Desertion in a comic opera case sparks legal debate
In Frank Moulan's divorce suit, a question arises if desertion by a comic opera comedian is justifiable. The piece notes Minister Wu not being accredited to the U S government yet serving as a sage, and compares China and Concord. It also mentions New York apartments with private wall safes for valuables, avoiding bank safe deposits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Moulan
United States
China
Concord
New York
Sugar-coated pill inventor dies in Philadelphia
The chemist who is said to have first manufactured sugar-coated pills died in Philadelphia recently. His principal achievement is now commended to debating societies as a large question about whether making pills easier to take was a public benefactor or not.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Government Mosquito Control Trials Recommend Measures
Trials of plans to destroy mosquito pests favor draining marshes and stagnant pools where possible. Where drainage is not feasible kerosene should be spread on water bodies. Introduction of sticklebacks minnows and other small fish is advised to curb larvae.
modest English writer in Tunbridge Wells home studio
In a gray house near Tunbridge Wells lives Sara Grand author of The Heavenly Twins. She works in a sunny bay windowed den, furnished with window seats bookcases rugs and fine paintings. On her mahogany desk sits an engraving of Duniey Hardy’s London destitute poor to keep the suffering in view.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tunbridge Wells
England
Sarah Grand
Duniey Hardy
London
London Review on Monroe Doctrine War Belief
The London Saturday Review argues war between the United States and Germany is likely over the Monroe Doctrine. It asserts that America’s stance against South American theft or allowing others to seize it would invite European suppression as a nuisance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Saturday Review
United States
Germany
South America
Europe
Heat loss from cold baths sparks London tests
An London study reports that immersion in a cold bath raises bath water temperature briefly. In two minutes a subject warmed water from 50 to 56 degrees F. On average one gallon heats 9.6 degrees per minute, equating to about 2.5 horsepower. Observers note a healthy man emits heat equal to lifting eight pounds of water 1 degree per minute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Two Mosquitoes Named as Major Disease Vectors
The piece contrasts two common mosquito species as the spreaders of malaria and yellow fever with dramatic flair. It likens hidden crimes to serial attacks by tiny nuisances and praises detectives and sanitary science for exposing and combating these two villains.
Silk industry expands to fit the nation
The Silk Association of America report shows capital in mills more than five times 1870 levels and operatives over fivefold. Raw silk imports rise sixfold while manufactured silk imports drop from about one dollar per person to forty cents. The note ends with a jab about blushing and a quack cure involving gentian and a wineglass of infusion twice daily.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Silk Association of America
Railway expansion in the United Kingdom in 1801 to present
The text notes that in 1801 there were no railways in Scotland or England as understood today. It states today the UK rail network reaches about 22,000 miles of line, built at a total cost around £1.3 billion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scotland
England
United Kingdom
Aguinaldo Seeks U S Visit to Study Language and Institutions
Washington May 26 A report says former Filipino chief Aguinaldo desires to visit the United States to study its language and institutions so he may better aid his countrymen under American control. The Philippines plan of government by the commission is under review by Secretary Root and President McKinley, with electoral franchise extended to many residents while excluding tax delinquents and those who joined the insurrection after April.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
War Department
Aguinaldo
United States
Philippine Islands
Root
Hostilitien
Philippines
Philippine Commission
Department
Secretary of War
McKinley
Insular Bureau Ofcials
TEACHERS FOR PHILIPPINES Transport Plan Worries Officials
Secretary Root and Col Edwards of the insular bureau weigh using a transport ship for 1000 teachers bound for Manila. With army ships lacking state rooms, officers occupy available space. Edwards proposes setting aside a transport with fitted state rooms. The Philippine commission urges rapid deployment before the next school year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Root
Col. Edwards
Insular
War Department
Philippines
Manila
Rout
Philippine Commission
Secretary of War
Abolishing Red Tape in War Department Regulations
Washington May 26. A war department order amends army regulations to permit procurement of supplies and services by oral agreement when time for advertisement is lacking. It also allows condemned military stores and public property to be sold for cash at public auction or to the highest sealed bidder, with suspension possible to obtain better prices except for condemned animals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
