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With challenges ahead, pets offer a great way to decrease stress and anxiety. Pets are great companions. They give their owners company and a sense of security that can be especially valuable for those in later life and living alone. Pets also help us stay socially connected and foster better mental health. Aside from reducing depression from loneliness, they can also act as a great motivator for exercise and help your kids grow up more secure.

Marketplace is about promoting the great businesses in our community and highlighting their accomplishments. In this month’s issue, we celebrate the work of Allentown Animal Clinic—a healing force for ailing pets (and their owners) since the 1980s. Today, the clinic’s five doctors treat the full spectrum of dogs and cats, as well as more exotic animals.

In these unprecedented times, we also celebrate our community. As we work together to stay healthy and get our economy back up and running over the coming months, be conscious of supporting local business owners and restaurants. If your yard needs landscaping, you can still get the plans started now. If you’re sick of cooking and are craving something different, order curbside pickup or delivery if it’s offered. If it’s not, call your favorite restaurant and buy a gift card today!

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This month's cover and "Making a Difference" department features the beloved pets of Marketplace employees. April is The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month, and on page 44, we're dishing out extra ways to love your furry friends. For one of our favorite places to seek passionate, comprehensive pet care, check out the Allentown Animal Clinic on page 18.

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ust south of Hellertown in northern Bucks County where Routes 412 and 212 converge lies the small, quiet village of Springtown, where sturdy pre-Revolutionary War through 19thcentury structures, barns, and outbuildings present tangible reminders of its agrarian, independent past.

Designated as a National Historic District in 2007, Springtown has about 30 extant structures that date from 1739 to the late 1800s. If you spend time with Scott Strock, a Springtown native whose family’s roots go back to its earliest beginnings, you’ll discover a great deal about this scenic village.

Strock and his wife, Diane, also born and raised in Springtown, now live in western New York State. But Springtown, nestled against the south slope of a range of hills that define the boundary between Bucks and Northampton counties, is never far from their thoughts as they visit their ancestral home regularly.

“When the time comes, Diane and I will be buried in the Springtown Cemetery, and I will be the fifth consecutive generation buried there, dating back to the very beginning of that cemetery in 1873,” he says. “Our ancestry in the Bucks/Northampton area goes back well before that. Diane and I have 29 direct ancestors who are considered Revolutionary War soldiers, and we had some notable ancestors in surrounding counties even before that.”

Raised in a home at Church and Center streets in town, not far from the historic early-19thcentury Eakin farm where his father grew strawberries, tomatoes, and other truck crops, Strock can trace his ancestry back to those who built or owned about five of the buildings that are part of the Springtown Historic District.

They include the former White Horse Tavern, Kookert’s Tavern, and the Mansion House, built by Conrad Hess (1745-1832), a fifth greatgrandfather of both Scott and Diane Strock.

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stores, blacksmith, coach maker, a newspaper and later even two car dealers,” Strock says.

“Now it is mostly a bedroom community like everywhere with just a few services. Like most of southeastern Pennsylvania, although settled by the British, Pennsylvania Germans overwhelmed the area prior to the Revolutionary War. I’ve found that most everyone who is descended from any of those early Pennsylvania Germans are at least distant cousins.”

Strock has vivid memories of his boyhood days in Springtown, riding his bike through the countryside, and never worrying much about anything. “It was still rural. We never locked any doors,” he recalls. “You just didn’t think twice about doing that. Now you learn to appreciate those days and realize how unusual it was.”

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Abundant fresh water springs that gave the village its name flow into Silver Creek, supported early settlement and led to industries such as a tannery and fish hatcheries. Strock says residents would not hesitate to fill containers of fresh, cool drinking water from springs that

would never run dry, even in the hardest of droughts. “It was crystal clear and pure,” he says.

For a taste of Springtown’s past, the Springtown Inn, 3258 Main St., allows guests to step back in time while enjoying a first-class menu and hospitality. A former stagecoach stop built in 1830, the inn maintains much of its original charm—hardwood floors, stone walls and stained glass, two working fireplaces, and historic photographs over the bar.

Following in the footsteps of a long lineage of owners, Bobbie Gianguzzi, inn manager and a veteran of the restaurant business, and Carol and Douglas Tweed, became the owners of the inn in December 2018.

“We wanted to keep it a restaurant in the country and maintain the quality and everything about it,” Carol Tweed says.

“We’re not a chain restaurant,” Gianguzzi quickly adds.

