The same year, he acted in the movies Gas House Kids and Courage of Lassie. Switzer was ordered to pay a $225 fine (more than $2,100 today). 2023. Hello. The map below shows the places where the ancestors of the famous person lived. based on information from your browser. He started his acting career as a child artist, appearing as Alfalfa in the Our Gang short subjects. Carl Dean Switzer was an American singer, child actor, dog breeder, and guide. Robert Blake grew up to be no walk in the park. Again, Carl requested the $50, but Stiltz insisted he was not giving him a dime. Their exploits made their parents exceedingly proud. It is not widely known but Alfalfa (Carl Switzer) from the Our Gang comedies had an older. Add to your scrapbook. Racing lost a great man, husband, son, father and race car driver. Justin later took on the last name of Eldridge during his mother's marriage to Richard Eldridge. I read he liked to piss on the lighting equipment on the set of The Little Rascals so that when lights were turned on it filled the set with his stench. In 1967, after killing a customer over a dispute, Switzer drove himself to a remote area near Glendale, California and committed suicide. He told me he was helping to run the farm, but he finally had to put a radio on the tractor while he was out there plowing. Here's mine: He was basically common white trash who had no conception of how to comport his life in an upstanding way. Carl Dean Switzer (August 7, 1927 January 21, 1959) was an American actor, professional dog breeder, and hunting guide. Description. based on information from your browser. August 7 Actor #6. . He performed various roles in the show until 1955. He said Piott broke a glass-domed clock over Stiltz's head, causing Stiltz's eye to swell shut. Hello and thank you for being a DL contributor. Carl Dean Switzer, the actor who as a child played Alfalfa in the Our Gang comedy film series, dies at age 31 in a fight, allegedly about money, in a Mission Hills, California, home.Alfalfa, the . Try again later. Carl Dean Switzer (August 7, 1927 - January 21, 1959) was an American singer, child actor, dog breeder, and guide. However, this never affected the siblings' relationship, as Harold was never bitter about being less talented than his brother. Add to your scrapbook. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. George "Spanky" McFarland, Darla Hood, and Carl Switzer as "Alfalfa" in Our Gang Follies of 1938. . Raymond Burr Adopted 27 Kids during Last 40 Years of His Secretive Life after Loss of 10-Year-Old Son. Cason, Colleen. The actor then had uncredited roles in the 1943 films 'The Human Comedy' and 'Dixie'. I have no idea if he troubled any of the Rascals actors. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. "Heiress of the grain elevator empire Collingwood Grain, Inc. and first wife of murdered Our Gang actor Carl "Alfalfa" Switzer who met and married the troubled child star on a blind date in Las Vegas, Nevada in 1954 and became the mother of his only known son Justin Lance Collingwood-Switzer, but the marriage lasted less than two years, ending in divorce in 1956.". Producer Hal Roach was present and was impressed. R14 Sheesh all you want. We need you! Login to find your connection. November 29, 2004 (74) Kansas, United States. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. Carl Dean "Alfalfa" Switzer (August 7, 1927 - January 21, 1959) was an American child actor, professional dog breeder and hunting guide, most notable for appearing in the Our Gang short subjects series as Alfalfa, one of the series' most popular and best remembered characters. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. His name is Justin Lance Collingwood Switzer. (The Los Angeles Times claims that it was Stiltz who offered the reward.) our privacy/terms or if you just want to see the damn Despite their parents' economic struggles, Harold and his siblings were happy kids. R47 Tommy Bond was friends with Alfalfa as a kid but went behind the scenes and lived in Fresno most of his life. The same year, Switzer worked in the biblical epic film titled 'The Ten Commandments' as well as in the war film titled 'Between Heaven and Hell'. Meet Jean Smart's 2 . Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. To use this feature, use a newer browser. The threat was followed by a struggle that began with one of the men, Switzer or Piott, striking Stiltz with the clock. In January 1958, Switzer . CONTENT MAY BE COPYRIGHTED BY WIKITREE COMMUNITY MEMBERS. Try again later. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. Death. Carl Switzer was born in Paris, Illinois in 1927. Hes not gorgeous per se , but there was something sexy as hell about him as he aged . The former child actor bled out and was dead when he reached the hospital. Harold also appeared in some of the Our Gang episodes, mostly as an extra. As an adult, he appeared mainly in bit parts and B-movies. Carl attacked Stiltz, who made for a loaded gun. He was born on August 7, 1927 at Paris, Illinois, United States. In the 1950s, he had numerous brushes with the law, and two marriages that broke up, followed by appearances in a series of forgettable movies and bit parts, often unaccredited. The same year, he played Frankie Snead on the radio series 'Big Town Scandal'. In December 1958, he cut 15 pine trees in the Sequoia National Forest to sell as Christmas trees. Stiltz's account of