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The Swanage
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Introduction
Edition 117
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Stephen & Debbie Corney at Purbeck Publications
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Copy deadline for the September 2018 edition: 13th August 2018
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Dear Swanage, Studland, Worth Matravers, Langton Matravers and Ulwell! What an amazing summer we have had! I had a call from a very caring resident asking me to remind us all to leave water out for the birds as they desperately need it. Good idea, let’s help them. The children are now off school for a few weeks so hopefully they are getting out and about and enjoying time with family and friends. Nellie would say that! Get out there and live life, she would exclaim. On that note the story this month is a tribute to her. We have had 5 fabulous years and unfortunate events have led to what you will read about. We do hope you have enjoyed her exploits each month. We look forward to welcoming Daichi, the Dashing Dude! It is also the 70th Anniversary of the NHS. Currently I have a friend in Poole hospital and I have to say from the ambulance service men and women to the nurses and the doctors they are all incredible. Very special people work to help others and I, on behalf of Purbeck Publications, thank them for their true dedication and care. Your little magazine is also full of hard working and helpful trades and service people. They are here for you and they would love to hear your call or see you in person. Please let each know how you found their details as we are here to help them, help you. The prize word search continues to be very popular. The lucky winner this month was Mr A Heath. Well done! Who will be this year’s summer winner? Good luck, I will let you know in the next edition. Wishing you a warm and happy August!
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New main ring attraction at this year’s Dorset County Show With just a few months to go until this year’s Dorset County Show, the organisers have revealed the new main ring attraction for 2018. Organised by Dorchester Agricultural Society, the show will take place from Saturday September 1 to Sunday September 2, at the Dorchester Showground. The two-day annual show attracts more than 60,000 people each year since it began in 1840, and boasts a variety of attractions, livestock, and fun for all the family. This year’s main ring attraction will be camel racing provided by Joseph’s Amazing Camels, which have been featured on Countryfile and also have been the stars of many advertising campaigns including the British airline easyJet. This is the first time camel racing has taken place at the show and is definitely not to be missed. Also new for 2018 is The Fabulous Food & Farming Education Area which will provide visitors with everything they need to know about the important role farming plays in our everyday lives. Information will also be shared on where our food comes from before it is sold in the supermarkets. Throughout the weekend competitive classes will be taking place for more than 20 different types of cattle, over 30 different types of sheep, goats and pigs, as well as in homecraft, horticulture and sheep shearing. Poultry, rabbits and alpacas will also be on show, with falconry displays, scurry racing and the Grand Parade of award-winning livestock will take place in the main ring. Food lovers will have an extensive range of hand-picked catering concessions to choose from, each specialising in a different type of cuisine, showcasing local food producers from all across Dorset. There will be more than 450 trade stands at the show during the weekend for those looking to support local suppliers. High-end
country items will also be found in the specialist ‘Shopping@theAvenue’ marquee. Will Hyde, show secretary, said: “Each year we work hard to ensure Dorset County Show continues to offer new attractions for our visitors, while still promoting excellence within agriculture. We have produced a jam-packed programme of activities which we are proud of for 2018 and will capture all interests and bring people together to celebrate the best of Dorset’s rural life. “Come rain or shine it is a priority of ours to host a variety of attractions and activities which will create the perfect day out for all the family. We look forward to welcoming back our regular visitors and also meeting new people who will join us over the course of the weekend.” Please visit dorsetcountyshow.co.uk or call 01305 264249 to find out more details on what’s planned for the weekend, how to get there and book tickets. Children under 16 go free and early bird tickets are £14 and available until July 31, when the price rises to £15. Tickets can also be purchased on the day at the show for £18.
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MODEL NIGHT HAS CHANGED! If you have been to us on model night, you know that we take great care to ensure that you receive a fantastic cut or colour. If you have been unable to get in due to great demand then try again. From July we are offering more appointments at a later time. They start at 4.45pm in July.
