Jud Jackson’s Plan | The Lone Ranger (11-13-53)

Summary

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Podcast Summary:

Old Time Radio Westerns with Andrew Rhynes — "Jud Jackson’s Plan" | The Lone Ranger (Aired 11-13-1953)
Release Date: June 23, 2026

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Overview of the Episode

In this classic episode of "The Lone Ranger," digitally restored for today's listeners, notorious outlaw Judd Jackson hatches a clever plan against the masked hero and his faithful companion, Tonto. After escaping from prison and taking over a local gang, Judd attempts to ambush the Lone Ranger using deception and trickery. The drama unfolds with suspenseful encounters, classic Western action, and a demonstration of the Lone Ranger's sharp instincts and sense of justice.

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Key Discussion Points and Story Highlights

1. Judd Jackson's Escape and Takeover (05:11)

• Judd Jackson, a noted outlaw, has broken out of territorial prison and reassumed leadership of his gang.
• The gang becomes bolder in its criminal activities, hitting stages and amassing stolen cash.
• The Lone Ranger and Tonto are called in to assist with the renewed criminal threat.

“Jackson’s trail headed north from the prison according to reports. Of course he was clever enough to cover his tracks after he’d gone some distance…”
— Tonto (06:42)

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2. The Outlaws Plot a Trap (07:34–09:17)

• At the gang’s hideout, discussion turns to the threat posed by the Lone Ranger and Tonto. Judd Jackson, furious at their involvement, fears their skill but wants to take action.
• The outlaws devise a plan: young gang member Jerry will pose as a victim to lure the Lone Ranger into an ambush.

“Best way to avoid having them get you again, Judd, is for us to leave here.”
— Gang member Pete (08:13)

“Maybe we might find a way to trap him… Wait a minute. I have an idea that might work.”
— Judd Jackson (09:05)

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3. The Deceptive Encounter with Jerry (11:12–13:44)

• Early morning, Jerry pretends to fall from his horse near the Lone Ranger and Tonto’s camp.
• Jerry claims to know the gang’s hideout location and offers to fetch the sheriff, handing the Lone Ranger directions to the supposed gang lair.
• The Lone Ranger and Tonto promise to be careful and thank Jerry for his help.

“I’ve heard of a masked man and an Indian who helped the law. Are you the Lone Ranger?”
— Jerry (12:11)

“Thanks for the information, Jerry.”
— Tonto (13:35)

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4. Doubt and Deduction: Lone Ranger's Suspicion (17:20–18:17)

• The Lone Ranger, trusting his instincts, senses something is amiss with Jerry’s story.
• He and Tonto analyze the physical clues—lack of dirt on Jerry's shoulder, no signs of his horse stumbling—and recognize the “accident” was staged.

“There’s something about that fellow that doesn’t ring true, Tonto.”
— The Lone Ranger (17:33)

“If horse stumbles, hoof makes scuff marks. His horse not stumble.”
— Tonto (18:01)

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5. The Ambush Unfolds (19:32–22:46)

• Jerry returns to the outlaws, confident that the plan is working.
• The Lone Ranger follows Jerry’s tracks rather than the directions given, confirming the set-up.
• The masked man stumbles, accidentally revealing himself to the outlaws, who spring their trap.
• Surrounded, the Lone Ranger uses his wits and sharpshooting to hold off the gang.

“If you figure on having the gang try to grab them at their camp, count me out… They’re too smart to be taken by surprise.”
— Outlaw (09:05)

“I can’t go take the Indian, so everybody watch for him.”
— Judd Jackson (22:46)

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6. The Cavalry Arrives: Rescue and Resolution (23:34–25:44)

• With the help of Tonto and the sheriff’s posse (summoned as backup), the ambush is exposed and the gang is defeated in a shootout.
• Judd Jackson is captured; Jerry’s deception is revealed.

“We come to hideout with posse, find Silver and hear shot. We know you in danger. Be right ahead, fast.”
— Tonto (23:48)

“You sure were putting up a good one, man. Fight against plenty of odds, mister.”
— Sheriff (24:48)

• The Lone Ranger and Tonto ride off, having once again outsmarted outlaws with teamwork, insight, and courage.