the event was one of self-defense, testifying that Switzer had banged on his front door, yelling "Let me in, or I'll kick in the door." [10] During the inquest regarding Switzer's death, it was revealed that what was reported as a "hunting knife" was in fact a penknife. Some features on this site require a subscription. [5] They divorced in 1957. Carl Switzer was an American actor, professional dog breeder, and hunting guide. His son's name is Justin Lance Collingwood Switzer. At this point, Switzer seemed to realize things were out of control. He was the third and youngest son of four children born to Gladys Schanks and George Switzer. Become a contributor - post when you want with no ads. Carl had an older brother named Harold Switzer. Year should not be greater than current year. Hello and thank you for registering. Carl Dean Switzer (August 7, 1927 - January 21, 1959) was an American singer, child actor, dog breeder, and guide. Carl Switzer as Alfalfa, George McFarland as Spanky and Tommy Bond as Butch in "Glove Taps," an episode of "Our Gang" comedy later known as "The Little Rascals" which aired on February 20, 1937 | Photo: Getty Images. Switzer was born in Paris, Illinois, the youngest of four children born to Gladys Carrie Shanks (19041997) and George Frederick "Fred" Switzer (19051960). Rita screamed at Bud not to shoot. Besides sharing a mom, the siblings also met their deaths in similar tragic circumstances. He was just Carl Switzerkind of cocky, a little antsyand I thought to myself he hadn't changed that much. I was starting a tour of theme parks and county fairs in the Midwest. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? He would often play cruel jokes on the other actors and hold up filming with his antics. click ACCEPT. Drag images here or select from your computer for Diantha Musette Diana Collingwood Switzer Eldridge memorial. Mission Hills, Los Angeles County, California, USA. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. I though Alfalfa was his only role then he disappeared into a sad, anonymous life. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. The shooter got off on self-defense. He was 42. He was always a motherfucking asshole. Coincidentally, one of Switzer's final acting roles was in the movie 'The Ten Commandments', the last flick which DeMille directed. Collingwood had moved with her mother and sister to California in 1953 because her sister wanted to become an actress. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. Because he died the same day as Cecil B. DeMille, his death received only minor notice in most newspapers, as DeMille's obituary dominated the columns. He must've really pissed someone off to have gotten shot in the nuts. He married Diantha Collingwood in 1954 and had a son named Justin Lance Collingwood Switzer before divorcing in 1957. On January 21, 1959, Switzer told Stiltz that he should pay him the reward money. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. Harold and Carl outgrew the series in the 1940s and left. 0 cemeteries found in Hollywood, Los Angeles County, California, USA. He had some success as a hunting guide and as a professional dog breeder (the dog on his grave marker refers to this profession), and some of the larger Hollywood stars were his clientele, including Jimmy Stewart and Roy Rogers. Later that December, Switzer was arrested in Sequoia National Forest for cutting down 15 pine trees he had intended to illegally sell as Christmas trees. In 1959, he died at age 31 from a gunshot wound by an acquaintance during an argument over $50 owed to him. Corrigan said they heard emergency sirens as Piott begged for his life, and that he thought this was the only reason Stiltz did not kill Piott. McFarland recalled that Switzer seemed restless, and he . Somebody shot him once but no details available. He was the Redmond O'Neal of his day - an neglected punk, a ruffian, a sociopath, a criminal. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. A young Carl Switzer on "Our Gang" | Photo: Getty Images. "It was more like murder," Corrigan told reporters. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. The dog was then found by a man who returned it to Switzer who paid him the reward and also bought him $15 worth of drinks. Try again. However, the dog ran off at some point, and either Stiltz or Switzer offered a reward for the return of the lost animal. Make sure that the file is a photo. The gun didnt go off in the heat of battle, or in self-defense. After quitting the show, Harold did not pursue an acting career. In 1987, former Our Gang co-star Spanky McFarland recalled a meeting with Switzer concerning the farm: The last time I saw Carl was 1957. Alcohol and "trouble with the law" followed after he became an adult. Wife of Richard Roswell Eldridge. He died at age 31, shot during an argument with someone over a small amount of money (fifty dollars). Carl Dean Switzer (August 7, 1927 - January 21, 1959) was an American singer, child actor, dog breeder, and guide. Ancestry of Carl "Alfalfa" SWITZER By April Robbins November 16, 2001 at 12:06:22. Carl "Alfalfa" Switzer, circa 1938. Among his notable clients were Roy Rogers and Dale Evans (Switzer's son's godparents), James Stewart, and Henry Fonda. Born in Paris, IL #3. News of Harold and Carl's Hollywood success reached their hometown of Illinois, and they were greatly celebrated there. He claims that Switzer was drunk at the . George was an inventor whose most noteworthy creation was the Allure Bust Development Device. Carl Dean Switzer (August 7, 1927 - January 21, 1959) was an American singer, child actor, dog breeder and guide. In 1940, he left the show at age 12 and appeared in minor roles in movie classics such as It's a Wonderful Life and The Ten Commandments. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carl_Switzer, http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0842813/bio?ref_=nm_ov_bio_sm, https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VR29-NKH, https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/2H7N-5F7, https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/2SFM-B5V, https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VM6V-G6N, https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QVVK-QZJ3, https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QVRR-QPPJ, "United States Census, 1940," database with images, FamilySearch (, "New York, New York Passenger and Crew Lists, 1909, 1925-1957," database with images, FamilySearch (, "United States Public Records, 1970-2009," database, FamilySearch (, "United States Social Security Death Index," database, FamilySearch (, "Find A Grave Index," database, FamilySearch (, "United States, GenealogyBank Obituaries, 1980-2014," database with images, FamilySearch (. Tom Corrigan was Crash Corrigans son, and later, stepson to Bud Stiltz. Arguably, this ranks among Datalounge's most depressing threads. Failed to report flower. He managed to be married long enough to sire an offspring but the mother changed the kid's surname and distanced him from Carl. We believe that every person's story is important as it provides our community with an opportunity to feel a sense of belonging, share their hopes and dreams. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. Switzer and Collingwood divorced a year later. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. All signs are that he was a very nice man and married to the same woman for like 50 years. He may have come from Paris, Illinois, but he wasn't a farmer! Between 1952 and 1955, he made six appearances on The Roy Rogers Show. He was American by nationality. No doubt he did. Carl coped with drugs and alcohol, and it all came to a head in 1959. This browser does not support getting your location. He later became a dog breeder and hunting guide. HAROLD SWITZER: ALFALFA'S BROTHER. United States of America. It was then, Cason wrote, Corrigan spotted a closed penknife at Alfies side, He figured it either fell out of his fist or his pocket.. R63, there was a pedophile among the 'Our Gang' directors - Gus Meins, senior director for some sixteen of the films, 1934-36. In his 1946 resume, he referred to the films generically as "M-G-M short product".[2]. Carl Switzer (Photo: Silver Screen Collection/Getty Images) Carl Switzer was a beloved child actor thanks to his role as Alfalfa in The Little Rascals shorts. Stiltz fired and shot Switzer in the groin, damaging an artery that caused massive internal bleeding. Failed to report flower. Switzer and Piott intended to demand money from Stiltz. Knowing Carl, I knew that wasn't going to last. Harold Switzer's life also ended tragically April 14, 1967, when he took his own life a few hours after killing a girlfriend.Always Close to Home812-238-6000EQUAL HOUSING LENDER MEMBER FDICFREEw w w. f i r s t - o n l i n e . Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? Carl Switzer, aka Alfalfa, died due to major internal bleeding from one gunshot wound to . Sometimes he feels guilty because the marriage didn't work out and I look at him like he's nuts. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. He taught me all I know. Please enter your email and password to sign in. ^ Alfalfa knew a wild beast when he saw one. He tortured his younger brother, Brussel. Harold was given two nicknames, "Slim" and "Deadpan", while Carl was dubbed "Alfalfa".[2]. Carl and Diantha Switzer divorced in 1957.George McFarland recalled in a 1987 interview how 1957 was the last time he saw Switzer. Seems some of these "little rascals" grew up to become legit rascals: Alfalfa, Beckett, Robert Blake Alfalfa has BDF for days in that pic R23. Producer Hal Roach saw the duos performance. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. He was an uncredited slave in the movie. The couple got along well and married later on. The couple was divorced in 1957. In 1934, Carl Switzer, along his brother Harold, visited the Our Gang Caf operated by the Hal Roach Studio and started an impromptu performance. for your pointless bitchery needs. Carlton Dean Switzer, noto anche con lo pseudonimo di Alfalfa (Paris, 7 agosto 1927 - Mission Hills, 21 gennaio 1959), stato un attore statunitense.. conosciuto per le sue apparizioni come attore bambino e personaggio principale, nel ruolo di "Alfalfa" (o "Alfa Alfa"), nel noto serial cinematografico degli anni trenta . "Death of a Little Rascal: After 40 years, eyewitness tells how Alfalfa died". Matthew Beard had cleaned up by the time he died, but it was too late apparently. Oops, something didn't work. "He was more of a part-time hunting guide," says his son, Lance. wasn't he also a low-level bagman for the mob, too? Wrong username or password. I have no doubt Mickey/Bobby was molested as a kid. March 11, 2022. Carl Dean Switzer (August 7, 1927 - January 21, 1959) was