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to Sylvia Weiner
February 15, 1944
Weiner, Morris "Moe", 1909-1988
Moe went to a movie called "North Star" and enjoyed it immensely. He comments that he likes London a lot. He says it is his favorite city next to New York.
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Now that Moe is back from furlough, it seems like he was never away, as though his time in London happened to someone else.
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February 16, 1944
Moe is overwhelmed by the number of letters he has to answer. He tells Sylvia she must keep better hours so she can get up on time. He tells her some English colloquialisms that he has learned and says he will write to Hilda Selm whom Sylvia heard is...
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February 17, 1944
Moe mentions several friends and family members and wonders if Melvin is in the South Pacific. He complains about Adele's fiancé saying "he's making me nauseous," and asks for Alvin's address.
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February 18, 1944
Moe mentions an antique snuff box he purchased for Sylvia, and says he is worried about Eddie S. whose wife can't conceive. He comments on the news that Sam tried to get Mad to sign a waiver for support.
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February 20, 1944
Moe tells Sylvia not to worry about having written a short letter. He asks about Harry Haber and tells her to eat dinner at her mother's.
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February 21, 1944
Moe mentions that Marty has left for furlough. He also reports that his mother is always planning packages for him. He also comments that he bets Sylvia's dress looks lovely now that Pap has altered it.
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February 22, 1944
Moe comments that they keep hoping for snow, but the weather keeps teasing them.
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February 23, 1944
Moe received seven letters from Sylvia today and will answer them in an air-mail.
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Moe mentions that he tried to get info on Hilda Selm but was unable to do so. He did get his mother's package, and writes that his friend Jack was also in London when he was on furlough, but they missed each other.
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Moe admonishes Sylvia for paying to have the snow shoveled instead of doing it herself. Lil told him she would visit Sylvia and sent him some pictures of the baby.
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Moe is glad the mail is finally coming with regularity. He doesn't understand why Sylvia thought he wouldn't visit Winchester again.
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February 24, 1944
Moe liked her pictorial account of how Sylvia spent her Sunday, and is glad that Al has been given a place in the firm. He is happy to hear that Alvin is going solo (as a pilot) after only 8 1/2 hours of training.
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February 25, 1944
Moe talks about the moon and compares nightlife in New York to nightlife in England. He says the war may end soon but not as soon as people think.
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Moe writes that he has enclosed pictures they are not included here.
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Moe received the package Sylvia sent and also received his second copy of Bernie's Bugle.
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February 28, 1944
Moe reports that instead of cleaning the trailer today, they did some drilling.
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February 26, 1944
Moe acknowledges that Sylvia has grown immensely since he has left, and has developed her own interests. He also talks about how the movies they get are all old.
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February 27, 1944
Moe just returned from Winchester where he took two fellow soldiers and acted as a guide this time. Upon his return, received a letter from Hilda Selm. He also reports meeting a friendly Englishman in a cathedral.
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February 29, 1944
Moe has been enjoying the chocolates Sylvia sent and the latest issues of PM.
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Moe went to town where he discovered a fish and chips shop, where he ate and then caught the last bus home.
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Moe details his plans to go to the camp movie tonight.
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Moe remarks that it is Mae Raphael's birthday and asks if Sylvia ever hears from the Raphaels.
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1 March 1944
Moe describes how bright the moon was last night and is looking forward to the start of Spring.
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Moe advises Sylvia to write more v letters as her air mail is now coming by boat.
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2 March 1944
Moe is glad Mad and Ben had a good time in the country. He says Sylvia's work with the Selective Service Board sounds harder than being in the army. Moe tells her not to send any more money.
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3 March 1944
Moe talks about the food he's been eating lately and what time the sun has been setting. He heard from Hilda again but hasn't figured out how to meet yet.
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4 March 1944
Moe writes that they failed inspection and are confined to camp again, but he wasn't planning to go anywhere anyway. He writes that the mail is coming regularly.
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5 March 1944
Today marks the one year anniversary of when Moe had to leave Sylvia. As he looks back over the past year, he hopes that the next year will be the last.
