Ecological Restoration, Ultra Running, and Coaching. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. fresh sections, winter and summer feeding areas. Eventually, he ended up as the ranch manager for the next 25 years. Character, Nature, and Community of Babbitt Ranches which shape our organization. We are committed to developing fundamental programs and direction for Tomorrows Agriculture and Land Use to explore land stewardship, business diversity, industry employment and infrastructure. We are incredibly blessed to raise our family in the ranching industry. But, he quickly adds, Babbitt Ranches The two of them planted roots for what would become his greatest blessing and what he was most proud of, his family. steers after weigh-in and managing a 3-percent "shrinkage" before "There's a lot of folks in this area and Babbitt (Ranches) weren't selling horses years ago and people wanted some of them," said Victor Howell, ranch manager for Babbitt Ranches. Victor Howell Archived Record Flagstaff, AZ Previous Member for Babbitt Ranches, LLC (928)679-2317 Overview 1 Companies Connections 2 Locations Contribute Follow Share Excel Victor Howell Overview Background Report for Victor Howell Includes Age, Location, Address History for Victor Howell Arrest, Criminal, & Driving Records "I grew up in this end of the world, this lifestyle," Lytle The ranch is full-time. Masks are encouraged. Bunker Trucking's Tracy Carthel says he and the other truckers 2020 has been a challenging year to say the least, and with all sorts of events having to cancel or postpone, we stayed positive throughout the summer that while we were planning for the event, there was always a chance that it might not happen, said Leman Wall, WRCA manager. He grew up working on the various divisions of the Babbitt Ranches and learned from both his father and his uncle, Harvey Howell, also a longtime employee. Other stallions include Cowboy Drift and two sons of his, Cowboy Ben Driftin, out of a Hanks Chargin Bar mare, and The Double Cowboy, out of a Deck Of Wood mare. winter, the calves are then moved to a different part of the .hs-button{background-color: #6284a9; border-radius: 3px;} Vic Howell on the Babbitt Ranches in Flagstaff, Ariz. "Nothing was staged," said Force about their filming. 20 years, has a background in ranching and law enforcement. Bill is quick to give credit for much of the current success of Babbitt Ranches to a couple of men named Howell. Ian has played a key role in restoring stretches of the Little Colorado River on Babbitt Ranches and establishing the 100 mile Flagstaff to Grand Canyon Ultra Marathon across Babbitts CO Bar ranch along the Arizona Trail. Babbitt Ranches, a family business and pioneering land company, raises livestock, manages natural resources,. Mounts for the day were roped out of the remuda yesterday afternoon, and the horses selected stand waiting to go to work. Our Sustainability Sciences Program, Generations, is a framework by which wide and varied science is promoted, supported and acknowledged by Babbitt Ranches across the Coconino Plateau Region and Little Colorado River Valley. in order to join, share and do the very best we know how. Were honored to bring our cowboy entertainers back, to add special memories from years past, Wall said. . My son is 13 and hes thrilled, since its his first time going too. Earning a qualifying time in every event, their six-member team qualified in mid-August for the WRCAs World Championship Ranch Rodeo which will be held Nov. 12-15 in Amarillo, Texas. The majority of Bills work is of ranchers, that we know and admire, or generations of our family. Aja, executive vice president of Arizona Cattlefeeders and lobbyist "So we just started raising a few more to give them an opportunity to have a Babbitt, Hashknife bred horse.". is bridle breaking the horses all year long. Your Trusted Source for Ag News & Information, Vilsack receives Equity Commission report, makes changes to leadership, House Ag holds hearing on uncertainty, inflation, regulations, Food companies under pressure to reduce sweetener use. Share your thoughts and memories of Victor "Vic", Share your thoughts and memories with family and friends of Victor "Vic". Understanding that our actions have an impact on our communities, Babbitt Ranches has operated under a long-standing tradition of respect, holding our relationships with our communities in the highest regard. Bill J. Howell, a lifetime rancher passed Sunday, March 21st. pounds. Ron Burndt has been an auctioneer since 1970 and has worked as a horse auctioneer in 21 states. the duties. Bonnie Stevens wrote this profile of Jim Babbitt in 2011 for the Babbitt . Grandchildren Jason and wife Amber Payne, and Ryan and wife Angie Payne. "I love raising the horses. 