an American actor, professional dog breeder and hunting guide. . cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Although Carl and George got along fine, their fathers argued constantly over salaries . He later retreated to his room to retrieve a .38-caliber revolver, which Switzer wrestled him for. Um, yeah, nice try. The following year, he starred as Alfalfa in the comedy films 'Gas House Kids Go West' and 'Gas House Kids in Hollywood' respectively. One of the men, either Switzer or Piott, hit Stiltz over the head with a glass-domed clock. A son, Justin Lance Collingwood Switzer (now Eldridge), was born to them that year. On the night of Aug. 26, 1959, Louise Switzer walked into her oldest son's room to tell him good night. I would like to thank Stacey Kuhlman He was fatally shot by an acquaintance in a dispute over money in January 1959. Heiress of the grain elevator empire Collingwood Grain, Inc. and first wife of murdered Our Gang actor Carl "Alfalfa" Switzer who met and married the troubled child star on a blind date in Las Vegas, Nevada in 1954 and became the mother of his only known son Justin Lance Collingwood-Switzer, but the marriage lasted less than two years, ending in divorce in 1956. In the 1950s, Switzer turned to television. The loss of his $50 did not sit well with Switzer. We are changing the login scheme for contributors for simpler login and to better support using multiple devices. Web. He married Diantha Musette Collingwood in 1954, in Las Vegas, Clark, Nevada, United States. Working as a Dog Trainer To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. So, he took out ads offering a reward for the dogs safe return. Thanks for your help! He was sentenced to one year's probation. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. He died on 21 January 1959, in Mission . He was 14 years old at the time. . . He looked pretty much the same. Carl Alfalfa Switzer, the child star actor, Alfalfa in "Our Gang" did not live until his old age. It's a problem that's plagued young performers since pretty much the advent of movies, but Carl would try to make the best of the hand he was dealt though it would all ultimately have a tragic end . He married Diantha Collingwood in 1954 and had a son named Justin Lance Collingwood Switzer before divorcing in 1957. . Learn more about merges. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? There was a problem getting your location. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. Tragically, Carl Switzer was shot in killed in the midst of a drug-fueled argument on January 21, 1959. It had been found by crime scene investigators under his body. Harold was born on January 16, 1925, in Paris, Illinois. A man found the dog and returned it to Carl, who rewarded him and appreciated him with several drinks. Their son, Justin Lance Collingwood Switzer (later Justin Lance Collingwood Elridge) was born that year. They took the farm and that year their son Justin was born. He was probably passed around in Hollywood in order to stay in pictures and that messed him up. ", He never called me Spanky or George. There is a problem with your email/password. If only he'd had an IG account to share the travails of faded child stardom, as I do, he might have survived.. His name was Freddie. It's a shame he couldn't make hay while the sun shone and find real success. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. However, Switzer was known for being abrasive and difficult on the set. Their argument was that the dog was Stiltz's and not Switzer's. Switzer suffered severe internal bleeding and was pronounced dead on arrival when taken to the hospital. Besides acting, Switzer bred and trained hunting dogs and guided hunting expeditions. He then was cast in the comedy flick 'On Our Merry Way' as well as the drama flick 'State of the Union' in the year 1948. But by 1937, Carls Alfalfa had become the more popular of the two. Documentary about Alfalfa's life, with new details suggesting his death by gunshot was most likely not accidental. Eight-year-old Harold and six-year-old Carl Switzer jumped up on one of the tables and began singing. Switzer's gravestone features the square and compasses of Freemasonry and an image of a hunting dog, reflecting his dog-training hunting-guide interests at the time of his death. A son was born early that year, and the couple was divorced later in 1956. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. Lelo was the owner of Collingwood Grain, a large grain industry company. Switzer struck Stiltz over the head with a large clock, at which point Switzer retrieved his .38-caliber revolver. Carl had married this girl whose father owned a pretty good size farm near Wichita. During the struggle, a shot was fired into the ceiling and Corrigan was struck in the leg by a fragment. The last time I saw Carl was 1957. in Mission Hills, Los Angeles, California , United States, This form allows you to report an error or to submit additional information about this family tree: Carl "Alfalfa" SWITZER (1927), Biography from Wikipedia (see original) under licence CC BY-SA 3.0. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. [quote] Switzer played the role of Freddie Othello in the Christmas film It's a Wonderful Life in 1946. AmoMama creates engaging, meaningful content for women. