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BRANK, HENRY posted by Debbie (Henry) Geidel on Thursday, January 1, 1998

Looking for any information on a Robert HENRY born Ireland 1740. Came to Augusta Co, VA unknown when. In 1788 he owned land in Madison Co., KY. He married a Jane BRANK on 26 Dec 1790 and lived in Garrard Co., KY. Any information would be helpful.

BARCLAY, MURRAY, RHODENHAUER, RHODENHAUSER, RODENISER posted by Linda J. Webb on Thursday, January 1, 1998

I am looking for information about Joseph Ballard MURRAY and Margaret RODENISER, married around l859-60. Also looking for info about Henry RODENISER, or RHODENHAUER. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Linda Webb

BROWN posted by Iralene Brown on Friday, January 2, 1998

I believe Ewell (Eual A.) BROWN to be buried in the Stuart's Draft area possibly in the Calvary United Methodist Church cemetery

ALFORD, ALFRED, CLAYTOR, ROGERS posted by Wandra Palmateer Early on Friday, January 2, 1998

Looking for information on Robert ALFORD family. He married a Melvina? or Lavinia? ROGERS close to Mt. Sidney. I believe they had a son, William Andrew ALFORD who married a Sarah or Mary Catherine CLAYTOR. I have also seen the name spelled ALFRED. Any help will be greatly appreciated.

CROOKS, FOX, LILE, LISLE, MATTHEWS, STEELE, TATE, WALKUP posted by Jonathan Walkup on Saturday, January 3, 1998

Looking for others researching the descendants of Capt. James TATE, of Augusta Co., VA. Revolutionary War soldier, killed at the battle of Guilford Courthouse in 1781. Descendants moved on to KY and MO, at least. Here's the line I am researching: James TATE (1742/1744 - 1781) Isaac TATE (1777 - 1852) m. Mary STEELE Robert S. TATE (ca. 1820 - 1886) m. Dorothy LILE/LISLE James W. TATE (1860 - 1943) m. Alice CROOKS Robert S. TATE (1893 - 1967) m. Catherine FOX Robert S. TATE, Jr. (1939 - 1988) m. Janice MATTHEWS Julie E. TATE (1968 - ) m. Jonathan WALKUP I also have a good deal of information about James Tate's son John, who lived in Callaway Co., MO Any and all info would be appreciated. Jonathan Walkup walkups@access.digex.net

ALLEN, GLEAVES, TURK posted by Robert M. Allen on Saturday, January 3, 1998

Interested in communicating with experienced genealogists researching the genealogy of Robert ALLEN (c. 1710-1789) . He had the following sons by this first wife (name unknown): James, Robert (1741-1788), William and John. He has the following sons by this second wife, Martha __?__: Monticue, Thomas and Benjamin. Robert ALLEN, JR. married Jean (aka Jane) TURK, daughter of Thomas TURK (c. 1718-1809) and his first wife, Margaret __?__. Thomas TURK was the son of Robert TURK (C. 1690-1772) and his first wife, Margaret __?__. Thomas TURK's second wife was Mary GLEAVES, daughter of Matthew GLEAVES (c.1715-1760) and Esther __?__. William GLEAVES (c.1745-1820), son of Matthew and sister to Mary, married Elizabeth TURK (1753-1840), daughter of Thomas TURK and his first wife, full sister to Jean (aka Jane) TURK who married Robert ALLEN, JR. (above). I can be reached by mail at 2329 Constitution Drive, San Jose, CA 95124.

HENDERSON, LEEPER posted by Karen Wagner on Sunday, January 4, 1998

Am seeking info on John LEEPER and Susannah HENDERSON who were born and married in Augusta County . They were probably married around 1770-1780. They had several children; James, Samuel, Cassandra and Rachel. John is said to have served in the Indian Wars and received a military land grant in Kentucky.