“Don’t worry, Judd Jackson. You and all of you… will have plenty of time to make all the plans you want after you get to prison.”
— Sheriff (25:44)

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Memorable Quotes & Notable Moments

| Timestamp | Quote | Speaker | |-----------|-------|---------| | 06:42 | “Jackson’s trail headed north from the prison according to reports… clever enough to cover his tracks…” | Tonto | | 08:05 | “I saw the masked man and Indian who turned you over to the law six months ago. You sent to prison.” | Pete | | 09:05 | “Maybe we might find a way to trap him… Wait a minute. I have an idea that might work.” | Judd Jackson | | 12:11 | “Are you the Lone Ranger?” | Jerry | | 13:35 | “Thanks for the information, Jerry.” | Tonto | | 17:33 | “There’s something about that fellow that doesn’t ring true, Tonto.” | The Lone Ranger | | 18:01 | “If horse stumbles, hoof makes scuff marks. His horse not stumble.” | Tonto | | 23:48 | “We come to hideout with posse, find Silver and hear shot. We know you in danger. Be right ahead, fast.” | Tonto | | 25:44 | “You and all of you… will have plenty of time to make all the plans you want after you get to prison.” | Sheriff |

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Noteworthy Segment Timestamps

• Judd Jackson's plan takes shape: 07:34–09:17
• The staged accident: 11:12–13:44
• Lone Ranger's deductions: 17:20–18:17
• The ambush and shootout: 21:51–24:02
• Resolution and outlaw roundup: 24:02–25:44

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Tone & Atmosphere

The language is classic Western: sharp, direct, and filled with suspense. The Lone Ranger and Tonto speak with a calm, confident authority, while the outlaws display a blend of bravado and anxiety. The fast-paced exchanges, coupled with immersive sound effects—creaking doors, gunfire, galloping hooves—enrich the episode's vintage authenticity.

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Final Thoughts

This episode exemplifies the timeless appeal of classic radio Westerns. Through cunning villainy, quick-witted heroes, and a climactic showdown, "Jud Jackson’s Plan" delivers adventure and excitement. The digital restoration also enhances the rich soundscape, immersing modern listeners in the golden age of radio.

Classic lesson: Never underestimate the masked man and his faithful friend, Tonto—their blend of brains and bravery always wins the day.

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Transcript

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Judd Jackson, notorious outlaw leader, escaped from territorial prison, rejoined his gang and took over the leadership. Judd recklessly led the gang on one hold up after another in the nearby territory.

[The Lone Ranger]

Here comes the stage now. Men, have your guns ready and let's go. Better mask your face with your handkerchief. Ah, it's too much trouble. Come on, get up.

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Judge missed no chances to add to his ill gotten task.

[Tonto]

I can get that ranch for half

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price for taking the cash with me then.

[The Lone Ranger]

Yeah, I reckon that's right. But at least you're riding around with 20,000 in cash. Somebody noticed you draw it from the bank.

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I made sure nobody did.

[The Lone Ranger]

I'll try to outrun them. Get Chapter corner a pit. I'll stop the team. Next time mister, don't act smart and try to get away be find the cat. He has 20,000 with him.

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News of the gang's activities spread throughout the territory. The Lone Ranger and Toto who had been helping in the search for the escaped convict Judd Jackson rode the trail towards Stockton.

[Tonto]

Jackson's trail headed north from the prison according to reports. Of course he was clever enough to cover his tracks after he'd gone some distance was thought he may have circled back to the south. I began to think Jackson may be mixed up in the gang that's operating in this neighborhood.

[The Lone Ranger]

Why do you think that, Kima Curry?

[Tonto]

The gang didn't become active until after Jackson escaped. After he had time to reach this territory.

[The Lone Ranger]

That's right.

[Tonto]

Jackson is with a gang. We'll kill two birds with one stone. If we manage to capture them, we'll get Judge Jackson and break up the gang. We'll camp for the night near Stockton, then make an intensive search of the nearby hills.

[The Lone Ranger]

In the morning, Montague. Ho. Ho. Ho. Ho.

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Early that evening, the outlaw Pete arrived at the hideout shack in the Heroes.

[The Lone Ranger]

Hi, Pete. What's new in town? Oh, nothing much. Folks are still talking about the gang and yapping because the sheriff hasn't caught us. That sheriff is running around in suits. That's right, Jerry. And he'd be excited more than ever if he knew I was leading the gang. Sure would I. I saw something on the way back from town that you might consider bad news, Jared. Yeah?

[Tonto]

What?

