapers from Florida are uncommon, particularly those from before the Civil War. Here is such an issue from the capital city of Florida, three years before the Civil War.

The ftpg. contains various Acts of the federal Congress, and various political items as well. Also: "Signs in Indiana", "Humbug Extrao... See More  
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Barnburners Party...
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NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, Aug. 15, 1848  The front page has a list of Marine Corps promotions made by President Polk. On pg. 3 under The Barnburner's Convention are the preamble and resolutions adopted at Buffalo by the Free-Soil Party. The Barnburners were the progressive faction of the Democratic Party and they opposed the extension of slavery, championing free soil, f
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Early and rare from Florida...
576468   THE FLORIDIAN, Tallahassee, Florida, Aug. 19, 1848 



* Very rare Southern title



Nineteenth century newspapers from Florida are uncommon, particularly those from before the Civil War. Here is such an issue from the capital city of Florida, three years before the Civil War.

The ftpg. contains various Acts of the federal Congress with one signed in type by the President: James K. Polk, and... See More  
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Much on slaves... From California before the gold rush...
562324   NEW YORK SEMI-WEEKLY TRIBUNE, New York, August 23, 1848 



* Early San Francisco CA - pre gold rush

* Pre Civil War slaves




Page 2 has: "The Runaway Slaves" with various details (see). The back page has: "The Slave Case--The District Attorney's Course" and "More About the runaway Slaves" and yet another headed: "The Runaway Slaves".



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Hell's Gate improvement...
544671   DAILY EVENING TRANSCRIPT, Boston, Massachusetts, August 24, 1848



* Hell's Gate improvement

* Pre civil war original




A page 2 report says that Commandant Davis, of the United States Coast Survey, " ..has made a report on the improvement of Hell's Gate passage, by...blasting and removing some of the rocks, and by erecting piers with wooden faces upon the others..."



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A response from Van Buren...
583410   NEW YORK SEMI-WEEKLY TRIBUNE, New York, August 26, 1848  On page 3, there is a lengthy report "Van Buren and the Buffalo Convention" which members of the convention had sent Mr. Van Buren a letter of concerns to be addressed. This includes Mr. Van Buren's lengthy response, over two columns in length. The topic of slavery was a major issue.



Other news is within.



This is com... See More  
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Martin Van Buren in 1848....
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CHRISTIAN CITIZEN, Worcester, Sept. 2, 1848.



* Martin Van Buren nomination

* Free Soil Party


Page 2 commentary: Slave Labor Produce and Stolen Goods. Page 3 has Martin Van Burens letter accepting the nomination of the Free Soil Party, signed in type: M. Van Buren. Mostly religious related news. Has an ornate masthead. Small hole in the upper left corner affects each leaf.
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The Nauvoo Temple...
583407   NEW YORK SEMI-WEEKLY TRIBUNE, New York, September 2, 1848  On page 2, there is a very small report "The Nauvoo Temple" which reports "The great Mormon Temple at Nauvoo has been purchased by Isaac Prower for the Protestant College." Other news is within.



This is complete in four pages, some scattered lite foxing, otherwise is in good condition.
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Robert E. Lee... Buffalo hunt... Jewish immigration...
563035   NEW YORK SEMI-WEEKLY TRIBUNE, New York, September 6, 1848  Page 3 has a lengthy list of "Promotions In the Army" and under the heading: "Captains Promoted To Majors by Brevet" is listed "Robert E. Lee" (see). Nice to find names of those who would become famous in years to come, in this case some 13 years in the future.



The back page has at the bottom: "Th... See More  
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Immigration...
541329   DAILY EVENING TRANSCRIPT, Boston, Massachusetts, September 9, 1848



* Immigration to America (New York Harbor)

* Figures (numbers)




The front page has a report stating that during the month of August 16,825 immigrants arrived at New York. Also says that there were 130,864 immigrants that arrived during the first eight months of the year, compared to 119,176 in 1847.



