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ALCORN
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CHAPEL HILL - Charles Levant Alcorn, affectionately known to his multitude of friends as "Chuck", died peacefully at his Chapel Hill home on October 23, 2008, surrounded by members of Chuck's immediate family and his devoted partner of 34 years, Bill Mullen. Chuck was 80 years old.
Charles was born in Erie County, Pennsylvania, in 1928, and spent his youth in the company of two brothers and two sisters, first on the family farm and later in the large ante-bellum home in neighboring Waterford. After receiving his undergraduate degree from Grove City College in Pennsylvania, he enlisted as an Air Force Cadet, served in the Merchant Marines, obtained his masters degree from Harvard University and his Doctorate in Education from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He was appointed to the faculty of the School of Education at North Carolina Central University, where he served with distinction for 28 years, the last 2 of which were spent as Associate Dean of the School until his retirement in 1996.
As consummate hosts, Chuck and Bill frequently entertained large gatherings of friends at both their home in Chapel Hill and Emerald Isle. One of Chuck's passionate avocations, following retirement, was attending the variety of local auctions in the Triangle on weekends. Every wall and corner of both of his residences is adorned with "treasures" collected from these various events.
Chuck dedicated his support to a variety of charitable and cultural enterprises, including serving on the board of directors of ACRA for many years, the Durham Arts Council and local theaters, the Historic Preservation Society of Chapel Hill, and most recently as a founding member of the board of directors of the Triangle Chamber Orchestra.
Chuck was assisted during his final illness by a circle of devoted friends, his family and by the sensitive support from representatives of UNC Hospice.
Charles Alcorn was preceded in death by his parents William Levant Alcorn and Gladys Grace Porter Alcorn. He is survived by his life partner, William James Mullen of Chapel Hill, his brothers William R. Alcorn and his wife Armanda of Tucson, Ariz., Richard E. Alcorn and his wife Shirley of Scottsdale, Ariz., his sisters Cynthia A. Hermann and her husband George F. Hermann of Waterford, Pa., and Nancy E. Briggs and her husband Jack T. Briggs of Denver, Colo. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, friends and colleagues and he will be greatly missed by all.
A celebration of Chuck Alcorn's life will be held at the University Presbyterian Church in Chapel Hill on Monday October 27, at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, it is suggested that memorial donations be made to TROSA, UNC Hospice, ACRA, or any other charities of choice.
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BATTS
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DURHAM - Irene Blalock Batts age 90 passed away peacefully on Friday October 24, 2008, to her heavenly home. She was a mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was a long time active member of McMannen UMC. She was also a member of the N.C. Home Extension agency, TOPS club and the oung and Restless club.
She made beautiful flower arrangements, quilts and crafts. Her talents reaped beautiful works of art. She enjoyed quilting with her friends, gardening, traveling and going to her place at Surf City. There were many family fishing trips. She traveled to every state except Hawaii.
Irene loved to shop and always wore the latest fashions. She loved Christmas it lasted year round for her.
Her husband, Ralph Batts, Sr.; son, Samuel Thomas Batts; brother, B. Y. Blalock; and sister, Ruby Pierce all precedes her in death.
She had two granddaughters, Kim Stainback and her husband Richard, Traci Batts, and stepson Ralph Batts Jr., and wife Gladys and one great grandson, Charlton Thomas Stainback (Sugar Pie) who was the apple of her eye. He always made her smile.
The family wishes to thank all that have assisted Irene.
Visitation will be Sunday October 26, from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. A memorial service will be held Monday October 27, at 11 a.m. both will be at McMannen UMC.
The family will accept visitors and flowers at other times at her granddaughter's home at 2700 Ferrand Dr. Durham N.C.
Memorials can be made to McMannen United Methodist Church.
Arrangements made by the Cremation Society of the Carolinas. Online condolences can be made at www.cremnc.com.
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CONRAD
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DURHAM - Jo Ann Conrad, 53, returned home to her Savior on October 23, 2008, from Duke Hospital with her family by her bedside. She goes to join her father, Richard Lee Conrad and mother, Wilhelmina Green Conrad-McCullum. She leaves keeping her memory alive two sons, Celledric Conrad and DeMarre Conrad Richmond; and two sisters, Frenchie Conrad and Sharon Conrad.
