DuBuque banquet and Nebraska debate stir local politics
The article notes a DuBuque Democratic banquet honoring A C Dodge and G W Jones, amid talk of Nebraska politics and a controversial dig at Judge Douglas’s defeat. Col James D Test arrives in town and hosts at the Barrett House as locals await news and prepare for winter campaigning.
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DuBuque Express
Democrate of
DuBuque
Hons
A.C. Dodge
G. W. Jones
Bernhert Benn
Thei
Congress
Weil
Nebdraske
Douglas
Llinets
Nebreske
Liquor Licenses Approved in New Orleans by Voters
New Orleans citizens supported the liquor sale licenses by a five thousand vote majority on the tenth instant. The note on Bank Tave’s assets suggests confidence among business merchants despite liabilities, urging noteholders not to submit to a share. The Know-Nothings in Massachusetts face internal questions over caucus leadership after their anticipated gains.
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New Orleans
Bavn Oy
Doctrines of Islamism and a Patriarchal Occupations List
The article notes that Islamism teaches no man is above his destiny and each may learn a vocation. It references a curious Ma tedja list of occupations held by patriarchs, caliphs, sultans, beginning with the first ten.
Escape of an American from Mexican prison
Correspondence from Acapulco notes Capt. H. Stroker and his party escape from imprisonment and reach port on October 30. They report harsh条件s, a strict blockade by the harbor, and orders to prevent entry of vessels under threat of death. The piece also covers Guerilla activity led by Col. Encarnacion Alvarez, Santa Anna’s commissioners struggling to sell property, and hopes for lower prices and flour supply as the rainy season ends.
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Acapuco
H. Stroker
United States
Mexico
Thomas Vozen
Dorwiss
Encarnacion Alvarez
South
Santa Anna
Rio Grande News Sees Mexican Movements and Trials
The N C Picayune reports from Brownsville and Matamoros as of mid November that Gen Wolf is summoned to Mexico City and may depart for the capital from Matamoros. Deserters are shot at Mata moros, and U S Commissioner Parker in Matamoros has discharged suspects connected to a neutrality breach. Capistran Garza and revolutionaries gather in Brownsville planning a new campaign, with Capistran and about 30 officers under U S examination for neutrality violations. Carvajal is named chief commander with favorable maintenance of confidence among the faction.
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Browneville
Wolf
Mexico
Matamors
Capitol
F. J. Parker
U.S
Matamoros
Brownsville
Capistran
Garza
Revolution Army
Ro Grande
Brownsvylle
Campagn
New Orleans
Carvall
Co’ Setalis
U. S
Violet Gour
Carvajal
Fillion Tere
Missionary Appropriations by General Missionary Committee
The General Missionary Committee and Board of Managers of the Missionary Society of the Methodist Episcopal Church met in this city on the 15th and 16th inst. and approved year 1855 appropriations for foreign and domestic missions. Foreign funds total 75,707 with allocations to Liberia, Africa, China, France, Norway and Sweden, and South America. Domestic missions total 164,083 covering German populations, other foreign populations, Indian missions, and native populations across 38 conferences. Aggregate appropriation amounts to 239,790. The committee included Rev. Dr. Bangs, Rev. George Gray, Rev. J. P. Wright, Rev. George Webber, Rev. C. W. Hont, Rev. H. W. Reed, Rev. W. H. Collins, with Bishops Waugh, Scott, and Simpson present.
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Methodist Church
General Missionry Committee
The
Missionary Society of the Methodist Episcopal Church
Methodist Episcopal Church
Dr. Bangs
New York
George Gray
Western
J. FP. Wright
Ohio
George Webber
C. W. Hont
H. W. Reed
Jons
W H Collins
Piclager
Waugh
Scott and Simpson
N. Y
Eve
Belvidere Bank Denies Failure in 1854 Notice
President Alex Neely of the Belvidere Bank writes to clarify that the bank continues business as usual and that reports of its being broken are incorrect. The Belvidere Tribune note is corrected to reflect ongoing operations.
