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The amount of amortization of deferred charges applied against earnings during the period.

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The compensation expense recognized during the period pertaining to the deferred compensation arrangement.

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The fair value of notes issued in noncash investing and financing activities.

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Amount of amortization of other deferred costs recognized in the income statement.

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Deferred Compensation (Details) - USD ($)	1 Months Ended	9 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
Deferred Compensation (Details) - USD ($)	May 24, 2019	Sep. 30, 2022	Dec. 31, 2022	Dec. 31, 2021
Deferred Compensation [Abstract]
Promissory note issued	$ 2,500,000
Deferred compensation	$ 2,500,000
Amortization of deferred compensation		$ 833,333
Remaining deferred compensation			$ 0	$ 416,667