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Millard Fillmore on slavery...
583405   NEW YORK SEMI-WEEKLY TRIBUNE, New York, September 13, 1848  On the front page of the issue is an article entitled "Millard Fillmore on Slavery" in which a gentleman(John Gayle) had sent Mr. Fillmore a letter stating that Southern papers were stating the he was an Abolitionist. Mr. Fillmore's written response is included in the article.



On page four, an article "A Remarka... See More  
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Item from Catalog 195 (released for February, 2012)...

Uncommon Odd Fellows' title...
587131   THE WEEKLY SYMBOL & ODD FELLOWS' MAGAZINE, Boston, Sept. 16, 1848  Actually a newspaper & of quite large size with a decorative masthead. Four pages, various wear at the folds & margins with a small hole at a fold juncture, some edge tears. $37.00
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Very early reports on the gold discoveries in California...
561490   THE WEEKLY HERALD, New York, September 23, 1848 



* Very early California gold discoveries 

* Pre Gold Rush findings
 



Page 5 has a nice article: "The Gold Beds of California--Great Sensation in Washington..." beginning: "All Washington is in a ferment with the news of the immense bed of gold, which, it is said, has been discovered in California. Nothing else ... See More  
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Early & rare from Florida...
543299   THE FLORIDIAN, Tallahassee, Florida, September 30, 1848.



* Rare title from the South

* Pre Civil war Florida

* Antebellum Tallahassee newspaper



Nineteenth century newspapers from Florida are uncommon, particularly rare are those from before the Civil War. Here is such an issue from the capital city of Florida, and from over 13 years before the outbreak of the Civil War. 



The form... See More  
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Burnet House... Grand hotel in Cincinnati ...
541201   DAILY EVENING TRANSCRIPT, from Boston, Massachusetts, dated October 4, 1848. Page 2 has a report stating of "Cincinnati is at last to have a hotel worthy of the Queen city. It is to be called the Burnet House, and costs $150,000.... it is expected that Mr. Colman, of the Astor House will become the lessee. So says the Cleveland Herald."



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The Taylor-Fillmore ticket...
566775   THE CLEVELAND HERALD, from Cleveland, Ohio, dated October 4, 1848. Pg. 3 has an ad/endorsement for the Taylor-Fillmore ticket. Newspaper title and date appear above the ad making it a nice, displayable item.  The issue has a minor stain at the bottom of page one (see image) which does not impact the content. $28.00
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Early & rare from Florida...
543298   THE FLORIDIAN, Tallahassee, Florida, October 6, 1848.



* Rare title from the South

* Pre Civil war Florida

* Antebellum Tallahassee newspaper



Nineteenth century newspapers from Florida are uncommon, particularly rare are those from before the Civil War. Here is such an issue from the capital city of Florida, and from over 13 years before the outbreak of the Civil War. 



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150152   NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Wash., Oct. 17, 1848 Ftpg. has a short article re: Africa (see images). $25.00
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Boston Museum Tom Thumb Exhibit
153382   SALEM GAZETTE, Salem, Mass., November 3, 1848 A pg. 3 notice headed "Gen. Tom Thumb" gives details about the appearance of the " Man in Minature" at the Boston Museum. Archival mends to two minor tears at the spine, a small piece missing in the blank outer margins, occasional foxing to unrelated text. $22.00
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From California... Indian treaty sales millions of acreage...
587282   NEW-YORK SEMI-WEEKLY TRIBUNE, November 4, 1848  The back page is an article "From California - Counter Revolution at Mazatlan" which mentions the increase of excitement of the gold rush. Also within the article is the counter-revolution at Mazatlan and the escape of the rebellion leader.