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Bervipess Banx
Belvidere Bank
Belvidere
Lil
Alex. Neely
Per Geo. J
Bow-r
Breach of Promise Trial in Bangor Supreme Court
Elizabeth A Green sues Chas DeWolf of Odtown for breach of promise of marriage. Damages asked reach 10,900 dollars. Defendant, editor of the Odtown Index, offered sentimental poetry as evidence. Jury awards plaintiff 1,625 dollars at trial.
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Bangor Mercury
Elizabeth A Green
Chas DeWolf
Odtown
Odtown Index
Mise Green
de Wolf
Widow Reunites With Masked Suitor After Severe Injury
A French widow describes meeting her former lover who was badly scarred after a failed suicide attempt. He recovered from his injuries, and she, though unrecognizable at first, eventually agreed to marry him after months of adjustment.
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Courier du Nord
France
Frich
German Unity and German Politics According to Ronge
John Ronge argues that 1848 49 brought partial German unity via popular confederation but was thwarted by absolutist princes and diplomacy from Rome France and Russia. He notes England supported Russia and Prussia faced pressure from the Czar, making renewed opposition to Russia unlikely without overturning governments. He contends a revolution is hard and press and meetings may be suppressed.
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Rome
France
Russia
Schlewig
Holtein
Denmark
Prussia
Germany
Passa
Frankfort
Cza
Nicholas
England
Burrows Forges Trade Link With Japan In Lady Pierce
Silas E. Burrows sailed from San Francisco six months ago aboard the clipper Lady Pierce, outfitted at his own expense to open trade with Japan. A private San Francisco letter confirms his success and outlines the progress made.
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Silas E. Burrows
San Francisco
Lady Pierce
Visit to Japan Yields Warm Reception and Gifts
Dean reports a highly successful twenty day stay in Japan with ample hospitality, no guns, and honors from the Emperor. He notes five thousand spectators for the Lady Pierce reception, contrasts with Commodore Perry's squadron, and claims the Emperor ordered similar gains for him and his party.
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Dean
Japan
Com. Perry
Jeddo
Duz No Skee
Perry
Di-zo-no-skee
Lady Pierce
Com Perry
Acelon
Notice to Correspondents From Thomas Benton
Thomas Benton declares he will not correspond through the St Louis post office for those in the state who misuse the appointment power. He criticizes nullifiers backing Mr Pierce and accuses them of endangering the Union and destroying harmony and peace. St. Louis, November 17, 1454.
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St Lous City
Pierce
Thomas 4
Benton
St. Louis
Cholera Ravages Messina and Palermo Across Sicily
Advices from Sicily report cholera wreaking havoc in Messina with eight hundred to eleven hundred deaths daily. By Sept 16 half the population is said to be dead, animals affected, physicians fled, and volunteers sought. Naples and Palermo see rising deaths, totals reaching thousands.
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Ithenia
Morton
Sicily
Messina
Newgh Horme
Palermo
Essina
Naples
Messine
N. Y
Hog killing under way as prices settle in market
About three hundred animals were driven to the knife yesterday with favorable weather. Prices cited include 3.50 and 3.25 per 20 pounds, reflecting buyer pressure and farmer reluctance. Credits used in Cincinnati and Indiana, while Beardstown pays 3.00. St Louis reports only city purchases.
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St. Louie
Beardstown
State
Thanksgiving Proclamation Calls for General Observance
The notice urges business suspension on Thursday the 30th to honor the occasion. Citizens and merchants urged unity in observance, condemning frivolity and urging sincere gratitude. The office notes no paper will be issued on Friday.
Baker Family to Perform at Marion Hall Tonight and Tomorrow
An advertisement in this morning's Telegraph announces the Baker Family, famed for past Marion Hall concerts, will appear tonight and again tomorrow evening. Their prior performances drew crowded, delighted audiences and require no further introduction.
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Telegraph
Baker
Marion Hall
Great Battain Reinforcements to Replace War Casualties
England plans to send 4000 reinforcements within a week to restore the British force to about 39 900 infantry plus cavalry and artillery. The London Observer notes heavy casualties in an army of slightly over 30 000, with recruitment needed to fill gaps.
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England
London Observer
Burlington Market Booms with Fresh Groceries Supplied
H. E. Hunt reports another large grocery lot arrival and more on the way. The Burlington market is well supplied, reassuring country merchants that Burlington remains the best place to buy dry goods and groceries.