[The Lone Ranger]

I saw the masked man in Indian who turned you over to the law six months ago you sent to prison. You did? Where? Turning into a grove back in the hills. I made sure they didn't see me. I knew you'd want to know they were around. They're dangerous, Judd. We better lay low. If they're around, lawmen don't bother me. But the Lone Ranger and his Indian friend are dangerous. Ain't got me once, but by thunder, they aren't gonna do it again. Best way to avoid having them get you again, Judd, is for us to leave here. That's right. Now, Doc. Gone it before they have a chance to find out I'm leading this gang. I'll think of some way to get rid of them. I've heard a lot about those two. That won't be so easy, Judd. Why not? We've got the advantage right now. We know they're in this territory, but they don't realize we know they're here. If you figure on having the gang try to grab them at their camp, count me out. Yeah, me too. They're too smart to be taken by surprise. And even though it's seven to two in our favor, those four guns they have between them shoot mighty straight and fast. Ah, you sound like a bunch of tenderfeed. How come you men are afraid when we're seven to two? Like Jerry said, Harry told the truth. Truth? When he spoke of how they handle those guns of theirs, Judd trying to sneak up on him? Or to have Oakton's gunplay with him? Is local.

[Tonto]

Sure is.

[The Lone Ranger]

Maybe we might find a way to trap him. Well, give me time to think, will you? Wait a minute. I have an idea that might work. Yeah? What? Well, Jerry here is young and kind of presentable. He could get in with those two ombre. Hey, now, wait a minute. I'm not going to. Quite a minute, will you? How can I think with you yapping for? You know what it's all about. Go on, Judd. What is it all about? Well, Jerry's been showing off his trick riding around here and this is a good chance for him to put her to use. How? He'll tell you where the grove is that those two hombres are staying in. Now, early in the morning, before they break camp, you ride at a gallop along the trail past the grove. Pretend your horse stumbles, let out a loud yellow and fall from the saddle. Make out like your stun. Yeah, Then what? The masked man and his friend will come to see what happened. See if you're hurt. Now you sort of come through. He so surprised about the mask. Then if they don't tell you who they are, you tell them that you've heard of a masked man, an Indian who helped the law. Then ask him right out if he's the Lone Ranger. What's the idea? Well, listen. Now, listen. Then Jerry will tell him that he found out where the outlaw gang is hiding and that he was going to town for the sheriff. You tell him where this place is. Then he'll leave, saying he'll send the sheriff to help him. You mean you want Jerry to really tell him where we are? Sure. Only we'll be waiting. An ambush. A quarter of a mile from here where the trail runs between two gullies. Jerry leaves as if to go for the sheriff. Then he'll take a shortcut back so as to be here when we gun the Lone Ranger and the Indian.

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[The Lone Ranger]

Come on. Right. Plenty fast. Long trail.

[Tonto]

Yes. Sounds as though he's heading toward town. Something happened, Toto?

[The Lone Ranger]

Easy, fella.

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A few moments later, the two men ring to a stop beside the fallen driver.

[Tonto]

He must have been thrown. Here's the stun with a fall.

[The Lone Ranger]

Sure that you're a masked man and an Indian. You arm break. Must be part of the gang.

[Tonto]

Take it easy, fellow. We're not outlaws.

[The Lone Ranger]

But that mask. Hey, wait a minute. I've heard of a masked man and an Indian who helped the Law. Are you the Lone Ranger?

[Tonto]

That's right.

[The Lone Ranger]

Sure glad you found me, mister.

[Tonto]

Are you hurt?

[The Lone Ranger]

No, no, I'll be all right. Hey. See, I'm able to stand. A horse stumbled and threw me before I knew what was happening.

[Tonto]

You were riding very fast. The trail is rough along here.

[The Lone Ranger]

That's right. Me go get horse.

[Tonto]

You feel all right now?

[The Lone Ranger]

Oh, sure. I want to get to town in a hurry to see the sheriff.

[Tonto]

Oh, what's wrong?

[The Lone Ranger]

It's about that gang I mentioned. I find out where they have their hideout.

[Tonto]

Did they see you?

[The Lone Ranger]

No, I managed to keep out of sight.

[Tonto]

What were you doing in the hills early in the morning?

[The Lone Ranger]

I live back that way. I was going to town early today on business. My name's Jerry. Jerry Spark. Thanks for coming to help me.

[Tonto]

That's all right, Jerry. Now, about the outlaw gang.

[The Lone Ranger]

Hey, I reckon you came here to help search for him, didn't you?

[Tonto]

Yes. I'd like to know where that hideout is located.

