THE September 2018 Masonic Messenger Freedom • Integrity • Tolerance Faith • Hope • Charity Greetings from the East Brothers, it is my great honor to serve as Grand Mas- Although providing only a fraction of my story, I wanted all to know how ter, and it is one more step towards paying off a great much Masonry means to me. I truly love our noble Craft and those in it. My debt I have to Masonry. life has been changed forever. It deeply saddens me when I see Brothers in dis- Roughly eight months before I became a Mason, I agreement, and restores my faith when I see Civility and Brotherhood prevail. had an intra-cerebral hemorrhage. I wasn’t expected to I don’t view our Craft as a fraternity, but rather as a family and true Broth- survive, and if I did, I was supposed to be permanently erhood. Like all families we have squabbles, hurt feelings, and things better disabled. I did survive and although I do have some left unsaid. Having a long memory for grievances is a detriment to resolution. lingering effects, I truly won the lottery of life. Upon Forgive and forget is the path forward, wipe the slate clean and move ahead returning home from the hospital it took three months unified. Everyone is aware of the current turmoil we face, and I am committed to be able to function again. That event changed my life to a restoration of peace and harmony. This is my goal, and my promise to the and I made a promise to myself that if I wanted to do Craft. something, I did it. May peace within the Craft prevail, and Brotherly love unite and cement us. Five months later, I was raised as a Master Mason. I went to every meeting, Fraternally, every degree I could attend, and followed along diligently in the Blue Book DaNiel D. Wood putting words to cypher and relearning critical thinking skills. Many Brothers Grand Master of Masons assisted me, knowingly and unknowingly. This is my debt. A.F. & A.M. of South Dakota Greetings from the Deputy Brethren, the Grand Lodge were not voting initiated Service Awards for 5, 15, 25, ference on Masonic Education and as we proceed members or key leaders within their 35, and 45 years of service and up- the Conference of Grand Masters of into this new Lodge but see the opportunity to be- dated the Longevity Awards for 50, Masons in North America. Masonic year, come involved and grow as a Mason. 60 and 70 year recipients; continuing Your South Dakota Grand Lodge it gives me Over the past two years your Grand to provide Civility Awards for de- will be hosting the 2019 Confer- great pleasure Lodge Officers have programmed serving people in our communities; ence of Grand Masters of Masons in to serve as improvements by updating the continuing to provide our Leader- North America on 16-19 February your Deputy Grand Lodge Strategic Plan, its ship Seminar and District Master at the Ramkota in Rapid City. We Grand Master. Mission and Goals; initiated New Training annually; assist with Lodge are looking for Brethren to volun- Your Elected Dues Cards that can be utilized to Assistance Teams to any Lodge that teer in assist in making this the best Grand Lodge verify if a member is in good stand- requests assistance; continue to work conference ever and to also par- Line is busy working hard to im- ing; initiated Our Lodge Page with on getting our artifacts and treasures ticipate where they can. There are prove in South Da- a website and mobile apps for every adequately preserved and displayed; some great activities you should get kota. Lodge; started using email blasts and providing exceptional events for our involved with during this Once-in- As I review all the programs robo-calls to get the word directly Brethren (i.e. Mt. Rushmore Cel- a-Lifetime Event. More details are we have put in place to move our to everyone that has a good email or ebration, Oklahoma Degree Team); available in this Masonic Messenger fraternity forward, I am struck by phone number in MORI; provided look for excellent programs that can and by contacting the Grand Lodge the many young Masons who are Path to Brotherhood folders to all benefit the Craft in our jurisdiction; Office. welcoming these changes and new Lodges with examples to assist them all the while we are representing Again, it is a pleasure serving the challenges but at the same time we in accomplishing many tasks as well your South Dakota Jurisdiction at Brethren of the Craft of this Masonic have others who are resistant to as welcoming a new Brother; provid- neighboring Grand Lodge Commu- Fraternity. change. Many in attendance at our ed New Member Packets to Brothers nications, the Midwest Conference of Harold D. Ireland recent Annual Communication of once raised and entered into MORI; Grand Lodges, the Midwest Con- Deputy Grand Master 2 • Masonic Messenger September 2018 District Master Training to be held September 7 in Pierre District Master Training: Your Grand Lodge next year. This session will provide an opportunity ficers. will be holding its training for New and Current to get your questions answered and share what is DMs are encouraged to stay over for the District Masters (DM) on September 7 at the working in your district. Leadership Training on September 8 if they can Ramkota Hotel and Conference Center at 920 District Masters are the Grand Lodge Repre- attend. Call the Ramkota for rooms by 8 August West Sioux Avenue in Pierre, SD. sentatives to the Lodges and we want everyone to to ensure you can get a room at discounted rate This training will begin at 11:00 and end around assist in getting this year off and running with the of $99.00, and be sure to mention this is for the 4:30, providing information on the DM duties, most positive outlook possible. District Master at- Grand Masons Leader Training. requirements and responsibilities, the District tendance is expected and encouraged so they can See you at Pierre! Teams, protocol, support to the Constituent receive the flow of information and schedule their Harold D. Ireland Lodges, and the Grand Lodge Programs for the District Meetings with Grand Lodge Regional Of- Deputy Grand Master Leadership Training to be held September 8 in Pierre Grand Lodge of South Dakota is Steps to Initiation, the Lodge Lead- to make new friends and see old the Grand Masons Leader Training sponsoring Leadership Training on er’s Planning Guide, Meeting Man- ones, and leave with a plan to make to get this rate. Rooms will be held September 8 at the Ramkota Hotel agement, preparing for your year your Lodge a cut above the ordinary.” until August 8. Make your reserva- and Conference Center at 920 West as Master of your Lodge, and much This training is geared for the tion by calling 605-224-6877 to get Sioux Avenue in Pierre, SD. more. Lodge Leaders but anyone is wel- discounted rate. Registration will begin at 8:30 Our special Guest Presenter come to attend. A block of rooms Hope to see you all in Pierre! and Training starts at 9:00. We will is MWB Robert Conley, PGM of has been reserved at Ramkota for Harold D. Ireland be providing knowledge on the Six Michigan. “Join us for fun, a chance $99.00 plus tax. Be sure to mention Deputy Grand Master

