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His Honor John W Lyons Plump Face Yet Steady Leadership
A portrait of Mayor John W Lyons depicts a calm, humorous, and courteous leader who listens, argues with logic, and prefers reason over futile fights. The piece praises his democratic spirit, daily work ethic, and constructive temperament, noting he combines personality with practical governance.
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Sir Anthony Absolute
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Edw. W. Quinn
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