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Monae Gaoceniss
H. E. Hunt
Burlington
Ernested Wien Faces Harsh Winter Conditions
The text notes earnest cold winds and snowfall in Wien. Fuel is expensive and scarce, rents are high, and money is tight for the poor. A gloomy outlook looms with ample opportunity for benevolent aid.
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Wien
Officer acquitted in Fort Snelling court martial case
Captain Dana, accused U S Army officer, was tried by court martial at Fort Snelling and acquitted of all charges. Major Wood alleged illegal conduct disobedience of orders neglect of duty and fraudulent conduct over procuring lumber from a St Paul saw-mill tied to a partial ownership claim.
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Acgrit- Teo
Dana
Fort Snelling
Wood
Cap'ain Dana
Fort Ridgely
St Paul
Atwae
Population trends in Ireland through the nineteenth century
The report records a decline in Ireland’s population over five years with figures from 1805 to 1850s. 1805 near five million, 1814 six million, 1824 seven million, 1837 eight million, 1846 8,386,940, and around 1850s about 6,551,970. It notes two million loss in the recent period.
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Ireland
Express Route Between New Orleans and San Francisco Proposed
The San Francisco Herald reports a plan with Adams & Co to run an express line from New Orleans to San Francisco. Steamers Orizaba and Mexico would link with the express, which would then connect with Panama mail steamers at Acapulco. Travel time expected to drop to fifteen days, with express news nine days after the Panama mail steamers.
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New Onleans
San Francisco
San Francisco Herald
Adams & Co
Orizaba
Mexico
New Oceans
Vera Cruz
Express
Panama Mail
Acapulco
New Orleans
Pavama
Arctic accident engineers dispute boiler salvage claim
A New York Journal of Commerce writer notes that if the Arctic boiler bulk had been thrust into air filled pockets, it could have supported the entire structure. Builders of the engine concur with this assessment.
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New York Journal of Commerce
Arctic
King of the Sandwich Islands cloak costs a million dollars
The piece, described as a costly cloak for the king, is said to be worth about 1 million dollars. It features rare feathers from hard to catch birds, with each bird yielding only two feathers, and procuring them costs nearly half a duller per feather. If the Sandwich Islands are annexed by the United States, ownership of the cloak would be in question.
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OUF
Chris Woul
Earth
The
Sandwich Islands
United States
Wendy
Fescold
Wiek
Inventor from Fredericksburgh Introduces Fast Husk Corn Device
EP John J. Bullow of Fredericksburgh Virginia unveils a corn husker machine that shells and husks in one motion. The ear with husk enters the mouth and clean corn and cob exit separately. Capacity about four hundred pounds per day.
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John J. Bullow
Fredericksburgh
Pirate fleet defeated by allied naval force in distant sea
A May 19 letter from China reports a naval squadron of French Portuguese and American ships attacking sixteen pirate vessels. After sharp fighting two pirates were captured and the remaining ships dispersed.
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KBA
China
Law Penalizes Unlicensed Pilots and Officers
Congress enacts penalties for serving as pilots on steamboats without a license and for officers who employ unlicensed pilots. Two convictions under the law have been recorded in Columbus, with additional prosecutions underway.
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Congress
Columbus
Death by Self Hanging of Metholist Clergyman
EP R v. C Bartott reports a clergyman named C Bartott from Metholist denomination died by hanging himself at Dari Court a short time ago, in a case heard by the Empire Province court.
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R v. C. Bartott
Dari- Ct
The Exchange Bark of Robert Codd Stopped Payment
The Exchange Bark of Robert Codd of Buffalo has stopped payment and several commercial houses are said to be involved in the matter.
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Robert Codd
Buffalo
Market mood lifts as gloom fades across trade
The piece notes improved sentiment amid a broader downturn with fears of a deeper crisis easing. It cites declines in stocks from recent shocks such as Schuyler fever and Western bank panic, yet argues gold holdings cushion liquidity and notes limited export drains and lower London rates.
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Meaetary
Schuyler
Europe
China
London
N. Y
Indian conference in California debates removal of tribes
Gen Wool and Senators Gwin and Weller attend a Grand Indian Conner in California where King Weiman argues natives should stay on their lands while opposing Chinese removal. The discussion questions policy of opening Pacific territories to immigration and settlement, highlighting native dignity and conflicts with eastern migrants.