How can I be a more effective Lodge leader? How can we attract better quality candidates? How can I provide a quality program my year? How can I get more members to attend? How can we make our Lodge the best it can be?

Join us at the Ramkota in Pierre September 7 & 8 and find the answers to these questions and more.

MWB Bob Conley will again be our keynote presenter and will cover “Six Steps to Initiation”, Candidate Mentoring and much more.

Cost for this fantastic training is only $45.00 and covers registration, all training materials and lunch on Saturday.

Registration forms can be found at: mygrandlodge.org. (print the form and mail it in). Please call Kari at the Grand Lodge office (605-332-2051) if you need assistance.

GRAND LODGE OF SD Six Steps to Initiation A block of rooms has been reserved at Ramkota for $99.00 GRAND LODGE OF SD Mentoring plus tax. Be sure to mention the Grand Masons Leader LEADERSHIP TRAINING Lodge Planning Guide Training to get this rate. Rooms will be held until August 8. Member Retention Make your reservation by calling 605-224-6877 or LEADERSHIP TRAINING Striving for Excellence [email protected]. Protect the Franchise 7 & 8 September 2018 Have Fun This year’s training promises to be great and we will be RAMKOTA7 & Hotel8 September & Conference 2018 Center Renew Old Friendships done in time Friday night to socialize, and we will have you done in time on Saturday to get home that night. “If not me, Who?” RAMKOTA Hotel & Conference Center 920 W. Sioux Ave, Pierre, SD “If not now, When?” “Join us for fun, a chance to make new friends and 920 W. Sioux Ave, Pierre, SD see old ones and maybe, just maybe, leave with a LEARN TO BE A BETTER LEADER plan to make your Lodge a cut above the ordinary.” LEARN TO BE A BETTER LEADER September 2018 Masonic Messenger • 3

LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FORM From the WITH MWB, ROBERT CONLEY. PGM MICHIGAN 7 & 8 September 2018 Archives All events will be held at the Ramkota Conference Center, Pierre, SD. Here is news from past Masonic activities in For room reservations, call 605-224-6877 or South Dakota … [email protected] ask for Grand Masons block of rooms for discounted rate.

