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Surprise Party Sparks Chaos in 19th Century Rural Home
Samantha Allen recalls a winter of surprise parties driven by children and Betsy Bobbet, culminating in a noisy two mile trek to a party beyond Jonesville. The crowd invades a home, triggering fears, injuries, and a dramatic exit as Betsy’s group confronts the hosts.
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Samantha
Josiah Allen
Tom
Harry
Peedick
Bobbers
Thomas Jefferson
Old Deacon
Bobber
Josiah
Samantha Allen
Wuz
Smith
Jonesville
Josian
Tirzah
Joz
Betsy Bobbet
Betsy
Josiah Aliens
Betsy Bobbet Haint
The
Gimlet
Celestine Peedick