Another article is "Important Indian Treaty - Four Millions of Acres Acquired" whic... See More  
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Death of Brig. Gen. Stephen Kearny... Russian Jews... Mormon Temple...
587217   NEW-YORK SEMI-WEEKLY TRIBUNE, New York, November 8, 1848  The front page of the issue contains the news "The Mormon Temple" that a company has purchased all the Mormon property, including the walls of the Temple and that arrangements are being made to rebuild as soon as possible. An arrest is to be made for the firing of the the Temple.  Page three carries a report "Russia... See More   $39.00
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The tragedies of dividing slave families...Zachary Taylor elected president...
583417   NEW YORK SEMI-WEEKLY TRIBUNE, New York, November 15, 1848 Page three contains an article entitled "The Slave Trade" which deals with the tragedies which occur when families foresee that they may possible be separated. This includes inducing their own bodily harm and even their to the point of their own death instead of being separated. "That was a most merciful attempt that was made... See More   $38.00
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President Zachary Taylor and the Wilmot Proviso... Early Florida...
542907   THE FLORIDIAN, Tallahassee, Florida, November 25, 1848



* Rare title from Tallahassee, Florida

* President Zachary Taylor

* Wilmot Proviso




This issue from Tallahassee, the capital of Florida, includes many articles and advertisements: "Death of Colonel James Dell", "Who Killed Clay?" (Henry Clay, Sr.), considerable follow-up coverage concerning the election of President ... See More  
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"Old Rough & Ready" wins the 1848 election...
553685   COLUMBIAN WASHINGTONIAN, Hudson, New York, November 30, 1848 



* Zachary Taylor elected President of the United States 

* Rare title 




A temperance newspaper that also had news of the day. On page 2 under "The Presidential Election" are the final results of the electoral votes showing 163 votes for Zachary Taylor and 127 for Lewis Cass, plus word that "...Gen.... See More  
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Item from Catalog 195 (released for February, 2012)...

Gold is discovered in California...
587075   LONG ISLAND DEMOCRAT, Jamaica, New York, Dec. 5, 1848  Page 2 contains a nice & very early report on the first discovery of: "Gold In California", including: "....fully confirming the wonderful accounts of the product of gold in that region...These accounts are said to be wonderful...The quantities daily dug up are very large. This vast bed of treasures was discovered by an... See More   $117.00
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544878   VERMONT CHRONICLE, Windsor, Vermont, December 16, 1848



* James K. Polk

* State of the Union Address

* Pre civil war original




The "President's Message" begins on page 2 and concludes on pg. 3, signed in type: James K. Polk re. being his annual message. Takes 10 1/2 columns.



Other topics and advertisements. Some creases, otherwise in nice condition. 4 pages.... See More  
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Pre-Civil War Kentucky...
153072   THE LOUISVILLE DAILY JOURNAL, Louisville, Kentucky, 1849. Rare to find newspaper from Kentucky dated before the Civil War. Various news of the day and a tremendous number of advertisements, some of which are illustrated. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have this specific date but will have the format as shown. Measures approximately 26x20 inches, four pag... See More   $38.00
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Gold Rush Era...
200048   NEW YORK TRIBUNE (DAILY), dated in 1849, from New York, New York.  Although this complete and original four page issue does not have specific gold rush content, it is a great "period" item with the year of 1849 in the dateline.  The issue contains many ads related to California and westward expansion, including several that have small wood-cut prints.  The images shown are represent... See More   $32.00
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From the library of President James Buchanan...
572510   DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., 1849  James Buchanan, who would be President of the United States from 1857-1861, earlier served several offices at the federal level, including Congressman from 1821-31; Senator from 1837-1845, Secretary of State from 1845-9, and then Ambassador to England, 1853-1856.

This newspaper was subscribed to by Buchanan while a Senator, obviously livi... See More  
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Case of a slaver... The Southern Convention organizes...
558404   NEW YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, New York, NY, January 30, 1849



* Southern Convention organizes

* Slave ship case




Most of the front page is taken up with: "Proceedings of a Convention of Southern Members of Congress" "John C. Calhoun's Manifesto".



Page 2 has an interesting item taking over one-third of a column: "Case of the Ann D. Richardson, the Alleged Slaver" (s... See More  
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Fire Escape... Niagara Falls Suspension Bridge...
557190   ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS, London, England, February 17, 1849



* Early fire fighting escape ladder print

* Niagara Falls cable car




The back page has a 7 1/4 by 4 1/2 inch engraving: "Davie's Fire-Escape Of The Royal Society For Protection Of Life From Fire", plus a report about this rescue apparatus.



