TARIFF TIDAL WAVE AND IRISH FINANCIAL DISPUTE
London report describes a rising protectionism tide spreading across Europe and the debate over free trade led by Sir Michael Hicks Beach. It also covers Irish financial troubles within McCarthyite and Parnellite factions, including fund releases, overdrafts, and calls for Liberal subsidy denial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sir Michael
League
Tenants’ Defense League
McCarthy
James F. Xaver
O'rien
J. J. Clancy
Ir. McCarthy
Kontagne
O'Brien
Timothy Harrington
Aix O'Brrien
Boulogne
Air, O'Brien
Damages Awarded in Libel Case at Queen's Hotel
Louise Rotter, wife of a Hartlepool master shipman, sued James Weir Graydon exUS Navy officer and explosives firm manager for libel. Jury assessed damages of £250 after Graydon accused Rotter of authorship of an anonymous letter. Rotter denied writing the letter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erie Mixcuam
Warwackshire
Queen's Hotel
Louise Rotter
Hartlepool
North Sea
James Weir Graydon
United States Navy
Graydon
Boan
Af Rutter
Jeter
Italian Minister to Rome Summoned by Rundini
Stenoresman, the Italian Embassy Resident Minister in Paris, arrived to confer with Marquis Di Radini in Rome on potential financial dealings between France and Italy. The talks aim to secure Italian treasury guarantees and seek a reduction of import duties on Italian goods entering France.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Rundini
Rowr
Stenoressman
Paris
Marquis di Radini
Lans
Marquis de Radini
Pari
Keeping It Quiet A London Society Scandal Rumor
Rumors sweep high society of a second divorce in London with the co respondent named as Mr A Bartlett and a leading member of the House of Commons as petitioner. Friends suppress facts while ministers and spouses seek quiet settlement, with hints of an American departure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loxpos
Lk —Society
i'Shen
Snother Divorca
A. Bartlett
House of Commons
Don Cumming Plans Madeira Journey Before Libel Suit
Don Cumming contemplates travel to Madeira and possibly a visit to his brother who runs a ranch in America. He will not return to London until just before the date fixed for the bearing of his libel suit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don Cumming
Madeira
America
London
Bankruptcy filed against International News Company over Galignani's Messenger
A bankruptcy petition was filed today against the International News Company, owners of Galignani's Messenger in Paris. A receiver will be appointed and a damages suit of 100000 dollars was brought against James Gordon Bennett, who is in Nice, with liquidation of the Messenger likely to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loxpow
International Newsproper
Galignani’s Messenger
Paris
Joseph William Chitty
Paris Eatter
The
Herald
James Gordon Bennett
Bennett
Nice
Messrs
Lewis & Lewis
Messenger
Beautiful Blue Danube Freezes Over Far Inland
In Viera on February 18 a Danube stretch from Melk to the Austro-Hungarian frontier lies under 15 feet of ice. The ice extends nearly 100 miles along the frontier and forms alpine glacier like crevasses with blue water visible beneath.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Viera
Danube
Jer
Melk
Lower Austria
Austro-Hungary
Mass of Treasure Returns to Bank of England From France
A 7,500,000 francs loan to the Bank of England from the Bank of France was fully repaid with the final installment arriving in Paris on February 1. The bullion transfer was guarded by detectives and the money was returned in the original packages. Interest charged totaled 62,500 francs.
