The Dispatch frequents New York and Paris offices
The Dispatch reports its Pittsburgh origin with postal details and a New York advertising office in room 5 Tribune Building. It notes home advertisers and friends may visit while in New York and mentions sales at Frentene's in Union Square and at 17 Avenue de l Opera in Paris.
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Smithfield
Diamond Streets
Diamond Street
Fasteen
Thibune
New York
THE
Dispatch
Poreien
Frentene’s
Union Square
Ave. de Topea
Paris
France
Postaoe Free Fx The United States Daly Deraton One Year
Fragmentary OCR shows newspaper subscription offers for Daly Dieratos and Paton variants with prices per year month and weekly rates. Repeated garbled names and misread terms prevent clear details. The readable items indicate rate structures for daily weekly and Sunday editions.
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Postaoe
United States
Daly Deraton
Lisratch
Loss to the Railways From Western Pennsylvania Iron Shutdown
The Youngstown special argues railway profits hinge on pig iron and freight flows. A million tons of production lost means three million tons of freight and 2.5 to 5 million dollars in cross revenue vanish. Lower freight charges could revive production, benefiting railroads and iron interests alike, whereas keeping rates burdens production and harms all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Youngstown
Two
Walleys
Pennsylvania
Iron and Steel
Pirebury
Lake Erie
Pennsylvania Company
Tierrafic
Ite
City land purchase critique outlined in council debate
The piece argues against buying large tracts of land at high prices for farming and urges a small, well located farm approach. Mayor Gourley supports limiting acreage and pushing new proposals excluding river front requirements. It calls for careful inspection of offered farms, earlier announced decisions, and safeguards against syndicate speculation, urging purchases only as needed at fair prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Awards
Gourley
State Board of Charities
Couscils
Wage Workers’ Political Alliance Buoys Its Activity
The Wage Workers' Political Alliance of the District of Columbia remains active in current sessions. It recently injected a measure into the Senate via Senator Cali of Florida, aiming at the disposition of an unspecified legislative matter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wage Workers
District of Columbia
Senate
Cali
Florida
Wage Workers' Political Alliance and silk-threaded money plan
The piece criticizes the Wage Workers' Political Alliance for a plan to buy all U S gold and silver mined at fixed prices and melt them into half ton cubical blocks stored at a Colorado assay office. It warns the government would issue silk-threaded declaratory legal tender notes to pay for the metals, printing by hand roller plate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Colorado
United States of America
International questions raised by Siberian imprisonment of American sealer
The piece argues that if an American citizen is seized by a Russian vessel in forbidden waters and imprisoned in Siberian mines, the United States must assert strong protection of its citizens. It questions the compatibility of current diplomatic claims about protecting sailors and flags with the need to challenge Russia and uphold international law. It compares to a Barrundia case and calls for accountability of the Russian government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Siberia
Russia
Department of State
Great Britain
Siberian
United States
Barrundia
Boston
Guatemala
Unbusinesslike Congress Faces Free Silver Debates
Speaker Reed's "business Congress" nears its end amid unbusinesslike conduct. Silver men push free coinage ideas onto likely votes while force bill advocates adopt the same tactic. The Coinage Committee clings to the silver bill as the Speaker lets measures "go over under the rules" that resemble free silver.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reed
House
Charity and Enterprise in Industry Debate
An eminent financier argues that using wealth to create honest employment for many people represents high charity, challenging Carnegie and Gould on defining philanthropy. He notes true charity comes from legitimate business that serves society with equity and broad employment, across steel, mercantile, and transportation sectors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Carnegie
Jay Gould
Gould
Carnegie
Mr. Gould
Goula
Ethical commerce and wage fairness in Gould era finance
The piece argues that true ethics in business require every worker to receive fair wages and for capital to fund full employment. It condemns wealth built on labor deprivation, stock manipulation, and monopolistic tricks, insisting philanthropy cannot excuse injustices. It warns that abolishing corrupt methods would reduce charity and curb vast fortunes like Gould’s.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gould
Canada election issue framed as annexation battle
Sir John MacDonald frames the Canadian elections as a test of annexation to the United States, opposing unrestricted reciprocity and urging tariffs fixed in Canada. The Conservative stance supports a large American continent nation within the British Empire, while the Reform party backs reciprocity. The opposition is invited to adopt the issue for a clear Canadian verdict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sir John MacDonald
Canada
United States
Reform Party
Washington
The Coke Strike Debacle Ends in General Suspension
The Connellsville coke wage negotiations ended yesterday in a broad suspension as over 10 000 workers quit. The dispute threatens a prolonged strike with potential disorder and Hungarian tensions on day one, while calls for conciliation fall on deaf ears amid a market decline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Connellsville
DispaTca
President Harrison Cites Suspicion Over Appointments
A Republican critic complains that after recommending candidates the President said he would have their characters examined. He argues the President’s caution is justified given the noted cages of nominees. The critic says the President’s suspicion has not been active enough to avert bad appointments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrison
Sherman speech ads stir silver coinage debate in panphlet form
The New York Post advertises a panphlet promoting Sherman against free coinage of silver signaling new party lines. Chicago seeks 26 million aid from Congress for the World's Fair, despite a year-old pledge, hinting at a potential boycott stance if aid is not granted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Post
Sherman
Chicago
Congress
Colorado
Reed’s Rules and Reed’s Speak on Union and Silver
The piece casts Speaker Reed as maneuvering within House rules while opposing presidential moves on the silver bill. It notes the Canadian remark about annexation and suggests Reed’s political stance has softened by recent events. The Dispatch hints that One Hurcy’s farewell resembled the Gould Patti scheme and that he has been squeezing Chicago shorts again.