War Department
Washington
Army
MacArthur to Command Dakota Department in U S
Gen MacArthur to command the Department of Dakota in Washington after a possible short leave. Brigadier General Fred D. Grant and Major General J C Bates will return to their stations in the Philippines. Major General S B M Young will take command of California and Columbia departments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gen. MacArthur
Department of Dakota
Washington
United States
Fred D. Grant
J. C. Bates
Philippines
MacArthur
B. M. Young
California
Columbia
Gen Blood at Work in Eastern Transvaal Action
A great concerted movement under Gen. Blood against the Boers is proceeding in the Eastern Transvaal. Commandant Viljoen attempts escape north but has not succeeded. Columns under Gen. Blood engage in sniping with burgher parties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Transvaal
Cape Town
Blood
Viljoen
Empire State excursion steamer beached near Brookville
The Empire State, a Folger line excursion steamer and among the fleet's largest, ran aground near Brookville Ontario with nine feet of water in the hold. All 500 passengers were saved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ogdensburg
N. Y
Empire State
Folger Line
Brookville
Ont
Rumor Of General Buller Recall From Lancashire Visit
A London dispatch reports a rumor that General Buller has been suddenly recalled from Garswood Hall in Lancashire where he stayed as a guest of Lord Gerard. The recall is said to have come via a telegram from the War Office disclosed in New York summons to Duller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duller
New York
London
Gen. Buller
Garswood Hall
Lancashire
Lord Gerard
War Office
Will Entertain Americans City of Mexico Sends Chan Santa Cruz Expedition
The Mexican government will immediately dispatch an archaeological expedition to Chan Santa Cruz, the holy Maya city, which recently fell into government troops’ hands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City of Mexico
Chan Santa Crus
Settlement land lease sparks regional tension
The Korean government leases 425 acres at Ma San Po in Japan to establish a settlement, a plot previously sought by Russia. The agreement marks a rare cross border land use decision amid historic rivalries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
Ma San Po
Russia
Engagement News Announces Lady Mary Back Sille and Hamilton Dent
The society page records the engagement of Lady Mary Back Sille to Hamilton Dent, noting formal announcement and forthcoming marriage plans. The couple becomes a prominent listing in local social circles, with both families contributing to the union.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Backsille
Hamilton Dent
McKinley Visits San Francisco and Reviews Volunteers
In San Francisco on May 25 President McKinley met federal officials and sought a job for Ritter, a Civil War veteran with a lost leg. He reviewed the Forty-fifth and Forty-sixth infantry at the Presidio and attended multiple civic events, including a monument project shovel ceremony and a G A R reception. The day highlighted his informal receptions and thanks from veterans and local groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
McKinley
Irving Scott
Ritter
San Leandro
Presidio
Philippines
Union League Club
Ohio Society
Mexican War Veterans, Plonkers
The
Native Sons
Union Square
Admiral Dewey
Manila Bay
G. A. R. Posts
Revision of Creed Occupies Presbyterian Assembly
Philadelphia May 25 The Presbyterian general assembly began debate on revising the confession of faith with eloquence and calm order. Leaders presented views as the assembly examined proposed creed changes, Calvary Church overcrowded with throngs seeking admission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Presbyterian General Assembly
Calvary Church
Man Killed for Intervening in Child Discipline
Chicago May 25 A brick mason Benjamin Atkins was killed last night for interfering with a father chastising a child. Saloonkeeper Daniel D McCarthy is under arrest charged with causing Atkins death after a running fight. Atkins died after confronting McCarthy who was whipping his five year old. Several bystanders attempted to lynch McCarthy but police arrived to avert the mob.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Benjamin Atkins
Daniel D. McCarthy
Atkins
McCarthy
Heirs Near Settlement in Gilman Estate
Frazer J. Gilman of Atlanta reports no protracted litigation over George Gilman estate. He says the contest has near a settlement and expects adjustment and partition in the next weeks. Heirs seem inclined to avoid fight and divide the estate into shares.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilman
Atlanta
Frazer J. Gilman
George Gilman
Bridgeport
Conn
Cortelyou Said Near Promotion to Cabinet Post
Washington May 25 Rumors say George Cortelyou secretary to the president will soon be promoted to a cabinet role. Despite denials the chatter persists that Postmaster General Smith may retire and Cortelyou could take his place in the administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith
Washington
George Cortelyou
Cortelyou
Indictments for Election Frauds Hit St Louis Officials
