Patch Dispatch Ledger Note on Delivery Rates
The Patch Dispatch lists delivery options with a Sunday edition and weekly price. Carriers receive ten cents per week, with the Sunday edition available at eightone cents, and the business office to move to Smithfield and Diamond streets in Pittsburgh.
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Portage Free
United States
Patuy Meratca
Paty Wisrarcn
Mer
Daly Wmeraten
Dhy
Lear
Weprery
Smithfield
Diamond
Allegheny Mayoral Scandal Prompts Cautious Voter Judgment
The column laments alleged fraud in Allegheny mayoral election with 1700 votes tainted while urging readers to await court findings. It notes possible partisan bias and calls for judicial investigation before any judgment, referencing Mr. Wrman and Mr. Slayton in a charged political climate.
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Allegheny
Wyman
Slayton
Wrman
Ideas About Good Roads From W H McCullough Column
The Site Commission on the Improvement of Country Roads carries ideas for Pennsylvanians. Dr McCullough proposes Congress divide internal revenue tax proceeds on whisky and tobacco among the states pro rata for public roads. He believes Pennsylvania could gain about five million dollars to build model highways, but notes constitutional obstacles. He also suggests city and oil interests overuse rural roads, but argues state funds come from taxes paid by oil firms and city corporations, balancing taxation with road improvements.
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W. H. McCullough
Site Commission
McCullough
Bismarck Abdication Marks German Imperial Crisis
The article argues Bismarck embodies the imperial spirit more than William II and credits him with shaping Prussia into the keystone of a unified German Empire. It notes his wars expanded Prussian power, kept Europe at peace, and suggests a speculative crisis for his succession and policy with the new ruler.
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Bismarck
Germany
William II
Prussia
Austria
William I
Europe
William
Brederic
Perbhesst
Frederic
Indiate
Bismarck’s Resignation and German Political Drift
The piece discusses Bismarck’s likely resignation amid Imperial policy clashes and Reichstag opposition. It notes his past pragmatisms with Socialism, his stance against the Socialists, and the Emperor’s “imperial socialism.” It asserts Berlin withholds details, but predicts truth will emerge soon and crowns Bismarck as Germany’s greatest man whose guidance may be needed again.
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Reichstag
Bismarck
Ferdinand Lassalle
Germany
Emeror
Biswarck
Berlin
Prince Bismarck
Blair's Bill Dead in Senate Vote 37 to 31
New Hampshire Senator Blair fails to pass his Education bill at third reading as Republicans join Democrats to defeat the measure. The vote signals GOP disapproval of seven million annual school spending, with notable senators Inglalls Hiscock Hawley Sherman and Quay among those voting against. Blair faces a harsh political setback.
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Senator Blair
New Hampshire
Senate
Blair
House
House of Representatives
Nny
Ingalls
Hiscock
Hawley
Sherman
Quay
Risk
Republican Party
Mr. Blair
A Colonial Rifle Trade and Political Jokes
The piece jokes about Germany’s colonial push to dump outdated rifles on Africa, mocks U S politics with Compton and Mudd, notes Pittsburg flower buyers, and lampoons the Pension Office with Bussey and a buzz saw analogy. It mixes satirical commentary with brief local and national references.
Prince Bismarck Resigns as Europe Considers Consequences
The resignation of Prince Bismarck sparks widespread European reflection on the diplomatic and political ramifications. Leaders and observers weigh shifts in alliance dynamics and potential shifts in power across the continent.
Arbor Day plan noted by Governor Beaver
The piece notes spring returning after a harsh winter and mentions Governor Beaver naming two Arbor Days April 11 and April 24 to plant trees. It hints at broader optimism and the desire for better weather and rubber wear and suggests trees as a positive future.
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Beaver
Two Thanksgiving Cheers and Eight Hour Pledge News
The text notes readiness to celebrate two Thanksgivings if Governor Beaver orders it. It reports the License Court proceeding with dignity and justice. It mentions no eight hour day strike this year and hopes the eight hour system may happen without strikes. Rob boats are not yet gone and Allegheny officials insist they must go.