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California
Wool
Gwin Aud Weller
Col. Henry
Jeter
Tehawe Reservation
King Weiman
Weim
Pacific
N. Y Sua
Book Depository Earned Over Fifty Thousand Dollars
The Chicago Democrat, via the Advocate, reports that by March 31 1854 the depository recorded eighteen months of operation with book sales totaling thirty four thousand dollars and periodical business twenty two thousand? Wait. The summary states eighteen thousand dollars for periodicals, totaling fifty two thousand dollars in sales.
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Chicago Democrat
Advocate
Tne
First Rate Nortice From Hon Mike Walsh Letter
Hon Mike Walsh denounces a rival political faction in a New York meeting report. He condemns their mercenary motives and perfidious shifts in principles, accusing them of clinging to a failing platform and consuming lies to prop up weak leaders and public finances.
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Mike Walsh
N.Y
Tasso
Residing American Tours Russia Sees Imperial Circle
A traveler in St Petersburgh, writing from the Louville Journal, recounts meeting Count Neeselrode the Foreign Affairs minister who praised the Emperor and offered introductions to high command. He notes plans to attend a review with 40 000 troops and doubts war ending soon, predicting a protracted campaign despite English reports of poverty.
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Lerree Room
Russia
Louville Journal
St. Petersburgh
Neeselrode
Ravel
Sebas
Crimea
England
South Carolina in Union Comment Quip
The Louisville Times quotes a senator-like remark on South Carolina within the Union. It suggests constitutional methods to remove South Carolina and warns of risking conquest and tribute, but concludes with a joke about having “one fool in the family.”
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South Carolinna
Louisville Times
South Carolina
United States
Swindling Case Ties to Bank Failure Near Tiffin
In our county a sharp swindle connected to a bank failure is reported. Mr. Andersen sold his farm about a month ago for 3000 dollars and was paid in funds from the Kentucky Trust Company at a Tiffin bank. The bank then closed its doors weeks later, leaving Mr. Andersen with the loss of his farm’s value.
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Benk
Andersen
Kentucky Trust Company
Anerson
Faith and Law: A glimpse of Virtue in Prose
A fragment discusses the best divinity the best law and the best policy with emphasis on temperance and physical well being. It contrasts divine guidance with earthly codes and moral discipline. The text hints at a philosophical stance valuing virtue and restraint.
Funeral Observance Echoes Franco English Grief
At Meecha de St. Arend’s burial, French and English crowds united in mourning as the coffin was covered and a cannon saluted in sign of grief for Christan Gen ere.
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Remaemsare
Meecha de St. Arend
France
England
Seem
Mussieman Cannon
Christan Genere
Convicted captain linked to slave voyage in this city
In the United States Circuit Contesting in this city Captain James Smith was convicted for involvement in the African slave trade. Evidence showed he bought the brig Julie Moulton in Boston, recruited crew, and carried out a voyage that landed hundreds of enslaved people on the African coast and were sold ashore under orders from a purported consular official before the ship was burned.
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United States
James Smith
Withers
James Wilis
Smith
L Mos
Portugese
Boetur
One of Good Hope
Africa
Cubra
Ambroezetra
Cubs
Willie
Marcelus
Stein
Seth
Cabinet change anticipated after Congress meets
New York dispatch claims unquestionable authority reports a cabinet reshuffle and foreign appointments soon after Congress assembles in mid January. The New York Historical Society celebrated its 58th anniversary with Bancroft s dignified oration at Niblo s Theatre and a grand Astor House banquet.
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N. Y
Powder Explosion Destroys Marlboro Drag House
A powder explosion at the drag house of Jacob Jonnean in Marl bore township Montgomery County killed Henry Whistler and his son Jowa and completely destroyed the structure.
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Bel'imore
Jacob Jonnean
Marlbore Township
Montgomery County
Henry Whistler
Jowa
Money matters improve as confidence grows in Cincinnati
Cincinnati on November 20 reports improving money matters and rapidly gaining confidence. Exchange declines and buyers are selling at four percent.
