14 Clitheroe Advertiser & Times, Thursday, January 11 th, 2007 expressed thanks.
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Wl The last meeting of 200G for Billington and Langho WI took the form of a festive
Members took part in a photo quiz, which was won by Mrs V. Eccles, Mrs K. Robertson and Mrs E. Wilson.
After the meal the ladies were enter tained by Richard Greaves, who played a delightful selection of Christmas songs and carols on the organ.
President Mrs Lilian Hargreaves closed
A competition for a winter scarf was won by Mrs Margaret Gardner and the birthday gift was presented to Mrs Jennifer Saunders. Raffle winner was Mrs Sarah Hulme.
be visiting Eaves
Hall, West Bradford, on January 17th. The walking group
The next meeting will be held on February 7th at 7-30 p.m. when Sue Keedy will talk about Tai Chi. The competition will bo for any item
Party letter "f".
the evening by wish- Just over 100 guests ing all members sea- aged between 60 and sonal greetings.
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Thanks were also expressed to Brether- ton's Goldline Tours Kathy Bailey, of the Cobbled Corner cafe, Robinson Bros, butchers and Thorn- ber's.
A formal vote of thanks was given to Mr Butters, his com mittee and helpers by Jack Whitaker on behalf of all the guests.
will not meet until A rousing and varied March.
programme of enter tainment was pro vided by Slaidburn Silver Band, who played many old favourite sing-a-long numbers, carols and music for dancing.
beginning with the Any local businesses prepared to offer support in the form of bingo or raffle prizes, sponsorship
Young Farmers At the meeting of Bolton-by-Bowland Young Farmers’ Club, members prac tised public speak ing.
Next week’s meeting will bo hold in the village hall at 7-45 p.m.
festive party in the CririStmaS fair village hall. In addi- Gisburn’s annual tion, teas were taken Christmas fair raised out to 10 eligible peo- a total of £757. pie who w’ere unable Donations will be to attend due to ill- made to Gisburn ness or Incapacity. Festival Hall and to The parly got off to a Associated Country
90, including former residents living in nearby nursing homes and sheltered accommodation, were welcomed to the annual Chipping Welfare Committee or- ■ x
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Spellbound A Churches Together event is being held In Chatburn Methodist Church on Saturday, January 27th, at ’7- 30 p.m.
The film “Spell bound”, about local countryside scenes and bistory, will be shown and this will be preceded by a hot pot supper.
Tickets, costing £5, Chairman are available from Roy Porter’s butch ers, Chatburn.
es, comedy and dance items from Chipping Cubs and Brownies, a very tal ented group of young people led by Bob Noblett, Kate Bailey, Irena Preston and Kale Plumb. Martin
Butters thanked committee members and volunteers who had worked hard to prepare for the party.
Eyes down The next bingo session to be held in Chip ping Village Hall will be run by the Cubs and Scouts on Satur day, January 20th. Doors open at 6-30 p.m. with eyes down
Wl Members of Chipping WI were welcomed to the first meeting of 2007 in the village hall. Guest speaker was Mr Peter Shore, who gave a slide show entitled “From Seashore to Moun tain Top”. It includ ed pictures of wildlife in and around the country, including birds, animals and fish.
Mrs Jennifer Kelly
fhI'r'1'’form^Mion: contact Kate on 0199561033.
treated to a selection Wl of camp-fire sketch- The speaker at Gis burn WI was Mrs
good start, with a sit-down meal of beef, ham, potatoes and salad followed by trifle, cakes, fruit pies and cups of tea. Following the meal, those present were
Women of the World. ACWWis the largest interna tional organisation for rural women and its affiliates include the Women’s Insti tute.
or donations should contact Martin and Barbara Butters on 01995-61586.
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ews from the Villages
Social time All Christmas and New Year events in Knowle Green Vil lage Hall were well- attended
and
better attended than matter of a web ever before, while the
enjoyed. The evening of Christmas music with the Red Rose Singers put everyone in the mood for Christmas, the carols by candlelight serv ice in the beautifully decorated congrega tional church was
Presidential role for Christine
A FORMER member of Clitheroe YFC is the new president of the Lancashire Federation of Young Farm ers’Clubs.
