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tracare · tracare

We would like to wish everyone a Happy Christmas ....have a good one

Marlburian · Marlburian

The Marlborough Players have just launched their own website. This will give full details of current and all previous productions and can be found by clicking on the following link we have a policy of not linking to sites who don't link back (common courtesy) so this has been removed until a return l...

Marlburian · Marlburian

I am delighted to announce that the Marlborough Players next production will be Mike Williams comedy "Waiting for Panto!" It tells the tale of a group of amateur actors, who find themselves with an audience, theatre and stage, but no play. Unable to decide what to do, they embark on a re...

tracare · tracare

This site is ten years old on the 1st of November and is amongst the first of the community sites to go live in the UK .....something we are quite proud of

tracare · tracare

Call us mad if you like, but we are considering starting up the Carnival again ......yep I know confirmed stark staring mad........but it will be only for one day and will take the form of a BIG village fete, car boot sale, stalls, helicopter rides, charity stalls, fire engines, Bobby van, old tractor...

Marlburian · Marlburian

Not sure if everyone is aware, but following a consultation, the following proposals are to be put to the planning stage to determine support of objection: 1. To make Kingsbury Street one way, between the High Street & Silverless Street, with traffic flowing uphill; 2. ...

Splodge · Splodge

Have you all signed the on-line petition yet? http://petitions.pm.gov.uk/savernake You have until September 6th.

tracare · tracare

We heard a noise outside at about 1.30 am and looked out of the window to find a youth of about 16 in full chav uniform trying to rip the aerial of our sons car he had already taken the one of off our daughters car and as we found out off of another 50 cars in the area....so not wanting to let him do any damage to th...

Sarge · Sarge

I am trying to contact a friend from the early 1950s. Her name, at that time, was Olive Cook. She was a nurse at the local hospital and enjoyed golf. I would appreciate any information including the sad news of her demise.

angel · angel

Don't forget - we're trying for the umpteenth time to save services at Savernake Hospital. Departments are being axed at a rate of knots by the powers that be and there is a public meeting - called by Marlborough Town Council - on Monday 4th June - YES - tomorrow! It's in the Town Hall - please spread the...

TeeDee · TeeDee

Did anyone get any photos of the buildings recently pulled down in New Road? During recent reminisings I found out that the site was a former coach garage for Harry Walton!! I only remember George Shire having a mower business there before Haine and Smith's operations. Anybody know any other previ...

susan · susan

Hello everyone! My grandma was Lily Brooks, she was born in 1890 in Marlborough but unfortunately I cannot find her on the 1901 census so I am wondering if Marlborough was not where her birth would have been registered. She had an older sister called May and eventually a younger sister called Bessie,...

sue50plus · sue50plus

Somewhere on the outskirts of Marlborough towards Silbury I can recall visiting a woods that were covered in bluebells.............does anyone know where the woods are and when it is open to view the bluebells.

TeeDee · TeeDee

Anyone ever heard of the Duke's Vaunt? It's a very old oak in Savernake forest, possibly 1000 years or so. It is now in serious decline so if you want to take a last look dont leave it too long as there is only one shaky bough left in leaf. Directions can be given but its not easy to find it you dont know the for...

tracare · tracare

TO THOSE OF YOU NOT FAMILIAR WITH JOE ARPAIO, HE IS THE MARICOPA COUNTYSHERIFF( ARIZONA) AND HE KEEPS GETTING ELECTED OVER AND OVER AGAIN. These are some of the reasons why: Sheriff Joe Arpaio created the "tent city jail" to save Arizona from spending tens of million of dollars on another e...

TeeDee · TeeDee

So, I read and hear that Kennet District Council could be scrapped and all of our dwindling facilities will be adminictered from Trowbridge.( They had an earthquake there last year that caused £4million of improvements!) Do we think this is a good move or are our mandarins going to be more isolated?...

MTSoC · MTSoC

Hi everyone After a year at university and seeing a sport recently that has taken off around the country. I been thinking about setting up a club in Marlborough. Just wondered what everyone would think if I did this over the summer. Here a link to the governing body and how it played as well as an image to h...

tracare · tracare

Just seen in the paper that another pelican crossing will be installed at the bottom of Salisbury road........so that makes one and a half in London road one and a half in Salisbury road Three in Bath road .....and how many on the Herd Street Swindon road .....NONE!!!!! does any one els...

