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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe discusses his savings allotment and wants to get it annulled but there is too much red tape.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is glad that Marge and Joe have gone to the country for a rest. He describes the barracks in which there are three other soldiers writing letters.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe comments that the dinner he ate reminded him of home. He reports the weather has turned damp.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe thanks Ben for successfully acquiring film for him.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe just bought a new fountain pen. He also mentions that the whole platoon is confined for a week because they didn't pass inspection.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes Sylvia a poem in anticipation of Valentine's Day.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe had his late night snack with Joe and Marty and played gin rummy.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes a visit to a place in Scotland known for its woolens, especially tweeds.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is writing in the orderly tent. The weather is getting less damp.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe refers to previous letters in which Sylvia talks about Ben working 28 days, he also says he laughed at the story about Paul C. and the toothpicks.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe tried to sleep in on a Sunday but there were too many soldiers in the barracks, he woke up to find two letters from Sylvia. He is very sorry for Blanche, whose 2nd baby died.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe wonders how a letter from Archie reached him so quickly from India, and says he thinks Dave and Lil should visit Sylvia. He notes that she must not have received his request for money yet.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe asks about Ann and Mac, saying he is glad they have toned down their political views.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe ate too much spaghetti for dinner but laments that there was no wine.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe complains that the newspapers don't cover anything in detail.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe comments that he read a great book called "Ministry of Fear."

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe comments that they posed for pictures to commemorate the first anniversary of the company's activation in the morning.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received a package from Eddie that included cookies. He complains that there is still no mail from Sylvia.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe responds to Sylvia's question about English girls. He reports the only girls he has met are WAAFs or Wrens or women in service. He reports that there are more British women enrolled than Americans.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe is preparing for furlough tomorrow. He writes that he enclosed a photo and negative but it is not included with the letter.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe discovered that he doesn't have to wait until the end of furlough to write. He is currently in London where he is enjoying seeing the sights and walking through the streets.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes more of London. He has been hanging out with another soldier who recommended some good restaurants., and introduced him to a Mrs. Malcolm who used to run a Red Cross show.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe wished her a happy valentine's day and mentions that he went to a live performance of Beethoven. Afterwards he enjoyed a high tea and met up with Mrs. Malcolm again.

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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe comments that they keep hoping for snow, but the weather keeps teasing them.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received seven letters from Sylvia today and will answer them in an air-mail.

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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe writes that he has enclosed pictures they are not included here.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe received the package Sylvia sent and also received his second copy of Bernie's Bugle.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe reports that instead of cleaning the trailer today, they did some drilling.

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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has been enjoying the chocolates Sylvia sent and the latest issues of PM.

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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe details his plans to go to the camp movie tonight.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe remarks that it is Mae Raphael's birthday and asks if Sylvia ever hears from the Raphaels.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes how bright the moon was last night and is looking forward to the start of Spring.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe advises Sylvia to write more v letters as her air mail is now coming by boat.

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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe says that today was a harbinger of Spring, and they played soft ball.

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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe has finally passed inspection, he can't wait to go to town.

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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

As Moe writes he listens to Beethoven's Fifth on the radio. It reminds him of Sylvia.

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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe just got to their new camp, he notes that he will have a chance to explore the town tomorrow.

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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe notes that this is the longest time he's ever gone without hearing from Sylvia.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe describes his visit to Alford. He took a tour of the college, and went to Christ Church.

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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe speculates on what will happen for the holiday.

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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe comments on Alvin's impending marriage and reminisces about the early years of their marriage when times were tough.

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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

Moe went to London and saw Mrs. Malcolm. He also took in a movie at Piccadilly Circus.

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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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to Sylvia Weiner

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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