At the organisation’s 66th AGMy held at Samlesbury Memorial Hall, Miss Mary Bailey was elected to the post.
county chairman and has been Northern Area Chair man, as well as a member of National Young Farmers’ Council. She expressed her joy and pride at being elect-
dent.
Christine Thistleth- waite. Her talk on “Country Days and Country Ways” was greatly enjoyed. She also read her own dialect poetry, told it
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The AGM celebrated the achievements of clubs and members, as well as thank ing the many volunteers who ensure that such a var-
Friday, January 26th, in the parish room at Grindleton CE School, starting at7-30p.m.
funny anecdotes and ; showed a collection of relevant books and photographs. She was thanked by Mrs Susan Wall- bank.
He gave a summary T a j Q[-|j
of events arranged All are welcome to join by the committee during the previous 12 months, including outings to the Lake District and Grange-' over-Sands, Chester, Blackpool Grand Theatre and late- night shopping in Preston.
in a Tai Chi day course on Saturday
3 p.m. The tutor will be Chris Wonder, of Burton-in-Holme, Carnforth. Contact 01200 445374 for fur ther details.
fund-raising bingo Win© taStlPig
again had been gen erous in their sup port - the Brabins Trust, Edward Helme charity. Chip ping Show Commit tee, Chipping Steam Fair Committee and the three churches of the village. He added that without such financial support, together with the
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Martin Burt in his Wine Challenge. It is expected to be a hugely enjoyable event and people new to the village will be warmly wel comed by the many regulars.
in Gisburn Festival Tickets are priced £12 Hall from 10 a.m. to
buffet. They are available from Nor man Kelly on 01200 441320 with a limit ed supply available at the Duke of York.
charities, commit- ^story gfoup Waste paper tees, businesses and The next meeting of The usual waste paper
individuals who once Gisburn Historical collection in aid of Society is a week oar- Grindleton WI funds Her than normal, is being held today, next Thursday. The Contributions of speaker this month newspaper and mag- will be Mr Schofield, of the North West Sound Archives, at Clitheroe Castle Museum.
Mid munch It is time for the next mid-month munch at Grindleton Methodist Church.
azines - not card board - can bo left in the enclosure at the top of Back Lane, near the chapel wall.
and include a cheese ana include a Cheese
ied and excellent pro gramme of competitions and events continues. It also saw the end of Mr Fred Ollerton’s three-year term as president. He reported that he had thoroughly enjoyed his terra and was very proud to have,.,been given the opportunity.
In 1963 Miss Bailey was Lan- The meeting was also the last cashire’s first ever lady to be chaired by retiring
county chairman, Mr Richard Eastham, of Sain- lesbury YFC. After his speech he handed the reigns
ed and looked forward to her After a very close vote. Miss term as Lancashire’s presi- Christine Parkinson, of
Awards were given as follows: Best contribution to AGM, Miss Katie Cranshaw, Sam-
mum donation of £3, a hot main course is served followed by a
.choice of desserts and hot drinks. The church asks that those attending should book their meal by Sunday evening with Mark and Karen'Sleet on 01200 422392.
lesbury YFC; Top club in all YFC competition, Sam lesbury YFC; Top region in all YFC competitions. Bow- land Region; Top club in all
YFC; President’s Award, Miss Katie Cranshaw, Sam lesbury YFC, and Mr Richard Eastham, Samles bury YFC; President’s spe cial recognition award, Mr Michael Rimmer; Award for member promoting YFC the most, Mr Andrew Byers, Samlesbury YFC.
to Mr Benjamin Towers, of Pictured are new and retiring KirkhamYFC;
Slaidburn YFG was elected the federation’s vice-chair man.
officers, from left to right: Benjamin Towers (county chairman), Mary Bailey (county president), Chris
tine Parkinson (county vice- chairman), Richard East ham (retiring county chair man), Fred Ollerton (retir ing county president), (s)
Stars and Sparklers, go, call Gill McDon- will be a talk on com- nell on 01254 826378 posting, organised by before this weekend.
