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1. For immediate attention.
(a) The small basin formed by the ell on the south side of Union Wharf should be made more suitable for use of both the town and Norlantic Diesel Inc., abutters to the east by dredging. Water here is now shallow and very dirty, with a dangerous oil slick. Dredging would provide not only better berthing space for the town, but would allow Nor- lantic to better utilize its western boundary.
(b) The jog at the western end of the wharf, formed by the same south-reaching ell, also needs dredging to make it more useable. A damaged cap-log should be replaced or repaired immediately.
(c) Removal of the Friars berthed on the north side of Union Wharf is imperative. We strongly urge the re- moval of this derelict, now aground and listing heavily, as it is occupying valuable space. This area would furnish
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room for fishing boats, and would also provide berthing space for the two Coast Guard search and rescue craft which are temporarily berthed at a barge on the south side of the Hathaway-Braley wharf. These vessels could be re- located here permanently after sufficient dredging.
The project suggested above should be undertaken im- mediately in order that Union Wharf can be used to it's greatest potential increasing it's income value to Fairhaven.
The Planning Board suggests, that if necessary, suitable articles relating to the above suggestions be placed in the Warrant to be acted upon at the next Annual Town Meeting.
2. For attention in near future. The Mullin's Wharf.
Improve the Mullin's Wharf, dredging out the area south of it. We suggest the investigation of the possibility of lo- cating a tuna industry, cannery, and increasing freezer facilities here. Further research should be made of the possibility of the use of fish oils and allied industries in the area.
3. Long-range recommendations.
Solid filling, without indentations, behind a bulkhead, of an area from Bridge Street south to the F. C. Taylor, Inc., property, as illustrated on the Fairhaven Planning Board map submitted with this report. This would enable the fishing fleet to berth at Fairhaven, with adequate space provided for parking and truck maneuvering. Fill would be available from the area dredged to the west of this bulk- head.
The long-range plan submitted is to convey an idea which can be adopted partially or in its entirety.
In considering the improvements on Union Wharf we recommend the investigation of dockage charges, as we feel that more revenue may be derived from more up to date docking fees.
The Fairhaven Planning Board wishes to express thanks and appreciation to Hathaway-Braley Co., for the use of the original Chester Hathaway plan and Milton K. Delano for the revised plan as requested by the Board. Also, Wil- liam K. Russell, Pierce & Kilburn Shipyard; Harold Pierce, Hathaway-Braley Co., Jens Ulrichsen, Norlantic Diesel, Inc.,
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Norwood Richards, Norlantic Diesel, Inc .; A. Russell Gif- ford; Louis Brock; Oren Carpenter; Captain Clifford F. DeWolf; Captain Charles Jeuchter; Chester Wing, F. C. Taylor, Inc .; F. Standish Kelley, D. N. Kelley, Inc .; Mrs. W. Wallbank, and the New Bedford Standard-Times for the valuable assistance rendered, and to Mr. John Linehan.
The Fairhaven Planning Board is appreciative of the interest of Mr. Joseph Perry in responding to the needs of the area, and initiating the current project of the F. C. Taylor Co., Inc., in building the proposed pier and other facilities contemplated by his firm.
In presenting this report, the Planning Board pledges itself to continued efforts for Fairhaven's future, and will cooperate in any possible way to help bring about a success- ful conclusion the ideas herein expressed.
This report culminated a 2 year study period by the Fairhaven Planning Board.
Saline Pilot Station
An active interest is still being maintained in the project for the Federal Saline Pilot Station. The efforts of U. S. Congressman Hastings Keith and Mr. L. J. Winchester of the Department of Interior, Division of Saline Water to assist the Board should be acknowledged.
A special meeting was held on October 29, 1959 at which time, Governor Councillor Ernest C. Stasiun was invited to explain his "indefinite postponing action" on the applica- tions of Kelley Dock & Marine Co., and F. C. Taylor, Inc., for construction of pier facilities in the Acushnet River. After a lengthy hearing attended by over 100 interested area legislators, businessmen, citizens, interested parties, Councillor Stasiun agreed to reverse his vote and go along with the applications enabling subject firms to continue waterfront developments plans. Senator Howard W. Young, area legislators, S. P. Jason, the Carpenter's Union, Fisher- men's Union, Seafood Producers Association, local banks,
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area businessmen and industrialists, as well as local citizens must be complimented on interest and support shown in above.
Master Plan
In exploring the possibilities of a Master Plan, the Fair- haven Planning Board had Mr. Richard Preston, (former Director of the Massachusetts Department of Commerce) enlighten members as to some of the problems. Further studies as per his suggestions are being made. The Board hopes in 1960 to come forward with a definite program which the town might adopt as a Master Plan.
