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From: Brian Randell <>
Subject: [ADMIN] "Lost Cousins" Think first before entering yourinformation - OFF TOPIC
Date: Mon, 9 Aug 2004 09:44:38 +0100
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Hi:

Can I request that there be no further discussion of this topic,
which is in no way specific to Devon genealogy, on DEVON-L.

Cheers

Brian Randell

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From the Devon FAQ (frequently Asked questions) file, at:

http://www.cs.ncl.ac.uk/genuki/DEV/DevonFAQ.html

>19. What topics are appropriate for messages to DEVON-L?



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>are researching - Queries regarding Devon individuals or families -
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>regarding Devon genealogical research that you'd like to share with
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>
>Please refrain from postings which are not of relevance to Devon
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.....
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