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Volume 3, Number 2,
September 1998
MIDNIGHT
SUN ONLINE
-The Online Newsletter for
Robert E. Peary High School Alumni-
MSO WEB SITE - http://www.pearyhs.org
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From: Sandra Belland Hammond Afmcop@Aol.com (1978) Date: Tue, 15 Sep 1998 Subject: Update
After graduating from Peary in 1978, I went to Montgomery College for two years and finished at the University of MD. I received a BA in American History, in 5/82. I worked for MCPS from 1980 to 1984. I became a National Park Service Park Ranger in 1984. In 1988, I became a Unites States Park Police Officer, in Washington DC. I was recently promoted from Master Patrol Officer to Sergeant. I am currently assigned to the Stten Island (NY) Station. I come home to Maryland on the weekends. We live in southern Anne Arundel County, near the Chesapeake Bay. My husband, Donald, works for the National Park Service, in Washington, DC. We have one daughter, Amy, who will be 3 years old in October.
Future Plans: We would like to have one more child, after I am transferred back to DC. We also plan to build a new house, in the same area we live in now. We plan to stay here until I retire, in 2010.
I would like to hear from any of my old friends, especially ones from band class.
Additional: My sister Debbie Belland Bergeron (1982) lives in northern New Hampshire. She graduated from Salibury State University in 1988. She is a registered nurse. She has one daughter, Ashley, who is 1 year old. She is expecting another child in 4/99. If you would like to get a message to her, please use my Email address and I will let her know ASAP.
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From: Robin Rosenberg Aiscowitz beeq15a@prodigy.com (1979) Date: Wed, 16 Sep 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about this from my sister, Jody (Class of '81), who sent me info. Occupation: Administrative Secretary/Govt. Spouse: Gary, Children: Married since December 1993. No children.
Memorable Incident: The Variety Shows that were performed. The untimely passing of such good people as Kevin Lynch '79, and Pat Bryan '78.
The fun we had during football season. My personal memory that I recall is the November 12, 1977 football game against Blair HS at home when Chris Wagner rushed for over 100 yards. The weather was brisk and snowy. I was still recovering from major surgery and it was my first public outing. The Senior Banquet at the Indian Spring Country Club was memorable as well.
Since High School: Since February 1980, I have been employed with the Federal Government. After being a lifelong MD resident, I moved to NJ, where my future husband resided and became employed with the FAA at the FAA Technical Center in Atlantic City, NJ. No, I don't gamble and the beach is 15 min. from my home.
I visit Rockville quite often.
Future Plans: I hope to become a published writer. I have been writing several short stories on and off for last few yrs.
Memorable Teachers: Mr. Kilpatrick — he made the history class fun. Mrs. Hale - I loved English class
Missing People? Gay Laurienzo-San Severino is in Myerstown, PA. Gay has been married since 9/83 and has 8 children (the youngest was born on 9/9/98, and it was a girl). She has now 5 boys and 3 girls.
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From: Roger Bullard rbullard@us.ibm.com (1984) Date: Wed, 16 Sep 1998 Subject: Update
How found: Surfing the web on washingtonpost.com. Occupation: Netfinity Server engineer, Spouse: Carole Lewis, Children: Roger III-5, Timothy- 5 months
Memorable Incident: we were the last graduating class '84
Since High School: I went to Maryland for a couple of years and received a AA then went into the Army for 4 years .Got out of the Army and then attended North Carolina State University for couple of years. I worked as a Corporate Trainer for a Restaurant for 8 years .I then got a Job with IBM as a Netfinity Server Engineer.
Future Plans: retire from IBM then move back to the DC area
Memorable Teacher: Mrs. Rosen—the nicest lady in the world and her stories
Missing People? Sean Boyd—works in Hawaii as a radio DJ-
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From: Tom Healy thomas.j.healy@ac.com (1975) Date: Thu, 17 Sep 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about the website from Keith Nisson. Occupation: Partner - Andersen Consulting, Spouse: Vicki, Children: Kevin 10, Claire 8, Brenna 5.
