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<DIV><FONT size=2 face=Arial>Good afternoon everyone,</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT size=2 face=Arial>Well, the day which we have all worked for has
finally arrived. Two years of a labor of love by so many wonderful,
special Maine people who care about our students, our schools, and
our taxpayers. </FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT size=2 face=Arial>If anyone wishes to call me with election results
of their town tonight, I'd be happy to receive them. My phone number is
460-1260. I probably won't be available until after 9:30 PM tonight
because I have a school board meeting, but please call if you have anything to
report.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT size=2 face=Arial>There have been 150 citizens vote in Stonington as
of noon, and Rep. Rob Eaton, who lives in Sullivan, told me that the voting was
brisk there this morning. I wonder if the Secretary of State's estimate of
35% is low. We certainly have the weather with us compared to two years
ago when we collected signatures. It rained, and there was a low
turnout if anyone remembers.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT size=2 face=Arial>Here is hoping for a good victory today to repeal
the school consolidation law. You all are the best of the best which Maine
calls her daughters and sons.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT size=2 face=Arial>With much respect and great hope for
repeal,</FONT></DIV>
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