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Sax King Makes Comeback After 1948 Surge
Lester Young known as the Sax King makes a dramatic return to top attracting crowds in 1948 with his band grossing about 75000 dollars. Success credited to savvy manager Charlie Carpenter whose deals and showmanship revived Young's appeal at Royal Roost and beyond.
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