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The winner of the Hall & Woodhouse DLF Writing Prize is announced Local author, Philip Browne has been announced as the winner of the inaugural Hall & Woodhouse DLF Writing Prize. Philip’s non-fiction book, ‘The Unfortunate Captain Peirce and the Wreck of the Halsewell’ describes the tragic event in 1786 when a huge East India Company ship was wrecked on the Purbeck coast. Thanks to the efforts of local quarrymen a third of the crew were saved but more than 150 drowned, amongst them Captain Richard Peirce and his two teenage daughters. They were all bound for India. “I am genuinely surprised,” said Philip, a retired teacher who lives in Dorchester. “I’m also delighted that my win will hopefully bring the story of the Halsewell to more people’s attention. It surprises me that such a tragic local event is not more widely known. I spent four years researching the life of Captain Peirce up to that final voyage and discovered a remarkable man with an extraordinary career.” The judges for the prize were Sara O’Keeffe, executive editor of Atlantic Books and worldrenowned literary agent, Christopher Little. In choosing Philip’s book they called it, ‘A tremendously lively, thoughtful and well researched piece of historical non-fiction. It throws a spotlight (or should one say a searchlight) onto a vital element of local history and does so with bravura, vitality and a wonderful eye for historical detail. Captain Peirce came alive in this book, as did the social mores and maritime culture of the day. We felt immersed in the desperate fortunes of the Halsewell and felt for every man and woman on board. That, in itself, is an achievement.’ The award of £1,000 was announced by Kate Adie CBE at a packed event held at the Duchess of
Cornwall in Poundbury. Anthony Woodhouse, Managing Director of Hall & Woodhouse, said: “We are proud to have supported the first Dorchester Literary Festival Local Writing Prize. The competition showcases our local talent and promotes writers in Dorset and the south-west who deserve to have their work recognised by the whole country. Being rooted in the heart of Dorset, Hall & Woodhouse is committed to enriching the lives of its communities and it was fascinating to meet the authors behind the novels and support their talent in this way.”
Janet Gleeson, co-founder of the Festival, said: “Our inaugural prize has been an extremely memorable event with vast diversity shown with the 53 submissions. We are hugely grateful to Hall & Woodhouse for supporting the competition, as well as to Kate Adie and all the readers and judges who helped us select such a fascinating winner.” This year’s Festival is from 17th to 21st October. Tickets go on sale mid-August and can be purchased through the website: www. dorchesterliteraryfestival.com or in the Tourist Information Centre, based in Dorchester Library.
Kate Adie and Anthony Woodhouse with the three shortlisted writers, Philip Browne, Cathie Hartigan and Chip Tolson
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Wildlife News
Talking about Wildlife...
Marine Wildlife needs a wave of support At Dorset Wildlife Trust we know summer is Marine Conservation Zones are established under the Marine and Coastal Access Act (2009) and are crucial to the protection of some of our most rare and threatened marine wildlife. Currently, there are 50 MCZs in the country, with more urgently needed to complete the network of Marine Protected Areas in England. As part of the current MCZ proposals, six out of the 41 proposed sites in the third and final tranche are in Dorset: Albert Field; Purbeck Coast; South of Portland; Southbourne Rough; Studland Bay and West of Wight-Barfleur. These cover a wide range of underwater landscapes and habitats, from deep, tideswept rocky cliffs to sheltered seagrass meadows. Wildlife found in or near these sites include: black bream, spiny seahorses and peacock’s tail seaweed. In 2013, three sites were designated as MCZ’s in Dorset: Chesil Beach & Stennis Ledges MCZ, South Dorset MCZ and Poole Rocks MCZ. Together, these areas represent an impressive and stunning range of submarine landscapes and habitats which are often less appreciated and more overlooked than their terrestrial counterparts.