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Cincinnati
Confiderce
Cuba Proclamation Sparks Enthusiasm in Havana Rumor
From New Orleans dated November 21 the steamer Black Warrior carries a Havana rumor of a general retreat within days. Local Cuban residents reportedly show wild enthusiasm while one city paper prints a bold proclamation from the Cuba Cid. Other papers doubt the report.
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Havana
Cuba
Local Grain Prices Mixed Amid Market Fluctuations
Readable prices show Wheat at 1001.06 per bushel and Flour at 6.75 with 7 25 for Corn at 46 cents per 56 pounds. Potatoes listed around 3,000 83 50 with 55 75 as figures.
Four Men Arrested After Wintham Bank Heist Recovery
Last night the $22,000 stolen from the Wintham Bank was recovered at Allen's Point. Four men were arrested by the sheriff as they prepared to board a New York bound steamer at Pont. The remaining funds were found on the beat. Suspects are unnamed. described as unscrupulous and accomplished thieves.
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Wintham
Allen’s Point
Sherif
Pont
New York
Lodig-Dim Ful
Guteel
Fire at Jndean's Hotel in Brooklyn causes evacuations
A blaze at Jndean's Hotel, 59 Broewey Street, New York, spread rapidly from a defective furnace. The fire forced occupants to flee from upper windows using fire escapes. Many guests and servants escaped, but several rooms and much furniture were damaged or destroyed. fears of casualties were reported.
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New York
Jndean’s
Broewey
Mers. Brady
Sam Foote Anecdote From The Wirr Quarterly Review
The Quarterly Review recounts Sam Foote in a tale at a man of rank’s table. Foote’s story is interrupted by a courteous correction from Mr. Puote who, adjusting the joke, remarks the company knows better, and the moment ends with quiet humor.
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Sam Foote
Quarterly Review
Mr. Puote
Puote
Political Reform Proposals Echo Across States
The Maine paper notes evolving views on political reform amid criticism of incumbent systems. It highlights arguments linking Kansas and Nebraska to larger aims of free state establishment and thwarting perceived evil plots, with strong emphasis on unity and decisive action.
Congress of American Ministers Mock Diplomacy at Otend
A New York Evening Post critique portrays a rumored Congress of American ministers at Otend as a private spectacle. It argues ministers fled posts, cost taxpayers, and produced a foolish mock diplomacy aimed at Spain. The piece questions authority and mocks public perception of U S foreign service.
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T. Piere
Legstior
Spain
United States
Black Sea
Congress
Daniel E. Sickles
Legion
Bucnanan
Mily Farre
Otend
New York Evening Post
Do Not Disobey Parents Even As A Child Reader
This piece urges young readers to heed parental guidance and avoid disobedience. It warns that defiance leads to regret when elders are gone and emphasizes obedience as essential to moral growth and safety. It also reflects on hardships faced by poorer children and the value of kindness to mothers.
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Barret Hose
Albany Journal
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Newh
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Omar
Ali
Mohammed IL
Solomon the Great
Achmet I
Achmet II
Selim I
Deas
Ottoman Empire
Salem
Mass
Register
Elier Cummings
the Register
Etucky
Mm Oto
Georgetown
Newry
Lwis, Beery
Allen Young
Sevie
Mer
Allen
Lewis Young
Aberdeen
Lew
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Shelon
Boies Whittaker
Fforle
Breser
Soubtiens
Maysville
Tribune
N. C. Picayune
Tue
Rio Grande
Wm. Mason
Staples
Brazos Saniago
Galveton News
Liberia
Cove
Soree
Norway
South America
New Mexico
John Ronge
London Daily News
Burrows
Hoxonone
Springfield Park Market
Savannah
Sandusky
the Herald
Messrs. Baty
Judson’s Llo’e
Imeares
Saath
Wm. Turk
United States Army
Newark
Cuicaco
Nebraska
Kansas
Neber
Maine
Congress OF American Ministers
St. Amere
St. Lome
Artic
Primeeter Ad Oriental Company
Primeeter Ad Oriental Company's Beate
Et-Wardle
Cabedeout En Leck
Bond
Psthological Society of London
Dayton
One
Shengtse Company
Hellowell
Sufala Bink
Boston
Dennel
Thorpen
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