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Advertisement on the Salem witch trials...
Item #676076
February 11, 1693
THE ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, Feb. 11, 1693
* Rare Salem witch trials advertisement
* Very early and rare 17th century title
The back page has an advertisement for the book "The Second Edition of the late TRYALS of several WITCHES in New-England. Written by Cotton Mather, and Published by the Special Command of the Governour." (see)
This is the only periodical we have ever ... See More
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Problems in America... Mention of Dr. Franklin...
Item #676068
September 14, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Sept. 14, 1782
* Revolutionary War Era
* 18th century
* From The Enemy
Pg. 2 has a bit noting: "...an officer is arrived there from America & has brought some disagreeable news...that there is a revolution in some of the colonies, & that dispatches are also brought from the Congress to Dr. Franklin complaining of the bad behaviour of some ... See More
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Set of five different mastheads for the same title...
Item #676066
July 04, 1716
THE POST BOY, London Here is an interesting set of five different issues dating from 1707, 1715, 1719, 1729 and 1734. As was often the case newspapers which existed over 30 years the masthead would often change, sometimes subtly. Here is a set with each masthead being slightly different, the earliest 2 with two engravings each, all differently slightly, and the last without any masthead engr... See More
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Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1669...
Item #676005
July 27, 1669
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 27, 1668
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuri... See More
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18th century Baltimore... Slave advertisements...
Item #675963
August 20, 1798
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Aug. 20, 1798
* Rare 18th century American title
* (5) Slaves advertisements
The ftpg. is taken up with ads including 8 illustrated ship ads. The front page also contains 5 slavery related advertisements as well. (see images)
News of the day with several other advertisements. Four pages in good condition.... See More
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17th century from London... 1681 original...
Item #675962
November 30, 1681
THE OBSERVATOR, London, Nov. 30, 1681
* Woman publisher
This is a handsome dialogue newspaper founded by Sir Roger L'Estrange, a Tory pamphleteer, as a vehicle for attacking dissenters and Whigs. Done in a dialogue format, between Whig & Tory. This early single sheet newspaper has the old style type making it great for framing, but the most intriguing aspect of this issue is that th... See More
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Large ship advertisements in 1785...
Item #675961
March 19, 1785
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Edinburgh, Scotland, Feb. 2, 1785 The front page has five unusually large illustrated ship advertisements. Front page also has a partial red-inked tax stamp in the lower right corner. News and advertisements of the day. Complete in four pages with some lite rubbing, otherwise in nice condition.
Convicts shipped off to America... Oglethorpe before founding Georgia...
Item #675952
March 13, 1728
THE DAILY POST-BOY, London, March 13, 1728 (1729 by today's calendar)
* Early James Oglethorpe
* Convicts to America
Near the bottom of the front page is a terrific item noting: "Also the same day nine felons convicts, eight men and one woman, were brought from Oxford City to the Oxford-Arms at Holborn Bridge, and from thence carry'd down the river and put on board a shi... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1675...
Item #675904
July 29, 1672
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 29, 1672
* Earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuring 6 1/2 b... See More
One of the more decorative mastheads of the 18th century...
Item #675900
August 03, 1795
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Boston, Aug. 3, 1795
* Nice masthead engraving
* 18th century America
If you are looking for a handsome American newspaper of the 1700's which is displayable & priced reasonably, this is one of the best. This title features one of the more decorative mastheads of the era.
Complete in 4 pages, never-trimmed margins, several ill... See More
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A soon-to-be Tory newspaper from New York...
Item #675898
April 03, 1775
NEW YORK GAZETTE AND THE WEEKLY MERCURY, April 3, 1775 This newspaper was partial to the crown, and although the engraving in the masthead is of the New York seal, it would soon change to the Royal Coat-of-Arms to show publisher Hugh Gaine's support of the king of England.
This issue, from just 16 days before the battle of Lexington & Concord, has on page 3 a document from "Pro... See More
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18th century Philadelphia, Pennsylvania......
Item #675897
January 19, 1795
GENERAL AURORA ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Jan. 19, 1795
* Rare 18th century American publication
Eighteenth century American publications are somewhat scarce. The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time while the District of Columbia was under construction. Contains news of the day with several advertisements.