CARTER, ERWIN, MAYFIELD, SULLIVAN posted by William B. Sullivan on Sunday, January 4, 1998

I am seeking information concerning my GGG grandparents, Samuel Wells SULLIVAN, Sr., and Mary Audsley (Polly) MAYFIELD, who were wed in Staunton, Virginia, on November 27, 1815. Samuel was born in Pennsylvania on January 5, 1777, and Polly was born (place unkown) in 1799. Samuel served in the Virginia Militia, 5th Regiment, in the War of 1812. He worked for Miller's Ironworks and lived in the Mossy Creek Valley area. Samuel and Polly had 11 children, the following 6 of whom were born in Virginia before the family moved to Saline County, Missouri in 1827: Tempest T., Samuel W. Jr., James W., Hester, Mildred, and Henry Morgan. I am also interested in Kitty CARTER, Samuel's first wife, who died, along with her first child, shortly after giving birth. Finally, I am interested in learning whether Thomas SULLIVAN, who married Margaret ERWIN, on March 29, 1790 and who owned property in Harrisonburg, was kin to Samuel.

BLACK posted by Terry Black on Tuesday, January 6, 1998

I am looking for information on John BLACK, born around 1775, died around 1805. John was married to a woman of German descent named Mary. Before his death in a hunting accident John fathered two children, George (born in 1800) and Elizabeth. After John's death Mary and children moved to Sumner Co., TN.

BUSH, MCCUNE, OBRIEN posted by Stephanie Whims on Tuesday, January 6, 1998

Peter MCCUNE Sr. first came to United States through Augusta County, VA. Looking for information on his children, one Peter Jr., my connection to Peter Sr.. Peter Sr. fought in the American Revolution. Peter Sr. born November 1748, Died January 15, 1832. Peter Jr. born July 1, 1790. Died August 18, 1878. George Adam BUSH was married to Margaret Hagle. George born c1758, and Margaret c1763. This is all I have. Adam OBRIEN is the father of my 4th great grandmother, Christianna OBRIEN wife of Peter MCCUNE Sr. She was born c1767. Adam Obrien had service in the American Revolution, but can not find any reference to what he did.

ALEXANDER, BAXTER, PAUL posted by C. Deutsch on Tuesday, January 6, 1998

Looking for James PAUL, who was a son of William PAUL. William died c. 1757, Augusta Co.

REINHART posted by Emily S. Hinderliter on Tuesday, January 6, 1998

I am seeking information about the children of Michael REINHART (various spellings) who died in March, 1751. He had several children, including Mattig, Hans, Ludwig, Daniel, Christian (or Christiana), Catherine and Julianna. He was one of the original settlers of the Shenandoah Valley. I would like to hear from anyone with knowledge of his children...where they went, who they married, their children's names. We also can find no record of his wife, tho' the inventory of his estate includes a "widow's third". Thanks.Emily S. Hinderliter, Dothan, AL

GOODPASTURE, VOLLENWEIDER posted by Dan Goodpaster on Tuesday, January 6, 1998

I am searching for Jacob VOLLENWEIDER or a Jacob GOODPASTURE. They may be the same person. It is possible that Jacob VOLLENWEIDER anglicized his name to GOODPASTURE. I am looking for any and all information on Jacob or possible leads. Dan Goodpaster

HANGER, JOSEPH posted by Barbara DiMunno on Tuesday, January 6, 1998

Need parents of Daniel JOSEPH of Augusta Co., Va. who was born about 1760. My earliest record puts Daniel JOSEPH in Augusta Co. in May 1779 when he served in militia. He married Eve HANGER also of Augusta Co., daughter of Frederick HANGER and had two sons and two daughters. A land deed records Daniel and Eve JOSEPH residing in Rockingham Co, Va. in March 1791. Is anybody else researching the JOSEPH family? Please contact me. Barbara DiMunno E-mail ddimunno@compuserve.com

CALDWELL, KINCAID posted by Mary Caldwell on Saturday, January 10, 1998

Seeking information on Samuel CALDWELL b ca 1740 in Virginia, d ca 194-1799 in Greenbrier County. Where was he born? Where is he buried? Who were his parents? Also seeking information on Mary (Polly) KINCAID, born 16 Nov 1782, m John CALDWELL on 13 Mar 1800 in Montgomery Co., KY. Who were her parents? John was Samuel's son. John died in Franklin Co., Mo in November of 1854 and Polly died in Franklin Co., MO in January 1855. They moved from Greenbrier County to Kentucky to Missouri. Any help will be appreciated.