1975 in Wickenburg and roams the state during shipping season to This includes helping both my dad and grandad, Bill Howell, with their personal cattle. steers' destination is a feedlot in Freona, Texas, and Carthel says A lot of Navajo ropers will buy the horses and then you will get some people from as far away as Canada," Westlake said. 113 N San Francisco St #212 | Flagstaff, AZ 86001|(928) 774-6199. Vic Howell's been very kind to me, so I did it," Kemp said. He has the cowboys run 20 steers (castrated males) at a time But the era between the first and second world wars, which included the Depression and a generally depressed cattle market, along with one of the worst droughts the Southwest has ever known, hit the Babbitt brothers hard. We try to mirror events that cowboys do on a daily basis, Wall said. A memorial service will be held Thursday, Sept. 19, at 10 a.m. at the Flagstaff Elks Lodge -- "bring your Levis," says the family. Each is auctioned to the highest bidder, who puts down a deposit, but then has to return to the ranch the following March to pick up his purchase. An American Cowboy: Victor Howell-Part One. But he made a lot of good cowboys. In the early 1970s, he bought for the ranches a grandson of Joe Hancock to cross on their mares, and then a grandson of Driftwood, Deck Of Wood. He says he started as a cowboy up on the Cataract, living in a remote camp with his wife and two small sons. Brian Kemp from Renfrew, Ontario, Canada bought four Babbitt foals this yearthree filly's and a stud. ranches. Copyright 2005 - 23 Norvel Owens Mortuary. Ranches. Job will include all phases of cattle work.. "It's great. I married my wonderful husband, Clay Rodgers, soon after finishing high school. Once they connected and realized their shared life experiences, a vision to create an accurate documentary of the contemporary working cowboy began to take shape. .hs-submit{display: inline-block; color: white;} Wolf, who has been working with Babbitt Ranches for the last 16 "So I have a Babbitt breeding unit now to take home and I'll do what they do here, that's the logic," he said. Character, Nature, and Community of Babbitt Ranches which shape our organization. But its light enough to see the horses standing in the corrals, and the cowboys walk toward them, bridles in hand. He deserves mention when you talk about the film.. He often sold and financed land for struggling families, donated hay to fellow ranchers in need and offered advice and life lessons to many others who call Vic their hero. Ranches will compete in five events including: ranch bronc riding, stray gathering, team penning, branding and wild cow milking. Twenty-two colts carrying the historic Hashknife brand are up for sale today in the annual Babbitt Ranches Colt Sale at Spider Web Camp north of Flagstaff. Cowboys always have work to do, Cordasco said. A lot of the ranches I had (already) been to and Bud knew some of the guys up in the Texas panhandle, so there was a pre-existing relationship where they knew us and knew our relationship to that world from earlier days. Cowboy Essence and no matter who we are or where we are in our lives, we all have the opportunity to pursue Cowboy Essence. There was not a single scene in Cowboys that was staged, outside of the interviews, of course. The 25th anniversary will be regaled with the highly anticipated working ranch competitions, cowboy musicians performing, a historic cowboy documentary of the WRCA, and the popular Trade Show featuring handmade cowboy gear, tack, furniture and art. We are a community within a community integrated with broadly diverse LifeScapes of individuals with varying thoughts, interest, skills and history. ranching led him to veterinary school. I dont feel like the agriculture world has traditionally done a great job of promoting itself, said Force about one of their goals for putting together the documentary. Vicki married Jay in 1976, and he quickly became Vics right-hand man and best friend. Babbitt Ranches lie north of Flagstaff, but the property ranges from beyond Cataract Canyon near the Grand Canyon on the west, to the Little Colorado River on the east. counted as well. When Vic took over, he stayed with his fathers plan. But theres not. His family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be given to the Arizona Cowpunchers Crisis Fund (c/o ScottWestlake, PO Box 520, Flagstaff, 86002). No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or tra. Prospective buyers arrived hours early. While the colts are bred to be working ranch horses, they have the skills to be used in many competitive areas, including roping and barrel racing. the Arizona Department of Agriculture makes sure the brand belongs We well understood that this is a low paid, very challenging, dangerous, remote, isolated, and difficult way of life and we wanted that to come through.. Babbitt Times Review 02.21 was published by Babbitt Ranches on 2021-02-09. July 2020 FootNotes "Cowpunchers Honor Victor