Peacocks Tail seaweed
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Spiny Seahorse
Photo: Julie Hatcher
However, the importance of not only the Dorset sites but all of those proposed to be included in the current tranche of MCZ, is huge. Due to the extent of the damage caused to our marine environments, time is now running out to reverse the significant losses already suffered, and increased protection is urgently needed. You can find out more about all 41 sites across England by visiting www. wildlifetrusts.org/mcz, and for more information about the proposal’s Dorset sites, please visit www.dorsetwildlifetrust. org.uk/mczs where you can also become a friend of the MCZ’s and get regular updates and information on the outcome of the public consultation for the third tranche. We’re also pleased to have recently re-opened the Fine Foundation Wild Seas Centre at Kimmeridge, next to one of the best rockpooling sites in Dorset. The centre has a new artificial rockpool, new information panels, and interactive virtual seabed, a new shop, and lots of events throughout the summer. Visit www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk/ kimmeridgewildseas. By Sally Welbourn
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Dorset Buttons Morris Need You! Dorset Buttons Morris comprises of a ladies North West Morris side and a mens Rapper sword dance side. The ladies practice every Wednesday in Wareham from September onwards and the men practice in Sandford every Sunday from September onward.
If you are not into dancing but would like to play for us we need you too. www.brmm.org.uk/ DorsetButtonsMorris
If you are interested in joining us email: anthony613@btinternet.com
All dances are taught by very patient dancers and are are a great way of keeping fit, making new friends and having fun. We can be seen dancing out most Wednesdays during the summer and will be at Swanage Folk Festival 8/9th September. Check our website for performance dates.
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DORSET THEATRE GOERS CLUB – PURBECK BRANCH Do you enjoy live theatre, musicals, ballet, comedy? Have you heard about the Dorset Theatre Goers Club? Would you enjoy being able to see matinee performances in various provincial theatres, with coach transport provided? We aim to run twelve outings a year, once each month, cost varies according to the theatre and distance involved. Over the last 12 months, trips have been to Southampton, Guildford, Bath, Salisbury, Sonning, Winchester. Travel is in modern
comfortable coaches, with pick up and drop off points in Swanage, Coombe, Harmans Cross, Corfe Castle, Stoborough, Wareham, Sandford.
Membership is £8 single, £12 couple. Newsletters are issued with booking forms for forthcoming excursions every two months. Run by local people, this group invites anyone interested to contact our membership secretary, Carol Payne, on 01929 425458 (or email pearcepayne@talktalk.net) for a membership form.
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What happens if you don’t have a Power of Attorney? Arranging a Power of Attorney before it’s too late is critical to avoiding heartache for friends and family later. None of us likes to think about a time in life when we’re no longer able to make our own decisions. But should that moment come, it’ll affect every part of your life – from your home to your finances to your medical care. It’s shocking to realise that as many as 1 in 3 over the age of 65 will suffer dementia, but of course, an unexpected accident can strike anytime. So setting up a Power of Attorney is the sensible solution. If you haven’t made the right preparations, it’s your family and friends who’ll be left to sort everything out, as they try to take best care of you. When – and only when – it’s necessary, your Power of Attorney can be activated to enable someone you trust to step in and take key decisions for you.
Your Attorney’s must make all decisions in your best interests and they are duty bound to follow the guidelines set out in the Mental Capacity Act 2005. You are able to restrict the sort of decisions your attorney can make for you or you can allow them to make all decisions on your behalf. LPAs are designed to be recognised by financial institutions, care homes and local authorities as well as tax, benefits and pension authorities. It is a good idea to not only arrange the LPAs but also to complete an advanced directive or “living will” at the same time so that your chosen Attorney’s are fully aware of all your wishes well in advance of the powers being needed to be used. With our life expectancy increasing year on year the need for LPAs in the future will significantly increase, so don’t get caught out at your time of need.