RALSTON, ROLSTON posted by Robert Bickham on Saturday, January 10, 1998

RALSTON/ROLSTON Searching for information about this Augusta County family. David RALSTON/ROLSTON had a son, William that was born abt 1757 in Augusta County. Any information about this family would be appreicated. bick@a1webdesign.com

BOLIEK, RANKIN, RANKINS posted by Adrienne Stone on Saturday, January 10, 1998

Looking for any RANKINS born in the 1920's who may still be in Stuanton or anyone who remembers the name BOLIEK in and around 1945. Thanks!

FULTZ, LATHROP, LOUIS posted by Thomas hugh Fultz on Saturday, January 10, 1998

Looking for descendants of Frederick and Hannah Hanger FULTZ. One of their children was David FULTZ who married Margaret Ann Deas 4/5/1825. Their children were Algernon Sidney Fultz, Margaret Ann FULTZ (married John A. LOUIS), Amanda Cornelia FULTZ, MArshall Kent FULTZ, Mary Louisa (married Henry W. LATHROP), Alexander Hamilton FULTZ, Augusta Virginia, Hugh Holmes FULTZ (my great-grandfather), and John Hampden FULTZ. We havesome Civil War information on the younger 3 boys, but nothing on at all on Algernon or Marshall Kent. We will gladly share all we have with corespondents.

HENKEL, HENKLE, MYERS posted by M. A. Myers on Saturday, January 10, 1998

Any clue appreciated. Arthur MYERS (no life dates) m: (1) ?,son named Arthur, m: (2)Bertie K. Hall, of Clifton Forge, VA. Son of this marriage Herman M. MYERS, b:1909, Clifton Forge, VA. The 1st Arthur probably born "near Staunton". Seek info on him and his parents, German/German Jews (?). The name HENKLE/HENKEL may be connected.

ALEXANDER, WATKINS posted by Grace Alexander-Bliss Smith on Sunday, January 11, 1998

Need info on Peter ALEXANDER, b. 1752? Augusta Co. Married Sarah WATKINS, b. Prince Edward Co., parents of Willis ALEXANDER, b. 1788 in Woodford Co., KY. Also parents of Arabella, Robert, and Mary. Information about Peter's parents and Sarah's parents would be fabulous as well.

MARKLE, WHITNEY posted by Marjorie Newton on Monday, January 12, 1998

MARKLE, John was born Nov. 25, 1784 in Stauton, Augusta County, Virginia. His parents were Charles and Tibitha or Tabitha WHITNEY MARKLE. John had at least one brother Charles MARKLE, Jr. John had at least one child Richard Bruer MARKLE born Aug. 15, 1818 in Liberty, Bedford County. I would like to know the name of John MARKLE's wife, and any information about this family that is available.

BEVIN, CATTON, GALBRAITH, GILES, GROVE, MILLER, RODEFER, SEYLOR, TINGLEY, WEIFORD posted by Ken Weiford on Monday, January 12, 1998

Looking for information on George WEIFORD b: 1735 d: 1810 Staunton Va and Anna Marie SEYLOR d: 1833 and their children: Margaret m: David RODEFER Mary Polly m: William CATTON John m: Polly GROVE George m: Mary BEVIN Anthony m: Mary MILLER Jacob m: Catherine TINGLEY Elizabeth m: John GILES and John GALBRAITH

BROWN, GRAHAM posted by Sally OKasey on Monday, January 12, 1998

Does anyone have any info on Robert GRAHAM, who was married to Sally BROWN, dau. of Thomas, about 1790? Any help greatly appreciated. His dad may have been John, and his brother William.

BUTLER, REXRODE, SMILEY, SNEAD, SWINK, TRUSLOW, WILSON posted by Ann S. Bittner on Tuesday, January 13, 1998

I am seeking information on Sarah ("Sally") WILSON born c 1765 in Augusta County, daughter of Robert WILSON Jr., and Rachel. She married Matthias SWINK and they had nine named children. She may have died in 1836 in Augusta County. I would like any information on her and her parents and their ancestors. Thanks very much for the help. I am somewhat stymied at this point in my family line.