Craig · Craig

Hello, I am trying to contact a former colleague named Libby Parkes, who worked with me in London as an Investment Writer for a Fund Management company. She used to commute from her home in or close to Marlborough. As far as I recall, her partner's name is Tom Wilton. If anyone can point me in the righ...

go billy · go billy

What do we know about the Marlborough Players, is it a good group to join?

snewp · snewp

Hello I am researching the Customs and Traditions of the British Isles and am looking at examples of Beating the Bounds. I known that in recent years Marlborough has revivied this event but cannot see whether this is still a current event. Can anybody advise if this is still held? Could you tell me anyt...

go billy · go billy

what local activities does the town have to offer for a newcomer?

Maverick · Maverick

Did anyone else see the letter in the paper this week about the removal of litter bins in Aldbourne? All to do with the new vehicles not being able to cope with the old ones it seems. So now, we are led to believe there is already a significant increase in street litter. I wonder if the good p...

kezza · kezza

polly who used be the land lady withe trevor at the sun inn ive forgotton a few names but regulars from the sun and welly from that era and jo the cook from the merlin i think going back a few years

TeeDee · TeeDee

We need to have a co-ordinated approach to this terrible news!! Can we have news of demonstrations and advice on the best ways to show our feelings on this disgusting decision. WE NEED THE MINOR INJURIES CLINIC TO STAY OPEN Especially with the doctors not on call after hours!

Eton · Eton

Greetings all! There is a strong possibility that I may be moving to Marlborough to start a new life soon. I was wondering if any of you guys could give me an overview of social life in your little town. I'm a 27y.o. man and I'm used to city-style life, however it is enough for me to know that there is at l...

TeeDee · TeeDee

I'm going away for a couple of days to find something to grump about!! Happy New Year

doebag · doebag

Hello, My wife and I have stopped in Marlborough several times when visiting friends in the West Country. Now a group of us are intending to go for a Motorbike ride during the day on New Years Eve, and I thought of visiting Marlborough. Will the Restaurants and Coffee shops be open for trade during t...

tracare · tracare

Up at 7am to put the Turkey in the incinerator

happy Christmas everyone

TeeDee · TeeDee

I see the council have objected to loading houses up against the walls of the new St john's school. Good for them!! Crest Nicholson are making millions from this deal, surely there is enough cash in the pot to rebuild this school without this level of over development? What about the proposed St Peter'...

tracare · tracare

Really going to stir things up now Marlborough houses and their outside Xmas lights .....I want nominations for either tasteful or tacky lights (just say which you think they are when you nominate them)....if I get them I will take some pics and put them on a page on the site for peopl...

JP75 · JP75

I've just moved to Marlborough and would be interested to hear of anything going on for New Years Eve - all & any suggestions would be much appreciated?!

angel · angel

Having complained bitterly about the lights in Marlborough High Street last year I'm so grateful that Tim Smith and team have made a huge difference this year. I just drove into the High Street from St Peter's end - with the bend in the road there, it looks absoulutely fantastic. What a re...

TeeDee · TeeDee

Latest news doing the rounds..... T H White to move to Salisbury Road Blot on the Landscape and Tesco to move intoTH White premises in London Road!!! Anyone else heard on can confirm this??

Jon Boy · Jon Boy

Has anyone else noticed the numbers of mallards that are being killed on George Lane recently? Either the birds are getting slowly intoxicated on the fallen apples at Culvermead Close and stumbling into oncoming traffic or, more likely, drivers are speeding and not looking out for these waddling w...

tracare · tracare

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david · david

Hi, I'm a gay man moving to marlborough soon. I was wondering if the are any local gay social groups in the town? If anyone knows of any please get in touch.

tracare · tracare

Why do kids insist on practising an American custom in Briton .....I say ban trick or treat or send those who want to do it to the States

tracare · tracare

The first one started off OK but the second one was a letdown ....I always thought the idea was that the second one was the biger and better one .....but it turned out to smaller and without any new rides ............again too much drinking and damage ....and I believe an increase in shoplifti...

cardboardtown · cardboardtown

I'm not talking about the November 5th ones either. No, I am talking about people who burn their garden refuse (and sometimes other things) in their garden. It's just so antisocial and inconsiderate. Today I thought I would take the opportunity to do some jobs around my garden...

tracare · tracare

Did you go? It seemed as the humerous floats were a bit thin on the ground ....did like the 007 spy bin though

.... Any thoughts

tracare · tracare

I thiught the chips in the bin where a rumour but they are there ...they contain a unique number that is logged with your adress so they can if they want start charging you for the amount of waste you put out ...... and if I see 30 views on this and no replies I will shut down the whole site for good -...