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Reed
Harrison
Hurcy
Dispatch
Gould
Patti
Chicago
Sugar Trust Opinions and Mine Rescue Amid Signs of Change
A New York lawyer reportedly earned 400000 for an opinion in favor of the Sugar Trust while unfavorable views are offered free by courts. The rescue of three miners from a flooded anthracite mine is noted as a rare exception to mining disaster trends. Telephony patents nearing expiration promise cheaper service, though key subsidiary patents may remain with the monopoly. A West cold wave prompts hopes gas firms will adjust to maintain pressure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Sugar
Sangitine
Staeeres Voices Support for Federal Election Law
Mr. Staeeres of the Farmers Alliance of Illinois, a Senate candidate, proclaims support for a Federal election law. The alliance would gain farmers' benefit by avoiding candidates who trade principles for votes, a bid for Republican backing with caution advised.
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Staeeres
Farmers’ Alliance of
Ilinois
United States Senate
Lightning and wealth in London charity schemes
STANLEY'S donation to General Booth's relief effort is called princely though the £500 000 valuation is said to be inflated. The piece questions the Treasury portfolio and hints at plans tied to a dramatic, if uncertain, financial strike.
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Strau
Treasury
Stanley
General Booth
London
Prominent Figures and Gossip From Polished Society
The Prince of Wales plans to attend the wedding of Misa Garner in New York and the Marquis of Breteau in Pau. Other notes mention Charles Villiers entering his 87th year as a long-serving MP, celebrated actors, birthdays, medical celebrations in Germany, a Bremen to New York trip honored by the Emperor, Tyndall’s Irish birth and advancing age, Franklin W. Smith proposing a $5 million Washington arts temple, the Marquis of Lorne drafting a novel in Scotland, Jonny Parsons receiving a $400,000 Sugar Trust fee, and his resemblance to Emerson in youth.
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Prince of Wales
Misa Garner
New York
Marquis of Breteau
Pau
Charles Villiers
House of Commons
Parlament
Bernhardt
Langtry
Fanny Davenport
James Brown Potter
Rupelpr VircHow
Medical
Germany
Canistorfers
Aller
Bremen
Tyndall
London
Franklin W. Smith
Boston
Washington
Smith
Queen Victoria
Marquis of Lorne
Scotland
Jonny E. Parsons
Mr. Parsons
Ralph Waldo Emerson
Emerson
Philosopher
World’s Fair Cuts Staff Amid Retrenchment Drive
The Chicago World’s Fair headquarters begin retrenchment. Assistant Secretary A. B. Hurt and G. M. Miles receive notice of dismissal along with at least four other office staff. Promoter General Handy names R. E A. Dorr as Assistant Promoter as unions press for exclusive labor on the fair building. Director meeting to address the issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. Hurt
G. M. Miles
Davis
Handy
R. E A. Dorr
Getting Together Press Club In Washington Formed
The National Capital hosts a newly organized Press Club after elections. S. H. Kauffman of the Evening Star was chosen president as about 100 journalists paid initiation and joined as charter members. The move marks the first press club formation here in many years and promises success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
New Press Club
S. H. Kauffman
Evening Star
Idaho Legislature to Vote on U S Senator in Joint Session
In Boise on Feb 9 the Idaho House passed 19 to 17 a resolution to ballot for the U S Senator to succeed McConnell. A ballot will be held in each legislative branch tomorrow with a joint session as the plan to decide the Senate seat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Idaho
Borse Crrr
House
United States
McConnell
Claggetecon
South Dakota Senate Ballot Stalls After Twenty Ninth Vote
Legislators in Pierre continue balloting for a U S senator with no election in sight. The twenty-ninth ballot produced little change as Republicans and Independents spread their strength. Many leaders doubt the legislature will elect a senator this session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Dakota
Night life and social critique polishes in old Hazleton musings
A sweeping prose collage contrasts night society with daylight respectability. It rails at vice, luxury, and public morals while skimming political digs, industry woes, and cultural notes ranging from paydays to women’s education and Canada US relations. The piece blends satire with social warning.