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Beaver
Ir Je
Allegheny
Notable Figures and Society Notes from Recent News
A collection of brief items mentions Mrs. Hurst a linguist aiding Bishop Hurst in church work. Senator Allison is diplomatic in interviews. Governor Campbell of Minnesota is described with a red goatee and mixed attributes. William Andrews and Mrs. Andrews visit Philadelphia as guests of the Continental. M Goblet, former French Prime Minister, resumes law practice after an election defeat. John Drew and Georgie Drew Barrymore perform in New York theaters. Benjamin Harrison’s autograph sells for 265 dollars, while the President’s autograph fetches 40 cents. Patti’s health improves. Josere EborxeeLum, Pittsburgh inventor, works on another telescope eyepiece at the Hotel Dam. Governor Goodell of New Hampshire delays a Washington trip due to nervous exhaustion. Henry Irving and Ellen Terry plan a Shakespearean Macbeth reading tour in England. Chauncey M. Depew and family depart for St Augustine, Fla., after Depew recovers from la grippe.
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Allison
Meeerbiaamm
Minnesota
Willam H. Andrews
France
Boulanger
Lawsines
John Drew
Georgie Drew Barrymore
New York
Benjamin Harrison
Patti
America
Annie Paulding
St. Augustine
Fla
Pennsylvania Railroad
Married in Caudex Love Blazed Past Reluctant Guardians
John W. Edwards a Philadelphia drug firm traveler and Miss Blanche Haziitt of Allegheny eloped to Camden New Jersey to wed. The plan aimed to spare Mrs Edwards from family objections over her suitor while she is not yet of age.
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John W. Edwards
French, Hichards & Co
Philadelphia
Love
Blanche Haziitt
Allegheny
Camden
N.J
New tariff bill draws mixed editorials across cities
The New tariff bill provokes diverse views from major papers. The New York Press calls it the best and most satisfactory. Philadelphia Inquirer cites Republican promise and promised reductions. the Times condemns broad tax increases. The World criticizes it as worse than any prior measure, while North American favors sugar relief with a bounty. The Record deems it protective, honest in pledges, yet raises overall duties despite small cuts on tobacco and sugar.
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New York Press
Congress
Philadelphia Inquirer
Philadelphia Times
New York World
Ways and Means Committee
Senate
Philadelphia
Republican Party
It's the Same the World Over From the Baltimore American
A short editorial urges optimism amid wartime and economic strength. It notes Baltimore’s growing trade and rising personal earnings while criticizing constant complaints and urging gratitude for health and comforts. The piece promotes a bright outlook and reduces grumbling.
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Baltimore American
Baltimore
Deaths of a Day Mrs Sarah EF Heastings
Mrs Sarah E Heastings died suddenly on Wednesday morning shocking friends and officials. Grand Army of the Republic and Heberekah Lodge will mourn. her husband LD L Hesstings was also noted in secret society circles. Daniel M Fox, former Mayor, died in Atlantic City after ten days’ illness.
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Brethren
Philadelphia
Daniel M. Fox
Atlantic City
Wankel Fox
Teveland
Bobysheil
Harrison
Mrs Nawgel of Braddock Dies of Heart Disease
Mrs Maria Nawgel of Braddock Pa died of heart disease. She was formerly Miss Horne of Pittsburgh and connected with the drygoods trade.
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Eyrol Teleguan
Bradrogy
Maria Nawgel
Horne
Pittsburg Drygoods
Telegraph confusions and stage reminiscences at the city
A Pittsburg man misidentifies a cousin by marriage causing telegraph money to be misrouted. The tale includes hotel bets and a Newport traveler who is aided by staff after a hotel clerk rejects his claim. Opera notes discuss Il Trovatore and Pinafore.
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Young Pittsburg
New York
Emma Abbott Discusses Wardrobe Wealth and Craft
In her dressing room after a performance Emma Abbott shares pride in designing her costumes and compares her royal cloak to one fit for the Queen of Portugal. She notes a Josephine robe required 125 embroiderers and mentions paying $14,000 for embroidery on a single dress.
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Emma Abbott
Worth
Felix
Miss Abbott
Jessamine
Burdette Delivers Humorous Advice to Young Men
Bob Burdette spoke at The First M. P. Church on Advice to Young Men. His talk mixed humor with morals urging silence of heart rather than mere silence, kindness over jokes, and a cheerful nature as antidote to sorrow, drawing hearty laughter from all ages.
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M. P
Bob Burdette
Burdette
Ang
Strange Condition for Pennsylvania
The Philadelphia Ledger notes destitution in the anthracite regions due to mine closures. Special depots for distributing supplies to the indigent were opened at Wilkes-Barre, a condition rarely seen in Pennsylvania.
