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International Congress on Sunday Rest

By K. C. Russell

According to announcement, the Congress on Sunday Rest convened in the Press Building on the Exposition grounds at Jamestown, Va., September 25 and 26.

The object of this congress is voiced by the executive committee of the “International Federation of Sunday Rest Associations of America,” in the announcement of the meeting, in part, as follows:—

“It is fitting that in the commemoration of the settlement of America we should emphasize the Lord’s day as a prominent factor in our civilization. Our forefathers brought with them across the sea this day of rest, and planted their altar fires on this Western continent, and occupied this land in the name of their God and Saviour.”

“We therefore call upon the Christian people of the land to assemble at that historic spot upon the above dates and consider the great things which the God of heaven has done for us because of our being a Sabbath-keeping nation.”

Besides those who were on the program as speakers, the attendance was small. It should be remembered, however, that the strength of this Sunday-rest movement can not be determined by the number of those in attendance at these gatherings, where a few of the champions of the organization meet to consider plans to do more effective work in arousing public sentiment in the interests of Sunday legislation.

It is to the allies of this movement that its promoters are looking for its support and strength. One speaker said on this point, “There are multitudes of allies seen and unseen.”

One of the strong allies that this congress was rejoicing over at this time, was the American Federation of Labor. The chairman read before the delegates, with great satisfaction, the following letter from Samuel Gompers, the president of the American Federation of Labor:—

“WASHINGTON, D. C., Sept. 14, 1907. “Dr. T. T. Mutchler, “*President International Federation Sunday Rest Assn., America,* “1008 Walnut St., Philadelphia, Pa. “DEAR SIR: Your favor received today and contents noted. I regret very much that circumstances are such as to make it impossible for me to accept your invitation to deliver an address before your association at its meeting in Norfolk, September 25, 26, but as I previously stated to you, it is absolutely beyond my power to be present. “May I take the opportunity, however, of conveying to you my hearty commendation of the principles and purposes of the association which you represent? Not only am I personally in hearty accord with any movement which has for its object the preservation of one day’s rest in seven, but the American Federation of Labor has emphatically declared

itself in favor of the Sunday rest day, and it has done as much, if not more, than any other organized body of men and women to enforce the observance of the Sunday rest day. “Again expressing my regret that circumstances prevent my attending the meeting of your association, with every wish for your success, I have the honor to remain, “Very respectfully yours, (Signed) “SAMUEL GOMPERS, “President, A. F. of L.”

Not only has Mr. Gompers championed the cause of Sunday rest by civil enactment, but Mr. John Mitchell, the president of the American Federation of Miners, has also committed himself to the question of Sunday legislation in a letter written to Mary Ogden White, Field Secretary of the New York Branch of the Woman’s National Sabbath Alliance.

The danger which underlies the action of the labor union is most clearly outlined by the New York Independent, of Oct. 1, 1903, as follows:—

“No one can watch the recent development of trade-unionism with all its unquestioned value and importance, and not be impressed by the rapidity with which it is tending to become a dogmatic religion, surcharged with bigotry, fanaticism, and superstition. The unions have erected Sunday into a sabbath of the faithful. The trades-unions embrace possibly two and a half million members. If they are all to become dogmatic religionists, the days of persecution ‘for the faithful’ are not over.”

The editor of the Independent only saw the dangers from the labor organization alone; but add to this organization the great Inter-Church Federation movement, The Federated Catholic societies, and a number of other influential organizations which are seeking for the very same thing, and we see at once the dangerous power back of the movement. What will be the outcome? The answer, to the student of Bible prophecy, is found in Revelation 13, which plainly teaches that only those who have the “mark of the beast” in their right hand or forehead can buy or sell.

The chief arguments made by the speaker were intended to show the great blessings which accrue to the poor laboring men by being relieved from Sunday toil, and to set forth all who oppose Sunday legislation as the enemies of the working man.

People should not be deceived by these arguments, for the facts are that the chief concern of the leaders in this movement is not the securing of Sunday rest for the laboring man, but rather the religious observance of Sunday.

This was clearly evident from an earnest discussion on the part of Rev. Frederick J. Stantley, D. D., of New York, and Rev. M. D. Kneeland, D. D., of Boston, Mass., who argued that they should work for the day of rest under the title of Lord’s day instead of Sunday, etc.