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New cashless parking payment provider launches in Purbeck Drivers using their mobile phone to pay to park in car parks in Wareham, Swanage and Corfe Castle will need to register with a new service from the end of May 2018. JustPark will be running the service in Council-owned car parks from Tuesday 29 May 2018. The service had previously been provided by Phone and Pay so users of that service will need to register their details with JustPark at www. justpark.com Car park users will still be able to use cash if they prefer, but anyone wishing to pay via mobile will have the convenience of being cash-free, and extending their parking time without going back to their vehicle. Councillor Cherry Brooks, Economy and Infrastructure Portfolio Holder for Purbeck District Council, said: “This is about giving people a range of options, and using their mobile phone to pay for parking means they don’t need to worry about finding the right change for the car park machine. “As the parking time can be extended by using the mobile app or by text message, shoppers and visitors don’t need to race back to the car before their ticket runs out, giving them more time to enjoy the local shops and attractions in Corfe, Swanage and Wareham,” Anthony Eskinazi, founder and CEO
of JustPark, said: “We’re delighted to be working with Purbeck District Council and Swanage Town Council to make parking easy and stress-free for their residents and visitors. “Our user-friendly payment system offers a quick and reliable alternative to cash - giving drivers more choice and providing a positive parking experience.” JustPark is also being rolled out to car parks across Poole and Dorset, so users will only need to register once to park in the area. Check the JustPark app or website to see which car parks are included. Visit www.justpark.com for details and to download the app. See details of car parks in Dorset at www.dorsetforyou.gov.uk/travel-dorset/ roads-and-driving/parking
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The Adventures of Nellie The Purbeck Publications Camper Van Many of us have come to enjoy Nellie’s exploits over the years, 5 good years in fact. Playful in her mature fun-loving way, always ready to go somewhere new and have a go. She would laugh at herself with her long black skirts to cover up her rather large thighs and a silver grin that would bring a smile to everyone’s face. Family fun, excursions, exploring and seeing the bright side of life have been her passion. I did say the journey was interesting at the end of last month, so are you ready? Driving back from Wales… Well, we had literally just passed the “Welcome to England” sign, travelling at a mere 20 miles an hour when there was a sudden bang. We lurched forward. I yelled. We were hit again. The young girl in the car behind Nellie failed to stop, she just kept going. I yelled for a second time. Nellie was badly hit and I knew instantly she would not be repaired. The girl’s car was totally ruined, the engine would not start at all. After the police came to help, Nellie limped to the nearest service station and unfortunately on the back of a truck Nellie was taken to the “old van’s home”. It was very sad. If I say anymore we will all cry, and that is not ‘our Nellie’. No, Nellie is not one to give up easily and she has a Grandson in Japan who is coming over to replace her fun and frolics here on the South Coast. Nellie will be keeping a close eye on him of course because from what I hear ‘Daichi, The Dashing Dude’ as he is known (and for good reason), is a bit of a handful. Despite his Japanese upbringing, he has somewhat of an ‘Italian’ persona and likes the lady cars. Being the personality he is, he is having a ‘makeover’ (can you believe
Nellie with the Cerne Abbas Giant it?) before he arrives here in Dorset. Goodness knows how we will cope, but I am sure we will manage somehow. It was Nellie’s idea and you know what these stubborn older ladies can be like! When we tried to argue we just saw ‘the look’ from those headlights and we decided it was best to let her be right. We are all for an easy life. Daichi, which means ‘first grandson’ in Japanese, is taking his time (there is a lot of makeover going on) and will be with us in a couple of months. In the meantime we will take a look back at Nellie’s Golden Years… It all started in 2013. Stephen’s old car had finally given up and I had this idea to get a campervan to help Stephen not only carry all of out thousands of magazines each month, but also give us some family fun with a good excuse to get out and about. Having a young, very active boy of nine at the time, and being a somewhat ‘older Mum’, having the van meant we could all enjoy a day out. After all, Nellie’s whistling kettle satisfied my more relaxed way of life and the outdoor life let Hayden run around to his heart’s content. Stephen had the