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Pennsylvania
Philadelphia Ledger
Wilkesbarre
Lovers of Art and Music Shine at Pittsburg Club Theater
A Pittsburg Club Theater and Carnegie Music Hall program showcased Beethoven Quartet Club performances led by Carl Reuter and colleagues, paired with an illustrated lecture by Frederick Keppel on Etchers and Etchings. The event drew fashionable patrons and praised the artists and orator.
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Royal Arcosom Musicale
Frederick Keppel
Pittsburg Club Theater
Carnegie Music Hall
Carnegie Hall
Royal Arcanum
Allegheny City
Beethoven Quartet Club
Carl Reuter
George Toerge
Frea Toerge
Charles Cooper
W. B. Wolfe
C. C. Mellor
H. B. Brockett, Jr
W. 8. Weeden
Offertoire
C. C0
Mellor
Joseph A. Langitty
Phe Violet
Reinecckers
Wolfe
Mr. Brockett
Aspricio
Mohr
S& A. Trent
Starr
W. Ss. Weeden
Golterman
Chas
Cooper
Gastaldon
H. Brockett
Beethoven
Beethoven Quartet
Helmund
Buogert
Scharwenka
Pittsburg Club
New York City
Keppel
Rembrandt
A Promising Pittsburg Tenor Hunter Returns Home
Frank M. Hunter, a promising Pittsburg musician with a refined tenor, has returned after three and a half years abroad. He studied in Florence and London with renowned masters, was set to sing Faust at Covent Garden before a contract fell through, and now faces multiple offers in the United States. His appearance in Pittsburg is anticipated by managers and critics alike.
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Frank M. Hunter
Pittsburg
Hunter
Florence
Italy
Vaniant
London
Randegger
Fox
Augustus Harris
Faust
Marguerite
Mademoiselle Zelio di Lus- San
Covent Garden Theater
United States
Peeneye
Tam
Edward Deitrich
Philadelphia
Deitrich
Valentine Hoyt
Paris
New England
Hoston
Pennsylvania Institution
Juiiua RK
Friedlander
Helping the Widows A G R Raffle For Soldiers’ Home
An entertainment last night by Circle No 2 of the G A R supported indigent soldiers relief. A reception at Mrs Riggs residence Mt Washington Virginia avenue drew a large crowd as votes in a popularity contest between Carrie Riggs and Helen Phillips were tallied. Proceeds fund the Soldiers Widows Home at Hawkins Station.
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Mra. Riggs
Virginia Avenue
Mt. Washington
Carrie Riggs
Helen Phillips
Grand Army
New Jersey
Jackson
Hawkins Station
Attractive Programme by Phi Kappa Pi Society at High School
The Phi Kappa Pi Literary Society presents an evening of orchestral music prayers by Rev. A A Mealy with a W George Neeley address and multiple readings and debates. The program includes declamations and orations by Marion H Murphy Nettia Bersinis CastacanoR Estelle McCloskey James McClure Charles A Poth Winifred Thomas and E Conway Shaler. W George Negley presides as master of ceremonies.
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Phi Kappa Pi Literary Society
A. A. Mealy
W. George Neeley
Marcellino
Marion H. Murphy
Nettia Bersinis Castacanor
Fred P. Glasser
James McClure
Pittsburg
Charles A. Poth
Winifred Thomas
E. Conway Shaler
W. George Negley
Ambitious Amateurs Plan Richard III Tonight and Romeo and Juliet in April
The Curry School of Dramatic Culture pupils present Richard III this evening with George McKountz in the lead. In April they will stage Romeo and Juliet at the Bijou. Rehearsals are in progress and a refined minuet will be danced by graceful young ladies and gallant young men.
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Curry School of Dramatic Culture
George McKountz
Bijou
Much Mirch and Gayety at Ladies Aid Benefit
Through the Ladies' Aid Society auxiliary to S of V A 8 A, Cy clorama Hall Allegheny echoed with mirth and gaiety. Proceeds support the relief fund, attendance was high, Guenther's Orchestra provided music, and chaperons included Mrs Foulk Mrs Omphundro Mrs Fralich and Mrs McIlvain.
