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This is a full press release that arrived via fax — they still make those things? — to the PW offices:
May 17, 2006
For Immediate Release
For more information contact:
Jane Cowley, 215-597-xxxx
Semi-Annual Protective Waxing of Liberty Bell
On Tuesday, May 23, 2006, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm, Independence National Historical Park preservation technicians and curators will preform the semi-annual protective waxing of the Liberty Bell. The Liberty Bell, cast in 1752 for the original tower of Independence Hall, consists primarily of copper and tin. The Bell’s pitted surface traps airborne pollutants which can further erode the soft metal. The application of a neutral wax to the Bell’s surface protects it from dirt. The event is not open to the public. However, media interested in photographing the process are invited to contact the public affairs office at 215-597-xxxx.
How sad. The public — which has to be clamoring to get into this event — is shut out once again. What do Independence National Historical Park preservation technicians and curators have to hide?
Update: Fixed headline. Duh, semiannual means twice a year. I think.
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