[The Lone Ranger]

Here, young fellow. Thanks, Indian. Now, about the outlaw's hideout. I'll tell you how to get there, mister. Then I'll go on to town and tell the sheriff so he'll bring his men out to help you round him up.

[Tonto]

That's a good idea. How do we find the hideout?

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[The Lone Ranger]

to find it, mister, but you better not go too close till the sheriff and his men come to help you.

[Tonto]

We'll be careful. Thanks for the information, Jerry.

[The Lone Ranger]

Oh, that's all right. Now I'll go on to town. I'll tell the sheriff you'll be waiting for him.

[Tonto]

Adios.

[The Lone Ranger]

Get up. Get up. That's good. Now we follow trail to hideout. When sheriff come, we catch gang.

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To continue, the Lone Ranger stood watching as Jerry rode away in the direction of town. For a moment he didn't reply to Tottle's remarks. Then he said, there's something about that

[Tonto]

fellow that doesn't ring true. Tottle?

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Why you say that?

[Tonto]

I noticed first that he complained of his shoulder. There was no dirt on his shoulder. There Was on both his hands.

[The Lone Ranger]

Habit.

[Tonto]

Well, if he'd landed on his shoulder, dirt would have been ground into his coat. I've seen many trick riders pretend to fall from a horse. They use their hands to break their falls.

[The Lone Ranger]

That right. I also noticed the tracks of his horse.

[Tonto]

There's no indication of a stumble. Here, look for yourself.

[The Lone Ranger]

That's right. If horse stumbles, hoop makes scuff marks. His horse not stumble.

[Tonto]

I think the gang's hideout would be guarded. No one could get close enough to observe them without being seen.

[The Lone Ranger]

That's right. Now think of that and what we do.

[Tonto]

Instead of following the young fellow's directions, we trail him and see if he does go to town.

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Ranger and Toto rode down the trail until they came to a turnoff on which they saw Jerry's track.

[Tonto]

Old fella, he turned here. Toto, that narrow trail runs back around the other side of the hill.

[The Lone Ranger]

Ah, that take him in direction him come from. It might be shortcut to hideout.

[Tonto]

I will find out. On second thought, you better go on to town and bring the sheriff. Tahoe, identify yourself. I'm sure you'll remember. You bring the sheriff and his men by the turn off trail. I'll go ahead and try to locate the hideout.

[The Lone Ranger]

You be careful, Kimasabi.

[Tonto]

Of course, I suspect an ambush was planned. So I'll be very cautious. Very fellow.

[The Lone Ranger]

Get him up, Scout. Come on.

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Jerry rode hurriedly back along the shortcut trail which led to the rear of the hideout shack. He didn't stop at the shack, but rode past it and continued to the gully where Judd was waiting to ambush the Lone Ranger and Totter.

[The Lone Ranger]

Judd. It worked. Everything went as smooth as could be. I'm sort of surprised. An armor used to supposed to be as smart as a masked man would fall for the plan. Why shouldn't he? I did it just the way Judd told me to. That fall I took would look plenty real to anybody. Tell me exactly what happened.

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Garry quickly told what had taken place and of his conversation with the Lone Ranger. When he finished, Judd said, and they're

[The Lone Ranger]

on the way here now. Is that it? Yeah. Judd, they're coming along the trail I took to reach their camp. The one that comes along here between the gullies. They think I went to town to get the sheriff and his men. They won't live to know whether they the sheriff got here or not. You're right, Pete.

[Tonto]

Now, Jerry, you go across to the

[The Lone Ranger]

other gully with Jim and Sam. The masked man and Indian won't suspect a thing till they're between our crossfire and then it'll be too late.

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The Lone Ranger approached the rear of the shack not long after Jerry had passed it. He dismounted under cover of the trees, Holding his guns ready for instant use. The masked man cautiously made his way toward the building through the thick, tall brush. He soon realized the place was deserted. Then he noticed the fresh hoof marks leading from the front of the shack and went forward on foot through the woods bordering the trail. He had gone almost a quarter of a mile when he heard a low whinny out toward the trail. The masked man stood on a wooded slope and looked sharply down the short distance to the trail. It was then he saw the tips of a horse's ears in a gully. And he noticed there were gullies on each side of the trail. At that moment, the top of a man's hat appeared for an instant above the brush across the road. Instantly, Judge Jackson's plan was evident to have gunmen waiting in both gullies, which paralleled the trail so that anyone riding that way would be a target for bullets from both sides.