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Ladies’ Aid Society
V. A
Cyclorama Hall
Allegheny
Guenther
L Omphundro
C. Fralich
E. 4. Mcllivain
Musical and literary evening in Allegheny churches
A musical and literary entertainment is planned tonight at Sixth United Presbyterian Church Allegheny with a Non-Partisan Young Woman's Christian Temperance Union program. The East End Dramatic Club will stage Our Boys at Sterrett Hall Homewood. Also notes on Mrs Alice McClelland leaving for Guatemala and other local events.
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Sixth United Presbyterian Church
Franklin and Chartiers Street
Allegheny
Young Woman's Christian Temperance Union of Manchester
East End Dramatic Club
East End
Sterrett Hall
Homewood
Alice McClelland
Sievers
Lowry Street
Troy Hill
Guatemala
Central America
C. Young
London
England
Birmingham
M. P
Eighteenth Street
Southside
Geo
Tunnels and Their Cost and Feasibility for Subterranean Waterway
The article discusses feasibility of deep shafts for gold and silver mining, cites existing tunnels like the St Gothard and Thames tunnel, and proposes a Cumberland to Morgantown subterranean canal with a level water route fed by backwaters at dams. It notes terminus adjustments and survey needs.
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Witten
Thames
London
St. Gothard
England
Chesapeake Bay
Obio River
Cumberland
Morgantown
Potomac
Savaco River
Cost estimates for Chesapeake and Ohio canal tunnel
The piece argues extending the Chesapeake and Ohio canal to Annapolis or Baltimore with a tunnel no more than 30 feet wide and 3 feet high, estimating a maximum cost of 900000 dollars per mile. It compares with Manchester ship canal costs, notes pumps and rock strata possibilities to reduce expense, and mentions Walker’s private project and 13000 workers.
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Annapolis
Baltimore
Manchester
England
Walker
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal
Monongahela
Not feasible tunnel plan for canal waterway propulsion
A described project outlines sinking shafts at half mile intervals to speed tunnel excavation and raise stone. It proposes a water canal inside the tunnel fed by surface water and driven boats via coke powered screws, with water control valves and wheels to guide vessels, claiming faster completion and a boosted river water supply.
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Yough
Castleman
Subterranean Waterway Proposal for Electric Laminated Tunnel
RIVERMAN reports from Pittsburg on March 3 discussing a proposed subterranean waterway. The tunnel would be laminated by electricity through cased walls and could be connected by telephone. Initial costs would be higher but long term savings from locks, inclined planes, and reduced maintenance would offset the expense.
The Dispatch’s National Reputation Across the Region
Towanda Review notes The Dispatch earns nationwide regard through impartial reporting and concise global coverage. It highlights a growing Pittsburgh paper’s 50,000 weekly Sunday edition and the need for a second perfecting press to handle multiple editions.
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The
Towanda Review
Pittswone Disratcn
Western Pennsylvania
Finstern Oble
Tae Dispatch
Way
Pinafore Mikado and Pirates on at Grand Opera House
J C Daft Company presents Pinafore Mikado and Pirates of Penzance at the Grand Opera House next week with a large, talented cast, elaborate scenery, and productions identical to Chicago performances. Gilmore's Twelve Temptations follows Abbott Company at the Bijou Theater with new scenery ballets premiers and European specialties.
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Abbott Company
Hijou
Opera
J. C. Daft Company
Grand Opera House
Chicago
Gilmore
Abbott
Bijou
Letters urging scrutiny of Pennsylvania Institution for the Blind
Alden F. Hars forwards a reader letter from William M. Gillespie urging Pennsylvania Institution for the Blind reform. Gillespie cites past administrator Battles and King as implicated and calls for legal action, legislative funding for a Western Pennsylvania school, and a commission inquiry with experienced counsel to protect students.
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Gillespie
Philadelphia
King
Western Pennsylvania
Mitchell Wilson
Friedlander Union
Treasury
Union
Board of Public Charities
Alden F. Hars
Seeking cottage rentals in Atlantic City or Chautauqua and payment for fiction
A reader asks where to rent a seaside cottage and whether newspapers pay for short stories. The writer notes his daughter has had stories published without payment and suggests fees may depend on pricing and market. A second reader asks about a Spanish teacher and the nearest Spanish newspaper, with reference to Advertisements in The Dispatch and The Digspater.
