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and include the following.

"Test messages, VIRUS WARNINGS, chain letters, profanity, insults, 
political statements, commercial ads, personal messages, inappropriate 
announcements, off-topic messages, and other annoying messages may be 
grounds for expulsion from this Forum without further notice."

"The Forum is for sharing and discussion of South Carolina genealogy 
information, study, and research. Historical information and other material 
helpful for guiding or understanding research is acceptable. Other subjects 
and uses are off-topic in this Forum."

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Examples of OFF-TOPIC messages.

"This is a virus warning ...."

"I haven't got the information you requested. But, did you see the game 
yesterday?"

"Thanks a lot for all the data you gave me. It really helps."

"This is a test to see if I have this working right."

"Announcing a new web site for all you Carolina duck hunters ...."

"FOR SALE: ...."

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Examples of ON-TOPIC messages.

"I checked the probate index for Sumter and Darlington per your request. 
Found the following listings for the name Buddin which may be of interest 
to you and others ...."

"REWARD OFFERED! After 20 years searching I've run out of ideas. So, I'm 
offering a $300 reward for the information listed below with acceptable 
proofs...."

"LOOKUP REQUEST: Seeking lookup help on the following ...."

"QUESTION: In the extract shown below from an 1808 Sumter District will, 
can somebody explain the meaning of the phrase ...."

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