Sarah Harrison. Over-65S partV St John’s organ has been
John’s Church, Hurst Green, for a major operation, hut there will still be music. After months of fund-raising, parishioners this week saw the church organ removed in a
days.
After repairs lasting two to three months, the organ will be returned for, hopeful ly, many more years’ service. In the mean time, parishioners will still have music, thanks to the dona tion of an organ from
and car boot sales. The Grindleton Recre-The lunch takes place The next event the outings and ation Ground Chari- next Wednesday, planned for members annual party could, ty will be holding a January 17th, from of the church’s chil- not take place, fund-raising event on noon. For a mini- dren’s group. All
Council is putting on a composting puppet performance, fol lowed by composting games, in St John’s Church Hall on Fri day, January 19th, from 4-30 to 6 p.m. All are welcome to attend, with the cost being £2 per child, or £5 for three or more.
call Caroline Holden Wl
on 01254 826316,so that organisers can plan tor the appro priate number. Everyone attending is also asked to bring food tor a Jacob’s join.
Lancashire County if ____ ,• 1 j o___ :i:____ If you are eligible and would like to attend
Nativity play pre sented by the chil dren of the Knowle Green Kidz Church was attended by many local families.
VTrr!* ProciHonf^c AworH^“7 The service in Knoivle Wl party
The New Year’s Eve party in the village hall, which ended the celebrations, was well-attended and very enjoyable, rais ing around £700 for village hall funds.
Green Congregation al Church on Sunday will be led by the minister, the. Rev. Chris Okpoti. Any one requiring trans port is asked to call 01254 878394.
-riendship Club The Ladies Communi ty Friendship Club will meet in Langho Methodist Churchh on Monday at 2 p.m. Guest speaker will be
Admission is £1, which includes tea and biscuits.
Women meet
the annual party on The. next meeting of Friday, February Women of Today, 9th, please call Mrs Agnes Bland on 01254 826559 as soon as possible. From those sadly not yet old enough to be
Methodist Church hall.
invited, the organis- "^he speaker will be ers would like offers
of assistance, ivith entertainment or food. Please contact Mrs Bland or Mrs Gill McDonnell if you can help.
formerly the Young Women’s Circle, will be on Monday at 8 p.m. in Langho
Margo Grimshaw, tj ^ whose talk is entitled “Licensed to Live”.
The president of Mil ton WI, Mrs Sheila Bowles, welcomed members and guests to the New Year party and introduced guest speaker Mr Victor Coulton, of Eccleston, who was accompanied by his wife. He spoke about his interest in Mar riott Edgar, who worked with Stanley Holloway as writer and performer and wrote many of the monologues that made Holloivay famous.
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Inquiries: Mowse on 680548.
Dancing
job that took three The next meeting of <iancing has now recommenced at 8 P.m. on TuLday
Westholme School, Tickets are being Blackburn.
a holiday souvenir. • booked for Clitheroe
Hurst Green WI takes place on Thursday, January 25th, at 7-30 p.m. in , , . the village hall. Mrs WhlSt dflVS Barbara Charlson, a The Christmas whist popular and humor- drive will be held in ous speaker, will talk Knowle Green Vil- on her travels and lage Hall on Monday the competition is tor at 7-30 p.m. Admis- Sion is £2, which
includes tea and cake.
Parish Church’s pro- The military whist
duction of Anything and dominoes session Goes on February 15th, If you wish to
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evenings in Knowle meeting .of Green 'Village Hall. Mellor Parish Coun-
Helen Loughnane, a Retired nurse Mrs dietician at the Hillary Scott read Royal Blackburn health tips from old Hospital, who will household remedies, give a presentation Lisa of Clitheroe pro- on healthy eating, vided a delicious hot Admission is £2.
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Mr Roy Sagar thanked members on behalf of guests for a most enjoyable and ■entertaining evening.
cil, chairman Coun. Noel Walsh reported that the council had resolved to repair the ^^sigraph situated on the high point of _
mates are being
The next meeting will be in Whalley Methodist Church hall on February 7th at 7-45 p.m.