BROWN, FULTON, GUIN, HEASLET, KING, ROBERTS, SAMPLE, SAMPLES posted by Carol Samples on Tuesday, January 13, 1998

I am trying to locate the parents and/or siblings of Samuel SAMPLE(S). He was born in Augusta County, VA on Sept 2, 1754. In 1774, while living in Fincastle County, he fought under Evan Shelby at the Battle of Point Pleasant. Samuel SAMPLES was married to Elizabeth HEASLET (?). It is unknown where or when they were married. The following children were all born in Tennessee to Samuel Sample and Elizabeth Heaslet (?) children: Betsy SAMPLE married John BROWN Nov 21 1816 Knox County, TN Peggy SAMPLE married William FULTON Aug 2, 1819 Knox County, TN James SAMPLE married Sussannah GUIN Jan 11, 1819 Knox County, TN Martha SAMPLE married William ROBERTS March 4, 1819 Knox County, TN Samuel SAMPLE married Mary (Polly) KING Feb 23, 1824 Knox County, TN Sarah SAMPLE married Hugh BROWN Greene County, TN Any information about this family would be greatly appreciated. I can be reached at Firefoxx@bellsouth.net Thank you Carol Samples

HAMILTON, LATIMORE posted by Stephanie Kenney on Wednesday, January 14, 1998

I am searching for information on William HAMILTON, born and died in Augusta CO., VA. He married ? on 29 May 1771 in Augusta co., VA. A son was William Henry HAMILTON (Dec 25, 1786), who married Ann LATIMORE 15 Aug 1806 in Sumner CO., TN. Thanks, Stephanie Kenney

DUNCAN, DUNKIN, MARTIN posted by Niels L. (Roy) Martin on Thursday, January 15, 1998

Searching for parents/siblings of William R. MARTIN b. 24 Aug 1774 in Augusta County, VA, m. Anne DUNKIN/DUNCAN 5 Sep 1797 Washington County, VA

ALEXANDER, CAMPBELL, CHRISTIAN, CHRISTIANS, IRVINE, MCDOWELL, MOFFETT, MOFFETTS, PAXTON, RIEDS, WOODS posted by Hal Prestridge on Friday, January 16, 1998

Seeking information about Col. George MOFFETT b. 1735 d. 1811 and burried in Augusta Churchyard. Was married to Sarah McDOWELL b. 16 Oct 1741 in Orange Co., daughter of Captain John McDOWELL b. 1700 in Dunshaugli Castle, Meath Co., Ireland and died 25 Dec 1742 (killed by indians at Petits Gap) married to the thrice married Magadalena WOODS daughter of Michael WOODS and Mary CAMPBELL. Looking for sibilings of George Moffett. Will share all information I have on CHRISTIANS, MOFFETTS, MCDOWELLS, RIEDS, ALEXANDER, PAXTON. Geogre MOFFETT is my 5G grandfather.

CRAWFORD, HENDERSON, MASON, MCKEACHY posted by Jane Pate on Friday, January 16, 1998

Looking for information about John MASON, born abt. 1710 in VA. His will was proven 18 Aug 1761 in Augusta. Would like to know who his wife was, I have seen it listed as Mary and also as Leah MCKEACHY. However, his will mentions mother "Leah". His children mentioned in will were John, Jannett (who married Samuel CRAWFORD), James, William, Joseph (who married Jane HENDERSON), Mary and Margaret. Would like to hear from anyone working on this family. Thanks

BLANTON, GUINN, GWYNN posted by Richard on Monday, January 19, 1998

Seeking information on my 4th Great Grandfather, William BLANTON. What is know positively is he was married to a Christina GUINN (or GWYNN) when he lived in Greenbrier County, (W)VA in 1790-1800 timeframe. There is some discussion whether he may have been married prior to this. There is a record of a William BLANTON having married a Hannah (no surname known) in Augusta just after mid-1700s. Am interested on information on this William BLANTON that may shed light on possible connection.