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TRAVEL TO THE PAST WITH DIANE AND SCOTT STROCK Originally scheduled for April, but now postponed to October 18 at 2 p.m, Springfield Township Historical Society’s Church School, at 2165 Route 212 in Pleasant Valley (GPS Coopersburg) Diane and Scott will discuss Springtown genealogy as part of the Springfield Township Historical Society’s program schedule. The event is free. This program will be chock full of fascinating information, thoroughly prepared by a couple who have a passion for family history and Springtown.

In addition to the regular menu, the weekly schedule includes a buffet every Monday night, steak night on Thursday, a happy hour on Monday, Thursday and Friday, and Seafood Sundays. Steaks are the specialty. When asked what they’d recommend most from the menu, Filet Mignon Oscar topped the list.

“It’s just delicious and tender and you get the crab meat with a chef-made hollandaise sauce with grilled asparagus and potato croquettes,” Gianguzzi says enthusiastically.

Beyond the menu, the inn owners offer hometown hospitality, always striving to make connections. “We try to get to know each of our customers, what they drink and what they like to eat,” Tweed says. “They’re not a number. They’re part of our family and part of what makes Springtown special.”

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After dinner at the Springtown Inn, guests can take in the sights of the village’s bygone era.

“When you lived in Springtown as a kid, you didn’t appreciate it, you just took it all for granted,” Strock says. “But the history is all around you.”

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any people refer to their pets as “fur babies” with good reason: just as with human children, pet owners are responsible for everything their pets need, including medical care when necessary. The staff at Allentown Animal Clinic (AAC) has been a healing force for ailing pets since the 1980s.

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Dr. Debra Schoenberger opened the practice in the basement of a dental office in the 2800 block of Walbert Ave., near the clinic’s current location. “Dr. Schoenberger operated it on her own for years,” recalled Dr. Judy Rutkowski, DVM, lead veterinarian at AAC. “As her business grew, she hired me as her first associate. Just a year later, she retired, and I bought the practice.” The clinic moved to its present location at 2640 Walbert Ave. in 1994.

Today, the Allentown Animal Clinic’s five doctors treat the full spectrum of dogs and cats, as well as more exotic animals. “That group includes snakes, lizards, guinea pigs, rabbits—we even saw some pot-bellied pigs during that fad. Those are unusual animals for this area,” she said. (But owners of sick pet fish must go elsewhere.)

Rutkowski relies on a staff of about 25 to keep things running smoothly, and the lineup includes veterinarians, licensed veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, and a coterie of customer service reps, kennel personnel, and other support staff. Because of the clinic’s long hours (8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday) the staff rotates through various shifts.

“Basically, everything that a physician can do for humans, we can do for pets,” Rutkowski said. And a pet’s medical care can be practically as complex as our own. The staff at Allentown Animal Clinic is trained in such areas as internal medicine, surgery, cardiology, dermatology, fracture repair, and diabetes management, among others. But, just as your own family physician would do, if your pet’s needs exceed AAC’s capabilities, the clinic will refer you to a specialist.

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As your pet grows and ages, its medical needs will change too, and Allentown Animal Clinic is ready for them. Some of its general services include: • Full-service dental care, including ultrasonic cleaning, extractions, flap surgeries, and digital dental x-rays. “Many pets have dental problems,” Rutkowski said, “but they have no voice to complain, and so their owners may be unaware of the conditions.” An infection in the mouth or a tooth could easily enter the pet’s bloodstream and spread throughout the body.

• Digital pet radiology, which allows medical staff to view images of a pet’s organs that would be unattainable without invasive methods.

• A well-stocked pharmacy, for on-the-spot provision of flea, tick, and heartworm preventatives, as well as antibiotics and other medications that promote a pet’s health and well-being.

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Just as with humans, a little “routine maintenance” on our pets can help avoid serious future consequences. “So many things are preventable through regular care,” she said.

“There are vaccines for distemper, herpes virus, and rabies. Taking steps to prevent fleas and ticks can help avoid Lyme and other diseases

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spread by those pests. Proper nutrition, weight control and screening blood work are other ways to help pets stay healthy.”

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Our furry friends face other challenges, too, such as getting lost or being stolen. The American Humane Association estimates that over 10 million dogs and cats disappear each year. Microchipping at AAC is a safe and effective way of identifying your pet in such circumstances. The tiny devices, which are placed under the skin, contain your contact information and can increase the chances of your pet’s return.