St Louis May 25 140 indictments from the April grand jury name Michael J Gibbons John L Lillis R H Johnson and Frank A Mulligan latest clerks at the last municipal election charged with making false election returns Frank Auslinger indicted on the charge of repeating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Michael J. Gibbons
John L. Lillis
R. H. Johnson
Frank A. Mulligan
Frank Auslinger
Edison Proposes Light-Weight Battery For Vehicles
Edison announces a new light-weight storage battery that experts say could solve profitability issues in using electricity to propel vehicles and boats. Edison believes the invention could revolutionize road and water traffic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edison
New York
Thomas A. Edison
Germans Getting Tips by Visiting U S Shipyards
New York May 25. A Schwarz chief constructor of the German navy and Prof. Ernest von Halle have arrived to study American industrial methods for their government. They will tour Cramp and Newport News shipyards and the Baldwin locomotive works.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
A. Schwarz
Ernest von Halle
Cramp
Newport News
Baldwin Locomotive Works
Double Murder Arrested Near Swan River
Winnipeg report states William Vickers, resident three miles from Swan River, was arrested on suspicion of poisoning his newborn and held criminally responsible for the mother’s death. Local feeling is strong amid the case. In Chicago, a gasoline explosion at 657 North Wood Street killed Mrs. Mushenberg and her baby, occupants believed to be alone in the house.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg
William Vickers
Swan River
Chicago
North Wood Street
George Mushenberg
London Plans Welcome for New York Chamber Guests
London prepares to entertain New York chamber of commerce members visiting in June. They are expected to be received at Marlborough House by King Edward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
New York Chamber of Commerce
Marlborough House
Edward
War Claims Payment Received by Governor Stone
Governor Stone of Pennsylvania reports a United States warrant for 102213.06 dollars as part payment of the state war settlement account. The funds cover expenditures during the Civil and Spanish-American wars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Stone
Pennsylvania
United States
Banks dispute idea of large US international credit balance
New York bankers state there is no large international credit balance for the United States. They argue the country is borrowing from Europe via the foreign exchange market, with debt in long sterling to be settled later as grain and cotton crops are shipped abroad. Misinformation has circulated on this topic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
United States
Europe
Mowest
T. M. Roberts’ Supply House
Minneapolis
Minn
Lipton Delays Cup Races One Month For Shamrock Repairs
New York May 26 The New York Yacht Club will postpone cup races by no more than one month while Sir Thomas Lipton repairs the damaged Shamrock I. Lipton cables that six weeks are needed but would accept Sept 21 if preferred. The club reply expresses willingness to grant the needed delay and to forward amended agreement if required.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Yacht Club
Lipton
New York
Challenge Committee
Sir Thomas Lipton
Thomas Lipton
Challenge
Shamrock
Royal Ulster Yacht Club
Divorced Woman Wed Former Coachman in Ohio Town
Mrs. Kirk D. Bishop, recently divorced, married her former husband’s coachman H. F. Blucher in Keng Ohio near Cleveland. Kirk D. and Lida D. Bishop wed in 1881. Mrs. Bishop’s 1899 divorce petition cited drunkenness and cruelty. a 1900 decree granted her $250 monthly alimony for life and $100,000 in securities held by Guardian Trust to secure support for four children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Kirk D. Bishop
H. F. Blucher
Keng
Ohio
Here
Kirk D
Lida D. Bishop
Bishop
Guardian Trust Company
Presbyterian Assembly Favors Revision of Faith
Philadelphia May 26 The Presbyterian general assembly defeated an amendment to dismiss the revision of the confession of faith by a large majority and voted to continue consideration after two days of debate. Leading exponents nationwide argued their positions as the subject drew thorough analysis of the creed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prenabyterian Assembly
Philadelphia
Presbyterian General Assembly
George D. Baker
Unknown Derelict Seen Off South American Shore
Port Townsend May 26 reports an unknown derelict floating in mid ocean off the South American coast. Capt Johanessen of the Chilean bark Royal Sovereign sighted it April 2 in longitude 16 S 128 W, completely submerged except for two masts about thirty feet above water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Port Townsend
Wash
South America
Valparaiso
Johanessen
Royal Sovereign
Explosion at Universal Colliery Sparks London Alarm
May 26. An explosion struck the Universal colliery at Senghenidd in the Rhondada valley. About a hundred men were underground when the blast occurred, and rescuers hope to save any survivors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Universal
Senghenidd
Rhondada Valley
Italian Agent Arrest Spurs Demand for Reparation
Constantinople May 26 Italy demands immediate reparation from the Porte following the arrest of an Italian postal agent at Preveza. If not granted, Italy threatens to dispatch warships to exact satisfaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turkey