Fort Phoenix
During the year the Fairhaven Planning Board called attention to the Fort Phoenix Beach - Fort Phoenix bill as presented to the State Legislature. Objection to Fort Phoenix being included in the bill without sufficient study or hearings was voiced to Manuel V. Medeiros, Representa- tive, and the Director of the Division of Waterways Depart- ment of Public Works.
Traffic Lights
It is a pleasure to note that the long-waited traffic lights are in operation at Adams Street and Huttleston Avenue.
Watershed
We are continuing studies for the improvement of our water supply, and the prevention of pollution in the area of Nasketucket River.
Shorefront
During 1960 the Fairhaven Planning Board will continue its study of the Waterfront, particularly that area from Bridge Street Town Landing, north to the bridge, and from the north side of the bridge northward to the Coggeshall Street Bridge, with the hope we may be able to attract small boating facilities by having marinas.
Hurricane Dike
This was mentioned in our 1958 report. The Board is still of the same opinion.
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Sewers
We hope in 1960 to meet with the Sewer and Water Com- missioners regarding our Sewer problem.
Industrial Park
The Board has been advised that at present the Federal Government does not contemplate route 195E entering Fair- haven at this time, therefore any comments relative to same must be withheld. We are, however, awaiting a definite plan to where route 18 will come through Fairhaven in meeting route 6 at the junction of Sconticut Neck Road.
Water Pressure
The Fairhaven Planning Board again urges steps be taken as soon as possible to plan for increased water pres- sure in North Fairhaven where most of our high buildings are located. We believe proper water pressure is most important for the protection of life and property.
Underground Wires
The program of putting service wires underground, par- ticuarly in new streets should be explored. Shortage of ma- terials due to the war effort is no longer excuse for any delay.
Infirmary
Action relative to the closing of the infirmary as a Welfare Institution, as advocated by the Planning Board, will come before the town meeting members in the annual warrant. The Planning Board has been assured by the Board of Selectmen that the property will be held for fur- ther study before any attempt is made to dispose of same. We have been advised that this property presently is worth $70,000 - $100,000 depending upon the location of route 18.
Coggeshall Street Bridge
The bridge should be strengthened and improved for bus and truck traffic. We believe this should be either a Chapter 90 Road or State maintained.
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West Island Causeway
The Board feels reasonably sure that improvements will be made to the Causeway to alleviate the present problem and further help in the development of this area for the best interest of the town. The Planning Board has been urging area legislators and Division of Waterways officials to facilitate this work.
Building Inspector
The Building Inspector should be placed on a full time basis and given full authority for the administration and enforcing of the town Zoning By-Laws, as pertain to matters under his jurisdiction.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the Fairhaven Planning Board wishes to call attention to the fact that the Planning Board is an advisory board, and is not an administrative or enforcing body.
The Planning Board wishes to thank the reportorial staff, and the Standard-Times for their news coverage, and to Mrs. Dorothy S. Kearns for her assistance to the Board.
VICTOR O. B. SLATER, Chairman KENNETH R. VINING EARL L. HOLDEN JAMES PARKINSON CHARLES R. DUGDALE ARSENE G. DUVAL HERBERT L. CANDAGE NOEL B. COUTURE
Planning Board
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Public Assistance
Closing of the Town Infirmary will be recommended to the taxpayers at the Annual Town Meeting in 1960 as an economy measure. In this modern age, in which Federal assistance is available to persons in their own homes either through Social Security, Old Age Assistance, Aid to De- pendent Children or Disability Assistance, the Town In- firmary is obsolete and the expense of maintenance is unwarranted.
Medical care expenses continued to increase in spite of new regulations of the State Department intended to curb prices and quantity of medicines.
Old Age Assistance was granted to 241 persons during the year. Hospitalization for 737 days was paid in compari- son to 461 days in 1958, approximately doubling expendi- tures for this purpose.
The sum of $14,768.93 was collected this year under the real estate lien law.
Aid to Dependent Children was given to 51 families with 100 children during the year, with 21 cases added to the rolls and 20 closed out. The total cost was slightly under last year. This program is difficult to administer because of liberality of the law governing fitness of the parent. At present a survey of the so-called "absent father situation" is being made by the Federal Government from data collected from cities and towns all over the country.
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Disability Assistance for persons 18 years of age and over who are permanently and totally disabled is the third Federal relief program. The town bears one-fourth of the total expense. There were 24 persons aided and medical expense was heavy.
General Relief was given to persons who were not eligible for any other form of relief. There were 37 cases open at some time during the year. The expenditures were less in this account than last year.