But regardless of the love and care you’ve provided, age, diseases, or injuries can devastate a pet’s quality of life; many times, euthanasia is the only humane solution to your pet's suffering. AAC can help guide you through each step of this difficult process.

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In addition, Allentown Animal Clinic provides many services to local animal rescue groups, including Outcast Rescue, Delaware Valley Golden Retriever Rescue, and Peaceable Kingdom.

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“We hold fundraisers for them, and collect needed items like food, beds, and toys,” said Susan Young, practice administrator. “The clinic also provides pre-adoption medical services at discounted rates, which are paid from the adoption fee.”

In our efforts to keep our companion animals healthy, asking “Dr. Google” for advice can be appealing. But that’s not always the best approach. “Misinformation is so prevalent,” Rutkowski said, “and it’s difficult for people to wade through it as they search for facts. It can be dangerous to listen to unknown sources.

Instead, develop a good relationship with a trusted medical professional. That’s how you’ll get accurate advice.”

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Clean your refrigerator’s condenser coils.

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Deodorize the dishwasher. Your dishwasher needs periodic cleaning so it will continue to perform well and do its job. Be sure you clean the filter (usually located on the bottom inside the tub), too. Check the aisle where you buy dishwasher detergent for some easy-to-use dishwasher cleaners and deodorizers.

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IN THE BATHROOM AND LAUNDRY ROOM Clean bathroom exhaust fans twice a year.

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Sweep the chimney. If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it’s important to have it inspected at least once a year. Smoke can leave behind ash and carbon deposits, called creosote, and this needs to be removed periodically because it can lead to chimney fires and carbon monoxide leaks.

Inspect trees and limbs near your home. If you have trees close to your home, you’ll want to hire a professional arborist to do an annual sweep of your property. These specialists can identify early signs of disease or rotting. Then, follow the arborist’s advice on what foliage to trim or cut down.

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he English language often applies the same name to several unrelated things. For example, your dog will “bark”; a tree is covered with “bark”; and, if you’re not careful, you may “bark” your shin on a low table.

And when you hear the term “halfway house,” you might immediately think of a facility that helps people with physical, mental, and emotional disabilities or criminal backgrounds prepare for independent and productive lives.

So when you hear that the oldest halfway house in the United States is situated on the golf course at Brookside Country Club, it’ll grab your attention, at the very least.

But in golfers’ parlance, a “halfway house” is usually a little structure located around the 9th or 10th hole of a course; it offers players a chance to grab a snack or drink, or take a quick time-out during a round.

In Brookside’s case, it’s a stone building that dates to the 1830s. And a little bit of history will put it into context.

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Brookside Country Club traces its 1920s roots to Harold Witwer and Harold Jones, co-owners of the eponymous sporting goods store in downtown Allentown that closed in 1992.

They conceived of a country club that had a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, and the local community jumped on board. The club acquired 154 acres of land for its project in 1929, for $12,500, financed by the club itself.

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“The property was known as the Brookside Farm, one of several local farms owned by James Singmaster, who was a very wealthy Macungie businessman in the 1890s,” said Ted Parcel, a board member and the club’s operations chairman.

In November 1929, then-mayor of Allentown Malcolm Gross broke ground in an unusual way: chopping out a divot with a gold niblick (roughly equivalent to a modern 9-iron). Six months later, a nine-hole course was ready for play; by that October, Brookside boasted a full course as well as a swimming pool, tennis courts, 6,000 new trees, and other improvements. Meanwhile, the old stone building remained a quaint part of the landscape.

Modern-day club members often claimed that it was the oldest halfway house in the U. S., and Parcel started researching its history a year or so ago. “The Lower Macungie Historical Society examined it and confirmed that it was built during the 1830s. It was likely used as a summer house.

Those were usually built in cooler, shady areas or near creeks,” he said.

Its primary function, in Brookside’s early days, was housing for the club’s assistant pro and his wife, who cleaned the clubhouse, Parcel added.

It must have been a spartan existence for the couple; they used the clubhouse facilities (then located across Brookside Road) for eating and bathing, and there was no provision for heat, although a hole between the first and second floor indicates a coal or wood stove may have been added later.

