Mississippi Legislature Debates Hobbs Insurance Bill Defeated
Mississippi legislators discuss the Hobbs measure to require reinsurance firms to invest reserves in state securities. The bill failed in the Senate amid opposition from life insurance interests. Other actions include university investigations reports, a $5,000 supplemental school fund mainly for county use, and a $7,7500 appropriation for a Confederate monument at the state capitol.
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Jackson
Im Missie Securities
Ittee
Oxford
Howe
House
San Francisco
Senate
State Capitol
Walker Bill Advances to Create State Highway Agency
The bill moves toward creating a state highway department and state highway commission, with an office of highway engineer and a state aid program for counties. It provides for establishment, construction, and funding, including appropriations to carry the act into effect.
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Cemste
State Highway Department
Estate
State Highway Commission
Umderstow
Brewer
Deaf and Dumb Institute Investigation Report
The committee found the Deaf and Dumb Institute wisely administered and praised the superintendent and board of trustees for efficiency and prudence. It called charges of extravagance and mismanagement frivolous and unfounded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deaf and Dumb
Deaf and Dumb Institute
Cpos Te Im
Burkitt Bill Reopens Debate on Old Capitol Repair
The text notes lawmakers wrestling with the Burkitt Bill to repair the Old Capitol and shift state activities there. A proposal to relocate several state functions to the building, including use, war and insurance, surfaces with votes to spare.
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Capitol
Ite
Burkitt
Senate Passes Numerous Bills in Busy Session
The senate dispatched business rapidly and passed many measures including a penitential appropriation bill with a $500 privilege tax on labor agents. It also makes wife desertion a misdemeanor, authorizes municipalities to establish sinking funds, and extends chancery court authority in winding up corporate affairs in liquidation.
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Senate
Chancery Courts
Legislature OKs selling convict farms to spur immigration
The lower house adopted the Hemphill resolution proposing that after state convict farms are developed they be sold in small tracts. The plan aims to encourage immigration and use lands bought for convict labor.
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Hemphill
Ate
Increase Number Senators Resolved in Mississippi House
Resolution by Senator Minor of Noxubee county to increase the state senate to 48 seats and allot three new senators to South Mississippi was accepted by the house and deemed satisfactory to South Mississippi.
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Minor
Noxubee County
South Missisippi
House
Mississippi
Bank Regulation Bill Clears Senate After Debate
The bill for regulation and inspection of state banks passed the senate after lengthy discussion. It provides for supervision of all banks and banking institutions chartered by the state.
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Senate
Delta County Proposal Faces Committee Setback
Unfavorable report from the committee on local and private legislation blocks the bill to form a proposed Delta County from parts of Yazoo, Washington, Holmes and Sharkey counties.
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Delta
Yazoo
Washington
Holmes and Sharkey Coun
Mississippi House Funds Oyster Industry Development
The legislature approved forty six thousand dollars to be used over the next two years for developing the oyster industry along the Mississippi coast.
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Mississippi
Outside Landowning Bill Aims To Bar Nonresidents
The Mississippi senate passed a Bailey substitute prohibiting outside corporations from owning land for agriculture. The measure, nearly duplicated from House Bill 3009, adopts amendments making the act effective January 1, 1913. It faced strong floor opposition and could return to the house if amendments are rejected.
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Jackson
Mississippi
Senate
House
Governor Signs Bills Expanding Tax Exemption and Credit Rules
Governor approves measures to exempt money loaned at six percent or less from taxation and outlines no immediate debt readjustment. Farmers' Unions praise reform of the state's financial system, while lenders prepare to adjust credits as laws take effect January 1.
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Brewer
Mississippi
Farmers’ Unions
McLaurin Bill Aims to Strike Fellow Servant Rule in Railroads
The McLaurin proposal would abolish the fellow servant doctrine and hold employers liable for acts by any servant. An amendment would render written contracts that alter parts of the act invalid. The measure, seen as drastic against railroads, would apply to both frontline workers and kitchen staff, removing excuses of fellow servant negligence.