,
obtained to restore it.
was well-attended. It was reported that with 17 tables in the surface of Mellor
Mellor Moor. The RSCycl© feature has been Old Christmas cards damaged and esti- and wrapping paper can be recycled in the waste paper col- letion which takes place in Pendleton on Tuesday.
were three quiz win ners.
loway’s humorous poems and mono- iogues, including the famous “Albert and the Lion”. Mr Coul ton also read many of his own poems, which had become a hobby on his retire ment. He also played a selection of memo rable tunes on his accordion. Mrs Edna Clarkson expressed thanks.
the clerk said some progress had been made, but caution was needed since technology was mov ing so quickly in this field.
raised and
There will be no meet ing of the parish council in Februarj’.
tary drive will be held on February 7th. ■
the Trader’s Arms was breaking up badly. This will be refered to the high- way authority’s Whalley depot for attention.
Coun. Mrs Young informed members about the problems of over-running on the grass verges in St Mary’s Gardens. This is caused by parked vehicles on narrow estate roads. Ribble Valley Bor ough Council are to be asked for advice.
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Quiz The result of the Christmas quiz held in Read Constitu tional Club was: 1, The Fick Five; 2, Five Gals and a Guy; 3, A Rose Between Two Thorns; Booby (once again): Eb and Flo.
Lunch dub The next lunch club meeting, held in Read United Re formed Church hall, will be on Tuesday at 12-30 p.m. If the regular attenders know of any new comer who would like to join, then they should let Mrs Ann Wild know by Sunday.
Refuse Next week will see the return of the normal refuse collection in Read and Simon- stone. On Thursday, there will be a green waste bin as well as the normal house hold bin collection. There will be a sepa rate collection for Christmas trees, the date of which will be announced.
Waste paper The normal service for the collection of waste paper in Read and Simonstone will resume on Monday. Please leave your white sacks out early. Due to there being no collection during the festive season, if you have filled your hessian bag please use a car rier bag for the sur plus paper.
Readstone The Readstone Singers will start practising again next Wednesday at 7-30 p.m. in St John’s Church, Read. Any ladies who enjoy singing are invited to go along and try the evening with the choir. .
Sophie Altham (Hippy Chick): 3, Marcus Lever (Jolly Swagman).
Eight years and over: 1, Joseph Duck worth (Egyptian mummy): 2, Jake Wright
(Darth
Vader): 3, Mark Winckley (Captain Jack Sparrow).
A tasty tea of pizza, home-made cakes and goodies was fol lowed by games and dancing, organised by Mrs G. Whittle.
The prize for best home-made costume was won by Mrs A. Latham for “Hippy Chick”.
Wl “Spellbound on the Border” was the title of an enchanting presentation by Anne Binns and Gordon Sharpe to members of Riming ton WL Beside their most recent film, which depicts the countryside and townscapes of the Burnley and Pendle areas, they showed slides and short films of a local craftsman and a watercolourist, plus steam trains in the Hartz Moun tains, Germany.
Mrs C. Cawtherly, on behalf of the Rim- igton and Middop Children’s Sports Committee, thanked Mrs Brack, Mrs Whittle and all who had helped to make a happy and suc- ceessful party.
The closing sequence of scenes and close- ups of ice crystals and snow forma tions, was truly a “spellbinding” finale to a wonderful show.
At the start of the meeting, members stood in silence in memory of the late Mrs Alice Buckle, a founder member of Rimington WI and a valued and active member whose cheerful personality and many skills will be long remembered.
Children’s party It was fun and games all the way on Satur- day afternoon at Rimington and Mid- dop annual children’s party, held in the memorial institute.
First came the fancy dress parade with lots of ingenious cos tumes for Mrs E. Brack to judge.
Prizewinners were as follows. Four and under: 1, Oliver Fair- foot (cowboy on a horse); 2, Jack Wat- terson (Yoda from Star Wars); 3, Hettie Varley Fairy).
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Six and seven years: Luke Watterson (Cannibal King, Jack Sparrow); 2,
President Mrs J. Kerr thanked all who had helped to make the village carol evening such a success, rais ing over £200 for the Rimington and Mid dop First Respon ders.
