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Under the current system, copyright is granted to the creator at the moment of creation. HOWEVER, if you wish to bring suit for damages because someone has infringed upon your copyright, the copyright must be registered with the Library of Congress. I believe the cost is $30. Also I think you can register several items at a time under a single fee--nice if you have poems, articles, or other short pieces.
This is a pretty good starting point, Ralph. Pay up as long as you (or your heirs) want to keep it. I dare say there are some issues but most likely they can be worked out.
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