Bismarck Alarmed by Threatened Proceedings
In a dispatch from Dunlat's Cable Company dated February 15, authorities report Prince Bismarck was sent to Lepdon with important documents after threats of legal action. The move signals heightened concerns over impending proceedings and the handling of sensitive records.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pans
Figarov
Prince Bismarck
Lepdon
Belgium Seeks Mutual Concessions on Tariffs
Breussers reports negotiations are pending between Belgium and the United States for mutual concessions on the customs tariff. The talks aim to ease trade barriers and improve fiscal terms between the two governments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Breussers
United States
Italian Politics and the Dreibund in Focus
Rome reports Count Jacini outlines the National Conservative programme including decentralization and neutralizing the Vatican abroad. He argues the Dreibund should not renew and that war with France should be localized with Austria and Italy only to pacify the victor. The piece notes broad interest in political circles. The dispatch covers Bismarck, German policy, and Franco German artistic exchanges in Paris with Empress Fredericka's planned studio visits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Jacini
Cavon
Ricasoli
Newa Antologia
Vatican
Italy
Germany
Alsace-Lorraine
Fratvee
Austra
Revision of Confession Moderated by Committee
The Revise Confession fell short of full change as some dissenters kept limits in the final form. The altered Confession is viewed as more aligned with modern ideas yet still less stringent than the Westminster standard. The precise amendments await the Revision Committee report due at the General Assembly in May.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Westminster Divines
Revision Committee
General Assembly
Receiver sought in Louisville New Albany and Chicago line
Stockholders and directors clash over an alleged plan to issue 2.5 million dollars in stock to finance the railroad. William L. Breyfogle denies meetings or increases, as stockholder W. Alley seeks a receiver in Chicago claiming a conspiracy with Henry S. Ives to wreck the company and boost capital to seven and a half million.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Souisville, Kew Albany and Chicago Railroad
New Yorke
Louisville, New Albany and Chicago Railroad Company
William L. Breyfoole
Brazil
Cook
Clay Countes
French Lick Springs
Loansville
Indianapolis
Lees
Breyforte
Sit
Breyfogle
Hroyfogle
Brerfocie
W. 3. Alley
Chicago
Tuley
Alley
Breyfegie
Henry S. Ives
Cincinnati
Hawilton
Dayton
Foster to Become Secretary of the Treasury in Harrison Cabinet
Ex Governor Foster of Ohio is chosen to succeed Windom as Secretary of the Treasury. The appointment, decided at a Cabinet meeting, signals a stance against free coinage and aligns with Harrison in inflation policy. Foster’s anti inflation record rode to the governorship in 1878 and is expected to support the administration’s silver position. General Sewell withdrew after being consulted, citing improper use of his name.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Secretary of the Treasury
Foster
Ohio
Windom
Harrison
Foster Trougt
General Ewing
General Sewell
New Jersey
Outlaw Gang Members Hanged by Gainesville Mob
A white man Mike Kelly and a black man Champion, members of a gang of outlaws, were hanged by a Gainesville mob after a series of shootings and arson tied to the gang. A second black man was arrested. two others escaped as a raid closed in on their headquarters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gainesville
Mike Kelly
Champion
Dr. Phillips
T. B. McPherson
McPherson
Breause
Necro
Kelly
Phillips
Harvey Process Boosts Armor Plates in Naval Tests
Navy officials report the Harvey method decarbonizes steel to harden the front surface while preserving mild steel back for toughness. Tests at the Washington Navy Yard show potential for nickel steel and Carnegie Phipps plates, promising greater protection than English compound armor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WasHiIncTon
H. A. Harveyyot
Newark
N. J
Harvey
Navy Department
Tracy
Annapolis
Carnegie, Phipps & Co
Iron Works
National Transportation Association Calls for Uniform Bills of Lading
In Cixctxxatl February 1 report the National Transportation Association adopts a memorial urging Congress to require carriers to issue uniform bills of lading showing the carriers liability, push for a uniform classification, seek a Senate and House hearing by shipper representatives, and request cooperation from the Interstate Commerce Commission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Transportation Association
Senate
House of Representatives
United States
Inter- State Commerce Commission
Grant Monument petition seeks Riverside Park surveys
The Park Board received a petition from General H. T. Collis and Adolph L. Sanger requesting permission to survey and begin foundation work for the Grant monument in Riverside Park. They report half the needed funds are in hand and urge active steps to spur contributions. Permission was granted to make borings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Yeak
Park Board
H. T. Collis
Adolph L. Sanger
Grant
Riverside Park
Joan H. Duncan
Changes in the Confession Proclaimed by Revision Committee