CLAUDIA I. SCHILLER Social Work Supervisor
WALTER J. BOROWICZ WALTER SILVEIRA JAMES B. LANAGAN
Board Members
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Fairhaven Water Company
Examination for the Year ended December 31, 1958
SCOVELL, WELLINGTON & COMPANY Accountants and Auditors
New Bedford, Mass. February 18, 1959
To the Board of Directors of Fairhaven Water Company
We have examined the balance sheet of Fairhaven Water Company as at December 31, 1958, and the related income and surplus statement for the year then ended. Our ex- amination was made in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards, and accordingly included such tests of the accounting records and such other auditing proce- dures as we considered necessary in the circumstances, except in the case of accounts receivable.
We did not consider it practicable to apply the generally accepted auditing procedure of communicating direct with consumers in confirmation of the balances due from them, but we satisfied ourselves by tests of related records.
The accounting system of the company is as prescribed for water companies by the Department of Public Utilities of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and the accom- panying statements are in accord with the company books.
In our opinion, the accompanying balance sheet and in- come and surplus statement present fairly the financial position of Fairhaven Water Company at December 31, 1958, and the results of its operations for the year then ended, in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles applied on a basis consistent with that of the preceding year.
Scovell, Wellington & Company
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FAIRHAVEN WATER COMPANY
Balance Sheet as at December 31, 1958
ASSETS
Cash-in bank and on hand
Accounts receivable, consumers
Prepaid expenses Insurance
$ 776.67
Supplies inventory
1,420.09
2,196.76
Total current assets
64,331.52
Real Estate and equipment
Asset Accounts
Reserves for
Net
Depreciation
Balances
Land
11,202.70
11,202.70
Buildings
43,134.02
34,054.59
9,079.43
54,336.72
34,054.59
20,282.13
Equipment
Standpipe
52,017.98
Pumping plant equip.
80,041.10
Transmission and distributing mains
347,183.67
363,924.89
240,733.79
Services-consumers
92,203.15
Hydrants
23,263.06
Office and shop equip.
9,949.72
Tractor, trucks & autos
9,433.27
4,250.10
5,183.17
614,091.95
368,174.99
245,916.96
668,428.67
402,229.58
266,199.09
$330,530.61
LIABILITIES
Accounts payable, trade Accrued Liabilities
$ 2,618.57
Federal and State taxes
3,850.00
Social Security taxes
223.32
$ 2,857.57 59,277.19
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Federal income taxes withheld
302.00
Salaries and wages 646.78
5,022.10
Total current liabilities
7,640.67
First mortgage, sinking fund bond,
43/4%, due July 1, 1978
130,000.00
(Sinking fund payment of $1,300 due annually, beginning July 1, 1959)
Common Stock
Authorized and issued, 1,600 shares, par $100
160,000.00
Surplus, Exhibit B
32,889.94
192,889.94
$330,530.61
INCOME AND SURPLUS STATEMENT For the Year Ended December 31, 1958
OPERATING REVENUES
Metered sales to consumers
Hydrant rentals
Flat rate sales to consumers
$103,607.91 13,625.00 516.93
$117,749.84
OPERATING EXPENSES
Source of water supply expenses Maintenance of water
supply, buildings & fixtures 176.52
Maintenance of ground
source of water supply 1,458.08
$ 1,634.60
PUMPING EXPENSES
Labor 1,813.38
Fuel oil
32.74
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Electric power purchased 9,691.59
Pumping station supplies and expenses 1,076.82
Maintenance of power
pumping buildings and fixtures 2,249.08
Maintenance of
pumping equipment
1,845.12
16,708.73
TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION EXPENSES
Supplies and expenses
1,170.96
Maintenance of mains 513.77
Maintenance of services 17,558.77
Maintenance of meters 4,754.86
Maintenance of hydrants
448.84
Maintenance of
reservoirs & tanks
101.30
24,548.50
GENERAL EXPENSES
Depreciation 14,146.03
Insurance 3,865.36
Transportation expense 3,654.35
Salaries-
general officers
and clerks 11,257.35
Legal and
accounting services 3,650.00
Office supplies
and expense
1,386.38
Miscellaneous expenses 1,412.07
Materials and
supplies -
not allocated
993.42
40,364.96
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TAXES
Real Estate & personal property 17,864.00
Massachusetts franchise 546.20
Social security
1,194.44
Motor vehicle excise
152.55
Uncollectible operating revenue
19,757.19 546.13
103,560.11
Net operating revenue
14,189.73
Non-operating income and expense Jobbing and merchandise revenue Miscellaneous income
2,006.66
445.18
2,451.84
Less Interest expense
5,644.54
(3,192.70)
Income before federal income tax Federal income tax
10,997.03
3,287.20
Net income for year
7,709.83
Surplus, December 31, 1957
24,645.36
Add Insurance recoveries, 1954-1956, restored to plant accounts 534.75
Adjusted surplus, December 31, 1957
25,180.11
Surplus, December 31, 1958, Exhibit A
$32,889.94
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Recreational Committee
This past summer our town beach on West Island fur- nished many pleasant hours of recreation to our citizens and summer residents. During the summer 983 Beach Park- ing Permits were issued at 25 cents each. The sum of $245.75 went into the General Fund.