Jo Ann worked as a loving childcare provider at a host of childcare facilities including First Presbyterian and Operation Breakthrough for many years. Jo Ann was a proud alumni of Hillside High School c/o 1973.
Homecoming Celebration will begin at 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 28, 2008, at Mt. Calvary United Church of Christ located at 1715 Athens Ave., Durham, N.C. 27707. Friends are welcome to visit with the family at a celebration reception in the church following the service.
Flowers/roses and memorial contribution may be made to Holloway Funeral Home, 2502 Highway 55 Durham, N.C. 27713 attention Jo Ann Conrad.
Service entrusted to Holloway Funeral Home.
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DAVIS, JR.
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BUFFALO JUNCTION, VA. - Mr. Charles Franklin Davis, Jr., 82, husband of Peggy Booth Davis, died Saturday, October 25, 2008, at Meadow View Terrace in Clarksville. He was a WWII Navy veteran; member of Buffalo Baptist Tebernacle and retired automobile body shop operator. Graveside services will be Monday at 2 p.m. at Grave Hill Cemetery.
In addition to his wife of 53 years is also survived by his daughter, Sherry Fulcher; brother, Earl Davis; and sisters, Mamie Womack and Violet Smith.
The family will receive friends Sunday from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Watkins Cooper Lyon Funeral Home.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.wclfh.com. Please consider contributions to the American Cancer Society, c/o Mrs. Mildred Jolly, 104 Dan Circle, Clarksville, Va. 23927.
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DERUBEIS
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HILLSBOROUGH - Mr. Joe Antonio DeRubeis, 66, died on October 24, 2008, at his home in Hillsborough after a courageous battle with cancer. Joe was born in Newton, Mass., but resided for the last 16 years in N.C. Joe was an avid golfer and was frequently seen at Hillandale, Mill Creek, and Willowhaven Golf Courses.
Mr. DeRubeis is survived by his wife, Lora Brooks DeRubeis of Hillsborough; brother, Mike; son, Joey; daughters, Andrea and Stephanie of Mass.; 9 grandchildren in Massachusetts; step-son, Robert of Calif.; stepdaughter, Leslie of Oak Island; and 1 step grandson.
The funeral will be held in Massachusetts. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Clements Funeral Home in Durham. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Duke Pediatric Immunology Research Fund, P.O. Box 2898, DUMC 27710 or Duke Cancer Patient Support Program, DUMC 3139, Durham, N.C. 27710.
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DUGGINS
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RALEIGH - Johnny MacIvergan Duggins, 38, died in his home on October 22, 2008.
He is survived by his wife of 10 years, Teresa Renee Duggins; their three children, Jaden Duggins, 8, Jett Duggins, 4, and Justice Duggins, 3; his sister, Carol MacIvergan; grandmother, Ann Neilson; uncle, Bill Neilson; and grandparents, Ed and Elnora Smith. There will be a memorial service on Monday, October 27, 2008, at 1 p.m. at Millbrook United Methodist Church, 1712 East Millbrook Road, Raleigh NC.
The family request donations maybe sent to 8512 Buscot Ct. Raleigh, N.C. 27615-3988 in care of Teresa Duggins for the 3 children. Come celebrate the life we will all miss dearly.
Arrangements made by the Cremation Society of the Carolinas. Online condolences can be made at www.cremnc.com
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FONVILLE
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DURHAM - Doris Shields Fonville, age 79, a resident of 4900 N. Roxboro Road, died Thursday afternoon, October 23, 2008. Born in Durham, she was the daughter of the late Bertie Lorenzo Shields and Rosalind Copley Shields. Doris was the widow of the late David L. (Choc) Fonville.
She retired from General Telephone Company and was a member of the Glendale Heights United Methodist Church.
Surviving are her brother, Bertie (Skeeter) Lorenzo Shields and his wife, Karen, of Durham; two nieces, Jody Hedrick and husband, Ray, of Rougemont; Patricia Dickens and her husband, Melvin, of Hillsborough; and brother-in-law, Eulie Daniel.
A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Monday from the Chapel of Hall-Wynne Funeral Service with the Rev. Ron Snider presiding. Private burial will be held in Maplewood Cemetery.