Memorable Incidents: The Monster Mash, Naked photo of the football team (I have copies !!!)
Since High School: Working - have lived in Africa & Canada for my work
Future Plans: Retire at age 45 and travel for pleasure (i.e, not for work)
Memorable Teacher: Mr. Steele - I challenged him to a wrestling match ("Stainless Steele vs. Hawk Healy) and I won !!!
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From: Scott Giambusso sgiambusso@aol.com (1971) Date: Fri, 18 Sep 1998 Subject: Music
Over the pass twenty-two years I've had the good fortune to make my living as a musician, playing mainly in the DC area. By weeknights I play Jazz and on weekends I continue to play Weddings and dinner dances, 'cause that's really what pays the rent.
At age 45 I have finaly released my first CD as a leader. I call it "Giambusso's Small Band Sampler"
There are 9 tracks of a jazz quartet playing swing tunes and show tunes with my own personal twist, and then there are 10 tracks of a five piece Rock Band performing a variety of the music we grew up with. The versatile Giambusso warbling is featured throughout the disc. The tunes are short as it is a sampler for what you would get if you hired my band for a party.
I would like to offer all Peary alumni and faculty a free copy of this CD. I only have about 700 copies left so I am little limited but not real worried about that.
I would ask for the price of a mailing which would be about $1.50 or I could drop it off if you live in the area. Also you could visit me in beautiful north Wheaton (the Falls Church of Maryland) and pick up your free copy. My email address is sgiambusso@aol.com
Thanks for your attention and keep an eye out for a performance at Blues Alley on Friday October 30.
Also Monday October 12 I will be roaming around Lake Forest Mall from 1-4pm with 2 of my favorite musician buddies playing jazz and watching all the girls. Come out and say hi. I'll bring a box of CD's with me.
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From: Ken Roseman kenroseman@dclink.com (1969) Date: Sat, 19 Sep 1998 Subject: "M.S.O."/various
D.C. area roots country/rockabilly outfit Ruthie and the Wranglers will be celebrating the release of their 2nd CD "Life's Savings" (Lasso Records, 7004 Westmoreland Ave., Takoma Park, MD 20912) at IOTA, 2832 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA (IOTA telephone number: 703-522-8340) on October 15. All "Huskies" country fans should come out to hear the tasty pickin' of lead guitarist Phil Mathieu (RPHS '79). Vocalist "Ruthie" knows how to belt out a rockin' honky-tonk tune, and always looks like she's having a great time on stage. The rhythm section of Mark Noone (bass) and Joel App (drums) keep the steady beat chuggin'. A "Husky" 'pick to click' recommended by myself.
I'm writing 20 performer bio entries on musicians from Scotland, England, Denmark, Germany, and Spain for "MUSICHound World" (Visible Ink Press, Detroit, MI).The book will be published late winter/early spring next year. "MUSICHound" is a series of encyclopedia/dictionary format styled music reference books. Each one is devoted to a particular kind of music such as blues, jazz, rock, or country. "MUSICHound Folk" was published several months ago and I wrote on entries on Steeleye Span, Runrig, Kate Rusby, Polly Bolton, Connie Dover, Pamela Morgan/Figgy Duff, and others for that book.
Gale Senseman-Privette ('66), Neal Pizzano ('76), Bob Margolis('67), David Alde ('69) and Ken Roseman ('69) attended the The Hebrew Academy's "beginning of renovation" ceremony at the RPHS building site Sept. 13.
My nephew Sam Bieber will be celebrating his bar mitzvah October 3 in Columbia, MD. Diane Bieber, my sister, recently underwent surgery for breast cancer.
Plans for "Class of '69's" gala 30th reunion are moving along. Some fantastic ideas are being discussed; keep watching for updates!! I'll be in Albuquerque, New Mexico in late February for the annual "Folk Alliance" (a trade association of people involved w/folk and roots music) conference.
Cheers!! KR.