A Westminster Confession Revision Committee member predicts the revised confession will be accepted by the General Assembly and ratified by the Presbyteries. He believes theologians with diverse views find the revision satisfactory, and that the creed will become the church’s official doctrine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Presbyterian Church
Buckeye Legislation Proposes Trust Regulation and City Audit
The Ohio Legislature discussed a bill regulating deposit and trust companies, allowing them to act as trustees and administrators, with a near-term vote postponed. A Senate bill creates a non partisan four member board to yearly inspect city government offices, excluding Cincinnati Cleveland and Columbus. A separate measure targets bucket shop settlements on property tied to futures trading.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ColumpBes
Senate
Cincinnati
Cleveland
Ocolumbus
Silk Ribbon Bargain Sale At New York Store
The People’s Store on Fifth Avenue sold 9 200 cartons of pure silk ribbons at a trade sale in New York. Purchasers report the ribbons are now scarce, with many customers already buying after viewing them in windows along the avenue. Campbell & Dice promote the extraordinary bargain and color quality drawing broad customer interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Campbell & Dice
Buy Marvin's crackers and cakes for best results
Advertisement urges purchase of Marvin's superior crackers and cakes from grocers and dealers, claiming unwholesome or unpalatable products are avoided. Mentions Iron City Brewing Co and special to let lists this morning. Local sales pitch tone with period advertising style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marvin
Iron City Brewing Co
Philadelphia May Lose Mint Building Row Heats Up
Congressmen ONeill Reyburn Bingham and Harmer met to push a mint bill after the Indian deprecations vote. They aim to have the Rules Committee set a day for consideration with Speaker Reed's help. If moved to Washington, Philadelphia risks losing the mint to the national capital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
PROM
Washineros
Oneill
Reyburn
Bingham
Harmer
Reed
Committee On Rules
Tre
Philadelphia
Washington
Porter to Resign as Census Bureau Chief
Washington February 14 Men close to Robert P Porter say he will resign as head of the Census Bureau by the end of May due to neglecting his editorial duties at the New York paper he is connected with The pressure comes from Philip the controlling stockholder who warned of selling his stake if Porter did not resign and return to editorial work The rumor carries no political backing but is considered well authenticated by a source familiar with Porter’s business ties in Washington
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Justin McCarthy
Rene
Thomas P. Gill
Brien
Oder McCarthyates
O'Brien
McCarthyites
McCarthy
Paris
Washington
Robert P. Porter
Census Bureau
Porter
Philip
Philips
Sar Baxe
Phillips
Eteaeareae
Russo
Abertus
Anti- Poverty Society
Ante Poverty Society
Rosso
Father Rasso
James McMahon
St. Andrew's Church
Father McMahon
Statistics of Convicts and Penitentiaries
Census bulletin shows 2 538 convicts in 1880 and 4 2 percent increase by 1810 with 1 400 in Eastern Penitentiary Philadelphia 620 in Western Allegheny and 21 in Huntington Reform. It notes 44 females in Eastern and 21 in Western along with two Chinese convicts in Philadelphia. Total Pennsylvania increase 624 and New Jersey 510.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Philadelphia
Alleheny
Huntington
Luis
Bulletin
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
American Loan and Trust closes amid large depositors demand
New York, Feb 18. The American Loan and Trust Company closed after a savings bank from Syracuse, Rochester, and an outside bank demanded 300000. Bank Examiner Preston said assets were 2105008.8 and liabilities 282897, a deficiency around 500000. He expected possible full recovery if securities rise, with stockholders making up the rest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
American Loan and Trust Company
Syracuse
Rochester
Cahill
Preston
John D Knox & Co. Bank in Topeka Closes Doors
The John D. Knox & Co. banking house in Topeka shuts its doors. Liabilities reported at 250000 dollars, assets mainly land equities, unpaid coupons, bills discounted, and tax sale certificates. Knox sought a 100000 pound loan from London bankers but local financiers could not provide the needed funds. The failure stems from overextension into land with little demand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Torexa
John D. Knox & Co
Topeka
Knox
London
Express
Mrs McCormick 104 Dies in Greenpoint After 70 Years of Marriage
New York news reports Mrs Rosa McCormick died at her daughter Mrs Marcela Duffy’s Greenpoint home. A native of Ireland she lived in Greenpoint over 40 years and remained active until shortly before death. She was married 70 years, widowed 20, and survived by two sons and one daughter. Her descendants total nearly 600. Her death followed a brief illness with memory fading yet she remained cheerful till sleep.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
McCormick
Marcela Duffy
Greenpoint
Rosa McCormick
Ireland
Harrison Criticizes Freight Voucher Abuse In South Dakota
In Dakota Sensation South Dakota on February 13 Harrison spoke in the House against a $2000 bill for Indian outbreak expenses. He cited Auditor records showing over $450 paid to M H Day without proper vouchers for freight to Rapid City and accused Day of swindling. The bill was indefinitely postponed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. D