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Moe says that today was a harbinger of Spring, and they played soft ball.
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Moe wrote a "blue" letter today, but thinking it would be too objective and dispassionate decided it would be better to wait for Sylvia's comments.
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6 March 1944
Moe inquires after Bess and thanks Sylvia for her poem. He also thanks her for the money order and is glad his mom will set aside money for his civilian clothes. He also asks to be included in whatever she decides to do for Mother's Day and Father's...
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7 March 1944
Moe just got in from playing softball., he asks Sylvia if she has been looking at the moon. He inquiries about Joe and expresses a longing to visit Ben Weinstein in the hospital and meet with Harry Kramer.
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8 March 1944
Moe reminisces about all the great meals they have had together. He inquires after Bill, and warns Sylvia not to send more than $20 a month. He also thanks her for Herman Stein's address.
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9 March 1944
Moe is missing his classical music. All the boys want to listen to is "hot music." He inquiries about Sam Beekman and wrote to Herman Stein
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10 March 1944
Moe mentions that an army nurse he knows wants to get her uniform altered and this reminds him of Sylvia getting Pap to alter her suits on Sunday evenings.
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11 March 1944
Moe has finally passed inspection, he can't wait to go to town.
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12 March 1944
Moe describes his weekend in Salisbury. He provides elaborate description of the hotel and of Stonehenge. An article on Stonehenge is included.
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13 March 1944
Moe went to London again and contacted Mrs. Malcolm and thanked her for her previous hospitality. He also saw a play called "The Lisbon Story."
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14 March 1944
Moe describes more of his weekend in London. He went to Piccadilly Circus, the wax museum, etc. He missed Sylvia whenever they went to a nice restaurant.
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15 March 1944
Moe acknowledges that the Angio battle was a nasty one and that it was touch and go (this is the first reference he has made to an actual battle). He writes how odd it is that some people can somehow keep crossing paths. He also mentions that he did...
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16 March 1944
Moe enjoyed her drawing of a typical Sunday spent between the two of them. He discusses Kessler's discharge, and sneeringly refers to a Jerry Miller. He also says that if Sylvia is jealous of Rose H's coat she should go ahead and get one herself.
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As Moe writes he listens to Beethoven's Fifth on the radio. It reminds him of Sylvia.
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17 March 1944
Moe mentions Eddie's and his ongoing problems. He also mentions Sam, and that he wrote to Hilda but hasn't heard back. He asks how Sylvia's father is doing in Florida. He notes the use of fire bombs in the current raids.
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18 March 1944
Moe just got to their new camp, he notes that he will have a chance to explore the town tomorrow.
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19 March 1944
Moe describes the English barracks that are so good as to include a fireplace. He says Sylvia's job is definitely interesting and he enjoyed hearing about her Chinese clients. He hopes she has received the snuff box he sent by now.
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20 March 1944
Moe explored the new town, and went to the movies. In response to Sylvia's complaints about women who have husbands at home he copied a poem from "Punch" on the subject.
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21 March 1944
Moe describes two films he recently saw. He comments on his belief that Sylvia's nephew, David could be a musical prodigy.
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22 March 1944
Moe refers to an article in Life magazine that shows pictures of service men saying goodbye to their women. He is plagued by memories and tortuous thoughts. He compares his working nights to the terrible hours Sylvia keeps.
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23 March 1944
Moe plans to go out pubbing with the boys but complains that his friend Marty seems to have an opposite schedule from him lately.
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24 March 1944
Moe describes his evening out at the Ship Hotel where they drank in the lounge. He talks about the bracelet he has sent Sylvia. He also mentions that he hears from Jimmie from time to time.
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25 March 1944
Moe notes that this is the longest time he's ever gone without hearing from Sylvia.
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26 March 1944
Moe describes his visit to Alford. He took a tour of the college, and went to Christ Church.