Howell" https://0fe9772e-791c-473b-a376-2a8e2f9c2b25.filesusr.com/ugd/cee9aa_906b80e6aedc455abf7099a135470618.pdf At the height of their operation, they ran cattle and sheep on 100,000 square miles of range in three states. More than 700,000 acres constitute the three divisions of the property, and to go from one to another in the bobtail truck that hauls the horses often requires at least an hour. 242 Likes, 7 Comments - Babbitt Ranches (@hashknifehorses) on Instagram: "Throwback Thursday: Vic Howell on a hashknife horse after a fast one BABBITT RANCHES~Home of" The Trade and Trappings Show features handmade cowboy gear showcasing quality crafts from bootmakers, hatmakers, silversmiths, saddle makers, and furniture all things very special to the cowboy culture, he said. Once that process is completed, remaining seats for any performances will be opened back up for purchase. You have permission to edit this article. The three of them could often be found riding the roads, tending to cattle, mending fences, and reading the Bible under a shade tree during breaks. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. Kemp said he read about the sale in an issue of Western Horseman magazine and decided to go to the sale last summer. Bookmarks are saved to your account and can be accessed from any device. Whistles and calls from the men rise above the din of "moos" .hbspt-form{margin-top: 35px;} Deep in the picturesque Grand Canyon area near Flagstaff, Ariz., amidst their 700,000 acre Hereford cattle ranch, Clay Rodgers and his son Thomas of Babbitt Ranches are elated that their team just qualified for the November 2020 Working Ranch Cowboys Association World Championship Ranch Rodeo in Texas. Vic Howell, were able to raise their children on the Babbitt Ranch. Animals are sold ill cattle from another country. Interstate 40 is closed from US 93 to the New Mexico border. The father/son duo joined up with four other working ranchers and were thrilled that their six-member team is going to the world championship in November. It is the official document adopting the principles by which the organization was established and shall operate. He earned a Bachelors of Science in Agriculture from Texas A&M University. Tickets are expected to be back on sale by Oct. 15. In this COVID year, it will still be a four-day event but there will be six performances making it a three go round rodeo. designated pens. slaughter. Through our efforts of learning and understanding, Babbitt Ranches, a family business and pioneering land company, raises livestock, manages natural resources, promotes science and participates in the broader community in order to join, share and do the very best we know how. We have been married 13 years and have known each other our entire life. . However, he is rarelycaught in the home office downtown. region: "na1", steers roll past, Lytle makes a visual inspection for any horses. After a challenging year across all of America and worldwide, theres great anticipation for the World Championship Ranch Rodeo. The Jolly Ranch is based in Agate, Colo., and is a cow-calf operation first purchased by the family in 1932 and S&L Cattle is a yearling and feedlot operation in Lamar, Colo.Photo by Dan Hubbell, We offer full time employment on cow/calf unit 26 mi west of Alliance, NE. They were tough for this country, and they could pull. Driftwood is the cornerstone family of the Hashknife Brand and most Babbitt colts can trace their lineage to Driftwood. I think the ranches we went to they understood what we were trying to do and they embraced it., They were open to it, said Langmore. theft of cattle as well, Servis says. "Vic (Howell) goes through the mares and takes a set of them that he wants to keep - to become saddle horses for us, the rest of them they sell here.". Established in 1886, Babbitt Ranches is one of the largest and most historic ranches in Arizona. Brand The event was created as a fundraising tool for the WRCA Foundation. A number of the horses have been to the National High School Finals Rodeo, and several have seen professional rodeo arenas. But its all cow country, and the Babbitts make good use of it. Looking for amazing Western art? But the editor and the editing is like the blood of the film. Texas is indeed kicking off big plans to hold its WRCA World Championship Ranch Rodeo, especially since this year marks the organizations 25th anniversary. acres were used in some way to produce livestock through about The colts live on the west side of the ranch, by the Grand Canyon and will be weaned over the winter and halter broke. the chute and other hands move the steers through a trailer to Lytle says that although disease is unlikely in the steers, it Vic was born December 30,. From left to right: Everett Ashurst, Wade Printz, Thomas Rodgers, Clay Rodgers, Will Vest and Vic Howell. The elder Howell now has his own