The chairman, Rev. T. T. Mutchler, D. D., president of the International Federation of Sunday Rest, spoke quite at length regarding the victory that the Lord’s Day Alliance achieved in Canada last winter in securing a Lord’s Day act. They claimed that one of the results of this act was that seventy-five thousand men have been released from the terrible burden of Sunday toil.

This argument used against those who are opposed to Sunday legislation is merely “a man of straw;” for the real truth of the matter is that those who are opposing Sunday enforcement upon right grounds are much more the friends of the laboring men than those who are seeking to bring them under the eternal bondage of Sunday laws. Seventh-day Adventists are as much opposed to the oppression of the laboring man by the greed and graft of soulless trusts, monopolies, and unprincipled employers as are any people; but they do not believe that such an emancipation rests upon the enforcement of a religious institution.

Sunday newspapers, Sunday concerts, etc., received their share of attention by the delegates, because they interfered with the attendance at church services.

Alexander Jackson, D. D., of Cleveland, Ohio, attributed the terrible increase of insanity and railroad accidents in the strenuous times in which we live, chiefly to the disregard of Sunday as a day of rest.

George K. Morris, D. D., of Cleveland, Ohio, attempted to answer the objection which is raised by the opponents of Sunday legislation,—“You can not make men moral by civil law,”—by saying that it is just as sensible to declare, “You can not make men physically well by law,” as to say, “You can not make men moral by law.” He argued that it is possible to prevent disease by legislating against impure water and food, etc., which cause disease; so, he said, it is possible to legislate against the germ of evil, meaning chiefly that of Sunday desecration. He then declared, “You can make men moral by law.”

It was plainly evident from the arguments presented that the doctor failed to discriminate between the legitimate sphere of civil government and that of the church.

The doctor attempted to prove that the minority and not the majority rule. He cited as proof the argument that it is often the case that one man can so arouse public sentiment that great movements and changes are brought about in the state or nation. It may be granted that single individuals, or the minority, create public sentiment in behalf of some movement that is effective, but it can become crystallized into law only through the act of the majority, unless, perchance, a measure should be unjustly forced through Congress by evil and designing men. So it is the majority, and not the minority, who rule.

Many other arguments might be presented, but suffice it to say that they were substantially the old arguments so often put forth by these zealous, but misguided champions of religious legislation.

It may be of interest to the reader to know something of the work that the congress outlined for the future. They propose to resume their efforts in seeking to secure a Sunday law for the District of Columbia; to endeavor to prohibit the landing of immigrants on Ellis Island on Sunday; to exert their influence against Sunday ball games in the United States army; and to secure the passage of a bill for the Sunday closing of the exposition to be held in Seattle, Wash., in 1909. They reported that Secretary-of-War Taft had been written to concerning Sunday ball games in the army, but his reply was very unsatisfactory. He considered their argument untenable. It will be interesting to watch the results of their efforts in pressing their ideas of the proper Sunday deportment of soldiers in the United States army.

The hostility of the Sunday-law advocates toward those who were opposed to their measures was very apparent. Many uncomplimentary terms were employed by the speakers in making reference to the positions held by those who, perchance, did not favor their principles and program.

It is a great satisfaction to know that one is connected with a cause that can not be affected by the enemies of truth; for, says the inspired apostle, “We can do nothing against the truth, but for the truth.”

K. C. RUSSELL.

Current Mention

— Senator William E. Borah, of Idaho, who has been on trial for fraudulent dealings in government lands, was acquitted on the first ballot of the jury October 3.

— The laying of the corner-stone of a great Episcopal cathedral at Washington, D. C., September 29, was attended with much ceremony. President Roosevelt and the Lord Bishop of London made addresses.

— A revolution has broken out in one of the provinces of the Argentine Republic, and the insurgents have seized several positions. In fighting with the government troops many men on both sides were either killed or wounded.

— The severe rain- and wind-storms of the week ending September 28, not only did serious damage in Spain, but covered quite a large area of France and Portugal. Many rivers overflowed their banks, causing great destruction of crops, as well as loss of life. Some bodies have been found partially buried in the mud, and others have been washed out to sea. One third of the city of Lisbon is reported to have been flooded.