The LFWI annual meeting will be held at Southport on March 6th when the speaker will be John Sergeant, former BBC chief political correspondent.
A letter from the DTI regarding the closure of rural post offices in reply to concerns raised by Rimington members was read. It was negative in tone.
Town crier Mrs C. Knowles announced local and village events and Mrs K. Scott expressed birthday greetings.
The walking group is looking forward to many pleasant out ings and Mrs B. Spencer thanked Mrs Knowles for organising the Christmas meal at East Marton.
The speakers judged the competition for a local scene, choosing those of Mrs Spencer, Mrs M. Sil- verwood and Mrs C. Thistlethwaite.
On February 6th, the speaker will be Mr John Fletcher, who
will.give a talk on nature reserves illus trated with slides.
100 cli3b Rimington 100 Club winners in Novem ber were: A. Farri- mond (£50), D. Knowles (£20), B. 'Varley (£10).
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Stamps All those people who collected used postage stamps over the Christmas peri od are thanked by Mrs Eileen Pearson, who sorts the stamps and passes them on to a charity. Occupy Till I Come, which helps needy people at home and over seas. Eileen wants to thank everyone for the great response over the festive sea son, and asks people to keep on collecting stamps and to pass
Youth Club The youth club starts again on Friday at 7 p.m. in Rimington Memorial Institute. I t is for all young people in Year 6 and above.
December winners: S.- Redman (£250),' R. George (£50), J. Spencer (£20) B. Varley (£10).
. them on to her at ■ home at 4 Alston Close, or at St Nicholas’s Church.
Panto Tickets are selling well for the production of “Little Red Riding Hood” by Sabden’s New Village Folk in St Nicholas’s Hall on Saturday and Sun day, January 26th and 27th. Rehearsals are well under way for this first pan tomime to be per formed by the new group and it is hop ing for lots of sup port from the village.
The group has received sponsorship from Stephen Par sons Builders, and is hoping to play to full houses.
Paper The next waste paper coilection in Sabden is on Tuesday when old newspapers, magazines etc. should be left out side in the white hes sian sacks for collec
Tickets are £6 for the two evening per formances, which includes potato pie supper, and £3 adults and £2 chil dren for the Satur day matinee when choc ices, pop, tea and biscuits etc. will be on sale. Tickets are stiil available for all performances and can be bought from Mrs Mavis Wiseman at Maesbury, at the bottom of Wesley Street, or by calling her on 01282 772267. Performances start at 7-15 p.m. and the doors open at 6-30 p.m. The Saturday afternoon perform ance starts at 2 p.m.
Thanks Sabden woman Mrs Carol Mellows wish es to thank everyone who responded to her appeal for help for the Nightsafe organisation, which helps homeless peo ple in Blackburn. As a result of her appeal, she managed to take a car load of food, clothes etc. to the shelter, which helps people who are down on their luck.
Please do not cut right up to the stamp, but leave at least an inch of the envelope.
Jacob’s join ' The licensing service for the new priest-in charge of St Nicholas’s Church, the Rev. Chris Ster- r.v, is due to take
Dinner The Ladies’ Circle at St Nicholas’s Church is holding its annual dinner next Friday,' January 19th. Any one interested in going along should contact Sheila Haworth as soon as possible.
Quiz The Christmas quiz sheets on the theme of dancing need to be returned by Sat urday to Mr John Shorter, of Whins Avenue, who organ ised the quiz on behaif of St Mary’s RC School. Com pleted entries can be left a t St Mary’s Church or school.
Mrs Mellows, who was helped by mem bers of St Nicholas’s Church, said: “On behalf of Nightsafe, St Nicholas’s and myself, I would like to say a very big thank you to all who kindly donated food, clothes etc to our Christmas appeal. They really appreci ated it at Nightsafe and here’s hoping we can help them again in the future.”
tion by the borough’s recycling service.
place next Thursday, January 18th, at ’7- 30 p.m. I t will be taken by the Bishop of Burnley, the Rt Rev. John Goddard, and followed by a Jacob’s join supper in the hall.
