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Charles Town People Keep Independent Spirit Alive
In Charles Town West Virginia residents uphold strong individualism and a distinct local culture. The piece recalls boundary quirks from Civil War history and local anecdotes including a concert mix up with a baritone touring from Washington to Martinsburg. It notes a vanished community concert group and a curious tale of a prized garden rose uprooted by a mysterious plane-related incident.
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Charles Town
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Charles Town Community Concert Association