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 **73 de K0CJH and the OpenHamClock contributors!**
 
-*"The original HamClock will cease to function in June 2026. OpenHamClock carries forward Elwood's legacy with modern technology and open-source community development."*
+*The original HamClock will cease to function in June 2026. OpenHamClock carries forward Elwood's legacy with modern technology and open-source community development.*
 
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