Beatrice · Beatrice

i know, sounds ridiculous but I've got to try. I realize England is a large country but hey - sometimes it is a very small world and now technology is on my side. I need any and all help to locate a very dear friend with very little information. Chris Williams and I worked together in approximately 1987/88...

tracare · tracare

Is it just me or has anyone else noticed that folks are having a lot more bonfires since the new rubbish regulations came in......... There are now two new skips in the Skurrays car park for plastic and cardboard but they where overflowing last weekend and pretty much full yesterday

Miss S · Miss S

Has anyone been to a wedding reception at the castle and ball? I'm thinking about it as a venue but cant visualise what its like as i havent seeen the function rooms. Just wondered if its nice or not so nice....like a meeting/boardroom? Apart from the town hall, i cant think of anywhere else in Marlbor...

Maud · Maud

Hi everyone. I have a friend who needs to get to Marlborough from London next Monday evening, preferably cheap. Is there a specific bus route you suggest? Thanks in advance.

TeeDee · TeeDee

Its going to be a busy weekend next week...... Horse Trials.... Jazz Festival..... World Cup final.... And I'm working all weekend.. Great

Gurslad · Gurslad

A new law is coming for people with dogs. I now live in Cheltenham and the council are going to do the following. (1) Dogs are to be kept on leads, even in local parks!.Dogs are not allowed to run free. (2) You are not allowed to have more than two dogs with you. They've just sacked the dog warden!. Who...

rocker · rocker

Is'nt the world cup the best. footy is definatly the best sport ever invented anyone who dissagrees is quite simply wrong!!!

TeeDee · TeeDee

Went on the ARK walk along the Kennet from Elcot lane to Axford on Sunday. What a pleasant afternoon strolling along the usually innaccessable parts of our heritage. Shame we did'nt see a kingfisher but loads of wildlife to view, with many trout in the river. Where were you all??....

