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[Letter from Helen Muller to T. N. Carswell - July 20, 1965]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Helen Muller, Panhandle Agricultural and Mechanical College, Office of the Registrar, Goodwell, Oklahoma, dated July 20, 1965. Muller expresses her appreciation for the letter from Carswell concerning Dr. Cyrus N. Ray and explains that she wrote to Ray but does not know him. She offers to help financially, if needed, and advises that Mr. Ambrose Ray of Lubbock should know Dr. Ray well due her understanding that their families visited.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Rester Flower Shop - March 20, 1959]
A letter addressed to Rester Flower Shop, Poplarville, Mississippi from T. N. Carswell, dated March 20, 1959. Carswell advises of an attached check to cover the cost of a corsage for Miss Thelma Batson for Easter and for flowers for her home. He directs them to send his enclosed note with the flowers.
[Letter and Clipping from T. N. Carswell to Mrs. J. F. Daugharty - January 20, 1956]
A letter written to "Miss Emma Patterson" (Mrs. J. F. Daugharty), Fargo, Georgia from T. N. Carswell, dated January 20, 1956. Carswell expresses his sympathy to Daugharty on the death of her husband and reminisces about the past and how he knew her. Attached is a newspaper article printed by the Clinch County News, Homerville, Georgia, with an obituary titled "J. F. Daugharty Dies At Age 83".
[Telegram from Edna Johnson to T. N. Carswell - January 22, 1951]
A Western Union telegram sent to T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from Edna [Johnson], Pecos, Texas, dated January 22, 1951. Advisement of the death of Hardin and funeral arrangements.
[Letter from Edna G. Haynes to T. N. Carswell - November 29, 1950]
A letter written to Mr. Carswell from Edna G. Haynes, New York City, dated November 29, 1950. Haynes expresses her appreciation for the gift of pecans received from Carswell for the Holiday Season.
[Letter from R. D. Hill to T. N. Carswell - December 20, 1948]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene Machine Company, from R. D. Hill, The White-Plaza Hotels, Dallas, Texas, dated December 20, 1948. Hill extends Christmas greetings.
[Letter from O. E. Radford to T. N. Carswell - March 20, 1945]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas from O. E. Radford, Abilene, Texas, dated March 20, 1945. Radford acknowledges his receipt of Carswell's letter and check, he commiserates having to adapt to dentures and expresses his appreciation for the "nice things" Carswell said about his Dad [J. M. Radford]. He reminisces about February 1933 when they both "had quite a time to try to keep telegrams, etc. out of his hands" to keep the party a surprise. [A party given on February 25, 1933 to celebrate "50 years of building Abilene" honoring J. M. Radford.]
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Honorable R. G. Dickerson - December 20, 1938]
A letter written to R. G. Dickerson, Valdosta, Georgia from T. N. Carswell, dated December 20, 1938. Carswell offers his sympathy on Cary's death.
[Letter from Senator Morris Sheppard to T. N. Carswell - August 20, 1938]
A letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Secretary-Manager, Chamber of Commerce, Abilene, Texas from Morris Sheppard, United States Senate, dated August 20, 1938. Sheppard acknowledges his receipt of the "communication" from Carswell and expresses his pleasure in having visited with Carswell while he was in Washington. He acknowledges that Carswell is leaving the Chamber of Commerce on September 1 wishing him success and adds, in a handwritten postscript, that he prizes Carswell's friendship more than he can express.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Senator Tom Connally - April 20, 1946]
A letter written to Senator Tom Connally, United States Senate, from T. N. Carswell, dated April 20, 1946. Carswell informs Connally that he notes what the House has done to OPA and that he doubts the wisdom of destroying OPA at this time. He expresses his view of the failures of OPA but also his fear of the consequences on the economy if OPA is destroyed and requests that Connally use his influence to strengthen rather than destroy it.