place and his own cows to look after, but its not uncommon to find him back on the Babbitts, day working, riding out with the cowboys during branding time. All 15 counties in Arizona have ranching operations, said Bas lot. Auctioneering the Babbitt sale, for Burndt, is a privilege. The 2016 Annual Colt Sale opened with a warm welcome from Babbitt Ranches President and General Manager Bill Cordasco. To read more about Babbitt Ranches, go to http://www.babbittranches.com. SHARE. ill if they come in contact with a person who came in contact with We are a community within a community integrated with broadly diverse LifeScapes of individuals with varying thoughts, interest, skills and history. portalId: "5002023", Check Pages 1-8 of Babbitt Times Review 02.21 in the flip PDF version. Yes, he adds, cattle theft still happens. Willard Wolf, an agent for the deal between the ranch and the His children have also been raised in the cowboy way. Through our efforts of learning and understanding, Babbitt Ranches, a family business and pioneering land company, raises livestock, manages natural resources, promotes science and participates in the broader community It goes throughout every other element and nothing else can survive without that blood flowing through it. He was succeeded in 1991 by his son Vic, who manages the ranches today. He then followed those with Hanks Chargin Bar, a palomino son of Hanks Star by Tonto Bars Hank, which he crossed on the Deck Of Wood daughters. In order to survive, much of the land was sold. This year, the reunion honored Vic Howell ranch manager for Babbitt Ranches, located north of Williams. comb through about 35 square miles in order to find the 700 steers. The highest bidder, Crossroads, offered 90.5 cents for other cowboys working on shipping day at the Babbitt Ranches. Training Artemis Astronauts, Forging a Land-Use Ethic for Other Worlds on Babbitt Ranches. It is the official document adopting the principles by which the organization was established and shall operate. of mending fences and keeping water flowing to name just a few of Finished with breakfast, Vic Howell skillfully balances his coffee cup on his plate as he steps from the main room of the bunkhouse into the kitchen. .hs-input{width: 100%; border-radius: 3px;} Vic was born December 30, 1931 in Comanche, TX. He bought four colts. Jan. 1, 2008, the state had 970,000 head of cattle and calves worth No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or tra. . Qualifications: 3 yrs experience on a, Looking for well rounded, experienced hand for a large cow/calf, yearling operation. This virus thing was kind of new and spiking at a higher level, but were into a time of year now that people got a handle on it, and we were able to move forward.. Unlike Hollywood reality shows, Force and Langmore did it without scripts or staging. The character qualities making up our core values are defined as Cowboy Essence, which is the self-satisfaction in knowing you did your best to become the best you are capable of becoming. the cowboys do depends on the time of year. questions over the telephone. Nine companies make bids per pound on the Babbitt Ranches And estimates are that about 67 million of Arizona's 72 million "The Driftwood bloodline is kind of a competitive bloodline, like a roper type horse - a real competitive type of horse," Westlake said. Character, Nature, and Community of Babbitt Ranches which shape our organization. Another room features ranch equipment, such as working chutes, trailers, trucks, panels and water tanks. In 1992, his father turned over the reins of ranch foreman to Billy Cordasco has a very clear voice and a warm personality that is very well suited for podcasts. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). When were working cattle, before we ever make a move, we know where the other one is going to be., The father-son team also thinks alike when it comes to the horses. Hadachek is a freelance writer who lives on a farm with her husband in north central Kansas and is also a meteorologist and storm chaser. So the cowboys were never going to go and tell their own story and most filmmakers that I know dont come from a cowboy background like John and I do. Character, Nature and Community have been bred into Babbitt Ranches since 1886. Vic . Vic left the ranches long enough to graduate from college but then returned to work with his dad for several years. Copyright 2023 Apple Inc. All rights reserved. Honor a loved one by planting trees in their memory. Astronauts drive a moon rover prototype and practice geology on the rocky high desert of Babbitt Ranches in preparation for the moon and Mars. His ability to cut steers is as good as any of the And there are always the jobs Fire fighters are saying a two-story Baderville home is a total loss. There Total weight of the 666 steers selected comes out to 571,388 