JONES, MILLER, SPENCER posted by Lainie Hendrix on Tuesday, January 20, 1998

Searching for JONES and SPENCER. I received the following from a volunteer look-up for Ohio Valley: Census Index: U.S. Selected Counties, 1850--Jones, Enos, State : OH, County : Washington Co., Location : Ludlow Twp, Year : 1850, Page # : 994, #79-79, Enos Jones 47 Va farmer; Emily 36 NJ; Samuel MILLER 14 NY; Alba SPENCER 11 OH; Gasper Jones 8 OH; Nancy Jones 6 OH; Susan Jones 4 OH. From Chalkey's, Vol 1, for 16 November 1779, I found a reference to liquor sold without license, and an "Enos Jones" was listed with the group against whom the charges were filed. I'm attempting to determine if this Enos JONES is the father or grandfather of my Enos Jones (as above). From cd#229,Marriage Index: KY, NC, TN, VA, WV, 1728-1850 (Augusta County, VA): Jones, Enes-Spouse : Forsythe, Catherine; Marriage date : 31 Oct 1805. Jones, Enos-Spouse : Kilkenny, Sarah; Marriage date : 26 Mar 1805. I realize these dates are a little late, unless there were extenuating circumstances. I would appreciate hearing from anyone who might help me identify and locate the father of my gggrandfather, Enos Jones (md. to Emily SPENCER). Sincerely, Lainie Hendrix

ALEXANDER, CALBREATH, GALBREATH, GILLISPIE, HAMILTON posted by Glenn Smith on Tuesday, January 20, 1998

Nancy HAMILTON marr. Andrew ALEXANDER on 16 Sept. 1788 in Augusta Co. , Where did they go? I haven't found a trace since that date. Believe she was the daughter of John and Agnes (Gillespie?) HAMILTON.,

LOOKADOO, LOOKINBILL, LOOKINGBILL posted by Leon G Lookingbill on Sunday, January 25, 1998

Seeking info on the following LOOKINGBILL's, John b 1796VA, Daniel b 1794VA, & Christian. Do not know where they were actually born in VA. Found LOOKINGBILL's in & around Gore & Spencer City, a Granville d 7 Jan 1992 and a John Peter d b 1850 d 2 May 1923, John Peter, Granville, John, Daniel, & Christian possibly where Cherokee Indian. Understand in August Co. there were listed LOOKINGBILL's in late 1700's to early 1800's, a Chri. LOOKINBILL was listed on the Augusta Co. tax list. A LOOKINBILL was married into a family who lived in Jefferson Co. (at that time, now part of WV) with no marriage date. A John LOOKADOO married Susanna Spalden 24 Jan 1762 in St James Northam Parris, Goochland, VA. Would like info on this couple, i.e. any children, date of b, etc. Please NOTE that LOOKINGBILL can be spelled many different ways. Any info on the above named persons or other LOOKINGBILL's will be appreciated. Thank you. Will respond. Leon L.

BAKER, BAMBARGER, RANSBARGER, WILSON posted by Joseph W. Baker on Sunday, January 25, 1998

Seeking ancestors, descendants, and places of birth and residence of George RANSBARGER and Elizabeth BAKER. Married Augusta County, VA, on 7 April 1796 ( Bond dated 4 April 1796). Elizabeth was of age,. Daughter of Philip BAKER, dec. Bondsman John BAKER. Minister William WILSON. Minister's return spells name as "BAMBARGER".

CURRY, SEAWRIGHT posted by Billie Curry Steeley on Sunday, January 25, 1998

I am searching for the father of my Samuel CURRY, birthplace unknown, in Augusta Co., in early 1700s, married Polly (Mary) SEAWRIGHT about 1772, (verified in Chronicles of the Scotch Irish Settlement in Virginia, p. 177, by Lyman Chalkley.) Removed to Hawkins County, TN, about 1780. The Currys and Mary's sister Margaret Seawright McPheeters and her husband Samuel McPheeters, went together. Samuel Curry died in 1812 and left a will. His wife died during the scourge of 1830. Issue: Sarah, John, James, Jane, George, Samuel, Rebecca, Ann, Margaret and one daughter, name unknown.

LEEPER, SEAWRIGHT, SEAWRIGHTS posted by Billie Curry Steeley on Sunday, January 25, 1998

I am researching the SEAWRIGHT Line. I have a John Seawright (birthdate unknown in early 1700's) He was in Augusta County, by by 24 July 1740, when he had a survey. John was married to Sarah LEEPER, date unknown. The parents of Sarah LEEPER also came to Augusta Co. John and Sarah SEAWRIGHT had issue: George, Jane, Margaret, James, Mary "Polly", Sarah, Anna. John SEAWRIGHT left a will dated 17 February 1784. It was presented for probate in 1811. A law suit was filed and noted in previous book SEAWRIGHT VS SEAWRIGHT, which names children and spouses. Need father of John Seawright and identity of other SEAWRIGHTS in August County early on : George SEAWRIGHT and DR. SEAWRIGHT.

