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Frank Buchanan was reared in Caldwell County, and received his education in the public schools. He started working with his father in the pump business, where he remained for a number of years. In 1912 he opened his first garage in Polo, where he remained until the fall of 1917. Mr. Buchanan then took over the Standard Oil Company's agency in Polo, and is located on the main street. His territory extends eight miles east of Polo, and nine miles west. He does an extensive business throughout the county, and is well known as an enterprising and ener- getic business man.
On Dec. 22, 1897, Mr. Buchanan married Maggie Gingrich, a native of Nebraska, and the daughter of J. H. and Abbie (Smith) Gingrich, the former a native of Iowa, and the latter a native of Ohio. Mr. and Mrs. Gingrich were the parents of the following children: Joseph, farmer,
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Nebraska; Mrs. Buchanan; Bert, residence unknown; Edward, farmer, Nebraska; Addie, the wife of G. Decker, Idaho. Mr. Gingrich died May 28, 1907, and his wife died May 20, 1921. To Frank and Maggie (Ging- rich) Buchanan seven children were born, as follows: Erma May, born Oct. 31, 1901, the wife of E. Robison; Leona, born March 18, 1905, at home; Gertrude, born Feb. 16, 1908, at home; Frank, born Sept. 8, 1910, at home; Thelma, born Sept. 1, 1913, at home; Carl, born Feb. 16, 1919, at home; and Maggie, born Jan. 29, 1903, died Sept. 11, 1903.
Mr. Buchanan is a Democrat and a member of the Masonic Lodge and the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. He has many friends through- out Caldwell County.
Sherman Henkins, the capable manager of the Turner Lumber and Investment Company, is a native of Caldwell County. He was born Feb. 27, 1895, in New York Township, the son of Add and Hattie (Frazier) Henkins.
Add Henkins was born in Pennsylvania and came to Missouri during the early days, settling in Caldwell County. He became a prosperous farmer had was a breeder of high-grade stock. Mr. Henkins was a Re- publican and a member of the Baptist Church. He died in 1902, and is buried in Hopewell Cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. Henkins were the parents of the following children: Pearl, the wife of Grover Clark, St. Louis; William, farmer, Breckenridge; Nellie, St. Joseph; Edna, the wife of Ed- ward Bowen, Nettleton; Irene, the wife of Robert Bowen, Nettleton; Sher- man, the subject of this sketch; and Thomas, farmer, New York Town- ship.
Sherman Henkins was reared on his father's farm, in Caldwell County, and received his education in the public schools of Hamilton. He then became engaged in the lumber business and was later bookkeeper in the First National Bank of Hamilton. Mr. Henkins is now manager of the Turner Lumber and Investment Company of Polo, which is one of the well-known and profitable enterprises of Polo. During the World War Mr. Henkins was drafted and sent to Camp Funston, Kan., with the 356th Headquarters Company, 89th Division. He was in active service for one year in France, and engaged in many battles, including the St. Milhiel drive, in which he was gassed.
On Dec. 25, 1921, Mr. Henkins married Bessie Korneman, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M. Korneman. Mr. and Mrs. Korneman were the parents of four children, as follows: Lulu, deceased, was the wife of Frank Wills ;
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Herman, farmer, Mirabile; Bessie and Bertha, twins. Bertha lives with her mother in Cameron.
Mr. Henkins is a Republican and a member of the Masonic Lodge. He belongs to the Christian Church and is one of Polo's successful and enterprising young men.
Max W. Phillips, well-known and efficient druggist employed in the T. W. Scanlon Drug Store of Polo, is a veteran of the World War, and a native of Missouri. He was born Aug. 15, 1894, in Caldwell County, three miles southwest of Polo, the son of W. E. and Alice (Carr) Phillips.
W. E. Phillips was born May 8, 1860, in Madison County, Kentucky. He is prominent throughout the country as a trainer of race horses. He trained and owned many thoroughbred race horses, including "George B. Bennett," "Kirtsman," "Minnie Adams," "English Lad," "Lawrence P. Daly." He has won many derbies throughout the country, and is in partnership with Fred Cook, well-known horseman of the West. Mr. Phillips lives in Lexington, Ky. He is a Republican and a thirty-second degree Mason. Mr. and Mrs. Phillips have two children: Max W., the subject of this sketch; and Fay, the wife of Ezra Cox, living in Polo.
