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Upshaw’s remarkable rise from wheelchair to congressman
Atlanta honors Will D Upshaw of Cobb county for overcoming a crippling wagon accident thirty-five years ago to become a congressman and noted orator. Despite long confinement, he educated himself, produced writings and lectures that aided Southern youth, and now travels with crutches. His grit inspires praise from peers and editors alike.
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Atlanta
Wm. D. Upshaw
Cobb County
D. Upshaw
Perhapps
South
Congress
Nean Trin
Joe Lawrence
Ashburn
Wérecrass Wormer
Will D. Upshaw
Will D. Maehan
Washington