— A strike of the railroad employees of Austria for higher wages was begun on October 1, and is causing serious inconvenience. The manner of conducting this “strike” is unique, for it consists in the literal interpretation and application of every rule and regulation governing the movement of freight- and passenger-trains. These rules are so impracticable that when carried out to the letter, the movement of trains is delayed more and more each day until, finally, blocks occur, and business is at a standstill. The roads affected are the entire government system and the Northwestern Line, which together cover all Austria.

— The strike of the dock laborers at Antwerp, Belgium, which has prevailed ever since August 6, and has been marked by much violence, came to an end September 24. The Ship Owners’ Federation has triumphed, the men returning to work unconditionally, leaving all questions to be examined by a mixed commission in the future. The lockout was won through the wholesale importation of foreign laborers. It is reported that the large ship companies of the world have formed a combination for protection, and propose to maintain a large and competent corps of international strike breakers that can be sent to any part of the world where trouble threatens.

— Secretary of War William H. Taft, who, with Mrs. Taft, is making a tour of the world, was entertained by the emperor of Japan October 2. The leading newspapers of Japan characterize the visit as most opportune. The secretary states that the welcome afforded him by the government and people of Japan is a most positive sign of the good relations existing between the two countries. He has now gone to Manila.

— Secretary of State Elihu Root, accompanied by Mrs. Root and Miss Edith Root, is visiting in Mexico, where every honor is being shown him. October 3 the Chamber of Deputies met in special session to express the feelings of the lawmakers of that republic toward their distinguished guest. The secretary in reply to a speech of welcome said that he regarded the treatment accorded him as a sign of the growing friendship of the sister republics.

— Three Cuban revolutionist conspirators were arrested September 26 by the government’s secret police. For some time Governor Magoon had known that these men were the leaders of a conspiracy to cause an uprising about the 28th. They had plenty of money, and were working principally among the discontented negroes. The arrests were made when it was learned that the destruction by dynamite of the palace in Havana was planned. On the 28th there were slight attacks upon the rural guards, but order was quickly restored. While no serious conflict with the discontented is expected, the events of the recent past will, it is thought, prolong the period of American occupation.

— Marquis Ito has returned from Japan to his post as resident-general in Korea. By his consultation with the government he has succeeded in preventing, for the present at least, the annexation of Korea, which many leaders in Japan strongly favored. Although the Koreans have suffered much from misgovernment, he thinks annexation to Japan would cause the loss of self-respect, and would be too violent a remedy. The efforts of Japan will be directed to securing reforms in the judiciary, land laws, and taxation, as well as abolishing corruption, and encouraging enterprises for developing the natural resources of the country. Prince Yong, the eleven-year-old son of the ex-emperor and Lady Om, is to be recognized as the heir to the throne. The emperor and ex-emperor have cut off their topknots, the distinguishing mark of the Koreans and their especial pride, and have ordered their subjects to do likewise.

General Summary

Christian Liberty

By K. C. Russell; W. A. Colcord

Reports, Notes, and Comments Pertaining to the Current History of the Rights of Conscience

Conducted by the Religious Liberty Bureau

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W. A. COLCORD, - - - - Secretary

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Obituaries

FULLMER.—Died at Los Angeles, Cal., Aug. 17, 1907, Bush Emerson Fullmer, only child of Dr. and Sister Fullmer. Although the little one lived only nine days, it made its sweet influence felt on the hearts of the parents and relatives, and the separation was sad, but the bereaved parents find comfort in the promise of God that the children of his people shall come again from the land of the enemy. Words of consolation were spoken by the writer. C. E. FORD.

JOHNSON.—Died at his home near Mankato, Minn., Sept. 17, 1907, Norman Manley Johnson, aged 71 years, 5 months, and 1 day. Brother Johnson leaves a wife and four children to mourn their loss. The funeral service was conducted in the presence of a large company of sympathizing friends and neighbors, to whom words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from Heb. 9:27, after which the deceased was laid to rest, to await the call of the Life-giver in the resurrection morn. W. H. GRANGER.