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23 best of both worlds. It got both of them off the computer too! As soon as we bought Nellie, she attracted attention. Five years ago there were less van’s like her on our English roads and the dark glass, with her roof up, her long black skirts and her silver smile seemed to draw people in. They were curious. That’s what gave me the idea to characterise her and write about where she took us. It was all a bit of fun and would hopefully make others smile. Her very first trip in June ’13 was to Cerne Abbas to see the naked Giant on the hill. Knowing Nellie now, some may see why that might be, she was always a bit cheeky! One of our favourite trips was to the Isle of Wight. Mum, Dad my sister, her husband and the three of us all went in convoy. Nellie was so excited she got on the earlier ferry and left my sister and brother-in law in ‘Lady J’ standing, waving, on the quay! We all met up again and had a fabulous week exploring the whole island. Fishing for the boys and Liz Earle’s Beauty Salon for us girls. We came out smelling better than the boys did, Nellie will tell you! Another great stay was had at Norden Farm near Corfe Castle. Fields, the wonderful sounds of our English birds, fishing again, fish and chips in Swanage, a picnic by the River at Wareham, what more can you want? Nellie took us to Cornwall last summer where Hayden competed in
Nellie at Carisbrooke Castle, Isle of Wight
Nellie ‘unpacked’ ready for the beach the Surf Life Saving Championships (I did say he was active didn’ t I?) where we got thoroughly rained on and had to buy a new awning. Camping at it’s best…? Following that was a wedding in Hull, so Nellie was packed with wellies, wetsuits and surf boards, next to wedding outfits, dainty shoes and a fascinator! All good fun and just shows how versatile Nellie really was. Ever ready, with a big silvery grin, for any occasion. If you had a favourite story please let us know. Phone, write or email. All details are here in your local community magazine. Nellie would love to hear from you! For the next few months we will improvise until Daichi the Dashing Dude arrives to entertain you. Nellie wishes you all well and may you keep smiling. By Debbie Corney
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With these Mini Pizzas you really have the chance to make them your own. Cover them with tomato and cheese and then pick from any number of topping choices: Pineapple and ham, pepperoni or even chicken and sweetcorn. Alternatively create your own unique toppings.
Ingredients 450g strong white bread flour 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 7g sachet fast-action yeast 350ml warm water 2 tsp. salt
Equipment: Large bowl Oven: 240C, Gas Mark 9, 220C Method: In a large bowl, mix together the yeast, flour and 2 teaspoons of salt. Once this is all mixed together, create a well in the middle. In a separate jug, mix together the oil and the water and then pour into the bowl. Then, work the liquid into the flour mix to create the dough. Leave the bowl to one side for 15 minutes. Create a well-floured surface and put flour on your hands then begin to knead the dough. Do this for about 2 minutes until it is soft and even. Put the dough back in the bowl and cover it with oiled cling film. Leave it once again to one side (preferably in a warm place). When the dough has risen to double its size, heat the oven and place a baking sheet on a high shelf. Then dust another sheet with flour before splitting the dough into 8. Roll 3 balls thinly into circles and put them on the floured sheet. Use a thin layer of sauce on top with some seasoning and cheese of your choice. Bake for 12 minutes until golden then add fresh toppings of your choice and use the rest of the dough to create more!
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a beginner’s
GUIDE
Dead-heading and Seed collecting
You will nearly always get more flowers for longer if you can spend some time regularly ‘dead-heading’. That means removing faded flowers to stimulate the development of more flowers, and of new shoots on shrubs and roses.
seeds and grow your own plants next season, saving plenty of money.
If the dying flowers are left until they form seed pods, the plant thinks its job is done for the year and it won’t bother to produce any more flowers.
When the seed capsules turn brown and start to split, cut them off and spread on paper lined trays until they’re fully dry. Take out the seeds and store in small labelled envelopes until ready for sowing.