LEEPER posted by Billie Curry Steeley on Sunday, January 25, 1998

I am researching James LEEPER and his wife Margaret (Maiden name unknown) James LEEPER wa sborn about 1680 in Northern Ireland and was his wife. They immigrated from Ireland to Pennsylvania and on to Augusta County in 1728 where James obtained land on Christian Creek. James died in 1763 and left eleven children: Nicholas, Sarah, Jane, Andrew, James, Gawin, Isbell, Mary, Elizabeth, John, Margaret, Jr. I need the father of James and the father and mother of Margaret. Any help would be appreciated.

HICKLAND, RUPE posted by Sue Rupe on Sunday, January 25, 1998

I am trying to locate any information on siblings, Hannah (or Hanna) b. 1770 and Gilead (or Gilliad), b. 1772 in Augusta County. I have no other information on parents, or other siblings. Hannah married a HICKLAND and one son followed her brother Gilead RUPE to Lexington, MO. in early 1800's.

ARMSTRONG, RALSTON, RUTLEDGE posted by Eileen Worthington on Wednesday, January 28, 1998

Looking for the following family: Edward RUTLEDGE, b. 1725 Tyrone Co., Ireland-migrated to Augusta Co., VA and believed to have died there Feb 18, 1787. His wife was Sarah ARMSTRONG, b. abt. 1730, August Co., Va. Their son was James Enos RUTLEDGE, b.1768, August Co., VA, mar. Eleanor RALSTON, dau. of William RALSTON. Eleanor was born 1770, Augusta Co., VA. James and Eleanor later migrated to Fulton Co., IL. Other siblings of James include George, Sarah, Rebecca, Rosanna, Lucy, and Mary, all born in Augusta Co., VA.

CASADY posted by DjCSrNpt on Friday, January 30, 1998

Looking for a George CASADY born 1763 in Virginia. Possible connection to a Peter CASADY born about 1756 Augusta Virginia. Or a William CASADY who might have been his father.

DOLE, DONALDSON, LAWERENCE, MCDOWEL, MORGAIN posted by Betty on Friday, January 30, 1998

I am looking for William DONALDSON SR. of Augusta co. Va. he was living there in 1795. his son William JR. married Elizabeth DOLE in Augusta co. va. on May 22, 1795. Phillip DOLE had four daughteres Elizabeth who married William DONALDSON Catherine DOLE who married John LAWERENCE Nov.24,1798 Patsey DOLE who married Robert MCDOWEL feb.28,1798 in Augusta Co. Nancey DOLE who married Luther MORGAIN feb.17, 1798 in Augusta co Phillip had other children but i have not been able to find out their names. need the name of Phillips wife, and the name of her parents,sisters, and brothers, need the name of William DONALDSON SR.wife, also the name of her parents and sisters and brothers. thanks.......geezerbabe@aol.com

JOYNER, SENSABAUGH posted by Steve Sinsabaugh on Friday, January 30, 1998

I am looking for a transcription of the St. Johns Reformed Church records. I tried reading the microfilm of the original records a few years ago, but had difficulty reading and translating the German portions. I have heard that there is a transcription/translation by a Peggy JOYNER. Does anyone know about this? I am specifically looking for SENSABAUGH entries.

CHAPMAN posted by Bill Chapman on Friday, January 30, 1998

I am looking for any information on the parents of Jacob CHAPMAN b. 1753 near Staunton. Thank you.

HAWPE posted by Donna on Friday, January 30, 1998

How many HAWPE'S are buried in Augusta County?? Which cemetery near which city? Looking for Rudolph, Adam and George. Are there still some HAWPE'S in the area alive??

BROWN, FULTON, LEEPER posted by Kay Van De Rostyne on Saturday, January 31, 1998

I am researching the William and Martha Bassett BROWN who were living in Augusta Co. Va c 1760. I believe they had the following children: Rebecca m a Harrelson, Mary m a FULTON, Agnes m a FULTON, Thomas, Alexander, Robert, William, Felix m a Jane LEEPER, daughter of Gaiwan? LEEPER, and John BROWN. I believe that William BROWN, died in Knox Co. c. 1803. Any information would be helpful.

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