But the Copper Queen didn't get its first check until earlier this spring.

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In the Commons, Labour's Stephen Twigg said: "It's simple really, before he announces a bright idea wouldn't it be sensible to check it first with the deputy prime minister".

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And don't forget to check with your Head Teacher first that they are happy for your pupils to complete it.

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But first check your drawer to see if the plan sent you one you haven't read.

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Of course, that doesn't change the fact that you've got to get the check from someone in the first place... but, you know, one thing at a time.

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If the X7500 "Athena" somehow managed to fail to attract your attention and you found the Vox, Libra, Love, and Cavailer positively forgettable, first verify that you have a pulse (because we really don't think that's normal) then check this out: HTC's 2007 arsenal is shaping up to be a doozy, with several previously-unknown models stepping into the spotlight.

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