Deaths of Dr H B Phillips and Goodwin Coulter
Dr H B Phillips a Penn Avenue dentist died yesterday in his 2th year leaving a wide circle of friends and a tie to Mrs George A MacWilliams He survived a dramatic Johnstown flood ordeal after being exposed for 17 hours and rescued. Goodwin Y Coulter longtime county treasurer died at Seeeinis his wealth and social stature noted Also reference to a Mr bell a Democratic politician who served as a clerk in Coulter’s office.
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H. BH. Phillips
H. H. Phillips
Penn Avenue
George A. MacWilliams
Johnstown
Hia Iy
Goodwin Y. Coulter
Auld Lang Syne
Seeeenis
Che
Bell
Voulter
Bingham Opposes Penny Postage Amid Revenue Deficit
Chairman Bingham of the House Postal Committee says this is not a good year for penny postage due to government revenue shortfalls. The piece notes party organ criticism of prior warnings of a deficit as partisan and malicious.
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Bingham
House Postal Committee
Indignant denial shadows Sun study on body image
Lana Bernhardt counters rumors of weight gain as the New York Sun reports a study on body image and public figures. The piece cites reader reactions and ongoing debates over appearance and media influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lana Bernhardt
New York Sun
The Merry Monarch Delights Pittsburg Audiences
The Bijou presented The Merry Monarch to a lively crowd with sharp wit and clever songs. Francis Wilson leads as the merry monarch with Laura Moore and Miss Jansen delivering memorable numbers. the production impresses with striking costumes and Hoyt scenery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Messrs
J. Cheever Goodwin
Woolson Morse
Francis Wilson
Goodwin
Morse
Mies
Laura Moore
Hing Anso IV
Mr. Wilson
Mr. Plunkett
Marie Jansen
Lezali
Lilita
Gil Clayton
Ambassador Harrison
Hoyt
The Dead Heart Impresses at Grand Opera House
Last night at the Grand Opera House the historical drama The Dead Heart drew strong applause. James O Neill as Robert Landry led a capable cast including Grace Haven and Joseph EB Whiting in a vividly staged production of a Revolution era tale with powerful scenes and a dramatic finale.
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Robert Landry
Merc
Bastile
Lyceum
James O'Neill
Henry Irving
Carrie
Mr. O'Neill
Grace Haven
Catherine
Baron ‘Atour
Joseph EB. Whiting
N. D. Jones
Brain
le Grand
Cerisette
Eleanor Carroll
Crystal Slipper lights up Duquesne with packed crowd
The Crystal Slipper return at the Duquesne draws a crowded house and strong advance sales for the next two nights. Prince Polydore and Miss Montague charm as Cinderella, while Iddy Foy provides comic relief and new songs entertain with local touches. Fraulein Qualits earns an ovation for dancing as Noumars debuts a Swiss themed number. The ensemble’s dancing and chorus receive warm praise.
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Duquesne
Prince Polydore
Miss Montague
Miss Mulle
Cinderella
Iddy Foy
Valetag
Fraulein Clare Qualits
Mile
Noumars
la Clociara
Axella
Signorina Morando
Coryphees
Lost in New York Makes Week-Long Engagement Return
The popular melodrama fills the house twice yesterday as the show begins a week run. Lottie Alter delivers a charming performance as a lively soprano and Baby Ricca Cohn shines as a sweet Little Susie. Gus Pixley leads a smooth, well balanced cast in a polished presentation.