DAVIS.—Died at Provo, Utah, Anna Seamountain Davis, Sept. 11, 1907, of heart affection, aged 26 years, 9 months, 7 days. Sister Davis united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church about eleven years ago. She fell asleep with the full assurance of rising in the first resurrection. Besides her husband, she leaves a father, mother, two sisters, and six brothers to mourn their loss. The funeral service was held in the Provo church, and was attended by a large number of sympathizing friends. S. G. HUNTINGTON.

BENSON.—Died at Milton, Ore., Sept. 6, 1907, of typhoid fever, Lula Pearl Benson, aged 14 years and 3 months. She was born at Boise, Idaho. Her parents moved to College Place, Wash., last spring, where she had the privilege of attending our school. She took an active part in the work of the children's missionary society. At the camp-meeting at College Place in June she was baptized and united with the church. Her parents and younger sisters mourn deeply their loss, but look forward to meeting their loved one when Jesus comes. Funeral service was conducted by the writer, assisted by Elder A. J. Breed. OSCAR HILL.

SMITH.—Died July 18, 1907, of heart-disease and pleurisy, Mrs. Columbia R. Smith, aged 73 years, 6 months, and 7 days. She was converted in the M. E. Church, and some years later accepted present truth. A husband and two children mourn their loss. The funeral service was held in the Lincoln (Neb.) church, of which she had been a member for about twenty years. Brother C. R. Kite spoke words of comfort from Rev. 14: 13. ESTHER SMITH.

THOMPSON.—Died at Los Angeles, Cal., Sept. 9, 1907, after a lingering illness of several weeks, attended by very severe suffering, Sister Mary Jane Thompson, aged 52 years, 9 months, and 27 days. Sister Thompson was a devoted Christian, and was loved by all who knew her. She was a firm believer in the third angel's message, and died rejoicing in the blessed hope of a soon-coming Saviour. She was the mother of eight children, six of whom survive her. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer; texts, John 14: 1-3; Rev. 14: 13. C. E. FORD.

BROWN.—Died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Samuel Fisher, at Rough and Ready, Cal., Sept. 10, 1907, Mrs. Elizabeth A. Brown, aged 87 years and 4 months. Sister Brown embraced present truth under the labors of Elders J. N. Loughborough and D. T. Bourdeau at the Piner Schoolhouse, near Santa Rosa, Cal. She joined the first church organized in the State, and rejoiced in the third angel's message until her death. She leaves two sons and two daughters to mourn their loss. The funeral service was conducted by the writer with words of exhortation from Eccl. 7: 2. ISAAC MORRISON.

EVANS.—Died in South Lancaster, Mass., Aug. 23, 1907, Mrs. Hannah P. Evans, née Langley, aged 92 years, 10 months, and 4 days. Sister Evans was born in Nottingham, N. H. She united with the First-day Adventists sometime after the disappointment in 1844. Thirteen years ago she espoused the cause of present truth, in which she remained firm until her death. We believe that she sleeps in Jesus. We laid her to rest in the cemetery near South Lancaster to await the coming of the One who will call the dead from their graves. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer from Rev. 14: 13. H. F. KETRING.

MITCHENER.—Died in East Oakland, May 7, 1907, of phosphorus poisoning, Paul Beverley Mitchener, son of W. L. and Florence Mitchener, aged 3 years, 5 months, and 27 days. Paul was the grandson of the late Sister H. A. St. John, and their deaths occurred only a few hours apart. The autopsy showed that death had resulted from the child's having eaten the ends of some phosphorus matches. The agony of such a death was greatly feared by the mother, and as she prayed most earnestly that God would spare the child the intense suffering, immediately the little one fell into a state of unconsciousness, in which he remained till his death. Words of comfort from John 14: 1-3 and other scriptures showing the blessed hope, were spoken by the writer. CORA A. RICE.

DUFUR.—Died in the sanitarium at Buffalo, N. Y., Sept. 8, 1907, Sister Elsie Virginia Dufur, aged 22 years, 7 months, and 25 days. Sister Elsie had spent nearly two years in Mount Vernon, and ten months at Melrose. She was an active Christian worker, and her death was quite a shock to all. With her loved ones gathered round her bedside, she earnestly exhorted them to meet her where sorrow never shall press the soul; and just before passing into a state of unconsciousness from which she did not rally, she sang the beautiful hymn, “Shall we meet?” The funeral service was conducted by the writer, assisted by the Presbyterian minister, at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Dufur, of Oil City, Pa. Besides her father and mother, two sisters are left to mourn. I. N. WILLIAMS.