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McLaurin
Emeer Tee
Senator McLaurin
Shirh
Reid
Mississippi House Debates Pension Roll Reforms
The Mississippi House debated removing alleged Civil War era Black servants from veteran pension rolls. After tensions, lawmakers reached a compromise to trim black pension benefits to twenty dollars, ending with a partial reduction rather than full removal.
Disappearance of County Prosecuting Attorney Bill Stirs Farmers Union
Farmers Union members in the Segilsture express concern over the demission of a measure tied to the county prosecuting attorney. The long-commonly opposed bill faced strong hostility within the union and to the office, triggering worry over legislative action.
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Goer
Selssix
Segilsture
Uma
Mississippi Labor Agent Tax Bill Advances
A provision to license and tax labor and immigrant recruitment agents in Mississippi was moved for passage by Mr Stennis on the ways and means committee. The bill would levy 509 dollars on each agent to curb drain of labor from Arkansas and Alabama, seen as harming local plantings. It passed the chamber 8 to 10.
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Mississippi
Stennis
Ways and Means Committee
Arkeneas
Alabama
Salary Bill Fought by Chancery Clerks and Sheriffs
The judiciary committee met with chancery clerks and sheriffs protesting a bill to place officials on salary. They argued the change would damage efficient service built under the fee system. The bill passed with an amendment affecting only the sheriff's department. Meridian votes $5,000 annually to Matty Hersee Hospital, Lauderdale County adds $2,000, legislature at least $700. The hospital operates as a charity institution.
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Chancery
Judiciary Committee
Aherifffs
Sheriffs’ Department
Meridian
Matty Hersee
Lauderdale
Bill Tightens Penalty for Liquor Sales
The House approved a bill to increase penalties for selling or gifting liquor. The measure makes a third offender a felony, and it now moves to the Senate for consideration.
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House
Senate
Mississippi livestock appropriation cut for 1912
The Mississippi Live Stock Sanitary Board expected a $50 000 appropriation for 1912, but it was reduced by $10 000 to $40 000. The pen used to sign the anti tipping bill was presented by Speaker Quinn to Representative Johnson of Lowndes county at a special request.
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Mississippi Live Stock Sanitary Board
Quinn
Johnson
Lowndes County
Tientsin Looted by Mob as British Troops Restore Order
Rioting in Tientsin Saturday night left fires burning in fourteen districts while mutinous soldiers looted the Pei Yang mint and silver stores. British and other foreign troops faced Chinese forces, with officials seeking aid to restore order as violence disrupted the city.
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Tientsin
Dix
Pei Yang
Peking
Tientam
Feng Tai
Somerset Regiment
Te Varet
Teo Hritih
Restore Indian Statutes In Indian Territory Roles and Effects
An historical note outlines restoration of old Indian Territory laws including enforcement by United States courts and appointment of federal commissioners. It mentions wharfage of liquor cases, deputy marshal duties, and penalties for illegal liquor transport and distribution under prior statutes.
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Muskogee
Ogl
Victor
Sofier
United States Court of Appeals
Friedmasa
Senate Threatens To Block Southern Appointments
Report from Washington states that some Senate members threaten to stall confirmations of all Southern appointments after convention season to push federal pressure on postmasters and other officials to support Taft’s renomination.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Senate
Taft
Campaign Against White Slavery Planned by Vigilance Association
Washington reports a secret, well-funded effort to curb white slavery. Banks merchants philanthropists and educators have joined in New York and Chicago to form the Vigilance Association in cooperation with the Department of Justice, consolidating major anti trafficking groups.
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Washington
United States
Department of Juntice
New York
Chicago
Vigilamce Association
Negro burglar strikes Jacksonville family in Brooklyn suburb
German merchant S. Silverstein and his wife were injured when a daring burglar attacked their store and home in Brooklyn suburb. The wife is hospitalized with a fractured skull while their two children, a boy and a girl, are badly hurt. The crime was discovered when the girl, bleeding from a head wound, crawled outside and told of the assault.
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Deal
Brooklyn
Debt paid after forty seven years with interest noted
Yonkers New York reports Edgar Bowen records repayment of a $50 debt from Confederate Howard Ross of Corinth Mississippi after the surrender of Appomattox. With forty seven years of interest at 6 percent the total comes to $191. The check came from Homer Louisiana where Ross now resides. Ross borrowed the funds to buy a horse and later returned to farming. He was expected to send the due amount two weeks ago.