Max W. Phillips has always lived in Missouri. He received his educa- tion in the public and high schools of Polo. He has been engaged in busi- ness with Dr. T. W. Scanlon for the past three years. The Scanlon store is a Rexall store, and is among the finest and most up-to-date drug stores in the county. On April 27, 1917, Mr. Phillips enlisted from Kansas City in the 1st Field Signal Corps, and was mustered into Federal service on Aug. 5, 1917. He served with Major General Mann in the 117th Field Signal Battalion, and was in active service in France for 18 months. Mr. Phillips took part in many important battles and drives during the war, and was gassed. He spent much time in hospitals since the war, his health having been affected.
On May 5, 1921, Mr. Phillips married Mabel Everett, a native of Kingston, and the daughter of John and Nellie (Edwards) Everett, the former a native of Caldwell County, and the latter a native of Ohio. Mr. and Mrs. Everett have three children, as follows: Ray, automobile me- chanic, Hamilton ; Mrs. Phillips; and Buford, at home. Mr. Everett is a Democrat and a member of the Masonic Lodge and the Methodist Church.
Mr. Phillips is a Republican and a member of the Methodist Church. He is a progressive young man and has an excellent standing in the town of Polo and throughout the county.
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William M. Estes, well-known retired farmer and stockman fo Cald- well County, is a member of one of the prominent pioneer families of the county. He was born Sept. 23, 1855, in a log cabin, three and one-half miles northwest of Polo, and is the son of James and Mary C. (Ribelin) Estes.
James Estes was born in Ray County, Dec. 22, 1828, and was the son of William Estes, early settler of Missouri. James Estes became a leading farmer and stockman of Caldwell County, where he moved when he was a young man. He became the owner of 920 acres of land, which he im- proved from timber land. Mr. Estes was a veteran of the Civil War, hav- ing served with General Price for six months. He was a Democrat and a member of the Missionary Baptist Church. Mr. Estes died in April, 1917, and his wife died in July, 1901. They are buried in the Estes Cemetery, which was land given by William Estes. Mr. and Mrs. Estes were the parents of seven children, as follows: Angeline, the wife of George Hill, Clay County ; W. M., the subject of this sketch; Louise, the wife of Daniel Hill, Polo; John H., merchant, Columbia; Emma, deceased, was the wife of J. Y. Thompson; Laura, the wife of Silas Conway, Liberty; and Cora, the wife of A. J. Smoot, Grant Township.
W. M. Estes has always followed farming and stock raising and has been successful. He was reared on his father's farm and attended the district schools. He then farmed on 80 acres of land given him by his father, and now is the owner of 400 acres. Mr. Estes was a well-known breeder of Poland-China hogs, Shorthorn cattle and other high-grade stock. He was also an extensive shipper of stock. His farm, Maple Grove Farm, was the first farm to be named in Caldwell County. Mr. Estes is now living retired.
On March 17, 1880, Mr. Estes married Florence Zimmerman, a native of Caldwell County, born Sept. 21, 1858, and the daughter of John and Margaret (Hemery) Zimmerman. Mr. Zimmerman was a leading farmer of the county for many years. He and his wife are now deceased. They were the parents of two children: Mary, the wife of Solomon Hardman, farmer, Grant Township, and Mrs. Estes. To W. M. and Florence (Zim- merman) Estes four children have been born, as follows: William Ernest, born July 16, 1881, banker, Kansas City; Dora, born April 17, 1883, the wife of Lyman Bathgate, farmer, Grant Township; J. Frank, born Nov. 27, 1885, farmer, Grant Township; and J. Floyd, born Aug. 21, 1890, farmer, living on the home place.
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Mr. Estes was one of the organizers of the First National Bank of Polo, and served as vice president of the bank for 13 years. He is a Democrat and belongs to the Methodist Church. Mr. and Mrs. Estes are living on the outskirts of Polo, where they own a fine modern residence. They are interesting pioneers of the county and are highly respected citizens.