Four pages, tiny binding holes along the spine, very nice c... See More
Quite uncommon from London... 1723... 1724...
Item #675893
February 14, 1724
THE TRUE BRITON, London, Feb. 14, 1723-4
* Early 18th century
The double date is due to the use of both the Julian (1723) & *Gregorian (1724) calendars at the time. A quite uncommon single sheet newspaper which has comparatively large lettering in the masthead. Rather than present news reports, this newspaper is almost entirely editorial with much on politics. The back page i... See More
Gentleman's newspaper from 17th century England...
Item #675892
January 23, 1691
ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, England, Jan. 23, 1691
* Rare 17th century title
This was a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics. A very early English periodical now over 325 years old.
This newspaper was done in question/answer format. This newspaper was published at a time when there wer
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* Rare 17th century title
This was a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics. A very early English periodical now over 325 years old.
This newspaper was done in question/answer format. This newspaper was published at a time when there wer
Death & funeral of the famed John Paul Jones...
Item #675891
October 10, 1792
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Oct. 10, 1792 On the front page in the last column is an official letter from an American officer in Paris announcing the death of the famous naval officer, John Paul Jones.
It is interesting to note that the letter states that the American minister ordered: "Jones' body ...to be interred in the most private manner, and at the least possible expence...&q... See More
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1793 Boston, Massachusetts...
Item #675794
June 05, 1793
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, June 5, 1793
* 18th century American title
Eighteenth century American publications are somewhat scarce. Contains news of the day and various advertisements.
Pages 3 & 4 include 12 illustrated ship ads.
Complete as a 4 page issue, nice condition.
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Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1701...
Item #675793
March 20, 1700
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, March 20, 1700
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* At the turn of the 18th century
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is... See More
(3) Gentleman's newspapers from 17th century England...
Item #675782
December 29, 1694
ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, England, Nov. 13, Dec. 8 & 29, 1694
* Rare 17th century publications
* Lot of 3 issues over 325 yrs. old
This was a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics. A very early English periodical now over 325 years old.
These newspapers were done in question/ans
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* Rare 17th century publications
* Lot of 3 issues over 325 yrs. old
This was a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics. A very early English periodical now over 325 years old.
These newspapers were done in question/ans
Handsome, early, displayable newspaper from 1715...
Item #675777
June 09, 1715
THE POST BOY, London, June 9, 1715
* Rare & early 18th century issue
* Nice masthead engravings
This is one of our favorite early newspapers as it is single sheet, small folio size, and has two great engravings in the masthead making it very nice for display (see images). The front page has various reports from throughout Europe while most of the back page is taken up with ads.
M... See More
(3) Gentleman's newspapers from 17th century England...
Item #675759
March 06, 1694
(14) ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, England,
(Written up for an order)
This was a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics. A very early English periodical now over 320 years old.
These newspapers were done in question/answer format. These newspapers were published at a time when there weren'
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(Written up for an order)
This was a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics. A very early English periodical now over 320 years old.
These newspapers were done in question/answer format. These newspapers were published at a time when there weren'
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18th century Baltimore... Slave advertisements...
Item #675738
December 08, 1798
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Dec. 8, 1798
* Rare 18th century American title
* (3) Slaves advertisements
The ftpg. is taken up with ads including 11 illustrated ship ads and 1 slavery related ad. Two more on the back page. (see)
News of the day with several other advertisements. Four pages, nice condition.... See More
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Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1668...
Item #675735
April 30, 1668
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 30, 1668
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measur... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1700...
Item #675712
January 16, 1700
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Jan. 16, 1700
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Turn of the 18th century
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is comple... See More
18th century runaway slave ad...
Item #675702
May 04, 1798
GENERAL AURORA ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, May 4, 1798
* Rare 18th century American title
* (3) Slavery advertisements
Eighteenth century American publications are somewhat scarce. The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time while the District of Columbia was under construction. Contains news of the day with several advertisements including one on the back page for the ... See More
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Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1668...