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From: Diane Miller diane_miller@nps.gov (1978) Date: Mon, 21 Sep 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about this from my brother, who is also an alumni. Occupation: historian, Spouse: Edward King
Since High School: Graduated from Ohio University, and finished MA at University of Maryland. I have worked as a historian for the National Park Service since 1984. In 1996, I transfered to the NPS Midwest regional office in Omaha. I married in 1990.
Memorable Teachers: Mr. Pine, because I took several of his history classes, and my sister had him. Mr. Gibbs because I was in his Honor's English class, and who can forget those plays!
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From: Laura Farmer Hammel Laura_Hammel@shawpittman.com (1970) Date: Mon, 21 Sep 1998 Subject: Update
How found? Had heard from other alumni; browsed to find. Occupation: account clerk/music teacher, Children: Amanda- age 20, Jeremy- age 18, Daniel- age 15, Emily- age 3 (cat)
Memorable Incident: Performing in the orchestra for "Oliver"
Since High School: received BA Music Ed 1974, married 1973, raised 3 children while giving private music lessons in home, played several yrs w/No VA Symphony, 3 yrs with Prince William Symphony, divorced 1995, received BS Accounting 1996, working as account clerk in large law firm in DC, teaching privately at Music & Arts in Manassass, playing in the Manassas Community Orchestra
Future Plans: I hope to increase my income and decrease my debts in order to buy a townhome. Would like to make a career of my music but not feasible monetarily.
Memorable Teachers: Mr. Clark- support and caring, Mr.Gibbs- love of literature, vocabulary (I'm great at crossword puzzles!), others- I can't remember names like I used to!
As a recent "single", I'm interested in anyone out there who is also in search of some companionship.
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From: Laura Turner Nikolaides lnikolaides@worldnet.att.net (1979) Date: Tue, 22 Sep 1998 Subject: Update
How found? My husband found his high school site online (Jamaica High in New York City) so I searched for mine and lo and behold! And by the way, our website is much superior!
Occupation: full-time Mom, Spouse: Nick, Children: Eric 6, Kevin 3
Memorable Incident: The time when Mr. Boteler tore the speaker box out of the wall because the announcements were interupting his class.
Since High School: I graduated from George Washington University with a degree in biology and environmental studies. I worked for a few years and then went to Cornell University for graduate work. Got a master's degree in nutritional biochemistry, with a minor in communications. Sounds a little bizarre but actually came in handy. I eventually got a job working as a medical reporter for the International Medical News Group. They put out a bunch of newspapers for physicians. I got to do a lot of traveling and meeting interesting people, like Surgeon General Koop. After I married my husband Nick, we followed his job to Minnesota. A wonderful place, but they are very hard on outsiders. We lasted four years before moving to Cincinnati, Ohio, where we currently live. We started a family along the way and we now have two red-haired boys. I am at home with them full-time now.
Future Plans: When my youngest is in school I plan to go back to work. I'll probably get back into journalism somehow, but I have thought about going back to school and pursuing child psychology or counseling.
Memorable Teachers: Mrs. Hale had a big impact on me. What she taught me about journalism turned out to be what stuck with me more than any of the college courses I took in communications. She did kick me out of her class, but we were both stubborn and pig-headed. Good journalism qualities I guess! I also have fond memories of math class with Mr. Hill and Mr. Black, history class with Mr. Boyd, and chemistry class with Mr. Steele. I also learned a lot from the photography teacher, but I can't remember her name.
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From: Michelle Popick Carlson Mbc21361@aol.com (1979) Date: Tue, 22 Sep 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about the MSO from my sister. Occupation: Stay At Home Mother, Spouse: Craig, Children: Kevin 10 years old, Sarah 7 years old.
Since High School: Living life! Got married, Worked for Montogmery County Public Schools for several years, changed jobs to work for Settlement Attorneys, had two children, bought a house, now I am staying at home raising my children.
Future Plans: To go back to work doing something different!