Friends may visit prior to the service on Monday from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the funeral home.
Flowers are acceptable or memorials may be made to the Glendale Heights United Methodist Church, 908 Leon Street, Durham, N.C. 27704.
Online condolences may be sent to www.hallwynne.com Select obituaries.
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GILLIAM
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DURHAM - Mr. Jeff Gilliam, 32, of 7107 Windover Dr., died Thursday at Durham Regional Hospital. Mr. Gilliam was born in Durham, where he was a lifelong resident. He was a graduate of Northern High School and enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with his most prized possessions, his two boys.
Mr. Gilliam is survived by his parents, Barbara Ann Browning Gilliam and Furman Lindberg Gilliam Jr.; two sons, Colin Gilliam and Cameron Gilliam, both of Rougemont; a brother, Kevin Richard Gilliam, of Oxford; and his paternal grandmother, Doris Gilliam, of Durham.
Graveside funeral service will be held Monday 11 a.m. at Woodlawn Memorial Park with Blair Browning officiating. The family will receive friends Sunday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at Clements Funeral Home in Durham. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Granville Co. 4-H Horse Flies, P.O. Box 926, Oxford, NC 27565.
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GRAINGER
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CHAPEL HILL - Mrs. Pauline T. Grainger, 89, died Thursday night at Britthaven of Chapel Hill. Mrs. Grainger was born in Durham Co., the daughter of the late Virgal Clarence Talley and the late Rosa Mae Raspberry Talley. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by Dillard's Department Store. Mrs. Grainger was a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred Grainger.
Mrs. Grainger is survived by daughters, Sherry Faye Daves and husband, Kenneth, of Raleigh, Diana Lee Walker and husband, Jerry, of Martin, Ga., and Larrie Ann Beasley and husband, Grady, of Chapel Hill; son, Flavil Barber and wife, Linda, of Simpsonville, S.C.; sisters, Frances Corrine Harris of Durham and Ruth Mae Massey of Columbus, Ga.; twelve grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren; and three great-great grandchildren.
Private services will be held. The family is being assisted in Durham by Clements Funeral Service, Inc.
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KEY
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DURHAM - Thomas C. Key, Sr., 78 and Shirley Creech Key, 73, were tragically killed in a car accident on October 24, 2008, in Johnston County.
Tom, a native of Shoals, N.C., was the son of Porter and Nellie Key. Tom graduated from Shoals High School in 1948. He attended Gardner Webb College and Duke Law School and graduated from High Point College. He served in the Army during the Korean Conflict. Following his military service, Tom worked at Liggett & Myers, the State of NC, and Jenkins and Grant. Most recently, Tom was the owner of Diamond Builders.
Shirley, a native of Durham, was the daughter of Grover and Martha Creech. She graduated from Lowes Grove High School in 1954. She worked at Liggett & Myers and Pickard Roofing, and for many years was office manager for Dr. Riley Stallings, DDS.
Shirley and Tom married in Durham and just celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary on October 23. They were active members of Lowe's Grove Baptist Church, where both sang in the choir for many years and served on numerous committees and where Tom served as a deacon. Tom and Shirley were much beloved by their church family and community.
Tom and Shirley are survived by their daughter, Tammie Elizabeth Key of Wilmington; two sons, Thomas C. Key, Jr. of Chatham County and Timothy Creech Key and wife, Terry of Charlotte; two grandchildren, Zoe Key and Athan Key; and nephew Ronald Key and his wife, Lauren, and their son Shaun.
A service celebrating the lives of Tom and Shirley will be 11 a.m. Tuesday in Lowe's Grove Baptist Church, with the Rev. Forest Gale officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday at Hall-Wynne Funeral Home and other times at the residence, 1125 Little Creek Dr. Durham.
Donations in Shirley and Tom's memory may be made to Lowe's Groves Baptist Church Music Fund, 4430 South Alston Ave., Durham 27713. For on-line memorials: www.hallwynne.com. Select Obituaries.
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PERRY
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OXFORD - James Louis Perry, 81, a resident of 6153 Cornwall road, died Wednesday at his residence.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 2 p.m. at Wright Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in the family cemetery.