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Yonkers
Edgar Bowen
Howard Ross
Corinth
Miss
Geo. Lee
Appomattox
Bowen
Homer
Ross
Canal Zone Seizure Aids Financiers and Panama Treaty Denial
U.S. Senate debates Taft to submit correspondence with Colombia over the Panama Canal seizure. Senator Hitebeork accuses Roosevelt of conspiracy to dismember Colombia and seize canal property for foreign capitalists. Debate cites imperial motives and treaty breaches amid calls for transparency.
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Washington
Senate
Taft
Colombia
Panama Canal
Hitebeork
Nebraska
Roosevelt
Panamea
United States
Freeh Paname Canal Company
Senater Miteherick
Calembie
United States seeks closer ties with Latin American republics
A state dinner hosted by Panagea's president Ratette Chinn honored Mr Keown as Secretary Rae declared U S policy favors amity and prosperity with the American republics. Aristides Arjona urged mutual trust while Rae stressed unity beyond past misinterpretations and centuries of shared history.
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Parama
Philamir
Rae
Americas
Panagea
Ratette Chinn
Keown
Poiging
Pasemes
Aristides Arjona
United States
Daltet
Thane
Uatel
Six Month Cotton Movement Report Summary
The report from February 1 to March 1 shows a rise in monthly cotton movement compared with last year. Total February movement reached 1,547,208 amid a six month period totaling about 2,450,000 in sight, edging past year figures and marking the best year to date.
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Liester
Aml
Confederate Veterans Parade Planned in Macon Next May
Confederate veterans in Macon will hold their annual reunion parade next May after the general reunion committee adopted a resolution. Irvine Walker, head of the Confederate Veteran commandery, acted without authority and without regard for Macon's rights in ordering the feature abolished. The usual parade with dignitaries and escorts will proceed as customary.
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Irvine Walker
Macon
Kentucky Referendum Legislation Reported in Five-Year Review
A Frankfort report surveys Kentucky referendums and initiatives over the past five years. It highlights tax revision provisions and legislative actions, noting how referendums have shaped state law and governance.
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Frankfort
Kentucky
Knox Arrives in Costa Rica With U S Officials
Secretary of State Knox and his party reach Costa Rica from Panama by train after landing in Port Limon aboard the armored cruiser Washington. Salutes were exchanged with shore batteries as Knox was greeted by a reception committee led by the port governor.
Intervention Opposed by U S House Leader After Talks
Chairman Sulerr of the house foreign affairs committee said he opposed any United States intervention in Mexico after discussions with President Tait and state department officials. State department advices stated President Madero sought prudence in handling the revolt and suppression of outlawry.
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Washington
Sulerr
House Foreign Affairs Committee
Tait
State Department
United States
Mexico
Madero
Bert H Franklin Fined For Corrupt Jury Pay
Los Angeles reports Bert H Franklin former chief detective in the McNamara defense confessed last week to using money to corrupt jurors in the celebrated case and was fined four dollars.
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Los Angeles
Bert H. Franklin
McNamara Defense
Last Wek
Arrest Follows Death of Dr. H C Spencer in Gainesville
In Gainesville Florida Harry G Welch was arrested on a warrant charging him with the overd ose death of Dr H C Spencer as preparations began for his funeral. The incident centers on the alleged overdose leading to legal action surrounding the famed physician funeral. The case highlights local tragedy and pending investigation.
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Gainesville
Fla
H.C. Spencer
Harry G. Welch
Spencer
Mexican secretary denies massacre prediction in telegram
Arrows private secretary to President Madero, Juan Sanches, repulses a telegram reported here that claimed he predicted a massacre of Americans if U S troops crossed the border. The secretary denies making such statements and calls the report false.
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Madero
Mexico
United States
Federal inquiry opens into textile mills at Lawrence
The federal Bureau of Labor will immediately investigate wages and working conditions at the textile mills in Lawrence Moss. The inquiry aims to determine compliance with labor standards and to assess safety practices across the mills.