SMITH.—Died of old age and a complication of diseases, Sept. 23, 1907, Mary E. Smith, aged 81 years, 9 months, and 22 days. Sister Smith was the oldest member in the church, and one of the original twelve organized into church relationship in Harrisburg, Pa., by Elder I. N. Williams, July 15, 1894. Only three of the original twelve yet remain. Mother Smith's rich experience, cheering counsel, and fervent devotion, caused her to be loved, and will cause her to be missed, by all who knew her. Words of comfort and encouragement were spoken by the writer from Rev. 14: 13. GEORGE W. SPIES.

SUTHERLAND.—Died near Pico, Cal., Aug. 18, 1907, of pernicious anemia, Harriet A. Sutherland, née Hawood, aged 64 years, 4 months, and 17 days. In 1886, while living in Minnesota, Sister Sutherland accepted the Sabbath truth. Although of a modest and retiring disposition, she delighted in deeds of kindness, especially to the unfortunate and sorrowing. The death of her husband seven years ago, under peculiarly sad circumstances, was doubtless the beginning of her illness. For about five and one-half years after her husband's death, she was connected with the health work in Los Angeles; and although her health was failing, she was faithful to the last. The funeral service was conducted by the writer. J. W. ADAMS.

GESSLER.—Died at his home in Madison, Wis., Sept. 17, 1907, of lung trouble, Charles Henry Gessler, aged 60 years, 5 months, and 19 days. Brother Gessler was educated for the priesthood, but through the faithful study of the Bible and the labors of Elder Decker, he became convinced that the Lord required him to observe the seventh day as the Sabbath, and to accept every Bible doctrine as taught in the Word. At the time of his death, he was a member of the Madison Seventh-day Adventist church. He was a staunch worker for God, and had led many souls to the Lord. He leaves to mourn their loss, two sons and one daughter, besides his loving companion. The funeral service was conducted by Elder I. Sanborn and the writer. R. T. DOWSETT.

MACOMBER.—Died at the home of her son, Calvin Macomber, at Mount Vernon, Ohio, Sept. 2, 1907, of rheumatism, Mrs. Diantha Macomber, née Perry, aged 75 years, 10 months, and 6 days. She was born at Manlius, N. Y., and when fourteen years old joined the Presbyterian Church, remaining in that faith until thirty-five years ago, when she and her husband accepted the truths of the third angel's message at Fort Scott, Kan., under the labors of Elder J. H. Cook. In the spring of 1885 they became charter members of the church at Jacksonville, Fla. She and her husband were faithful helpers to the poor and suffering, and our sister's last visit was to a mother to whom she ministered consolation. Two sons are left to mourn. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer from Rev. 22: 12. CHAS. A. SMITH.

JOHNSON.—Died near Seattle, Wash., of heart failure, Aug. 5, 1907, Brother Emil F. Johnson, aged about 24 years. Brother Johnson held a license from the Western Washington Conference to do ministerial labor, and during part of the summer was associated with Elder A. J. Stone in Tacoma. Desiring to earn enough to attend Union College this coming winter, he went to work at manual labor for Elder J. E. Graham about two weeks before he died. His death was very sudden, and wholly unexpected by all. He was a young man of unusually strong physique, and his sudden death was a shock to all. It also comes as a warning to us to be ready. The deceased was born in Sweden, coming to America with his parents when about six years of age. His mother, a brother, and a sister live in Pennsylvania, and two sisters at College View, Neb. Interment was made in Lake View Cemetery, Seattle, Wash., words of encouragement, warning, and hope being spoken by the writer from Eccl. 7: 2. F. M. BURG.

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AN important announcement concerning plans for the enlargement and improvement of Liberty will be found on the second page, to which the attention of all our readers is directed. This magazine ought to have a large circulation.