George H. Ellenberger, a prominent and successful farmer of Grant Township, Caldwell County, is a native of Clinton County. He was born Sept. 1, 1878, the son of Josiah and Julia (Carnes) Ellenberger.
Josiah Ellenberger was born in Clinton County, Jan. 20, 1851, and was the son of Jacob Ellenberger, who came to Missouri in 1849. Josiah Ellenberger became a minister in the Dunkard Church when he was 21 years old, and preached for 40 years. He also engaged in farming and stock raising and became the owner of 400 acres of land in Caldwell and Clinton Counties. Mr. Ellenberger was a well-known breeder of Jersey cattle and Poland-China hogs. He died May 11, 1920, and his wife died May 5, 1921. They are buried in Plattsburg. Mr. and Mrs. Ellenberger had 13 children, as follows: Henry, rural mail carrier, Polo; Anna, the wife of D. A. Moats, Michigan; George H., the subject of this sketch; Albert, poultryman, living in Kansas; Ida, deceased; Josiah, deceased ; Julia, deceased; Ora, the wife of O. S. Moats, mail clerk, Kansas City ; Oland, clerk, Moorsville; John, died in infancy; James, deceased; Stover, garage business, Polo; and Forrest, died in infancy.
George H. Ellenberger was reared on his father's farm and received his education in the district schools. He then worked on a farm for two years, and later purchased land. Mr. Ellenberger now owns and operates a fine farm of 160 acres near Polo. He is a breeder of high-grade stock, specializing in Jersey cattle and Poland-China hogs. Mrs. Ellenberger raises poultry of all kinds.
On March 13, 1902, Mr. Ellenberger married Fanny Fort, a native of Caldwell County, born in 1876, and the daughter of George and Mattie Fort, the former a native of New York, and the latter of Ohio. Mr. and Mrs. Fort are the parents of the following children: Miona, the wife of Charles Baird, Montana; John, deceased; Mrs. Ellenberger; Emma, the wife of Henry Ellenberger; Bessie, the wife of Ernest Shaw, Montana ; and Grace, the wife of Marvin Headley, Montana. Mr. Fort is a veteran of the Civil War, having served for over four years with Company E, 8th Iowa Volunteer Infantry. Mr. and Mrs. Fort now reside in Polo. Mr. and
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Mrs. Ellenberger have two children, as follows: Fern, born Feb. 18, 1903, now teaching in Ray County; and Wayne, born Aug. 2, 1906, attending Polo High School.
Mr. Ellenberger is an enterprising and progressive citizen and is widely and favorably known in Caldwell County.
Elery and Wilson Estabrook are leading farmers and stockmen of Caldwell County. They were both born in Wisconsin, 20 miles from Mil- waukee, and are the sons of Edward Wilson and Mary Elizabeth (Wag- oner) Estabrook. Elery Estabrook was born June 24, 1861, and his brother was born Dec. 30, 1859.
Edward Wilson Estabrook was a native of Massachusetts, and was born April 24, 1827. He came to Wisconsin when he was a young man and engaged in farming and stock raising. In 1867 Mr. Estabrook moved his family to Caldwell County and settled in Breckenridge Township on the farm now owned by his sons. He owned 180 acres of land, which he improved, and became a prosperous stockman. Mr. Estabrook died in 1885, and his wife died in 1900. They are buried in Rose Hill Cemetery, Breckenridge. Mr. and Mrs. Estabrook had two children, Elery and Wilson, subjects of this sketch.
Elery Estabrook was reared on the farm and received his education in the district schools, as did his brother. They have always followed farming and stock raising and have been successful. Elery Estabrook owns and operates a fine stock farm of 340 acres near Breckenridge, which is well improved. He specializes in the breeding of Marino sheep and has about 600 head on hand. He also raises Shorthorn cattle and Poland- China hogs. His brother, Wilson, is in business with him, and they are well known throughout the county.