Constantinople
Preveza
Porte
Italy
Explosion in Natal quarry injures and missing natives
An explosion in the Campbell quarries near Natal injured two Europeans and several natives. Twenty eight natives are reported missing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cape Town
New Campbell
Natal
Carnegie’s Latest Gift to Four Scotch Universities
Glasgow announces a £2,000,000 donation from Andrew Carnegie to establish free education in Edinburgh Glasgow Aberdeen and St Andrews. He specifies that beneficiaries must be his Scottish yellow countrymen only, excluding English Irish colonials and foreigners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carnegie
Glasgow
Scotland
Andrew Carnegie
Edinburgh
Aberdeen
Bt. Andrews
Washington Kansas File Suit to End Water Diversion
Washington and Kansas seek U S Supreme Court action to stop Colorado from diverting Arkansas River water for irrigation, alleging injury to their state. The move aims to halt the water diversion and protect regional water rights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Kansas
United States Supreme Court
Endj
Colorado
Arkansas River
Explosion wrecks Chicago house injuring two
Brief items report a gasoline blast in a Chicago residence injuring two people. The rest notes a diplomat’s wife accused of looting in Pekin, Secretary Root ordering reorganization of five infantry regiments, Chancellor von Buelow preserving Bismarck relics, tariff talks with China, Porto Rico’s $400000 in US treasury, and Dr. Thomas Rumbold’s death at 71 in St Louis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Pekin
Root
Count von Buelow
Bismarck
United States
Porto Rico
Thomas Rumbold
America
Europe
St. Louis
Markets Show Broad Grain and Livestock Quotations
From St Paul to Chicago and Sioux City prices for wheat corn oats rye barley and flax advance or ease across multiple markets. Highlights include Wheat No 1 hard at 74 1 4 to 76 1 2 cents in Minneapolis and Chicago prices around 75 76 cents for No 2 red. Live cattle hogs and sheep values listed for St Paul Chicago Sioux City and Milwaukee with varied ranges and bid figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul
Northern
Minneapolis
Duluth
Milwaukee
Wis
Chicago
Sioux City
Iowa
Texas
South St. Paul
New American Hymn Debuts at May Festival
At the Cook County Sunday School Association concert in Chicago the new American hymn Half Thou Land by God Selected was premiered. Composer W Conrad of Chicago led a 1000 voice chorus with orchestra and organ, drawing enthusiastic applause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Cook County Sunday School Association
Wvas
W. Conrad
Militiamen Strike At Nebraska Prison
Lincoln May 26 eight soldiers from the state militia at the Nebraska State Prison refused to work after authorities extended their six hour shift by two hours. They will be summoned for court martial on mutiny charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska State Prison
Lincoln, Neb
State Militia
State Prison
French wine tax cut boosts consumption by half
Paris May 26 The minister of finance M Callaux announced at a cabinet council that the new liquor law greatly lowered taxes on wines and ciders and as a result consumption rose 50 percent during the first four months of the year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
M. Callaux
Jury Acquits Man in Iowa McGarry Murder Case
The Dubuque jury returned a verdict of acquittal in the McGarry murder trial after more than two weeks of testimony and proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dubuqque
Iowa
McGarry
Paris Subsidy Promises Direct France Canada Steamship
Paris grants a subsidy to a proposed direct steamship line between France and Canada matching a measure approved by the Canadian parliament. The aid aims to boost maritime links and commerce between the two nations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
France
Canada
Coroner Recommends Prosecution in Mesmeric Death Case
Coroner Sharkey at Hamilton Ohio returns a verdict that Frederick McClure a child was allowed to die without medical attendance by Mrs Arah Muhlemah a disciple of the mesmeric school. The coroner urges criminal prosecution against the woman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sharkey
Hamilton
Ohio
Frederick McClure
Arah’' Muhlemah
Massacre and unrest as Pekin guards evacuate
Disturbances rise after evacuation of Allied troops in Pekin. An armed 5000 strong group calling itself Boxer massacres native converts and overpowers Chinese troops. Court refuses to return to Pekin until foreign troops depart. Central government powerless. minor expeditions sent by Count von Waldersee and Britain to police districts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pekin
Pkin
Boxer
Count von Waldersee
Jealous for Cuba Paris Press attacks Kinley speech
The Paris Presse denounces American attitude toward Cuba and Kinley’s New Orleans speech. It says Cuban patriots vow to renew the struggle, warning insurrection could erupt with bloodshed. Cubans will fight for liberty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
The
Presse
Preaslé
Bick Kinley
New Orleans
Cuba
Emperor restricts reporters at public functions