The young people’s Thursday Club will not now re-open after the holidays until February 1st.
Services The Baptist church in Sabden holds its usual 10 a.m. service on Sunday and this will be taken by Tim and Joan Peagam. The Rev. Roger Bradley will lead the 9-30 a.m. service at Sabden Methodist Church in Wesley Street.
St Mary’s The final total from the Christmas fair held at St Mary’s RC Church was a record £2,028, which included £70 from the silent auction of two tickets to watch a Burnley FC match in an executive box at Turf Moor.
Last week’s £20 bonus
Guest celebrant at St Nicholas’s Church for the 9-30 a.m. family Eucharist on Sunday will be the Rev. Brian Steven son. St Mary’s RC Church holds its usual weekend Masses at 6 p.m. Saturday and 10-30 a.m. Sunday.
School The PTFA at Sabden Primary School is hoiding a quiz night on Friday, January 26th, in school. The Christmas hamper provided by pupils, parents and staff raised almost £400 for PTFA funds, which is a fantastic amount, and thanks go to all who con tributed in any way.
During the holidays, the school has under gone some refurbish ment work. The hall ceiling has been replaced, the light ing upgraded and emergency lighting installed. Swimming classes tomorrow and netball for the juniors starts next Wednesday.
The after-school com munity events have restarted. Monday sees dance with Mrs Tattersall for any adults and children, between 3-30 and 4 p.m. On Tuesdays
■ there is cheerleading with Tracey from Sanderson’s Dance Centre, for all adults and
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between 3-30 and 4- 15 p.m. There mil be three netball sessions on Wednesdays, and oh Thursdays, between 3-30 and 4- 30 p.m., there is sport with Adam Lakeland. Also on Thursday, the ICT Club meets between 3-30 and 4-30 p.m. Everyone of any age
"is welcome to go into school and try out different activities or get some computer advice from Mrs Barrett.
was congratulated on winning the Regional Club of the Year Competition.
Next Monday’s meet ing is in Slaidburn Village Hall. Mem bers will spend the evening learning how to give reasons.
Wl Members of Simon- stone with Read WI will hold their annu al birthday party in Simonstone Old School next Thurs day, at 7-30 p.m.
There will be a short meeting followed by games, competitions and an excellent sup per. For anyone not already a member this would be a good night to try the WI and new members will be most wel-
Family service The Rev. Stewart Rid ley will take the fam ily service in St Catherine’s Church, West Bradford, on Sunday at 10-30 a.m.
Day of prayer A day of prayer will take place at, the English Martyrs’ RC Church on Saturday, January 20th, as part of the strong emphasis being placed by the diocese during the year on prayers for vocations to the priesthood.
Young Farmers Slaidburn Young Farmers met on Monday for a talk by Catherine Dick inson about New Zealand, where she worked on a sheep farm’ for eight months. The club
There will be an Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament from 10 a.m. until the beginning of the 5 p.m. mass.
The first meeting of the Sacramental Programme will be held after mass the following day.
Church service The preacher at Sun day afternoon’s wor ship at 2 p.m. in West Bradford Methodist Church will be Mr Peter Howard.
Line dancing Line dancing at Whal ley Village Hall, which will also raises money for charity, is proving popular. Instructor Cathy Riley has invited absolute beginners to come along on Fridays to take part at a cost of only £1 a time for two sessions.
“Several people came last week and I am expecting more tomorrow for the beginners session at 7 p.m.,” said Cathy.
“Whenever absolute beginners turn up they can take advan tage of the offer. After that, dona tions are requested.”
Cathy will be using money raised for research into Cystic Fibrosis and to help fund a trip to the Bethany Project in Tanzania, where she will be working as a volunteer. Her num ber is 01254 399687.
After School The informal after school service for pupils a t Whalley Primary School and their families starts again today at in the parish church. Refreshments are seryed for children and adults after school, with the service beginning at about 3-45 p.m.
The more advanced sessions at the vil- Ijige hall are from 8 p.m.
Today, the Thursday Group resume meet ings at 1 p.m. in The Presbytery.
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