[Letter from Senator Pat Bullock to T. N. Carswell - March 20, 1945]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Pat Bullock, The Senate of The State of Texas, Austin, dated March 20, 1945. Bullock advises that he agrees on all four points mentioned in Carswell's letter dated March 14 and that he has never voted against redistricting. He, too, is for the "open shop", agrees that Texas has too many District Courts and thinks "that a Constitutional Convention should be called to repeal our out-moded and patched-up Constitution".
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Representative Sam Russell - January 20, 1941]
A letter written to Judge Sam Russell, House of Representatives, Washington, D. C., from T. N. Carswell, Post Commander, dated January 20, 1941. Carswell makes a request to Russell for thirty-six copies of "Infantry Drill Regulations F. M. 22-5" advising of their need of these books for help with the Home Defense Guard Units they now have under way.
[Letter from James F. Cape, Jr. to T. N. Carswell - December 20, 1966]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from James F. Cape, Jr., Sales Manager, Ideals Publishing Co., Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201, U. S. A., dated December 20, 1966. Cape replies to Carswell regarding the subscription renewal advising that they are most happy to supply the information requested pertaining to the ten subscriptions they recently entered for him. Attachment includes: Recipients for 1966-1967 "Ideals"; Mauldin, Jimmy ; Mauldin, David ; Mauldin, Darrel ; Rhodes, Ed ; Rhodes, Christi ; Rhodes ; Rhodes, Annette ; Peacock, William, III ; Peacock, Thomas C. ; Carswell, T. N. ; Fogle, Janice ; Fogle, Ronnie ; McAden, Nancy ; Compere, Jan ; Collier, Vivian ; Collier, Barbara ; Asbury, Elizabeth ; Stoker, Susan ; Stoker, Tom.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Prentice-Hall, Inc. - October 20, 1965]
A letter addressed to Prentice-Hall, Inc., Englewood Cliffs, N. J., from T. N. Carswell, dated October 20, 1965. Carswell makes a second inquiry, referencing his letter of October 4, 1965, regarding not receiving the Report to which he subscribed in July.
[Letter from Betty Bray to T. N. Carswell - July 20, 1962]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Betty Bray, Underwriters General Agency, Dallas, Texas, dated July 20, 1962. Traditional business apology saying they are very sorry he did not approve of the service provided, yet, coverage was provided and they must charge for this.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Delta Air Lines - November 20, 1958]
A letter addressed to Public Relations, Delta Air Lines, Atlanta, Georgia, from T. N. Carswell, dated November 20, 1958. Carswell expresses his appreciation for help in catching a flight advising that Miss McKool was the friendly and charming messenger doing this especial service. He requests they use the check to purchase candy or a rose for McKool noting that long ago, someone said "sell a loaf and buy a rose, for the soul too must be fed".
[Letter from R. B. Leach, A. Bailey Lewis and Morgan Jones, Jr. to T. N. Carswell - August 20, 1954]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from R. B. Leach - Finance Co-Chairman, A. Bailey Lewis - Finance Co-Chairman, and Morgan Jones, Jr. - Treasurer, dated August 20, 1954. Leach expresses appreciation on behalf of Governor Shivers and the Taylor County Shivers for Governor Club for the contribution made by Carswell to Governor Shiver's run-off campaign to be held on August 28th. He notes the national importance of this election as shown by the reporter and photographer from Life magazine being assigned to Shivers during his "swing through Central West Texas" and emphasizes the importance of urging all supporters of Shivers to vote absentee or in person on August 28.
[Letter from Senator Lyndon B. Johnson to T. N. Carswell - July 20, 1953]
A letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Lyndon B. Johnson, United States Senate, Office of the Democratic Leader, dated July 20, 1953. Johnson acknowledges the letter from Carswell dated July 16th urging Johnson to support the request for increased postal rates. Johnson advises of the decision made by Acting Senate Majority Leader Knowland for no final action this year on the request for increases in mail rates but expresses his appreciation for the views and recommendations from Carswell in the matter, that what he says "will be given every consideration" if and when the request reaches the Senate floor.