Harrison
Rapid City
Day
Funeral procession escape from flood near Beaver Falls
In Beaver Falls on February 13 a funeral party for John Morgan faced peril when the route near the Beaver River flooded. Carriages were bogged in muddy water, two stalled in the flood, and passengers were rescued by boats after crossing a bridge two feet under water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beaver Falls
John Morgan
Beaver
President summons Foster as Windom successor rumor grows
In Fostontra on February 1 ex governor Foster is increasingly named as the probable successor to the isto secreta. He has been traveling east with a team, as President Hac on contemplates replacements and policy shifts amid the ongoing administration changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Windom
Fostontra
Foster
Isto
Hacon
Comrades in Arms Preparations for General Sherman Funeral
St Louis readies a grand funeral pageant for General William Tecumseh Sherman with large troop contingents from Ohio Illinois Kansas and Iowa joining veterans groups from multiple states. The plan includes a memorial service at Music Hall and a guard detail at the grave authorized by Secretary of War.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bassieur
Illinois
Kansas
Iowa
Wisconsin
Missouri
Loyal Legion
Oho
Cincinnati
Sons of Veterans of
Iillinois
Arkansas
Nebraska
Merritt
Ihearers
James F. Yeatman
Henry Hitchcock
Cver
Music Hall
Expages
D. EK. Francis
S. M. Breckenridge
D. ?. Dyer
Geary Hitchcock
Redfeld Proctor
Washington
Pennsylvania Senate Condolence for General Sherman
In Harrisburg on February 18 the Pennsylvania Senate adopted resolutions mourning the death of William Tecumseh Sherman. They praise Sherman as a great military leader and patriot, offer sympathy to his family, and authorize sending the resolution to his family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisburg
Senate
Packer
Tioga
Senate of
Pennsylvania
William Tecumseh Sherman
Army of the United
General Sherman
Lying In State General Sherman Body in State with Floral Tribute
President Harrison sent a large floral pillow of lillies of the valley roses and violets shaped as a saber. Thomas Ewing Sherman, son of the late General Sherman, arrived to participate in the obsequies in New York. The family viewed the face one last time before the casket is sealed for the final arrangements and funeral procession.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Sherman
Erritt
General Grant
Girfield
F. C
Arsenal
New York
Harrison
Thomas Ewing Sherman
Washington
Thomas Fr. Sherman
The President in New York for Sherman memorial services
The presidential party traveled by a train of a flower car two Pullman cars and Vice President Thompson's private car to the Sherman memorial services in New York. The first Pullman held the House Committee the second General Schofield and staff and the President and Cabinet rode in Thompson's car. The party would depart Jersey City tomorrow evening after General Sherman’s remains left, arriving later that night. Parke of the Pennsylvania Railroad accompanied the President at past. The senatorial committee left tonight in a special car attached to the regular night express.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Parke
Southeastern
Pennsylvania Railroad
Fire kills woman and four children in Brooklyn bakery building
A fire at Delmonico Place and Hopkins Avenue in Brooklyn trapped a woman and four children on the top floor. Mrs Henry and three others died while a man, Jacob Enrich, badly burned, cannot recover. Fire fighters evacuated the second floor residents who escaped.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Yor
Delmonico Place
Hopkins Avenue
Brooklyn
Jacob Enrich
Enrich
John Henry
Milwaukee and Chicago Brewing Company Formed by Breweries
Five large Chicago and Milwaukee breweries join with Valentine Blatz to form the Milwaukee and Chicago Brewing Company. Capital stock stands at 7,730,000 with 3,005,000 in 6 percent bonds. Books will be opened simultaneously in London, Chicago and Milwaukee at month end. all bonds are taken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crrcaco
Valentine Blatz
Milwaukee
Milwaukee and
Americans to Purchase 6 Million Shares Abroad and at Home
The London and Chicago Contract Company will supervise the offering of six million shares to Americans both domestically and internationally. The plan aims to raise capital through cross border sale and attract investor interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London and
Chicago
Love, Lies, and a Lunatic Suit in Collinsville
Milo Bidwell sues William Warren for ten thousand dollars claiming false imprisonment on the ground of insanity after Warren had him jailed over love letters from a Collinsville debutante. The sequence of engagements and rival suitors leads to a planned wedding after Lent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Collinsvillle
Conn
Milo Bidwell
Collinsville
W. W. Bidwell
Westfield
Mass
Bidwell
William Warren
Pone
Arthur Warren
Warren
Thelden
Bibelle
Arthur
Warren Whip and Thread Company
Mohawk Valley Floods Rise From Ice Jam
A Mohawk River flood threatens Amsterdam and Little Falls as a massive ice jam backs water along the valley. Rail lines and tracks sit under threat with ice barriers widening, lumber stores evacuated, and officials monitoring four Central Hudson tracks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amsterdam