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2018-19 Grand Lodge Officers At the 144th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of South Dakota, the following officers were installed to govern the Craft for the ensuing Masonic year: DaNiel Wood, Grand Master; Harold Ireland, Deputy Grand Master/Grand Master Elect; Richard Hagler Jr., Senior Grand Warden; Jason Swindler, Junior Grand Warden; Terry Knutson, Grand Treasurer-Secretary; John McKnight, Grand Chaplain; Kendig Bergstresser II, Grand Orator; Bryant Stokes, Grand Marshal; Jeffrey VanCuren, Senior Grand Deacon; Aaron Zahn, Junior Grand Deacon; Dane Bloch, Senior Grand Steward; Stephen Butterfield, Junior Grand Steward; Arlon Gill, Grand Standard Bearer; Roger Hansen, Grand Sword Bearer; David Wheeler, Grand Pursuivant; Justin Stanek, Grand Historian; James Frey, Grand Musician; Ardel Reder, Grand Tyler; Don Humes, Representative for the Grand Master. Elected to serve the Craft were WB Douglas Papendick, WB Robert Tesch Jr., WB Glendon Rice, and WB Herbert Cook as Trustees, and WB Jason Glodt and WB Scot Mannschreck on the Jurisprudence Committee. A complete list of Officers and Committees can be found on the Grand Lodge of South Dakota website at www.mygrandlodge.org. Pictured from left to right, front row: RWB Jason Swindler, JGW; RWB Terry Knutson, GTS; MWB DaNiel Wood, GM; RWB Harold Ireland, DGM/GME; RWB Richard Hagler Jr., SGW. Second Row: WB Stephen Butterfield, JGS; WB James Frey, Grand Musician; Br. Don Humes, Representative for the GM; WB Arlon Gill, Gr. Standard Bearer; WB Aaron Zahn, JGD; WB Dane Bloch, SGS; WB Ardel Reder, Gr. Tyler; WB John McKnight, Gr. Chaplain; WB Roger Hansen, Gr. Sword Bearer; WB Jeffrey VanCuren, SGD; WB Kendig Bergstresser II, Gr. Orator; WB Bryant Stokes, Gr. Marshal; WB Justin Stanek, Gr. Historian. Not pictured: WB David Wheeler, Gr. Pursuivant. Tidings from the Desk of the Grand Treasurer-Secretary Albert Einstein is credited with saying we practice, that we will never truly achieve perfection New Office Manager “Insanity is doing the same thing over and we perform, in this life. Only our spiritual transition to After an arduous yet fruitful search, I over again and expecting different results.” we practice that house not made with hands will bring am pleased to announce that Kari Muller I follow that up by saying “here I am in my some more. us to that state. But that should never has taken the position as the new Office second year as Grand Treasurer-Secretary.” Each of those prevent us from striving to be better than Manager of the Grand Lodge Office in I may try to reassure myself that these two repetitions is we were before, to strive toward perfec- Sioux Falls. She is replacing Gwen Olson sentences are placed together purely by co- INTENDED to tion. After all, if we cannot live by our own who retired at the end of June. incidence, but I know the true answer may bring differ- precepts, how will we convince others that Kari has quickly acclimated to the differ slightly. ent results, it they should even try. workings of the Grand Lodge Office and Having said that, I will argue that when brings im- Safe travels Brothers! we are very pleased to have her on board. doing something of importance, repeat- provement. Even when things go well, we If you get an opportunity, please take a ing it SHOULD bring different results. can always do better. minute to introduce yourself. Whether it is a part in a Degree, a leader- Masonry teaches us that we should Respectfully submitted, ship position, or whatever the case may always strive to improve ourselves, to Terry Knutson be, whenever we take on a new challenge, strive for perfection. We fully understand Grand Treasurer-Secretary September 2018 Masonic Messenger • 5 AWARDS & INSTALLATIONS

50-year pin Richard Phillips received his 50 year pin at the Hi-12 luncheon. Pictured are Doug Bjorke, Richard and Helen Phillips. There were 12 people in attendance with Helen performing the pinning ceremony. 50-year pin Bro Rodney Hall was awarded a 50 year pin and pocket certificate on August 1, 2018. Keith Reierson, Grand Secretary - Grand Lodge of Minnesota, made the presentation at the Min- nesota Masonic Heritage Center.