Parcel estimates it was converted to its present use sometime in the 1950s or -60s, but it stayed true to its rustic roots. Step inside and you’ll see reclaimed barnsiding on one wall, accented with farmhouse-style décor; the others are covered with circa-1960s wood paneling. Its countertop

is a solid slab of cherry wood, complete with the original bark on the outside edges. The second floor is used mainly for storage, but the bathroom features an old sewing machine cabinet converted to a working sink.

Some newer resorts and clubs have quite elaborate refreshment facilities—the one at Silo Ridge Field Club, a gated community in New York, reportedly offers a sundae bar, venison jerky, cured duck, and a frozen margarita machine. “Some even have a food-service phone line on the course,” Parcel said. “You can call in your order and continue to play. It’ll be ready when you get there.”

Brookside’s offerings are far more modest— crackers, candy, beer/soft drinks, hot dogs, clubhouse-made sandwiches, and the like.

Certainly not fancy, but suited for grab’n’go purposes. Parcel estimates that about 70 percent of the club’s golfers stop there during a round, and the average visit lasts about five minutes.

Altogether, it’s a simple operation, one that’s more an amenity for members than a money-maker.

Its age notwithstanding, the stucco-covered stone building is an anomaly in itself. Parcel said, “Halfway houses were never that common. Some of our members are in the Golf Association of Philadelphia league, and play on older courses.

I asked them about halfway houses and learned that the few they’d heard of had been torn down.”

In fact, modern golf course design has obviated them. Old courses used the classic “front nine/back nine” design, but modern courses follow a sort of double-loop: their first nine holes begin and end at the clubhouse, as do the second nine.

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ith winter a distant memory and weather continuing to warm up, many in the Lehigh Valley will start itching to house hunt. But pump those brakes before driving curbside because we sat down with seasoned realtor, Carol Dorey of Carol C. Dorey Real Estate, Inc. in Springtown, to discuss home buying secrets that will make the process run smoothly. Whether you happen to be a first-time home buyer, or trade zip codes as frequently as Grey’s Anatomy has seasons, Dorey’s more than four decades of experience is knowledge worth sharing.

Marketplace: First, congratulations on 43 years in the real estate business, Carol. That’s very impressive.

Carol Dorey: Thank you. I really love what I do.

MP: So, let’s get started. What is the best time of year to purchase a home?

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MP: How important is realtor or real estate agency selection?

CD: It’s very important. Look for someone who has been in the business for awhile, is willing to listen, is available anytime, and an agent familiar with the neighborhood of interest. Agents need to advise on agreements of sale, contingency offers, and keep track of application dates.

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CD: 1. Prequalify with a bank to find out the price range you can consider and stick to that amount. There is nothing worse than having customers fall in love with houses only to find out they are out of reach.

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2. Go to 8, 10, or 12 open houses in that price range. By then, the buyer will have seen more homes in that range than the realtor and the agent can help with comps.

3. Always go to the home inspection. The inspector reviews important details that may have been missed at showings. If termites are found, for example, treatment arrangements can be made in advance of settlement.

4. Make a clean offer. The fewer things to negotiate, the better!

5. Always go to the home inspection—it’s worth repeating since many people just don’t go. For most, it’s the largest purchase they will ever make, so it only makes sense to check out the property before closing.

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CD: Yes. Look at houses that have been on the market for a long time (multiple years) as potential opportunities. Often, these homes just need updating or are priced too high.

MP: Have there been many changes to the real estate industry during your 43 years of experience?

CD: Oh, my goodness, yes! The biggest is the Internet. Before, we would get calls asking about proximity of power lines, neighbors, barking dogs, and now people can check Google Earth and get most of their answers.

Zillow, and similar sites, have helped the industry tremendously. Buyers can search any location, at any time of the day or night, and see photos of properties. They can even do a drive by to see if there is enough interest for a showing. Years ago, we had to rely on other realtors, or the MLS (multiple listing service) to find houses for clients. The Internet has helped us know our market better.

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CD: Yes. Don’t make ridiculously low offers on homes. It’s insulting to the sellers, and they tend to think poorly of you as a result. And always go to your home inspection! (Laughter)

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The Springtown Inn fairly glows with a heritage halo. Located in a picturesque village, the Springtown Hotel was constructed in 1830 and has remained in continuous operation through the present, albeit with periodic changes in hands (and a slight change in name) over nearly two centuries. Wide plank floors invite guests to tread across history, from the rustic bar and tavern to a tranquil main dining room accented by a stone archway and beamed ceiling. While the patina of time imparts an easygoing ambiance throughout the interior, an open-air deck behind the inn feeds modern dining sensibilities. And time-tested culinary traditions infuse the menu with agreeable familiarity.