[Letter from Representative Omar Burleson to T. N. Carswell - July 20, 1953]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Omar Burleson, House of Representatives, Washington, D. C., dated July 20, 1953. Burleson acknowledges the note from Carswell regarding proposals to increase mail rates. He advises that the Postmaster General made an excellent case for increasing rates to reduce the deficit, but the entire Department needs to be reorganized on a more businesslike basis.
[Letter from Mrs. James O. McLeod to T. N. Carswell - May 20, 1952]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Jewel McLeod (Mrs. James O. McLeod), Dallas 11, Texas, dated May 20, 1952. McLeod explains the suggestion she had made about Carswell securing a Civil Service connection in Dallas as selfish on her part and wanting again to work for her "Old Boss", since some of her fondest memories were in connection with her work with Carswell. McLeod describes her job and expresses her wish for the best for him and Mrs. Carswell, that Orville and the boys join in extending best regards.
[Letter from Coke R. Stevenson to T. N. Carswell - May 20, 1948]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Carswell Agency, Abilene, Texas, from Coke R. Stevenson, Austin, Texas, dated May 20, 1948. Confirmation from Stevenson that the suggestions contained in the recent letter from Carswell have been very helpful and the advisement of how those suggestions have been implemented. He requests that Carswell keep him informed as to his "situation" in that section of the State.
[Form letter and Special Orders: From Colonel Barry D. Greer to Major Thomas N. Carswell - June 30, 1956]
A form letter addressed to Major Thomas N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Barry D. Greer, Colonel AGC TEX NG, Chief, Pers Div, Austin, Texas, dated June 20, 1956. Discharge of Overage Officers in the TSGRC [Texas State Guard Reserve Corps] effective June 30, 1956. Attachment includes: SPECIAL ORDERS TSGRC NO. 9. from K. L. Berry, Major General, The Adjutant General and W. H. Martin, Brigadier General AGC TEX NG, Assistant Adjutant General, Austin, Texas dated June 30, 1956. A listing of officers having reached maximum age with AGD Cir No. 1 (TSGRC) December 17, 1953 honorablly discharged from the TSGRC [Texas State Guard Reserve Corps] effective June 30, 1956. Page five includes instructions and a listing of officers having reached maximum age with AGD Cir No. 1 (TSGRC) December 17, 1953 relieved from assignment and honorablly discharged. Page six includes instructions and a listing of officers honorablly discharged for reason, Whereabouts unknown.
[Letter from Captain Frank L. Turner to Major Tom Carswell - August 20, 1941]
A letter written to Major Tom Carswell, Commanding 10th Battalion, Texas Defense Guard, from Frank L. Turner, Captain, Infantry, 10th Battalion, Texas Defense Guard, McMurry College, Abilene, Texas, dated August 20, 1941. Turner advises Carswell that he has enclosed a copy of a letter that he received from the office of Col. Bannister, deems the enclosed letter self-explanatory and assures Carswell of his interest in the guard and of his desire to be of service. Typewritten on McMurry College letterhead bearing Nekoosa BOND watermark.
[Letter from Captain D. F. Morris to Major John W. Herbert, copy to Major T. N. Carswell - May 20, 1941]
A letter written to Major John W. Herbert, Major, C. O., 27th Battalion, Texas Defense Guard, Fort Worth, Texas, from D. F. Morris, Captain, Company "E", 10th Battalion, Texas Defense Guard, dated May 20, 1941. Copy to T. N. Carswell, Major, 10th Battalion, T.D.G., Abilene, Texas. Morris acknowledges having received a copy of the letter written by Herbert to Major T. N. Carswell and having carefully noted its contents. He provides to Herbert his business location and telephone number.