Berlin May 25 Kaiser William orders reporters barred from all functions where he speaks. The emperor directs entourage and police to prevent stenographic reporting or note taking of his speeches, restricting press access at public appearances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kaiser
Berlin
William
Fight the Whisky Trust Rival Distilling Company Opens
Chicago May 25 After eight years of whisky trust domination a local independent rival emerges the Hammond Distilling Company of Hammond Indiana. Contracts are let for a new distillery with a 6000 bushels per day corn capacity and an output of 25000 gallons of high wines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Distilling Company of America
Chicago
Whisky Trust
The
Hammond Distilling Company
Hammond
Ind
Destruction of Taku Forts Advances Slowly
In Tien-tsin on May 25 officials report the demolition of the Taku forts is underway under the powers agreement but slowed by the risk to nearby properties. Several weeks are expected to pass before completion as many valuable guns have already been blown up with dynamite.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tien-tsin
Taku Forts
Tragic Fire Ends Kate Daugherty Life
Kate Daugherty, seventeen, set herself afire at home in Peoria Illinois pouring gasoline on her clothes and lighting a match. She died two hours later after saying no one cared for her. In New York wheat futures dominate trading as stock exchange members move large volumes. Pan American exposition visitors include Vice President Roosevelt and French ambassador Cambon. Pretorius, first president of the South African republic, dies at Potchefstroom after a brief illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kate Daugherty
Peoria
Ill
New York
The
Stock Exchange
Werldorf-Astoria
United States Steel Post
Produce Exchange
Roosevelt
Buffalo
N. Y
M. Jules Cambon
France
Gov. Durbin
Indiana
Midway
Pretorius
Johannesburg
Marthinus Wessels Pretorius
Dutch African Republic
South African Republic
Potchefstroom
Roosevelt to visit Cripple Creek after Rough Riders camp
Vice President Roosevelt plans a visit to Cripple Creek in late June following the Rough Riders encampment in Colorado Springs June 23 to 25. The trip aims to boost public support and showcase national enthusiasm for the veterans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rough Riders
Cripple Creek
Colo
Roosevelt
Colorado Springs
Dispersed Carmelt City Nuns Restricted to Pairs
The Carmelite nuns in Mexico may not stay in private houses except in pairs. If three or more religious persons who have taken monastic vows share a roof the law is violated. There is no intention to trouble religious teaching fraternities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City of
Mexico
France Faces Dire Finances as Crisis Looms in Paris
In Paris the minister of finance warned France is hastening toward financial ruin. He deplored the steady drop in both commercial and industrial activity and urged urgent remedial action to avert collapse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
France
Cross Marks Guide's Death in Alpine Tale Exchange
A fragmentary Alpine exchange references a cross marking where guide Peter fell and died on one side of the mountain. Travelers on the other side see a similar cross. A plea for money for Peter's wife and children is noted amid the exchange.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter
Piso's Cure All Throat and Lung Remedy Endorsed
Vanburen Indiana February 10 1900 an unsigned testimonial asserts Piso's Cure is the heat medicine we ever used for all affections of the throat and lungs claiming strong relief from ailments as treated by Wa QO Enpsist
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vanburen, Ind
Coincidental Deaths Across Families Reported
The London Chronicle recalls cases of spouses dying within minutes of each other, noting Canon Scott Moncrieff and his wife at a Dublin site and a Dublin bishop years earlier. It cites twin-related cases and similar events such as George and John Smith of Peckham dying on the same day and Ada Deller twins found dead in Lam beth on the same date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott Moncrieff
Clonmel
Waterloo Road
Dublin
George
John Smith
Peckham
Ada Deller
Lambeth
London Chronicle
An Estimate First Mars Man Life Dialogue
An exchange contrasts Earth and Mars inhabitants noting Earth fools and Martian beings. The Mars Man says Earth's fools are smaller but coarser, while Martians are finer. The dialogue centers on atmospheric conditions and perceived quality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earth
Juicy allusion and odd adage mix in quip heavy note
The passage uses playful proverbs about appetite and digestion, with a joking line urging Adams' Pep sin Tutti Frutti as a cure. It then pivots to a joke about the devil defending faith, suggesting a need to revise the creed. The overall tone is satirical and conventionally era specific.
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D. R. Sragerme
Linton, Emmons Co
N. D
U. S
trol—Filipino Commission
Teachers For Philippines
Wrialey
Favors
NEW American Hymn
Chance For Archaeologists
Tive
Joe Wheeler
Peruna
Sullivan, Roach
McEnery
ACTU
Ae Sone
Land of Plenty
Zuaalevegrtment of Interior
Ottawa
W. Ritchie
Grafton
Washington, D. C
N.E. V. Corus
Cretes
Thompson
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