On Feb. 12, 1891, Elery Estabrook married Anna Hicks, a native of Caldwell County, and the daughter of John and Grace (Hollow) Hicks, both natives of England. The Hicks settled in the copper region near Lake Superior after coming to this country and remained there until 1868, when they came to Caldwell County. Mr. Hicks owned a well im- proved farm of 290 acres and carried on general farming. Both Mr. and Mrs. Hicks are now deceased and are buried in Rose Hill Cemetery. They were the parents of the following children: John, deceased; Ralph, farmer, Gomer Township, Caldwell County; Thomas, farmer, Breckenridge Town- ship; Richard, farmer, Carroll County; Robert, farmer, Breckenridge; Mrs. Estabrook; Fred, Breckenridge; and Alice, the wife of George Rob-
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ertson, Livingston County. To Mr. and Mrs. Estabrook one child has been born, Edward, born April 18, 1900, at home with his parents.
Elery Estabrook is a Republican and is a member of the township board. He and his brother are progressive and enterprising citizens of Caldwell County, and are well and favorably known.
William M. Gray, a leading farmer and stockman of Breckenridge Township, is a native of Livingston County. He was born Oct. 31, 1866, the son of Thomas and Malissa G. (Stanley). Gray.
Thomas Gray was born in Livingston County, in February, 1845, and his wife was born in Carroll County in 1847. Mr. Gray became a suc- cessful farmer and stockman of Livingston County, where he spent his entire life. He owned 240 acres of land, and during the early days he drove his stock to St. Joseph. Mr. Gray was a Democrat and a charter member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. He died in November, 1918, and his wife died in February, 1902. They are buried in Livingston County. Mr. and Mrs. Gray were the parents of six children, as follows: William M., the subject of this sketch; Alice, the wife of L. R. Reynolds ; Ida L., the wife of John Benson, Caldwell County; J. A., farmer, living on the home place; Edgar, farmer, Livingston County ; and Myrtle, deceased.
William M. Gray was reared on his father's farm in Livingston County and attended the district schools. He has always followed farming and stock raising and has been successful. Mr. Gray now owns 190 acres of well improved land in Breckenridge Township, and is a widely known breeder of Poland-China hogs, Shorthorn cattle, horses and mules. He also raises poultry of all kinds.
Mr. Gray was married Dec. 11, 1892, to Katie B. Weldon, a native of Hamilton, born Oct. 13, 1870, and the daughter of Martin and Lydia (Lankford) Weldon, both natives of Daviess County. Mr. and Mrs. Wel- don were the parents of 11 children, as follows: Alice, deceased; James I., deceased; William Joseph, Daviess County ; Flora R., the wife of Oscar Jernigan, both deceased; Evelyn, deceased; Mrs. Gray; Mary J., the wife of R. G. Butler, Oklahoma; Elias S., deceased; John T., Oklahoma; Anna L., deceased; and one child died in infancy. Mr. Weldon was a prosperous farmer and stockman and owned 320 acres of land in Daviess County. He was a veteran of the Civil War and is now deceased. To William M. and Katie B. (Weldon) Gray four children have been born, as follows: Donald, born in 1894, farming with his father, World War veteran; Nadine O., born June 15, 1897, the wife of Robert Johnson, farmer, Caldwell County ;
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Earl L., born Sept. 24, 1902, attending Warrensburg Normal School; and Martin, born Aug. 9, 1906, at home.
Mr. Gray is a Democrat and is a member of the Masonic Lodge, the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and the Modern Woodmen of the World. The Gray family are members of the Methodist Church, and are well known throughout Caldwell County as substantial citizens.
James M. Karr, a prosperous farmer and stockman of Rockford Township, and the owner of 435 acres of well improved land, was born Oct. 6, 1848, in White County, Indiana, and is the son of Joseph and Sarah A. (Pippen) Karr.