Item #675651
April 23, 1668
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 23, 1668
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measur... See More
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Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1668...
Item #675536
August 13, 1668
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 13, 1668
* Earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuring 6 1/2 b... See More
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Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1687...
Item #675531
October 17, 1687
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 17, 1687
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, me... See More
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18th century Baltimore... Slave advertisements...
Item #675517
August 20, 1798
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Aug. 20, 1798
* Rare 18th century American title
* (2) Slaves advertisements
The ftpg. is taken up with ads including 16 illustrated ship ads. Page 3 has a runaway slave ad while the back page has a young Negro man for sale ad. (see)
News of the day with several other advertisements. Four pages in good condition.... See More
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18th century Philadelphia...
Item #675516
February 28, 1798
GENERAL AURORA ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Feb. 28, 1798
* Rare 18th century American publication
Eighteenth century American publications are somewhat scarce. The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time while the District of Columbia was under construction. Contains news of the day with several advertisements, including one for a runaway slave on the back page.
Four pa... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1672...
Item #675515
August 12, 1672
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 12, 1672
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, me... See More
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Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1667...
Item #675513
March 05, 1667
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, March 5, 1667
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuri... See More
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18th century Negro boy for sale ad...
Item #675510
December 16, 1794
GENERAL AURORA ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Dec. 16, 1794
* Rare 18th century American title
* Runaway slave advertisement
Eighteenth century American publications are somewhat scarce. The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time while the District of Columbia was under construction. Contains news of the day with several advertisements including one on the front page for ... See More
18th century Baltimore... Slave advertisements...
Item #675465
December 03, 1798
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Dec. 3, 1798
* Rare 18th century American title
* (7) Slaves advertisements
The ftpg. is taken up with ads including 8 illustrated ship ads and 3 slavery related ads. Two more each on pages 3 & 4.
News of the day with several other advertisements. Four pages, nice condition.... See More
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Timely report of the death of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart...
Item #675460
December 01, 1791
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, December, 1791 Presented inconspicuously among other death reports is a brief yet very notable report on the death of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, ending with a prophetic comment: " At Vienna, Wolfgang Mozart, the celebrated German composer. By his death the musical world will sustain an irreparable loss."
He died on December 5 ma... See More
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Analyzing Thomas Paine's 'The Rights of Man'...
Item #675459
August 01, 1791
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, England, August, 1791 Under "Review of New Publications" is a very lengthy article titled: "The Rights of Man, in Answer to Mr. Burke's Attack on the French Revolution. By Thomas Paine, Secretary, for Foreign Affairs to Congress, in the American War, and Author of the Work entitled 'Common Sense'." This article takes over 3 pages.... See More
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Declarations by King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette...
Item #675458
July 01, 1791
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, England, July, 1791 Under "Proceedings of the National Assembly in France" is the "Declaration of the King" which notes: "...I am desirous of complying with the wishes of the National Assembly & I shall never decline publishing the motives of my conduct. The motives for my journey were the outrages & the threats offered to my fam... See More
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Botany Bay... George Washington...
Item #675457
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1791 Included is an interesting article headed: "Botany Bay" being a letter from Mr. White, surgeon-general at Botany Bay datelined Sydney Cove, Port Jackson, New South Wales, April 17, 1790. This articles takes a bit over a full page.This is followed by an article headed: "America" which includes a portion of President Geo... See More
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A relative of Ben Franklin's... Treaty with the Cherokee Indians...
Item #675456
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, September, 1790 The first article is: "An Indigent Relation of the Great Dr. Franklin".Other articles include: "Sir P. Warwick's Character of Oliver Cromwell" "Number of Protestants and Catholicks in Ireland" "Porter, When First Brewed?" is on beer making; "Question Relative to Name of Jewish High Priest... See More
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Obituary of naval hero John Paul Jones...
Item #675455
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1792 By far, the most interesting item in this issue is the obituary for John Paul Jones.As can be seen in the report he does not get good press in this British publication (not surprisingly), with portions including: "At Paris, in the utmost poverty, the celebrated Paul Jones. This noted desperado appeared first in the cause of Americ... See More
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Obituary of naval hero John Paul Jones...