IMPROVEMENTS AND MAINTENANCE - 1959
1. All signs were painted and new signs showing beach restrictions were erected.
2. Roadway was made to the East Beach.
3. Bathhouses were painted.
4. During the winter vandals removed toilets and wash- basins. New facilities were installed and removed to storage at the end of the season.
5. Lifebouys were again replaced.
6. Boys were hired to keep the beach clean of rubbish and seaweed.
RECOMMENDED IMPROVEMENTS -1960
1. Double size of the parking lot.
2. Removal of stones in water off the West Beach.
3. Removal of wild grass on East Beach and grading.
4. Lifeguards.
5. Lifeboats, outboard motor and first aid kit.
6. Installation of telephone service.
The cost of these improvements is included in the budget for 1960.
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Senator Arthur J. Mullen, who was a valued member of this Committee prior to his death, will be sadly missed and will be remembered for his efforts in behalf of better recreation facilities for the Town.
The Committee wishes to express its gratitude to many residents and department heads for their cooperation and assistance given this Committee.
JAMES J. MEDEIROS, Chairman WALTER J. BOROWICZ JAMES B. LANAGAN WALTER SILVEIRA
Recreation Committee
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Baseball Little League
The Fairhaven Baseball Little League was organized on a Saturday evening following Town Meeting in March, 1956. The first officers elected to guide the League were :
William Robinson, President
Albert Borges, Vice-President
Harry Bridges, Secretary
William Rogers, Treasurer
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Walter Borowicz
Arthur Paquette
William Dean
Alva Howland
William Grindrod Joseph Bodnar
Harry Young
The League is made up of twenty teams, consisting of fifteen members each. The age is from nine through twelve. This is a non-competitive League in which every boy in town has a chance to play Little League Ball if he so desires.
Two years ago, the League added four Pony League Teams, increasing its size to twenty-four teams.
Having no sponsors, the members of the League are responsible for raising the necessary funds to assure its success. To raise these funds, the League has run dances and suppers and various raffles. There is also an annual Tag Day, which is one of the big fund-raising projects.
With great effort on the part of everyone connected with the League, including the businessmen in town, who have shown a great interest in this project, the necessary
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funds have been raised. Over a period of four years, the League has raised in excess of $10,000.
The cost of running the League each year is $2,500, with an outlay of $2,400 the beginning of every fifth year for new uniforms.
We have $700 on hand as a new year begins. As we go into our fifth year, we should have $2,400 towards new uniforms.
CHARLES FARIA, President PETER BARCELLOS ALBERT KENNEY WILLIAM ROGERS
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Board of Health
Weekly meetings have been held by the members of the Board of Health, during 1959. The many nuisances and complaints which were brought to their attention, have been taken care of promptly, with consideration of all persons involved.
At the Board of Health Clinics, 623 children were in- oculated against diphtheria, 60 were vaccinated against small pox and 1225 children were inoculated against polio- myelitis.
Three new cases of tuberculosis have been reported. The Community Nurses made a total of 94 visits to patients with tuberculosis, and their contacts have been X-rayed. 3 patients were hospitalized, in Bristol County Tuberculosis Hospital and North Reading State Sanatorium. 23 visits were made to patients with communicable diseases.
The program for the care of premature infants, which was instituted by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, has been followed. There were 19 premature in- fants born to residents of Fairhaven during 1959.
A summary of the dental work done at the School Dental Clinics, is as follows :
Fillings
613
Cleanings 3
Extractions
52
Examinations 39
Bristol County Mental Health Clinics in New Bedford provide facilities for psychiatric diagnosis, treatment and consultation, free of charge, for residents of Fairhaven. 22 patients made a total of 176 visits to these Clinics.