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Happy Christmas (Preview) We would like to wish everyone a Happy Christmas ....have a good one	tracare	0	1175	Dec 25, 2007 by tracare
	NEW MARLBOROUGH WEBSITE (Preview) The Marlborough Players have just launched their own website. This will give full details of current and all previous productions and can be found by clicking on the following link we have a policy of not linking to sites who don't link back (common courtesy) so this has been removed until a return l...	Marlburian	0	1279	Nov 22, 2007 by Marlburian
	Marlborough Players AUDITIONS (Preview) I am delighted to announce that the Marlborough Players next production will be Mike Williams comedy "Waiting for Panto!" It tells the tale of a group of amateur actors, who find themselves with an audience, theatre and stage, but no play. Unable to decide what to do, they embark on a re...	Marlburian	0	1232	Nov 22, 2007 by Marlburian
	10 years old (Preview) This site is ten years old on the 1st of November and is amongst the first of the community sites to go live in the UK .....something we are quite proud of	tracare	2	565	Oct 29, 2007 by Splodge
	Call us mad if you like (Preview) Call us mad if you like, but we are considering starting up the Carnival again ......yep I know confirmed stark staring mad........but it will be only for one day and will take the form of a BIG village fete, car boot sale, stalls, helicopter rides, charity stalls, fire engines, Bobby van, old tractor...	tracare	5	677	Oct 6, 2007 by tracare
	KINGSBURY STREET - CHANGES (Preview) Not sure if everyone is aware, but following a consultation, the following proposals are to be put to the planning stage to determine support of objection: 1. To make Kingsbury Street one way, between the High Street & Silverless Street, with traffic flowing uphill; 2. ...	Marlburian	3	649	Sep 13, 2007 by TeeDee
	On-line petition to save services at Savernake Hospital (Preview) Have you all signed the on-line petition yet? http://petitions.pm.gov.uk/savernake You have until September 6th.	Splodge	1	623	Sep 7, 2007 by angel
	Did you have your car aerial stolen (Preview) We heard a noise outside at about 1.30 am and looked out of the window to find a youth of about 16 in full chav uniform trying to rip the aerial of our sons car he had already taken the one of off our daughters car and as we found out off of another 50 cars in the area....so not wanting to let him do any damage to th...	tracare	0	565	Aug 11, 2007 by tracare
	Person search (Preview) I am trying to contact a friend from the early 1950s. Her name, at that time, was Olive Cook. She was a nurse at the local hospital and enjoyed golf. I would appreciate any information including the sad news of her demise.	Sarge	0	571	Jul 16, 2007 by Sarge
	Savernake Hospital (Preview) Don't forget - we're trying for the umpteenth time to save services at Savernake Hospital. Departments are being axed at a rate of knots by the powers that be and there is a public meeting - called by Marlborough Town Council - on Monday 4th June - YES - tomorrow! It's in the Town Hall - please spread the...	angel	3	600	Jun 13, 2007 by RichPitts
	New Road developments (Preview) Did anyone get any photos of the buildings recently pulled down in New Road? During recent reminisings I found out that the site was a former coach garage for Harry Walton!! I only remember George Shire having a mower business there before Haine and Smith's operations. Anybody know any other previ...	TeeDee	2	630	Jun 5, 2007 by mark shire
	Lily Brooks (Preview) Hello everyone! My grandma was Lily Brooks, she was born in 1890 in Marlborough but unfortunately I cannot find her on the 1901 census so I am wondering if Marlborough was not where her birth would have been registered. She had an older sister called May and eventually a younger sister called Bessie,...	susan	2	599	May 25, 2007 by TeeDee
	Bluebells (Preview) Somewhere on the outskirts of Marlborough towards Silbury I can recall visiting a woods that were covered in bluebells.............does anyone know where the woods are and when it is open to view the bluebells.	sue50plus	4	588	May 25, 2007 by MTSoC
	Dukes Vaunt (Preview) Anyone ever heard of the Duke's Vaunt? It's a very old oak in Savernake forest, possibly 1000 years or so. It is now in serious decline so if you want to take a last look dont leave it too long as there is only one shaky bough left in leaf. Directions can be given but its not easy to find it you dont know the for...	TeeDee	3	1147	May 15, 2007 by tiktok
	the way it should be (Preview) TO THOSE OF YOU NOT FAMILIAR WITH JOE ARPAIO, HE IS THE MARICOPA COUNTYSHERIFF( ARIZONA) AND HE KEEPS GETTING ELECTED OVER AND OVER AGAIN. These are some of the reasons why: Sheriff Joe Arpaio created the "tent city jail" to save Arizona from spending tens of million of dollars on another e...	tracare	0	478	Apr 29, 2007 by tracare
	Demise of Kennet?? (Preview) So, I read and hear that Kennet District Council could be scrapped and all of our dwindling facilities will be adminictered from Trowbridge.( They had an earthquake there last year that caused £4million of improvements!) Do we think this is a good move or are our mandarins going to be more isolated?...	TeeDee	1	545	Apr 1, 2007 by tracare