Joseph Karr was born Oct. 20, 1814, in Ross County, Ohio, and moved tò Indiana when he was a young man. Later he moved to Illinois, Iowa, and in 1860 moved his family to Caldwell County. Mr. Karr became a successful farmer and stockman, and at the time of his death was the owner of 800 acres of land. He was a widely known breeder of high- grade stock and was also an extensive shipper of stock. · Mr. Karr was a Republican and belonged to the Presbyterian Church. Both Mr. and Mrs. Karr are deceased and are buried in Mirabile. They were the parents of the following children: Malissa Ann, the wife of Van H. Groves, both deceased; Elizabeth, the wife of James Medley, both deceased; James M., the subject of this sketch; Alvin, died Oct. 1, 1921; Willaim, living in Pueblo, Colo .; and Joseph A., when last heard of was in Oregon. Mr. Karr made several trips West for the government and helped in the laying out of cities between Sioux City and Yellowstone Park. He was a close friend of William Cody, who was known as "Buffalo Bill."
James M. Karr was educated in the district schools and then started farming. He owns a well improved farm, which is located near Polo. It is improved, with a fine residence and other buildings. Mr. Karr is a breeder of purebred Poland-China hogs and Shropshire sheep. Mrs. Karr has 700 chickens. Mr. Karr is also a feeder of stock.
On Dec. 21, 1888, Mr. Karr married Agnes Belle Thompson Smith, a native of Ray County, born Feb. 24, 1872, and the daughter of George and Mary Elizabeth (Claytor) Thompson, both natives of Virginia. Mr. and Mrs. Thompson were the parents of the following children: Martha Ann, the wife of Marion H. Bush, Oklahoma; Rebecca Jane, the wife of Stephen Tingey, Missouri; James M., farmer; Thomas M., farmer; Mary Ellen, the wife of Wilson Graham, Harrison County; Nancey Kate, the wife of Jesse D. Pulley, Iowa ; Mrs. Karr ; and Robert E. Lee, last heard of
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in a hospital in St. Joseph. Mr. Thompson was a veteran of the Civil War and a prominent farmer of Caldwell County for many years. To James M. and Agnes Belle (Thompson) Smith Karr three children were born, as follows: Edda Frances, born May 7, 1894, the wife of Harry Rego, mechanic, living in Denver, Colo .; James M., farmer, born Oct. 6, 1899, living at home; and Vivian Belle, born April 13, 1912, at home. Mr. and Mrs. Karr have three grandchildren.
Mr. Karr belongs to the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and is a member of the Methodist Church. He is a Republican and has served as school director and road overseer. Mr. Karr is an enterprising and pro- gressive citizen and is widely and favorably known.
Martin Pittman, a successful young farmer and stockman of Brecken- ridge Township, was born Sept. 1, 1897, in Lewis County, the son of Mar- tin V. and Martha (Bangart) Pittman.
Martin V. Pittman was a native of Iowa. When he was a young man he came to Missouri and settled on a farm in Lewis County. He was the owner of 325 acres of well improved land and was a leading stockman of the county for many years, being a breeder of Shorthorn cattle and Poland-China hogs. Mr. Pittman was also a shipper and buyer of stock. He was a Democrat and a member of the Baptist Church, of which he was deacon. Mr. Pittman died Feb. 25, 1922, and is buried in Rose Hill Ceme- tery. His wife resides in Breckenridge. Mr. and Mrs. Pittman were the parents of the following children: Cora, the wife of Harry Gibson, poultry business, Polo; Clarence, died in infancy ; Clara, the wife of Mason Mayo, stockman, Breckenridge; and Martin, the subject of this sketch.
Martin Pittman was educated in the public schools of Breckenridge and then engaged in farming. He owns a fine farm of 170 acres in Breckenridge Township, and is a well-known breeder of high-grade stock, including Shorthorn cattle and Poland-China hogs. Mr. Pittman is an extensive buyer and shipper of stock and carries on a large volume of busniess. The Pittman farm is modern in every respect and contains a fine residence and farm buildings.