He is survived by eight sons, Kenneth Perry, Meryline Anderson, Donald Perry, James Perry, Jr., Charlie Lee Perry, Robert Calvin Thorton, Markis Perry and Larry Perry; three daughters, Jacqueline Perry, Savonna Perry and Annie Lee; and one sister, Catherine Simmons.
The family will receive visitors Sunday from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Wright Funeral Home. Viewing will begin at 10 a.m. Sunday.
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PRICE
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ROANOKE RAPIDS - Catherine Vickie Birdsong Price, 66, of 430 Reynolds Circle, died Friday, October 24, 2008, at her home.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 28, 2008, at 2 p.m. at Roanoke Rapids Church of God. The family will receive friends Monday, October 27, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Hockaday Funeral Home and other times at 437 Cedar Street. Hockaday funeral and Cremation Service is handling the arrangements.
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REESE
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DURHAM - Thomas Bennett 'Red' Reese, 80, passed away peacefully at Rose Manor, Durham, on Sunday, October 19, 2008.
Thomas was born in Warrenton, Georgia, February 10,1928 to Thomas and Janie Reese. He was the youngest of five children.
Thomas served honorably with the 109th Infantry, U.S. Army during the Korean War. He attained the rank of Sergeant 1st Class and was stationed in Germany.
'Red,' as he was known by many of his friends, was retired from Mead Containers after many years of employment. He was also a country & western and bluegrass musician. He loved playing music and seeing people have a good time. Over the years, he played for many square dances in the area, along with alot of charity performances at the V.A. hospital. He played guitar, harmonica and sang. He fondly cherished his many bandmates.
He was a loving husband to his wife Vivian for 56 years, whom he lost one year ago. He leaves behind an only child, Cindy Reese Meyers and husband, Louis. Thomas was affectionately known as 'Poppie' to grandchildren, Kohen Thomas Meyers, Leah Meyers King and husband, Jason; and great-granddaughter, Jaley Drew King. He is also survived by his sister, Reba Cook of Gibsonville.
A graveside service will be held at Woodlawn Memorial Park, Durham, on Monday, October 27, 2008, at 2 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation, 322 Eighth Avenue, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10001.
Arrangements made by the Cremation Society of the Carolinas. Online condolences can be made at www.cremnc.com.
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RICHARDSON
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BUTNER - Anna Green Richardson, 88, of 605 12th Street, passed away at her home Thursday, October 23, 2008.
She retired after 30 years of service with John Umstead Hospital.
Preceding her in death was her beloved husband, Hub Richardson; two sons, Herbert L. Richardson and Calvin Richardson.
Surviving are two daughters, Deanne R. Cash (Windle), Delores R. DeBause; four sons, Cecil Richardson, of Creedmoor, Neal (Lynn) Richardson of Myrtle Beach, S.C., Kenneth (Carol) Richardson of Fort Myers, Fla. And Morris (Cheryl) Richardson of Creedmoor; 12 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and caregivers, Fay Rich and May Height.
Visitation for the family will be from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday, October 26, 2008, at Eakes Funeral Home in Creedmoor and at other times at the home.
Funeral services will be conducted Monday, October 27, 2008, at 2 p.m. at Community United Methdist Church in Butner by Pastor Karl Neuschaefer.
Burial will be in Carolina Memorial Gardens in Creedmoor.
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RIVERA
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DURHAM - Alexander McAllister 'Alex' Rivera of Durham, North Carolina, 95, died Thursday evening, October 23, 2008, after months of declining health. He was the son of Daisy Irene Dillard Rivera and Dr. Alexander M. Rivera, Sr., a general dentist.
Alex grew up in Greensboro, N.C. He moved to Washington, DC to attend college at Howard University, but in 1939, his father's friend, Dr. James E. Shepard, of Durham, sent for him. He was offered the opportunity to study at North Carolina College for Negroes (now NCCU) while working as the school's first paid publicity agent. He later graduated in 1941.
During his adult life, Alex became a nationally acclaimed photojournalist. He held jobs with several newspapers including The Pittsburgh Courier, The Washington Tribune and The Norfolk Journal and Guide. Many times he risked his life to report on lynchings and the trials that resulted from these investigations.