	Octopush (Underwater Hockey) (Preview) Hi everyone After a year at university and seeing a sport recently that has taken off around the country. I been thinking about setting up a club in Marlborough. Just wondered what everyone would think if I did this over the summer. Here a link to the governing body and how it played as well as an image to h...	MTSoC	0	537	Mar 26, 2007 by MTSoC
	OH lovely more crossings (Preview) Just seen in the paper that another pelican crossing will be installed at the bottom of Salisbury road........so that makes one and a half in London road one and a half in Salisbury road Three in Bath road .....and how many on the Herd Street Swindon road .....NONE!!!!! does any one els...	tracare	8	711	Mar 21, 2007 by TeeDee
	Trying to Contact a Former Colleague (Preview) Hello, I am trying to contact a former colleague named Libby Parkes, who worked with me in London as an Investment Writer for a Fund Management company. She used to commute from her home in or close to Marlborough. As far as I recall, her partner's name is Tom Wilton. If anyone can point me in the righ...	Craig	1	599	Mar 21, 2007 by TeeDee
	marlborough Players (Preview) What do we know about the Marlborough Players, is it a good group to join?	go billy	1	521	Mar 21, 2007 by TeeDee
	Beating the Bounds (Preview) Hello I am researching the Customs and Traditions of the British Isles and am looking at examples of Beating the Bounds. I known that in recent years Marlborough has revivied this event but cannot see whether this is still a current event. Can anybody advise if this is still held? Could you tell me anyt...	snewp	4	608	Mar 16, 2007 by tracare
	what to do? (Preview) what local activities does the town have to offer for a newcomer?	go billy	5	631	Mar 8, 2007 by Nick
	Rubbish in Aldbourne (Preview) Did anyone else see the letter in the paper this week about the removal of litter bins in Aldbourne? All to do with the new vehicles not being able to cope with the old ones it seems. So now, we are led to believe there is already a significant increase in street litter. I wonder if the good p...	Maverick	3	577	Mar 2, 2007 by Young Fogey
	trying to contact a couple of old friends (Preview) polly who used be the land lady withe trevor at the sun inn ive forgotton a few names but regulars from the sun and welly from that era and jo the cook from the merlin i think going back a few years	kezza	2	605	Feb 21, 2007 by kezza
	Minor Injuries Unit to close!!!!!! (Preview) We need to have a co-ordinated approach to this terrible news!! Can we have news of demonstrations and advice on the best ways to show our feelings on this disgusting decision. WE NEED THE MINOR INJURIES CLINIC TO STAY OPEN Especially with the doctors not on call after hours!	TeeDee	3	564	Feb 16, 2007 by angel
	Social life in Marlborough? (Preview) Greetings all! There is a strong possibility that I may be moving to Marlborough to start a new life soon. I was wondering if any of you guys could give me an overview of social life in your little town. I'm a 27y.o. man and I'm used to city-style life, however it is enough for me to know that there is at l...	Eton	4	676	Jan 18, 2007 by Nick
	Happy New Year (Preview) I'm going away for a couple of days to find something to grump about!! Happy New Year	TeeDee	2	522	Dec 31, 2006 by angel
	New Years Eve Daytime (Preview) Hello, My wife and I have stopped in Marlborough several times when visiting friends in the West Country. Now a group of us are intending to go for a Motorbike ride during the day on New Years Eve, and I thought of visiting Marlborough. Will the Restaurants and Coffee shops be open for trade during t...	doebag	6	687	Dec 31, 2006 by angel
	Happy Christmas (Preview) Up at 7am to put the Turkey in the incinerator happy Christmas everyone	tracare	1	508	Dec 26, 2006 by Splodge
	Council turns down plans (Preview) I see the council have objected to loading houses up against the walls of the new St john's school. Good for them!! Crest Nicholson are making millions from this deal, surely there is enough cash in the pot to rebuild this school without this level of over development? What about the proposed St Peter'...	TeeDee	1	516	Dec 21, 2006 by Splodge
	Xmas lights (Preview) Really going to stir things up now Marlborough houses and their outside Xmas lights .....I want nominations for either tasteful or tacky lights (just say which you think they are when you nominate them)....if I get them I will take some pics and put them on a page on the site for peopl...	tracare	1	507	Dec 11, 2006 by TeeDee
	New Years Eve suggestions? (Preview) I've just moved to Marlborough and would be interested to hear of anything going on for New Years Eve - all & any suggestions would be much appreciated?!	JP75	2	568	Dec 7, 2006 by TeeDee
	Christmas Lights (Preview) Having complained bitterly about the lights in Marlborough High Street last year I'm so grateful that Tim Smith and team have made a huge difference this year. I just drove into the High Street from St Peter's end - with the bend in the road there, it looks absoulutely fantastic. What a re...	angel	2	553	Nov 27, 2006 by pan