Three years later, the manager at the time, Frank Banks, sent him to the CO Bar to run that division, and when Frank retired two years later, he recommended Bill for his job. and head out for the roundup with the cowboys to start his He They are weaned in January and February. Their boots crunch on the gravel parking lot, and the occasional ring of a spur rowel echoes softly between the buildings. Babbitt Ranches are known for their Hashknife Brand of horses, which started in the 1920s, using a stud horse named Driftwood. Copyright 2023 Apple Inc. Todos los derechos reservados. If there are any changes regarding the pandemic between now and November, ticket buyers have the option of a refund. LONG POINT MESA The cattle move like a flock of birds as men After the steers are weighed and inspected, they are loaded into Coconino County contributed Force is a former bull rider who currently splits his time filmmaking and working on ranches, while Langmore is a long-time former working cowboy whose recent photography book, Open Range, documents the life of the contemporary American cowboy. acres of U.S. Forest Service land on which they have permits to He became employed by Babbitt Ranches in the fall of that year. In 1959-1960, He served in the 2nd Airborne Battle Group, 187th Infantry - Company E. 214 were here. The pronghorn antelope has long been a graceful symbol of the West, a beautiful representation of freedom and elegance as it sprints across the open grassland. Vic greets each day with gratitude and consistency, the desire to learn something new, to inspire and lead others, and to always be at his best! From left to right: Everett Ashurst, Wade Printz, Thomas Rodgers, Clay Rodgers, Will Vest and Vic Howell.Photo by Bud Force, The Trade & Trappings Show is a popular part of the WRCA.Photo by David Sinclair, Justin Peterson, the WRCA 2019 Top Hand, riding for Haywire Cattle Co. in El Dorado, Kan.Photo by Dan Hubbell, Jesse Jolly of Jolly Ranch/S&L Cattle Co., pictured during the 2019 WRCA. Look no further than Cowhorse Gallery! (The documentary) is like a living, breathing body, described Force. USGS geologist Jim Skinner discusses drills he and others create, along with a land-use ethic being forged by Babbitt Ranches, USGS and NASA to carry forth to other worlds. We decided we liked that Driftwood blood, so we bought another Driftwood horse, Cowboy Drift by Orphan Drift, and crossed him back on the mares we had. It is part of the culture not to brag about yourself or say what you do. Clay Rodgers wife Danielle is excited about an opportunity to sell artwork at the trade show through a company she formed with three other friends called Cow Horse Gallery. Ranch hand Tad Dent, who is a fourth-generation cowboy, says the His grandchildren include: Victoria, Cassandra, Danielle, Lindsey, Emily, Natalie, Carson, Kaycee, Bryce, and Abby. says. Cowboys: A Documentary Portrait will be released on Nov. 17, 2020 on Amazon, iTunes, Google Play TV plus Blu-ray and DVD. . Hello! Swipe is only available in chrome dev tools mobile mode. The operation manages about 4,000 animals and another 120 We look forward to having everyone join us Nov. 12-15 as we celebrate 25 years of memories.. The values that make the people of Babbitt Ranches who they are and the characteristics which have shaped the organization into a lasting legacy are captured and articulated in The Constitution of Babbitt Ranches. The Babbitt Ranches raises calves with approximately 8,000 head of grass-fed, open range, hereford cattle grazing on 700,000 acres of private, federal and state land which include the CO Bar, Espee, and Cataract ranches. We have watched a ton of westerns, and almost all of them including documentaries, overly romanticize the cowboy way of life. All Things Pronghorn Antelope with Larry Phoenix, Region II Supervisor, Arizona Game & Fish Department. We just showed up at certain times of the year, knowing what we wanted to capture shipping in the fall or branding in the spring we would show up at those times, but then we were at the mercy of what was going on at the ranch. Our Multiple-Bottom-Line decision-making model supports Organizational, Economic, Ecological and Community values when discussing management direction and decisions. buyer, Austin-based Crossroads Cattle Company, confirms the counts A couple of giveaway pens stick out the top of one shirt pocket, and, like most ranch managers, he has a well-worn tally book peeking over the edge of the other pocket. The sale, which started out as friendly transactions between friends, has grown into a renowned horse sale where people from all over the world stop in. the skittish steers move closer to the pens. Clay also grew up on Babbitt Ranch, helping as a young kid. Greg Abbott have current seating capacity for indoor events limited to up to 50 percent, the venue will stagger visitors throughout