Brookings Lodge #24 installation New Brothers raised in Sioux Falls Left to right, front row: Bro Ben Smith, Sr Deacon; WB Dusty Roed, Sr Warden; WM Jeff Jung, New Brothers were raised on April 28 in Sioux Falls. They are: from Unity Lodge #130 – Worshipful Master; WB Bruce Bleakley, Jr Warden; Bro Jim Pepperworth, Junior Steward; WB Nick Vaernhoej, Nicholas Fiegen, Sheldon Haas, George Hendrickson, Rice King, Colin McKen- Terry Spitzenberger, Chaplain; Back Row WB Mike Hart, Trustee; WB Mike Ehlers, Treasurer; zie, Andrew Purintun, Richard Reid, Ray Whitmore, pictured with WM Dan Nace; from Trinity Bro Allan Jones, Secretary; WB Gary Christie, Senior Steward. Officers not pictured: WB Mike Lodge #200 – Mark Johnson, Neil Hlebichuk, Clay Wittmeier, Ryan McCain, Brian Mesch, McCann, Marshal; Bro Eric Lee, Junior Deacon; Bro Jeff Pinkava, Tyler. Wade Carman, Scott Nepp, and Douglas English. 6 • Masonic Messenger September 2018 September 2018 Masonic Messenger • 7 8 • Masonic Messenger September 2018 Help restore the Washington Masonic National Memorial The George Washington Masonic National Memorial stands as the most distinguished monument to Washington ever build by a private organization. Erected in the 1920s and 30s, it soars 333 feet as a beacon of Light and knowledge, educating and inspiring all who visit it. Recognized in 2015 as a National Historic Landmark, the Memorial is one of the most impressive and iconic buildings in the area around our nation’s capital. Our new fundraising endeavor, The Landmark Century Campaign, aims to support a thorough restora- tion of the Memorial. And you can help! Programs & Purpose Today, the Memorial is a museum like no other in the world. Everything we do revolves around our vision: “to inspire humanity through education to emulate and promote the virtues, character and vision of George Washington, the Man, the Mason, and Fa- ther of our Country.” Open seven days a week, the Memorial offers detailed exhibits and guided tours that teach the general public about George Washington, his life and virtues, and the role that Freemasonry played throughout his life. Further, the Memorial is an important space for the performing arts, social gatherings, public events, and educational seminars. And, of course, it is an active Ma- sonic temple, housing two Craft lodges and regularly hosting visit- ing lodges from around the country. The Memorial is a central hub connecting Masons to one another, and connecting the Craft to the public, our nation, and our world. Restoration & Improvement For the past decade, the Memorial Association has devoted tre- mendous energy and resources to the renovation of the Memorial. Major exhibits have been added. Interiors have been repaired and repainted. Lighting has been updated. But the most considerable work is the top-to-bottom restoration of the building itself – the first such renovation since the Memorial was completed nearly a century ago. Beginning at the Memorial’s pyramid level, we have begun a The Memorial’s Exterior. After completing major renovation of the pyramid level, ninth floor Observation Deck, and eighth floor Chapel, we will be di- multi-year project to perform all needed structural repairs. Stone by stone, recting our attention downward, performing needed exterior restoration on we are repointing the mortar and protecting the building from water pen- the seventh, sixth, and fifth floors. etration. When completed, the building will be in better than new condi- The Memorial’s Interior. We will continue to restore and enhance the tion. Your generous help is essential in reaching that goal. inside of the Memorial. A major project about to begin is the restoration of A Landmark Century As a National Historic Landmark, the George Washington Masonic Na- the large murals in Memorial Hall. Painted by the renowned artist, Bro. Al- tional Memorial prepares to move into its second century. A few years from lyn Cox, these images of George Washington celebrating Saint John’s Day in now, in 2023, the Memorial will celebrate the centennial anniversary of the 1778 and laying the cornerstone of the United States Capitol in 1793 require laying of its cornerstone. By focusing our restoration efforts on completion conservation in order to be available for future generations. by 2023, we seek to honor both the past and the future. By becoming part of The Memorial’s Grounds. The long-planned granite cladding will be added our Landmark Century Campaign, you can provide the support so essential to the pylons in front of the Memorial. Another important change will be the to that success. addition of a new, direct sidewalk through the plaza at street level. Originally Current & Upcoming Work specified in the 1920s by landscape architect Bro. Carl Rust Parker, the side- In the next two years, our projects include major repairs and important walk will better connect the Memorial to the city of Alexandria, promoting enhancements: Continued on next page September 2018 Masonic Messenger • 9 The history of the Washington Masonic National Memorial The George Washington Ma- sons faithfully contributed to the ing legacy and Freemasonry’s role in Code. Donations are tax-deductible sonic National Memorial, located construction of the Memorial. On American life. to the full extent of the law. in Alexandria, Virginia, is a memo- May 12, 1932, the bicentennial year This is made possible by the Submitted by Shawn Eyer, rial and museum, an active Masonic of George Washington’s birth, the generous support of the Memorial GWMNM temple, a research library, a cultural dedication ceremony of the Memo- Association’s community of donors: space, a community and perform- rial took place. President Herbert individuals, lodges, Grand Lodges, ing arts center, and an important Hoover participated in the solemnity. and other Masonic organizations regional landmark. This magnificent Work on the interior of the Memorial who value the Memorial’s work and nine-story neoclassical structure has slowed down considerably during the provide contributions toward it. To been erected and maintained by the Great Depression and World War II, date, 31 Grand Lodges participate in Freemasons of