	Tesco coming to Town???? (Preview) Latest news doing the rounds..... T H White to move to Salisbury Road Blot on the Landscape and Tesco to move intoTH White premises in London Road!!! Anyone else heard on can confirm this??	TeeDee	3	612	Nov 26, 2006 by tracare
	George Lane: a wildlife massacre (Preview) Has anyone else noticed the numbers of mallards that are being killed on George Lane recently? Either the birds are getting slowly intoxicated on the fallen apples at Culvermead Close and stumbling into oncoming traffic or, more likely, drivers are speeding and not looking out for these waddling w...	Jon Boy	2	615	Nov 25, 2006 by angel
	Somerfield closing down for good (Preview) as..................................................an	tracare	7	1406	Nov 16, 2006 by Splodge
	out in town (Preview) Hi, I'm a gay man moving to marlborough soon. I was wondering if the are any local gay social groups in the town? If anyone knows of any please get in touch.	david	1	578	Nov 14, 2006 by Jon Boy
	I hate E.T. (Preview) Why do kids insist on practising an American custom in Briton .....I say ban trick or treat or send those who want to do it to the States	tracare	2	683	Nov 3, 2006 by spokenfor
	Mop Fairs (Preview) The first one started off OK but the second one was a letdown ....I always thought the idea was that the second one was the biger and better one .....but it turned out to smaller and without any new rides ............again too much drinking and damage ....and I believe an increase in shoplifti...	tracare	0	547	Oct 15, 2006 by tracare
	I hate bonfires (Preview) I'm not talking about the November 5th ones either. No, I am talking about people who burn their garden refuse (and sometimes other things) in their garden. It's just so antisocial and inconsiderate. Today I thought I would take the opportunity to do some jobs around my garden...	cardboardtown	3	577	Oct 10, 2006 by Richard
	Pewsey carnival (Preview) Did you go? It seemed as the humerous floats were a bit thin on the ground ....did like the 007 spy bin though .... Any thoughts	tracare	1	538	Oct 3, 2006 by TeeDee
	Spy bins (Preview) I thiught the chips in the bin where a rumour but they are there ...they contain a unique number that is logged with your adress so they can if they want start charging you for the amount of waste you put out ...... and if I see 30 views on this and no replies I will shut down the whole site for good -...	tracare	14	704	Sep 15, 2006 by Maverick
	Christopher Williams (Preview) i know, sounds ridiculous but I've got to try. I realize England is a large country but hey - sometimes it is a very small world and now technology is on my side. I need any and all help to locate a very dear friend with very little information. Chris Williams and I worked together in approximately 1987/88...	Beatrice	0	535	Sep 9, 2006 by Beatrice
	No smoke without fire (Preview) Is it just me or has anyone else noticed that folks are having a lot more bonfires since the new rubbish regulations came in......... There are now two new skips in the Skurrays car park for plastic and cardboard but they where overflowing last weekend and pretty much full yesterday	tracare	0	537	Aug 13, 2006 by tracare
	wedding reception (Preview) Has anyone been to a wedding reception at the castle and ball? I'm thinking about it as a venue but cant visualise what its like as i havent seeen the function rooms. Just wondered if its nice or not so nice....like a meeting/boardroom? Apart from the town hall, i cant think of anywhere else in Marlbor...	Miss S	1	540	Jul 19, 2006 by tracare
	Getting to Marlborough from London (Preview) Hi everyone. I have a friend who needs to get to Marlborough from London next Monday evening, preferably cheap. Is there a specific bus route you suggest? Thanks in advance.	Maud	1	581	Jul 19, 2006 by tracare
	All happening.... (Preview) Its going to be a busy weekend next week...... Horse Trials.... Jazz Festival..... World Cup final.... And I'm working all weekend.. Great	TeeDee	2	538	Jul 4, 2006 by TeeDee
	Dogs (Preview) A new law is coming for people with dogs. I now live in Cheltenham and the council are going to do the following. (1) Dogs are to be kept on leads, even in local parks!.Dogs are not allowed to run free. (2) You are not allowed to have more than two dogs with you. They've just sacked the dog warden!. Who...	Gurslad	2	509	Jun 22, 2006 by Gurslad
	the beautiful game (Preview) Is'nt the world cup the best. footy is definatly the best sport ever invented anyone who dissagrees is quite simply wrong!!!	rocker	0	501	Jun 19, 2006 by rocker
	ARK (Preview) Went on the ARK walk along the Kennet from Elcot lane to Axford on Sunday. What a pleasant afternoon strolling along the usually innaccessable parts of our heritage. Shame we did'nt see a kingfisher but loads of wildlife to view, with many trout in the river. Where were you all??....	TeeDee	0	478	Jun 5, 2006 by TeeDee
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