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From: Grant M. Wagner gwagner@loudoun.com (1980) Date: Tue, 22 Sep 1998 Subject: Update
How found? Yahoo. Occupation: V.P., Global Accounts - Computer Associates Spouse: Michele, Children: Jack Michael - 3 Years, Sean Joseph - 18 months
Since High School: I went to Australia and Hawaii this summer where I went Scuba Diving on the Great Barrier Reef, Mountain Biking in the NorthEast Australian Rainforest and Sea Kyaking (sp) on the Coral Sea. In between I drank cases of Fosters. Then I went to Lanai to sleep on the beach and play golf.
Missing People? Craig Trupo is currently sleeping on a park bench in Austin, TX where he fell asleep 5 years ago from too much life.
Comments: All you guys, stay away from Steve H.....he's suspect....
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From: Eileen Brown Carter ecarter236@aol.com (1965) Date: Wed, 23 Sep 1998 Subject: Joint 63/64/65 Reunion
Well class of 65 things are moving along fine I am still tracing classmates and I get lucky with recommendations from other classmates. Happen to locate a classmate from the class of 63 and talked with her last night. Now what I need are some definite answers and suggestions and help in planning where, when, what, and how much you want to spend for this reunion. I really could use the help on this phase of the planning and suggestions are really welcome. If any of you would like to contact me directly I have a pager 301-664-1290.
Also if any of you would like to contact someone who might not have a computer let me know. Since I am doing this from work at the moment the following classmates do not have computers but I have addresses for them Roxy Joseph, Christine Saunderson, Sal Olimpio (sp). That's all I can remember offhand. Any help with the above arrangements would help me a great deal. That's all for now
Eileen
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From: Steve Cummings stevec@orfg.com (1981) Date: Wed, 23 Sep 1998 Subject: Update
How found? My brother, Stacy ('76). Occupation: Vice President, Real Estate Investment Firm, Spouse: Michele, Children: Zachary 2 years old, Kimberly 4 months
Memorable Incident: Mrs. Cino chasing the "Wrecking Crew" truck driven by ....., down Arctic Avenue after we sprayed innocent bystanders with a fire extinguisher
Since High School: College, work and raising two kids.
Future Plans: Send kids to college, retire early and golf.
Memorable Teacher: Mrs. Luck; asking me one day if I was high in her class, my response "I'm not high, just drunk". She didn't believe me. Oh well.
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From: Kimberly White kwhite@usgen.com (1980) Date: Wed, 23 Sep 1998 Subject: Update
Occupation: Confirmation Admin.
Since High School: went to college in Boston, Mass, got AA degree in Early Childhood Education, now working at a company called PG&E Energy Trading in Bethesda, MD
Memorable Teacher: Mrs. Luck
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From: Karen Fye Feefye@erols.com (1976) Date: Wed, 23 Sep 1998 Subject: Update
I found out about this from Toby Hornstein, class of 74. Occupation: Sales Rep - Bell Atlantic Mobile, Spouse: None - at this time!! Children: Married in 1980, divorced in 1989. 1 child - Melissa Wiley, age 12 (on 10/13/98).
Memorable Incident: Friday/Saturday night "boozin and cruisin" up and down Ga. Ave between Olney and Wheaton. The gang was Betty Wilde, Michelle Ditchey, Pam Mason, Sheila Elliott, Ann Gogarty, Doug Delashmutt, Kevin Sheehan and probably others I don't remember.
Since High School: I started working for C&P Telephone in 1977. Got married in 1980 to Michael Wiley and had 1 daughter; divorced in 1989. Worked for C&P/Bell Atlantic from 1977-1996. In 1996 I ran a bed and breakfast in Carroll County for about 6 months. Then I started working for Bell Atlantic Mobile.
Memorable Teachers: Ms. Vadala - the awful perfume she would wear!!! Gary Myers - I used to babysit for his 1st child. Ken Brace - he coached the girls basketball team and was a Peary alumni. Denby Zimmerman - that lady didn't put up with much stuff!!!