However, with many of your plants, which have probably cost a packet from the local garden centre, you may want to leave some of the flowers until seed heads are produced so that you can collect the
Try it with plants with quite large seeds to start with, like Marigolds or try Aquilega (Grandmother’s Bonnets) or Foxgloves.
They may not grow exactly the same in character and quality as the original plants but it’s great fun to watch the results of your efforts spring into life.
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Community News
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Big Ride cyclists brave the heat for Julia’s House A hundred and twenty riders braved sweltering heat to take part in The Big Ride, a new cycling event organised by Julia’s House, the Dorset and Wiltshire Children’s Hospice.
Ali Acaster
Previously run as the Hospice-toHospice ride, with a route between the Dorset hospice in Corfe Mullen and the Wiltshire hospice in Devizes, this year it changed venue and name in favour of a new circular route starting from Larmer Tree Gardens. Cyclists chose between a 50 and 100 mile ride through beautiful open countryside, villages – and up a couple of killer hills! There were several welcome refreshment stops along the way and at the end of their journey the cyclists were presented with medals and treated to a celebratory hog roast and glass of Prosecco. Last year’s ride raised £63,000 and early signs are that this is likely to be matched. Among those joining the ride was Julia’s House Director of Care Ali Acaster and
Parent Ambassador Charles Andrews along with 10 of his colleagues from engineering firm Meggitt. Charles, whose 14-year-old daughter Katherine receives care from Julia’s House, has had a very active week – he is currently taking part in the charity’s Trek the Alps challenge event. Big thank you to all the Julia’s House volunteers for manning checkpoints, refreshments and road crossings and to sponsors Addo Food Group, Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Muc Off, Emily Crisps and Pedals Cycle Centre.
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Index of advertisers
Your quick guide to everyone and everything in your Oracle... Bars, Pubs & Restaurants Bull & Boat................................................................ 27 Bathrooms Lifestyle Living............................................................ 2 The Kitchen & Bathroom Co...................................... 29 Blinds, Curtains & Shutters Ashley Blinds............................................................... 3 Duck & Rabbit Interiors............................................. 19 Waterside Blinds........................................................ 17 Builders Competitive Construction.......................................... 10 J A Construction......................................................... 15 Purbeck Home Improvements.................................... 1
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Carpenters Total Woodwork - Peter Albin.................................... 21
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Community News Adventures of Nellie.................................................. 22 Beginner’s Guide: Dead-heading............................... 26 Big Ride cyclists brave the heat for Julia’s House...... 28 Dorset Buttons Morris Need You!.............................. 14 Dorset Theatre Goers Club........................................ 14 Dorset Wildlife Trust: Marine wildlife........................ 12 New cashless parking payment provider launches in Purbeck.................................. 18 New main ring attraction at this year’s Dorset County Show................................................. 6 Tastes so good: Mini Pizzas....................................... 24 The winner of the Hall & Woodhouse DLF Writing Prize is announced............................... 8
Plumbers CM Plumbing & Heating............................................. 9 FXR Heating & Plumbing............................................ 5 Gasways Heating....................................................... 10 Heatcare.................................................................... 13
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Property Maintenance Competitive Construction.......................................... 10 J A Construction......................................................... 15 KDL Maintenance...................................................... 21 Purbeck Home Improvements.................................... 1 Total Woodwork - Peter Albin.................................... 21 Puzzles & Competitions Kids Page................................................................... 10 Prize Wordsearch....................................................... 25 Win a Mega Home..................................................... 3 Removals & Storage Bournemouth Removals............................................ 10 Pitmans Removals & Storage.................................... 20 Purbeck Self Storage.................................................. 19 Soft Furnishings Duck & Rabbit Interiors............................................. 18 Tool Sales & Repairs Blandford Tools.......................................................... 11 Tree Surgeons Leaks Tree Care.......................................................... 20 Will Writing Services Dorset Wills............................................................... 16 Windows, Doors & Conservatories Competitive Construction.......................................... 10 Doors-Windows-Locks............................................... 21
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