The following licenses were issued during the year:
Burial Permits
202
Ice Cream 1
Methyl Alcohol
17
Oleomargarine 28
Camp
7 Milk Dealers 17
Day Nursery
2 Store Milk 44
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Communicable Diseases reported during the year :
Chicken Pox
1 Scarlet Fever 3
Dog Bites
72 Tuberculosis 3
Measles
30 Pneumococcal Meningitis 1
Mumps
2 Paralytic Poliomyelitis 1
Whooping Cough 1
The following have performed their duties effectively : Raymond Bourdon, Collection of garbage; Henry Stevens, Slaughter Inspector; Samuel Barrett, Animal and Milk In- spector; Lawrence B. Maxfield, Sanitary Inspector.
The new developments and improved present day regula- tions are changing our program to such an extent that Board of Health measures which sufficed a few years ago, are in- adequate today. To make the transitions from yesterday through today and into tomorrow, requires constant and highly reassessment of all the factors which have positive and negative impacts on health, and of the constantly in- creasing flow of new developments which research brings. These new health measures demand much more time and effort in their organization and execution.
The members of the Board express their gratitude to all who have assisted, such as The Board of Selectmen, Police Department and the Community Nurses. We also appreciate the help of the many townspeople who have given freely of their time to assist at our Clinics.
MR. FRANK BETTENCOURT, Chairman DR. FILBERT A. SILVEIRA DR. EDWARD L. SOARES
Board of Health
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Health Nursing Service
Communities as a whole have a real stake in their Public Health Program. The great majority of the people are af- fected at one time or another by the Nursing Service. Some may require bedside care, others may need instruction in hygiene and healthful living and still others may require treatment to prevent disease.
The appropriation from the Town for health nursing services made it possible to make the following visits during the year 1959.
Child Welfare 1579 visits
Tuberculosis 94 visits
Acute Communicable Diseases 23 visits
1687 visits
The Town paid for the following nursing visits to pa- tients receiving :
General Relief 58 visits
Old Age Assistance 190 visits
Veterans Benefits 157 visits
405 visits
Assistance was given at the following clinics held under the supervision of the Board of Health. There were five Diphtheria Clinics, two Vaccination Clinics, and seven Polio Clinics, held during the year.
Diphtheria Toxoid Clinics 623 children inoculated
Polio Clinics 1225 inoculations given
Vaccinations
60 children vaccinated
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Two new cases of Tuberculosis were admitted during the year and both were hospitalized and ten of their con- tacts have been X-rayed. Several arrested cases had X-ray examinations during the year and other contacts have been checked periodically. Some of these examinations were made at the Bristol County Sanatoria, others at the New Bedford Tuberculosis Clinic, and others by private physicians.
The Board of Health Executive Officer has been most helpful in reporting some of the new laws and policies of the Commonwealth as they pertain to public health nursing.
To all who have assisted and co-operated, appreciation is hereby expressed.
GRACE E. SMALLEY, R.N. Agent of the Board of Health
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Dental Clinic
The Dental Clinic is now held in the Rogers School. Dr. Normande Gamache is the dentist and Mrs. Catherine Govoni, his assistant.
Ten children are allowed to go every Tuesday and Wednesday morning. Prices range from twenty cents to thirty-five cents. Those unable to pay are allowed to have work done free of charge.
SUMMARY OF WORK DONE IN 1959
Fillings
613 Examinations 39
Extractions
52
Cleanings 3
LOUISE F. DENNIE, R.N. School Nurse
Milk Inspection
Number of gallons of milk produced daily in town 1784 Number of producers in town 20
Number of inspections made during the year 43
Bacteriological Examinations are made by the laboratory of the City of New Bedford, without cost to our town.
SAMUEL C. BARRETT Milk Inspector
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Slaughter Inspection
I herewith submit my annual report for the year 1959. I made a total of seven inspections and all were satis- factory.
HENRY STEVENS Slaughter Inspector
Animal Inspection
Under the supervision of the Division of Livestock Di- sease Control, and in co-operation with the Board of Health, I have inspected 620 cows, 34 heifers, one to two years old, 48 heifers under one year, 12 bulls, 22 horses, 23 steers, 4 goats, 2 sheep, 122 swine, at 50 locations.
Ten head of cattle were condemned by the Brucellosis Test; seven inspections were required.
There were 72 dogs quarantined for biting. One dog and 1 cat head were sent to the Wasserman Laboratory for examination, but there was no case of Rabies.
SAMUEL C. BARRETT Animal Inspector
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Shellfish Inspection
This year has been one of the most prosperous in the taking of clams in the town, by families, and commercial taking of quahogs, by fishermen. Two areas opened to the taking of shellfish, namely Jack's Cove and south of Cause- way Road, between Long Island and West Island, produced a good supply. Townspeople enjoyed clam digging, taking their quota of 1 peck per week from Priest Cove, Wigwam Beach, Knollmere Beach and Bass Creek.
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