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From: Marie "Ria" Bouman amidancer@aol.com (1979) Date: Wed, 23 Sep 1998 Subject: Update
How found? From my sister who graduated in '80, who found out from Andy and Jeff Torrey. Spouse: Silas Smith
Memorable Incident: gymnastics
Since High School: lived on a commune in Oregon and in Europe, travelled to India and Thailand, lived on Maui, California, and currently back in Oregon (I was born in Oregon). Currently teaching improvisational dance and Capoeira - the martial art from Brasil, performing in modern dance concerts, co-producing "Works-in -the Works" - a public performance forum for dancer's, musicians and performance artists to show new and experimental work. I am also a bodyworker. I have been married for the past seven years and we have two horses and other animals.
Future Plans: To dance in the Formations Dance concert in November, to travel to Brasil - to Bahia and into the Amazon, to keep learning to love, and to remember God more.
Memorable Teachers: Leslie Whitaker - gymnastics shows, gymnastics practice, gymnastics meets Scheid (Vicki Scheidman) - for my first modern dance classes and that wonderful concert we did. Mr. Gardner - for algebra class and because he was the father of my friend, Nancy
Missing People? Sharon Butcher, I can locate her if you don't already have her.
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From: Patricia L. Toler PLToler1@aol.com (1983) Date: Fri, 25 Sep 1998 Subject: Update
How found? My aunt, Elizabeth Carter, Class of 1965. Website.... I have a Star Trek Simulation group and we are currently working on creating a webpage for our group. When it is done, I will add it.
Occupation: Insurance Secretary, Significant: Jerome K. Anceleitz, Children: Caitlin Brynn Jump - Date of Birth: May 30, 1990 - Age: 8 years old - Grade: 3rd Grade
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Paul Schlesinger - Class of 1972 Schlesinger@alcalde-fay.com I found out about the website from Mike Sweeney, class of '69. Occupation: lobbyist, Spouse/Significant: Patricia Jordan, Since High School: Worked on the Hill for 14 years; been lobbying for the past seven.
Martha Bell subrop4@aol.com (1970) How found? Just browsing. Occupation: Contract Analyst, Children: One son - Jonathan - age 16
Kathie Jackson Kuta - Class of 1976 sculptor@midsouth.rr.com Occupation: Sculptor/ Manager-Arabian horse farm, Children: Stasiu Kuta-8 yrs. When I have more time and less crises here, I will post a longer update. I love reading about classmates!
Patricia Ann MacConnell - Class of 1972 pat.macconnell@marriott.com How found? Friends and family alumni. Children: Thomas Michael Koenig - 18, Robert Patrick Koenig - 16 Does anyone have any information on the location of Melinda Morton from class of 1972?
Steve Siller - Class of 1981 steves@erols.com Occupation: Computer Specialist
Rick Latchaw - Class of 1967 latchaw@toad.net How found? Mail forwarded from my brother, Scott (class of '66). Occupation: teacher, Spouse: Marti, Children: Lisa - 25, Mark - 23, Steven - 18; Grandchildren: Hannah - 2, Emma - 6 months; Since High School: Teaching and learning, Future Plans: 5 years to retirement! Memorable Teacher: Ralph Zampogna - Chemistry teacher and pipe band sponsor, mentor and friend
Toni Scarpelli Sheppard Rollins - Class of 1965 taroll@us.ibm.com How found? X-classmate. Occupation: Procurement Manager, Spouse: Winn, Children: Debra Ann ... 28, Joseph William ... 24; Memorable Incident: Participating in all of the girls sport teams and events.
