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Holy Year Pilgrims Shun Jerusalem
Jerusalem reports far fewer Roman Catholic pilgrims than expected during the Holy Year. Arab leaders cite border crossing tensions and unsettled conditions as key factors. Fewer than 1,000 organized pilgrims have visited Jerusalem since Christmas, with about 1,000 more in small groups. Easter saw the largest turnout. The piece also references Penn State football history and city payroll trends in 1950.
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