On Nov. 14, 1917, Mr. Pittman married Amanda Hall, a native of Ten- nessee, and the daughter of Elisha and Nettie (Trebelcox) Hall. Mr. and Mrs. Hall were the parents of the following children: Pearl, the wife of Kenneth Pate; Minerva, the wife of Patrick Ellis, Breckenridge; Bernice, the wife of Edward Connor, Tennessee; Stella, the wife of Dr. E. L. Thompson; Mrs. Pittman; and Jennie, the wife of George Baker, farmer,
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Nettleton. Mr. and Mrs. Hall are living in Breckenridge. Mr. and Mrs. Pittman have two children, as follows: Beatrice, born Oct. 2, 1919; and Howard, born Aug. 27, 1921.
Mr. Pittman is a Democrat and a member of the Baptist Church. He is among the representative young business men of the township, whose success in life is already assured.
C. O. Crawford, deceased, was a prominent farmer and stockman of Caldwell County for many years. He was born in Caldwell County and was the son of Dr. William H. and Elizabeth Crawford. Dr. William H. Crawford was a native of Kentucky, and a very early settler of Mis- souri. For many years he was a physician in Mirabile and also was en- gaged in the mercantile business there. Dr. Crawford also carried on gen- eral farming and was the owner of about 1,500 acres of land in Caldwell County, which he improved. He was a well-known breeder of high-grade stock and was a feeder and extensive shipper of stock also. For many years Dr. Crawford was among the leading stockmen of the county. He. was a Democrat and a member of the Catholic Church. Both Dr. and Mrs. Crawford are deceased. They were the parents of seven children, as follows: A. K., deceased; Sarah, the widow of Thomas Clark, Cam- eron; C. O., the subject of this sketch; Mollie, deceased, was the wife of William Burt, California; John, deceased; William, farmer, Cameron; and Lilly May, the widow of Edward Frazier, Cameron.
C. O. Crawford spent his entire life in Caldwell County and always followed farming and stock raising. He owned 400 acres of land at the time of his death, and was a breeder of high-grade stock, as well as a shipper and feeder of stock. He died in May, 1917, and his widow now is living retired on the home place.
C. O. Crawford was married to Elizabeth Thompson, a native of Clinton County, born Nov. 6, 1857, and the daughter of Wiley and Levina (McCuene) Thompson, the former a native of Kentucky, and the latter of Indiana. Mr. Thompson was a pioneer settler of Clinton County and a successful farmer. He owned 160 acres of land. Mr. and Mrs. Thompson were the parents of the following children: William, farmer, Polo; Mrs. Crawford; Joseph, farmer, Hamilton; Mary, deceased; Levilla, deceased, was the wife of Charles Fowler; and Ethel, deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Crawford were the parents of one child, William A., born Oct. 25, 1898, farmer, Caldwell County. He married Fern Rigdon, and they have two children: Ralph Oliver, born in 1917; and William, born in 1922.
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Mr. Crawford was a Democrat and a member of the Catholic Church. He was an industrious citizen, earnest and sincere. Mr. Crawford merited the high regard in which he was held by the community.
S. F. Farrar, cashier of the Bank of Braymer, is a well-known citizen of Caldwell County. He was born Nov. 28, 1862, in Rutland County, Ver- mont, the son of David and Esther M. (Smith) Farrar.
David Farrar was a native of Bennington County, Vermont, born Feb. 9, 1825, and his wife was born in the same county of Vermont. Mr. Farrar was a successful farmer and dairyman. He owned 120 acres of land. He was a Republican and a member of the Congregational Church. Mr. Farrar died May 1, 1901, and his wife died March 3, 1902. They are buried in Metowe Cemetery, Granville, N. Y. Mr. and Mrs. Farrar were the parents of six children, as follows: Albert, deceased; infant son, deceased; Jason W., living in Miami, Fla .; S. F., the subject of this sketch ; Charles H., farmer, living on the home place; and Stella, the wife of Frank Kibling, farmer, Granville, N. Y.
S. F. Farrar was educated in the district schools and also attended business college. He began life farming with his father, where he re- mained until he was 21 years of age. He then was employed in a collar and cuff factory in Troy, N. Y., for four years, and entered the banking business in 1888. At that time he was appointed cashier of the Bank of Braymer, which position he now holds. Mr. Farrar has been a capable and efficient officer of the bank throughout his long term of service. He is also a director in the bank.
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