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. DL sleuths, find out and report back with pics! He was the first son of his parents, George Frederick and Gladys C. Shanks Switzer. Unfortunately, his life took a tragic turn when he became an adult. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is 1-800-273-8255. That's why they end up completely fucked up. Both Switzer brothers appeared together for the first time in the 1935 short, Beginners Luck. In 1956, their son Justin Lance Collingwood Switzer was born. He was born Carl Dean Switzer in Paris, Illinois on August 7, 1927. "Well, we shot Tommy, enough of this," he said he recalled Switzer saying, just before Switzer and Piott started to leave the house. Please enter your email and password to sign in. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. There was a problem getting your location. Switzer had appeared as a slave (uncredited) in the last film for which DeMille was credited as a director, The Ten Commandments. Butch grew up to be Jimmy Olsen in the Superman serials. Carl Switzer Is A Member Of . As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. Carl Switzer: American actor (born: 1927, Paris, Edgar County, Illinois, USA - died: 1959, Mission Hills, Santa Barbara County, California, USA), Occupations: Actor . In 2002, it was revealed that Switzer's son's name is Lance, per his cousin's statement on ancestry.com. That dog got lost and Switzer offered an award of $35 for its return. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. Failed to remove flower. I uncovered the following info while searching for my SWITZER line.This is the ancestry of Carl "Alfalfa" SWITZER, child actor, of Paris, Edgar Co., IL to Hollywood, CA by 1937; they are not related to the SWITZERS I am researching (Daniel J. SWITZER and Mary P. ROBINSON of Ontario, Canada to Chelan Co. WA to . He supported himself by bartending, guiding hunters, and breeding and training hunting dogs. [quote] Most likely he was mentally ill, but back then no one looked into those sorts of things until things got so wild there was no other alternative, and then they just threw them into a mental institution and doped them up. [quote]I believe he said "Lothario," not "Othello." He still talked big. Someone found the dog and brought it to the bar where Switzer was working as a bartender. He was 31. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. . Also discover more details information about Current Net worth as well as Monthly/Year Salary, Expense, Income Reports! Carl Switzer with his wife and son. While the boys got along, their fathers argued constantly over their sons' screen time and salaries. Their musical talent and performances made them popular in their hometown, of Paris, Illinois. There's an interesting story about him later on when he became an adult. He was Movies (Actor) by profession. Birth. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. After the gun's accidental discharge that almost hit Corrigan, Switzer turned to Piott and said they needed to leave. Gladys and Frederick struggled to raise their kids due to the Great Depression. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. He also did behind the scenes work on Laugh In. When Carl Dean Switzer was born on 7 August 1927, in Paris, Edgar, Illinois, United States, his father, George Frederick Switzer, was 22 and his mother, Pamela Gladys Shanks, was 23. She later married Richard "Ross" Roswell Eldridge. Is the picture at R23 a young Cosmo Kramer ? Corrigan said he had just stepped out the front door when he heard, but did not witness, a second shot behind him. Hal Roach, the studio head, once said of Hoskins, "I think Farina particularly was one of the finest natural actors we had in the Gang. He said he then turned and saw Switzer sliding down the wall with a surprised look on his face after Stiltz had shot him. In January 1958, Switzer was getting into his car in front of a bar in Studio City, when a bullet smashed through the window and struck him in the upper right arm. In this exploration we take a look back at the life and death of child star Carl "Alfalfa" Switzer. Browns wide receiver Ryan Switzer said his infant son is recovering after undergoing surgery in a Boston hospital. Both sang and could play a number of instruments. Tom Corrigan told Colleen Cason, It was more like murder., "According to his bride, money was scarce because Alfie never learned to read. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Diantha Musette Diana Collingwood Switzer Eldridge I found on Findagrave.com. In Bond's words, he and Switzer became good friends because "neither of us could replace the other since we played opposites." He was the son of George Frederick Switzer (father) and Gladys C. Shanks (mother). This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. R14-I'm pretty sure it was Othello. In 1967, Harold killed a customer over a dispute. Besides sharing a mom, the siblings also met their deaths in similar tragic circumstances. Help us build the largest biographies collection on the web! There was an error deleting this problem. In 1956, their son Justin Lance Collingwood Switzer was born. Carl Dean Switzer (August 7, 1927 January 21, 1959) was an American singer, child actor, dog breeder, and guide. And lived in Fresno most of his life him the reward money the famous person lived January,! The map below shows the places where the ancestors of the Rascals actors with clock... 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