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DOUGLAS TWEED, CAROL TWEED & BOBBIE GIANGUZZI

When the Springtown Inn transitioned to new ownership in late 2018, the move felt like a natural progression: Bobbie Gianguzzi and Carol Tweed, experienced restaurant professionals whose longtime employment at the inn had fully acquainted them with the culture and clientele, partnered with Tweed’s husband Douglas to form a partnership dedicated to providing an excellent dining experience. As the “quiet” partner, Douglas works behind the scenes to maintain the property while the distaff members keep the hospitality side humming. “Bobbie and I ‘eat, sleep and pray Springtown Inn’ 24/7,’” quips Carol.

cuisine label. “We’re old-fashioned,” Carol says. “This is a steak and seafood house.

But we do it with a twist that is appealing to the eye and delicious to the taste.” Indeed, signature bone-in prime rib of beef with a side of au jus, offered in a choice of three generous-to-colossal portions, has been a menu mainstay for 40 years. For extra indulgence, a 14-ounce cut included in their Thursday Steak Night features can be adorned with Alaskan snow crab legs. (Or go straight for a “heaping bunch” of these delectable legs on the Seafood Sunday Menu, specially priced three-course dinners with a choice of seven entrées.)

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The partners introduced a pair of classic filet mignons styles of preparation, Au Poivre and Oscar, along with a zesty Black & Blue Ribeye Steak—blackened and crusted in blue cheese. Entrées also include panseared versions of sustainable salmon and jumbo lump crab cakes, lobster tails and lobster pot pie, chicken breast dishes and

Although cross-cultural pops of flavor appear throughout the seasonally updated restaurant and casual tavern menus—from Shrimp Etouffe and Lobster Carbonara with homemade pasta to Goat Cheese Brûlée and Fried Avocado with sriracha aioli— Springtown Inn eschews a “New American” 40

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even meatless house-made wild mushroom gnocchi with truffle butter. Tradition takes the spotlight in the selection of appetizers, encompassing such favorites as Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, Crab au Gratin, and Clams Casino.

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On Mondays from 4:30 to 8 p.m., a buffet that changes weekly supplements the regular and Tavern menus. Seven hot entrées, salad, and dessert are dished up for the modest price of just $12 per person. “We do a lot of homecooking for that, rather than dishes from our menu—comfort foods like pork and sauerkraut and meatloaf,” says Bobbie.

Sourcing is a primary focus for maintaining quality on the protein-driven menu. “We get all our meat from R&R Provisions, a small family-owned company that’s been in business forever,” says Bobbie. Aquatic specialties are supplied by Seafood Unlimited, a respected purveyor in nearby Quakertown.

SWEET ENDINGS One thing that’s been consistent at Springtown Inn for more than twenty years is the epic appeal of scratch-made pies and cakes, all prepared by Bobbie. With a pastry chef mother, this dessert doyenne brings a lifetime of sugary experience to the table. Strawberry Shortcake—served year round—may be the most famous of her creations, though the presentation differs from the typical form of a filled sponge cake cup. Built instead as a layer cake, the iconic confection features two layers of extremely light white cake sandwiching a fresh strawberry filling and covered with real whipped cream. Other popular staples include chocolate layer cake, chocolate peanut butter pie, and seasonal fruit pies.

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Cruelty to animals is a very real problem in our world. According to the Humane Society, as many as 10 million pet dogs and pet cats are abused each year, often by people who also abuse their children and spouses. It’s horrifying to think of, and from intentional harm like animal fighting to general neglect, or even mutilation for breed modifications to ears and tails, cruelty to animals is wrong on every level.

SAY NO TO ANIMAL CRUELTY Luckily, good people in the world are standing up for the rights of animals, and you can, too.

“My mission is to ensure that all animals are treated humanely in accordance to Pennsylvania State animal cruelty laws,” says Humane Police Officer Barbara Morgan. “Along the journey to that mission my heart breaks and is filled with joy. The ability to help not only the animals but also the community is a blessing.”

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• Enjoy pet-friendly dining or ‘Yappy Hour.’ You’ll find no shortage of dog-friendly restaurants in the Valley. (Use bringfido.com to find one near you.) Try Bethlehem Brew Works, Fegley’s Brew Works, Billy’s Downtown Diner, or the Apollo Grill, among others.

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