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Washington
Federal Bureau of Labor
Lawrence
Moss
Spy to Be Tried by Mexican Court in Tijuana
American George Lebrasky faces trial by two Mexican military courts in Tijuana, Lower California, on charges of spying and former rebel status. If convicted, death is the penalty likely to be imposed.
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San Diego
Cal
George Lebrasky
Tie Juana
California
Tragic Accident in Hopkinsville Involves One Year Old
In Hopkinsville Kentucky Leslie Hayes age one was accidentally shot in the head when a pistol fell from a pocket. The child was reportedly cutting stone when the mishap occurred.
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Hopkinsville
Leslie Hayes
Lord Tennyson Fined for Missing Name on Carts
Lord Tessyson Fined at Isle of Wight petty sessions for not displaying his name on wild cans and carts as required by law. magistrates impose a four pound penalty.
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London
Lord Tennyson
Isle of Wight Petty Sessions
Directors Accept Resignation of Thomas F. Ryan
In New York the directors of the American Tobacco Company accepted the resignation of Thomas F. Ryan, signaling a leadership change at the firm. The move follows ongoing corporate realignment and comments from other board members about future strategy.
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New York
Directors of the American
Mexican Rebels Capture Juarez in Border Clash
Rebels under Francisco Del Toro engaged federal troops near Juarez as the mutiny pushed toward El Paso. Reports say 30 rebels were killed or captured while others fled. authorities anticipate upheaval easing after the brief engagement.
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Guadilejare
Vexico
Francisco del Toro
Jean de Amele
Heage
Tate
Hughes Guilty of Murder in Memphis Case
In Memphis Tennessee J Waghe was found guilty of murder in the first degree in the death of Tommy Dolan. The verdict carries life imprisonment or death by hanging with possible reviews by the state Supreme Court and gubernatorial clemency. The defense spoke of hardship as the man faced his fate.
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Memphis
Tenn
J. Waghe
Tommy Dolan
State Penitentiary
Supreme Court
Rouges
Kentucky Night Riding Sparks Grand Jury Special Session
Hopkinsville Kentucky reports of night riding in Christian county led to an immediate grand jury session. Whippings were allegedly carried out near Kennedy with authorities contacting residents by telephone. County Judge Knight left for Kennedy to conduct a thorough investigation.
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Hopkinsville
Keneety
Christian County
No Pension for Veterans in Alabama Deficit Forces Cutbacks
Montgomery Alabama officials warn the state treasury is weak and many 1800 session appropriations will be cut. Confederate soldiers will receive no pensions for the fourth quarter due to funds shortfalls. payments cannot be met when due.
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Ala
Merchants Refuse to Sell on Blue Sunday Signage Appears
The Sunday ban on selling fruits extends to all shops including bug stores news stands cigar stores and confectioneries as signs reading Blue Sunday appear at doors. Local merchants abstain from sales reflecting enforcement or social custom of the day.
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Sapuipe.&la—Merchants
Taft Grants War Veteran Admission to Army Hospital
Washington reports President Taft announced an exception for Capt. J. W. Myers of Jackerville Florida to be admitted to a government hospital. Senator Fletcher said Myers suffers from chronic rheumatic condition and cannot obtain relief elsewhere, with Hot Springs Arkansas the intended location. The president gave no special order.
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U. CV
Washington
Taft
J. W. Myers
Jackerville
Fla
Army
Mary How Patent Hot Springs
Ark
Fletcher
Capt. Myers
Hot Springs
Longworth Declines Involvement in Delegates Selection
Ohio congressman Nicholas Longworth returns to Washington after Boston visit and says he will not participate in selecting delegates to the Chicago convention. Longworth had already endorsed Taft’s renomination weeks earlier.
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Washington
Nicholas Longworth
Ohio
Theodore Roosevelt
Boston
Chicago
Longworth
Taft
American man ordered to pay weekly alimony in beauty dispute
Chicago case of Albert Kosiiski who married an 11 year old girl in Poland then left her. In court he admitted her beauty did not compare to American girls and was ordered to pay $5 a week for a long time. Municipal Judge Goodsman issued the alimony order.