the United States as but after the allied victory American the $1 Per Member program, provid- an expression of the high esteem in Freemasons again returned their fo- ing $1 (or more) per member per which the memory of George Wash- cus to the Memorial and its comple- year to the Memorial’s operation. ington is held within the Masonic tion. Other ways to support the Memo- fraternity, and to preserve the history Major improvements took place rial include the Landmark Century and heritage of American Freema- during the 1950s and 1960, includ- Campaign, the George Washington sonry. ing the installation of the statue of Memorial Society, the Society of History of the Memorial George Washington (funded by the Washington Lodges, and the Dedi- On February 22, 1910, representa- Order of DeMolay), the execution catory Tree Program. The George tives from twenty-six Grand Lodges of beautiful murals throughout the Washington Masonic National gathered in Alexandria, Virginia, building by Allyn Cox, and the estab- Memorial Association, Inc. is a non- for the purpose of forming an Asso- lishment of numerous galleries and profit organization under Section ciation to plan and build “a suitable exhibits. In 1999, the large Square 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Memorial Temple to George Wash- and Compasses emblem was added ington, the Mason.” On that day the to the front lawn, a visible sign to the Monument/from previous page George Washington Masonic Nation- Masonic nature of the Memorial. increased tourism and greater awareness of the Memorial and its programs, al Memorial Association was formed. The Memorial Today as well as improving public safety at the intersection. Ten years after the first official meet- In 2015, the National Park Service Society of Washington Lodges – $2,500.00 ing of the Association, the concept named the Memorial a National His- Member Lodges will be those regular Lodges recognized by the Grand of a colossal building as a Memorial toric Landmark, in recognition that Lodges of the United States who are committed to supporting the Memorial “lighthouse” to Washington was ap- it is “the only major unified, fully and who make a one-time donation of $2,500.00. The Member Lodges will proved by the Grand Lodges of the national initiative of the Freemasons receive a portrait of Washington with a plaque attesting their membership in United States. and among the boldest attempts by a the Society. American Freemasons actively private organization to memorialize The Lodge will receive specially-commissioned Society of Washington supported the endeavor through a George Washington.” The mission of Lodges jewels and lapel pins for the Officers of the Lodge. Individual Masons nationwide fundraising initiative, the Memorial is to inspire humanity belonging in good standing to Lodges that are Members of the Society may and ground was broken in 1922. A through education to emulate and also purchase the specially-produced jewels and lapel pins. year later, on November 1, 1923, the promote the virtues, character, and The Member Lodges of the Society will be listed on the Memorial’s website Memorial’s cornerstone was dedicat- vision of George Washington, the and in a plaque outside the Replica Lodge Room at the Memorial. ed in a Masonic ceremony. President Man, the Mason, and Father of our Dedicate a Tree Calvin Coolidge, former President Country. Having a tree planted on the grounds of the George Washington Masonic and Chief Justice William H. Taft, Today, the Memorial is open 9 National Memorial is an excellent way to honor an important individual in and numerous other dignitaries per- a.m. to 5 p.m., seven days a week your life. And it’s also a great way to express thanks to an organization, such formed the ceremony before a crowd (excluding major holidays). Five as a Lodge or Chapter. of thousands of Freemasons from public tours are offered daily, giving For a donation of $750, the tree will be cared for in perpetuity, and a hand- around the nation. all visitors an opportunity to learn some stone marker placed near the tree will communicate your dedication. Over the next decade, Freema- about George Washington’s endur- Sponsor a tree today! 10 • Masonic Messenger September 2018 Notes from the Junior Grand Warden I would like to thank you all for the opportunity to encourage and welcome communication from all Masons in South Dakota. serve as your Junior Grand Warden for the ensuing My contact information will be available and I hope to hear from you. Masonic year. As an elected officer I believe I have an During the Sturgis Rally I had the opportunity to attend the Widows Sons obligation to act in the best interest of all Masons in Council meeting and act as the Grand Master’s Representative on the WS South Dakota. I have been working hard to open lines Board. It was a productive meeting and I look forward to great things coming of communication with several Brothers throughout out of this group of Masons. Proud to wear my Widows Sons Masonic Riders the State. Association vest whenever I ride. In order for me to be an effective leader I need I also had the honor of attending the Installation of Officers at Resurgam counsel, ideas and concerns from as many SD Masons Lodge on August 14th in Mitchell. The event was well attended and it was as possible. Please remember I am working for all of great to see so many family members there. Without our family we would not you even if my thoughts and ideas are different from be able to do what we do as Masons. yours. This is what makes our Fraternity great. We can meet on the Level, I look forward to working arm-in-arm with each and every one of you this have civil conversations, compromise if need be and leave knowing our Work year. Remember our communities and friends and family on social media means something. notice Masonic symbols wherever they may see them. Promote our Craft I have been asked many tough questions from concerned Brothers and positively every day. past and current Line Officers. I have tried to answer them to the best of my Jason D Swindler ability. I have the best interest of the Craft in mind each and every time. I Junior Grand Warden

