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> Would somebody please turn off that thing that automatically tells you you
> posted something?


This message was sent to me when I subscribed. It contains all the
commands for the listserver including how to turn confirmations off.
Please keep this to avoid all the unnecessary questions about
unsubscribing etc.

I am sorry to all those who did keep their copy but I'm sick of getting
messages called unsubscribe etc.
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From,
      Wesley Moore

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Email: moore.w@patash.com.au