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Chicago
Albert Kosiiski
Kosiiski
Poland
Municipal Jmige Goodson
Cardus Helps Woman Recover Illness and Weakness
A woman recounts relief from dizziness headaches and near fainting after using Cardot. She reports improved appetite sleep and energy, credits her husband for providing the bottle and urges other women with similar symptoms to try it. The ad-style letter claims Dr. or doctor endorsement and personal recovery.
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Mr @eetor
Waldert-Astoria tribute and playful chatter at New York gathering
Alber Morris Hagler received congratulations at the Waldert-Astoria in New York on his success. He credits his achievement to surrounding himself with known talent and thorough entertainment knowledge. A remark by Mr Bagby prompts a humorous exchange about marriages and divorces, reflecting light social chatter from the St Louis Globe Democrat.
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Alber Morris Hagler
Waldert-Astoria
New York
Sds
St Louis Globe Demarrat
Different Faiths Clash With Scientific Diet Theories
The piece notes religious thinkers dispute core beliefs while scientists disagree on every point. It cites debates on eating with meals, meat versus vegetables, and talking versus silence at the table as examples of conflicting views shaping daily life.
Mayor Gaynor Defends Anticuffrage Viewpoints
New York Mayor Gaynor reiterated anticuffrage opinions noting women have their place and men theirs. He recalled a Lady Holland anecdote about cabinet posts and a remark on women opening letters to illustrate his stance.
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Gaynor
New York
Lady Holland
Lord John Russell
Lord Holland
Lord Jobs
Bad Beginning Reflects Jiggers Preface in Speech
The line shows Jiggers avoiding the phrase Believe me as he speaks, noting his habit to start remarks with caution. This quirk highlights his cautious storytelling style and creates a thematic impression of credibility and doubt in his narration.
Daffins Describes Pill Size Compared To Golf Ball
Daffins notes a pill appears as large as a golf ball to him and wonders how he can still eat green peas despite the perception.
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Daffins
Woman Doctor Links Coffee Poison to Headaches and Pain
A woman recounts relief from long standing neuralgic headaches after switching from coffee to Postum. She recalls severe weight loss from 149 to 110 pounds and gradual recovery, noting improved nerve strength and clarity after two weeks and months of use.
Swamp Root testimony from Mrs D E Hileman
A witness testifies to dramatic relief from kidney trouble after using Swamp Root. She describes years of suffering, multiple doctors, and near invalid status before taking the remedy and sleeping through the night. Notary Joseph Miller confirms the sworn statement dated September 11, 189.
Prohibition style sample offer and storm accident tale
An advertisement promises SeempReet tonics and a sample bottle with a booklet on kidneys and bladder, urging readers to buy Regular Sfty-cest bottles at drug stores. In a separate incident Dennis Flynn, caught under a tree during a thunderstorm, was blown twenty feet by a blast but resuscitated and unharmed, triggering Mrs Flynn’s mix of terror and relief.
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Kilmer & Co
Mra Fiyse
Dennis Fiyne
Dennis
Tenets
Ecole Alware
Mra Fiyns
Morning resolve defies hesitation in brisk wakeful leap
The quip notes a person rises with urgency despite cold dawn. It highlights decisive action, suggesting a mindset that acts before overthinking. The line evokes a brisk, practical attitude and a wry observation on motivation.
Castoria Ends 30 Year Signatures Banner
An old advertisement promotes Fletcher’s Castoria with the claim of its signature In Vee for over 30 years. The piece targets parents of infants and children, urging careful examination of the product’s labeling.
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Fletcher
Out of Date Contortionists Attract Less Demand
A short remark notes that ventriloquists or contortionists are no longer sought as attractions, with a dismissive view of their act and a sense of diminishing interest.
Damaged Notice Notes Road and Fence Observations
Fragmentary wire fencing and roofing mentions appear with garbled text about stock safety and a trial order. A motorist remark describes road conditions on descent from mountains as mostly good despite a few bad spots. The readable portion hints at construction material issues and a mismatch of phrases.
Alware bold fast to love and tender guidance quoted
Fragmentary quotation notes about forgiveness and moral conduct attributed to F W Robertace and Hurtos, urging goodness as the path to better outcomes.
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Alware
F W. Robertace
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