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from Jane Ransom contains these words:
In article , John Flax john@grangefh.
freeserve.co.uk writes
Phew! What a relief!
Let me explain,
The phone system here was struck by lightning yesterday.
You aren't in Lancaster by any chance, are you?
If a thunderstorm creeps up on me unawares I can unplug everything
(including power) in a moment and then shut down the computer(s).
note to self
Must test the UPS to see how long it will last now - it's getting on a bit.
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Rusty Hinge
http://www.users.zetnet.co.uk/hi-fi/tqt.htm
Dark thoughts about the Wumpus concerto played with piano,
iron bar and two sledge hammers. (Wumpus, 15/11/03)