Rosalyn (Roz) Rubin - Class of 1971 Rubinroz@aol.com Occupation: Bookkeeper
John Kim - Class of 1985 jgkim@ix.netcom.com I graduated from Wheaton and found out about this from a friend. Occupation: Physician, Spouse: Gloria, Children: Andrew 10 months
Don Lewis - Class of 1976 drlewis@wvadventures.net How found? My brother, Chris ('78). Occupation: physician-radiologist Spouse: Nancy, Children: Chad Jamieson Lewis 6 mo (3/6/98)
Stephanie Farris Miller - Class of 1975 dmmiller@netrax.net I found out about the website from family. Occupation: Certified Public Accountant, Spouse: Doug, Children: Jacquelyn 13, Brittani 7, Douglas II 5
Robert Hricko - Class of 1975 paparothd@aol.com I found out about this from lisa beebe. Occupation: sign shop / owner, Spouse: susan, Children: steven age 8, kristen age 3
Mary Clare Kownacki Fedor - Class of 1968 MCKFedor@aol.com I found out about the website from my sister.
Tom Bonanno - Class of 1977 Dib53@aol.com (c/o Diane Bonanno) I found out about this from my sister. Memories: the women at Peary...they were the best! Since High School: waiting for the reunions! Future Plans: to own New York City.
Mike Zangardi - Class of 1968 Cattalk6@aol.com How found? classmate. Occupation: route vendor, Spouse: Linda, Children: Michael Arthur 27, Since High School: working, Future Plans: retiring, someday
Jim Hitchcock - Class of 1983 jim.hitchcock@kp.org How found? Sue (Colburn) Hermann told me about it after she had talked w/Jim Conte. Occupation: Lead Network Engineer, Spouse: Ann Maria (Hermann), Children: Stephanie Ann - 5, Maria Michele - 3
Jody L. Rosenberg - Class of 1981 jrosenberg@sughrue.com I found out about the webiste from Jim Cyr, friend and classmate. Occupation: Legal Administrator
Zana Beck Hoffman Shults - Class of 1963 Zeedee3@aol.com How found? other alumni. Occupation: Publications Specialist for Computer Co., Spouse: Dale, Children: Karen 31, George 27, Meredith 21, Grandchildren: Jason Lawrence Saunders 2, Memorable Teachers: Mrs. Richardson and Mintie Glass
Chris Callahan - Class of 1984 jc8694@aol.com I found out about the MSO from surfing the Web. Occupation: Airline, Spouse: Janice, Children: Ryan Michael 18months born 3-17-97
Jared Johnson - Class of 1965 no e-mail address submitted Living in Golden, CO
Virginia Kozlowski - Class of 1974 graphc@aol.com Occupation: graphic designer
Frances Wadosky Selby - Class of 1972 selbyf@dyncorp.com I found out about this from Pam Canevari Davis. Occupation: Law Department Senior Secretary, Spouse: Raymond
Todd S. Holderman - Class of 1979 mystic50@worldnet.att.net Occupation: Biologist/Environmental Protection Agency, Spouse: Karen, Children: Terra - 4, Sierra - 2, Memories: Clarke's Bonus questions
Dave Evans - Class of 1976 djevans@chw.edu Occupation: CPA, Spouse: Viona, Children: Maria 15, Ray 11, Katie 9, Ryan 7, Amber 3
Janice Welsh London - Class of 1966 jlondon@aspsys.com I found out about this from Gale. Occupation: Professional Meeting Planner, Spouse: Jeffrey, Children: Danielle-21; Todd-18; David-13; Matthew-10
Debi Wilson Clutteur - Class of 1977 Sun4power@aol.com How found? E-mail.
Fran Scolnik Block - Class of 1971 fuboop@aol.com Occupation: Medical Office Coordinator, Children: Lindsey Goodrich age 16, Aaron Goodrich passed away last year
Kip Ashmore - Class of 1967 Revkash@aol.com Occupation: Episcopal priest, Spouse: K-Lou, Children: Jessica - 15, Kevin - 12
Diana Boyd Hayden - Class of 1972 dnkhayden@prodigy.net I found out about the website from my brother. Occupation: Management Consultant, Children: Nicole 12, Katelyn 10
END OF TEXT - MIDNIGHT SUN ONLINE - VOLUME 3, NUMBER 2
Articles for the October issue are due October 24, 1998
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