[Letter from R. D. Hill to T. N. Carswell - December 20, 1950]
A letter written to Mr. Carswell, from R. D. Hill, Casa Grande Lodge, Albuquerque, New Mexico, dated December 20, 1950. Hill monologues on politics and his concern for the possible loss of their fundamental freedoms and of their way of life, yet, optomistically advising of new business with the government confirming that KNUBLEN coffee is now being used at several of the governmental set-ups. He outlines his business travel itinerary and requests information regarding the large lathe advising that he may desire to have some machine work done by Dalton.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to R. H. Johnson - January 20, 1949]
A letter written to Mr. R. H. Johnson, New York 5, N. Y., from T. N. Carswell, dated January 20, 1949. Carswell expresses his appreciation for the effort by Johnson in trying to make some money noting that maybe the next time will prove out a bit more favorable.
[Receipt for stock as collateral for note payment from O. D. Harrison to T. N. Carswell and Chas. W. Barnes]
A receipt (stock certificate No. 253) from O. D. Harrison, for 188½ shares of Abilene Hotel Corporation stock, dated October 20, 1947. T. N. Carswell, Chas. W. Barnes.
[Postcard from 2nd Lieutenant Lee Haymes addressed to Major T. N. Carswell - April 20, 1941]
A postcard addressed to Major T. N. Carswell, Commander American Legion Post, Abilene, Texas, postmarked Munday, Texas, April 20, 1941. The reverse side includes correspondence to Major [T. N. Carswell] from Lee Haymes, 2nd Lt., Munday, Texas, dated April 20, 1941. Haynes issues a request from himself and Captain Walter Rice for Carswell to speak in Munday along the same line as he did at Throckmorton.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to William A. Blakley - December 20, 1960]
A letter written to Senator Wm. A. Blakley, Dallas, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, dated December 20, 1960. Carswell reminds Blakley that he supported him in his previous campaign advising him that he will do so again in the contest now approaching noting that the other announced contenders are not of his liking. He advises that Blakley will have no competition from Wright or Gonzales but the county will lean toward Tower should Blakley be in a run-off against him.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell addressed to The Mayor and Members of the City Commission, City of Abilene, Texas - November 20, 1958]
A letter addressed to The Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission, City of Abilene, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, dated November 20, 1958. Carswell advises of an ordinance having passed while he was away from the City, the closing of Cedar Street between Ambler Avenue and Vogle and the resulting depreciation of his property value.
[Letter from Major Richard E. Froiseth to T. N. Carswell - January 20, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Post Commander, Parramore Post No. 57, Abilene, Texas, from Richard E. Froiseth, Major, QMC Constructing Quartermaster, Camp Barkeley, Abilene, Texas, dated January 20, 1941. Froiseth acknowledges his receipt of the letter from Carswell and advises of an enclosed resolution respecting the employment of ex-service men which they are turning over to the Personnel Department.
[Letter from Major Richard E. Froiseth to T. N. Carswell - January 20, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Post Commander, Parramore Post No. 57, Abilene, Texas, from Richard E. Froiseth, Major, QMC Constructing Quartermaster, Camp Barkeley, Abilene, Texas, dated January 20, 1941. Froiseth acknowledges his receipt of the letter from Carswell and advises of an enclosed resolution respecting the employment of ex-service men which they are turning over to the Personnel Department.
[Letter from Andrew Dilworth to T. N. Carswell - June 20, 1946]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas, from Andrew Dilworth, San Antonio 5, Texas, dated June 20, 1946. Dilworth requests that Carswell support Jimmie Caviness for National Executive Committeeman and advises that the name of James M. Caviness was "presented" to and received an ovation from the convention. He briefly summarizes the life and qualifications of Caviness beginning with the following; "Jimmie Caviness is a veteran of both World War I and World War II. In the last war he served as a Colonel in the 36th Division, and he was a casualty of that war. He lost his only son in World War II."
[Delegate card issued by Harry E. Rather and Sam D. Forman, Jr. to T. N. Carswell]
A delegate card for the National Convention of The American Legion in Omaha, Nebraska, issued to Delegate T. N. Carswell by Harry E. Rather, Department Adjutant and Sam D. Forman, Jr., Department Commander -Texas DELEGATE SECTION, OMAHA AUDITORIUM, dated September 20, 1943. The reverse side includes confirmation certifying Carswell "as an official delegate to the Convention".