Item #675454
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1792 By far, the most interesting item in this issue is the obituary for John Paul Jones.As can be seen in the report he does not get good press in this British publication (not surprisingly), with portions including: "At Paris, in the utmost poverty, the celebrated Paul Jones. This noted desperado appeared first in the cause of Americ... See More
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The slave trade... William Wilberforce... General Wayne slaughters the Indians...
Item #675453
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1790 Included is an interesting article on an: "Apparatus of Humanity" with a related full page print captioned: "Apparatus For Communicating Heat to Bodies Apparently Dead". Also a review of a new book: "The Slave Trade Indispensable; in Answer to the Speech of William Wilberforce".Further on under the heading... See More
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The slave trade... William Wilberforce... General Wayne slaughters the Indians...
Item #675452
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1790 Included is an interesting article on an: "Apparatus of Humanity" with a related full page print captioned: "Apparatus For Communicating Heat to Bodies Apparently Dead". Also a review of a new book: "The Slave Trade Indispensable; in Answer to the Speech of William Wilberforce".Further on under the heading... See More
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Obituary of Benjamin Franklin...
Item #675451
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, June, 1790 The most significant item is a report of the death of Benjamin Franklin listed near the back under the "Deaths" column. It begins: "At Philadelphia, aged 84 years and 3 months, Benjamin Franklin, esq. L.L.D. and F.R.S. He was born in 1706..." continuing on with more on his life & concluding with a letter concerning the deat... See More
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Obituary of Benjamin Franklin...
Item #675450
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, June, 1790 The most significant item is a report of the death of Benjamin Franklin listed near the back under the "Deaths" column. It begins: "At Philadelphia, aged 84 years and 3 months, Benjamin Franklin, esq. L.L.D. and F.R.S. He was born in 1706..." continuing on with more on his life & concluding with a letter concerning the deat... See More
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Obituary of Benjamin Franklin...
Item #675449
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, June, 1790 The most significant item is a report of the death of Benjamin Franklin listed near the back under the "Deaths" column. It begins: "At Philadelphia, aged 84 years and 3 months, Benjamin Franklin, esq. L.L.D. and F.R.S. He was born in 1706..." continuing on with more on his life & concluding with a letter concerning the deat... See More
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Mutiny on the Bounty... Captain William Bligh...
Item #675448
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1790 Near the back is one of the more historic naval report of the 18th century, since romanticized by the famous movie, giving a fine account of the mutiny on board the ship Bounty.The report is headed: "Several Memorable Events have lately happened at Sea, which for their Singularity & Importance are worthy to be recorded." which b... See More
Mutiny on the Bounty... Captain William Bligh...
Item #675447
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1790 Near the back is one of the more historic naval report of the 18th century, since romanticized by the famous movie, giving a fine account of the mutiny on board the ship Bounty.The report is headed: "Several Memorable Events have lately happened at Sea, which for their Singularity & Importance are worthy to be recorded." which b... See More
Bunker Hill... Post Revolutionary War engraving...
Item #675442
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1790 Certainly the prime piece is the very nice, full page engraved plate captioned: "View of Bunker's Hill" which is accompanied by a brief article which includes: "...very accurate & pretty drawing of Bunker's Hill, within the encampments of the Generals Howe and Clinton, and Charles Town, as it appeared after being... See More
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Bunker Hill... Post Revolutionary War engraving...
Item #675441
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1790 Certainly the prime piece is the very nice, full page engraved plate captioned: "View of Bunker's Hill" which is accompanied by a brief article which includes: "...very accurate & pretty drawing of Bunker's Hill, within the encampments of the Generals Howe and Clinton, and Charles Town, as it appeared after being... See More
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Bunker Hill... Post Revolutionary War engraving...
Item #675440
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1790 Certainly the prime piece is the very nice, full page engraved plate captioned: "View of Bunker's Hill" which is accompanied by a brief article which includes: "...very accurate & pretty drawing of Bunker's Hill, within the encampments of the Generals Howe and Clinton, and Charles Town, as it appeared after being... See More
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