In 1955, he received the Global News Syndicate Journalism Achievement Award for his coverage following the Brown vs. the Board of Education decision. Alex was one of the first African American reporters to regularly participate in North Carolina gubernatorial press conferences. In 1957, he was invited by then Vice-President Richard M. Nixon to join his press team for a historic trip to cover the Independent Celebration of Ghana, West Africa. It was the good public relations work of Rivera that was instrumental in bringing President Gerald R. Ford to the NCCU campus in 1975. In 1999, he was inducted into the National Association of Black Journalists Hall of Fame as a photojournalist. In 1993, Governor James B. Hunt, Jr. recognized Alex's contributions by awarding him the Order of the Longleaf Pine.
For years, Alex operated his own photography studio in downtown Durham and worked with Jostens, Inc. In the mid 1970's, he returned to NCCU where he worked as head of the school's public relations office. He retired from that position in 1993. An avid golfer, he helped integrate local area golf courses.
Rivera was also involved with the John Avery Boys and Girls Club, the Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club, the Durham Committee on the Affairs of Black People, and was a charter member and founder of the North Carolina Chapter of the Guardsmen. The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International rewarded him as a Paul Harris Fellow in 1996. He was bestowed as an Honorary Tar Heel in 2000 and was "Tar Heel of the Week" in February 2005. He received the NCCU "Truth and Service" Award and the St. Joseph's Historic Foundation, Inc. Historic Preservation Award at the Spirit of Hayti Awards Ceremony and Gala in 2003.
Rivera organized the first annual "Gathering of the Eagles" at NCCU in 1980. He was inducted into the NCCU Athletic Hall of Fame in 1984, into the CIAA Hall of Fame in 1988, and into the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame in 1996. The NCCU Athletic Hall of Fame was renamed the Alex M. Rivera Athletic Hall of Fame in 2005. Rivera received the first ever Lifetime Achievement Award given by NCCU in 2005 at the Legacy Gala.
Alex's lifelong work as a "Pioneer Photojournalist for Black America" has been on display at different venues, and some of his work is currently on display at the North Carolina Museum of History, in downtown Raleigh, through March 1, 2009.
On Nov. 17, 2008, North Carolina Governor Michael Easley honors Alex and 7 others with the North Carolina Awards. The medal, given annually since 1964, is the highest honor the State of North Carolina can bestow.
Alex was united in marriage to Faye Faucette Rivera. She, along with one sibling, Mrs. Doris Burgess, preceded him in death. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Eric M. and Mrs. Robin Rivera of Durham, a sister, Mrs. Raven Elliott, formerly of Detroit, Mich., an adopted son and daughter, Mr. Robert and Mrs. Clara Lawson of Durham, and extended family.
A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m., on Friday, October 31, 2008, at St. Joseph's AME Church, 2521 Fayetteville Street, Durham. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the "Alex. M. and Faye F. Rivera Scholarship Fund", through the Foundation Office at North Carolina Central University, 1801 Fayetteville Street, Durham, N.C. 27707.
Services entrusted to Scarborough & Hargett Funeral Home, Inc. Durham, N.C.
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VAUGHAN
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HICKORY - Lillian Eugenia Bouldin Vaughan, 87, of Hickory, died Saturday, October 25, 2008, at Carolina Rehab Center. Lillian was a member of Corinth Baptist Church
in Vale, and her home church was Emmaus Baptist in Pittsboro. She retired from Singer Furniture.
Survivors include a son, Eugene "Gene" Vaughan; three daughters, Deborah Smith, Susan Williams, LaMyra Pearson; and four brothers, Elmer Bouldin, Arthur Bouldin, Raymond Bouldin and Rev. Robert Bouldin.
The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, October 27, at Emmaus Baptist Church in Pittsboro. Interment will follow in Antioch Baptist Church cemetery in the White Cross community of Chapel Hill. Friends may visit with the family from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Monday at Emmaus Baptist Church in Pittsboro. Visitation will also be held from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sunday at Hickory Funeral Home.
Memorial contributions may be sent to Burke Hospice and Palliative Care, 1721 Enon Road, Valdese, N.C. 28690.
Online condolences may be made at: www.griffinfuneral.com, Select Obituaries.
Arrangements for Mrs. Vaughan are under the Griffin Funeral Service Of Pittsboro and Hickory Funeral Home of Hickory.
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