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Charlie Maisel - November 20, 1942]
A letter written to Charlie Maisel, Department Commander, American Legion, Phillips, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, Fifth Division Commander, American Legion, dated November 20, 1942. Carswell advises Maisel that he is submitting his recommendations for committee appointments noting that he is doing so only after having discussed the matter with each Division Commander in whose districts these men live: D. C. Harris, Mineral Wells - R. N. Richardson, Hardin-Simmons University, Abilene - W. R. Weaver, Spur - Charnell Jobe, Lamesa - A. E. Creigh, Jr., Sanderson - Leland L. Martin, Crane - F. E. (Fred) DeCoster, Amarillo - George E. Chisholm, Eden - F. D. Sheffield, Kerrville.
[Telegram to Peggy Carswell from T. N. Carswell - October 20, 1944]
A Western Union telegram sent to Miss Peggy A. Carswell, Cornell University, Ithaca, N.Y. from Dad [T. N. Carswell], Richmond, Texas, dated October 20, 1944. Carswell congratulates Peggy on her graduation from Cornell after having entered Randolph-Macon four years earlier, for four years of life, both bitter and sweet depending on one's efforts and philosophy. He expresses his wish that he could join her for the occasion and expresses his appreciation for Uncle Milton and Aunt Nonie for their presence and for all they have done. The reverse side includes Western Union terms, cost, and information regarding The Western Union Telegraph Company, Incorporated. R. B. White, President.
[Official Notice from the Registrar's Office of Randolph-Macon Woman's College]
An official notice from the Registrar's Office of Randolph-Macon Woman's College, Lynchburg, Virginia, dated March 20, 1942. Advisement of the date due for the reservation fee required to select a room for the 1942-1943 session.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to R. H. Carswell - June 20, 1938]
A letter written to Ray Carswell, International Harvester Company, Jacksonville, Florida, from T. N. Carswell, dated June 20, 1938. Carswell expresses his appreciation for the card hoping Ray Carswell's visit was pleasant then describes his own trip to Virginia to where he carried Mother and Peggy Anne to spend the summer.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Byrdie Carswell and Peggy Carswell - February 20, 1933]
A letter written to "Mother" and "Peg" [Byrdie Carswell and Peggy Carswell], from "Daddy" [T. N. Carswell], dated February 20, 1933. Carswell advises of his travel plans, his preparation for the Lions Program and the Radford testimonial dinner ["50 Years of building Abilene"] noting the late work hours, hard work and no money. His postscript refers to late nights and tells about going to Breckenridge to the Lions Conference taking Mrs. Sandefer with him, his returning at 5 p.m., reading awhile, of going to Church then over to Barnes playing checkers and talking until late.
[Receipt by Big Spring State Hospital for payment from T. N. Carswell for the account of Byrdie Carswell]
A trust fund receipt, Big Spring State Hospital, Big Spring, Texas, dated December 20, 1961. Payment to the account of Byrdie Carswell. Received from T. N. Carswell.
[Receipt by Big Spring State Hospital for payment from T. N. Carswell for the account of Byrdie Carswell]
An official cash receipt from Big Spring State Hospital, Big Spring, Texas, dated December 20, 1961. In Payment of Board & Treatment of Byrdie Carswell. Received of T. N. Carswell.
[Letter and Report: From W. J. Wisdom to G. Ward Moody - October 20, 1942]
A letter written to Mr. G. Ward Moody, Field Representative, The American Legion, Austin, Texas, from W. J. Wisdom, 17th Dist. Commander, Stephenville, Texas, dated October 20, 1942. Wisdom explains the reason for his delay in answering Moody's letter, that it is due to membership quotas being set too high and advises that the talk from the boys from most of the posts is regarding lowering membership quotas. He advises of the attached sheet listing quotas for each Post. Attachment includes: Report by G. Ward Moody, Austin. Suggested quotas for Posts in 17th District, Department of Texas, The American Legion and a handwritten note to Tommy from Bill, "This is terrible, Tommy".