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March 29, 1944
Moe went into town with Jack to do some shopping, have a haircut, and see a movie. They met an old Scotsman on their outing who'd been in the Navy for most of his life and had traveled to the Black Sea.
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March 30, 1944
Moe refers to various friends and family. He remarks that Sylvia should be flattered by Pepi's assertion that someone in the family seems to have married brains.
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March 31, 1944
Moe relishes the memories they have shared throughout the years and assures Sylvia that her mention of these memories have not hurt him.
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1 April 1944
Moe mentions Bess, and tells Sylvia that he is very proud of her for doing her income tax. He is also glad her attitude toward Davy and Lil is softening.
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3 April 1944
Moe went to London with Jack and Sam, and saw Mrs. Malcolm and her daughters. He also went to Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square. He tells Sylvia to tell Ben not to act foolishly if she wants to pay for movie tickets once in a while. Moe tells...
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4 April 1944
Moe is glad Sylvia was able to get away for a while. Moe mentions that he knows that the place where she stayed is pretty. He also tells her not to worry about the length of time her mail takes.
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5 April 1944
Moe describes an operetta he and Jack saw. He also responds to Sylvia's letter about how coming home felt so good even though she'd had a nice vacation. He responds with a number of homecoming stories to show he is in agreement.
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6 April 1944
Moe wanted to see a movie but found out the camp movie was one they'd already seen, so he settled down to write instead. He writes that he really appreciates Sylvia's cooking now as well as Mad's. He agrees with her that "seconds" (in waiting) are...
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7 April 1944
Moe responds to the knowledge that Alvin washed out as a pilot. He writes that it may not be because he failed but because he may make a better navigator than a pilot.
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8 April 1944
Moe and Jack were assigned to a host family of sorts. They visited the family and were told a mistake had been made. But the family were very gracious about it and insisted they stay for dinner anyway.
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9 April 1944
Moe went back to the family they visited and were told they could drop by anytime for a meal. He also thanks Sylvia for the package that came, and describes candy in England.
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10 April 1944
Moe comments on Alvin's impending marriage and reminisces about the early years of their marriage when times were tough.
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11 April 1944
Moe refers to Davy and Lil who seem to be working but are getting nowhere, and Ethel who seems to be getting "knocked around." He is glad Sylvia enjoys the magazines she sends him.
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12 April 1944
Moe mentions he is afraid that certain divisive factors that exist in the US are the same ones that existed in Germany prior to Hitler and France from 1938 onward. He is also glad to hear Joe is feeling better.
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13 April 1944
Moe has enclosed photos from Winchester. He instructs Sylvia to have another set made for Olga. The photos are not included in collection.
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Moe hopes Sylvia's father is not troubled for the rest of the year. He wishes he could have had her for dinner. He also says the delay in mail is because of the recent move.
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14 April 1944
Moe is glad to hear that men over 26 engaged in a specific industry won't be inducted, he hopes that this will exclude Jay. He also writes that even though Sylvia had the old address her letter still reached him on time.
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15 April 1944
Moe writes that wherever he sees beauty or culture he thinks of Sylvia. He says he is now resigned to waiting for the war to end, and hopes she has adjusted as he has.
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16 April 1944
Moe writes he hasn't had time to read his mail yet but tomorrow he is staying in and will answer Sylvia properly.
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17 April 1944
Moe went to London and saw Mrs. Malcolm. He also took in a movie at Piccadilly Circus.
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18 April 1944
Moe says he feels obligated to write to Sylvia but it is a self-imposed obligation. He also says the he doesn't know what he would do if he didn't write so frequently to her.
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19 April 1944
Moe went to the movies with Jack. He also heard that Sammy Finestein is in Italy and wishes him lucks. He complains he hasn't been able to get in touch with many friends including Hilda and Herman Stein.
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20 April 1944
Moe tells Sylvia not to get too sentimental about Sammy's departure. Moe is also glad for Sarah (her husband is coming in on furlough). He thanks Sylvia for the packages she sent.
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21 April 1944
Moe described two films he saw, and mentions that he got the latest issue of PM.