National Night Out Watertown’s Concord Lodge #13 held a SD Child ID event on August 7, 2018 at the Watertown Police Station as part of the National Night Out Campaign. National Night Out is an annual community-police awareness-raising event. In addition to the SD Child ID event held inside the police station, a variety of vendors were set up outside providing fun and games for the kids. With the help of twelve Brother Masons and eight Lady volunteers, as well as two De- Molay members, 83 children were processed. Additional thanks to Brother Larry Clark of Elk Point Lodge #3 and his lady for getting things set up. (Bill Neale & Marv Stavig, Coordinators)

Happy retirement! Gwen Olson, Office Manager, was honored for her service to the Grand Lodge of South Dako- ta at the public opening of the 144th Annual Communication. Gwen has retired after 4 years of service. The Brethren of South Dakota appreciate her service, and she will be missed. Gwen was presented with a plaque and roses honoring her retirement. She is pictured above with Right Worshipful Brother DaNiel Wood and Most Worshipful Brother Yancey Smith. September 2018 Masonic Messenger • 11 Philip Masonic Rascal Rodeo The annual Philip Masonic Rascal Rodeo for youth up to age 14 was Aug. 4 at the Philip Roping Arena. Philip #153 put on the fun event. The entries were divided into four age groups: six years old and younger, seven through nine, 10- through 12, and 13-14 year olds. The fun for all did not necessarily require a horse. Depending on the num- ber of entries, possible events included a goat ribbon race (no horse needed), goat tying, barrel racing, mutton busting and steer riding, breakaway roping, flag race, pole bending, and adult and rascal team roping. In the top photo at left, The Four Rivers Club, a unit of NAJA Shriners, gave away a boy’s bicycle and a girl’s bicycle, including safety helmets, during the Masonic Rascal Rodeo. Shown with the lucky winners are local Shriners, Scott Pinney (left) and T.J. Gabriel. In the bottom photo at left, “no guts, no glory.” This youngster was not going to hold back in the pole bending event. If the time is good enough, a dropped pole may not hurt that badly. Below, contrary to the old saying of being on a high horse, this tyke and his comparatively tall mount handled the pole bending event with ease at the Masonic Rascal Rodeo. 12 • Masonic Messenger September 2018

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