[Tonto]

The sheriff and posse come along that trail, they'll be trapped now. Go back to warn them.

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As the masked man started back, he tripped over a fallen log and stumbled into view of the outlaws. John and his men heard the sound and looked up the slope. As the masked man jumped to his feet and gained the protection of a

[The Lone Ranger]

big tree, John shouted, hey, everybody. The last man on the slope. If you must be there, Stay behind the trees along ranges of dead shot. You ready to cross the trail? Come on. Help. Get that.

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The men who waited in the gully beyond quickly crossed the trail and joined the rest of the gang. The gunman formed a semicircle as they gradually moved from tree to tree toward the Lone Ranger, firing as they moved.

[The Lone Ranger]

Over there behind that Strange. He won't get away. But I can't go take the Indian, so everybody watch for him.

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The Lone Ranger returned the outlaws fire and had the satisfaction of knowing his bullets had hit at least two of them. While he realized he was in danger of being encircled, he couldn't leave the big oak as the nearest tree to it was too far away to be reached in safety.

[Tonto]

Have to make sure no gets behind me.

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While his men kept up a continuous fire, Judd watched his chance, then crawled through the brush in an effort to get behind the last man.

[The Lone Ranger]

Now.

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Soon the big outlaw reached a position up the slope where the Lone Ranger's back was in plain view. But before the outlaw could pull the trigger.

[The Lone Ranger]

Look out, K oh, my leg.

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At that moment, the sheriff and Ty rounded a bend in the trail. The outlaws turned their attention to the oncoming riders, giving tto a chance to take Judd Jackson's gun and reach the masked man's side.

[The Lone Ranger]

We come to hideout with posse, find Silver and hear shot. We know you in danger. Be right ahead, fast.

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Lucky you did.

[Tonto]

Come on ahead, Tuttle. Use your guns.

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The sheriff and his posse galloped into the gunfight, firing as they rode. For a few moments, the outlaws battled furiously, but cut off from their horses and without their leader. Those who were not wounded drop their guns in surrender.

[The Lone Ranger]

You all right, mister?

[Tonto]

Yeah, sure. For a few moments, I thought I'd really be trapped. T arrived in time to keep me from getting shot in the back.

[The Lone Ranger]

When we reached the hideout and Tondo discovered you went ahead on foot, then we heard the shooting. Taking your horse with him, Tondo lit out ahead of us. Lickety split. We followed along the trail and there

[Tonto]

were outlaws on both sides of the trail waiting to ambush anyone who came along. I reconnoitered through the woods here on the slope and discovered the plan. Well, it's fortunate they spotted me. Brought them from the gullies and away from their horses.

[The Lone Ranger]

You sure we're putting up a good one, man. Fight against plenty of odds, mister.

[Tonto]

Oh, thanks, Sheriff. There's a fellow who tried to send us into a trap.

[The Lone Ranger]

Man, bring those prisoners here.

[Tonto]

That's the man. Said his name is Jerry Sparks.

[The Lone Ranger]

So you try to get the masked man in Indian murder. Now, look, Sheriff, it wasn't my idea. It was Judge Jackson. Shut up, Siri. So that I'll be lying there near the cottonwood. Is Judge Jackson, huh?

[Tonto]

He fits the general description, though he's clean shaven and now has black hair. I had an idea Jackson was working with this gang.

[The Lone Ranger]

He'll have plenty more charges against him when he goes back to prison. I could have plugged that masked man if the Indian hadn't interfered.

[Tonto]

Yes, I had my friend tell us. Thanks for stopping you.

[The Lone Ranger]

Good thing you were stopped to figure they'd wait in ambush. We have time and get them to jail where they'll do no more harm.

[Tonto]

Good fellow. Where are the horses?

[The Lone Ranger]

Back in trees.

[Tonto]

We leave now. See you again, Sheriff. Adios.

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Goodbye. Goodbye, Jerry. You didn't convince him after all. If you had, he wouldn't have followed your tracks. He'd have come by the main train like a figure. Oh, shut up. I didn't want to go in the first place. But you thought you knew it all. You and your big plan. Don't worry, Judd, Jackson, and all of you for that matter, will have plenty of time to make all the plans you want after you get to prison. Lots of smart alley crooks have tried to pull the same sort of trick on those two hombres. But let me tell you, it's no use trying to outsmart the Lone Ranger. No sir. Foreign.

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