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New York
Lottie Alter
Sonbrette
Ricca Cohn
Susie
Gus Pixley
Honora
Academy Variety Night Draws Crowded House
Harry Willams' Academy and The Hyde Star Specialty Co return to the Academy audience fills the house. Don Latto presents trained monkey troupe while Lillie Weston gets a warm reception. Helene Morn fails to regain old favor but audience enjoys the overall high quality. The academy maintains first class variety standard with bumper houses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hyde Star Specialty Company
Academy
Don Latto
Lillie Weston
Helene Morn
Uncle Tom’s Cable at Harry Davis Museum Delights Audiences
Audiences at Harry Davis Museum enjoy Uncle Tom’s Cable with lively scope and 8 mambrate scale. Characters like Uncle Tom Jade Eve Topsy and a jubilea quartet entertain as donkey bloodhounds and curiosities captivate. The Young Sampson lifts 1,100 and offers to pull against men, with Fiji prince and princess and Clarence Dale among the quirky fixtures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davis' Museum
Uncle Tom
Jatle Eve
Topsy
Sampson
Offera
Fiji
Clarence Dale
Frank 8 Davidson’s Comedy Company at the theater
Frank 8 Davidson’s Comedy Company appeared in Hans the German Detective yesterday. The troupe and the piece drew much laughter. Captain Sidney Hinman, former Coney Island life saving commander, gave a stirring talk about the perilous life of a life saver and demonstrated his equipment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank
Davidson
Hans
Sidney Hinman
Coney Island
Mfe
Hinman’s Boat Trip Attracts Boston Florida Crowd
In Uifesarme a Hinman’s boat sailing from Boston to Florida drew a large attendance despite bad weather. The event featured Prof. Smith and his educated Snes the Mexican glass dancer, and Annie described as the handsomest and fit lady in the world among the notable cuties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Florida
Smith
Snes
Annie
Pleasures of Society Assembly Ball Shines Despite Weather
The Pittsburg Clubhouse hosts a brilliancy despite rain and smaller crowds. Delsartean event today and Lent’s approach mark the last social rush before the period, with two orchestra sections, floral decor, and portraits of prominent society patrons including Mrs BF Jones and Mrs Mark W Watson.
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Pittsburg
BF. Jones
Mark W. Watson
Henry W. Oliver, Jr
William H. Singer
John W. Chalfant
John & Dickson
William H
Enjoyable Musicale by Carroll Club at Orpheus Hall
The L Etable Dramatic Society under Carroll Club staged a lively musicale and dramatic entertainment at Orpheus Hall last evening. The Imperials provided the music with Colonel J B White as prompter, followed by a dancing reception. The committee members include H A Schaub, John J Baker, John B Nugent, Thomas M, F J Brady, John B Kelly, Ed R Baker, and Tr Griffin.
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L’etable Dramatic Society
Carroll Club
Orpheus Hall
Imperials
J. 8. White
Messrs
H. A. Schaub
John J. Baker
John B. Nugent
Thomas M
E F. J. Brady
John B. Kelly
R. Baker
Tr. Griffin
Oakland Day Nursery to Be Enlarged
The Oakland Day Nursery on DeSoto street, started by the Oakland Methodist Church ladies, will be enlarged with a home department for overnight care. A moderate charge will be made, and children will receive care from a competent matron in charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oakland Day Nursery
Oakland M. E
DeSoto Street
Pleasant Event Celebrated by Miss Semple and Miss Macrum
A large reception was hosted last evening at a Se wickiy society residence by Miss Mary P Semple and Miss Mary Macrum. The event marked the twelfth anniversary of the two ladies meeting and their subsequent residence together.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary P. Semple
Mary Macrum
Edmund Russell Delivers First City Lecture
Edmund Russell will give his first lecture this morning at the residence of Mrs. A. E. W. Painter. Curiosity runs high as locals hope to hear the famed Delsartean advocate share words of wisdom in unconventional garb and style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edmund Russell
A. E. W. Painter
Crase
Princeton Alumni Banquet Set at Duquesne Clubhouse
Princeton College alumni banquet planned for this month at the Duquesne Clubhouse. About five alumni members will share college songs and stories in the magnicent assembly room.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Princeton College
Duquesne
Mardi Gras Ends as Licenses Soar Before Lent
The city reports 27 marriage licenses issued yesterday, a sharp rise over the usual pace. Officials note Mardi Gras as the last day before Ash Wednesday and the start of Lent, prompting heightened activity in civil ceremonies.