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Atlantic City
Chautauqua
J. A. Pittspone
DispaTch
Pirrsavee
Tur Digspater
New York
New French Cabinet Hints From Philadelphia Notes
An observer from the Philadelphia sector suggests the new French cabinet should be a nue cesa and notes that the Minister of Foreign Affairs has an American wife who could guide him.
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Philadelphia
Democratic candidates and party discussions across Pennsylvania
Ex Speaker Faunce is named as a Democratic lieutenant governor candidate. Talk of Hastings support in Philadelphia by Mayor Fidler and James McManes. The Bradford Star backs Secretary Stone, then the regular nominee. M Wieney seeks a Cumberland County legislative seat. Alexander M. Topp of Washington seeks Congress. Hoe described as a reputable lawyer. Senator Allen faces rivals in Warren Venango. J H Donly from Warren announced as candidate. Lewis F. Warson aims to succeed himself in the 27th district. Venango county now has three State Senate candidates Haulings Crawford and Ash. nomination lies in Warren County. Lackawanna Democratic candidates for Congress include Wandling and Neville. William Connell likely opposes Scranton for the Republican nomination. Crawford County poised for Governorship, per Meadville Tribune. Harrisburg Telegraph notes Pittsburg rumor of pushing Wallace for Governor to repeal the high license law. Bradford Point Star says Stone’s backers blocked delegates in Adams county for Delamater. Reading Times reports Stone canvassing eastern PA with stops in Allentown and Lancaster, extending west to Warren for business matters.
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Faunce
Philadelphia
Fidler
James McManes
Hastings
Bradford Star
Stone
Segular
Ion
M. Wieney
Cumberland County
Alexander M. Topp
Washington, Pa
Hoe
Allen
Warren-Venango
J. H. Donly
Warren County
Lewis F. Warson
Venango County
Messisa W
Haulings
W. R. Crawford
Jeaac Ash
Congress
Lackawanna
A. F H. Wandling
B. J. Neville
William Connell
Scranton
Meadville Tribune
Crawford County
Delamater
Reading Times
Allentown
Lancaster
Warren, Pa
Curiously Condensed News From Various Regions
A long list of brief items includes a Buffalo man betting $500 the Chicago World’s Fair won’t occur, a one legged man in Louisville claiming to be Ile Surr’s husband, French cabinet changes, a Florida merchants’ boycott of Waramaker, and locust plagues in Egypt. Other notes mention Rome brigands, a gold crown sale, bees in a tree, a Major Wissmann potato, and bishops clashing with church law.
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Buffalo
Chicago
Louisville
Hoses
Ile Surr
M. Bourgeois
M. Brevier
M. Minion
M. Pica
Tallahassee
Fla
Waramaker
Georgia
London County Council
Latte
Pennsylvania
Lake Chemo
Bangor
Rockland
Berg
Gizeh
Egypt
Johnson Brand
van Buren
Rome
Zarto
Bingapees
Fragmentary Note on Mena and Water Scarcity
Fragmented OCR text references Mena and a drought related water issue. No clear events, dates, or identifiable actions are present.
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Mudd
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Bussey
Noble
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Josere EborxEeLum
Hotel Dam
Caudex
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Brown
Carrington
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Trixas
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Macbeth
Henry Irving
Lyceum Theater
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Plueborg
Music and Art
Frank Hunter
Berland
TIMES
Columbus State Journal
Campbell
Pennsylvania Institution For the Blind
Ita
the Dispatch
Pennsylvania Institution For the Instruction of the Blind
William M. Gillespie
Lindsay
Jefferson County
Pennsylvania Institute
William Chapin
Tle
Netpal
Frank Battle
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Bewickley
Scarborough
New Caledonia
Mac
Thomastown
Toledo Blade
Foraker
Ailladele
B. M. Hardeman
Freemansville
Wissmann
Emperor William
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Pio Nono
Tring Park
Olio
Raleigh
State Museum
North Carolina
Great Britain
Angell
Windsor
Vienna
Tennessee
Collins
Carlisl
Jefferson Davis
Louisiana
South
Aschape Veuve
Bishop Whittle
Virginia
Richmond
Huntington
W. Va
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Boston
John Lanakota
New Yorks
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Newton
Wakeman Holberton
Holberton
Doctor
Barker
Footlyte
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Menti
Biter
William Parrel
Lomdley
William Beil
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