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Harry E. Rather - October 20, 1942]
A letter written to Harry E. Rather, American Legion, Austin, Texas, from T. N. Carswell, Fifth Division Commander, American Legion, dated October 20, 1942. Carswell confirms his appointment of W. R. Gilliam as Membership Chairman.
[Letter from Jennings Monk to T. N. Carswell - September 20, 1942]
A letter written to Commander T. N. Carswell, Fifth Division Commander, The American Legion, Abilene, Texas, from Jennings Monk, 21st District Commander, The American Legion, Kerrville, Texas, dated September 20, 1942. Monk acknowledges the receipt of the letter from Carswell and submits his recommendation of W.R. Gilliam of Junction, Texas for the Membership Committee. He advises of the conflicting dates of the District Convention with the Executive Committee meeting and the resulting compromises.
[Letter from Captain Roy C. McCune to Major Thos. N. Carswell - October 20, 1941]
A letter written to Major Thos. N. Carswell, Commander, Tenth Batttalion, Texas Defense Guard, Abilene, Texas, from Capt. Roy C. McCune, Capt. Inf. Commanding Co. D. 15th Bn. Texas Defense Guard, Dublin, Texas, dated October 20, 1941. McCune acknowledges the invitation from Carswell to attend the Armistice Day Program but declines due to a football game to be played in Dublin.
[Letter from T. N. Carswell to Military Service Publishing Company - January 20, 1941]
A letter addressed to the Military Service Publishing Company, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, from T. N. Carswell, Post Commander, dated January 20, 1941. Carswell places an order for 16 copies of the "State Defense Force Manual" authorizing a draw on his personal account at F. & M. National Bank, Abilene, Texas to assure shipment.
[Letter from Allen Wight to T. N. Carswell - January 20, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Parramore Post No. 57, Abilene, Texas, from Allen Wight, Touchstone, Wight, Gormley & Touchstone, Dallas, Texas, dated January 20, 1941. Wight confirms that he is available to speak at the meeting and is "by no means a famous man" but, complying with the request by Carswell for a personal sketch, details his background: Born in 1889, a great grandson of Lyman Wight, who brought a colony to Texas in the days of the Republic; graduated Austin College in 1909 and spent 1912-1913 in Panama in the service of the Isthmian Canal Commission then engaged in building the canal; graduated the University of Texas (in Law) in 1915 and practiced law under Ellis Douthit in Sweetwater 1915-1917. "I went to the First Officers' Training Camp at Leon Springs in 1917; was commissioned captain, assigned to the Regular Army, going Overseas with the First Trench Mortar Battalion, which was engaged as Infantry at Chateau Thierry; operated two batteries of French Artillery at St. Miheil; and both operated as Infantry and used its Mortars in the Argonne. I was promoted to Major after the Armistice, remaining in the Reserve Corps until 1937." Wight called the first meeting in Texas to organize for aid to the Allies and was one of the original organizers in Texas of the No Third Term Democrats.
[Letter from Ellis A. Fuller to T. N. Carswell - December 20, 1941]
A letter addressed to Mr. T. N. Carswell, Parramore Post No. 57, American Legion, Abilene, Texas, from Ellis A. Fuller, Pastor, First Baptist Church, Atlanta, GA, dated December 20, 1941. Ellis A. Fuller defines Americanism.
[Letter from Daniel L. Marsh to T. N. Carswell -December 20, 1941]
A letter written to Mr. T. N. Carswell, American Legion Post No. 57, Abilene, Texas, from Daniel L. Marsh, President, Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts, dated December 20, 1941. Marsh advises that there is no better answer to Carswell's question, "What is Americanism?" than to refer to his book "THE AMERICAN CANON" and notes that he has attached a circular advertising the book.
[Lions International badge belonging to T. N. Carswell - April 20, 1925]
A Lion's Club badge belonging to T. N. Carswell, Abilene, Texas. Given at an event held in Brownwood, Texas on April 20-21, 1925. The reverse side includes the brooch pin back.
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