the different rows and sections at the Amarillo Civic Center complex. The six-member team representing Babbitt Ranches at the 2020 WRCA. 1963, when Vic was 2 years old, rising to foreman. We dont glamorize what they do, but it is clear we have a lot of respect for that way of life and that we told it very authentically.. Your Trusted Source for Ag News & Information, Vilsack receives Equity Commission report, makes changes to leadership, House Ag holds hearing on uncertainty, inflation, regulations, Food companies under pressure to reduce sweetener use. (Jake Bacon/Arizona Daily Sun). He represents the ranches in dealing with any governmental agencies, and he is active with the state livestock associations. Using his horse, gates and the help of veterinarian "Doc" Jim Howell said the colt sale is a passion project and allows him to match the perfect stud and mare to create some of Arizona's highest quality horses. Roughly 20 percent of the foals raised each year are kept for the remuda. If there was a better way to handle these cattle, then we would use it. Stunning beauty and cowboy cool are naturally present, but the duo also colored in details and respectfully presented a full canvas that displayed harsh winters, isolation, gritty work, the natural cycle of life and death, some humor, and the emotional highs and lows of the personal lives of their subjects. This also provided more time for him to mentor his grandchildren and ranch hands, Jason and Ryan. Discovery with Babbitt Ranches by William Cordasco. December 30, 1931 - January 3, 2021 for the Family Victor Howell left this world for his eternal home January 3, 2021 while surrounded by his family that he dearly loved. Along with the Arizona Game & Fish Department and others, Babbitt Ranches has been studying, monitoring and taking action to maintain the pronghorn and their habitat. .hs-email{max-width: 100% !important; width: 100%; display: inline-block; vertical-align: bottom;} The family owned ranch is an LLC and is operated by the Babbitt family through share holds. Days on the Babbitt Ranches in northern Arizona start early. If you were in the wrong place, you knew it really quick. onto a scale to be weighed. At a point, you have to raise horses, so they just took it a step further and added extra mares and then marketed them.". Carthel has been hauling cattle and pigs for 15 years. The pay, which Howell declines to divulge, is hard to quantify, . "It started with just a few people coming out, we would have a handful of fillies and if you wanted it you put your name in the hat and if you drew it, it would be a set price," Howell said. Four great grandchildren, Eli, Averleigh, Ryder and Rhett Payne, as well as many extended family and friends. greeting the rising sun. When they are 3, these same cowboys ride them for a month or two, and then they are issued to the other cowboys for continued education. here), "It's a lifestyle," says Vic Howell, foreman for Babbitt James D. Babbitt, co-owner of Jim Babbitt Ford, died Thursday in Sun City at the age of 89. The whole process of this rodeo is about raising money to support the foundation, Wall said. We offer full time employment on cow/calf unit 26 mi west of Alliance, NE. The terrain of the ranches varies from the sparse grassland of the CO Bar, where the mountains are all former volcanoes and small chunks of lava litter the ground, to the better and stronger grass of the Cataract and Espee. Thats big, but it was once bigger. Vic grew up with ranching, worked in a feedlot and eventually philosophy of Hall of Fame Coach John Wooden. He grew up working on the various divisions of the Babbitt Ranches and learned from both his father and his uncle, Harvey Howell, also a longtime employee. After the rodeo starts, theres a 30-minute window of time before vendors close down to watch the rodeo. Bill is credited with the decision to upgrade the Babbitts horse herd. According to the 2007 Arizona Agricultural Statistics, as of }); Established in 1886, Babbitt Ranches is one of the largest and most historic ranches in Arizona. John Babbitt was a son of one of the original brothers, C.J. He was strict. The five year journey of creating the documentary, including sorting through almost 200 hours of usable footage, creating custom music and sound, and also obtaining rights to a Dean Martin song, was then put into the capable hands of Emmy award winning editor, Lucas J. Harger. The Hancock and Driftwood lines had already made names for themselves on ranches across the Southwest, and Bill instinctively knewthey would be good for the Babbitts. Please subscribe to keep reading. Babbitt Ranches, established in 1886, stretches across almost 700,000 acres of northern Arizona and brushes right up against the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Flagstaff, Arizona. 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