Tuatanu-Mou in the South Pacific

A NEW paper printed at the Avondale School Press, in Australia, has been received by the Mission Board, entitled Tuatanu-Mou. The editor writes that they enjoy the honor of having the smallest paper in our ranks to be circulated in the smallest mission field with a language of its own. While it is impossible for us to read this little sheet, it is nevertheless a source of encouragement to know that the people in Tahiti and Rarotonga have a paper bearing the message in their own tongue.

DR. W. A. RUBLE returned to Washington last week after an absence of some weeks upon the Pacific Coast in the interests of the medical work.

THE editor acknowledges with thanks the receipt of twenty dollars for the $150,000 fund, from an unknown donor.

Religious Liberty Campaign in Kansas City

ELDER K. C. RUSSELL left Washington on the evening of October 5 for Kansas City, Mo., to assist in a campaign there in behalf of the principles of religious liberty.

Business Visit to Chicago and Battle Creek

Business matters connected with this Office made it necessary for the manager, Brother S. N. Curtiss, to visit Chicago and Battle Creek last week, but he is now at his desk again.

International Tract Society Office Relocated

By Editor

THE International Tract Society, our British publishing house, has removed its office from 451 Holloway Road, London N., to the new headquarters in the country. All correspondence should be addressed to Stanborough Park, Watford, Herts, England.

Second Edition of Life and Health

LAST Friday, October 4, the order was given for the second edition of the October number of Life and Health. This will make the total number of copies printed 40,000, and the demand is steadily increasing. Any who would like to engage in a line of self-supporting missionary work should correspond with this Office.

Missions Special of the Signs of the Times

By Editor

THE time is drawing near for the appearance of the great Missions Special double number of the Signs of the Times, which is expected to be one of the best mission publications ever issued. We trust that our people generally are planning to use a large number of this issue, and of the Bible Reading series which is to follow.

Foreign Mission Seminary Workers

AMONG those who have come in for the special work at the Foreign Mission Seminary are Brother A. N. Allen and wife, of Spanish Honduras, Central America.

October Missionary Review of the World

THE October number of the Missionary Review of the World. (Funk and Wagnalls, New York City) is one of the most interesting numbers of that excellent journal that we have seen.

IN his article on the seventh page Elder A. G. Daniells states some facts concerning the $150,000 fund which will be of interest to all. The prospect seems to be excellent for closing out this fund in a short time, and we hope it will be done.

German Socialists Oppose Working-Hours Alcohol

THE National Convention of the Socialists of Germany recently considered for the first time the question of drunkenness among the laboring classes. A resolution was passed declaring the Socialists of Germany opposed to the use of alcohol in any form during working hours, and favoring the abolition of the custom common in German factories of providing beer to men at hard labor.

Marconi’s Transatlantic Wireless Service

GUGLIELMO MARCONI, who has recently come to the wireless telegraph station at Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, claims to have overcome all obstacles, and expects within a few weeks to begin a commercial transatlantic wireless telegraph service. A new station has been completed at Clifden, Ireland, whence the messages will be transmitted by wires to Europe. He announces that the rate will be ten cents a word for ordinary commercial messages, and five cents for press dispatches, but expects these rates to be reduced by half later.

WRITING

September 5, Elder H. C. J. Walleker reports the arrival of himself and family at St. Thomas, Danish West Indies, after a pleasant voyage. They had already entered upon their work, thankful that God had guided them to so needy a field.

Mission Toward Abyssinia Launched

WE learn from Elder Conradi that Brethren Lindegren and Persson were to sail from Hamburg, September 21, for Suez, and the port of Massowah, on the Red Sea, from which point they were to proceed to Asmara by rail and wagon. Asmara is the capital of the Italian colony of Eritrea, lying next to Abyssinia. Thus the mission toward Abyssinia is launched.

Canvassers’ Summary and Book Sales

It will be noticed, in the monthly canvassers' summary which appears in this issue of the REVIEW, that the Pacific Union Conference leads the list in the amount of book sales reported; namely, $7,183.40. The next highest in the list is the German Union, whose total sales amounted to $7,059.47. It will be of interest to our readers to give careful study to this summary; and it will be profitable to the work if those who do so, interest themselves individually in bringing their respective fields up to the position they should occupy in the report of book work done.

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