N. Y
Little Falls
Mae Ee
New York Central
Molasses Jack Daubs Danbury With Sticky Mischief
A Danbury vandal nicknamed Molasses Jack roams the city daubing molasses on door knobs and carriages. Last night he appeared on White street smearing vehicles and leaving occupants glued to seats as the sticky mess ruined cushions and furniture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ptrcil
Ctom
Dannury
Danbury
White Street
Snow slide claims three in Denven boarding house collapse
Ed Heller reports a snow slide at 4 yesterday at the old Lowthing area in Denven that buried a boarding house. Three people died: Billy Kohter, Ton Kendall, and William Kerns. Rescued survivors were removed as the slide surged through the site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denven
Ed Heller
Lowthing
Coe
Billy Kohter
Ton Kendall
William Kerns
Heller
First Corpse Recovered in Jeanesville Mine Disaster
The body of Edward Gallegher was found tonight in the Jeanesville mine, the first of the men trapped by a fatal water rush two weeks ago. It is expected the remaining sixteen bodies will be recovered by morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Witxessarne
Eaward Gallegher
Jeanesville
Farmer Frederick Theigs Leaves for California After Death Notice
Frederick Theigs a Salt Creek Valley farmer leaves for California in response to a telegram announcing the death of his unmarried father. The estate valued at 9700000 appears to be a misprint. the notice reports a large inheritance prompting his departure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leavexworth, Kawn
Frederick Theigs
Salt Creek Valley
California
Patrolmen Keep River Safe Amid Heavy Crowds
Police under Chief Murphy and Detective Steele patrolled the river in boats yesterday as crowds gathered at the Federal street pond. Officers Melnerney and Timme covered areas down to Allegheny avenue while strong currents prevented broader patrol beyond that point. The force kept bridge outlets open despite the large crowds, earning praise for their handling of the situation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny Police
Aistriuis
Murphy
Steele
Federal Street Pond
Federal Street
George Melnerney
William Timme
Allegheny Avenue
Allegheny
Daring Robbery In Kansas City Store Heist
Three masked men forced entry to H. B. Utter’s store at 709 Miami street Kansas City with revolvers at 10 last night. They herded three customers into a corner then compelled Utter to open the safe and surrender cash. They escaped with $75.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
H. B. Utter
Miami Street
Albertus Case Dominates Irish Catholic Clergy Meeting
At St Patrick's Institute in New York about 100 priests discussed the Albertus case. Archbishop Corrigan, Fr. Rasso and others debated whether attendance at moderate socialist meetings is an ecclesiastical matter and whether absolution in such cases is valid. A forthcoming papal encyclical on the social question was hinted at by clergy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Catholic Clergy of
St. Patrick's Institute
Albertus Question Teus
Nicholas Rasso
Corrigan
Monsignor Preston
John B. McGrath
St. Monica’s Church
Michael J. Murray
St. Joseph's Church
County
Albertus
McGlynn
Corrizan
Failty
Ass Nicht
Labor contract for World’s Fair building presented in Chicago
Attorney Wilson, chair of the World's Fair Board Executive Committee, unveils a labor contract recognizing an eight hour day but not addressing union vs non union workers, aside from prohibiting alien labor amendments. No work at Jackson Park amid labor disputes. Estimated costs total under 12 million pounds with buildings alone at about 1 million pounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chcaco
Wilson
Jackson Park
Thurman Rumor Denied by Family After Health Update
Commens report notes unsubstantiated death rumor about Judge Alen G. Thurman. Family clarified at 720tet address that Mr. Thurman remains in his usual health and the rumor has no basis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alen G. Thurman
Withoout Foundation
Thurman
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Michael Hicks- Beach
London Chamber of Commerce
Europe
Duslas
Dunlap's
Cable Comyfany
PBY Duxlar's Cause Company
Dunlap
Lompos
Sir Gor
Donlal's Cause Company
RT Dusla
Bank of England
Bank of France
Bismarck
Dunlat's Cable Company
Belgium
Conservative Party
Dreibund
Associated Press
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Carnot
Helmholtz
Berlin
William
Fredericka
Austria
Crispi
Kuassia
Giemarck
Lox Pox
Fall Mall
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Count Seckendorf
Count Seckendorf and Countess Perponcher
Count Munster
Sunny South
Jalil
Shippers and Carriers
Grant Monument
Presbyterian Revision Committees
the People's Store
Fifth Avenue
Reed I
Wasurnotos
Sompelied
Mr. Payson
Rose McCormick
World's Fair Commission
Comrades IN Arms
St. Louis
Sherman
Republic
Spectal
Mohawk Valley
Connecticut
EGHAM
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Geir
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Specifl
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James T. McGovern
Father AlcMahon
Father McGovern
Dean O’flynn
Courcs
Alebertus
Modereata Socialiste
McMahon
McGovern
Joseph F. Sheahan
Father Rosas
Board of Directors
Furland
JOS. Fleming & Son
Market St
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Diamond
Pittispurg
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