Sewickley Clubs Stage School Tonight in Choral Hall
The Sewickley Valley Club presents ScHool in Choral Hall this evening with an entirely new cast aside from Miss Whiting. The March fancy dress German is set for the Sewickley Assemblies in Choral Hall with a committee including Reed Wolcott Nevin Doyle Mudie Tate Jr. Carnegie Hall concert features Messra Webster Henricks and Mlle Clementina de Vere. Also noted are travels to Cuba and local social events at Cyclorama Hall Armory Hall and Masonic Hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sewickley Valley Club
Sewickley
Colin McF. Reed
Darwin Wolcott
R. P. Nevin, Jr
Charles Doyle
W. G. Mudie
J. M. Tate
Carnegie Hall
Messra, Webster and Henricks
M‘lle
Clementina de Vere
Mm Axp Mes
New York
Cuba
Ansert D. Laeiest
Silvery Leaf Social
Armory Hall
Silvia Circle
Masonic Hall
Allegheny
Dean
Emsworth
Mary L. Jackson
Linden Club
Kansas Legislature Nears Adjournment After Fourth Week
Torexa February 9 reports the Kansas Legislature enters the fifth week with 20 days left before adjournment. Over 600 bills had been introduced and few emergency measures disposed of, and none of notable importance had come to a vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Torexa
Pauncefote Contemplates Car Conversation in Philadelphia
A British minister may nod to strangers in a street car but Sir Julian Pauncefote will likely uphold a strict policy against engaging on delicate topics. The article hints at caution in public settings and the minister’s guarded stance amid casual chatter in Philadelphia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Julian Pauncefote
Pittsburgh the Great Center of Iron and Steel
The Chattanooga Times proclaims Pittsburgh as the great center of iron and steel leadership. It asserts the United States is the king’s capital and throne, with rivals behind in steel production. It predicts the U S will exceed all others in iron and steel output by century’s end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chattanooga
J Tron
United States
New South Wales
M@Mt
Taien Towsthor
India
China
Straits Countries
Austria
United Kingdom
France
Germany
Senator Cameron and the Senate’s silver lure
The article warns Senator Cameron that looking at silver in the Senate has backfired, biting like an adder and stinging like a serpent, reflecting disillusionment with perceived temptations and corruption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Cameron
Senate
Stage Robbers and counterfeit money in Texas debate
A Dallas News item ponders whether a citizen with pewter dollars handed to highwaymen could be judged as passing counterfeit money by a federal court. The piece weighs the legal liability and the perils of vigilante justice in a frontier setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas News
Duty free for American grains and drinks in Brazil
The New York World discusses a Brazil tariff proposal that would grant duty free access to American corn wheat rye and barley and asks whether the phrase manufacturers of them extends to whisky and beer and whether these alcoholic beverages qualify for the same exemption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York World
Brazil
Peffer Victory Sparks Concern Among Readers
The Leadville Herald Democrat notes Peffer cried upon election to the Senate and fears such emotion may become contagious among his constituents before this term ends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leadville
Peffer
Curious Condensations of 19th Century News Snippets
A collage of brief notes ranges from a locomotive repair cost and census figures to prize fights, scams, and travels. It mentions Burns first editions, London tramways, and the microphone’s use with photography for tremor records, plus notes on Indians in the US and Beekeeping yields.
A Few Fleasanjtries From Various Papers
A collage of quips and exchanges from Detroit Free Press and other papers. Jokes touch on proposals faith and wages, census spirits, fading fabrics, wedding duties, and gift gossip featuring a range of playful misstatements and comic misunderstandings.
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Teems
Charity and Enterprise
Cormelfot
Atlanta Constitution
Sam Jones
Heaven
Columbus
Rudyard Kipling
America
Harrisons
Mia H
White House
Wen
Ef Peffer
Fiehd
Kansas
Farmers’ Alliance
Shetaee
Home Securities
Jack Frost
Jupiter Pluvius
Forticyers
Jerseymmas
Unscue
Sam
Windom
Wirnour
Uoole Sam and
New York Herald
John Macdonald
Miss Canada
Merry Monarch
Wilson
O'Neil
Grand Opera House
Harris’ Theater
Harry Willams’ Academy
Harry Davis’ Museum
World's Museum Theater
Princeton
Kansas Legislature
Pitteburg
Texas
Areca
Coe
Sonoma
Towa
Charles Jones
Sam P. Jones
Cartersville
Ani
Jim ¥ Say
London Vegetarian Society
Bordeaux
Lana
Cccnanionae Wien
Sturgeon
Passeas
Maine
5. A. Rideout
Cumberland Center
Italy
House of Representatives
Sritisn
Wounded Knee
Kelly
Oni
Asia
Africa
Anangel
Indianapolis Journal
Shortalecres
Montana
Seattla Telegraph
Denver
Mae
John
Mary
Detroit Free Press
Jewalers
Faustique
Rockiyn Hagia
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