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22 April 1944
Moe writes that his ties have been disappearing but he's not accusing anyone. He and Jack went to the host family again and spent a pleasant evening. He also asks about Davy and Lil.
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23 April 1944
Moe got a pass to leave camp, he will go into more detail later, but he spent most of the time in and around Lincoln's Inn Fields.
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25 April 1944
Moe inquires after Sylvia's health. He is very worried that she might be straining herself. Moe tells Sylvia she must be more careful. He mentions that he heard from Mad and Joe. He also admonishes people who spend lots of money on diamonds and says...
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26 April 1944
Moe mentions his interest in Indian and Chinese coins. He asks Sylvia for a new pen point, and refers to Sid Raphael.
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27 April 1944
Moe describes a dance he and Jack attend. He says he can't dance "with any living woman but you." He also thanks Sylvia for the ink and candy, and mentions that he has been listening to lectures.
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April 1944
Moe went to London with Jack, saw Mrs. Malcolm, and went to Lincoln's Inn Fields and the Middle and Inner Temples.
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28 April 1944
Moe is glad Sylvia received the penny bracelet he sent. He mentioned receiving the form for a ballot. He is glad she has not been overdoing it and wishes Sarah and Sam a happy time since Sam has furlough soon.
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30 April 1944
Moe doesn't know what they will do today. He will probably go to town, as it looks like it will be a nice day.
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1 May 1944
Moe went to a town called Cumberly where they explored an old abbey. On Sunday he thought about their grand Sundays together. He misses Marty as they no longer work the same shift.
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3 May 1944
Moe went to London again and got tickets for the best show in town, a comedy called "A Soldier for Christmas." He also had tea and went to the same French restaurant he and Joe ate at.
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4 May 1944
Moe writes that "Ten Little Niggers" was a nice gory murder mystery. He got back on the bus and decided that birds must be wise because they fly south for the winter.
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Moe writes that Sylvia should use the money returned for a new suit. He also heard that Jay was accepted for the Navy. Tonight he and Jack have tickets for the Agatha Christie play, "Ten Little Niggers."
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5 May 1944
Moe is glad Sylvia finally got the case reviewer job. He thinks she is trying to make him jealous with her description of dinner. He thanks her for the onion skin paper but jokes about her choice. Does she think he should write tear jerkers?
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6 May 1944
Moe explains he has been busy all day washing equipment and this is the first moment he's had. He calls these few moments a refuge.
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7 May 1944
Moe passed inspection, so they went to town again where they saw a movie and had dinner at the usual French restaurant. He provides an elaborate description of dinner. Moe mentions he had the most delicious brandy, and when he looked at the label it...
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8 May 1944
Moe writes that soon they will be very busy and he must write to Sylvia while he can. They haven't done any serious training in a while, but the real work will now begin. He is proud of the courage she's shown so far in regard to her new job.
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9 May 1944
Moe has been enjoying the weather and calls of the birds. He is glad Sylvia got know one of their neighbors in 902 and that the cucumbers are growing this year.
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10 May 1944
Moe is glad Sylvia liked the pictures he sent of England. He is noticing how different the scenery is now that the weather is changing.
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11 May 1944
Moe writes that the English spring is beautiful. He comments that the typing in Sylvia's last letter is all over the place and wonders about her state of mind. He agrees that Mad was too outspoken with Paul.
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12 May 1944
Moe claims he is too weak from the sun to write much. He received letters from Dave and Archie, and plans to read until it gets dark.
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13 May 1944
Moe discusses old friends and family. He mentions that he is not bothered that Herman S. never wrote him back. He guesses that Bess must be full of questions about his family, and says he is glad that Sarah F. is okay.
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14 May 1944
Moe understands Sylvia's nervousness when it comes to writing reports for the first time as he has had to write many over the years. He is also glad that her workplace is only a couple blocks from Union Square where lots of good shopping is.
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15 May 1944
Moe tells the story of how they met back in Brooklyn. Claiming that even though thirteen years have gone by, they're still fundamentally the same people.
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