Also has a 5 1/2 by 8 3/4 inch engraving: "Construction Of The Niagara Fal... See More  
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Pre-Civil War Kentucky...
585961   THE LOUISVILLE DAILY JOURNAL, Louisville, Kentucky, February 17, 1849  Rare to find a Kentucky newspaper from before the Civil War. The entire ftpg. and back page taken up with ads, providing interesting insight into the goods purchased by families over ten years before the Civil War. Inside pages have various news of the day, including political items, and even more advertisements.



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View of a sea serpent...
557664   ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS, April 14, 1849



* The sea serpent

* Prints



The back page has a 4 by 6 inch engraving captioned: "Supposed Appearance Of The Great Sea-Serpent, From H.M.S. 'Plumper,' Sketched By An Officer On Board."



Includes an account of "The Great Sea Serpent" written by the naval officer who witnessed the appearance of the sea serpent and provided the sket... See More  
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Minnesotta Territory is formed in 1849...
575098   NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington D.C., April 28, 1849 



* Territory of Minnesota formed 



This four page newspaper has a one column heading on page 2 that reads: "The New Territory Of Minnesota" which reports the formation of the Minnesota Territory, nine years prior to statehood.



Other news of the day. Little margin wear, otherwise good.



wikipedia notes: The Territ... See More  
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Hnery W. Longfellow Poem 1849....
215386  
SALEM GAZETTE, Salem, Mass., May 4, 1849.



* Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

* Front Page Poem
 
The front page has a poem: Resignation. By Henry W. Longfellow. News of the day includes: "Kentucky Emancipation Convention" "Cholera at New Orleans" "California Emigrants" and much more. Interesting advertisements as well. First leaf is trimmed close at the right c
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Rare... From Early Florida... Henry W. Longfellow...
555882   THE FLORIDIAN & JOURNAL, Tallahassee, Florida FL, May 5, 1849



* Rare title from the pre civil war South

* Henry W. Longfellow




Nineteenth century newspapers from Florida are uncommon, particularly those from before the Civil War. Here is such an issue from the capital city of Florida, 12 years before the outbreak of the Civil War.



On the front page under "By Authority" are... See More  
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152051   NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, May 12, 1849 A page 3 report headed "Most Afflicting and Fatal Tumults In the City of New York" give details about the riot at the Astor Opera House that resulted in twenty-two deaths. The report says that amond those arrested was Ned Buntline, who supposedly helped precipitate the riot, and was later know for his dime novels and for dubbing William Cody as "Buf... See More   $37.00
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Death of General Worth from Texas... For whom Fort Worth is named...
576953   THE DAILY UNION, Washington D.C. May 23, 1849



* General William J. Worth's death report



Page 2 has a report headed: "Report of Gen. Worth's Death" [Fort Worth, Texas fame], with supporint text (see images). Other news of the day with period ads throughout. Complete in 4 pages, nice condition.
$45.00
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Minnesota... territorial government established...
549887   FLORIDIAN & JOURNAL, Tallahassee, Florida, June 2, 1849 



* Minnesota Territory established (historic) 

* President James K. Polk 

* Rare title from pre civil war Florida
 



On the front page under "Acts and Resolutions passed at the Second Session of the Thirtieth Congress" is: "AN Act to establish the territorial government of Minnesota..." si... See More  
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1849 Avon, New York & early Mormons...
574995   NEW YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, June 9, 1849 



* Early Avon NY New York as a Summer resort 

* Mormons travels to Salt Lake City, Utah 



This 4 page newspaper has one column headings on the front page: "Summer Travel--Avon Springs" and "From the Great Salt Lake and the Plains"



Tells of the early Summer resort in Avon, New York and the travels of some Mormons to Ut... See More  
$24.00
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